Celebrate Love with the Taste of Excellence!
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AWARD WINNER (6X)
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Making Your Wedding Unforgettable
With over 40 years of experience, T&L Catering has earned a reputation for exceptional wedding and special event catering. We specialize in creating delicious handmade hors d'oeuvres, exquisite desserts, and high-quality cuisine designed to delight your guests.
Our dedicated sales team works with you to customize packages that suit your taste, style, and budget. Whether you’re planning an elegant plated dinner, interactive chef stations, or a classic buffet, we provide service styles that match your vision.
We take pride in accommodating all dietary needs, offering gluten-free, lactose-free, pork-free, nut-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. You and your partner can enjoy a personalized tasting to ensure every dish is just right for your special day.
From catering to party rentals, T&L Catering is committed to exceeding expectations and creating memories that last a lifetime. Let us make your wedding truly extraordinary.
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5.0
out of 5.065 reviews
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T&L Catering received high praise from multiple reviewers for their exceptional service, delicious food, and professional staff, particularly highlighting individuals like Tom, Pam, Jaci, and Georganne for their outstanding support throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests were impressed with the quality of the food, the attentiveness of the maitre d', and the seamless execution of events. Reviewers highly recommended T&L Catering for weddings and other special occasions, emphasizing their professionalism, communication, and attention to detail, making their events memorable and stress-free.- Top reviews
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Anna M
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5.0
10/01/2024
Tom was wonderful to work with, from the very beginning when we first reached out, to the day before our wedding with last minute questions. My husband and I had our wedding at my family farm, and hired T&L for the food and the tent/chairs/tables. Everything looked incredible, and the food was delicious!! Tom works with you every step of the way, and has over 40 years of experience with event planning like this. On the day of, Stephanie was our Maitre D for our wedding, and was marvelous. She made sure we were fed, served us dinner so we didn’t have to get up, and made all of our guests feel welcome. The bartenders and all of the staff were awesome too.
I couldn’t believe how everything came together so wonderfully. Hire T&L! They are very professional, nice, and amazing to work with for wonderful, quality events that are above and beyond. Thank you Tom, Pam, and everyone else for your hard work and making our wedding day so special and memorable for us. We had the best day!!
Vendor response 10/01/2024
Wow what a great review - The tents and layout worked out great and we appreciate that you...
put together a great menu for your guests, Stephanie is an asset and represents our company well.
Olga K
5.0
9/20/2024
T&L was a perfect fit! All the staff was extremely helpful & accommodating! Georganne especially! She took care of me, the bride, all night. Even made a special run for more Coke Zero <3
Many kudos on the food from the guests!
1000% recommend!
Vendor response 10/01/2024
Thanks for the 5 star review - we enjoyed working with you at Liberty Hall museum
Georgean...
n is an asset to our company and we appreciate you taking the team for this feedback.
Any questions?
Christopher B
5.0
8/16/2024
We were both elated with the turnout for our wedding. The crew did an excellent job with setup and cleanup. The food was amazing and everything just flowed flawlessly. The staff were very friendly and professional with the guests. My wife and I were very happy with the service. We would highly recommend you to anyone. We will definitely use you again. Thank you again for working with us and being apart of a special day.
Vendor response 10/01/2024
Thanks for allowing us to be a part of your Backyard wedding at your home. We appreciate h...
ow welcoming you were to staff and im glad you enjoyed everything,
Sneha C
5.0
6/17/2024
We truly had a wonderful party because T&L Catering's staff was so attentive and helpful. They did a wonderful job of setting up the table linens and preparing a signature drink I had asked for with edible glitter! During the party I spilled some food on my white dress, and T&L's chief of staff was so helpful in helping me get the stain out immediately! She was always asking if me or my family members needed anything. Everything was well coordinated timing out the appetizers, to entree, to dessert. Our guests enjoyed so much and were asking where the food was from after the party. They truly made my party memorable.
Vendor response 10/01/2024
Thanks for the 5 stars - The james ward masnion is a special place to host a party
and we ...
cant thak you enough for the confidence in using our company,
Arielle R
5.0
6/10/2024
T&L is a family owned and run business and THE caterer to reach out to for any event! They recently catered my wedding, 6.2.24, at the James Ward Mansion and my guests could not stop talking about the amazing food!
Tom and the team were very easy to communicate with. They made our options clear and were easy and flexible working with us regarding guest who had dietary restrictions, and adding on last minute extras.
Jackie was our primary contact on the day of and she was simply amazing. She kindly made my husband and I plates and brought it to the bridal suite to make sure we got a few bites in before our first dance and all the commotion; and she consistently checked in on us to make sure we had everything we could need.
