Pranzi is my go to catering company in Rhode Island. They have a great customer service team that goes above and beyond for their clients. Most recently, Pranzi helped me organize a sports dinner for a team that I represent and was able to help narrow down a location for the dinner on short notice.
Raquel A.
"Absolutely thrilled with the exceptional service provided by Pranzi! From the initial consultation to the flawless execution of our event, every detail was handled with professionalism and care. The food was not only delicious but beautifully presented…the staff were attentive and courteous, ensuring a seamless experience for all. I highly recommend Pranzi for any event, big or small!"
Laura Igoe
Pranzi is very flexible with the food packages that they offer when you make a contract with them- not sure how many other places are like that. The food is top notch, especially the beef and the wedding cakes. At the food taste, we had a bonus dessert :)
doug wight
Don’t ever use horrible food
Paul Sivo
We ordered the sliced turkey for an event we had. Not only was perfectly prepared, it was hot and extremely tasty. Our guests were so pleased, we are planning for our Christmas celebration with Pranzi being our provider.
Susan Newkirk
Recently used this caterer for a baby shower. The various platters we ordered were very nicely done and very fresh. The soups were delicious. I recommend.
Taylorlyn Stephan
Note: I have seen Pranzi delete reviews on TheKnot, which is why I am posting here in case that happens to me. I would also give 2.5 stars if I could.We hired Pranzi for our wedding at Kinney Bungalow. We wanted it to be entirely vegan and Pranzi was the only caterer on the approved list that said they could do it.They went through 4 different staff members since asked for a quote. They also repeatedly sent us contracts with errors that we had to cross out (venue, start/end time, etc.) but given the lack of other options, we still went with them. Unfortunately, that was only the beginning of poor communication and inconsistency.The changing contacts were never acknowledged and they took over the previous one's emails, so it was impossible to tell who we were speaking to. They didn't pass on information (family recipes previously requested) for our tasting. Since the chefs didn't get our recipes, they experimented with totally inedible results. They also didn't include one of the four mains and messed up the cake flavor.Given their mishaps, we did a second tasting. However, they asked us to reschedule 6 days out because they overbooked their chefs, when they knew we were flying from CA. They did honor the original date after we explained there was no other option, but they also had the incredibly condescending owner meet with us.Lisa talked down about other couples, added more fees out of nowhere, and heavily implied that they were "losing money on us" because their miscommunications meant Pranzi had to give us $300 in comp-ed tastings and an extra entree option. We also held them to setting up 3 decor bins promised via email when Lisa tried to backtrack that.That said, the food was better: they took our notes/recipes and provided the right cake flavors. But, they didn't remake the pies, gave us roasted veggie stack instead of ratatouille, and the ravioli was entirely different from the 1st tasting (but better).As for the wedding food, it unfortunately was also inconsistent. The salad was so lightly "dressed" I and three others had to ask a server if it was correct (2nd tasting nailed it). They must've forgotten Caesar dressing and splashed a bit of oil on instead. They didn't use our 2nd tasting notes and served sliders on dinner rolls (we asked for burger buns) and changed our shallot tart recipe into a flatbread. The pies (that we got in addition to an outside bakery to circumvent Lisa's fees) were awful. They must've been premade and frozen. They were the only things left on the dessert table and we threw them out, so it was ultimately a waste despite being the standout from our 1st tasting.Pros:-The event staff were so nice/helpful. Every single one did a great job, especially the bar.-Arolin was great. She went above/beyond helping us set-up and made sure we always had food/drinks. If Arolin hadn't been our coordinator and final contact leading up to our wedding, I don't think Pranzi would've pulled it off.-Everyone was able to eat, including Celiac, nut, and soy allergies.-They modified a main ~3 weeks out to add pasta marinara. They even had it in its own dish instead of a half portion with the ratatouille (essentially a fifth entree choice for free).-We loved the upgraded linens/goblets (they were pricey). They asked for our menus to match the buffet signs. It looked really intentional.-We were able to buy our own alcohol so we customized our drink menu (served mid-tier liquor and nice wine vs their basic package) and saved $1k for our guest count.Overall, we went with Pranzi because we had to. They did end up providing edible food and the staff day-of was awesome. Dealing with their admin staff, the owner, and the inconsistent food/communication was a massive headache that caused many tears over the 17 months we worked with them.We wouldn't recommend Pranzi unless you also want to do a vegan/vegetarian wedding in a venue that requires you to use their pre-approved vendors, or if you don't really care about the food and like
Jonathan Kaufman
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much for making our wedding a dream come true. It was absolutely flawless and magical. Everything was where it was supposed to be, everything happened as it was supposed to. No one felt as if their allergy or dietary restriction was a burden.Arolin was our coordinator. She gave us the extra attention all night to make sure we were having the best time and didn’t miss a beat. We are so grateful for her wisdom and guidance throughout the process and she gave us a night we’ll never forget. It was truly the best day of our lives <3
Shannon Harrington
We hired Pranzi catering for our wedding at Fort Adams. We worked closely with Lisa and Arolin who were well organized and professional. All of our food was delicious, and the bar service was efficient! Our guests are still giving us compliments on our entrees!
