Custom Catering for Celebrations & Wedding Events
Cincinnati
Service area
AWARD WINNER (4X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Chef's Choice Catering is a wedding culinary service based in Blue Ash, OH. This team provides top-quality gourmet spreads for special events of all kinds. With over 25 years of experience in the wedding industry, they are well-equipped to help you design a spectacular dining experience for your wedding.
Chef's Choice Catering prides itself on delivering detailed and attentive customer service. This team understands how important it is to have a quality spread of food for your wedding day. They use locally sourced and seasonally fresh ingredients to create dishes of all kinds from cuisines worldwide. These chefs can help you build a custom menu that suits your event's style.
Chef's Choice Catering offers menu tastings, allowing you to sample some of their most popular offerings to see what you want to include in your spread. They can also cater to several serving styles, including chef stations, buffets, and plated dinners. Servers will also be on hand to see your every need during your meal. All delivery and setup of your food will be managed by this expert team, allowing you to indulge in your delicious meal stress-free.
Speaks English
Small team (2-10 members)
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Food & Catering
Buffet
Catering Delivery & Setup
Chef Stations
Menu Tastings
Passed Appetizers
Seated Meal
Servers
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Reviews
4.9
out of 5.067 reviews
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Chef's Choice delivered consistently excellent, highly praised food with diverse options (stations, short rib, mashed potato bar, desserts) and successful tastings. The team was communicative, professional, and flexible—attentive servers and bartenders handled setup, cleanup, and leftovers. Many highly recommend them as worth the cost.Review photos
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Thomas M
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5.0
3/31/2025
We knew years ago, before we were even engaged, that we wanted a mashed potato bar at our wedding. Not only did Chef's Choice come through with the most delicious mashed potatoes a...
nd toppings, but they fulfilled our dream of easy-going stations for dinner so people could come and go as they pleased. All anyone could talk about leading up to the wedding was how excited they were for the mashed potatoes. We also did a salad station and street taco station. It was so awesome to watch people get up 2 or 3 times for more of whatever they wanted. The strawberry basil baguette with honey ricotta during cocktail hour was a HUGE hit. We heard a lot of good reviews on the dessert station as well. We went with the chocolate mousse cups, lemon merengue tart, and mini banana cheesecake. Our vegan guests were very happy with the stuffed pepper for their dinner. Christine and Chef Steve were so amazing to work with, we had the most fun at our tasting, and we had the pleasure of Christine's presence the day of the event to bring it all together. I can't recommend Chef's Choice enough. They really brought our vision to life.
Amanda B
5.0
3/30/2026
We received a lot of compliments on the food at our wedding (highly recommend the short rib!). Also, we received a lot of compliments on the servers and bartenders. They made sure ...
we (bride and groom) had a plate of food and a drink as soon we were seated. On a similar note, they were able to roll with the punches. For example, we provided the alcohol ourselves and ran out of wine quicker than anticipated. One of the bartenders was able to quickly travel to a nearby store to get more. Along with that, they helped a ton with cleanup and pre-packed leftovers for us. Everyone was so nice, highly recommend!
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Kaitlin G
5.0
1/25/2026
Chef's Choice was the perfect choice for our catering at our wedding and I am so thankful we went with them. Christine was our contact and she was so communicative and helpful with...
every single thing we needed, no matter how far away or how close we were to the wedding. The food was divine and highly complimented by many of our guests as some of the best wedding food they have had. We agreed. They have a lot of choices in both the food itself and the way that it is served. We opted for stations and a late night snack and it was so well received. We strongly recommend Chef's Choice for your catering!
Amanda S
5.0
11/03/2025
Chef's choice was absolutely phenomenal. Working with Christine was effortless and she was so kind and approachable. She helped us save money in more ways than one and made our day...
seamless. I will not lie and say that they are cheap, They are not, they were one of the pricier catering vendors but they are worth EVERY PENNY. Our guests were flooded by how efficient and dutiful the staff were-- every guest we have spoken with has said they've never seen staff who were so "on top" of everything. We were all impressed. Our chef even went out of his way to correct my drink and to make sure I enjoyed mine because I am picky about alcohol. He also noted multiple guests who needed walking assistance and made sure to hand deliver their food to them so they didn't have to walk. The bartending staff were so sweet and hilarious! Our guests LOVED them. Some of them hung at the bar just to chat with them. 10/10 would recommend chef's choice over and over again. They made our day wonderful.
