We had a wonderful experience with Taylor Made Cuisine for a very special company event aboard a…read moresailboat. From the planning process through the day of the event, their customer service was exceptional. They worked with us to create individual grazing boxes specifically for our celebration, filled with a thoughtfully curated selection of delicious, upscale small bites that were easy to enjoy while out on the water. Everything was fresh and flavorful, and the raspberry brownie was absolutely amazing - a definite standout! We truly appreciated their personalized service and exceptional food. We would absolutely recommend Taylor Made Cuisine for any occasion and look forward to working with them again!

I had my Daughter's Baby reveal Catered by Taylor Made Cuisine…read more They were so helpful easy to work with and everything was absolutely Beautiful and the taste of every single bite was delicious. It was so very elegant, and really surprised my daughter so much with how beautiful everything was. I had help for the whole day, refilling plates and clearing everything and packing leftovers for us so very helpful and I would recommend to anybody and I can't wait to use them again for my next event.

Bites and Bashes was one of the easiest decisions I made during wedding planning, especially as…read moresomeone who DIYed our entire wedding! From the menu options to working directly with Mariah, who patiently answered my hundred questions and was so accommodating with all the little tweaks I made to our order, to the delivery and presentation, everything turned out so wonderfully. And, most importantly, our guests LOVED the food! We went with the Mexican menu, along with some appetizers and the Gochujang tofu. My only regret is that I didn't order more of the tofu! We had a few vegetarians in attendance, but EVERYONE was eating it. My husband and I served ourselves last, so by the time we made it to the buffet, there was barely any left. Honestly, though, I think that says everything about how much our guests loved the food! It just gives us an excuse to host another big party so we can have Bites and Bashes cater again. I truly can't recommend them enough. Everyone we worked with was incredibly kind, helpful, and professional, and the entire experience was wonderful from beginning to end. JUST WOW! Thank you, Bites and Bashes, for helping make our wedding day so delicious and special! 5 stars isn't enough of a high rating.

We had Bites and Bashes cater our house party and were so impressed with the quality of food, setup…read moreand customer service. Their team was efficient, personable and even spoke Japanese (we had mentioned this was a Japanese college alumni party). They were incredible to work with and all of our guests had a great experience. We ordered the Spanish Dinner with Paella and had pass around appetizers as well with glass noodles, spicy tuna with cucumber, sliders and coconut shrimp. Everything was delicious with not a single miss!! Highly recommend them for any level of catering as they created gorgeous displays, had amazing food and an efficient professional setup in our kitchen. Thank you so much for everything!!

I hired this group for a beach picnic corporate event Aug 19th. Nothing short of an amazing vendor…read moreto use for this style need or any needs. I was hosting a 30+ person team beach party. The communication was great with the entire team: sales rep, the prep team, Chefl, and accounts. My needs were met mostly overall, even though we did over serve way to much food I tried to cut back on, and was told to keep it - it was a per person headcount that matters, I personally did not want to over serve and toss any food in the trash - but they did assure me they would donate it whatever was left and we did have some. They even took liberty to box it all up at the end of the night and pass out what they could. Our two servers during the event were SO nice and helpful. The company set up and tore down so all I had to do was enjoy the event and provide to my team. They served my drinks, kept the food full all for a 4 hour event. They work hand in hand with Santa Monica Picnic Co, which was the set up with chairs and tables to make this event totally amazing on SM beach. The event went so well, and everyone loved it.

Vucacious catered a breakfast for our 150-person event in LA, and they were excellent from start to…read morefinish. The food was great, and guests kept coming back for more. Communication was just as strong. Sean and Mary Rose were responsive throughout planning and kept us updated on every detail. On the day, the team was on time and had everything set up before guests arrived. Miguel and the staff were friendly, professional, and easy to work with. They handled the full load-in and load-out, so we never had to think about it. I would recommend Vucacious without hesitation. We would work with them again.

Great food, great hustle and service!!! I had tacos, nachos,…read moreand mulitas. Our event in Irvine was well supplied with food, sauces, horchata and everything needed! Ask4Tacos was excellent. Great asada and al pastor. My wife enjoyed the food also!!! (And she's very picky) The spicy salsa was my favorite!!! What a clean, efficient operation!

