We were invited to attend a function here. I was not able to take any photos since the food was served in a buffet and I didn't think it would right of me taking pictures of the food while I am in line. The food was not bad. Not spectacular, but still acceptable. The prime rib roast was good. The ball room was very spacious. It was able to accommodate over 100 people. The dance floor was big enough to handle a lot of dancers. The stage where the band performed was a little bit cramped depth-wise, but was long enough for the players and their gear. The staff was ok. I didn't feel they were very attentive, but they weren't neglegent. They did run out of coffee. That was a bummer. The decor was a bit dated, but it wasn't an eyesore. For the price that was paid by the organizers of the function, I think it was well worth it. read more

My school booked a party. The planner said she would call back with contract. She NEVER called back and when we called her, she lied and said she tried to reach us but we did not answer. Impossible as we have call history on our phone. She told us we no longer had a reservation!!!! Costa Del Sol processed our reservation in minutes. Galloping Hill Caterers is not to be trusted for any event. read more

I attended a milestone event here last weekend. Not my first time, as I have attended plenty of events since the 90s. But it IS the first time that I departed dissatisfied. Let me be clear, the food is still top notch. No complaints there! Over twenty years I've gone here for various occasions and the catered food is always pleasing to the palate. Having said that, this was the first time the service was below subpar. There was a lot of money, time, and effort spent planning and executing for the event I attended last weekend. The maitre'd was polite, but his team was incompetent on every level. I do not think it is too much to expect that they'd at least be able to communicate clearly via speaking English. They rushed our party at the end, tried to take the food for themselves (including the cake). It was ultimately unprofessional and not a good look at all. The bartender (which open bar was paid for BEFOREHAND), she had a horrible attitude from the beginning and was not ready to begin promptly as scheduled. Guests were waiting and a line quickly formed. Plenty of times she was nowhere to be found and more than once the maitre'd himself had to rush behind the bar and make drinks to serve the guests. Which of course, meant he was not elsewhere to do his job. It all translated as if no one actually wanted to do their job. Do better, Galloping Hill. It's the least you could do! read more

This place is good for a brunch or luncheon and nothing else. Came here for a non profit brunch and the spread was really nice. Food was decent. The host made it so much better. However i don't think I would have a wedding or Anniversary here. The place is do dusty like it really needs to be cleaned. The bathrooms are dated. They have a whole couch in the ladies room, super classless. I wanted to do a tour and no manager on site. They did not offer valet and there is no coat check. Not a fan! read more

his place although looks amazing is far from spectacular. When you respond they ask for any special requests. My wife has a food allergy and we explicitly said her allergy and they did NOT accommodate her. She could not eat. The waiters response was well she can have chicken fingers and fries with the kids or raviolis . So for the money it's about the money and not the guests. So Many other wedding venues that go above and beyond. DO NOT Waste your money and your guests integrity. read more

I am now reading all the mostly negative reviews. My family was getting ready to celebrate my sister 70th birthday on 5/24 and everything was confirm only to find out 2 wks before when they went to make the final payment that the date is now not available due to an overbook. Talking about inconvenience. We have family who already book flights and made arrangements to be there. I feel this is totally un professional and unacceptable. We had over 100 guests. PISSED.... read more

Attended a Sweet 16 party on Saturday March 30 and there were so many things that were disappointing. My first question is How does a caterer run out of food? We were the last table out of 8 tables called up and nothing was left. We were told more food would be brought out and nothing came out. Another problem was Why is the staff taking food and eating it while taking care of partygoers?? They brought a tray of cake out to serve my table and a worker walked over and took two plates off for her and another worker to eat. We had to wait for more cake to be brought out for us. The Maitre D was not on top of his staff and was to busy upfront singing to all the music. Never recommending this venue for future events with family and friends. read more

I have been invited to many events at Galloping Hill Caterers and just recently (October 6th) I attended a baby shower. The food was terrible! The vegetables were tasteless, chicken was dry and beef was horrible. This place is so beautiful but your food has been declining for years. DO BETTER! read more

