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Rustic Oak

Rustic Oak

Verified

Southern Heritage·Franklin, VA·4.9(7)

Top ratedNewFast responder
buffetfull-serviceDeliveryplatedPickupTypically responds within a few hours$950 minimum order
Family-styleComfort foodBuffetPlated dinnersVegetarianVegan

About Rustic Oak

Rustic Oak brings soulful, scratch-made Southern cooking to Franklin and the surrounding area. We cook everything from scratch and source seasonal ingredients from local Virginia growers. No commission, no surprises — just thoughtful food and dependable service.

Location

Rustic Oak

9514 Market St, Franklin, VA

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Chef's picks

Sides & salads

Brown-butter cornbread

Honey, flaked salt

Vegetarian
$5.99

Sweets

Banana pudding

Vanilla wafers, torched meringue

Vegetarian
$5.99

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Signature mains

  • Buttermilk fried chicken

    Brined 24 hours, double-dredged, honey drizzle

    $11.99
  • Slow-smoked brisket

    14-hour oak smoke, red-eye jus

    Gluten-free
    $19
  • Cornmeal-crusted catfish

    Remoulade, pickled okra

    $16

Sides & salads

  • Collard greens

    Smoked turkey, cider vinegar

    Gluten-free
    $7.99
  • Brown-butter cornbread

    Honey, flaked salt

    Vegetarian
    $5.99
  • Heirloom tomato salad

    Buttermilk, sweet onion

    VegetarianGluten-free
    $7

Sweets

  • Banana pudding

    Vanilla wafers, torched meringue

    Vegetarian
    $5.99
  • Peach cobbler

    Brown-sugar oat crumble

    Vegetarian
    $6
  • Bourbon pecan pie

    Crème fraîche

    Vegetarian
    $6.99

Catering packages

Family-style feast

$51/person

Min 25 guests

  • Shared platters
  • 2 mains, 4 sides
  • Setup & cleanup

Drop-off buffet

$34/person

Min 20 guests

  • 2 mains, 3 sides
  • Bread & dessert
  • Disposable serviceware

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Service areas

FranklinSuffolkEmporiaChesapeakePortsmouth

Events catered

WeddingsCorporatePrivate dinnersBirthdaysAnniversaries

Good to know

Book 8+ days aheadDelivers within 36 mi$40 delivery feeServing since 2020
Service & staffing
SetuptastingsdeliveryCleanupstaffing
Payment
CashCard
Deposit
A 50% deposit confirms your booking, with the remainder due on the event day.
Cancellation
Cancellations 7+ days before the event receive a full deposit refund.

Hours

Mon
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wed
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thu
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Reviews

4.9· 7 reviews
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From quote to cleanup, a true professional team. Will absolutely use them again for our next event.
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Trevor Q.

Engagement party · 199 guests

Our office lunch was a huge hit. Easy ordering, great variety, and everyone went back for seconds.
N

Nathan S.

Fundraiser gala · 223 guests

Professional, responsive, and the food was restaurant-quality. Highly recommend for any event in Franklin.
N

Nicole L.

Engagement party · 93 guests

We had 213 guests and not a single complaint — that says it all. Setup and cleanup were seamless.
B

Bianca A.

Anniversary dinner · 243 guests

Absolutely incredible from start to finish. Every guest asked who catered — the buttermilk fried chicken was the star of the night.
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Yusuf J.

Holiday party · 278 guests

Professional, responsive, and the food was restaurant-quality. Highly recommend for any event in Franklin.
P

Patricia L.

Graduation · 259 guests

Frequently asked questions

Yes — we offer tastings for weddings and larger events so you can finalize your menu with confidence.

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