Caterers near College Park

“Glynis and the entire team at Catering by Seasons went above and beyond to make our celebration like no other. From the menu selection to the tasting they made thoughtful suggestions and listened to our preferences and requests. Menu items were inspired, creative, and most importantly beyond delicious. On the day of, the passed hors d'oeuvres were presented beautifully and a hit with our guests. The stations and plated meals received raves, as did the desserts. We could not be more thrilled and would recommend Catering by Seasons enthusiastically.“

“This catering was SO LOVELY. The food was phenomenal, and the team was absolutely fantastic. Everything was fresh and delicious. We used them for a corporate event and our attendees were extremely impressed.On-site, Juan and his team went out of his way to ensure everything was set up properly and checked in with me (as the POC) throughout the entire day. Their attention to detail and ability to keep everything so neat and tidy in that small space was so appreciated. Online, Leeanne from their sales and events team made sure we were well taken care of and had plenty of options for those with allergies or specific preferences. We will absolutely be using you all for our events again next year!“

“Catered a tailgate at UMD. Eric made the ordering from out of state seamless. They brought it to the lot! Driver was helpful, friendly and polite. Food was very good and there were generous portions. Will definitely use them again next year.“

“I recommend this place to friends whenever they’re in town. I grew up on empanadas in Miami and couldn’t find something I liked as much in DC until La Buena Empanada! The dough is especially good, and not overly greasy like some empanadas can be. As a bonus, the owner is a very nice guy.“

“I've experienced catering at events, but this Saturday, Chef Donté catered a Sneaker's Ball for my Aunt's 60th Birthday, and let me tell you something! Ive never had SHRIMP AND GRITS like that before. Nothing dried out and the flavors was just Amazing. I missed out on the 2nd spread, but everyone was saying the Salmon tasted was just Incredible!!!“

“I am a new customer and have truly appreciated these refrigerated , healthy, and tasty meals!!! I am making lifestyle changes and this is a wonderful alternative to door dash or Uber eats for the working professional , I’ll be a customer !Also , they don’t require subscriptions so get it when you’re busy w/o having to worry about getting meals when you don’t need them.Lastly , I heard so many reviews from their competitors like factor messing up meals but that doesn't happen here + great customer service as well , thanks guys!“

“The crispy artichoke bowl is the best vegan food that I've had in DC. Artichoke was perfectly cooked and seasoned, with a great crunch. The bowl is by default half grains and half salad. I really liked the grains, so next time I will ask to see if the half salad can be substituted for all grains!I was also eyeing the desserts but opted out of getting anything, although they are still on my bucket list!“

“I have been wanting to try Pleroma for a while now and finally gave it a chance for their Sunday brunch buffet. They are still going through some growing pains, but my husband and I still enjoyed ourselves. We came towards the end of brunch, so the food needed some replenishing, but there were still some yummy choices like the fish, yellow rice, and a couple of stews. My husband is Muslim and only eats halal meat, so the owner was kind enough to show us what he could eat and even made him special plates to accommodate him, so both of us left very full! It is a smaller space, but was full and we enjoyed the west african music in the background. I felt like we were with family and were treated as such. Pleroma is a very welcomed addition to Laurel and I am wishing them success. Looking forward to our next visit!“

“There are not enough superlatives to describe the wonderful food and the ease of communications with Have Some Charisma. I called with very short notice to see about lunch for 30 after a funeral.The response was a gift. The owner is professional, creative and kind. The food, which was delivered precisely at the agreed time, was delicious. I spent the lunch -- and the week after -- answering the questions: Who is the caterer and what is the number? Needless to say, there were no left overs.“

“These pretzels were absolutely delicious. We tried the original, garlic, onion, and jalapeño varieties. The pretzel roll was also delicious. Note that these are made to order and that you'll need to order from the website and they'll bring them out to your car. The yellow and spicy brown mustard were good, but I hope that they'll offer a larger variety of dips (including some sweet ones like cinnamon sugar or chocolate icing) in the future. Prices were reasonable and allowed for us to try some flavors we wouldn't normally order. The owner was friendly and left us with a positive impression.Parking: Parking available directly across from the entrance.Wheelchair accessibility: You can order and stay in the car. Full service.“

“I got a free cupcake for the new years. The cupcakes bread is soft in the middle. The cream atop the cupcake is sweet and has almost of a cheesy flavor(it reminds me of the cheese bread that I would get from Hispanic bakeries); amazing taste! The lady is extremely kind as well. Good service:)“

