Working with Susan was amazing. To start, we ran into a stressful situation where our original venue backed out. Susan found our dream venue and it couldn't have been more perfect. She has so much knowledge and connections because her years of experience in the industry. Susan is great with communication and very on top of it. Food was amazing and the tastings are icing on the cake! Highly recommend!
Lisa Rowan
We're from Florida, but planned our wedding almost entirely from our new home of Virginia. Even though we were long-distance, it was a breeze- Susan was communicative, informative and wise during the entire 10-month process prior to our wedding. She made great recommendations and was always looking for a way to make things easier for us! On our wedding day, we were blown away with the kindness and professionalism of the entire catering staff. And people are still telling us how the food was the best food they'd had at a wedding in a long time--which is a huge compliment, considering we had several guests who work in restaurants and hospitality! (You MUST do the shrimp creole--it was the star of our buffet) (P.S. In the spirit of full disclosure, I am married to the other person who most recently reviewed Catering by Robert...but we both really wanted to share our thoughts!)
Robert Love
Catering By Robert handled our wedding, and while people raved about the food, I’d really like to call attention to the staff. They were beyond wonderful and friendly! And it wasn’t just Susan and Maryn, but every server, bartender, and staff member. We got compliments not just on the food, but their personalities as well. Beyond that, they provide so many different services in one easy, convenient package. Beyond thrilled with their work!
Olivia Larson
From the start Catering by Robert has been the best. They truly made my wedding day spectacular. They have several tastings that you can attend which helps you figure out what you want for your wedding. They are truly a on stop shop from food, decorations to the day of coordinating. Susan is such a phenomenal women and she staff is fantastic. They deserve a 10/10 you will not be disappointed with the service you will get from Susan and he staff. Thank you so much for making my wedding day AMAZING!
Stephanie Larson
Where to begin? Catering by Robert/Event Concepts was, simply put, AMAZING! That is the best way to describe our experience. From price, to food, to how my daughter's wedding day went, Catering by Robert was just amazing. Specifically, Susan Stalnaker (owner) coordinated everything and all went without a hitch. Everyone loved the food and the staff was fantastic! Susan's vast experience proved to be priceless during the entire process - from the first day we met with her to the day of the wedding - she made herself available to us. We will definitely be using them again for our next event!!!! TEN STARS OUT OF TEN!!!!!
Jan Har
I cannot speak highly enough of Catering by Robert! We retained them last April for my daughter’s wedding this past January. Susan made everything go as smoothly as possible from day one. We have a lot (A LOT!) of complicated allergies in my family . So first we had a private sample tasting for which Susan took into account all of our dietary constraints. Then we attended regular events hosted to sample more of their food (the servers let us know what had gluten and other ingredients of concern) – it is like going to a reception with out the loud music! Even sampling signature drinks! To me this is going above and beyond anything I ever heard of.My daughter had very specific centerpiece ideas and wanted to do most of them herself but we were able to coordinate to use Robert’s supplies in some cases to save us money and effort. At the end of the evening the catering staff packed up all of the various pieces and sorted out which were my daughter’s and which were theirs.I am not at all comfortable hosting events (That is an understatement. I find it terrifying.) and as the day approached it was a relief to know that Susan was keeping track of all the vendors involved, the deliveries day-of etc. A Day-Of Coordinator can easily run $1500 just for that service and she tosses it in. Susan came over to Pinellas twice in advance, once to meet with the woman who runs the hall and to see the hall. Then the day before she happened to be able to bring us the tablecloths so we could set the tables up in advance. This is not always a practical thing to do and took so much pressure off when she happened to be able to do it. Susan has a calm demeanor and seems to take everything in stride and her presence and demeanor helped me to keep calm as we hosted the biggest event we have ever hosted.While the advance and Day-Of Coordination is nice, the primary reason to pick the caterer would be for the tasty food and Catering by Robert absolutely delivered on this. I am *thrilled* to have so much leftover mojo chicken in my freezer right now ( a lot of last minute cancels from covid/flu) and I would really, REALLY love to get that signature smokey cheddar dip recipe as we have been enjoying it since the wedding and I am pretty sad it is gone.The staff all did a super job and Maryn, our Coordinator, was very good at communicating and coordinating with me. By the time we started the reception I could just relax and know all was in good hands and I was able to enjoy the evening and even the wrap up at the end was so easy working with this excellent and professional team.Thank you to Susan and all who helped make my daughter’s wedding reception such a wonderful event.