Derek M
5.0
8/28/2025
We worked with Chef’s Choice Catering for our wedding and could not be happier! They had so many cuisine options and it was awesome getting to taste test to choose what fit us best...
. We worked with Christine and she was absolutely wonderful. She was so patient, answered all of our questions, and helped us make our wedding food dreams a reality. We opted for the stations (tacos, Italian, salad) they were all phenomenal. Guest raved about our cocktail hour and dinner food and we could not be happier! Their team did a wonderful job at setting up and I could not say enough about the level of service they provided. They checked on my wife and I constantly and made sure we were never without food and drinks! They even helped pack up all the leftover food for us to take home. Would absolutely recommend working with them for your wedding or any catering needs.
Kailey G
5.0
7/28/2025
Will forever recommend Chef's Choice for any and all catering needs! The amount of compliments we got on the food and bar service was crazy! There were so many options, it was so h...
ard to just choose because everything was the BEST! Christine there is amazing and responds at lightning speed. She was also a big part in the planning process and would recommend 2584920584905842/10!
Roxanne J
5.0
6/24/2025
Chef's Choice was one of our venue's required caterers, and we are so happy they are the one we chose! They were accommodating, helpful, and professional through the entire process...
. The food was delicious and fresh, and we were glad we were able to do a tasting early. The staff on the day of was so kind and checked on us a lot, which we were so grateful for! Careira (I hope that's a good enough spelling) specifically was so sweet to us all day. We also got to take home the leftovers which was a sweet way to reminisce the day after when we enjoyed them for lunch.
Sophie G
5.0
6/17/2025
Very professional service and great food! Jenna was easy to communicate with, the waiters and bartenders were professional and attentive! Food was delicious and clean up at the ven...
ue was amazing!
Heather B
5.0
6/15/2025
Nothing but the best things to say about Chef's Choice Catering! Everyone in attendance LOVED the food.
Throughout the coordinating process, the Sales Staff (especially Kaitlyn) w...
ere prompt and information. Nicole and Chris, who were on-site for the Big Day, made sure the entire evening ran smoothly. We HIGHLY recommend to anyone looking for an efficient, delicious, and fairly-priced catering team. THANK YOU Chef's Choice!
Katie C
5.0
6/07/2025
Chef's Choice was great! Jenna was great at guiding us through the process of creating our menu, and was very helpful whenever we needed to make adjustments/changes. The catering w...
ent super smoothly the day of our wedding and the food was delicious! Servers and bartenders we all very nice and helpful as well. We appreciated that they helped us pack up the leftovers at the end of the night.
Gina W
5.0
4/24/2025
Jenna was great to work with and accommodating with special requests. Everyone raved that the food was the "best wedding food" they've had! The sliders and mac 'n' cheese stations ...
were a hit!
Caroline C
5.0
11/26/2024
We had the best experience with Chef’s Choice for our September wedding! Working with Jenna was so easy and she was so communicative from start to finish. The tasting was very easy...
and everything we tried was fantastic. The wedding went so smoothly and everything was delicious for our 260 person wedding. If I had to replan my wedding over again I would 100% choose using Chef’s Choice again!
Megan F
4.0
9/12/2024
Very professional, great communication, middle of the road when it comes to pricing (we found them expensive but not nearly as expensive as some), almost perfect service on our wed...
ding day, delicious food - we received a lot of complements afterwards.
Kaitlyn L
5.0
6/26/2024
Chef's Choice was so easy to work with and provided excellent services day-of. The staff present for our wedding was so friendly and ensured everyone had everything they needed. We...
requested champagne for the sweetheart table and they were able to provide that. They even set the bottle and glasses in the bridal suite for my husband and I to celebrate after the ceremony. They went above and beyond and we have received so many compliments from family and guests about the food and service at our wedding.
