A good friend of mine hosted a brunch on Saturday afternoon. I was absolutely blown away with the…read morequality, speed and professionalism of Serge and his staff. I felt like I was at a black tie event at the White House the service was that good, I'm not even exaggerating. I wish I could post pics of the food, but I forgot. The brunch consisted of made to order omelettes, French toast that was out of this world, fresh bacon and sausage, these amazing has browns that were absolutely divine and the presentation was killer! They also served GUACAMOLE DEVILED EGGS that were just pure absolutely delicious! There was an amazing watermelon salad, shrimp salad, and a few other amazing dishes! Just when I didn't think things could get any better, out came trays of some of the most tender and well marinated steaks you could imagine. I'm a garlic lover, and they were drenched in delicious garlic and herbs! That's about all I got for the review. Please believe me when I tell you that I've traveled the world in the gourmet food business and I know when something is very special such as Pure Kitchen (PK). I didn't want to post this review, because I kind of wanted to keep the secret about how amazing they are!!! The staff was 5 stars. The food was 5 stars. The service was 5 stars.

I was looking for a caterer for my organization's Board of Directors meeting. I used Thumbtack to…read moreget some quotes and came across Chef Serge. He was the first one to reply to the RFP. He was very easy to work with--he shared his thoughts for a menu: Appetizers -Red wine poached pear blue cheese salad -caprese basil salad Entrees -chicken Milanese -red onion jam salmon Sides - french ratatouille - grilled sweet potatoes and cranberries Dessert -assorted of cookies, cupcakes and fruits Everything sounded so yummy but I wanted one of the salads to be vegan. Chef Serge told me that he can swap the caprese salad with green beans cherry tomato and grapefruit salad (I wanted the red wine poached pear blue cheese salad!). I approved that change however, there was some confusion. I later asked if rice comes with the entree and he said that it's extra and asked if I wanted it, I said to keep the menu as is without rice but he thought that I meant to keep his original menu. When he came with the food, it was too late to get the vegan salad. I should have ask for a confirmed menu. Chef Serge and his assistant came on time to setup and offered to stay for the entire lunch but we just want buffet style and members serve themselves. My favorites were the red wine poached pear blue cheese salad and the red onion jam salmon. It was the first time that I've ordered salmon from a caterer where they've kept the skin on. I love the skin on my salmon but caterers don't keep it on. The ratatouille was tasty but some people didn't know quite what to make of it. One of my colleagues said that it has some Caribbean spices--I mentioned it to Chef and he said that he's from Guadeloupe, go figure. The desserts were okay, some mistook it for Entenmann's. He told me that he works with local bakery for desserts. Personally, I don't care too much about the desserts, my main focus is the food. I recommend Chef Serge but I think he's best for private parties. I've referred him to someone who was looking for a caterer for a holiday party. He was very flexible, positive and reliable. If you go with Chef Serge, you won't be disappointed.

Emelie Corcoran is the best catering coordinator anyone could ever ask for! She is extremely…read moreefficient, responds to emails so quickly, and is always accessible on the phone. She is the calm, practical, solution-finding person you need when you're planning a large event or a wedding! Also, everyone working at the company is so patient and provides great customer service. We had our wedding in May at the Strathmore Mansion, which was peak COVID confusion with numbers in Montgomery County consistently changing. Emelie went above and beyond to revise our timeline, floor-plan (seating chart), and number of meals for the dinner reception several times! The food we catered was absolutely delicious. I highly recommend all the hors d'oeuvres we served (miniature Maryland crab cakes, lobster avocado toasts, maple pork belly bites, and brie & fig crostini). For entrees, we had a choice between orange ginger salmon (with spinach risotto and asparagas) and braised short ribs with (red skinned smashed potatoes and haricot verts). Everyone was saying how tender and juicy the short rib was and how well the sides complimented everything. The salmon had the perfect seasoning as well! The service was supreme! During cocktail hour, the waiters brought around hors d'oeuvres so quickly and made sure to find the bride and groom and bring us food!