I've gone to two family events here and we've all enjoyed our experiences each time. Everyone always loves the food which is well seasoned & offers options for all. The room we use is pretty basic so I wouldn't have like a wedding here but for a birthday/retirement/etc. it's perfect. However I've seen some pics of nicer rooms so my opinion is based strictly on the room we went to. The parking lot also gets full quick if there's more than one party going on so you may have to park in the street. read more

My daughter had her Sweet 16party there in July 2021. Louis and everyone that was a part of my daughter's party was absolutely Amazing!!!! Could not have asked for anything Better!! My expectations were met and went beyond what I hoped for my daughter's Sweet 16party. Thank you, Tammie Almeida read more

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Although the food was very good everything else was 1 star. The servers are rude, putting the coffee on the table an hour before dessert and removing it 15 minutes later, when I asked for coffee it never came..The day before my party I asked for 12 chairs per table which they did not do and then made a big scene when there were not enough seats. The manager is the sleaziest man I have ever dealt with. My room was rented from 12-4 then they wanted us to be cleaned up and out by 345 because they had another party at 5 my DJ and decorator both said they would never recommend this place again after the treatment everyone received read more

Have been here before for parties. We were the only event in whole facility. Impressed with the quality of food on buffet. Seafood paella was filled with fish . Chicken and beef dishes excellent. Service was punctual. Please support Galloping Hill by booking parties here. read more

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Great prices, nice hall, great customer service. I would highly recommend for any type of event big or small. read more

Steven made us feel welcomed and gave us an amazing experience. You can tell making the customers happy is their main priority, The service is unmatched. Steven and his team truly cares, they were great, and always efficient, happy and polite! When we think about celebrations, Galloping Hill Caterers is always our first option and it never disappoints. read more

I had my sons first communion on May of this year; and I could not be more pleased with how everything turned out. Lou went above and beyond; and provided me with what I wanted. The food was delicious; and the service was exceptional. Ray my Maitre'D was amazing; as you know when you host a party you usually have no time to eat; and Ray made sure that my guests and us were being well taken care. He even packed me some food to take home since I barely ate. Until this day my friends and family keep raving about the first communion party. read more

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I have been here a few times for other parties and I was Definitely wow'd by the decor my co worker had for her daughters 1st Bday it was perfect for her room. The food was a decent selection. My daughter loved the Penne Vodka the best. The staff was attentive and kept checking on the tables throughout the event. The table space was a bit tight between tables but I guess it's expected with the size of the room and the amount of tables . All in all it's a very nice venue . read more

Galloping Hill Caterers - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Union, New Jersey

My niece had her sweet sixteen on 2/24/24. The place was beautiful, but the other people in the other rooms had loud music. Toward the end of my niece's celebration, the manager said the other rooms complained that our music was too loud. This place threatened to call the cops. We felt discriminated against because we were African Americans. The other three parties were Hispanics. The entire staff was Hispanic. We did not complain about their loud music; not once. We accepted the blended sound and continued to party. It was fun, but classy. Shame on this hall for ruining my niece's Sweet Sixteen. She literally cried and felt discriminated against. I hope I never receive another invite from this place. My Aunt spent a lot of money. Shame on you. read more

This restaurant gave us the top tier of my daughter's cake the day of her event. We came home and froze the cake and decided to take it out today and have some. We notice that only one of the three brooches were returned to us. Along with this the #16 topper was never returned either. Adding to their horrible service, they have taken something else from me. There's no excuse that those brooches should have been misplaced or thrown away. Professionals would have placed it with our belongings!! read more

