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Russo's Catering is proud to be a preferred caterer at several premier venues across St. Louis, MO. With over 60 years of experience, Russo's Catering has established a strong presence in the community through its commitment to catering for a range of local events, including weddings and corporate events. The team at Russo's takes great pride in coordinating every element of your event, ensuring each detail is handled with precision from beginning to end.
Russo's Catering has a rich history of catering for various events, from humble backyard gatherings to formal dinners. They offer all-inclusive bridal packages unique to each venue. From the bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, and reception to the post-wedding brunch, they can help plan any of your wedding events!
Russo's Catering also prides itself on creating customizable menus that cater to personal preferences and budgets while accommodating most dietary restrictions. Couples are invited to experience a Tasting Tour, sampling a variety of appetizers, salads, desserts, and entrees to perfect their wedding menu. Options include an array of salads, signature entrees, carved meats, and side dishes, with additional choices like Italian pasta stations, sliders, stir fry, and street taco bars. Russo's can even craft a bespoke wedding cake with custom flavors and designs, ensuring it perfectly complements your wedding theme.
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4.7
out of 5.0211 reviews
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Reviewers had a fantastic experience with Russo's Catering, praising their delicious food, professional service, and helpful staff. Multiple reviewers highlighted the responsiveness and helpfulness of the catering coordinators, such as Abbey, Emily, Avery, and Kathy, who made the planning process seamless. Guests were highly impressed with the quality and presentation of the food, including appetizers, meals, and cakes, with many complimenting the buffet stations and late-night snacks. The affordability, attention to detail, inclusion of various event elements like linens and cake, and accommodating staff were also noted as major positives, making Russo's highly recommended for weddings and events.Review photos
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marcy f
5.0
11/26/2024
We worked with Abbey for our wedding and she was fantastic! She was responsive whenever we needed her and super helpful. The food was also delicious and we even had people ask us where the cake was from so they could order some! The onsite staff was also professional and very helpful. Would recommend!
Holly M
5.0
10/22/2024
Russo’s Catering did an excellent job for our wedding. They handled everything from the appetizers and plated meal to the cake, and the food was both delicious and well-presented. Our guests were very impressed. On top of that, they were affordable without compromising on quality. The team was professional, responsive, and easy to work with throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. I would highly recommend Russo’s to anyone looking for great food and reliable service at a reasonable price.
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Kaley S
5.0
10/13/2024
Russos catered our wedding at the McPherson Wedding Venue and was amazing! We did a package deal that included Food, Cake and Bar and I wouldn’t have changed a thing. The staff were so friendly and helpful during our wedding. The food was delicious, and our guests raved about it all night! The cake looked beautiful and was also delicious!
One highlight for us was our Catering Contact. Emily was great to work with and was very responsive throughout the planning process. Any questions I had she answered within 48 hours and she gave us any advice we needed. Highly recommend Russos for any event!
Ashley E
5.0
9/25/2024
Russo's catered our reception at The Main Street Abbey. We opted for buffet stations (tacos, sliders, and carving station). Every single item was outstanding! I received so many compliments from guests (notably the coleslaw, sliders, and veggie fajitas). The staff was absolutely amazing!! My guests commented how they were never in your way, but somehow were always right there if you needed something. They were so kind to me and my husband, making sure we had everything we needed, and going out of their way to check in on us throughout dinner. We also added gourmet cookies (so good), and late night snacks (t-ravs and soft pretzels) which were a HUGE hit. One guest even said they wanted to call and see if they could purchase the t-ravs direct from Russo's!! I have zero complaints and want to thank everyone at Russo's (our planner, Abbey, and all the day-of staff) for helping make this day absolutely perfect. 100/10 would recommend!!!!!
Catherine H
5.0
9/23/2024
Russo's rocks!!! The entire evening was fantastic! The food was phenomenal and we heard that from EVERYONE!!! They are an absolute joy to work with and I hope to work together again someday!!!
It was all over the top -The food, the service, the bar and all the set up that they did for us - fabulous!
Jean S
5.0
9/03/2024
I had to use Russo’s due to where I had my venue and their agreement. I don’t regret my decision one bit! I worked with Emily Otto and she was always on top of it. She helped plan out timelines and answered so many emails. She was always easy to get a hold of when in need. I would use them again.
Divinity A
5.0
8/21/2024
I can't say enough great things about Russo's Catering—they were absolutely perfect. From start to finish, everything went smoothly, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Planning our wedding was a breeze, thanks to Avery and Mark. They were so responsive and made sure we felt comfortable every step of the way. We never felt overwhelmed or stressed, which is a huge win, especially while in the middle of our last year of college. The staff were incredible—quick, efficient, and super friendly. They took care of everything so seamlessly that we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Jeff met my parents when they visited the Piazza Messina for a meeting and they mentioned how friendly and easy he was to talk to. They knew what we needed before we even asked. The food was fantastic, too. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how delicious everything was. The bar service was equally impressive; drinks were served smoothly and they even included our signature drinks. I don't even know where to start with the cake. The design looked beautiful and since it was also included, it was another thing we didn't have to worry about because they took care of it. Even though we weren’t there to see it, we heard the cleanup was done in record time. The staff’s efficiency was clear, and it was great knowing they handled everything so well. I even got to talk to Justin who was overseeing our event and was ensuring every detail was how we wanted it. Overall, Russo's made our wedding day truly unforgettable. If you’re looking for catering with fantastic service and amazing food, look no further. We’re so grateful for everything they did and couldn’t recommend them more!
