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Chicken saltimbocca
Prosciutto, sage, white wine
Gluten-free
$16
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Dogwood Ember
VerifiedItalian & Wood-Fired·Roanoke, VA·4.7(10)
NewFast responder
buffetPickupplatedfull-serviceTypically responds within an hour$600 minimum order
Plated dinnersWeddingsFamily-styleVegetarianVegan
About Dogwood Ember
Dogwood Ember brings rustic, regional Italian cooking to Roanoke and the surrounding area. From intimate dinners to 263-guest celebrations, every menu is built around your event. Seasonal ingredients, honest pricing, and a team that treats your event like our own.
Location
Dogwood Ember
4650 Highland St, Roanoke, VA
Catering packages
Family-style feast
$57/person
Min 25 guests
- Shared platters
- 2 mains, 4 sides
- Setup & cleanup
Drop-off buffet
$38/person
Min 20 guests
- 2 mains, 3 sides
- Bread & dessert
- Disposable serviceware
Grazing & appetizers
$30/person
Min 15 guests
- Chef's selection of passed bites
- Cheese & charcuterie
- Seasonal crudité
Gallery
Service areas
RoanokeSalemBlacksburgChristiansburgCovington
Events catered
WeddingsCorporateHoliday partiesFundraisers
Good to know
Book 6+ days aheadDelivers within 23 mi$25 delivery feeServing since 2017
- Phone
- (540) 864-2970
- Service & staffing
- deliverystaffingSetuptastingsCleanup
- Payment
- InvoiceCashCard
- Deposit
- A 50% deposit confirms your booking, with the remainder due on the event day.
- Cancellation
- Deposits are refundable up to 10 days before your event.
Hours
- Mon
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tue
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wed
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thu
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Reviews
4.7· 10 reviews
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“The team handled our event flawlessly. Generous portions and the wild mushroom risotto was unforgettable.”
Grace N.
Retirement party · 24 guests
“Our office lunch was a huge hit. Easy ordering, great variety, and everyone went back for seconds.”
Renee W.
Birthday party · 40 guests
“Absolutely incredible from start to finish. Every guest asked who catered — the cacio e pepe rigatoni was the star of the night.”
Leah D.
Holiday party · 86 guests
“From quote to cleanup, a true professional team. Will absolutely use them again for our next event.”
Ana R.
Baby shower · 242 guests
“Beautiful spread and amazing flavors. They accommodated our dietary needs without missing a beat.”
Bianca D.
Birthday party · 172 guests
“Worth every penny. Our coordinator was so organized and the food got rave reviews all night.”
James E.
Corporate lunch · 181 guests
Frequently asked questions
Yes — we serve Roanoke and the surrounding area. Travel beyond our standard radius may include a small fee.
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