Chef Portia was so nice and let me start off by saying the Alfredo is EXCELLENT and the chicken so…read morewas so fresh and delicious. YOU MUST patron here if you want quality food for a great price.

Chef was accommodating! She assisted in setup following a…read moretimely delivery! Food was plentiful and delicious! Would not hesitate to use her again!

I can't believe they have been around for 4 years and this is my first time there…read more When we walked in I was concerned that no one was in the restaurant. In their defense it was 4:00 and the evening rush hadn't began. We were greeted by a lovely young lady (Nicki) We decided on 3 sandwiches so we could try a little of everything (or so we thought) 1. Brisket sandwich Amazing! Perfectly cooked, 6 options for BBQ sauces. Just a great sandwich. 2. Pastrami sandwich Spectacular! My personal favorite. If you're looking for a NY style Pastrami, then go to NY. This sandwich was a thick cut Chicago sandwich. Also, not a traditional mustard but a mustard dressing...fine by me because the Pastrami is all that matters. So juicy so flavorful, a fat man's (me) dream 3. Italian beef. I was almost full and picked at the beef...really good too...but I have to say their giardiniera is amazing. My only gripe with the beef was it didn't come out hot, it came out warm...I prefer hot WAIT THERE'S MORE!!! Halfway through our meal Nicki came by to check on us and DROPPED A COUPLE OF PIECES OF SKIRT STEAK on the table for us to try...no seasoning at all not even salt...its was sooooo good that I'm going to get the steak sandwich next time. Great food, great atmosphere, and great people It's a must have

Top Butcher is the best restaurant. Not only in Elmwood Park nor Chicago, probably in the whole…read moreworld. Everything I've ever had from here in the past three years has been incredible and I think about it a lot. It's one of the last places where you get that community feeling even when you step through the door; wether you're greeted when you walk in or having someone check on you while you eat, the ambiance is unmatched.This is a restaurant that I recommend to people I like because you don't just go to Top Butcher once it becomes part of your routine. The Scorza family is always inside talking to everyone and working like maniacs. Top Butcher is on my death row meal... I love this place!

I used Food Obsession for the first time last week as the caterer for a work event we were having…read moreat the Cheney Mansion. After inquiring with several preferred caterers in the area, Food Obsession was by far the best to work with, the most reasonably priced and offered a big selection of tasty foods. In addition to food they also offer bar packages/services, linens, glassware and flatware and they set everything up beautifully! Daniel Vogel, Food Obsession Owner, and his staff were an absolute pleasure to work with and are very accommodating. We will absolutely use them again for future events!

We LOVE Food Obsession!! The first time I met Dan was to discuss catering a dinner @ The RIver…read moreForest Tennis Club. The food was AWESOME - especially the fried brussel sprouts that were served in mini Chinese Take-Out cartons. He was so "laid back" and handled everything so professionally-even teaching the teens how to operate the dish room. I was then introduced to Thursday Night Dinners-as a working Mom I can't tell you how enjoyable it is to have restaurant quality dinners @ home. We are a busy family that rarely has time for dinner. Food Obsession has replaced The Perfect Dinner location as a welcomed addition to the neighborhood.

Cheated on our go-to local Italian restaurant to give Cucina a try and we were amazed!! Everything…read morewas delicious, I even forgot to take photos of the appetizer and dessert they were that good, lol! I had the Rigatoni with goat cheese and it was warm, sausage was so yummy and even getting the small plate size I was left full. My husband had the pear pizza and when we couldn't finish, the staff even suggested to us his recommended way of how to eat it once we take it home. Really helpful and sweet. Crab cakes were so insanely good as well. They charred them a bit truthfully, but I honestly preferred them that way. We also had the pistachio tiramisu affogato and oh my gosh was it SO yummy. The espresso, the pistachio gelato (ice cream?) whatever it was, it was gone in seconds. I also really appreciated the size of the restaurant. The noise wasn't absurdly loud, the music was at the perfect level, and the lighting offered just enough at you needed. It left staff attentive without smothering. My only criticism was that the glass of wine we received had pieces of cork in it. They swapped out the main glass at our request but left carafe which also had it in there. Not the end of the world, we just didn't drink it. Also, the price was so reasonable! We had a glass of wine, mocktail, crab cakes, pasta, pizza, tiramisu and a cup of decaf for under $100. I was extremely impressed and already looking forward to our return!

Not sure why this lovely little spot in Oak Park doesn't have 5 stars. I had a delightful meal with…read moremy family. Restaurant is super cozy with fun vibes in the air. We had a couple of the pastas between us, with the shells country style being the standout star. My son had the Hockeytown pizza and that was delish too. Our dinner took a little longer than usual, but we didn't complain at all and they still brought us complementary desert and another one on the house. Totally unexpected but that's how you bring people back. Superb customer service and great food. Well done!

I ordered 5 dozen each of three items from their drop-off catering menu and I had a great…read moreexperience from start to finish! The chocolate chip scones, cucumber dill tea sandwiches , and chicken salad tea sandwiches I ordered were a huge hit at my afternoon tea event. The staff were great too, I worked with Jennifer Lucia and the whole process was easy. Their delivery person was also great. I would definitely order from them again.