Madison E
2.0
8/17/2024
Although we were pleased with the taste and presentation of the food, the planning process with this company was difficult. There was a lack of communication between the staff and myself, often going weeks in between getting responses or getting none at all. There was a lot of last minute back and forth days before the wedding due to the limited communication, which was incredibly frustrating. For the prices of the services and food, the planning and communication needs to be improved.
Frankie Y
5.0
4/23/2024
Russo’s went above and beyond at my wedding and I am so grateful to them! They not only catered to the wedding, they made sure to take care of my husband and I by making an appetizer plate, cake plate, and bringing us drinks! They were so kind and professional! And if that’s not enough, their food was outstanding! Wedding guests are still telling me how impressed they were at the food and cake! Highly recommend!
Hannah K
5.0
4/19/2024
Russo’s Catering was an excellent choice for our wedding and seamlessly provided food and drink service with care and professionalism. Russo’s provides a tasting day for prospective catering clients, which unfortunately we had to miss due to schedule constraints. However, in our phone calls and in-person conversations, Emily Otto helped us walk through details large and small, and listened to our thoughts and gave helpful suggestions when needed. On the day of our wedding, Russo’s staff comprising of bartenders, bus staff, and buffet managers were thorough and professional. It was a such relief to know that our food and drink needs were fully handled, allowing us to be able to be fully present for our big day. A special shout-out for the staff member escorted my wife’s food and drinks to the table for her. This small detail alone solidified that our choice to book Russo’s was a good one.
Now, onto the food! Friends and family alike raved about the buffet choices for weeks after the wedding. The food was fresh and delicious; the buffet offered enough variety to sample many dishes. Our guests with allergy needs were attended to with care and were provided excellent substitutions that were carefully considered and not just extra sides from the buffet. The cake that came with our wedding package was absolutely stunning and each flavor was a hit with our guests and wedding party. Finally, the bartenders were attentive and flexible for the venue which had multiple locations to serve which all flowed seamlessly.
Please consider booking Russo’s catering for the important event in your life. Their attentiveness and delicious dishes will allow you to be fully present knowing that you are supported by professionals.
Haley G
5.0
2/18/2024
Russo's is the exclusive caterer of the wedding venue we chose (McPherson) and we were very pleased to use them. They were a one stop shop for many things for our wedding including linens, tables, dinnerware, bar service, food, and the cake. We chose the simple elegance food package which includes a plated salad and buffet for the meal, bar, and cake. I have never seen the plated salad with a buffet before and really loved that our guests were able to have their salad while waiting to go to the buffet. The food was very good and the cake was AMAZING. So many people commented on how delicious the cake was. When choosing your food and other details you are able to choose a tiered cake design from a book of 10-12 simple designs at no extra cost, which we loved! We got a 4 tiered cake with every tier being a different flavor. The only extra fees aside from the initailly stated cost per person was an extra $2/person to extend the bar for 30 minutes and an extra $10 per vegetarian meal since we did not choose any vegetarian entrees. Other than that there are other extras that you can add but can easily get by without added fees. Every Russo's event is assigned a coordinator and Abbey was very responsive and accommodating with some last minute room arrangement changes. Overall, a very reasonable price for the quality and all that you get with using them.
Shanae C
3.0
2/18/2024
A member of the catering staff gave us an impromptu tour of our wedding venue (The McPherson), which went above and beyond. We chose the McPherson for our wedding venue, and Russo's has an exclusive catering contract with the venue. The food was great for our wedding and we got a lot of compliments from guests on the mac & cheese bar. The wedding cake flavors were the best I've ever had. The wedding day catering staff was excellent, friendly, professional, and exceeded expectations. Unfortunately, we worked with the catering coordinator Sherry, who was disorganized, forgetful, and rude at times. A previous reviewer mentioned that she is no longer working at Russo's, so hopefully, the process of coordinating catering has improved.
Jamie P
3.0
12/27/2023
the prices are insane and the food wasn't even that good. the lady we initially dealt with (sherry) was impossible to communicate with, she wouldn't respond for weeks and even after a follow up email.
the sampling dinner was fine, not much of a variety and we didn't even get to sample the stuff we were having for our night.
luckily, we were handed off to Abbey, if we weren't, we would probably give this place 1 star
Sarah F
5.0
12/15/2023
Russo's was absolutely incredible!! They were available for all of our questions and very professional. The food was incredible and the cake was BEAUTIFUL! Their service at the dinner was impeccable! We got so many compliments on the food and service. I would recommend them to anyone and everyone!!