Maggie Cohn
I can't speak highly enough about Pranzi Catering! I worked with Arolin, who was a total delight and an absolute pro in planning a 200-person wedding event. She made everything so easy, had wonderful suggestions, and had deep knowledge of all the possible options. The event itself was fabulous -- the food was wonderful and looked beautiful, the flowers and linens were perfect, and the staff was lovely and professional. All our guests have been raving about what a wonderful event it was. I would definitely recommend Pranzi -- especially Arolin -- to anyone who needs help with planning or catering an event. I hope I have the opportunity to work with Arolin again!
My experience with Arolin was amazing. She helped us greatly before the wedding and was our coordinator. She was so nice and we enjoyed working with her. At the wedding she gave 10/10 service. Worked so hard and made sure we had everything we wanted. Everyone raved about how amazing she and the pranzi team were. The food was amazing and we got exactly what we wanted and more. Thank you so much!!
Naseem Shariff
We used Pranzi for our wedding (7/22/23) for catering, floral arrangements and day coordination. Throughout the entire process Lisa, Arolin and Katie helped with the planning. They were so patient and helpful. Everything was even more beautiful than I could have imagined. Everything went smoothly, the food was delicious and everyone was happy!!
Emily Greenspan
HUGE Thank you to our phenomenal team at Pranzi for helping our wedding process go so smoothly! We used Pranzi for catering and day of coordination services, and couldn't be happier with their quality of professionalism and services! Special shout out to Lisa, Arolin, LeAnne, Donna, Rebecca, Lorena, and Michaela for all of your support! The food was delicious, and the communication and coordination was perfection! So personable, flexible, and genuinely invested in wanting to ensure your day goes better than planned! Highly recommend to anyone looking :) Thank you Pranzi!
Rob Szargowicz
I had the pleasure of working with Arolin as our wedding event coordinator, and I cannot express how amazing she was throughout the entire process. From the very beginning, she was there for us every step of the way, going above and beyond to make our wedding a memorable experience.Arolin's attention to detail was impeccable. She made sure that every aspect of our event was taken care of, leaving us with no worries or stress. Not only did she handle the logistics flawlessly, but she also anticipated our needs and exceeded our expectations.One thing that truly stood out was how Arolin personally took care of us, even in the midst of the event chaos. She surprised us by bringing our favorite drinks and food between different parts of the events, ensuring that we were well taken care of and had a moment to relax and enjoy ourselves.Her professionalism, dedication, and genuine care for our happiness were evident throughout. Arolin's presence brought a sense of calm and reassurance, making our special day even more special.I cannot recommend Arolin enough for anyone in need of a wedding event coordinator. She is a true gem who will go above and beyond to ensure your event is flawless and unforgettable. Thank you, Arolin, for making our wedding day truly exceptional!
Justine Lavoie
I had my wedding this past weekend at Roger Williams Botanical Gardens and it was absolutely a dream. Pranzi was there main preferred vendor for Catering and Rentals so naturally we chose them. They did not disappoint!! We have been working with Pranzi and Arolin for over a year now. They were nothing but PERFECT. Every person we interacted with was so excited to help us but when we met Arolin we KNEW we needed her The attention to detail was incredible. She really listened to what I wanted and was there every step of the way down to me being so particular about napkin folds and so much more. She was someone that I absolutely needed in my corner that day and truly feel like I gained a friend in the process. We still have people none stop talking about the food, the service, the venue. We can’t thank you all enough for the hard work and dedication. I highly recommend Pranzi and AROLIN (request her she is the BEST OF THE BEST) to anyone looking for a top quality experience. ?
