Business Details
Southern Home-Style Meals & Catering in Wilmington
Sawmill Cafe and Catering is a family-owned business rooted in Wilmington, North Carolina, dedicated to serving high-quality, home-style meals and catering services. With a legacy tied to the popular Sawmill Restaurants, we expanded our operations to include a full-service kitchen and cafe, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week. Our team of experienced chefs specializes in preparing diverse menu items, from Southern comfort food to fresh seafood, tailored to fit budgets and impress guests at events ranging from intimate family gatherings to large-scale weddings.We prioritize convenience through multiple service options, including on-site catering with grilling and seafood preparation, hot food delivery via specialized trucks, and pre-ordered pickup meals complete with serving supplies. Our commitment to excellence extends to our casual dining environment, where friendly service and affordable pricing create a welcoming space for locals and visitors alike.
Services
Catering Services
Cafe Dining
Food Truck
Event Catering
Breakfast Service
Lunch Specials
Dinner Entrees
Seafood Preparation
Wedding Catering
Pickup Orders
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of experience in Southern-style catering and restaurant service.
- Our chefs specialize in customizable menus for events of all sizes.
- We provide full-service catering with on-site preparation and delivery.
- Our cafe serves fresh, home-cooked meals daily at affordable prices.
- We operate a mobile food truck for convenient access to our signature dishes.
What people say
Delicious appetizers
Courteous staff
Best food in NC
Fresh seafood
Affordable prices
Services
Catering Services
Sawmill Catering provides full-service event catering for weddings, reunions, and corporate functions. Our experienced team prepares and serves customized menus with options for on-site grilling, seafood preparation, and hot food delivery. We handle all aspects from setup to cleanup, ensuring seamless execution for gatherings of any size.
Cafe Dining
The cafe serves home-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily in a casual setting. Menus feature Southern classics like chicken fried steak, shrimp and grits, and homemade desserts. Dishes are made from scratch using quality ingredients, with daily specials and a rotating selection of sides and entrees to keep regulars coming back.
Food Truck
Our food truck brings Sawmill's signature flavors to HWY 421 in Wilmington. It offers a condensed menu of breakfast items, sandwiches, and entrees prepared fresh to order. The mobile unit provides convenient access to our popular dishes for customers who prefer quick service or cannot visit the main cafe.
Pickup Orders
Pre-ordered catering meals are available for pickup with all necessary serving supplies included. This option allows customers to host events without full-service catering while still enjoying professionally prepared dishes. Orders can be placed for both small gatherings and large groups.
Weekly Specials
The cafe features rotating daily specials that highlight specific dishes at discounted prices. These promotions offer value-conscious customers the chance to enjoy premium meals like 2 eggs with country ham plate or veggie omelets without compromising on portion size or quality.
Questions
What areas do you cater to?
We cater throughout Wilmington and Eastern Coastal North Carolina.
Do you offer vegetarian menu options?
Yes, we have vegetarian dishes like veggie omelets and grilled vegetable entrees.
Can I order catering online?
Contact us directly via email to arrange catering orders and special requests.
Are group discounts available?
Parties of six or more receive an 18% gratuity added to their bill.
Do you serve breakfast all day?
Breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 11 AM as shown on our menu.
Is the food truck available for private events?
The food truck operates at our HWY 421 location and isn't available for private bookings.