Haley R
5.0
11/10/2022
Chef’s Choice was absolutely amazing on our wedding day! They were accommodating with making all of our food options gluten free including our appetizers. We received many complime...
nts on how good our food was from our guests! The staff did amazing at servicing our wedding and had even bagged up our cake/cupcakes for us at the end of the night! I would recommend Chef’s Choice to anyone!
Jordyn C
5.0
10/31/2022
The food was great, the staff was pretty easy to work with leading up to the wedding, and the staff at the wedding were so helpful and nice. We loved the variety of options and our...
guests all really enjoyed the food.
Tiffany H
5.0
10/14/2022
We could not have asked for a more perfect wedding reception. Kaitlyn at Chef's Choice listened to our requests, and helped us plan a non-traditional dinner of hors d'oeuvres that ...
allowed our guests to roam Krohn Conservatory and explore the venue while chatting.
Kaitlyn helped us plan the right amount of food for our guests and plan the timing perfectly. The team took extra care to ensure me and my husband were both fed and had drinks in our hands!
We cannot recommend Chef's Choice enough. We got so many compliments on the food all evening.
Linda L
5.0
9/19/2022
Food was delicious and service was good! Thanks for helping make the night special everyone loved the penne and meatballs.
Brittany H
5.0
7/19/2022
Absolutely amazing!!! From the tasting to the planning to the day of our wedding, Chef's Choice was perfect! They were so helpful and accommodating of my requests. The food was by ...
far some of the best wedding food I've ever had! It tasted just as good the day of as it did at the tasting. Our guests are still telling us how much they loved the food. I highly recommend them for any event!!
Cassie P
5.0
7/05/2022
Chef's choice catered our wedding in September 2021. The staff (including the bartending staff they hired) were all excellent. The food was great, we loved that we were able to hav...
e a pasta bar, slider station and mashed potato bar, which was something a little unique and fun. They easily accommodated all of our guests dietary restrictions and best of all the price was great. Jenna was extremely responsive. They even helped us out with how to set up the tables and making signs for food as well as taking care of our dessert bar. We loved the group tasting we were able to attend in advance of our wedding (and as a bonus it was at our venue). It definitely got us excited and solidified that we chose the right caterers. We have gone to multiple weddings since ours with substandard catering, and it solidifies even more how great Chef's Choice is. Absolutely amazing and I would highly recommend!
Krissy J
5.0
6/20/2022
We got a lot of compliments on the food and the staff were wonderful as well. Kaitlyn was easy to work with and extremely responsive to all my questions and requests. They were one...
of the more affordable caterers we found as well and everything was presented beautifully!
Joanna U
5.0
12/28/2021
We are SO glad we went with Chef's Choice! They were great to work with and the food was just so good. We did the sliders, taco bar and mac and cheese bar (not your typical wedding...
dinner). It was a hit -multiple people came up to us to tell us it was the best wedding food they've ever had! The staff was AMAZING and made our day that much more enjoyable. 10/10 recommend hiring them for your big day!
Response from Chef's Choice Catering on 02/11/2022
It was such a pleasure working with you, Joanna! Keep us in mind for any future catering ...
needs you have.
Best Wishes!
Chef's Choice Catering
Michael R
5.0
10/03/2021
Chefs choice was so good! Their food was delicious, the staff was so nice, and their price was so doable! We were on sort of a budget and we were able to make little changes with t...
hem that made it perfect for us. Would totally recommend!!
Nicole S
5.0
11/08/2020
Chef's Choice was so great for our wedding! We had the walking tacos, sliders, and mac n' cheese bar. The food was all so amazing and we heard nothing but great things from our gue...
sts. With COVID regulations, Chef's Choice really made sure they had everything prepped and efficiently laid out for our guests. The toppings were individually wrapped so you could grab and go to help keep the line moving. The Chef's Choice team was so great and friendly! They even carried the plates for myself and my husband so we just had to point, sit down, and enjoy. Whatever you needed, they were there to help. We really had such a great experience with Chef's Choice!!!
Alexis R
5.0
11/06/2020
I am so happy that we went with Chef's Choice for our wedding. Not only was the staff simply amazing, guests raved about the food also. I was told by multiple people that it was ...
the best wedding food that they had ever had. Everyone was so kind and helpful, they truly helped the day go by smoothly! I can't recommend them enough!