Pranzi is my go to catering company in Rhode Island. They have a great customer service team that goes above and beyond for their clients. Most recently, Pranzi helped me organize a sports dinner for a team that I represent and was able to help narrow down a location for the dinner on short notice.
"Absolutely thrilled with the exceptional service provided by Pranzi! From the initial consultation to the flawless execution of our event, every detail was handled with professionalism and care. The food was not only delicious but beautifully presented…the staff were attentive and courteous, ensuring a seamless experience for all. I highly recommend Pranzi for any event, big or small!"
Pranzi is very flexible with the food packages that they offer when you make a contract with them- not sure how many other places are like that. The food is top notch, especially the beef and the wedding cakes. At the food taste, we had a bonus dessert :)
Don’t ever use horrible food
We ordered the sliced turkey for an event we had. Not only was perfectly prepared, it was hot and extremely tasty. Our guests were so pleased, we are planning for our Christmas celebration with Pranzi being our provider.
Recently used this caterer for a baby shower. The various platters we ordered were very nicely done and very fresh. The soups were delicious. I recommend.
Note: I have seen Pranzi delete reviews on TheKnot, which is why I am posting here in case that happens to me. I would also give 2.5 stars if I could.We hired Pranzi for our wedding at Kinney Bungalow. We wanted it to be entirely vegan and Pranzi was the only caterer on the approved list that said they could do it.They went through 4 different staff members since asked for a quote. They also repeatedly sent us contracts with errors that we had to cross out (venue, start/end time, etc.) but given the lack of other options, we still went with them. Unfortunately, that was only the beginning of poor communication and inconsistency.The changing contacts were never acknowledged and they took over the previous one's emails, so it was impossible to tell who we were speaking to. They didn't pass on information (family recipes previously requested) for our tasting. Since the chefs didn't get our recipes, they experimented with totally inedible results. They also didn't include one of the four mains and messed up the cake flavor.Given their mishaps, we did a second tasting. However, they asked us to reschedule 6 days out because they overbooked their chefs, when they knew we were flying from CA. They did honor the original date after we explained there was no other option, but they also had the incredibly condescending owner meet with us.Lisa talked down about other couples, added more fees out of nowhere, and heavily implied that they were "losing money on us" because their miscommunications meant Pranzi had to give us $300 in comp-ed tastings and an extra entree option. We also held them to setting up 3 decor bins promised via email when Lisa tried to backtrack that.That said, the food was better: they took our notes/recipes and provided the right cake flavors. But, they didn't remake the pies, gave us roasted veggie stack instead of ratatouille, and the ravioli was entirely different from the 1st tasting (but better).As for the wedding food, it unfortunately was also inconsistent. The salad was so lightly "dressed" I and three others had to ask a server if it was correct (2nd tasting nailed it). They must've forgotten Caesar dressing and splashed a bit of oil on instead. They didn't use our 2nd tasting notes and served sliders on dinner rolls (we asked for burger buns) and changed our shallot tart recipe into a flatbread. The pies (that we got in addition to an outside bakery to circumvent Lisa's fees) were awful. They must've been premade and frozen. They were the only things left on the dessert table and we threw them out, so it was ultimately a waste despite being the standout from our 1st tasting.Pros:-The event staff were so nice/helpful. Every single one did a great job, especially the bar.-Arolin was great. She went above/beyond helping us set-up and made sure we always had food/drinks. If Arolin hadn't been our coordinator and final contact leading up to our wedding, I don't think Pranzi would've pulled it off.-Everyone was able to eat, including Celiac, nut, and soy allergies.-They modified a main ~3 weeks out to add pasta marinara. They even had it in its own dish instead of a half portion with the ratatouille (essentially a fifth entree choice for free).-We loved the upgraded linens/goblets (they were pricey). They asked for our menus to match the buffet signs. It looked really intentional.-We were able to buy our own alcohol so we customized our drink menu (served mid-tier liquor and nice wine vs their basic package) and saved $1k for our guest count.Overall, we went with Pranzi because we had to. They did end up providing edible food and the staff day-of was awesome. Dealing with their admin staff, the owner, and the inconsistent food/communication was a massive headache that caused many tears over the 17 months we worked with them.We wouldn't recommend Pranzi unless you also want to do a vegan/vegetarian wedding in a venue that requires you to use their pre-approved vendors, or if you don't really care about the food and like
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much for making our wedding a dream come true. It was absolutely flawless and magical. Everything was where it was supposed to be, everything happened as it was supposed to. No one felt as if their allergy or dietary restriction was a burden.Arolin was our coordinator. She gave us the extra attention all night to make sure we were having the best time and didn’t miss a beat. We are so grateful for her wisdom and guidance throughout the process and she gave us a night we’ll never forget. It was truly the best day of our lives <3
We hired Pranzi catering for our wedding at Fort Adams. We worked closely with Lisa and Arolin who were well organized and professional. All of our food was delicious, and the bar service was efficient! Our guests are still giving us compliments on our entrees!