“The Exotic Chef is phenomenal. I had the jerk chicken bowl along with a friend . This was my first time having it. Absolutely amazing. All of the flavors paired very well. The plantains were cooked to perfection, the salad was very fresh, the rice and beans were next level, the chicken was very moist. The sauce included within the salad made me want to go back and ask for the rest of the salad . To top it off the Chef is very personable and kind. She doesn't mind holding great conversation. I'm super excited to see where her business takes her . I'll definitely be supporting.“

“Putting on the Ritz is a top tier catering company for weddings and events. We work a lot in the wedding industry as DJs and coordinators, and we have worked with many different catering companies and have eaten a lot of their food, and POTR consistently puts on an exceptional experience. Management is very involved and professional, and the staff is always friendly and fast. We have tried a few of their meals through various weddings and they have all always been just so good. You will love your dinner and your guests will all be letting you know how much they loved theirs.“

“If you're walking around Union Station, can't decide what to eat, look no further. These empanadas a deeelish. Service can be slow if understaffed but that's almost everywhere these days so know that if all the places in Union Station, here is one of the best places to wait on. You also have the option to buy cheaper by buying frozen and heating at home. While I liked all flavors, I liked the vegetarian ones the most. There's something about the sweet corn and the spinach and cheese that's just... chef's kiss level. Also the chimichurri sauce! Owner is super friendly!“

“For the past few years I've sang at a Prayer Breakfast at MC's. The staff, setup, ambience and cleanliness of the facility always stands out to me as being top notch. Highly recommend anyone searching for a great facility with plenty of parking and excellent service and support to contact Martin's Crosswinds so that can take good care of you.“

“Shout out to Big Moe's Catering!! They catered our work luncheon, with all of the Covid protocols that made it much easier for us. Each staff member had individual meals with a dessert. The turkey wings, fried chicken, salmon, pork chops, masked potato's, greens, string beans, and mac n cheese were delicious. Every one had an empty container. The food was delivered on time and the communication was excellent. I would order from them again.“

“In the shadows of the Mall, we stopped on our evening stroll. I’m totally a No-Go when it comes to food trucks…but we were starving from a day of travel & we decided to give it a shot. So happy we did! Eat here-you won’t regret it.“

“Corcoran Caterers provided us with amazing service throughout the engagement process and on the wedding day. The reception decor/ambiance was so beautiful and romantic.We were assigned to work with Laura, who was so responsive and receptive to all our request. We originally had another caterer we were planning to go with but once we saw how much better Laura was at communicating, we knew it would be foolish of us not to go with her and Corcoran. We want to thank her for always promptly responding to emails and phone calls from us. She made us feel like a priority and helped our vision come to life.Additionally, the food was delicious. We were pleasantly surprised to see the "chunky red potatoes" with the chicken entree because we discussed that change somewhat in passing around November and never circled back to it, but there it was! The wait staff had a delightful demeanor and the bartenders were truly loved by all. They made some type of margarita shooter on the spot that everyone kept talking about. The signature drinks were a hit and also tasted great!We highly recommend anyone looking for a company/staff that will make you feel like your wedding day is truly something special, to check out Laura and her team at Corcoran.“

“I’ve ordered catering from them a couple of times and the food and catering team have always been awesome! The sandwich platters are well organized and the sides are also appetizing (my office goes crazy for the potato salad). They also catered our office Thanksgiving meal and everyone faved about it.“

“We were visiting the DC area and looking for a good place to get barbecue and saw Rocklands online and thought we would give it a try. So glad we did their barbeque chicken was really good. The pulled pork was also great. We had the Mac n cheese and baked beans both were also very good. It's by far the best barbecue restaurant I've found in the area. The staff were so friendly and kept asking if we needed anything else. We will definitely come back every time we are in the area it's well worth going a little out of the way to get something so good.“

“Ryan and his team are the best! The food was delicious--our foodie friends were impressed (and the kids loved their food, too, so it's not just fancy.) Ryan was very easy to work with. Day-of, he problem-solved all kinds of things we never had to worry about. He's kind and really interested in making sure everyone feels good about the experience of working with him.We also used a day-of event coordinator through Green Plate, Ryan Diaz, and had a great experience with her as well.“

“Cliché as it may sound, they always cater to your needs. The food is always prepared with love and all of the people who work on the jobs have amazing personalities. Whether they are dropping food off or serving through your function, there is amazing hospitality. From meal prep to weddings, I have never been disappointed!“

“My husband and I are an interracial couple and finding ways to integrate both of our cultures in our wedding was important for us. We tried to seek a caterer that could offer more authentic Asian and Latin cuisine. I was absolutely thrilled when I found Blin Catering offered both and happy that I can support an Asian-owned business. Blin Catering was the first vendor I chose and then I focused my venue search based on who had them as a preferred vendor or no preferred vendor requirement. I was very happy that we were also able to customize our menu and that Blin Catering was able to accommodate my request to create an off the menu special plated option for our guests. They had so many appetizers that sounded so delicious we had a lot of trouble narrowing down our choices. In the end, we picked 6 appetizers and 3 plated dinner options, and all of our guests raved about the food. So delicious!!! I was assigned to work with Katie who was wonderful with communicating, coordinating, and providing recommendations. All the staff on the day of the wedding were amazing and sweet and executed everything well. Highly recommend for anyone looking for Asian/Latin cuisine for their wedding but honestly think they excel in all cuisines.“

