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Indianapolis seafood catering & boils

Catering that makes you the host everyone remembers

From a backyard low-country boil to a corporate spread, a wedding raw bar, or a 20-pound king-crab order, Indiana's #1 seafood kitchen caters the freshest catch in the city, delivered and set up for any crowd.

★ 4.5 across 4,800+ reviews#1 Restaurant in IndianaServing Indy since 2013
4,800+
5-star Google reviews
#1
Restaurant in Indiana
30+
Years catering Indy events
Any size
10 guests to 1,000+
What we cater

Real seafood, no shortcuts, for a crowd

Tell us the headcount and the vibe; we build the menu and handle the rest.

Low-country seafood boil catering

Low-country boils

Shrimp, crawfish, crab, sausage, corn & potatoes, seasoned your way. Boil catering →

Fried seafood trays for catering

Fried-seafood trays

Catfish, shrimp, gator bites and the sides Indy loves, by the tray.

Raw bar and oyster catering

Raw bars & oysters

Showpiece oyster spreads and chilled seafood for weddings & showers.

King crab and lobster catering orders

King crab & lobster

Colossal crab legs and live Maine lobster, ordered by the pound.

Shrimp party tray from Caplinger's catering

Shrimp & po’boy bars

Jumbo fried shrimp, peel-&-eat and build-your-own po’boy stations.

Alligator and specialty catering

The wild side

Gulf gator bites, frog legs and calamari to wow your guests.

Perfect for

Any occasion, all over Indy

Corporate & office

Client lunches, team celebrations and holiday parties delivered across the metro. Corporate catering →

Weddings & showers

Raw bars, oysters and signature seafood for rehearsal dinners and the big day. Wedding catering →

Graduations & birthdays

Boils and trays that turn the backyard into the best party of the year.

Tailgates & game day

Crowd-feeding seafood spreads ready for kickoff, hot and golden.

Holidays & family

Let us handle the cooking so you can actually enjoy the gathering.

Church, community & memorial meals

Thoughtful, generous spreads for fellowship dinners and gatherings.

How it works

Three easy steps to a feast

Tell us your event

Share your date, headcount and what you’re craving using the quick form below or a phone call.

We build your menu & quote

Our catering team designs the right spread for your crowd and sends a clear, no-surprise quote.

We cook, deliver & set up

Everything arrives fresh and on time. You host; we make you look good.

Caplinger's seafood spread Colossal king crab legs Steamed lobster Fresh oysters Fried seafood platter Fresh fish on ice
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Let’s plan your event

Tell us a little about your event and our catering team will get right back to you with a menu and a quote. The sooner you reach out, the easier it is to lock in your date, especially weekends and holidays.

Call our catering team · (317) 288-7263

Shadeland (317) 288-7263 · South Side (317) 559-2454
Pendleton Pike (317) 389-5378 · AMP Downtown (463) 256-2817

Request catering

No obligation, just a quick quote.

Catering questions

Catering & boils, answered

Does Caplinger's cater seafood in Indianapolis?
Yes. From office lunches to weddings and backyard parties, we cater fresh seafood across the Indy metro.
Do you do seafood boils for events?
Absolutely, low-country boils with shrimp, crab, sausage, corn and potatoes are one of our specialties.
How many people can you cater for?
Anything from a small gathering to a large event. Tell us your headcount and we'll build the right package.
How far in advance should I book catering?
The more notice the better, especially for weekends and holidays. Reach out as early as you can and we'll lock in your date.
Do you deliver and set up catering?
Delivery and setup options vary by order size; we'll walk through everything when we plan your menu.
How do I get a catering quote?
Fill out the catering form on this page or give us a call, and we'll put together a quote for you.