Sides & salads
Heirloom tomato salad
Buttermilk, sweet onion
VegetarianGluten-free
$7.99
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The Copper Olive
VerifiedLowcountry Southern·Alexandria, VA·4.9(14)
Top ratedNewFast responder
platedfull-servicedrop-offDeliveryTypically responds within an hour$550 minimum order
Plated dinnersCorporateFamily-styleVegetarianVegan
About The Copper Olive
The Copper Olive brings soulful, scratch-made Southern cooking to Alexandria and the surrounding area. We cook everything from scratch and source seasonal ingredients from local Virginia growers. Seasonal ingredients, honest pricing, and a team that treats your event like our own.
Location
The Copper Olive
7865 Ridge Way, Alexandria, VA
Catering packages
Drop-off buffet
$31/person
Min 20 guests
- 2 mains, 3 sides
- Bread & dessert
- Disposable serviceware
Family-style feast
$47/person
Min 25 guests
- Shared platters
- 2 mains, 4 sides
- Setup & cleanup
Full-service plated
$65/person
Min 30 guests
- 3-course plated dinner
- Staff, rentals & setup
- Menu tasting
Gallery
Service areas
AlexandriaArlingtonSpringfieldFalls ChurchVienna
Events catered
WeddingsCorporatePrivate dinnersFundraisers
Good to know
Book 4+ days aheadDelivers within 37 mi$50 delivery feeServing since 2015
- Phone
- (703) 717-5974
- Service & staffing
- tastingsdeliverystaffingSetup
- 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 – 5:00 PM
- Tue
- 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wed
- 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thu
- 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fri
- 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sat
- 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sun
- 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Reviews
4.9· 14 reviews
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“Worth every penny. Our coordinator was so organized and the food got rave reviews all night.”
Derek J.
Engagement party · 38 guests
“On time, beautifully presented, and so easy to work with. We'll book them again without a second thought.”
Leah H.
Office event · 44 guests
“Stunning presentation and the flavors were spot-on. Five stars isn't enough.”
Gabriel B.
Family reunion · 223 guests
“From quote to cleanup, a true professional team. Will absolutely use them again for our next event.”
Michael T.
Graduation · 261 guests
“They made our day stress-free. Staff was friendly, food was hot and fresh, and everything ran on schedule.”
Nathan L.
Birthday party · 85 guests
“Hands down the best catering experience we've had. The smoked gouda mac & cheese disappeared in minutes.”
Kevin U.
Engagement party · 66 guests
Frequently asked questions
Yes — we offer tastings for weddings and larger events so you can finalize your menu with confidence.
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