“I was introduced to Claudete Sebben of MK Catering when I booked a venue for my baby shower January 2023. My mother was actually taking a tour of the venue for my brother's graduation party and I really liked it so my husband and I decided to host the baby shower of our first child at the same venue for the following day! The venue manager gave us Claudete's information and shared some pictures of events that she did at the golf club. My mother and I both reached out to her and a week later we were meeting her in person. Throughout the planning process she was very easy to work with, professional and had so many amazing ideas that we did not even think of prior to meeting her. For my brother's party Claudete's team did the full service: décor (tables, photobooth, entry, backdrop, wall of fame), set up, clean up, catering (passed and stationary food) and bartending. Everything looked spectacular at the party. The food was so good. The drinks were delish and the vibes were GREAT! Her staff was so hands on and on top of everything. My parents and my brother were so happy with the service that they got. It pays handsomely to have a full service team like MK Catering. They take all the stress away and wow you!For my baby shower MK Catering did décor: tables, entryway, bartending and provided the food display, dessert bar display, serving-ware, full set up and clean up staff. The even coordinated my vendors so that this mama did not have to lift a finger or stress at all. My theme was gender neutral safari soiree and THEY DELIVERED! We went back and forth on the design to make sure it was exactly what I wanted and Claudete made it even more spectacular than my expectation. When I saw the venue I was in tears because everything was PERFECTION! Everyone says my baby shower was the most gorgeous and well executed event they have been to. It was better than some weddings! Her team was so professional, were on top of everything and made my event one for the books. The bartender and the staff kept the party going!!!! I was told my signature cocktails were a hit. It was a recipe I came up with and provided the recipe to the bartender who put his own spin on it and made it incredible for my guests. It has been 6 months later and Claudete still checks up on my family and loves getting updates on our sweet baby since her arrival. Thank you for making my safari soiree baby shower so magical! I cannot wait to hosting more events with your services!“

“I would like to thank George and his co partner for taking my Event to the next level. The best cuisine i have had in the 15 years here since moving from NY. The best,,,, thanks for eveverything I will be calling again…thanks 10 stars 5/20/23“

“I eat there about twice a week. The menu is small, that is, not trying to be all things to all people, and has a Latino flavor. But what is offered is quite good and often not to be found elsewhere on Mt. Pleasant Street. My favorite is the Dos Gringos breakfast bagel, with avocado, tomato and capers. Capers! Where else can I get capers for breakfast? The restaurant is oriented to facilitating conversation and meetings of community activists, as well as helping community artists. I myself have bought art off the wall there.“

“I was introduced to Claudete Sebben of MK Catering when I booked a venue for my baby shower January 2023. My mother was actually taking a tour of the venue for my brother's graduation party and I really liked it so my husband and I decided to host the baby shower of our first child at the same venue for the following day! The venue manager gave us Claudete's information and shared some pictures of events that she did at the golf club. My mother and I both reached out to her and a week later we were meeting her in person. Throughout the planning process she was very easy to work with, professional and had so many amazing ideas that we did not even think of prior to meeting her. For my brother's party Claudete's team did the full service: décor (tables, photobooth, entry, backdrop, wall of fame), set up, clean up, catering (passed and stationary food) and bartending. Everything looked spectacular at the party. The food was so good. The drinks were delish and the vibes were GREAT! Her staff was so hands on and on top of everything. My parents and my brother were so happy with the service that they got. It pays handsomely to have a full service team like MK Catering. They take all the stress away and wow you! For my baby shower MK Catering did décor: tables, entryway, bartending and provided the food display, dessert bar display, serving-ware, full set up and clean up staff. The even coordinated my vendors so that this mama did not have to lift a finger or stress at all. My theme was gender neutral safari soiree and THEY DELIVERED! We went back and forth on the design to make sure it was exactly what I wanted and Claudete made it even more spectacular than my expectation. When I saw the venue I was in tears because everything was PERFECTION! Everyone says my baby shower was the most gorgeous and well executed event they have been to. It was better than some weddings! Her team was so professional, were on top of everything and made my event one for the books. The bartender and the staff kept the party going!!!! I was told my signature cocktails were a hit. It was a recipe I came up with and provided the recipe to the bartender who put his own spin on it and made it incredible for my guests. It has been 6 months later and Claudete still checks up on my family and loves getting updates on our sweet baby since her arrival. Thank you for making my safari soiree baby shower so magical! I cannot wait to hosting more events with your services!“