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Stephen and his team made my daughter's 18th birthday catered from here on December 30, 2021, when the pandemic is on the rise. They did not disappoint, the food was so fresh and delicious. All our guests were more than impressed with the ambiance of the place, and, happy with the food they served, plus, the politeness of the service. They are extremely professional from booking online to the telephone and meeting up in person, Peter- a highly competent professional who will really help you. During the event, Stephen's team was very accommodating especially Stephen try to help us make the program more beautiful by suggesting when and when not to dim the lights. They were very helpful. My only comment is the kind of pitchers they are using in serving grand and elegant tables. The plastic pitchers are so out of place and look so cheap. I guess next time you can use designer glass pitchers of various shapes like a vase or wine bottle pitchers in order to complement the elegance of the place. The shout-out that has to be placed on the tv regarding Dazzle@18 where nowhere to be found as confirmed in the contract we signed. Having said that, a five star is still appropriate for their overall service and the food they served. Kudos! I definitely recommend them for any occasion you need catering for. My two other daughters would definitely be using the same place. - Atty. Melody and Atty. Rommel - read more

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I had my engagement party here and after booking I decided to read the reviews. I was so skeptical after reading all the horrible reviews. I decided to give them the benefit of the doubt and I am so glad I did. From the beginning of my booking process till the last second of my party all the staff and management was so helpful and accommodating. I added a table last minute and they were able to do it for me 10 minutes before the party. The food was amazing. I cannot believe people actually had an experience that was any less than excellent. read more

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The place is rundown and dirty. Party started at 12, 12:15 they are still putting napkins and drinks on tables. Served carafes of coffee at 230, removed the carafes at 245 and served dessert at 315. Party was til 4 but told the decorators to please start packing their stuff at 345 because they had another party at 5. Began cleaning tables (drinks that people were still drinking and cake that was still being eaten) at 330. Waitstaff and management are rude read more

Food was mid mediocre and the water was tap. It is a welcoming venue and good for large gatherings if you bring your own food. I feel as though the kitchen never heard of seasoning and I've never had a meal that made me feel so disappointed. read more

We had our daughter's sweet16 there, we booked years in advance and when the time came to ultimate details the lady who help us book on the first place was rude saying that she was busy and rushed us on all the questions we had, we were at her office and didn't even asked us to sit so we were standing all time, she said that we don't have any options on the centerpieces (when we booked she showed us 6 different options) and we felt really upset since we are paying for all of that and she didn't have 10 minutes to answer our doubts BUT we had the blessing to talk to Peter he was an angel to us, helped us with every single detail...we got the centerpiece we wanted and he was from start to finish such a great help!, so do yourself a favor and ask for Peter, he will make sure that you have a magical night. Thank you Peter you are the best!! Food and service was perfect, will book our upcoming celebrations there (with Peter) of coarse. read more

Attended a NJ Alarm Association meeting here. It was great. Good food, ok service, nice venue. After reading the many negative reviews, maybe I was lucky? Now they didn't pore the coffee - just left the insulated container on the other side of the table - but it got passed around and I didn't have to wait for the 2nd cup. All total, of the many meetings I have attended for various associations this was a good experience. Found the place with my GPS, parking was pretty easy, and a TV screen directed me to meeting room when I walked in the door. read more

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I came here for a party so I didn't plan anything with them so I can't tell you how it's like to plan an event here. First off, very little to no parking at all at this spot. We ended up parking down a street. There is NO valet service so if you're wearing heels, carry some flats with you to walk to and from your car if you don't find a spot nearby. We ended up parking way down a residential street. It's because it turns out that they have four rooms with four parties going on all at once. If you have so many parties going at once with that many guests, you really need to consider getting a bigger lot or valet service. There are lots of guests in heels or possibly older guests. You walk in, there is a tv screen with what party goes to which room. In the lobby, all four rooms are intermingling and completely dazed and confused as they find their way around. The actual room was really nice especially for the size. The bartender was quick though not heavy on the alcohol. The food was decent. I really liked the paella that was served. I heard the stuffed shells were good. The prime rib was a little on the dry side. Though the food was packed up and away real quick soon after. The service was decent. They came in and cleared the plates asap as needed. Another downfall was sadly the AC was broken that day we went and therefore, it was stifling hot inside. Also, they closed the doors because other parties from the other rooms were coming in and watching the event. So, that just made it worse especially when you're trying to dance. Not sure I'm a huge fan of this spot when there are definitely some better halls but I am not the one who paid so I'm not sure what the financial differences are between all of them. read more