Erica Martin
Susan and her team were an absolute DREAM!! She was sooo communicative and helpful throughout the entire process! The group tasting events throughout our planning were fantastic- it really gave us a feel for their menu options (which are almost limitless) and how the staff functions at an event. It was so easy to customize everything and truly make our day exactly what we wanted. We had some last minute tweaks due to the groom’s mother being ill and they handled everything like complete professionals. The day of our wedding was perfect. Everything was taken care of without me having to lift a finger. Everything from the setup, the bar, the AMAZING food, AND the decor were perfection! Guests are still raving about the amazing food and how friendly all of the staff were. I would 10000% book Susan again and would recommend them to anybody! Thank you just doesn't seem to be enough!
Sarah Maida
Susan and the rest of the team at Catering by Robert are fantastic! Susan was with us every step of the way in the designing of the reception, and provided great input and recommendations. Everything turned out beautiful, and the food was delicious! We did a served buffet with the chicken marsala, Parma Rosa pasta, honey baked ham....and the star of the show, a giant dish of paella! At the end of the night, they packed up all our decorations and leftover food and put them in a spot close to the venue entrance, so all we had to do was put it in the car. Thank you all so much, everything was perfect!
Priscila Vargas
I had the most incredible experience with their wedding catering service! From start to finish, they exceeded all our expectations. The food was absolutely delicious, and our guests couldn't stop raving about it. What's even better is that they managed to provide such high-quality cuisine while staying well within our budget. Susan made planning our wedding so much easier and stress-free. I highly recommend them for their exceptional service, delectable food, and budget-friendly options. Five stars all the way!
Alison w
This combo-team of caterer/event planner/rentals supplier absolutely NAILED what I asked for! And then some!!! I honestly can't think of a single negative thing to say... and I can be a bit of a harsh critic. Susan quickly replied to (and resolved) any and all communication from me, and from anyone else on my behalf. She asked excellent questions so she could be sure to give me exactly what I wanted; and her questions clearly demonstrated her many years of experience and expertise. She gave advice and offered solutions to problems that I didn't even know I had. She made sure that I was on top of things that needed to be done within a certain timeframe. On the day of my wedding, I sincerely felt like a queen. No exaggeration. She assigned a particular young woman to be my "assistant" for literally any and everything I could ask for, and then she also offered me things I didn't even know I wanted; all done within moments. (I REALLY wish I could remember her name to give her proper credit for truly making me feel like royalty!) The food was just incredible! I STILL have guests begging me for recipes from our wedding! The calypso meatballs - NOT TO BE MISSED! And the home-made vodka sauce... just mouth-watering!! EVERYTHING tasted WONDERFUL! And I am EXTREMELY picky... The fact that I was able to get my tables, chairs, plates, etc. and A TON of decor from them just made everything that much easier when it came to coordinating the whole event, especially on the big day. I KNOW for sure that I had to be a complete pain to work with; I was totally clueless every step of the way, I procrastinated everything because I'm also an indecisive control-freak... The list goes on and on... I can't imagine having my wedding done by anyone else! Every time I thought that Susan and her team were perfect, she'd go and do something else to surpass my hopes and expectations again! Every single person on her team that I encountered seemed so genuine and warm and happy to be helping our event run smoothly. They all felt like extended family! I'm so grateful that I was able to have this company for my wedding, thank you all soooo much!!! Words aren't enough! <3
This catering company was fantastic! The food was incredible! This company offers a day of coordinator, linens, and centerpieces included in their dinner prices. We went with a buffet style dinner, which was fast and efficient. We also used their bar service in which we provide the alcohol and they provide the mixers and bar tenders. The drinks were made really well and not too strong! We were able to have several meetings with Susan, who is so sweet and truly knows what she is doing. The staff was great and they also set up all the decorations we brought, as well as cleaned up. They even packed up all of the leftover food we had and sent it home with us. Overall, a great company with great prices that include so much, making it a stress free process!