This is in regard to my sister's wedding at The Grove. The food was excellent, hot was hot and…read morecold, cold. The appearance of the buffet was beautiful and the staff was attentive all through the evening. I cannot say enough about the Captain for the evening, Aukse. She went above and beyond the whole evening. While we were bustling the bride, she brought a plate of food up to the bride so she could taste the appetizers and made sure she ate. She checked on everything all evening. I highly recommend this catering company

This company never return calls or responds to your emails. Especially if your in a time cruch…read more terrible

I've never used Bella for catering, however I have eaten plenty of their curbside carryout meals…read moreduring the pandemic. Their food is reasonable and delicious AND the family is super friendly. I ALMOST don't want the pandemic to end so I can continue to enjoy the curbside carryout meals. Nice job adapting your business during difficult times.

Had a visit today for the mayors annual breakfast…read more This venue always does a great job. Great food Great service Great setting Keep up the great work all. You're the best Bob

Hosted my daughters quince here and everything went as planned. The staff was amazing, especially…read moreMichelle from the front office. She helped coordinate the event and made updates as we were constantly making changes to the floor plan. She was easy to work with, and made sure that everything was documented. The servers were very helpful during the event including the floor manager. The bartenders were fun and interacted with my guests. Friends and family raved about the food and the drinks, I would definitely work with them again for future events. Thanks for making our night so special!

What a lovely neighborhood gem! Mexican inspired traditional American breakfast options along with…read morevegan and plant-based options that are outstanding. Recommend the shrimp, ceviche, recommend the mushroom blend tacos, recommend the huevos rancheros. They are also very dog friendly with plenty of outdoor seating, but they will also let you have a dog inside if it's in the takeout area only (in case it's raining and you have your dog with you) Lovely people, we go out of our way to try to stop there at least twice a month even though we travel quite a bit we always come back to this lovely Latin inspired casual and comfortable neighborhood restaurant

I had my 50th birthday party here! Great place, great service space. The owner Salena is so…read moreaccommodating and friendly!

The variety of menu offerings is great, and each of the ethnic menus are fantastic. Greek, Asian,…read moreAmerican are delicious! I get lots of compliments every time I cater from Greg and his team.

Catering Made Simple Full Transparent Review - BRIDE BEWARE: How This Vendor Nearly Ruined My…read moreWedding (With Proof) LONGER AND FULL REVIEW IS ON THEIR FACEBOOK PAGE FROM ME and also in video format @blurrybutblooming on TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BLwhwhgft/?mibextid=wwXIfr If I could give zero stars, I would. Catering Made Simple was, without question, the most stressful, unprofessional, and disappointing vendor of my entire wedding. What makes it worse is that the owner chose coercion over accountability -- attempting to pressure me into deleting my review before even agreeing to speak with me. That alone should tell you how they handle their mistakes. I posted multiple public notices tagging them and gave them a deadline -- Friday, September 26 at 12:00 PM -- to reach out and make things right. Despite several attempts, they ignored every one. Planning Failures: Our contract clearly stated a plated dinner, and I provided a detailed color-coded diagram with guest names, allergies, and meal choices weeks in advance. Despite this, staff insisted it was a buffet while we were lined up for our ceremony. I had to walk into the reception in my gown minutes before walking down the aisle to correct them. Because of their confusion and refusal to listen, our ceremony was delayed -- critical time lost as we were already working around rain. Execution Failures: We paid for full cake service, but utensils were missing, and flimsy tools from a décor box labeled "Do not use" were handed to us. Our cake, made by a close friend, was ruined when staff shoved a fragile custom topper -- still in its frame -- into the cake, splitting the top tier. One staff member even called it "cheap." They also failed to provide the highboy table we paid for and placed our cake awkwardly in the back of the dessert table. Guest Service Failures: Staff hovered over tables and repeatedly asked guests if they were finished. My own half-eaten meal was cleared while I was in the restroom, leaving me hungry at my own wedding. When I asked for water, I was escorted to the bar instead of being served. Professionalism & Accountability: My coordinator was harassed to the point of tears, and staff even threatened to pull me aside during the reception to complain about her. The owner, Greg, was present all night, saw me address problems directly, and never once spoke to me or apologized. Instead, he posted defensive public comments and tried to coerce me into removing my review. The only positive: the food was warm, tasty, and as expected from the tasting -- but that's where the good ends. The impact on our wedding was significant: * Our ceremony was delayed. * My coordinator was harassed. * Our cake -- lovingly made by a friend -- was ruined. * Guests felt uncomfortable. * I was left hungry. * The owner refused to take responsibility. To top it all off, I have since been blocked from a major Chicago wedding vendor group -- likely due to a complaint from Catering Made Simple -- instead of them engaging in constructive dialogue. Catering Made Simple failed in planning, execution, professionalism, and accountability. They caused unnecessary stress and ruined key moments of a once-in-a-lifetime day -- and then tried to silence me. Brides and grooms: do not risk your wedding on this company.

awesome beef,great prices.the worst stairs,for an entrance and exit with very steep stairs…read more joe v venetico.

This review is based on a catered order that was delivered to my home for a block party…read more We had an order to serve 35 It was delivered on time. It consisted of chicken, Italian beef, Italian sausage and mostacioli. Along with that we had salad and all the eating utensils The food was perfect. Not a complaint among the bunch. And if you knew my bunch that's saying something :) Have a great and safe week everyone