Indian Catering for 100 Guests in Copenhagen: How to Plan It
By the Indian Bites kitchen team, Pustervig 4, Copenhagen. Reviewed for accuracy on 14 September 2026.
Planning Indian catering for 100 guests in Copenhagen comes down to three decisions: how many dishes to serve, whether you want delivery or full on-site setup, and when to book. Get those right and the rest is easy. At Indian Bites we have catered events of this size for more than 10 years, from corporate lunches to weddings and confirmations, and the pattern is always the same: a well-balanced set menu of five to six dishes feeds 100 people comfortably with real variety and almost no waste. Our meat is halal-certified, we cover vegetarian and vegan diets, and we deliver across Copenhagen and the surrounding region. This guide walks you through exactly how we plan an event for 100, so you can brief us in one email.
How Much Food to Order for 100 Guests
The single most common question we get is how much Indian catering 100 guests actually need. The honest answer: fewer dishes than most people expect, but the right ones. For a group this size we build a set menu of five to six dishes rather than a long list. More variety sounds generous, but it slows the line and leaves half-empty trays. A focused menu keeps the food hot, fresh and moving.
A Balanced Menu That Feeds Everyone
Our go-to structure for 100 guests is two meat curries, two vegetarian dishes, one lentil dish, plus the accompaniments. A typical spread looks like this: Butter Chicken and a slow-simmered Lamb Curry for the meat eaters, Palak Paneer and Channa Masala for vegetarians and vegans, and Dal Makhani, our creamy black-lentil dish that simmers for hours until it turns silky. Every order includes freshly baked naan, fragrant basmati rice, cooling raita and house chutneys, served as individual portions or family-style platters depending on your setup. We deliberately avoid long lines of lukewarm trays. Each dish is finished in our kitchen and packed to stay hot.
Getting the Ratio Right
Here is a detail we have learned from years of large events: the meat-to-vegetarian ratio matters more than the total dish count. For a mixed Copenhagen crowd we usually plan slightly more vegetarian volume than people predict, because the paneer and lentil dishes get reordered heavily once guests taste them. If you know your group skews vegetarian, vegan or halal, tell us and we shift the balance. We would rather ask than guess.
Delivery or Full On-Site Setup
For 100 guests you have two service options, and the right one depends on your venue. With delivery only, we prepare everything, deliver it hot and ready to serve, and you handle the serving. This suits offices with their own crockery and staff. With full on-site setup, we bring the serving equipment and arrange the food so it looks the part and stays warm through the meal. This is the popular choice for weddings, confirmations and evening receptions where presentation matters.
Either way, we cover the entire Copenhagen region, and our company kitchen is at Pustervig 4 in the city centre, so central and north-Zealand venues are well within our range. When you enquire, tell us the venue address and whether the space has a kitchen or serving area. That one detail lets us recommend the smoother option.
When to Book and How Pricing Works
Timing is the part people underestimate. For an event of 100 guests, book at least 10 to 14 business days ahead. Corporate events and any date between May and September, our peak season, should be locked in even earlier. A larger order means more prep, more fresh spice blends ground for the day, and coordinated delivery, so lead time protects your event.
On price, we quote each event individually because a five-dish delivery and a six-dish full-service setup are genuinely different jobs. You get a free, non-binding quote up front, so there are no surprises, and businesses can settle by invoice. To get an accurate number fast, send us your guest count, preferred date, venue, and any dietary requirements in one message.
Ready to plan your event? Request a free catering quote from Indian Bites or email atamjit@indianbites.dk / call +45 53 69 91 77. Want to see the dishes first? Browse our full menu at Indian Bites.
Why Event Planners Choose Indian Bites
Indian food is built for feeding a crowd. The curries hold heat well, the spice level is easy to adjust, and a single table of dishes gives 100 people genuine choice without separate meals for every diet. Our spices are imported directly from India and ground fresh, so the garam masala, cumin, cardamom and fenugreek taste of the real North Indian kitchen, not a jar. Across our two Copenhagen locations we have served more than 200,000 customers and hold 4.7 stars at Pustervig from 634 reviews. That track record is what event organisers are really booking: food that lands, every time, for every guest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Indian catering do I need for 100 guests?
For 100 guests we recommend a set menu of five to six dishes: two chicken or lamb curries, two vegetarian dishes, one lentil dish such as Dal Makhani, plus naan, basmati rice, raita and chutneys. This gives everyone choice without waste. We scale portions so guests can return for a second helping, and we adjust the meat-to-vegetarian ratio based on your guest list.
How far in advance should I book Indian catering for 100 people in Copenhagen?
Book at least 10 to 14 days ahead for an event this size. Corporate events and dates in peak season from May to September fill quickly, so earlier is safer. Once you confirm the guest count and menu, we lock the date and handle the rest.
Is the catering halal?
Yes. All our meat is halal-certified across every Indian Bites location, and we can cater a fully halal menu. We also cover vegetarian and vegan needs, so a group of 100 with mixed dietary requirements is straightforward for us.
Do you deliver or set up on site?
Both. Choose delivery only, where we drop off the food hot and ready to serve, or full on-site setup where we bring serving equipment and arrange everything. We cover all of Copenhagen and the surrounding region.
How much does Indian catering for 100 guests cost in Copenhagen?
Cost depends on the number of dishes, whether you want delivery or full on-site service, and any special dietary requests. We provide a free, non-binding quote so you know the full price before you commit. Businesses can pay by invoice.
Can you serve a group with vegetarians, vegans and meat eaters?
Yes, and for 100 guests we recommend it. A balanced menu with Butter Chicken, a lamb curry, Palak Paneer and Channa Masala means everyone eats well from the same table. Vegetarian and vegan dishes are cooked separately so there is no cross-contact.
Last updated: 14 September 2026
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