Signature mains
Cornmeal-crusted catfish
Remoulade, pickled okra
$15
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The Olive Hearth
VerifiedSouthern Heritage·Salem, VA·4.6(14)
NewFast responder
Deliverydrop-offPickupbuffetplatedTypically responds within a few hours$525 minimum order
BuffetWeddingsPlated dinnersCorporateVegetarianVegan
About The Olive Hearth
The Olive Hearth brings soulful, scratch-made Southern cooking to Salem and the surrounding area. We cook everything from scratch and source seasonal ingredients from local Virginia growers. Family-run and rooted in the community we serve.
Location
The Olive Hearth
8839 Jefferson Way, Salem, VA
Catering packages
Drop-off buffet
$18/person
Min 20 guests
- 2 mains, 3 sides
- Bread & dessert
- Disposable serviceware
Family-style feast
$27/person
Min 25 guests
- Shared platters
- 2 mains, 4 sides
- Setup & cleanup
Gallery
Service areas
SalemRoanokeBlacksburgChristiansburgRadford
Events catered
WeddingsCorporateHoliday partiesPrivate dinners
Good to know
Book 13+ days aheadDelivers within 28 miServing since 2011
- Phone
- (540) 767-2398
- Service & staffing
- CleanupdeliverySetup
- Payment
- InvoiceCash
- Deposit
- A 25% deposit reserves your date; the balance is due 48 hours before the event.
- Cancellation
- Full refund if cancelled 14+ days out; 50% within 14 days.
Hours
- Mon
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tue
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wed
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thu
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Fri
- 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sat
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Reviews
4.6· 14 reviews
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“They made our day stress-free. Staff was friendly, food was hot and fresh, and everything ran on schedule.”
Gabriel W.
Corporate lunch · 153 guests
“They went above and beyond for our office event. Generous, gracious, and genuinely talented.”
Jordan M.
Office event · 197 guests
“Punctual, polished, and delicious. The cornmeal-crusted catfish and the desserts were the talk of the party.”
Robert Y.
Graduation · 67 guests
“From quote to cleanup, a true professional team. Will absolutely use them again for our next event.”
Ana B.
Wedding · 73 guests
“On time, beautifully presented, and so easy to work with. We'll book them again without a second thought.”
Caleb H.
Corporate lunch · 172 guests
“Hands down the best catering experience we've had. The smoked gouda mac & cheese disappeared in minutes.”
Ashley O.
Family reunion · 45 guests
Frequently asked questions
We recommend booking 2–4 weeks ahead for most events, and earlier for weddings and large parties.
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