Vendor response 12/15/2023
Thank you, Sarah! We appreciate your positive feedback! Would you mind telling us what you...
r wedding date was so we can pass this along to your coordinator, chef, and staff?
Taylor U
5.0
11/24/2023
The best wedding food we tasted! Staff was wonderful to work with, very accommodating during the planning and made everything seamless day of.
Dylanna J
5.0
11/20/2023
The food was perfect for my wedding! We had a buffet station style of three different stations and everyone was complementing how good the food was! The CAKE WAS AMAZING!!!
Angela R
5.0
11/10/2023
Everyone at our wedding was RAVING about the food and saying it was the best wedding food they have had. We got the passed appetizers at cocktail hour and those were a huge hit! We also did the stations menu and everyone loved how many options there were. The late night snack was also delicious. They do the wedding cake as well and even box up a separate cake for the newlyweds to take. The only slight con was that during the planning process it took a long time to receive email responses, but once it was wedding week everything was very timely, so it all worked out!
Caitlin B
5.0
11/05/2023
The food is absolutely amazing! I had several guests tell me it was the best food they've ever had at a wedding. They also do the cake which is a great added bonus. Would definitely recommend them for any event!
Jordan K
4.0
10/24/2023
We recently used Russo’s catering for our wedding in October of 2023. We originally were working with Sherry and we were not having a positive experience but after she resigned & Emily took over our experience dramatically shifted for the better. Emily was very attentive and responsive with all the details for our day. She had multiple phone meetings with us to ensure all the details for our day were perfect. The food was excellent and staff was very professional the day of! We chose stations instead of a plated or buffet dinner. I would say an option of the type of meal you plan to have would be nice for the trial instead of buffet only.
Rosina M
3.0
10/12/2023
My husband and I used Russo's as our caterer at the McPherson this fall. We would not recommend Russo's due to having a very frustrating time communicating with them throughout the whole process.
1. It often took over 5 days, sometimes over 2 weeks, to get any email response. The DJ, officiant, photographer relies on scheduling information only the caterer can provide, so having these delays was really frustrating.
2. Russo's staff will never reach out to you to schedule a meeting. Even though it says in the contract that a meeting should be had 2-3 months before your wedding, you must be the one to reach out to them to schedule it. It took over a month between me asking for my meeting, and actually having the meeting due to their very delayed responses.
3. After the outdoor ceremony, the groom was suddenly told we couldn't use the main room until after cocktail hour (AKA not until 1.25 hours into our venue rental time). I can't find any reference to this being told to us in advance. Due to this last minute update 55 people suddenly got crammed into the indoor bar area after the outdoor ceremony. We had to shout to the crowd to go back outside so we could actually gather people for photos. I'm still flabbergasted that we couldn't access the large room. I expected some air conditioned spaces close to the action so that grandparents could sit down. I'm glad we were not a larger wedding.
5. Only slightly annoying, but they wouldn't accept a personal cheque for our final payment. They initially asked that we hand-deliver a cashiers cheque in the week before the wedding. We just couldn't find time to visit the bank and drive to their office, so we had to ask about other payment methods. We ended up paying with credit card along with a 2.75% processing fee.
5. The day-of staff were all great. The food tasted great.
To be clear, I don't think the above issues are due to incompetence in the staff. They were all very nice. I simply expect that the planning team is understaffed and spread thin. Our initial event planner quit halfway through and I expect our second planner got overloaded.
I would not hire them again and may have chosen a different venue had I known how frustrating Russo's would be to work with as their exclusive caterer.
Allie K
5.0
8/21/2023
Russo's catered our wedding reception at the Missouri History Museum, and they were both amazing to work with and created an incredible experience for our guests. My fiancé and I really appreciated that the catering package covered SO many reception details (appetizers, meals, drinks, tables, linens, cake, and more), which made planning super easy and seamless. Our guests raved about the appetizers and our light night snack (milk and cookies!). Sherry was so wonderful to work with! She was very communicative, flexible, and accommodating. I also found it very helpful that she really knew the venue and had planned many receptions there before. They were able to accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions, which our guests really appreciated. The highlight for me was definitely our groom's cake (pictured) - I came to Sherry with an idea and she spoke to their pastry chef who was able to execute my vision better than I ever could have expected. Thank you, Russo's!
Alena H
5.0
8/15/2023
We recently used Russos for our wedding. We did the family style and it was perfect! We had around 190 people and everyone raved how wonderful the food was. Emily Otto (our contact person) went out of her way to help us make it perfect. Beautiful decor and linens. Special diet people were all very happy…. Even served gluten free cupcakes at the table to those on the list. Couldn’t be more pleased!! Service was impeccable!!
JANCEE J
2.0
8/13/2023
I was very excited about Russo's when we booked with our venue because it was the only caterer allowed and they did it all! Food, bar, linens, tables, cake, all of it! It was a one-stop shop and they had a huge menu to choose from. BUT I was EXTREMELY disappointed with the service I received.
