Slotted Spoon - 12
1 x $2.20
- Rental
- $2.20
- Delivery & pickup
- $150
- Setup & teardown
- $75
- Damage waiver (10%)
- $0
- Sales tax
- $0
- About
- $228
Cost guide · Chicago
How much does it cost to rent catering equipment in Chicago?
Catering equipment rentals in Chicago cost $0.55 to $775.50 per item through Beyond Chiavari, and half of our 653 options cost between $5.61 and $39.33. Delivery, usually $150 to $400 per order, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added, so delivered orders often run 35 to 60% above the rental total.
- lowest price
- $0.55
- lowest price
- median item
- $15.68
- median item
- middle half of items
- $5.61-$39.33
- middle half of items
- items priced
- 653
- items priced
How prices spread
- $0-$13
- $1-$250
- $2-$593
- $5-$10122
- $10-$25153
- $25-$50113
- $50-$10054
- $100-$25052
- $250-$5008
- $500-$1,0005
Example orders
What a delivered order really costs
Black Round Tray w/1″ Edge
1 x $15.68
- Rental
- $15.68
- Delivery & pickup
- $150
- Setup & teardown
- $75
- Damage waiver (10%)
- $2
- Sales tax
- $2
- About
- $244
Silver Punch Bowl
1 x $99
- Rental
- $99
- Delivery & pickup
- $150
- Setup & teardown
- $75
- Damage waiver (10%)
- $10
- Sales tax
- $11
- About
- $345
Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue.
What moves the price
Catering equipment cost drivers
- 01
Chafers and fuel
Chafing dishes are priced each, and fuel cans or sterno are extra per hour of service.
- 02
Serving pieces
Trays, bowls and utensils are low-cost individually but add up for a large buffet.
- 03
Heavy equipment
Grills, warmers and coffee urns cost more and sometimes need delivery by a larger truck.
Chafing dish
8 qt full-size, stainless
$48.40each
Beverage dispenser
3 gallon glass with stand
$12.10each
Coffee urn
100-cup percolator
$27.50each
FAQ
Catering equipment rental cost: questions
How much does it cost to rent catering equipment in Chicago?
Catering equipment rentals in Chicago cost $0.55 to $775.50 per item through Beyond Chiavari, and half of our 653 options cost between $5.61 and $39.33. Delivery, usually $150 to $400 per order, setup, a damage waiver of about 10% and sales tax are added, so delivered orders often run 35 to 60% above the rental total.
What is the cheapest catering equipment rental?
Tray - Brown or Teal at $0.55 each. Remember that delivery is priced per order, so very small orders cost more per item once delivery is added.
Do rental prices include delivery and setup?
No. The prices shown are the rental for one event day: the partner's rate plus our 10% fee. Delivery and pickup, setup, a damage waiver and sales tax are itemized on your free quote before you pay anything.
How can I save on catering equipment rentals?
Ask what the caterer already brings. Plate dinner to reduce chafers. Combine pickup with other rentals. Combining categories on one order also saves, because one delivery covers everything.
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