Natalie Rusnak
Catering by Robert catered the welcome dinner the night before my wedding and was absolutely amazing to work with. Susan was so helpful throughout the planning process and her team helped us keep everything on track throughout the night. Susan and her team not only provided great food but also helped with event setup and decor. So happy we chose Catering by Robert for our welcome dinner!
Brandon Marrazzo
Our company hired them for work and it was by far the worst food I’ve ever eaten. Robert has actually made me not like foods that I once liked and most likely will have to go to therapy for ptsd. All jokes aside I wouldn’t give this to my dog not to mention they pair the worse foods together. If only they put more time into the food and preparation and not into the custom water bottles. Robert I have no idea who gave you a license to cook
Michelle I
I was the planner for a friend's wedding and I can honestly say that the catering was the easiest thing to handle by far thanks to Catering by Robert. Susan made sure to have regular, open communication and even met with me on site well in advance of wedding to ensure that everything would be laid out as planned. The food was delicious and plentiful and came at a great price point. Also, she and her staff did an absolutely phenomenal job during the event and were extremely professional and kind. I highly recommend Catering by Robert!
G V
Susan and her crew at Catering by Robert were an incredible team to work with for our wedding! We live in East Orlando, but got married in Lake Wales and thankfully it was within their range. We came across CbR and it was such a gem. Reasonable prices. Delicious food. Beautiful table set ups. Susan was helpful every step of the way… answering so many texts and emails, sharing ideas, and making sure the day went as smooth as possible. The food the day of was delicious! We truly are so thankful that Susan and the team at Catering by Robert were able to be with us on our wedding day. ????????
Working with Susan was amazing. To start, we ran into a stressful situation where our original venue backed out. Susan found our dream venue and it couldn't have been more perfect. She has so much knowledge and connections because her years of experience in the industry. Susan is great with communication and very on top of it. Food was amazing and the tastings are icing on the cake! Highly recommend!
We're from Florida, but planned our wedding almost entirely from our new home of Virginia. Even though we were long-distance, it was a breeze- Susan was communicative, informative and wise during the entire 10-month process prior to our wedding. She made great recommendations and was always looking for a way to make things easier for us! On our wedding day, we were blown away with the kindness and professionalism of the entire catering staff. And people are still telling us how the food was the best food they'd had at a wedding in a long time--which is a huge compliment, considering we had several guests who work in restaurants and hospitality! (You MUST do the shrimp creole--it was the star of our buffet) (P.S. In the spirit of full disclosure, I am married to the other person who most recently reviewed Catering by Robert...but we both really wanted to share our thoughts!)
Catering By Robert handled our wedding, and while people raved about the food, I’d really like to call attention to the staff. They were beyond wonderful and friendly! And it wasn’t just Susan and Maryn, but every server, bartender, and staff member. We got compliments not just on the food, but their personalities as well. Beyond that, they provide so many different services in one easy, convenient package. Beyond thrilled with their work!
From the start Catering by Robert has been the best. They truly made my wedding day spectacular. They have several tastings that you can attend which helps you figure out what you want for your wedding. They are truly a on stop shop from food, decorations to the day of coordinating. Susan is such a phenomenal women and she staff is fantastic. They deserve a 10/10 you will not be disappointed with the service you will get from Susan and he staff. Thank you so much for making my wedding day AMAZING!