1. Do not pay with a personal check here. Go to your bank and get a cashier's check. I put my deposit down with them and the next day I started receiving car insurance quotes with my OLD address on my check (two addresses prior and not available on a Google search)! I called immediately once I figured out what was happening and they denied it all. The receptionist finally admitted they had an IT breach a couple weeks prior. I still do not know if it was an employee or a leftover "bot" pulling info from their system, but they were the only people who had all of the pieces of information that were used on the applications. I tried to change caterers but my venue wouldn't let me because they had the liquor license. No reduction in price was made. Looking back, I should have changed caterers and kept the bar with them.
2. Besides the identity theft scare, I could not get my rep to respond to emails. She would take over a week, sometimes two. I am a consultant and if I did that to my clients, I would be out of a job. Getting any information or asking questions was terrible and slow.
3. Remember the big menu? Well a blessing and a curse. They offer tastings once or twice a month. We had a short engagement so I only had two tastings I could attend. I expected a "Golden Corral" buffet style tasting based on what they had on their menu. We instead received a mock dinner buffet with 3 entrees, 2 carved meats, 4 sides, and 3 kinds of cake. We chose the cheapest menu because of budget and only ONE item that we tasted was on my menu. I could pay to attend another tasting and pay additional fees to have them make the dishes I wanted to taste. They did make accommodations and substituted menu items I had tasted that were not on my menu.
The only reason they are getting two stars is because the food and cake was delicious and day-of service was excellent.
Brianna S
5.0
7/07/2023
We had Russo’s cater our wedding reception and let me tell you, it was worth every penny!! We had it buffet style/ staffed event. There were four staff members that really went above and beyond for us!! All of our guests said it was the best wedding food they have had, and our cake was yummy and beautiful as well!! The China they used were perfect. I did not have to worry a single time about our dinner or the service that was provided. I would highly highly recommend Russos!!
Lupi C
1.0
6/23/2023
Very disappointed! I regret hiring this caterer for my Daughter's wedding at Silver Lake Chateau in Pacific, MO. Sherry was our coordinator and her lack of attention to detail caused many issued on my daughter's special day. We decided to go with a plated meal, (would definately not recommend) . The food was served tepid, the sides were dry and bland. The cake, although tasty, did not look like the photo we submitted, and was not displayed on a cake stand. The charger plates for thevtabke setting and the chafing dishes for the evening snack were not delivered. Imaging having meetings and conversations about all the details for such an important event and then finding out that those details were not added to your order! AUGH!!
Lindsey S
5.0
6/18/2023
I recently had the pleasure of hiring Russo's to cater our rehearsal dinner, and they absolutely knocked it out of the park!
We did a "St Louis Themed" dinner with salad, toasted ravioli, and pizza. It was wonderful! They were also accommodating to dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring that everyone had delicious options to enjoy.
The service was great as well. The staff members were friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everyone was taken care of. They seamlessly handled all aspects of the event, allowing us to relax and enjoy the evening with our loved ones.
If you're in need of a caterer that will impress your guests with incredible food, outstanding service, and attention to detail, I highly recommend Russo's. They are a fantastic team of professionals who will make your special event a memorable and delicious success!
Aaron B
5.0
5/29/2023
Planning was smooth and easy. The staff was helpful, on time, and extremely professional.
James S
5.0
5/03/2023
Outstanding venue, many seating areas to choose from during our event; well thought-out dance floor area, great PA system, plenty of room for mingling but also a lot of secluded nooks if you wanted a quiet getaway from the noise and energy. Good variety of Menu packages to choose from; the staff paid very special attention to the smaller details which made all the difference for our guests, especially regarding the place settings and seating ergonomics; also I really liked the food and beverage services provided for the bridal party pre-ceremony. Lots of natural lighting made for a spacious feel throughout. Feedback from every one of our 250+ guests was overwhelmingly positive. Thanks to Mr Russo and his fine staff for making this a first-class event, the best one I ever attended.
Rebecca B
4.0
4/25/2023
Only dropped to 4 stars because we felt the tasting options could have been improved. We would have preferred being able to try a more personalized menu, closer to what we were wanting to serve. But beyond that, all the people we worked with here were amazing and helped ease a lot of stress from the day. Emily did a great job working with us and helping us get what we wanted, as well as communicating with all of our other vendors. The night of, Robin was fantastic and made sure my husband and I were fed and checked in with us multiple times throughout the night.
Andrea D
5.0
12/23/2022
Russo's Catering did a great job for our wedding at Piazza Messina. Emily was our event coordinator and she did an outstanding job! I did not have to worry about anything on my wedding day because Emily and the team did such a great job.
Even though we had a large guest list, dinner was served efficiently and everyone was able to eat in a timely manner. We received many compliments on both the food and cake at our wedding. Everything was delicious!! The Russos and all the staff at Piazza Messina truly care about making your event amazing.
Emily U
5.0
11/08/2022
The food was amazing! We worked with Courtney for all of our planning and she was super helpful. The day of the staff was all very nice and they checked in with us multiple times. My only regret is wishing I had more time to eat the appetizers !