Gabbi M
5.0
10/15/2020
So good and great to work with. All the guests were raving about the food.
Laurie D
5.0
9/30/2019
Allison was amazing. She is so nice and knowledgeable and made the entire experience a breeze. The food was fantastic, we got so many compliments and the service day of was perfec...
t, we couldn’t have asked for better caterers!
Janie J
5.0
8/30/2019
Chef's choice was amazing to work with for my wedding and rehearsal dinner! I was planning my wedding from out of town, and they arranged multiple tastings and take out food for my...
parents to have at home for me when I was delayed getting back one weekend. Allison was so nice and helpful throughout all of planning. The food for the rehearsal dinner and wedding was amazing, and people have been commenting to me a week after my wedding! Would definitely recommend!
Sarah L
5.0
7/27/2019
Chef’s choice was excellent to work with. They have a large menu to choose from and are very reasonably priced. We got lots of compliments on the food at our reception. Highly reco...
mmend!
Jessica E
5.0
7/18/2019
Chef’s Choice helped us to have an amazing wedding. Our contact, Alison, was lovely to work with. From the first meeting to the wedding day, the entire process was stress free. The...
re was no hesitation when we made small personal requests like having preset water, greeting guests at the door with drinks and providing a champagne toast. Not to mention the food at the reception was delicious and well received by our guests.
Elizabeth R
5.0
5/03/2019
The number one thing our guests keep saying about our wedding is how much they loved the food! Chef's Choice had amazing appetizers, and the entrees were delicious, too. They even ...
made a mac-and-cheese bites appetizer we asked for that wasn't one of their options. The pretzel bar at the end of the night was a big hit.
Didi M
5.0
3/28/2019
The food at our wedding was absolutely fantastic. Honestly, I couldn't have asked for better. Everything was warm and cooked well. One of our guests even said that it was the best ...
vegetarian meal she had ever had at a wedding. Highly recommend!
Elizabeth D
5.0
2/13/2019
The food was excellent and the service was amazing! Many of our guests complimented the service, including my MoH who has worked in the industry for several years! The staff was ve...
ry flexible with schedule changes due to weather, which we really appreciated. They were super flexible with accommodating last minute requests, and gave us confidence that everything was under control.
Natalie P
5.0
11/12/2018
Chef's Choice was a great hire for our wedding! Everyone really enjoyed the food and we LOVED the price. The service was bar none as well - everyone was so helpful! We did a plated...
meal so the service was really important. I would highly recommend working with Chef's Choice to any bride.
Becca C
5.0
7/14/2018
So amazing. Good food and even better people at our wedding. We could not have asked for a better caterer for our special day!
Allison M
5.0
4/22/2018
The tasting was so much fun and the food was so good it was hard to narrow down our choices. We received many compliments on the hors d’ oeuvres and dinner. We were chasing down th...
e servers for more! So yummy and easy to work with. Recommend 100%!
Samantha T
5.0
12/01/2017
We can't say enough about how great Chef's Choice was! Not only were they our cheapest option, but they really worked with our various dietary restrictions and came up with a grea...
t menu. Our guests still rave to this day about the food! The staff brought us and the wedding party appetizers while we relaxed before our grand entrance at the reception. The staff also was very attentive to my husband and I through out the reception, even helping me bustle my dress and giving us a to go box of food! Choosing them was one of our best decisions.
Alexa O
5.0
10/28/2017
Clean up must have not been too bad, because I think our wedding guests cleared their plates, and we did too! Chef’s Choice appetizers and entrees were perfect, and we even had “s...
teak snobs” who said that their filet was one of the best steaks they ever had. Not only was the food good, but the service by the Chef’s Choice team was perfect: the set up was beautiful, the appetizers were perfect for cocktail hour, and bonus, the bride and groom received their own appetizer plate at their table! It was a relief that so many people enjoyed the food, because I often feel like the food that’s served at a wedding is a “given”, whereas this was a highlight for us and our wedding guests! The perfect food fueled a night of dancing, and made the overall day even better!