Where to begin? Catering by Robert/Event Concepts was, simply put, AMAZING! That is the best way to describe our experience. From price, to food, to how my daughter's wedding day went, Catering by Robert was just amazing. Specifically, Susan Stalnaker (owner) coordinated everything and all went without a hitch. Everyone loved the food and the staff was fantastic! Susan's vast experience proved to be priceless during the entire process - from the first day we met with her to the day of the wedding - she made herself available to us. We will definitely be using them again for our next event!!!! TEN STARS OUT OF TEN!!!!!
I cannot speak highly enough of Catering by Robert! We retained them last April for my daughter’s wedding this past January. Susan made everything go as smoothly as possible from day one. We have a lot (A LOT!) of complicated allergies in my family . So first we had a private sample tasting for which Susan took into account all of our dietary constraints. Then we attended regular events hosted to sample more of their food (the servers let us know what had gluten and other ingredients of concern) – it is like going to a reception with out the loud music! Even sampling signature drinks! To me this is going above and beyond anything I ever heard of.My daughter had very specific centerpiece ideas and wanted to do most of them herself but we were able to coordinate to use Robert’s supplies in some cases to save us money and effort. At the end of the evening the catering staff packed up all of the various pieces and sorted out which were my daughter’s and which were theirs.I am not at all comfortable hosting events (That is an understatement. I find it terrifying.) and as the day approached it was a relief to know that Susan was keeping track of all the vendors involved, the deliveries day-of etc. A Day-Of Coordinator can easily run $1500 just for that service and she tosses it in. Susan came over to Pinellas twice in advance, once to meet with the woman who runs the hall and to see the hall. Then the day before she happened to be able to bring us the tablecloths so we could set the tables up in advance. This is not always a practical thing to do and took so much pressure off when she happened to be able to do it. Susan has a calm demeanor and seems to take everything in stride and her presence and demeanor helped me to keep calm as we hosted the biggest event we have ever hosted.While the advance and Day-Of Coordination is nice, the primary reason to pick the caterer would be for the tasty food and Catering by Robert absolutely delivered on this. I am *thrilled* to have so much leftover mojo chicken in my freezer right now ( a lot of last minute cancels from covid/flu) and I would really, REALLY love to get that signature smokey cheddar dip recipe as we have been enjoying it since the wedding and I am pretty sad it is gone.The staff all did a super job and Maryn, our Coordinator, was very good at communicating and coordinating with me. By the time we started the reception I could just relax and know all was in good hands and I was able to enjoy the evening and even the wrap up at the end was so easy working with this excellent and professional team.Thank you to Susan and all who helped make my daughter’s wedding reception such a wonderful event.
Susan and her team were an absolute DREAM!! She was sooo communicative and helpful throughout the entire process! The group tasting events throughout our planning were fantastic- it really gave us a feel for their menu options (which are almost limitless) and how the staff functions at an event. It was so easy to customize everything and truly make our day exactly what we wanted. We had some last minute tweaks due to the groom’s mother being ill and they handled everything like complete professionals. The day of our wedding was perfect. Everything was taken care of without me having to lift a finger. Everything from the setup, the bar, the AMAZING food, AND the decor were perfection! Guests are still raving about the amazing food and how friendly all of the staff were. I would 10000% book Susan again and would recommend them to anybody! Thank you just doesn't seem to be enough!
Susan and the rest of the team at Catering by Robert are fantastic! Susan was with us every step of the way in the designing of the reception, and provided great input and recommendations. Everything turned out beautiful, and the food was delicious! We did a served buffet with the chicken marsala, Parma Rosa pasta, honey baked ham....and the star of the show, a giant dish of paella! At the end of the night, they packed up all our decorations and leftover food and put them in a spot close to the venue entrance, so all we had to do was put it in the car. Thank you all so much, everything was perfect!
I had the most incredible experience with their wedding catering service! From start to finish, they exceeded all our expectations. The food was absolutely delicious, and our guests couldn't stop raving about it. What's even better is that they managed to provide such high-quality cuisine while staying well within our budget. Susan made planning our wedding so much easier and stress-free. I highly recommend them for their exceptional service, delectable food, and budget-friendly options. Five stars all the way!
