Wedding Catering for Lagos — Per-Head Cost

Catering na the biggest single line item for most Lagos wedding (typically 30-50% of total budget). Per-head cost dey range from ₦5K (budget Nigerian buffet, basic protein) to ₦100K (luxury 5-course plated, premium ingredient). The Lagos standard for 200+ guest wedding na buffet — faster service, better unit economics, allows wider menu variety. Plated dey work for under-150 elegant wedding or for the high-table at bigger wedding. Drinks dey almost always separate from catering budget.

Tip: Serve one protein option instead of three to save N400K-N800K. Cocktail reception instead of sit-down saves 40%. Skip the open bar — soft drinks + water + limited beer keeps guests happy at 1/3 the cost.

Drinks dey separate from catering. Soft drink + water + juice: ₦2K-₦4K/head. Soft alcohol + soft drink: ₦4K-₦8K/head. Full open bar with premium spirit + champagne: ₦8K-₦25K/head. Wine usually na per bottle. Plan separate vendor for bar if your catering company no get bar license.