What Spanish catering options are available in Melbourne?

Tapas Madriz offers live paella catering, Spanish tapas catering, private chef dining and full event catering packages across Melbourne. All food is cooked fresh on-site by Ignacio, our Madrid-born chef.

How much does Spanish catering cost in Melbourne?

Spanish catering from Tapas Madriz starts at $39 per person for paella-only and from $65 per person for full tapas and paella packages. Private chef dinners are quoted based on guest numbers and menu.

Do you cater Spanish food for corporate events in Melbourne?

Yes. Tapas Madriz regularly caters corporate events across Melbourne CBD, Southbank, Docklands and inner suburbs for teams of 20 to 80.

What areas of Melbourne do you cover for Spanish catering?

Tapas Madriz covers all Melbourne suburbs. Zone 1 (within 15km of Parkdale) has no travel surcharge. Zone 2 (15-30km) has a $60-80 fee. Zone 3 (30-60km) is $120-150.

Spanish Catering Melbourne | Paella, Tapas & Private Chef

Madrid to Melbourne

Authentic Spanish catering — cooked live, from scratch, at your event.

Tapas Madriz is Melbourne's Spanish catering specialist — and the only catering service in Melbourne run by a Madrid-born chef. Every event is cooked live by Ignacio (Nacho), who brings the heat, aroma and theatre of authentic Spanish cooking directly to your venue.

Whether you're planning a birthday party, corporate event, wedding or an intimate private chef dinner, Nacho arrives with all equipment, cooks live on-site, and leaves your kitchen cleaner than he found it.

Meet Ignacio View Menus & Pricing

Ignacio — Madrid-born chef and founder of Tapas Madriz Melbourne

"I cook every event myself. Your guests don't get a team — they get the chef."

— Ignacio, Founder

Live on-site cooking

Our Paella Varieties

Nacho cooks your paella in a traditional paellera over high heat — saffron-scented, socarrat-crusted, nothing like what you'd get from a tray.

Meat

Paella Montañesa

Chicken, chorizo and seasonal vegetables in a rich saffron broth. The heartiest option — perfect for corporate lunches and winter events where the smoky aroma becomes part of the occasion.

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Seafood

Paella del Senyoret

Prawns, calamari and fresh seafood — no shells, no mess. Melbourne's most requested paella for weddings and summer events.

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Vegan · GF

Paella de Verduras

Seasonal vegetables, artichoke and peas in saffron rice. Fully vegan and gluten free — as good as the meat version.

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Seafood · Bold

Arroz Negro

Black rice cooked in squid ink with prawns and calamari. Always the talking point of the event.

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Noodle Paella

Fideuà

The Valencian noodle paella — short pasta cooked in rich seafood broth with the same socarrat crust as a traditional paella. A crowd-pleasing alternative.

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Paella Catering Packages Melbourne

Paella Only

$39 /pp

Choice of paella + Pan con Tomate. Ideal for casual events and large corporate lunches.

1 paella variety
Pan con Tomate
Setup & cleanup
Min. 15 guests

El Clásico

$65 /pp

Paella + 2 tapas. The most popular choice for private parties and birthdays.

1 paella variety
2 tapas of choice
Pan con Tomate
Setup & cleanup

Spanish Tapas — Fresh, Live, On-Site

Nothing arrives pre-made. Nothing comes in a tray. Every tapas dish is prepared fresh by Nacho at your event.

Croquetas de Jamón — Spanish tapas catering Melbourne

Extra tapas can be added at $10.50pp (★ premium $12.50pp). Nothing pre-made — all cooked fresh.

Patatas BravasCrispy potatoes, spicy bravas sauce

Croquetas de JamónHam croquettes, crisp golden crust

Tortilla EspañolaSpanish omelette, potato & egg

Gambas al Pil-PilGarlic chilli prawns, sizzling live

★ Premium

Chorizo a la SidraChorizo cooked in Spanish cider

★ Premium

Pulpo a la GallegaGalician octopus, smoked paprika

★ Premium

Ensaladilla RusaRussian potato salad, Spanish style

Gazpacho AndaluzChilled tomato soup from Andalusia

Albóndigas MadrileñasMadrid-style meatballs, rich tomato

Huevos RotosBroken eggs & potatoes — a Madrid classic

Full Tapas Menu & Pricing

Simple Process

How Paella Catering in Melbourne Works

Get a Quote

Use the instant estimate on our menu page or send an enquiry. We respond within 24 hours, every day.

