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The Golden Laurel

The Golden Laurel

Verified

Coastal Seafood·Reston, VA·4.7(11)

New
full-servicedrop-offplatedbuffetPickupTypically responds within a day$625 minimum order
WeddingsRaw barBuffetVegetarianVegan

About The Golden Laurel

The Golden Laurel brings fresh Chesapeake and coastal seafood to Reston and the surrounding area. From intimate dinners to 152-guest celebrations, every menu is built around your event. Locally owned, fully licensed and insured — and proud to be a Verified Virginia Caterer.

Location

The Golden Laurel

5468 Franklin Blvd, Reston, VA

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Sample menu

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Featured

Chef's picks

Raw bar

Virginia oysters

Mignonette, lemon (per dozen)

Gluten-free
$30

Sides & sweets

Old Bay corn

Drawn butter

VegetarianGluten-free
$5

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Raw bar

  • Jumbo shrimp cocktail

    Horseradish, cocktail

    Gluten-free
    $16.99
  • Tuna crudo

    Citrus, chili oil

    Gluten-free
    $20
  • Virginia oysters

    Mignonette, lemon (per dozen)

    Gluten-free
    $30

Mains

  • Maryland crab cakes

    Jumbo lump, remoulade

    $18
  • Pan-seared rockfish

    Brown butter, capers

    Gluten-free
    $24.99
  • Low-country boil

    Shrimp, sausage, corn, potato

    Gluten-free
    $18.99

Sides & sweets

  • Old Bay corn

    Drawn butter

    VegetarianGluten-free
    $5
  • Key lime tart

    Graham, lime curd

    Vegetarian
    $6.99
  • Hushpuppies

    Honey butter

    Vegetarian
    $3

Catering packages

Full-service plated

$74/person

Min 30 guests

  • 3-course plated dinner
  • Staff, rentals & setup
  • Menu tasting

Drop-off buffet

$35/person

Min 20 guests

  • 2 mains, 3 sides
  • Bread & dessert
  • Disposable serviceware

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Service areas

RestonHerndonViennaFairfaxAshburn

Events catered

WeddingsCorporatePrivate dinnersGraduationsFundraisers

Good to know

Book 12+ days aheadDelivers within 39 mi$25 delivery feeServing since 2009
Service & staffing
Setupstaffingtastings
Payment
CardInvoiceCash
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 – 7:00 PM
Tue
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wed
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thu
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Fri
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sat
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sun
Closed

Reviews

4.7· 11 reviews
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They made our day stress-free. Staff was friendly, food was hot and fresh, and everything ran on schedule.
K

Kevin P.

Family reunion · 104 guests

Absolutely incredible from start to finish. Every guest asked who catered — the tuna crudo was the star of the night.
J

Jennifer B.

Office event · 79 guests

Professional, responsive, and the food was restaurant-quality. Highly recommend for any event in Reston.
A

Andre M.

Corporate lunch · 178 guests

Punctual, polished, and delicious. The pan-seared rockfish and the desserts were the talk of the party.
R

Robert V.

Birthday party · 239 guests

Hands down the best catering experience we've had. The low-country boil disappeared in minutes.
P

Paige G.

Graduation · 176 guests

They went above and beyond for our baby shower. Generous, gracious, and genuinely talented.
M

Maya M.

Baby shower · 244 guests

Frequently asked questions

Every menu is fully customizable. Tell us your vision, headcount and budget and we'll build something perfect.

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