Elizabeth B
5.0
10/29/2022
We chose Russo’s from a field of 9 prospective caterers available at the Barnett on Washington in St Louis because their diverse menu was just right for our blended guests from the East Coast and the Mid West. Also, while booking during the pandemic , it was important to hire a company that had a long history with a great reputation. Russo’s worked seamlessly with the Barnett staff and all the food was delicious . Highlights included the Hickory Smoked Pork Roast and Eggplant Parmesan Napoleon. We were able to do a 4 appetizer cocktail hour and staffed buffet dinner with cake and 2 additional desserts for under $50 a person enabling us to stick to a reasonable budget for 86 guests.
Monika H
5.0
10/27/2022
Our food was amazing! Service was outstanding too!
Kimberly M
1.0
10/25/2022
While the food Russo’s served at our wedding was legitimately delicious, their service was incredibly disappointing. They were really understaffed for our event, showed up late, were 15-20 minutes late opening the bar during the cocktail hour, about 45 minutes late serving dinner, and were so stressed out at various times throughout the reception that they yelled at the groom, the mother of the bride, guests, and at one point cussed out a table that wasn’t unfolding properly.
We paid extra for gluten free meals that went unserved (two guests got them on request, three others never did). We also paid extra for a keg of beer that was never made available to the guests (Russo’s says it was there, but the bartender said it wasn’t when asked night of). We’ve reached out to them about a refund on the extras that weren’t served, but they’ve been uncooperative.
Vendor response 10/26/2022
Kimmy & Peter,
We were incredibly sorry to hear of these instances taking place the day of...
your wedding. It is saddening to hear the miscommunication from the staff after we all worked so much for the day to be great. We are working on refunding the items you spoke with Mark Russo on the phone about. Again, our sincere apologies. Best wishes, Sherry & the Russo’s team
Olivia G
5.0
8/10/2022
I had my wedding at The McPherson where Russo’s is the exclusive caterer. We ended up doing the stations type menu and it was fabulous, there was something for everyone! We worked with Kathy throughout the planning process and she was super helpful. The week leading up to the wedding, I was an anxious mess (as I would guess a lot of brides are) and whenever I sent her an email, she replied back promptly and always eased my concerns. I don’t think I could have gotten through that week without her. Also, my guests loved the food and cake and are still talking about how great it was. The staff they provided for the night of the event were also amazing- everyone went above and beyond to be friendly and professional. I could not have asked for a better team.
Nancy F
5.0
8/09/2022
Delicious dinner and wedding cake!! We received many complements on the food at our daughter’s wedding reception. And that cake was amazing! All of the Russo’s staff, from the event coordinator to the Team leads, wait staff and bartenders were professional, and friendly!! It was a very good experience overall.
Vendor response 08/11/2022
Thanks Nancy! It was such a pleasure working with you!
Everything turned out gorgeous and...
we can't wait to see the professional pictures!
- Courtney
Margarett W
5.0
7/07/2022
Five star service and professional staff. Kathy Costello was terrific to work with and she knew her stuff! The event staff were terrific. One thing I’d change is to ask them to save us dessert! We missed that but all else was great!
Vendor response 07/19/2022
Thank you Margarett! It was so nice to work with you as well.
You can order desserts ala ...
carte anytime you get a Russo's craving!!
- Kathy
Emily H
5.0
6/18/2022
We used Russo's for our rehearsal dinner at A. Casa and the food was amazing! Everything from the appetizers to deserts was perfect and the staff were great as well. Can't recommend Russo's enough!
Vendor response 07/19/2022
Thank you Emily! It was such a pleasure working with you!
CONGRATS and I hope the wedding ...
went well.
Courtney & Toni
Christine A
5.0
6/05/2022
Everyone at my wedding said it was some of the best food they had ever had! My husband was wishing away the cocktail hour because he was so excited for dinner! Russo's was so easy to work with, was clear in what they provided and easy to communicate with. Could not have asked for a better caterer!
Vendor response 07/19/2022
We are so happy you enjoyed everything, thank you!
Congrats to you both and wishing you a...
life time of love and happiness!
Kristina B
5.0
5/05/2022
Russo’s did a fantastic job for our wedding. Cathy was always available to answer questions & quick at responding. The food was delicious, as well as the cake & we couldn’t have asked for more. Everything was perfect & I would highly recommend Russo’s.
Vendor response 07/19/2022
Thank you for the review, we are so happy you enjoyed everything! Congrats to you both!
Megan C
5.0
5/04/2022
Toni was easy and straight to the point. Our wedding cake was gorgeous and delicious. I highly recommend working with Russo's.
Kayla S
5.0
4/26/2022
Everything was delicious and the entire process was so smooth! I couldn’t have asked for anything better!
Stephaine F
5.0
4/06/2022
Mark and Tony really brought my vision to life! My desserts were delicious and the presentation was wonderful.