Everything went above and beyond and without exaggeration, the food was sensational and plentiful!…read more So grateful for Yelp, that I was able to find this incredible business!! From my initial inquiry, Junior's response time was almost instantaneous and remained so during our prep to final transaction. You definitely get a lot of bang for your buck. All of my headcount showed and there was still enough leftovers that I was able to give meals to two families. Everyone raved at how delicious it was, as well as, how professional and kind our Chef was. Literally, it was perfection! We look forward to making this neighborhood block party an annual tradition and for sure - Junior/Ask4Tacos is permanently on speed dial!

WOW! It's hard to put into words just how amazing Silver Spoons Catering is. They were instrumental…read morein making our wedding so special last month. Scott & his team were SO friendly, SO professional, and SO willing to help us make our wedding perfect. They really went above and beyond for us throughout the entire time we worked together. Scott was quick in his responses to our hundreds of questions over the past year and always provided detailed responses via email or over a phone call if needed. They welcomed us to a private tasting a few months earlier where we met more of the team and got a chance to try lots of options from their menu! We were so happy with our selections as the food was one of the most complimented parts of our wedding... especially the late night french fries!!!!! Not only did they handle the catering but they also handled our welcome area for guests with cheese and champagne, our bar all night, cake, napkin folding, moving chairs, the list goes on and on. THANK YOU TIMES A MILLION!!! We would recommend Silver Spoons to anyone and everyone.

OMG. These guys are awesome! They are the most efficient, tasty, clean and organized set up and…read morereasonably priced for what you get. Can't wait til next year to celebrate our 25th anniversary. They came in and took care of everything. Food was superb. I can't say enough about these guys.

I'm a big fan of Rutt's and so got the lunch catering for about 24 people. We used the online…read moreordering for pick-up which was convenient and easy. Food was ready right for pick-up time and came fresh and hot and as requested for our group. It was delicious and wonderful portion sizes and was an absolute hit for my party. I really valued the seamlessness as well as the quality for cost. I would recommend for everyone!

We ordered catering for 72 people, and everyone loved the food. They were on time, professional,…read moreand they answered all of our questions in a timely manner. 10/10 experience. We are definitely ordering again.

"In a city where few things live up to their notices, Chef Leslie's Sublime Cuisine exceeds all…read moreexpectations. Having been introduced to her services by a very demanding colleague, I've come to depend on her for everything from simple home meals to catered business gatherings to festive parties. She handles all with equal skill and imagination. Having lived and worked in some of the dining capitals of the world, she brings consistently impressive versatility to her wide-ranging menus. Fancy an omakase you'd hope for in the best local Japanese restaurants? Chef Leslie serves up everything from delectable organic cha soba salad to the freshest sashimi to simple Japanese comfort food like yakitori, all consistently excellent. For paella this good I'd have to recommend a trip to Barcelona. You're not going to find Catalan tomato bread closer to home. Need to leave a roomful of clients with a favorable impression? Serve them up memorable mini caviar pies (a personal favorite) and pork sliders. Ever tried Thai bouillabaisse with mussels, prawns and calamari? You owe it to yourself. Staging a Casablanca-themed get-together? Chef Leslie's Tagine of Chicken with preserved lemons is better than anything you'll get at Rick's Cafe short of a kiss from Ingrid Bergman and a rendition of "As Time Goes By." Not only are these meals consistently scrumptious, they're also healthy, featuring the freshest, highest-quality ingredients in mindful preparations that nourish body and soul with equal passion. The same philosophy dictating that what you eat should be a delight to the tastebuds is evident in the beauty of each dish's presentation. Every dish put before you looks as good as it tastes and tastes as good as it looks. In short, Chef Leslie delivers what her company's name promises: a sublime culinary experience."