I can not thank them enough for helping to make my dream wedding come true. I will be sure to us them in the future for all my events!
Vendor response 10/01/2024
It was a pleasure being a part of your big day, I will pass along your kind words to Jaci ...
our Maitre d and Leo our executive chef on site, The mansion is a special place to celebrate special occasions and were glad we were apart of it.
Maggie H
5.0
5/15/2024
T&L catered our backyard wedding reception and they were FANTASTIC. We had a brunch buffet but they were still able to provide an hour of passed hors d'oeuvres for us, and they made everything feel elegant and move smoothly. Everything was absolutely delicious, and our guests raved about the food!
The whole team day-of was spectacular and made sure that our guests had a great time and that my parents' kitchen and backyard were in beautiful shape at the end of the day. It was especially helpful that Tom contracted the tent vendor and the bartender as part of our total contract with T&L - having all three services under one umbrella made the management of the event so smooth. They also took all of my concerns about allergies and food intolerances seriously - we had guests coming with gluten intolerances, nut allergies, Passover restrictions, dairy sensitivities, you name it. Not only did Tom help us create a menu that made sure everyone could enjoy the brunch, he also made sure that everything was clearly labeled on the day.
I cannot recommend T&L catering highly enough - they are a great local company, deliver amazing service, and provide simply spectacular catering. Thank you T&L!
Vendor response 10/01/2024
Maggie - thanks for allowing us to be apart of your backyard wedding. You mom was very aco...
madating and georgeann and her crew felt very welcome and we appreciate working with you and your family,
Klaudia S
5.0
5/07/2024
Our wedding was made truly incredible by T&L Catering. From the moment we booked with them, Tom and Pamela were incredibly helpful and attentive. They guided us through the menu selection process and ensured that every detail was taken care of. On the big day, the food surpassed all expectations. Many of our guests complimented the delicious dishes, which were expertly prepared by Chef Leon. Jaci, our onsite coordinator, went above and beyond to ensure that everything ran smoothly throughout the night. Her attention to detail and dedication to making sure we were taken care of did not go unnoticed. Overall, T&L Catering exceeded our expectations and played a significant role in making our special day unforgettable. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch catering services.
Vendor response 10/01/2024
The James ward masnion and our staff thank you for allowing us to be apart of your busines...
s, Jaci and leo are an asset to our company,Thanks for your kind words,
Wil B
5.0
2/03/2024
T&L Catering went above and beyond for our event! The presentation of the dishes was not only visually stunning but also reflected the high-quality ingredients used. The attention to detail and professional service truly elevated the overall experience. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the delicious and diverse menu.
Vendor response 10/01/2024
thanks for post this review - we appreciate when people see the presentation of food and t...
hat reflects positive on our on site staff.
Maureen H
5.0
12/11/2023
T&L was absolutely wonderful. Everything from planning to the big day was excellent! Plenty of options to chose from and everything was tasted was delicious. Our maitre d’ Jaci was FABULOUS!! We could not have asked for anyone better. All of our guests commented about how great the food was for the evening. They even sent home extra for us! T&L also set up all of our table decorations/favors/etc and everything looked perfect. We can’t recommend them enough!
Shelley S
5.0
11/17/2023
We worked with T&L Catering for our daughter's Sweet 16 party. We found them to be extremely professional and the service they provided was impeccable. We would highly recommend T&L for anyone looking for catering services.
Vendor response 11/17/2023
You were a pleasure to work with at your event on the campus of Kean college,
We cant than...
k you enough for this 5 star review,
Micayla S
5.0
11/14/2023
We had a great experience with staff for our wedding! The staff was friendly, helpful, and communicated well with us. They were on top of everything especially the timeline of events during our reception. The food was INCREDIBLE! Everyone complimented on how delicious the food was and they accommodated for our guests with allergies. The venue was gorgeous for our reception, and we are thrilled with how our reception went. Highly recommend them for weddings, or any other event (Had my bridal shower here as well, they were just as amazing).
Vendor response 11/17/2023
Thanks for allowing us to be a part of your big day and for taking the time to write such ...
a nice review.
BreAnne A
5.0
10/22/2023
T & L made my wedding day SO special! Food is ALWAYS #1 to my Husband and I. We are so glad we picked T &L and EVERY guest raved about the food and has not stopped since our wedding! Everything ran on time, and I was very nervous since the caterer was off site to the venue (The Armory Events) but George Anne (Our Mait're D) really took control and took care of everything! Staff was very pleasant and they were so easy to work with throughout my wedding planning process! Always will recommend them for any party, gathering, or wedding event you have!
