For our wedding reception, we needed to hire a caterer. This was the first time we had done so, so…read morewe were unsure of the process and where to start. We contacted Blue Ribbon Catering, and they were incredibly helpful. Not to mention, they were patient and kind as we asked a multitude of questions to gain clarity. Everyone was very patient, especially Melissa, with whom we were in constant contact regarding the event. She made everything so easy to understand. Many of our guests had different food allergies, and they were able to accommodate us as best as they could. Everything was wonderful, and people raved about the food. The team was very professional; they showed up on time and had the food ready to go. Prices were also very reasonable, which we really appreciated since we were planning a wedding on a budget. It was definitely worth it. We had Vanessa as our private caterer, and she was incredibly kind to every single guest. She even helped my mom set up an entire dessert table that my mom had prepared separately. Vanessa didn't have to do that, but she was willing to help. Overall, our experience with Blue Ribbon Catering felt very comforting and family-like. We highly recommend them, and if we have another event up north in Ohio, we will absolutely be contacting them again.

Adore Melissa and her team at Super Blue Ribbon! Fabulous menu selections at affordable prices…read more We have used services for several years at numerous onsite events at SunnySide Tower Vacation Rental on Catawba Island! Breakfast, Luncheons. Dinner menus are bountiful and delicious. Scratch made and Chef crafted. Delivery team and drop-off service is spot on. Highly recommend for family reunions, corporate retreats, weddings, cocktail parties, celebration and special group gatherings. So easy to work with Melissa. She is our go-to and preferred partner! SHINE ON...

In late May, A Taste of Excellence catered our wedding rehearsal dinner at the home of my husband's…read moreparents. In the time leading up to the wedding, we had a relatively short lead time on planning the rehearsal, as our previous venue actually put us out of budget. ToE actually came recommended by our planner, and with just three months of planning, we were able to put together a rehearsal dinner that came in at around a third of the cost of the original rehearsal dinner. We opted for the pig roast option (not the one that's served on the back of a fire truck, as one cannot get a fire truck up three stories), which also offered chicken and a choice of three sides. The menu selection process was rather easy, and our contact Stephanie made it very easy to make changes and customize our event to the best of her ability. Due to time and geographical constraints (we were planing a wedding in Cleveland while living in New York), we were unable to schedule a tasting, but trusted that the food would be delicious. We also opted for bar service where we would provide the liquor and they would provide the mixers and garnishes. This turned out to be a good cost-cutting measure, since it allowed us to use smaller amounts of high-quality liquor for a 50-person event. The day of the event, the staff arrived slightly late, but was highly efficient in moving equipment onto the site and quickly throwing up chairs, tables, catering stations and the bar. However, some freakish Cleveland weather (we were ready for rain, but not for hurricane-speed winds that were strong enough to overturn chairs) forced us inside, our catering staff was very quick about moving everything inside to our improvised indoor backup location, with little to no disruption to the event. By the time we had finished the rehearsal and begun welcoming guests, no one would have guessed that the dinner had to be relocated. As for the food and drink itself, it was delicious. A North Carolina-based guest commented that the roasted pig was on the level of Southern cooking, and another guest said that it was the best barbecued chicken she's ever had. The bartender kept a steady supply of drinks going, and we only had to re-up once, when the bourbon turned out to be more popular than anticipated. By the end of the night, we had just enough food left over to feed the late arrivals at our after-party, and the beer was all gone, as if meted out perfectly. It's a weird feeling having "just enough" so that our fridge wasn't overflowing with leftovers, we're not complaining. Just as quickly as they set up, the staff quietly and quickly broke down equipment as the party was winding down, to the point where I had to actually pay attention as they were leaving so I could thank and tip the shift captain. Though we can't speak to the quality of larger events or weddings, we can say with confidence that ToE does a great job with a rehearsal dinner, and will work with you if you're clear about your budget.

best catered meal I have ever experienced! Well worth the cost!!…read moreI highly recommend this service

Super quick pickup. Streamlined call to order, confirmation, included all the utensils. So easy to…read moreget my event catered. Prices aren't bad either!

We had Caterology cater my nieces baby shower. The food was excellent! We ordered sliders and…read moresalad. The food was delivered on time. The sliders were a good size -the Buffalo chicken sliders were the favorite. We ordered 3 of the salads. All were good.

This place is amazing! We were here from Indy for a wedding and stopped in for lunch. If we lived…read morehere I'd have lunch here at least a couple of times a week!

Old world schools the new world. Staff was so friendly and accommodating. We got the old world sub…read moreand pastrami/corned beef and swiss. Also onion rings. The sandwich comes with chips and pickle. Everything tasted fresh and home made. You can tell these people care about what they do. Spent about $35 plus tip. Worth the money. Eclectic music on: hip hop, dance, and pop. Dining room was clean and bright, casual and fun atmosphere. Will be back very soon.

