Say "I do" to Johnny Burke Catering & Events!
Boston and surrounding areas
Travel area: No travel restrictions See details
AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
We understand that your wedding day is one of the most meaningful moments of your life — and we’re here to make it truly unforgettable.
As a full-service catering company, we believe that wedding catering should be more than just a meal. It’s an experience that reflects who you are as a couple. Our team is here to guide you, listen to your vision, and help create a day that feels authentically and beautifully you.
With a blend of culinary expertise, creative flair, and heartfelt service, we’ll help you create a seamless, joyful, and truly memorable experience — for you, your partner, and every guest at your table.
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Cuisine
American
BBQ
Cajun
French
Greek
Italian
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Southwestern
Dietary Options
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Nut Free
Organic
Sugar Free
Vegan
Vegetarian
Food & Catering
Buffet
Catering Clean Up
Catering Delivery & Setup
Chef Stations
Family Style
Menu Tastings
Passed Appetizers
Seated Meal
Servers
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Danielle & AmbyThe PlannersWe can't wait to plan with you!
- Johnny BurkeOwnerChef owned & operated.
Reviews
4.6
out of 5.011 reviews
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Sophia G
5.0
10/16/2025
We cannot say enough wonderful things about our catering team, Johnny Burke, and especially Amby and Danielle.
When we first started planning our wedding, I did what most couples ...
do and began by contacting the catering companies on our venue’s preferred vendor list. But after several conversations, I was honestly underwhelmed. The follow-through, response times, and overall creativity just didn’t match what we were hoping for. I wanted a team that felt as excited and invested in our vision as we were. That’s when I decided to expand my search beyond the list, and I am so glad I did.
From the very first phone call, Danielle completely changed the tone of the experience. She was professional, warm, and incredibly organized, and I knew right away we had found our team. She took the time to really listen to what we wanted, asked all the right questions, and made me feel confident and cared for from day one.
From there, Amby took the reins and truly brought everything to life. She was a joy to work with, responsive, attentive to detail, and endlessly creative. Every menu suggestion she made showed thoughtfulness and flair, and she went above and beyond to make sure everything was seamless. On the day of the wedding, the food was absolutely phenomenal—beautifully presented, perfectly executed, and full of flavor. We’re still hearing from guests about how incredible the meal was, and trust me, they mean it!
Working with Johnny Burke Catering was one of the best decisions we made in our entire planning process. They exceeded every expectation and made us feel like our wedding truly mattered to them. If you’re looking for a team that not only delivers exceptional food but also genuine care, professionalism, and heart, look no further. This is the team you want in your corner.
Response from Johnny Burke Catering & Events on 10/17/2025
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and thoughtful words. It truly means the world ...
to us to hear that your experience with Johnny Burke Catering & Events.
From the very beginning, our goal is to make every couple feel seen, heard, and celebrated, and it’s so rewarding to know that we were able to bring your vision to life in a way that exceeded your expectations. Danielle and Amby will be absolutely thrilled to hear your feedback, they care deeply about each event and pour their hearts into every detail.
It was an absolute honor to be part of your special day, and we’re so happy to hear that your guests are still raving about the food! Thank you again for trusting us and for taking the time to share your experience. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and great meals together.
Andy E
5.0
10/26/2022
From the start to finish, the folks at Johnny Burke are pros. We couldn't have been more pleased with the communication, service, and quality of food that we received for our wedd...
ing. We hosted our wedding at a local farm, outdoors. Johnny Burke worked with us on the menu to incorporate a lot of the veggies from the farm itself, which was important to us. A real farm to table dinner...at the farm! Our guests raved about the meal, with several commenting that it was the best wedding food they had ever had. On the day of the event, the service was impeccable. They quickly took control and set everything up exactly according to plan with the farm event planners. Staff was always available when needed and seemed to magically fade away when they were hard at work making sure everything was perfect.
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Kendall M
1.0
10/12/2021
I had such high hopes for Johnny Burke Catering. We had a phone call and discussed a menu. I was told I'd be getting a menu and proposal sent to me within the next few days. Nev...
er came. Then on Aug 6th, i got a voicemail apologizing for the delay and they would send something over the next week. Still nothing. I reached out them in the beginning of September and they again apologized and said they would get something to me after Labor Day. Nothing. I finally emailed them back asking what was going on and I understand they are busy but its been months now with nothing. No response. I do not recommend them and I do not want to do business with them.
Madeline P
5.0
2/25/2021
Johnny and his team are not only warm and down to earth, but they are professional, diligent, and so flexible. We had to change our location a week before our wedding and Johnny & ...
the team readily accommodated. They worked seamlessly through the night. The food was absolutely delicious and plated beautifully. We felt like we were at a 5 star high end restaurant. Plus, so many of our guests commented on how delicious the food was!! Lastly I just have to say as the bride I did not need to worry about a single thing. Johnny is the best.