Vendor response 10/23/2023
WoW what a nice review. We enjoyed being a part of your special day.
Georgeann is an exper...
ienced Maitre d that is a BIG ASSET to our team.
The Armory is a very help full and really tries hard to make special memories.
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the food.
Thanks
Tom Sr and The T&L team
Jenn M
5.0
10/03/2023
I have been working with T and L catering for the past three years and have been consistently professional an easy food is delicious and always more than enough. Highly recommend you can’t say enough about them.
Vendor response 10/21/2023
Wow what a great feeling that you have been using us for 3 years and have enjoyed our food...
and service. Repeat customers are what makes a Catering company.
Pam and the T&L Team
Patrick C
5.0
9/29/2023
Tom, Pamela and Brittany were absolutely amazing and truly were a large part of what made our day so magical. From booking to then tasting and polishing those final touches the team was on top of everything the whole time and really removed a lot of anxiety we had around the day in general due to how on top of everything they were. Food was EXCEPTIONAL(!!!) I cannot say that enough. Tom and team, thank you for being a part of such a magical day.
Vendor response 10/21/2023
Patrick
We appreciate the kind words - were glad you enjoyed our foodservice and staff.
We...
strive for results like your and can't thank you enough.
Tom Sr. and the whole T&L team
Heather H
5.0
8/30/2023
Tom and his team had so many options to create a great menu and everything was delicious! From the tasting to the day of, they were super proactive about communicating and made sure everything was ready to go. The maître d' was incredible about making sure we had food and drink all night and that everything stayed on track. Everyone loved the food!
Vendor response 10/21/2023
It's great when our customers enjoy their experience with our staff. They represent.
us in...
the best way possible. Enjoyable parties are liked by all.
Tom Jr and the T&L team
Lori H
5.0
8/29/2023
This family-owned business was exactly what you want to cater your event. We hired them to cater our daughter's wedding. My husband and I are out of state, so phone calls, texts, emails were key. The owners were so prompt, willing to help, and never left us hanging. They went above and beyond before, during, and after the wedding. They also immensely helped us with liquor purchase/return. Highly recommend. Food during cocktail hour and sit down dinner was delicious. Staff was amazing. Shout out to bartenders and Jaci (maitre d). Linens, place settings, set up/take down all perfect.
Vendor response 10/21/2023
Our family especially Pam is a stickler for detail and that's what makes us successful.
He...
r office staff combined with our chefs and staff on site make us tick.
T&L has been around for over 40 years and customers like you make our hard work really worth it.
Thank you again
Nauman B
5.0
8/24/2023
Weddings are our dreams coming true and what helps us in making that happen is having good vendors. to say that T&L catering were amazing is probably an understatement. It felt as if we had hired old family friends.
From the very start they were great, with their initial communication to tasting and then ironing out the finer details.
The food was scrumptious and every plate was presented is such a nice way that it felt as if we were at a restaurant.
would recommend them hands down for your next event.
Vendor response 10/21/2023
Wow what a great 5 star review - these comments are what we strive for from being a family...
owed business. Our chef and kitchen manager Tom Jr works hard to make sure we are buying quality products and supervises his staff in making all handmade appetizers. Thanks again
Elizabeth M
5.0
7/20/2023
T&L Catering team were absolutely amazing for our wedding. Tom, Pam & Steph were so helpful, caring and made my day stress free. The food their chefs made was delicious. The cocktail hour, reception and dessert was perfect. I could not ask for anything more. Truly great tasting food and a down to earth team.
Vendor response 07/20/2023
Thanks so much for this wonderful review. We enjoyed working with you at.
Liberty hall mus...
eum.
Thanks
Tom and Pam
Gail D
5.0
6/28/2023
Excellent experience using T&L Catering. Food excellent and their hostess superb. Would recommend and use them again.
Vendor response 10/21/2023
We appreciate the 5-star review - You were a pleasure to work with and were so
happy our f...
oodservice was enjoyed by all.
Tom Jr
Dayel G
5.0
6/12/2023
I would highly recommend T&L. They took care of everything from meal tasting, to ordering the tent. Outstanding service, great food made for a completely stress-free wedding.
Vendor response 10/21/2023
When we put together a complete wedding plan from party rentals and tents to catering serv...
ice with food and staff, we appreciate your confidence in us.
T&L
Luke T
5.0
6/07/2023
Very happy with T&L. The food was great. Leo and his crew were very attentive and professional. Would definitely recommend.
