BITTERSWEET

Local + Experienced + Fresh + Friendly

Bittersweet is Old Town's favorite
full service caterer and bakery

Bittersweet Catering has established itself as one of the premiere corporate caterers in the metropolitan area. Serving the DMV for over thirty-five years, we offer a wide variety of artfully presented delicious food with outstanding customer service. Our style is modern American, including comfort food standards and popular international styles.

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Phone

(703)549-2708

Location

103 1/2 N Alfred St
Alexandria, VA 22314

Office Hours

9:00am - 4:00pm // Monday to Friday or by appointment

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Client Love

“ I tasted your food at another shower & was impressed with the flavor & quality. Word of mouth is the best advertisement so I will be spreading the word how good your catering service was for my party. ”

— Karlyn
“ We have used Bittersweet before and have always had a wonderful experience. This time we ordered sort of last minute (I called the day before) but you came through, as always, with a beautiful presentation and we really appreciate it. ”

— Faith
“ Our company uses Bittersweet for almost all of our meetings and events and have always had outstanding service and great food. ”

— Elaina
“ Other people within my company had used bittersweet for catering in the past. Ordering from you was one of the best decisions made. I was able to stay within budget without having to sacrifice quality. ”

— Queen

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We Do It All

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Enjoy a wide selection of our most popular items served in smaller portions including individual packs

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Corporate

You can relax when you call Bittersweet Catering for your business meeting or office function. You need it invoiced accurately, delivered on time and most of all to be delicious! Client retention is our goal - we are proud to note that many of our clients have been with us twenty years or longer.

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Social gatherings, weddings and intimate dinner parties is where we got our start. Our sales reps are carefully trained to listen to your requests and make them a reality!

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much notice should I give for a catering/bakery order?

Bakery - we request 48 hours advance notice, but often are able to accommodate next day orders. Please check with the sales office. Cut off time for next day orders is 10am. Any change orders are due at this time. Have an emergency or need a rush order? Please call the sales office - we love to help.

2. What is your cancellation policy?

We require 48 business hours notice of a cancellation before the scheduled food delivery/pick up time. Less than 48 hours notice will result in a 50% charge. Same day cancellations - full charge. In the event of snow or other weather events, please call the sales office the day prior. Cancellations are honored up until 12noon. Our sales office is closed on weekends.

3. Is there a minimum amount of food that I have to order?

All items require a 10 person minimum for delivery. Pick-ups for package luncheons can be arranged for a minimum of 5 people if the order is for cold food. Please check with your sales representative for additional minimum purchase requirements outside of the package luncheon options.

4. Can I have my food order delivered? Is there a charge?

Yes, Bittersweet can deliver your catering order. Delivery charges are calculated by zip code of the destination, day of the week and complexity of the order. Our delivery hours are 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday; 8am - 2pm on Saturday.

5. Can Items be individually wrapped for a corporate lunch package?

Menu items are packaged and delivered family style - assorted breakfast, lunch and dessert trays, salad bowls, etc. We also have a complete line of boxed lunches and individually packaged hot meals. Please check the Packaged Meals tab in the navigation bar.

6. I work with an organization that is having an event. Would you be willing to donate food?

Bittersweet welcomes and has long participated in community stewardship. All donation requests must be submitted in writing on company letterhead 30 days before the scheduled event. Requests are reviewed monthly and decisions are based on a first come first served basis. Click the Partnerships link at the bottom of the page.

7. How can I set up an account?

Each customer who orders through Bittersweet is given an individual customer file. This helps us to track your orders and build an individual record based on your preferences. A sales rep can assist in setting up an account for you. A valid credit card is required to initiate this process. For corporate accounts wishing to pay by check, please ask your sales rep for our fast and simple credit application.

8. I have a peanut allergy. Can Bittersweet accommodate me?

Bittersweet's kitchen and in-house bakery produces food that contains nuts and nut derivatives on a daily basis. While we are able to produce nut free versions of many of our products, the slight possibility of cross contamination is always present.

9. I need service staff.

Our goal is to provide you with a terrific catered experience - great food, service and value as well as to make entertaining fast, easy and simple. Please note that Bittersweet offers a choice of service levels depending on your budget - from delivery of food and equipment to full service event catering with service staff and custom menu design. Please call the sales office to inquire.

10. Do you do tastings?

We offer tastings on a case by case basis to clients who have an active event proposal on file for a current date. There is a fee for this service and certain minimums apply.