Emily S
5.0
3/19/2022
Russo's had delicious options and the cake was beyond what we expected. We got endless compliments on the food from our guests.
Bradie S
5.0
1/22/2022
Russo’s was exceptional in every aspect. Courtney is absolutely wonderful and is such a right hand woman for any bride to be. The food is incredible and I can’t say enough about the service and team with Russo’s catering.
Vendor response 01/24/2022
Thanks Bradie! It so much fun getting to work with you and Andrew!
It was one of the pret...
tiest wedding receptions I have ever worked! Congrats to you both! :)
- Courtney
Marisa S
5.0
1/17/2022
We recommend Russo’s to every bride and groom!!! We were amazed with their services. We had our wedding at Piazza Messina, and the room was even more beautiful than I could have imagined. Both Brenna and Courtney worked with me to ensure that my vision could come to life-from tracking down the right color linens to finding unique glassware I was looking for- they were so extremely helpful (and patient!). Tom Russo is a magician in the kitchen and we are still getting compliments on the menu. He and his team outdid themselves. The staff was so easy to work with and worked so hard to make our day feel so special for us. We can’t wait to attend another wedding here. What a great atmosphere!
Vendor response 01/24/2022
Thanks Marisa, it was a blast working with you and Patrick! We loved the light blue accent...
s you added to the reception, so elegant and pretty! We wish you both the best!
- Russo's Team!
Ashlyn R
5.0
1/17/2022
Russo's Catering is the best!!! They provided top-notch service and food for our wedding. They went above and beyond to make everything perfect. We are so thankful for them and our wedding would not have been the same without them.
Vendor response 01/17/2022
Thank you Ashlyn, we are so happy for you and Tommy!
Everything was BEAUTIFUL and it was ...
such a pleasure working with you both!
- Courtney Mummert
Katie V
5.0
1/15/2022
Russo’s was the absolute best! All the food was amazing and cooked perfectly. Kathy was really easy to work with and they were able to meet and accommodate every request we had for the menu. The food was the best wedding food we’ve ever had and we got so many complements from our guests on how good the food was. I would highly recommend for any catering needs.
Anne L
5.0
10/21/2021
Russo's catered our reception at the Missouri History Museum and did a phenomenal job! The food and drink were delicious and the staff was so helpful. We received a ton of compliments about our appetizers, food stations, dessert station, and bar!
Kathy helped us to plan the event and was so helpful and patient with us throughout the entire process. It was an added bonus that she had planned many receptions at our venue and had a good working relationship with the coordinator there.
Vendor response 12/13/2021
Thank you Anne, it was a pleasure working with you both!
We wish you a lifetime of happin...
ess and thanks for choosing Russos's!
- Kathy
Kylie B
5.0
10/20/2021
Russo's catered our wedding at Piazza Messina on September 18th and holy moly was it fantastic! The dinner, drinks, and desserts were all incredible! The entire night (and still to this day), our guests told us that it was the best food that they have ever had! They were able to accommodate to those with dietary restrictions (gluten free and dairy free) which was very important to us. Thank you, Russo's! You guys truly outdid yourselves!
Vendor response 12/13/2021
We are so pleased that you enjoyed the food and reception! thanks for the notes, we will m...
ake sure to pass along to the chefs and staff!
Thanks!
Julia K
5.0
10/15/2021
You cannot beat the combination of quality and price in any other catering place in St. Louis. There are a ton of options (including vegetarian!) and they were even able to cater to multiple guests with very specific food allergies. The food was good and the staff were professional. Also--the cake that comes with the bridal packages is such a great bonus. It tasted amazing and was beautifully made exactly to our design (complete with gold drip)- and fed all our guests! I was so impressed.
Christi H
5.0
10/08/2021
Russo’s has the best food hands down! They were very professional and delivered a beautiful buffet for our wedding. They created a beautiful cake for us as well. We were so happy with the food and our guests were too!
Vendor response 12/13/2021
Thank you so much Christi! It was a pleasure working with you too!
CONGRATS :)
Valerie B
5.0
10/05/2021
I don’t know how to even begin with the praise for Russo’s catering for our daughters wedding reception. First, we walked into the venue and saw the most beautiful, custom designed cake down to the last perfect detail that my daughter had specified in photos she sent to the pastry chef. The recreated Mexican style tiles on the bottom layer, as well as the simple elegant icing details on the rest of the cake were gorgeous. Our guests were literally in awe. When the staff passed appetizers on silver trays it only got better. Not only was the presentation appealing and elegant, the tastes of each item were delicious. The cucumber crab bites were cold, crunchy and refreshing, and the toasted ravioli was hot and crisp, not soggy as is often the case elsewhere. At dinner time the buffet was arranged beautifully, and staff served each item. The food was plentiful, the choices were exactly as we specified, and the taste was even better than at our private tasting. Again, our guests raved. Everything was served exactly on time, hot and fresh. And kudos to the staff…they were so professional and pleasant in how they dressed and how gracefully they moved through the crowd, keeping the food refilled and lines moving seamlessly. The experience from the first phone call to Courtney over a year ago with first inquiries to the final event has been nothing short of excellent. It means so much to trust with the food for people like us who are “foodies”, for an occasion that will be remembered for a lifetime. Thank you so much and please pass this onto the chefs who shared a Mexican family recipe just for us, and the pastry chef who artfully crafted the beautiful and delicious cake for a baker’s family, and the staff who executed everything perfectly. It really was the most memorable and perfect wedding reception thank you so much!!