I can't speak highly enough about Pranzi Catering! I worked with Arolin, who was a total delight and an absolute pro in planning a 200-person wedding event. She made everything so easy, had wonderful suggestions, and had deep knowledge of all the possible options. The event itself was fabulous -- the food was wonderful and looked beautiful, the flowers and linens were perfect, and the staff was lovely and professional. All our guests have been raving about what a wonderful event it was. I would definitely recommend Pranzi -- especially Arolin -- to anyone who needs help with planning or catering an event. I hope I have the opportunity to work with Arolin again!
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My experience with Arolin was amazing. She helped us greatly before the wedding and was our coordinator. She was so nice and we enjoyed working with her. At the wedding she gave 10/10 service. Worked so hard and made sure we had everything we wanted. Everyone raved about how amazing she and the pranzi team were. The food was amazing and we got exactly what we wanted and more. Thank you so much!!
We used Pranzi for our wedding (7/22/23) for catering, floral arrangements and day coordination. Throughout the entire process Lisa, Arolin and Katie helped with the planning. They were so patient and helpful. Everything was even more beautiful than I could have imagined. Everything went smoothly, the food was delicious and everyone was happy!!
HUGE Thank you to our phenomenal team at Pranzi for helping our wedding process go so smoothly! We used Pranzi for catering and day of coordination services, and couldn't be happier with their quality of professionalism and services! Special shout out to Lisa, Arolin, LeAnne, Donna, Rebecca, Lorena, and Michaela for all of your support! The food was delicious, and the communication and coordination was perfection! So personable, flexible, and genuinely invested in wanting to ensure your day goes better than planned! Highly recommend to anyone looking :) Thank you Pranzi!
I had the pleasure of working with Arolin as our wedding event coordinator, and I cannot express how amazing she was throughout the entire process. From the very beginning, she was there for us every step of the way, going above and beyond to make our wedding a memorable experience.Arolin's attention to detail was impeccable. She made sure that every aspect of our event was taken care of, leaving us with no worries or stress. Not only did she handle the logistics flawlessly, but she also anticipated our needs and exceeded our expectations.One thing that truly stood out was how Arolin personally took care of us, even in the midst of the event chaos. She surprised us by bringing our favorite drinks and food between different parts of the events, ensuring that we were well taken care of and had a moment to relax and enjoy ourselves.Her professionalism, dedication, and genuine care for our happiness were evident throughout. Arolin's presence brought a sense of calm and reassurance, making our special day even more special.I cannot recommend Arolin enough for anyone in need of a wedding event coordinator. She is a true gem who will go above and beyond to ensure your event is flawless and unforgettable. Thank you, Arolin, for making our wedding day truly exceptional!
I had my wedding this past weekend at Roger Williams Botanical Gardens and it was absolutely a dream. Pranzi was there main preferred vendor for Catering and Rentals so naturally we chose them. They did not disappoint!! We have been working with Pranzi and Arolin for over a year now. They were nothing but PERFECT. Every person we interacted with was so excited to help us but when we met Arolin we KNEW we needed her The attention to detail was incredible. She really listened to what I wanted and was there every step of the way down to me being so particular about napkin folds and so much more. She was someone that I absolutely needed in my corner that day and truly feel like I gained a friend in the process. We still have people none stop talking about the food, the service, the venue. We can’t thank you all enough for the hard work and dedication. I highly recommend Pranzi and AROLIN (request her she is the BEST OF THE BEST) to anyone looking for a top quality experience. ?