Colleen B
5.0
2/25/2021
What can I say about Johnny? He's professional, organized, easy going and an excellent chef! Like many 2020 couples, our original wedding plans had to change at the last minute and...
we were faced with planning a brand new wedding in a couple month's time. We had to find completely new vendors as our wedding location changed states, but lucky for us we found Johnny. We immediately knew we were in good hands after our first phone call with him. He was easy to talk to, understanding of our situation and budget, listened to our vision, our likes and dislikes, offered COVID friendly services and strategies, and helped layout a plan that alleviated much of the stress we were feeling. Not only did he come up with an AMAZING menu, but he took care of all the rentals we needed for our intimate wedding. Everyone at our wedding couldn't stop talking about how good the food was, the beautiful presentation of the food and the excellent service provided by Johnny's team. I really can't recommend Johnny Burke enough. I would hire him for another event in a heartbeat and I know everything would be executed to the highest standard and we would enjoy the planning process with him.
Julia L
5.0
10/01/2020
I'm so happy that we were recommended to work with Johnny and his team for our small wedding, which was held aboard the Valiant in Boston Harbor. Johnny was so friendly, quick to r...
espond, helpful and flexible throughout our planning process, and was able to come up with a great plan in a *very* short amount of time! He helped us make a plan that worked with our budget and was adaptable and easy-going around a few last-minute changes. He accommodated our guests with dietary restrictions, too. The food was AMAZING, every bite, and the servers on his team were so kind and helpful. They made our wedding dinner absolutely perfect and memorable. Thank you, Johnny & team!
Meghan R
5.0
9/23/2020
Johnny and his team are the epitome of professional, while still being down to earth and so much fun :) We had to change our reception venue, like many people, due to COVID. We end...
ed up having a smaller reception in my parents' backyard and Johnny was there every step of the way. He created a custom menu for us, based on our heritage and love of travel. After speaking with some other caterers (with the typical chicken/beef/fish options), I was surprised to find that I was actually super excited about our menu this time!! A lot of people told us that we would be stressed/overwhelmed on our wedding day and that the whole day would become a blur, but that didn't happen for us at all. We felt present and cared for during the entire day, and much of that was due to Johnny and his staff. He checked in on us every so often during the night, making sure that we were happy and seeing if we needed anything. Plus, the food was delicious!! Thank you so much Johnny, we wouldn't have chosen anyone else. In fact, we had such a great experience that Johnny is going to be catering my sister's wedding in a few months as well!
Lindsay O
5.0
9/23/2020
We hired Johnny Burke for our boat micro wedding. The boat did not have a kitchen, but somehow Johnny and his team delivered a dream meal that was out of this world. From individua...
l cheese & cracker plates for guests to grab and go as they pleased, chips and guac served in individual cups, flatbreads and lobster rolls passed around... to a fresh summer salad that was larger than most salads that are served at any wedding I’ve been to... to tender steak that you could cut with a butter knife that melted in your mouth, served with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Johnny and I developed the custom menu to correlate with my husband and I’d favorite foods. The sky was the limit and he was willing to do anything. 10 stars for Johnny Burke Catering!
Jennifer D
5.0
3/06/2020
We hired Johnny Burke Catering for a very high end corporate recognition dinner at my CEO’s home for 16 people. I was so impressed with the service we received. Johnny made a poi...
nt of doing a site visit to the home and met with my CEO’s wife and me to discuss the event and our preferences. He had a lot of great suggestions to help guide our thinking and make decisions. I loved that he also was so flexible! When we weren’t completely certain about something, Johnny would say ‘why don’t we go with this for now and we could always change it?’ It was a relief to feel like we weren’t locked in on everything.
He provided a full service operation! His team brought in all the glassware, dishes, and serveware. My CEO and his wife so appreciated that they didn’t have to worry about clean up after the event. They prepared and set a beautiful table for the dinner. His staff functioned as chefs, servers, and bartenders—they were all so attentive to our guests’ needs.
Johnny developed and executed a menu that was Ah-mazing. We started with passed hors d’oeuvres that were cool and different and interesting (short ribs with polenta and butternut hush puppies). Then we sat down for the first course of crab cake, followed by a plated salad that looked just elegant. We opted for a buffet dinner and enjoyed gnocchi, ribeye and salmon. Often buffets can start to look ‘tired’ and messy quickly, but the staff was quick to keep the platters refreshed and looking full. We finished with a dessert of chocolate and fruit duet that was lovely.
Johnny and his staff set a very high bar. They have great knowledge and experience, they are extremely professional and have great attitudes, and they are full of energy and passion for what they do. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Johnny Burke Catering for any important event you are planning.
Lisa F
5.0
2/13/2020
If you want a creative, delicious event, then please try Johnny Burke's Catering. Johnny is masterful! He is creative, responsive, and works within any budget. His food is of the h...
ighest quality, delicious, and presented beautifully. He and his staff are high energy and will leave your guests (and you) very happy! I can't say enough good things about him.
Jess C
5.0
7/11/2017
Johnny organized an amazing raw bar for my rehearsal dinner on the beach down in Scituate, MA. The seafood was so fresh and beautifully displayed - everyone loved it!! Johnny was a...
pleasure to work with. He is very dependable and will do everything in his power to make your event memorable.
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