Sarah N
5.0
9/25/2017
Chef's Choice was absolutely AMAZING. My husband and I had to plan our wedding from a distance, but Chef's Choice made this so easy. Allison was SO responsive to every email. She w...
as willing to let our mothers come for a full tasting AND let us have our own tasting later in the month. The price was on point and they were very accommodating with letting us try many different options.
But most importantly- THEIR FOOD IS AMAZING. My dad is very particular about how beef tenderloin is prepared and he was FLOORED by how delicious the meat was. I sampled 3 of Cincinnati's "top caterers" beef tenderloin, and theirs was hands down the best. AND they were able to make it taste that same way for a large crowd of 190 guests! Very impressive. The vegetable sides, mashed potatoes, chicken, salad, rolls were also delicious!
As far as the wedding day- the staff was AMAZING. I was extremely impressed by their professionalism and willingness to make our day perfect. The rumor is "you don't eat on your wedding day".....well they helped me beat the odds on that! During the cocktail hour the catering staff found me and my husband with signature drinks and plates full of our passed appetizers. My husband and I never went to the bar once (they were constantly making sure our cups were full), and they walked to the buffet line with us and served us our dinners. Even during my dad's toast- I knocked his champagne on the ground by accident, and when he got back to his seat there was a full glass waiting :) The guests said the bartenders did an amazing job and it was the best wedding food they've ever had. Additionally, the catering staff was literally on their hands and knees ensuring the dance floor remained dry and did not get sticky from spilled drinks!!!! At the end of the night the entire staff was waiting in the back and I personally thanked them all for doing such an amazing job. Everyone was extremely impressed by their professionalism & the service was above and beyond. Thank you Chef's Choice for making our wedding day PERFECT!
Kaitlyn L
5.0
8/27/2017
Chef's Choice is absolutely AMAZING! Kristie was a pleasure to work with the entire planning process. During our reception, their whole entire staff team was on it! They made su...
re myself, my husband, and the rest of the bridal party got plenty of appetizers when we arrived and were extremely attentive to us the entire time. We also had a coldstone ice cream buffet (use Newport location) and they manned the station the entire night. I felt like Chef's Choice was my event planner once the reception started. Last thing, their prices cannot be beat and the food is amazing! We received endless compliments about the food and how it was the best our guests have ever had. We went with the salmon and filet paired plate and I wouldn't have changed a thing!
Jenna H
5.0
8/13/2017
Chef's choice was SO great for our wedding! Kristie was extremely responsive and helpful in picking our menu and running through different pricing options. They can make any menu v...
ision come to life at a price that can't be beat, so don't be afraid to ask if you want something specific. I loved that they sent me the full quote from day one with all charges laid out clearly- no hidden fees at all! We went to a private and group tasting, all free of charge which was amazing. The food is also fantastic- all of our guests could not stop talking about it. Chef's choice staff during our wedding went above and beyond!! Honestly, we could not believe how awesome they were. They kept checking in with us (bride and groom) to see if we needed any more food or drink refills or anything else. They also brought two trays of appetizers to the ceremony space while we took pictures so the wedding party could have some! The main lady in charge of the catering at our wedding told me that it was her anniversary and that she was so happy to be at a wedding while her husband was away- she was one of the best things about our day! I could not recommend this company enough! You will not be disappointed!
Taylor S
4.0
7/18/2017
We chose Chef’s Choice Catering as they were one of the preferred vendors through our venue and they were one of the most affordable options. Initially, I had some issues with a la...
ck in responsiveness and I was very concerned as we were off to a rough start after paying our deposit and booking. As the planning process went on our representative, Kristie, became more responsive and helpful but we did have a few hiccups along the way. Communication issues persisted throughout the process but significantly improved as we got closer to our wedding date (about 4-5 months out). Kristie did go out of her way to ensure that we had the plastic dishes that we wanted to save costs and that was very much appreciated!
Our wedding day went smoothly and the food was AMAZING! The team even put together a beautiful Pinterest-inspired cupcake display and it turned out exactly as I wanted it to look. Our guests were impressed with the food, especially the short rib!
Overall, the food was great and the planning process was okay. I would’ve been more at ease if the communication and responsiveness would have been better throughout the entire process, not just the last few months. I would recommend Chef’s Choice Catering!
