Mel’s Table

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Introduction

Based in Houston, TX, Mel’s Table Catering Services offers premier private chef and catering experiences — and yes, we travel! Serving Houston (HTX), Austin (ATX), Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW), and San Antonio (SA). Please inquire for travel accommodations and fees. At Mel’s Table, we curate unforgettable dining moments with bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and fully customized menus tailored to your event. From intimate dinners and private parties to corporate luncheons and weddings, we bring exceptional service and elevated cuisine to every table. Traveling Chef Services: Available by request, travel fees apply. Let’s make your next event unforgettable. Your table deserves the best.

Overview

Hired 17 times

Serves Spring, TX

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3 employees

4 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Check, and Credit card.

Services offered

Event type

Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Cold beverages (alcoholic)

Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

Projects and media

27 photos

Projects and media

27 photos

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Ryan M.

May 25, 2025

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Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - casual • American - formal • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Heidy P.

Feb 25, 2025

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We recently hired Chef Mel's catering service to provide breakfast and lunch for our C-suite team during their visit to our office last week, and we couldn't be more impressed. The food was absolutely spectacular—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Our executives were thrilled with every meal, praising the quality and taste. The service was exceptionally professional. Chef Mel is incredibly talented and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Her culinary skills and attention to detail truly made a difference. Chef Mel has now become our go-to caterer whenever our executives are in town. Highly recommended!

Details: Corporate event • Lunch • French • Family style • No, drop off only • Office • No kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Jason H.

2 weeks ago

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Details: Regular meal • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • American - casual • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Gluten free or celiac • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Misty A.

4 weeks ago

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Mel is amazing! She did the food for my daughters sweet sixteen and it was delicious. She was very responsive to me and all my questions. Her her professionalism is unmatched. We will definitely be using her again in the future. Not only was the food delicious and top quality, but it was far cheaper than other caterers I had checked with. You will not regret using Mel's table for sure!

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • Dessert • Non-alcoholic drinks • Coffee or tea • American - casual • Mexican or Latin American • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • Asian • American - Southern • American - formal • French • I'm flexible • I'm flexible • Banquet hall or ballroom • Yes, partial kitchen (fridge and sink only) • 70 - 79 guests • I'm flexible

Wedding and Event Catering

Angel S.

5 days ago

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Melissa Helton

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We initially will have a consultation, where we will discuss a prefixe or custom menu. We will discuss all the details and dates. From there I will send over a service contract and invoice. Between the time you book and the time of event- I will touch base with you periodically!
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I started this work after working in the James Beard Kitchen, and it was there where I truly discovered my love and passion for elevated and fine food.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Businesses, executives, families, athletes.