Vendor response 12/13/2021
Thank you SO Much for the kind words! It was so fun working with you all too.
I loved how ...
the cake turned out and all the small detail you spent on the decor and extras did not go un-notice! Congrats to you both!
- Courtney
Jacqueline H
5.0
10/03/2021
I cannot recommend Russo’s enough. I hired them to cater my daughter’s backyard wedding reception and they knocked it out of the park! The food was amazing! The appetizers, the buffet and the cake were delicious and beautifully presented! The Char Crust Top Round of Beef carved to order was perfection!! Numerous guests commented it was the best wedding food that had ever had. The service was also fabulous. The team worked clean and neat and were very accommodating. Our wedding coordinator , Courtney, did a great job of communicating and made the planning process fun and easy. I cannot say enough good things about Russo’s. They made my daughter’s wedding reception an affair to remember! Great job Russo’s !!
Vendor response 12/13/2021
Thank you Jackie, the wedding turned out GORGEOUS and it was such a pleasure working with ...
you for both the wedding and the shower, thank you!!
- Courtney
Jeanne S
5.0
9/29/2021
Russo catering Was excellent to work with the food was exceptional! They were on top of everything they helped us keep our event well organized and did everything to make it a special day for my daughter and her new husband. I would highly recommend them!
Vendor response 09/29/2021
Thank you Jeanne! It was a pleasure working with you both!
Thanks for choosing Russo's!
...
- Courtney Mummert
Elyssa C
5.0
9/21/2021
We booked Russo's as our wedding caterer and we as well as our guests, were not disappointed! First and foremost, the food is AMAZING!! Weeks later and people are still talking about how good our wedding food was-- especially the BLT rigatoni pasta (absolutely amazing). The food from start to finish was so good-- the passed appetizers, the buffet and the cake. Additionally, Toni was a joy to work with throughout the planning process. She was extremely attentive, communicative and helpful! You will not be disappointed by the help/planning as well as the food and cake that comes with booking Russo's as your caterer!
Vendor response 09/21/2021
Thank you Elyssa for our great review! Our team at Russo's strive for giving our clients ...
the best. And working with you and Jordan was a pleasure. Best of luck to you both! Toni
Molly R
5.0
9/20/2021
For my daughter's September 17th wedding, Russo's was FANTASTIC! The food was the best I have ever had at a wedding, hands down the absolute best. The Russo's staff was courteous and professional. Every one of our guests, and I mean every one of them, complimented the catering and the staff. Our coordinator Courtney Mummert was amazing, start to finish. Thank you Russo's for a beautiful event!
Vendor response 09/20/2021
Thank you so much Molly! It was such a pleasure working with both you and Leah!
Congrats ...
and I wish you the best :)
- Courtney
Kim P
5.0
9/02/2021
Russo's was AMAZING!! Kathy helped us plan all of our son and daughter-in-law's reception down to the last detail and was so easy to work with. The set up was perfect. The cocktails and passed appetizers were awesome. The dinner was delicious. The cake was not only beautiful but yummy. We have received many compliments on everything.
Vendor response 09/02/2021
Thank you for the lovely review, Kim! It was such a pleasure to work with you and Jordan,...
and so glad that you were pleased with our services! Can't wait to see more photos, and wishing you all the best! Kathy
Kaylann J
5.0
7/07/2021
Food and cake was absolutely perfect for our wedding! Pricing is super fair and great for all budgets. There are so many different options to choose from, from buffets to food stations to a high quality plated meal. The servers/bartenders were super friendly and professional. A lot is included in the bridal packages - linens, plates, silverware, bar, and cake or dessert bar! Would definitely work with them again for our next event.
Kate B
5.0
6/23/2021
First, Kathy is amazing to work with. She worked with us for nearly 2 years due to the COVID19 pandemic and having to postpone our initial reception. Our guests loved the food and their day-of service couldn't have been better. All staff members were polite, professional, and went above and beyond to make sure our day went exactly as planned.
Vendor response 06/24/2021
Thanks for the lovely review, Kate! It was such a pleasure working with the two of you! ...
It was so wonderful to see you both finally enjoy the celebration that you deserve, after waiting so long!
Kathy
Laney H
5.0
5/13/2021
The Russo's team was great to work with, and the food at our reception was amazing! We got so many compliments on how good the food was - especially the salmon. Russo's also did our wedding cake and it was absolutely beautiful and so delicious!
Vendor response 05/14/2021
Laney,
Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure working with . We pride our...
selves on our great food along with teamwork to create a successful event. Congratulations to you and Ethan!