Emily H
5.0
5/14/2017
They were nothing short of amazing for our reception. Kristie was extremely helpful planning our menu. She was quick to answer my many emails and numerous questions. Our guests rav...
ed about how good the food was (especially the pretzel crusted chicken - we highly recommend it)!! If you pick Chef's Choice, you won't be disappointed!
Kara M
5.0
10/28/2016
Chef's Choice did an EXCELLENT job with our wedding catering.
Our manager, Allison, did an excellent job. She was extremely responsive and flexible, and did everything in her powe...
r to make sure the wedding day went smoothly.
The food was also amazing -- our guests were commenting on how good the food was. The cost for our food was very reasonable.
Chef's Choice was also flexible in allowing us to bring our own alcohol (and their licensed bartenders served it for us). As a microbrew family, this was a huge plus.
The catering staff went above and beyond, helping to clean up after the reception WAY beyond what they were required to do. We had such a fantastic experience. I would go out of my way to recommend Allison and her team to any couple!
Kara (McManus) Geldermans
Wedding: Oct 22, 2016, Muhlhauser Barn, West Chester, OH
Jane P
5.0
8/13/2016
Thank you Chef’s Choice for the wonderful food and service for my daughter’s wedding in July. We knew at the tasting we made the right choice! They were so easy to work with. I ...
heard from many - “It was the best wedding food I’ve ever had!” Kristie was great to work with throughout. And during our event, she and the staff were so professional, friendly and attentive. Thanks again!
Anne M
5.0
7/11/2016
I grew up with a mother in purchasing, and one thing she always warned me about was "be wary the low bid". So, let's just say, when we got a quote from Chef's Choice for a seated ...
dinner with appetizers that was THOUSANDS less than the competitors, I was extremely wary. We set up a tasting anyway, and I did not look back since. The food at each tasting we went to (we went to 3) was exceptional. Two of those tastings were actually open tastings at event centers where you could try the food as it would be cooked at the wedding. Those were even better than the initial meeting at their office. In fact, our last tasting was actually at our reception site, and that really allowed us to know what the food would taste like on our wedding day. Chef's Choice was extremely accommodating to our requests - whether that be special salads for food allergies, or even making up new appetizer recipes for us. Yes, they did that, and they rocked. We have had countless people tell us that our wedding had the best food they've ever had at a wedding. My new brother in law actually said it was the best steak he's ever had. The service was also exceptional, no one was ever wanting for something they didn't have, and the server for the sweetheart table was exceptionally sweet and attentive (she even brought me drinks from the bar). I cannot recommend Chef's Choice enough - they are the best caterer I have experienced in Cincinnati. Word to the wise: try the maple bacon, you won't regret it.
Emily M
5.0
7/26/2015
Jill and her staff made the most amazing wedding dinner for us!!! From our tasting to our wedding day Jill kept in contact with us, had a walk through with us and answers all of ou...
r questions! I am going to us Chef's Choice for my next catering need!!! Thank you!!!
Jessica B
5.0
5/04/2015
We chose Chef's Choice out of 3 options for caterers offered to us through our venue. We were told by out wedding coordinator that they had good food at the most reasonable price o...
f the 3 options, and they definitely did not disappoint. They had a huge variety of choices for everything, and were able to accommodate our needs for a mostly-vegetarian menu on a fairly limited budget. The food was delicious, and for about 60 people, the price seemed very spot-on. They provided the table linens and were able to match our napkin color to our chosen wedding colors very well, and all of the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Emily B
5.0
1/20/2015
Chef's Choice is amazing! We worked with Jill for over a year and a half on what we wanted for our wedding. We were able to attend an open house Chef's Choice was hosting and tri...
ed a number of different appetizers, main courses, and sides! It was great to get the variety and we were able to decide on the menu for our wedding! The Chef's Choice staff was amazing at our reception, cleaning up and making sure everyone had what they needed. We could not have asked for better service or a better caterer.
Jackie K
5.0
10/21/2014
Chef Choice was my favorite vendor. They were super helpful with all of my questions and let me make last minute changes the day before the wedding. The food was excellent! I would...
recommend them to any bride!
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