Confirm & Deposit

Choose your package, tapas and paella variety. A 30% deposit secures your date — balance due before the event.

Nacho Arrives

Nacho arrives with all ingredients, equipment and the paellera. He sets up while you greet your guests.

Eat & Enjoy

Live cooking in front of your guests. Nacho cleans up and leaves — you enjoy the rest of the night.

Serving All of Melbourne

Paella Catering Across Melbourne

Free travel within 15km of Parkdale. Available from Brighton to Mornington Peninsula and everywhere in between.

Brighton St Kilda South Yarra Toorak Hawthorn Port Melbourne Frankston Mornington Cheltenham Melbourne CBD Richmond Fitzroy Bayside All Locations →

What Our Clients Say

5.0★ · 47 Google Reviews

Tapas Madriz turned our anniversary party into an absolute dream! Ignacio's paella was divine, and the tapas were just like being back in Spain. He cooked everything fresh at our home, creating an incredible atmosphere that our guests are still talking about.

Sarah & Tom L.

Anniversary Party, Melbourne

★★★★★

We hired Tapas Madriz for a corporate event for 80 people and it was a huge success. The live cooking experience was a fantastic talking point — watching Nacho cook in front of everyone was entertainment in itself. Our clients were raving about the food all night!

Michael R.

Corporate Event, Melbourne CBD

★★★★★

Nacho catered our wedding for 60 guests and exceeded every expectation. The seafood paella was absolutely stunning — guests with dietary requirements were completely catered for without any fuss. We could actually relax and enjoy our own wedding!

Emma & James K.

Wedding, Mornington Peninsula

★★★★★

From the first bite of patatas bravas to the last spoonful of paella, every dish was bursting with authentic flavour. Nothing felt like it came from a tray — everything cooked live in front of us. Not having to worry about a thing meant I could actually enjoy my own party!

Jessica P.

Birthday Celebration, South Yarra

★★★★★

Ignacio is the real deal — born in Madrid and it shows in every dish. The Arroz Negro was the most dramatic thing I've ever seen served at a party. Our guests were blown away. Already booked him for next year's event.

David C.

Private Party, Brighton

★★★★★

Booked Nacho for a team lunch of 45 people. Setup was seamless, the food was extraordinary, and he cleaned up after himself perfectly. Our team is already asking when we can have him back. Genuinely the best catering decision we've made.

Rachel T.

Corporate Lunch, St Kilda

★★★★★

★★★★★ 5.0 · 47 Google Reviews

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does paella catering cost in Melbourne?

Packages start at $39pp for Paella Only, rising to $65pp (El Clásico — paella + 2 tapas), $75pp (La Gastronómica — paella + 3 tapas) and $95pp (El Chef's Premium — paella + 4 tapas + cheesecake). All prices include live on-site cooking, equipment, setup, service and cleanup. Free travel within 15km of Parkdale.

How many guests can you cater for?

Tapas Madriz caters for events from 15 to 150 guests. For private chef experiences, we cater for 4–12 guests. For events over 100 guests, get in touch for a custom quote.

Do you cater for dietary requirements?

All paellas are gluten free, dairy free and nut free as standard. The Paella de Verduras is fully vegan. Mention your requirements when you enquire and Nacho will confirm suitable dishes.

Do you bring all the equipment?

Yes — Nacho arrives with everything: the traditional paellera, burner, gas, all ingredients, serving equipment and utensils. You provide an outdoor or well-ventilated space for the paella station.

Which Melbourne suburbs do you cover?

Free travel within 15km of Parkdale (Brighton, Cheltenham, Mentone). Zone 2 (15–30km, ~$60–80): CBD, South Yarra, St Kilda, Richmond, Hawthorn. Zone 3 (30–60km, ~$120–150): Frankston, Mornington, Peninsula. Beyond 60km — contact us for a custom quote.

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Reserve Your Date

Book Your Spanish Catering Event

Tell us about your event and we'll get back to you with a tailored proposal within 24 hours.

Deposit

30% to secure your date

Balance due prior to event

Cancellation

Free before 7 days

50% charge within 7 days

Response Time

Within 24 hours

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Spanish Catering Melbourne

Our Paella Varieties

Paella Montañesa

Paella del Senyoret

Paella de Verduras

Arroz Negro

Fideuà

Spanish Catering Services Melbourne

Paella Catering

Corporate Events

Wedding Catering

Private Parties

Private Chef