I hired Leslie to cook a suprise birthday dinner for my wife and to to teach my wife how to prepare…read morea similar meal. Leslie was fantastic in helping to plan the meal and choose all of the dishes. She purchased all the food, arrived on time and prepared a great meal. She even cleaned up everything before she left! I highly recommend her as a chef and as a teacher.

tl;dr even if charcuterie boards and boutique home goods aren't your thing, don't miss the…read morenot-so-secret farm-to-table sandwich selection Lady & Larder is no stranger to the spotlight. This tiny Santa Monica wine-and-cheese concept debuted in 2016, and their charcuterie boards earned acclaim from Oprah and The New York Times alike. During the pandemic, Lady & Larder ventured into the sandwich game, and the result was a resounding success. Nowadays, the not-so-secret "Secret Lunch" lineup of gourmet sandwiches is among the best in Los Angeles. The tiny Santa Monica shop shares the block with a Sherwin-Williams and a boxing gym. Cross your fingers for metered street parking on the trafficky block of Pico. Outside, red metal patio furniture is shaded by the overhanging storefront. Natural light runs through multicolored windows to the shop within. The mosaic tiled floor is effortlessly chic. The soaring whitewashed walls are minimally decorated, while shelves and refrigerators are carefully curated with wines, cheeses, tinned fish, and candles. The tablet register is set up on a worn kitchen countertop. Soft, instrumental music immediately feels welcoming. I've visited multiple times for early weekend lunch, and our Toast pre-order was ready upon arrival. We grabbed a table outside, and numerous takeout customers popped in and out during our meal. My favorite was the Disco Only. This elevated turkey club featured an impressive depth of flavor, from the sharp alpine cheese to the rich garlic mayo to the tangy pepperoncini vinegar. The thick-cut Bub and Grandma's sesame bread held up admirably well, and the arugula added a welcome fresh factor. The proteins were plentiful but were outshone by the other components. I also loved the Hot Girl Salami. The sweet-and-hot mustard and crispy baguette accentuated the rich, almost buttery salami. Meanwhile, the Venice Cowgirl was like a cheeseboard on a baguette. The sweet peaches and apricot-habanero jam dominated the subtly rich cheese or thin prosciutto, but the sandwich nonetheless proved to be a unique, summery option worth sharing. Lastly, the Yes, Honey elevated the ham-and-cheese with tangy relish, but the other components felt standard and forgettable. The service was friendly and efficient, and sandwiches ran for $15-20 each. Overall, the food tasted like the Santa Monica Farmer's Market on a premium roll, with sandos ranging from good to excellent. They are worth a dedicated visit if you're in the neighborhood, and I can't wait to work my way through more of Lady & Larder's menu.

my boyfriend surprised me on Valentine's Day with these!…read more Everything tasted fresh and delicious. Please support these ladies!!

I visited Bennys in Santa Monica last night and had such a great experience! A special shoutout to…read moreSuki, who was terrific and made the visit even better. I ordered the classic burrito with chicken, and it was absolutely delicious. The portion was huge and so satisfying, and it came with chips and salsa on the side--a great addition to the meal. Between the delicious food, generous portions, and wonderful service from Suki, I'd definitely recommend stopping by. Looking forward to coming back!

THE BEST BEAN, CHEESE, AND RICE BURRITO MONEY CAN BUY…read more Bad mood? Get a bean cheese and rice burrito. Didn't eat dinner and now it's 9pm? Get a bean cheese and rice burrito. Their burritos are big and perfectly balanced and the tortilla is stretchy and warm and DELISH. Good regardless of whether your DoorDash, pick up, or eat in. Soooooooo bomb.

Sweetpea delivers top quality food, sources the freshest ingredients and DELIVERS excellence! Chef…read moreRobert is a master at cooking... I used Sweetpea for Production Catering... I missed their food so much that I am so beyond happy to still be able to eat it since they are doing contactless delivery with their meal preps. I was so tired of restaurant food and when I found out that they were catering to plate your table I was SOOOOO happy. My tummy is happy and Ive actually lost weight because its not only tasty its healthy and just A+++++++++++++++++ Quality you can TASTE!!!

Hands down the best catering company I have worked with. The food is super fresh, high quality and…read moredelicious! Robert is very friendly, professional and provides excellent customer service. I cannot recommend them enough for anyone considering finding a quality catering company.