Catering Providers for Your Special Event

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Great events deserve great food. That’s why Kean University works with renowned catering professionals to bring your vision to life. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our partners provide impeccable service and unforgettable flavors.

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For over 40 years, T&L Caterers has been delivering superior off-premise catering services with a focus on quality, creativity, and affordability. From elegant weddings to backyard barbecues, their team ensures every event is a culinary success.

Their dedication to using the finest ingredients shines through in every dish, whether you’re hosting a formal dinner or a casual gathering. With a full range of services, including tent and party rentals, T&L Caterers provides everything you need to create an unforgettable event.

Services Offered

  • Off-premise catering for corporate and social events
  • Wedding catering and backyard BBQs
  • Full-service tent and party rentals

Encore Catering specializes in making every event, from weddings to intimate dinner parties, an unforgettable experience. With a focus on personalized service and expert guidance, their team works closely with you to craft menus and arrangements that suit your preferences, budget, and theme.

Whether you’re planning a lavish celebration or a casual gathering, Encore offers endless menu options designed to delight every guest. From hot and cold drop-offs to fully staffed events, they bring exceptional taste and service to your table.

Services Offered

  • Full-service catering for weddings, social events, and private gatherings
  • Customized menus tailored to dietary preferences and themes
  • Drop-off catering or fully staffed event services

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Gourmet Dining provides unique, exemplary dining experiences built on strong partnerships. For over 30 years, this family-owned business has grown to become the leading provider of food management services to the higher education marketplace in New Jersey.

Today, they continue to plant our roots in universities and colleges across New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania – creating delicious, healthy and sustainable food for students, faculty and administrative staffs.

Services Offered

  • Full-service catering for weddings, social events, and private gatherings
  • Customized menus tailored to dietary preferences and themes
  • Drop-off catering or fully staffed event services

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Featured Venues

Liberty Hall 
Academic Center

Liberty Hall Academic Center

Celebrate your love in a charming setting with historic details and modern elegance, from cocktails under a teak pergola to a reception in a farmhouse with cathedral ceilings.
Glass Atrium 
& Rooftop

Glass Atrium & Rooftop

Host your reception in the glass-enclosed STEM Atrium at Kean University, offering stunning views, elegant spaces, and a grand staircase entrance for a perfect celebration.
Green Lane Conference Center

William F. Loehning Conference Center

Host your meeting on the entire sixth floor of our Green Lane building, designed to inspire productivity with top-tier technology for in-person and virtual events.
North Ave Auditorium

North Ave Auditorium

Our world-class auditoriums, with top amenities and expert staff, offer year-round, affordable solutions for seminars, presentations, and workshops to impress all audiences.

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Experience Kean University’s Unique Event Spaces

Conveniently located just minutes from New York City and accessible by road, rail and air, Kean’s state-of-the-art facilities and bustling 180-acre campus are the ideal venue for your event. Available year-round, our first-rate amenities, quality service and professional staff are a wonderful resource. Come visit us and see why thousands of people each year consider Kean University a choice destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring in my own caterer, or do I need to choose from the list of approved providers?

It is highly recommended one of our exclusive caterers are used for your event. However, if you require another caterer there is a buyout fee.

All of our exclusive caterers are full-service companies. You can reach out to each to find out more about their services.

All of our exclusive caterers are full-service companies. You can reach out to each to find out more about their services.

Your event manager will be in touch with your caterer throughout the planning process.

Some of our catering partners provide bar services. Please contact your chosen caterer for details about available packages.

All of our exclusive caterers are full-service company who have worked with us before. they may have their own specific guidelines however, and we recommend you reach out to them to learn more.

It’s best to book catering as early as possible, ideally several months in advance, to secure your preferred provider and menu.

Yes, our catering partners specialize in creating customized menus tailored to your event’s theme, preferences, and budget.

This varies by caterer. Please contact your chosen provider for details about their minimum requirements.

Your caterer is responsible for most of the clean up. However, your event will also have a dedicated custodian to assist with cleanup.

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