If the party has a cash bar make sure you bring cash. They don't accept card. You also get charged Manhattan prices for drinks that are way too small. Not to mention if you have a kid and need juice for them, you have to pay for that. The food is subpar. The party we were in had a buffet set up. When I asked for a separate plate of pasta for my kids, I was given a disapproving look by the server and had to explain it was for my kids. I don't understand why I even had to explain that. Not a good experience at all. read more

My sister used these caterers for my bridal shower this past weekend. Everything came out so beautiful, and the man she was working with Nelson was wonderful. The food was spectacular, and the setup and center pieces are so eye catching and beautiful. The only complaint I have is we only got four containers of food to take home, when i think there was much more left than that, but other than that keep doing what you guys are doing! Beautiful and amazing service. read more

Galloping Hill Caterers - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Union, New Jersey

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An update on the Galloping Hill experience from hell. My Sweet16 was on September 1st, besides all the unprofessional and consideration.. They asked me to come back today (Saturday 9/9/23) to resolve the issue and yet here I am writing another review.!!! when I finally get to speak to the owner, he's trying to talk over me, and trying to tell me how to talk and that I shouldn't have an attitude!! Meanwhile he's answering the phone, having ppl walk in while I'm trying to tell him my issues and concerns.! He is completely unprofessional! The nerve of him to tell me how the $6,750 was not a lot of money that he has other parties that spend more.! The arrogance of this man! i requested everyone from the manager to the receptionist who booked and helped me with this party so there's no grey area and to find out the manager is on vacation all of a sudden after I was told he'll be here.!! How convenient right! They broke and threw away my belongings and wouldn't even compensate!! They want me to call and come back for the 6th time to resolve this issue! I don't understand why it couldn't of been resolved right there and then! He's to busy counting his money in front of me and saying how he has all of these business and how my party should have been more.!!! I will never ever do business there again.!! I honestly don't even wanna go for an event I'm so mad!! read more

First I want to say I am a professional event planner that has hosted events in the most prominent and professional, top tier/5 star service venues stationed out of New York City and abroad. This is going to be long and you'll see why... This event was actually for my cousins daughters sweet 16 (so keep in mind I only went through with this event because it was my family). Let's start from day 1 my cousin booked this venue for the event and I went to do a site visit about a month after. There's no one to greet you upon entry you just walk in and start looking for the offices which is on the 2nd floor, I was greeted by a gentlemen by the name of Peter, I explained to him that I was there to do a site visit because I'm decorating for my clients sweet 16 and wanted to know if they needed insurance documents from me and what is the time frame for vendors. He was very abrupt and not welcoming as if I was annoying him, said there's a strict hour and a half policy for all vendors to enter the room to decorate and that's the best they can do, he's not the owner. I than told him well my client wants an elaborate decor that will take me and my vendors hours to do. He continues to say that that's the policies and if I want to call my client to see if he still wants to keep his booking than that's up to me, I was shocked. Than he asks me my clients name and says ok you can go look at the room, bye. (No one else was there at the moment so I was surprised he didn't escort me to the room and let me know any details or options as a banquet manager) so after leaving I called my cousin and said there's no way I can give his daughter what she wants in 90 minutes to try to talk to someone about getting at least 3 hours I can scale down the decor and make something work in 3 hours. Fast forward to the day my cousin and his wife go in to make the final payment and linen choices with Peter they had me on 3 way I asked them to beg for extra time. Peter said we can come in at 4pm cause there's no event before ours and our event starts at 7pm. What I'm about to say honestly still has me in shock. I arrived at the venue the day of the event yesterday at 2pm to ask where is the loading dock (I arrived early because I come from NY and I didn't want to get caught in traffic) so he asks what time is the event I said 7pm but they said I can get in the room at 4, boy o boy this man damn near called me a liar and I played dumb the whole time cause now he tried to act like it wasn't him who said it and that we dealt with someone else, I called my cousins wife on 3 way and he was so rude to her over the phone. He than calls the GM and starts putting on a show like im disgruntled and tried to pull a fast one and I don't know who I talked to. I couldn't believe my eyes and ears to the drama this man could of caused. I kept it professional and just said just let me unload I can start working from outside and whenever you let me in is fine because at that point I was over it. The GM didn't want the drama either he said the best he can do is let me in 2 hours before and so they did. My advice to this venue is, I've been in this business over 20 years and I get it, it's a generational operation. But you must grow in leadership and in the modern world. There use to be venues like this in nyc that force you into using all their vendors so they can pocket all the money. So if you come with outside vendors they give them 90 minutes to discourage outside vendors from coming in. That's an old trick in the play book, it's time to modernize that's where the real money is, offer your clients to book the room for the entire day clients will pay thousands for extra hours, I see this place has been opened since the 70's I'm sure you have your old school vendors locked in but trust me keep an open portfolio to these new vendors recreating spaces you'll quadruple in revenue, get a receptionist at the front door so that it can be a welcoming space , valet parking. The disrespect I received from your employee Peter was beyond me, GET RID OF PETER HE IS NOT REPRESENTING YOUR BRAND AT ALL! read more

