Authentic soul food catering for every occasion
At melselscatering, we bring genuine Philadelphia soul food and comforting homemade desserts straight to your event. From corporate luncheons to dream weddings, discover our customizable dining packages built around flavor and family care.
Our catering formats
We provide flexible service setups tailored to your gathering size, schedule, and venue setup throughout Philadelphia and beyond.
Buffet service
Self-serve buffet stations equipped with hot trays, ideal for large wedding receptions, church events, and family reunions.
Drop-off platters
Freshly cooked soul food delivered hot to your door in ready-to-serve party pans, perfect for office meetings and celebrations.
Individual boxed meals
Pre-portioned, packaged meals containing your choice of savory entree and sides for seamless corporate distribution.
Homestyle soul food made with heart
Proudly based at 3527 N 9th St in Philadelphia, our small Black-owned family business cooks every recipe from scratch using time-honored seasoning traditions and generous love.
Crowd-pleasing entrees and sides
Treat your guests to our most requested specialties: crispy fried fish, buffalo wings, golden chicken breast bites, and tender smothered turkey wings. Pair your mains with classic Mac-N-Cheese, slow-simmered collard greens, sweet candied yams, fluffy yellow rice, or your favorite chilled side like macaroni salad, seafood salad, pasta salad, or traditional potato salad.
Booking and customized event quotes
We proudly cater weddings, corporate lunches, church celebrations, and community gatherings across the area. To ensure availability, please call [[215-684-9201]] as early as possible to secure your date and finalize your menu. Note that select short-notice bookings may require a rush fee.