Great bbq food and very easy communication. Great menu with many different and wonderful tasting…read moreoptions.

What a great experience!!! Highly recommended and we will use Stewart's Smoking Backyard BBQ again…read morefor our party next Fall. Devan was great to work with on the planning side and he executed on his commitments to provide an amazing meal for everyone at my Fall Festival of Colors event. Prompt communications, timely arrival and departure, and exceeded my expectations on every front. He even came prepared with extra "stuff" in case I didn't have what I committed to provide. The pulled pork was so delicious it didn't need any sauce and the smoked half chickens were moist and tasty. The chicken was so good that even the day after when warmed in the oven they were still juicy moist and had amazing flavor. Support family run businesses like Stewart's!!! You won't regret the service, experience, and flavor of the best BBQ I've eaten in years! THANK YOU for providing a memorable meal for my guests. Everyone raved about how delicious everything tasted. APPLAUSE!

We hosted a pig roast for 75 people on Saturday and we had the pleasure to have Ryan as our grill…read morechef. The half pig was cooked absolutely perfectly and Ryan was more than happy and patient to share his expertise, give samples right off the grill and suggest sauces. This is our third pig roast over twelve years and every roast surpasses our expectations. We received MANY compliments on how fantastic the pork was and will use them once again. HIGHLY SUGGEST BOOKING THEM !!!

Used again in 2021. Got a whole pig cooked on my property again. With 50 pieces of chicken. Still…read moreincredible Food. Still amazing service. Multiple Flavors of BBQ Sauce. Again was the Best BBQ sauces ever tasted all Gridiron's own recipes. I was asked for their Contact Information by many Guests. I will always recommend them.

WHAT A PERFECT EXPERIENCE! I had a family party (my grandparents 60th anniversary) that we threw…read moretogether pretty last minute. My aunt wanted me to make a charcuterie board but I knew I had a busy month with work and I knew this party had high expectations so I was hoping to leave to a professional and Lisa was the perfect pick! I showed my aunt her gallery and we both loved her work. This isn't like most commercials, the product you get matches the pictures!!! We got sooooo many compliments on how beautiful the display is! There was not one thing on the tray that wasn't perfectly ripe, and absolutely delicious! Lisa and I had messaged for days narrowing down exactly what we wanted. She was so helpful in picking the correct size for the right number of people. Lisa helped me stay in budget, her rates are truly affordable especially for such a customized and personal experience and her work is art!!! She sent me example photos, measurements, answered any questions I could possibly have and I could not be more grateful for her time, effort and patience!! Picking up the trays went so smoothly, she helped me load them into my car! And the trays are GREAT quality. My aunt took them to reuse them because they are super stylish!!!

HORRIBLE! DO NOT USE THIS WOMAN. She posted an event on…read moreEvent Brite for Mother's Day. It never took place and she is denying to refund $245.64. We were waiting outside the door along with others who had signed up. No notice was given as to cancellation or change of venue. STAY AWAY!

Susan and her team catered our networking event for local translators and interpreters last April…read more(2017). In addition to suggesting several possible venues (and we loved the venue we used - Putter's on Rt. 18), she met with us ahead of time to discuss the food. We decided to do food stations of various cultures - Mediterranean, French and Asian along with a dessert table. The presentation was gorgeous, and everyone raved about the food. Susan and her staff set it up and left one team member to oversee things and restock as needed, who was very friendly and helpful during the event. We are doing the same event again next month, and Splendid Fare was the obvious choice.

I was somewhat stunned to see a negative review of Splendid Fare. We have worked with Susan and…read moreher team multiple times at our own events, and have experienced her services at probably 50 events over the past 20 years- ranging from private dinner parties in Akron's finest homes, to weddings and anniversaries, to fundraisers. Every menu is thoughtfully planned, beautifully prepared and professionally served. I have watched Susan's staff stick around long after the party to attend to details - whether it's soaking a client's fine napkin to eliminate a wine spot, or making sure a kitchen is spic and span. Her staff is always well trained and friendly, and they will all go to almost any length to assure the success of an event. Her reputation as one of Akron's finest caterers is well deserved, and trust me, you'll be in good hands.

Fantastic delicious wraps and super nice crew! The chipotle sauce was incredible on the veggie wrap.read more

This is the best food truck I've tried so far. They catered a company event at edgewater beach and…read moreit was fantastic. You really can't go wrong with any of the menu choices; meatloaf wrap, veggie wrap, adobo wrap...the best is the buffalo chicken wrap with the really flavorful Mac and cheese. It has a lot of flavor but isn't too salty or spicy. The employees are quick and friendly. If this truck had a permanent brick n mortar location, it would definitely be packed!