“Wow! So delicious. I have missed you at the Crofton Farmers Market since they moved. I am so happy to enjoy your healthy & fabulously delicious food again. Thank you so much for food made with great ingredients and so much love. The energy is the extra special that makes us all smile. ❤️“

“Famous Dave’s never disappoints!!I use to be sooo afraid of the amount of sodium but everything must be consumed in moderation and Famous Dave’s does a a great job to alleviate my worries!Let’s get straight to the food!We order three things :Burnt ends as an appetizer- which is brisket and thin onion rings. It was delicious! So tender and It cut like butter!We ordered two combos-Two rib tips , one with chicken tenders and one with catfish. Everything was so delicious.The cornbread never disappoints! Buttery and soft!Service was fast and our server was friendly! Definitely will be visiting this location again!Kid-friendliness: Kids are definitely welcomed“

“Highly recommend working with Susan Gage! We worked with them for our 190 person wedding, and the whole experience was noting short of impeccable. The service during the planning process and day of was top notch. Most importantly, the food and drinks on the day of the event was delicious. If you are looking for a caterer look no further!“

“It’s a small place but the flavor of the food and the amazing service was worth the hour drive! We tried the trippy fries (my favorite!), fried tacos, birria ramen, carnitas tacos, birria pork tacos! The food was fresh, fast, and super delicious. The crew was efficient and made sure our order was correct and complete. I definitely recommend this place if you want delicious food and quick, friendly service! We will visit again!“

“Food and Pricing and My partner and I had a wonderful wedding celebration of about 150 folks at the MLK, Jr. Library in Washington, DC in late October 2023. When we learned that the Library uses Occasions as their exclusive caterer, we had some reservations. But our wedding planner reassured us that Occasions is a great catering option. In many ways, she was right.I'll start with the positives:-- Our Occasions rep, Sidney, provided a wonderful, detailed proposal with three pre-made menu options and lots of additional options. She worked with us to mix-and-match to accommodate folks with various dietary restrictions, including vegans and gluten-free folks.-- The tasting was exquisite. We brought loved ones and had a great time. Even the options we didn't choose were wonderful.-- Rentals -- including chairs, linens, plates, and cutlery -- were all beautiful, extremely customizable, and fairly reasonable.-- On our wedding day, the food was outstanding. We got so many compliments on the salad (gathered with sesame-crusted chevre), entrees (1. Statler chicken breast; 2. branzino w/ gnocchi; and 3. sweet potato pave w/ mole verde), and cake (layers of cinnamon, carrot, and chocolate).-- The service staff who worked the dinner were outstanding. They were extraordinarily friendly and organized, and entire tables were served simultaneously.But we also had some extremely frustrating experiences with Occasions. Most significantly, Occasions played some questionable last-minute games regarding price.After we received our proposal, we took a couple of steps to bring down the price:-- We mixed and matched from three different menus. We were told that choosing options from the less expensive premade menus would cause the total cost to decrease, so we chose many options from the two less-expensive menus.-- Likewise, between the proposal and the final bill, we reduced the total number of guests by 25, meaning Occasions (by its own accounting) had to send less waitstaff and would need to provide 25 fewer meals.Yet, inexplicably, the price Occasions ultimately charged us to feed 150 was *higher* than even the most expensive menu option in the proposal for 175. And it wasn't just a little more expensive than it should have been -- the difference was between $5,000 and $8,000, or more than a 10% swing in our total catering budget.Unfortunately, my partner and I didn't learn about this price gouging until the week of our wedding. When we asked for an explanation, we were given none (though Sidney reminded us that we were expected to make a full payment in advance). We paid the unexplained difference because we felt like we had no other choice.To be clear: The actual catering experience we had on our wedding day was exquisite. The food was outstanding. The service was incredible. And we couldn't have been happier. But it was soured a little bit by feeling cheated, without explanation, on cost.In sum, if you are considering Occasions for your wedding or event, know that you're going to get excellent food and service but be prepared to advocate for yourself. If price is no obstacle, full speed ahead! If you are conscious of what you're spending, demand price transparency and make them explain when costs start to inexplicable shift.Thanks, Occasions, for making our special day great. But it'd have been nice to pay what you said we would.“

“I wish I could've tasted the food but ALL the guests we're pretty impressed! I ordered a pretty nice package for my daughter's Quinceañera (15th Birthday) celebration. Everything was as described and the guests we're ABSOLUTELY delighted! Jennifer, was expeditious and offered GREAT communication, as I was coming in from ATL.“