We couldn't have been more thrilled to have Corcoran as our wedding caterer. From our very first…read moremeeting through the big day, my husband and I kept saying how grateful we were that we chose them. Corcoran handled both our catering and all of our rentals--and absolutely nailed it. The food was exceptional. We're still getting texts from guests saying it was the best wedding food they've ever had--some even said it was the best event food, period! We got compliments on everything from the starter salad to the passed hors d'oeuvres. I wasn't initially excited about the beer corn fritter, but it ended up being my favorite bite of the night. But what truly set our experience apart was working with Jordan. I honestly can't say enough positive things about her. She became like a second planner for us--offering expert guidance, always responding quickly and thoroughly, and saying yes to every single request with grace and positivity. I had so much trust in her judgment, and she never steered us wrong. One week before the wedding, in a moment of pre-wedding panic, I decided I wanted to change our napkin fold. Jordan didn't just talk me through options--she went to the showroom, set up our exact table settings, tested multiple options, photoshopped in our decor, and sent over a mini lookbook... only for me to choose the original one. That's the level of above-and-beyond care she provided. On the day of the wedding, I shared a special moment with Jordan about my grandmother, who had passed before the wedding. She held my hand, we shed a tear together, and I felt so supported and comforted by her presence. It meant the world to me. We will absolutely be recommending Corcoran--and specifically Jordan--to all of our friends getting married, as well as to colleagues planning corporate events at 101 Constitution, where we got married. If you're looking for a caterer and rental partner who will care deeply about your event and help bring your vision to life, choose Corcoran. And request Jordan!

Cheryl and To Your Taste catered my son's 16th birthday party at the Escape Room last weekend, and…read moreI was very impressed. Cheryl was wonderful to work with, and had no problem modifying her menu to meet the tastes of teenage boys. The entire process was hassle free. The food arrived on time and was set up without a hitch, complete with all paper products and servicing utensils. And the food was delicious-- BBQ Chicken, brisket, masked potatoes, baked beans, etc. that were a big hit with the teens and the adults. In fact, a couple of parents asked for Cheryl's information for their own future use. I though the price was very reasonable when I booked To Your Taste-- so reasonable, I was concerned that there would not be enough food for teenage boy portions. Boy was I wrong. We had so many leftovers from a serving for 12 people the we dropped off a full dinner to our neighbors-- and still ate leftovers for the next two days. To Your Taste surpassed my expectations in terms of price, quality and service. Will definitely use them for my next catering job.

**contactless delivery option…read more Beef enchiladas: seasoned beef + flour tortillas + shredded cheese + spicy red sauce w/Mexican rice These freeze well and we're actually pretty good the next week. Would consider hiring this company to cater an event. Looking forward to trying these meals "fresh". __ IG: @f.hux I #yelp and I know things. Keep reading... https://linktr.ee/f.hux #foodieHUX #yelpelite #yelpeatsdc #yelpdc

The fig & prosciutto appetizers on a rosemary skewer were delish and creative. The fish tacos with…read morelemon sauce and slaw will make your palate and tummy jubilant.

My wife and I have been to many dinners and events that Lynn McCarthy Catered . We contracted her…read morefor our special day and she did a fantastic job on every aspect of our Wedding on 10/10/10. Lynn put her special touches and took out all the stops on a budget, and made it look a million bucks. We told her what we wanted, and it was done with flair and style, not to mention a visual feast also. Fresh and tasty, with local and organics when possible, innovative and cutting edge, we would recommend her for your next dining experience. She and her staff were on time, clean, prepared, and everyone at the wedding raved about the food.and presentation. Lynn is a professional, makes this labor of love look easy, even knowing we know its a ton of work, and does it with a smile. Thanks Lynn, Bon Appetite.

Catered a work event with Helga's, and the entire experience was fantastic!…read more I organized a work event at our office for about 75 people, and I reached out to Helga's since they were a local company and had some interesting options. The initial discussion with pricing, options, etc. was very smooth, and Lynda was prompt in replying to my questions. I was also able to do a site walkaround with Michael to make sure the venue had the appropriate space and resources available to the Helga's team, but the staff ended up being very self-sufficient! Additionally, we had a last minute event location change due to weather, but the staff again was very accommodating and adapted quickly. The staff was very professional throughout the night, and the food and beverage service was a hit with the crowd. We definitely will be keeping Helga's in mind for all future catering opportunities!

Needed several quotes. Still negotiating and they went and gave my date to someone else. I guess…read morethey expect potential customers to just go along and not try to get the best deal as well as best menu Their menu was faboulous and President was nice but $ money trumped patience and working with you to the end.