First I must say after reading all the reviews on Yelp and it was giving them only 3 stars . I was very skeptical about having an event there. I just want to praise them for a job well done !!!! I had my Nice baby shower there this Saturday, November 21, 2020 . During Cove it is a difficult time where you have to social distance and still be able to have fun. Well my maître d' name was Ray and the banquet manager name was Lou. Who was very knowledgeable and very pleasant and very professional. They made our party turn out so fabulous. She was very pleased with the service and the food was very good ( for a banquet) All the guests were very pleased and my niece was very excited and she asked if she could have her next event there. So that's off and kudos to lose and Ray and the galloping Hill Carole establishment read more

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Never again! I was very, very disappointed with my order I had for my Christmas dinner. Where should I start? I ordered Baked Macaroni and Cheese and Oh my God was it awful! It tasted like as if they put a few boxes of Velvetta macaroni and cheese put extra milk in it and just threw shredded cheese just on top! IT WASN'T EVEN BAKED! Just soupy cheese in the middle and shredded cheese on top! It tasted and looked like a big tray of cheese soup with no flavor and not made the correct way! Oh my God! They should never say that they make Baked Mac and cheese there! It was truly disgusting. No love at all. Next,,, I also ordered garlic potatoes along with garlic chicken, Swedish meatballs and chicken Marsala and they gave me bread rolls. The Garlic potatoes were NOT cooked all the way!They tasted raw! The chicken in both dishes was not cooked all the way and it tasted raw but with a lot of sauce on it. The chicken Marsala had a very funny taste with the Marsala sauce. It did not taste fresh. The garlic chicken was ok but didn't have no flavor. It was very bland. The Swedish meatballs were awful. I had to add basic seasons in it just do it can be edible honestly. The best thing that I received from them were their dinner rolls that came with the meal That was the worst $300 investment I ever made But the people in the office are nice Sorry I made this bad report but it is what it is. I spent good money on such a lousy meal and I was embarrassed that my guest did not like the dishes as well that I paid for. The catering dishes really was not a good choice for me to do and, I will never order from this establishment again. Yuck! I was surprised of the results because I had gone to an event there and the food was good there. I guess the good cooks wasn't there for my orders that day huh? read more