Toni Callas
Nichole S
5.0
5/10/2021
I was the wedding coordinator for my brother's wedding and Russo's was the cater that came with our reception venue, the McPherson. They were nothing but professional and kept me up to date throughout the evening which was greatly appreciated. All of their staff members were friendly, kind, and professional. The food and cake was delicious and we received many compliments. They were on time and even served dinner 10 minutes ahead of schedule. I have nothing but great things to say about this vendor.
Vendor response 06/24/2021
Thank you for the lovely review, Nicole! It was a pleasure to serve you and the guests, a...
nd we appreciate hearing about your experience!
Kathy
Ploen J
5.0
4/29/2021
Russo's is the cater that comes with our reception venue, the McPherson. We had a great experience with them. Working with Kathy was such a smooth experience. She got us everything we wanted!! We've got so many compliments on how tasty our food and cake were! Our experience with Russo's couldn't be any better. We highly recommend hiring them.
Vendor response 06/24/2021
Thank you so much for the lovely review, Ploen! It was a pleasure working with you and Pi...
erce, and I'm so glad that you were pleased with our food and service! We sincerely appreciate hearing about the compliments you received, and so glad we could be part of your celebration!
Kathy
Patricia V
5.0
4/23/2021
Courtney is great to work with! All the staff that served and set up the food were so nice!
We had 3 food stations and it worked out so well.
Many great comments from our guests.
The linens, chair covers and bows were lovely!
Our token wedding cake and muffins for the guests were over the top delicious!
It was truly a pleasure working with Courtney.
Vendor response 05/05/2021
Thank you Pat, it was so nice working with you! I am so glad you enjoyed everything and th...
at we were finally able to have a reception!! Congrats to you both!
- Courtney
Kristen C
5.0
3/07/2021
We are so glad that we chose Russo’s to cater our wedding! Toni was very responsive, easy to work with, and helped us create a menu that was perfect for our wedding. We ended up going with the buffet stations and they were perfect! We highly recommend the shrimp tacos and the smoked brisket with blackberry bbq sauce. We got so many compliments from our guests about how good our food was and how it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had.
Our day of staff/servers were amazing and attentive. But no one went above and beyond for us quite like our bartender, Ariana! She provided fast service, was SO kind, so attentive, and made sure all of us and our guests were well taken care of. Hands down the best bartender I’ve come across in a long time. Her (and the rest of the staff) were all amazing! You won’t regret choosing Russo’s to cater your wedding. And don’t skip out on their wedding cake - it was beyond delicious.
Vendor response 03/15/2021
Thank you Kristen, we appreciate your review! I will share your comments with our staff....
It's music to our ears when our couples compliment our food and services. Thank you again & congratulations.
Toni Callas
Susan B
5.0
1/19/2021
Our wedding reception was January 16 2021. The food was fantastic. The service was fantastic. I found the wait staff to be kind and very accommodating. I would definitely recommend the smoked pork tenderloin with the blackberry bbq sauce. Everyone raved about the fool. Highly recommend Russo's. And thanks to Toni for making all the arrangements and making the process so easy.
Vendor response 01/19/2021
Thank you Sue, happy to hear your guests raved about our food and service! It was a pleasu...
re working with you and Kelly. Congratulations to the bridal couple!
- Toni Callas
Mary Grace B
5.0
12/11/2020
Courtney and her team at Russo's were absolutely fabulous. From helping us pick out the perfect menu, planning all the day-of logistics, and finally the wonderful service we received at our wedding made it all spectacular. The wedding cake was amazing, too! Courtney was invaluable with helping us to manage all of our changes to our wedding reception due to COVID-19. I would absolutely recommend Russo's for anyone's wedding.
Vendor response 02/01/2021
Thank you Mary Grace, it was such a pleasure working with you all! I loved how the recepti...
on turned out and my favorite was your father daughter dance :)
So cute!
Thanks again,
Courtney
Cassie W
5.0
11/17/2020
Russo's blew our day out of the water. Courtney went above and beyond to make our day amazing! We were not a traditional bride and groom and wanted a fun experience with our food and bar. Russo's was able to make that happen and be affordable. Our guests loved the stations we chose of mac n' cheese, sliders, and taco bar. We don't love cake and opted for the mini desserts and they gave us a cheesecake to cut instead. The staff were so nice the night of and even wrapped up a cheesecake for us to take home! I got so many compliments on our bar tender. She learned the drinks and names of our guests which I think is amazing! A pandemic is a rough time to get married but Courtney and Russo's made our small party feel huge. We will be return customers for the catering for sure.
Vendor response 11/23/2020
Thank you Cassie! I loved working with you both and so happy you enjoyed the reception! Yo...
ur pictures turn out gorgeous and I loved all the special touches you added to the room. Congrats again and I wish you both the best!
-Courtney
Linda C
5.0
11/13/2020
Such great food, so easy to work with, great customer service!! Overall, no complaints at all!! I would hire them again for other events!
Vendor response 02/01/2021