Signature mains
Cornmeal-crusted catfish
Remoulade, pickled okra
$18.99
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Willow & Thistle
Southern Heritage·Portsmouth, VA·4.8(13)
Top ratedNew
drop-offDeliveryPickupplatedfull-serviceTypically responds within a day$400 minimum order
Comfort foodCorporateFamily-styleVegetarianVegan
About Willow & Thistle
Willow & Thistle brings soulful, scratch-made Southern cooking to Portsmouth and the surrounding area. From intimate dinners to 220-guest celebrations, every menu is built around your event. Family-run and rooted in the community we serve.
Location
Willow & Thistle
4312 Market Way, Portsmouth, VA
Catering packages
Grazing & appetizers
$25/person
Min 15 guests
- Chef's selection of passed bites
- Cheese & charcuterie
- Seasonal crudité
Drop-off buffet
$31/person
Min 20 guests
- 2 mains, 3 sides
- Bread & dessert
- Disposable serviceware
Gallery
Service areas
PortsmouthNorfolkChesapeakeHamptonSuffolk
Events catered
WeddingsCorporateGraduationsAnniversariesHoliday parties
Good to know
Book 14+ days aheadDelivers within 31 mi$30 delivery feeServing since 2007
- Phone
- (757) 222-1770
- Service & staffing
- SetupstaffingdeliveryCleanuptastings
- Payment
- CardInvoice
- Deposit
- A 25% deposit reserves your date; the balance is due 48 hours before the event.
- 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
- Closed
- Sun
- Closed
Reviews
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“Worth every penny. Our coordinator was so organized and the food got rave reviews all night.”
Elizabeth A.
Fundraiser gala · 214 guests
“Professional, responsive, and the food was restaurant-quality. Highly recommend for any event in Portsmouth.”
Renee I.
Corporate lunch · 156 guests
“Communication was excellent and the tasting sealed the deal. Presentation exceeded our expectations.”
Daniel D.
Graduation · 114 guests
“On time, beautifully presented, and so easy to work with. We'll book them again without a second thought.”
Renee Q.
Office event · 99 guests
“The team handled our event flawlessly. Generous portions and the banana pudding was unforgettable.”
Tyler E.
Anniversary dinner · 85 guests
“They went above and beyond for our corporate lunch. Generous, gracious, and genuinely talented.”
Sean V.
Corporate lunch · 140 guests
Frequently asked questions
Yes — we serve Portsmouth and the surrounding area. Travel beyond our standard radius may include a small fee.
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