This combo-team of caterer/event planner/rentals supplier absolutely NAILED what I asked for! And then some!!! I honestly can't think of a single negative thing to say... and I can be a bit of a harsh critic. Susan quickly replied to (and resolved) any and all communication from me, and from anyone else on my behalf. She asked excellent questions so she could be sure to give me exactly what I wanted; and her questions clearly demonstrated her many years of experience and expertise. She gave advice and offered solutions to problems that I didn't even know I had. She made sure that I was on top of things that needed to be done within a certain timeframe. On the day of my wedding, I sincerely felt like a queen. No exaggeration. She assigned a particular young woman to be my "assistant" for literally any and everything I could ask for, and then she also offered me things I didn't even know I wanted; all done within moments. (I REALLY wish I could remember her name to give her proper credit for truly making me feel like royalty!) The food was just incredible! I STILL have guests begging me for recipes from our wedding! The calypso meatballs - NOT TO BE MISSED! And the home-made vodka sauce... just mouth-watering!! EVERYTHING tasted WONDERFUL! And I am EXTREMELY picky... The fact that I was able to get my tables, chairs, plates, etc. and A TON of decor from them just made everything that much easier when it came to coordinating the whole event, especially on the big day. I KNOW for sure that I had to be a complete pain to work with; I was totally clueless every step of the way, I procrastinated everything because I'm also an indecisive control-freak... The list goes on and on... I can't imagine having my wedding done by anyone else! Every time I thought that Susan and her team were perfect, she'd go and do something else to surpass my hopes and expectations again! Every single person on her team that I encountered seemed so genuine and warm and happy to be helping our event run smoothly. They all felt like extended family! I'm so grateful that I was able to have this company for my wedding, thank you all soooo much!!! Words aren't enough! <3
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This catering company was fantastic! The food was incredible! This company offers a day of coordinator, linens, and centerpieces included in their dinner prices. We went with a buffet style dinner, which was fast and efficient. We also used their bar service in which we provide the alcohol and they provide the mixers and bar tenders. The drinks were made really well and not too strong! We were able to have several meetings with Susan, who is so sweet and truly knows what she is doing. The staff was great and they also set up all the decorations we brought, as well as cleaned up. They even packed up all of the leftover food we had and sent it home with us. Overall, a great company with great prices that include so much, making it a stress free process!
Catering by Robert catered the welcome dinner the night before my wedding and was absolutely amazing to work with. Susan was so helpful throughout the planning process and her team helped us keep everything on track throughout the night. Susan and her team not only provided great food but also helped with event setup and decor. So happy we chose Catering by Robert for our welcome dinner!
Our company hired them for work and it was by far the worst food I’ve ever eaten. Robert has actually made me not like foods that I once liked and most likely will have to go to therapy for ptsd. All jokes aside I wouldn’t give this to my dog not to mention they pair the worse foods together. If only they put more time into the food and preparation and not into the custom water bottles. Robert I have no idea who gave you a license to cook
I was the planner for a friend's wedding and I can honestly say that the catering was the easiest thing to handle by far thanks to Catering by Robert. Susan made sure to have regular, open communication and even met with me on site well in advance of wedding to ensure that everything would be laid out as planned. The food was delicious and plentiful and came at a great price point. Also, she and her staff did an absolutely phenomenal job during the event and were extremely professional and kind. I highly recommend Catering by Robert!
Susan and her crew at Catering by Robert were an incredible team to work with for our wedding! We live in East Orlando, but got married in Lake Wales and thankfully it was within their range. We came across CbR and it was such a gem. Reasonable prices. Delicious food. Beautiful table set ups. Susan was helpful every step of the way… answering so many texts and emails, sharing ideas, and making sure the day went as smooth as possible. The food the day of was delicious! We truly are so thankful that Susan and the team at Catering by Robert were able to be with us on our wedding day. ????????