I was just at a wedding there this month. The place was beautiful. Some of the servers was rude to the guest. one of the braidsmaide was in front of me getting food it was pepper steak & the sever was just giving her onions & pepper & gravy so the lady said can I have steak please & the server sucked her teeth. Then it was brought to my attention the macaroni salad tasted spoiled or sour I brought to the the older gentleman attention who was over seeing the servers & he said to me" that's impossible the cook makes it fresh everyday maybe it's the vinger we put in it. I said well whatever it is please don't serve it to our guest anymore. I didn't get an apology & I thought the customer was always right. then towards the end of the reception my cousin asked a hour before the service was over if they can pack up the rest of the food that was there. that we saw & knew was there. They took it in the kitchen when she went back to confirm if it was wrapped up because we was leaving the older gentleman was rude again & said there's no food y'all ate it all. if that was the case he would have stated that when she first asked a hour prior to the reception being over. why say ok then when its time to go there no food. so was they not welling to pack it up for us or they just threw it away either way the were rude & lacked customer service skills. read more

Great for special occasions . Affordable and good food. But why the low rating? I lost a bag of gifts . Management called me after a month that they found my checks. I went there to pick up the gifts and very disappointed that the person I spoke to could not even explain why they would call me that they found my gifts after a month . When I opened the bag, all the envelopes were opened and gift cards gone. I believe that they owe me a good explanation regarding theft on this matter. read more

This is a favorite location for the surrounding community to celebrate major events. I've been to many celebrations over the years through the present. This place has always been top notch. The rooms are beautiful, the staff are wonderful and the food is delicious. read more

Came here in April to book a bridal shower for my sister. My visit was midday and there seemed to be only one person who could assist me ( Louie) He was in with another couple so after waiting ( even though i had a set appointment) we met and discussed the event. I was pleased with the prices, food selection, and things involved in the package. When I asked to see the room I was told to go and look at it as he could not leave the office... ( As a planner I get that you are busy, as a client how dare you send me to view a room alone, in a venue i have never been to). After viewing the room I went back upstairs to ask a few questions. He answered everything and I booked. I booked this place out of necessity not because of the service.... Flash to August day of event. My vendor came at apprx 1030am to set up and was greeted by Michelle whom she described as extremely rude, ignored her request to get in the building, and was not aware of any of the event details. Upon my 11am arrival Michelle explained that she does not know event details and has to look everything up and could not find it...After smoothing things over with her the event went well and the food was good. We were on the regency room and it was nice overall. I have no intention however in booking this place again... read more

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If you see a man named frank there whos bald avoid him at all costs. I was at a wedding last night and his act was absolutely disgusting. He followed me around because I didn't have an ID meanwhile they were told no ID simply because there was a wedding going on. I am 22 and never seen a man be more stubborn than him. He pulled the waiters aside and pointed directly at me to not serve me meanwhile everyone at my table had no id but they were served. This man needs to be fired and put in his place ASAP!!!! read more

DO NOT THROW YOUR EVENT HERE! every employee including vendors and managers are absolutely inconsiderate. they are in never in the office. it's it's always packed. they're super rude. everytime me (the bride) and my mom would go to talk to someone they were always trying not to be fast and get us out of the office. save yourself the frustration, and spend a little more money at a more decent place. read more

This place has always served us well for various events. I've been in various rooms and each time things went very well, the staff was very nice and the food was very good. read more

Parking is tough and they don't offer valet. There are as many as 4 affairs going on at once. Food is average at best. There are certainly alternative facilities doing as good or better of a job. read more

It's really sad that a venue would take advantage of you during COVID. I actually love this venue, however, they're refusing to return my deposit after our Birthday party had to be canceled due to COVID restrictions in 2020. They're only offering another date or catering at a venue of your choice. I don't mind them wanting to keep our initial $300 deposit (although they should return that too) but my additional monies which paid for half of my party you do not get to keep!!! To date, my pleas have been ignored and I'll have to take them to court. I'm saying this to say, be sure that you want to have an event here before booking or be ready to fight for the refund of your monies. read more