Staying in Narragansett or South Kingstown? Hiring a private chef or local catering service is an easy way to make your South County vacation more relaxed and memorable. Whether you’re planning a casual dinner at your rental, a small gathering, or a special occasion, there are plenty of options for in-home dining, meal prep, and full-service catering. Many chefs focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and seafood, giving you a true taste of the Rhode Island coast without leaving the house.


CLambakes 
McGrath Clambakes & Catering

Specializing in traditional Rhode Island clambakes, lobster boils, and full-service coastal catering for events of all sizes.

401-847-7743 | riclambake.com


Prepared Platters, Trays, and Takeaway
Belmont Market

A wide range of catering options for your next special event, holiday, or gathering.

600 Kingstown Rd, Wakefield | 401-789-4656 | belmontmarket.com/catering

Dave's Marketplace

Offers catering to go and deli platters with the same food that is available in store, but in larger quantities.

125 Tower Hill Rd, Wickford | 401-268-3991 | davesmarketplace.com

Gansett Wraps

Catering platters feature fresh, Mediterranean-inspired wraps, salads, and mezze-style sides like hummus, falafel, and tabouleh, all served ready-to-share for crowd-friendly ordering.

70 Point Judith Rd, Narragansett | 401-792-9292 | gansettwraps.com

Go Pasta

Go Pasta catering features hearty Italian-American trays made for groups, including baked pastas, lasagna, chicken entrées, and classic sides like meatballs, salads, and garlic bread.

32 Old Tower Hill Rd, Wakefield | 401-284-4311 | gopasta.com

Neapoli's Italian Emporium

Neapolis offers authentic Italian-inspired catering featuring housemade pastas, focaccia sandwiches, antipasti platters, and curated market-style trays that are perfect for gatherings.

60 South County Commons Wy, South Kingstown | 401-854-0667 | neapolisri.com

ROch's Fresh Foods

Offers a wide selection of party platters, hot entrées, and fresh deli trays, from sandwiches and wraps to antipasto, salads, and fruit and vegetable platters.

1183 Boston Beck Rd, Narragansett | 401-284-2900 | rochs.com


Private Chefs
Paul Alan

Lead chef at Providence College who takes on private work for vacationers.

401-932-2560

Nicole Craft | Craft & Willow

Known for vegetable-forward, seasonally driven menus that blend global influences with local ingredients, creating thoughtful, highly personalized dining experiences for events, private dinners, and intimate gatherings.

917-471-2297 | craftandwillow.com

Eli Dunn

A two-time Food Network Chopped champion and former Beat Bobby Flay chef-testant, he’s also been recognized multiple years as a “Best of RI” winner and featured on shows including The Rhode Show, Phantom Gourmet, and Restaurant Impossible.

chefelidunn.com

The Gourmet Goddess

Offers seasonal, farm-to-table catering with a focus on intimate gatherings, thoughtfully prepared menus, and beautifully presented dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

401-835-8232 | gourmetgoddesscuisine.com

Chelcie Ross

Inspired by fine dining experience in some of New York’s top kitchens, she offers everything from intimate dinners and in-home meal prep to cocktail parties and larger catered events, focusing on bold flavors, polished presentation, and a fully customized dining experience.

508-397-2648 | chefchelc.com