Holiday & winter events
Hot Chocolate Bar Catering in Virginia Beach
Rich hot chocolate made to order by a barista — alongside lattes, chai and the full espresso menu — for holiday parties and winter events.
Serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News & all of Hampton Roads
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- 1Tell us your date, guest count and location
- 2Get your custom quote within minutes
- 3Hold your date — we handle the rest
A hot chocolate bar with a barista behind it
Our hot chocolate is made with premium chocolate sauce and steamed milk — the way a café makes it, not from a packet and a pot of hot water. Every cup is made to order and handed over warm.
Add a flavor like vanilla, caramel, hazelnut or a seasonal syrup, choose whole, oat or almond milk, or go for a mocha that splits the difference. Coffee drinkers still get the full espresso menu, and chai and matcha round out a menu for every guest.
It's a natural fit for office holiday parties, client appreciation events, school and staff celebrations, tree lightings and family gatherings. Drinks are unlimited for the whole service window, and nobody pays or tips at the cart.
What's included
What your guests get at the hot chocolate bar
Made-to-order hot chocolate
Premium chocolate sauce and steamed milk, served hot by a barista.
Flavor add-ons
Vanilla, caramel, hazelnut, mocha and seasonal syrups.
Dairy-free friendly
Whole, oat or almond milk for every drink.
Plus the espresso bar
Lattes, cappuccinos, mochas, americanos, chai, matcha and herbal teas.
Unlimited servings
Enough for your whole guest count for the entire service window.
Holiday-party ready
Indoors or out, setup to cleanup. All we need is a 15-amp outlet.
Hot chocolate for the kids, espresso for everyone else.
Reviews
5.0 stars across 18 Google reviews
What hosts, planners and guests say after the cart packs up — in their own words.
“We had the opportunity to have the Espresso Experience come to our school for a Thankful for our Teachers event and it was nothing short of AMAZING! The drinks were delicious! The staff was prompt and polite! We will 10000% work with this company again for future events !!”
“Incredible coffee and awesome service! The Espresso Experience was a huge hit at our corporate event. We had a large crowd, and they handled everything smoothly and professionally. Everyone loved the drinks and the vibe. Will definitely book again!”
“I hired Espresso Experience for a small morning event and they were the perfect choice for our coffee shop vibe. The team arrived early, were set up rather quickly and served 38+ guests in absolutely no time at all. They offered several options - their "special" at the time was the pistachio latte - I hear it was to die for. Several guests even came back for seconds. I will most definitely be calling on them again in the future and you should too! You won't be sorry.”
“As an event / wedding planner, I cannot understate the amount of professionalism and fun Nicole exudes! I even booked her for my own home to kickoff a birthday celebration and it was truly an amazing experience. The coffee and her cart were both exceptional and the added fun it will bring to any event is truly magical. I highly recommend her to my clients and of course myself.”
“The Espresso Experience was amazing! The staff enjoyed the various lattes, cappuccinos and espresso shots. Nicole was very professional, the setup was awesome, and everything ran very smoothly. Would recommend their services and will definitely use again.”
“If you are looking for a fun thing to add to your next event this is it! The baristas are the sweetest offering every drink with a smile.”
Verbatim 5-star reviews from Google.
Service area
Coffee catering across Hampton Roads
Based in Virginia Beach, with travel included within 25 miles. We also serve Williamsburg, Richmond and beyond — a mileage fee may apply.
Questions
Good things to know
Can you serve hot chocolate alongside coffee?
Yes. Hot chocolate is part of the standard menu, so your guests can choose hot chocolate, an espresso drink, chai, matcha or herbal tea — all from the same cart, with no drink limit.
How much does coffee cart catering cost?
Pricing is a flat rate built on two things: your guest count and how long you want service. Travel within 25 miles of Virginia Beach is included, there are no hidden fees, and no tips are expected. Answer a few questions in the form on this page and you'll have your custom quote within minutes.
Do you have dairy-free and decaf options?
Yes. Every drink can be made with whole, oat or almond milk, and decaf is available for anything on the menu.
What do you need from the venue?
One dedicated 15-amp, 110V outlet within about 25 feet of the cart and a spot to set up — indoors or out. We arrive early, set up, serve, then break down and clean up.
How many guests can you serve?
We serve 50 to 200 drinks an hour, which covers anything from 20 guests to 200. For larger events, conventions and trade shows we add baristas and additional carts.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can — especially for weddings, large corporate events and anything with custom branding, which needs two weeks of prep. Put your date in the form to check availability.
Warm up your holiday event
Share your date, guest count and location — your custom quote arrives within minutes.