Signature mains
Shrimp & stone-ground grits
Andouille, charred scallion
$18
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The Rustic Laurel
VerifiedSouthern Comfort·Covington, VA·4.7(15)
NewFast responder
drop-offDeliverybuffetTypically responds within a few hours$600 minimum order
Family-styleCorporateWeddingsPlated dinnersVegetarianVegan
About The Rustic Laurel
The Rustic Laurel brings soulful, scratch-made Southern cooking to Covington and the surrounding area. From intimate dinners to 292-guest celebrations, every menu is built around your event. Locally owned, fully licensed and insured — and proud to be a Verified Virginia Caterer.
Location
The Rustic Laurel
3931 Highland Way, Covington, VA
Catering packages
Family-style feast
$30/person
Min 25 guests
- Shared platters
- 2 mains, 4 sides
- Setup & cleanup
Full-service plated
$42/person
Min 30 guests
- 3-course plated dinner
- Staff, rentals & setup
- Menu tasting
Gallery
Service areas
CovingtonLexingtonSalemBuena VistaRoanoke
Events catered
WeddingsCorporateFundraisersGraduationsPrivate dinners
Good to know
Book 4+ days aheadDelivers within 17 miServing since 2003
- Phone
- (540) 258-5712
- Service & staffing
- tastingsSetupCleanupdeliverystaffing
- Payment
- InvoiceCashCard
- Deposit
- A 25% deposit reserves your date; the balance is due 48 hours before the event.
- Cancellation
- Cancellations 7+ days before the event receive a full deposit refund.
Hours
- Mon
- 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tue
- 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wed
- 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thu
- 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Fri
- 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sat
- 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Reviews
4.7· 15 reviews
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“Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully plated. Our guests are still talking about the cornmeal-crusted catfish.”
David U.
Fundraiser gala · 233 guests
“Beautiful spread and amazing flavors. They accommodated our dietary needs without missing a beat.”
Jordan N.
Fundraiser gala · 102 guests
“Worth every penny. Our coordinator was so organized and the food got rave reviews all night.”
Olivia A.
Anniversary dinner · 226 guests
“Communication was excellent and the tasting sealed the deal. Presentation exceeded our expectations.”
John W.
Anniversary dinner · 43 guests
“Our office lunch was a huge hit. Easy ordering, great variety, and everyone went back for seconds.”
Trevor Y.
Office event · 163 guests
“Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully plated. Our guests are still talking about the banana pudding.”
Andre B.
Wedding · 184 guests
Frequently asked questions
Absolutely. We routinely prepare vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy-friendly options — just let us know.
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