My husband and I recently used Pro Bar Serve for our wedding. They were fantastic. My contact at…read morethe company answered all my questions (and I had a million, as I have never thrown a wedding before!) patiently. My husband and I purchased all the alcohol, and two days before our wedding he sprained his ankle. Our servers and bartenders from ProBar Serve stepped right in and helped carry all the alcohol in to the venue from the parking lot, which I'm sure they would have helped with anyway, but they were just super nice about everything. Honestly, I personally did not interact that much with them (except the bartenders, who treated me well all night!), but my husband, mom and mother in law loved every person Pro Bar Serve sent out to work our wedding. I was told they were all extremely nice, very professional, and were knowledgable in all areas to just help run everything smoothly. I highly recommend using them, and would totally use them again if I ever throw another large party! -Sara & Tony Watkins

Anna and Laura did an absolutely fantastic job at my daughters wedding. They were hard-working,…read morediligent and extremely professional. I would recommend these two and this company to anyone who needs help with an event

It is well known in our community that Ridgewells Catering is the the premium caterer in the…read moreWashington Metropolitan Area because of their excellent service, delicious well-planned menus and a company that is staffed by pleasant hospitality professionals who care about their clients' needs, whatever the task is, that are called for. But, Ridgewells is much more than that. The company willingly and generously gives back to the community. Last year when I asked Susan Lacz if she would consider donating a dinner for a group of Wounded Warriors who are convalescing at Walter Reed Medical Center, she answered "Yes, absolutely. Please tell me whatever you need and we'll be happy to do so." Last month on September 22nd, Ridgewells once again stepped up the plate to honor our servicemen and women by providing a meal experience the likes of which they rarely see, only this time for 40 people instead of the group of 30 in 2025. In the capable hands of Susan's assistant, Event Sales Associate KayCee Tucker, a literal feast was devised of 2 different sandwiches (roast beef and caprese) and 2 specialty wraps (grilled buffalo chicken and teriyaki salmon) complemented by 5 different salad dishes in addition to an assortment of chips and cookies. The diners, as well as the volunteer servers, were wowed by the quality of the meal and, most notably , by the generosity of Ridgewells Catering in honoring the Wounded Warriors for their service to our country. Hats off to Ridgewells! On behalf of the United States Military, we salute you for going above and beyond for those who choose to spend their lives in protecting us from all who might wish us harm.

Utilized Ridgewells Catering for my work event at Sands Capital Management in Arlington, VA. The…read morecompany recommended the catering provider as one of their preferred vendors. I worked with Molly. She was extremely helpful & catered my event to match my needs and budget. On the day of the event, I was very pleased with the food presentation. Variety was great & everything was delicious! No complaints from my event guests. Most of all, the on-site catering attendants handled everything exceptionally well! Eudy, Mohamed, and Gianella were phenomenal!! They went above and beyond. I had a few last-minute needs & they stepped up (helping with my swag/sign-in table set-up, providing an extra linen, & working around our onsite craft-making exhibit). They continuously checked on me throughout the evening and were such a positive presence! So thankful for such an excellent experience!

I hired Chef Thomas to do our anniversary dinner and it was absolutely amazing!…read more I have celiac (gluten free) and a dairy allergy and he worked with me to set a menu that was safe for both. He even surprised me with a safe Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer that was amazing. And I didn't have any reactions to the overall meal which anyone with food allergies knows is a big deal! The food was amazing, the service was exceptional, and just overall it was an incredible dining experience. On top of all that he is good people! Thank you Chef! Seriously the food was crazy good!! Cant wait to hire him again

I am so honored to be the first Yelp reviewer for Chef Thomas! He catered my daughter's graduation…read moreparty this past weekend and I was so impressed with him. I read his excellent reviews on another platform (Thumbtack) and when I called him he patiently worked with me to create a Mediterranean menu that worked with my budget. I was so nervous to hire a caterer without having sampled his food, but let me tell you - Chef Thomas is a TALENTED chef. Every dish was flavorful and beautifully prepared. I received many compliments from my guests and I will not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone who asks me. I look forward to working with Chef Thomas again on future events! If you choose to hire him, just know that you can check "catering" off your list and not worry. You will be in great hands!