Vendor response 10/21/2023
Leo is a big asset to our company and a great leader of his team. Being a great chef and m...
anager and being friendly is what our company is all about.
Thanks for allowing us to be a part of your event.
T&L
Jessica K
5.0
5/24/2023
T&L Catering catered our wedding this past weekend and it was AMAZING!! From working with Tom and his staff to pick out a menu (the tasting was so yummy!), the accommodations they made for the many allergies our guests had, answering my many questions and requests, we were so excited for the day of. And then the staff, with Marlene as maître d’, made everything run smoothly for us and our guests. Marlene took the most amazing care of my husband and I during the cocktail hour and reception and our guests raved about all of the food. The hors d’oeuvres were presented beautifully and the stations displays were gorgeous. We could not recommend them more! Thank you for making our wedding even more special with delicious food and wonderful service!
Vendor response 07/20/2023
Thanks so much for your 5 star review, You made our job easy and my crew said
you and the ...
Armory were a pleasure to work with.
Thanks
Tom and the T&L CREW
Karla S
5.0
5/13/2023
“Your daughter’s bridal shower was by far the best I’ve ever been to “ these were words spoken to me regarding the food and the service. The staff at T&L had made the experience hassle free for me. I searched around for caterers but couldn’t find anyone as helpful and professional as Tom and his crew. Highly recommend using them for any bridal needs!
Vendor response 05/15/2023
Karla
Thanks for having us caterer your event at Liberty Hall Museum
It was our pleasure ...
to be a part of your event,
We appreciate the kind words.
Tom And the team from T&L Catering,
Breanne P
5.0
4/26/2023
T&L catering did and AMAZING job w our wedding. Our guests loved the food, there was plenty of Hors Deourves and the overall experience was great. I cannot speak highly enough of the staff, Georganne was a HUGE help and really made the day run so smooth. I would ABSOLUTELY hire them for any event, large or small.
Vendor response 05/15/2023
Thanks for the great review. You both were a pleasure to work with.
You picked a great loc...
ation in the Chelsea sun inn. I'm glad you enjoyed the day,
Georgeann our Maitre d is a big Plus for any event.
Tom and the team from T&L
Lindsey D
5.0
11/09/2022
We used T&L for our backyard wedding and did full sit down service with cocktail hour. The food was simply outstanding and all of our guests commented on how delicious everything was. The staff and everyone we encountered were amazing and so professional and nice to work with. It was such a pleasure having full service catering which included staff, all of the tableware, china etc. as it saved us a lot of headache from having to rent everything separately. Do not hesitate to book T&L!! Would definitely use them for any future events.
Samantha B
5.0
11/08/2022
We used T & L catering for the evening at the James Ward Mansion in Westfield,NJ.
Words will never be enough for how exceptional their staff and food was ! We had a vision for the type of service we were seeking for this special event and Tom created a plan to cater to what we were looking for and delivered above and beyond what we were expecting.Pam took the time to execute the floor plan and ordering of the linens and the flow of how the evening should be and gave me so much confidence that everything would be beautiful. The day of the event , I was blessed with the presence of our Maitre d Jaci and her team . They helped me prepare the venue before our guest arrived and even willingly participated in the masquerade festivities. Jaci was my go-to and she communicated with every step of the way to the detail ! She is amazing . Leo is such an exceptional chef , my guests could not stop raving about how delicious the food was and even how many options they were able to have .
When events are being held , sometimes the people behind the scenes don't receive the credit they deserve and I want to extend my gratitude and gracious thanks to Anna from the James Ward Mansion and Jaci and Leo and the team for providing and enabling my mother's evening a night to remember .
Courtney W
5.0
10/06/2022
This caterer is the best! Working with Tom and Pam was great from start to finish. Our tasting was so fun to pick out which foods we liked. The day of the wedding, Jackie was AWESOME. She was so attentive to my husband and I we felt like royalty. She handled every single detail of setting up all of the decor in the venue. I was really blown away by her demeanor, composure and level of service. We will absolutely be using this caterer again for our birthday next year! Thank you again to Tom, Pam and Jackie!
Sarina &
5.0
9/08/2022
T&L we're extremely professional, provided great service and food, and helped us think of little things that we would've never thought about when planning our wedding! They even gave great recommendations for saving money on our wedding planning which you just don't find anywhere else. Look no further for a caterer for your wedding!
Jamie J
5.0
9/06/2022
If I could give 10 stars, I would! Tom, Pam, and the rest of his team could not have been a better choice for our wedding at the Art Factory. We wanted someone who had experience with the venue and someone that would be able to provide a large variety of food. I was also very worried about having enough food for a very large wedding! From our first emails, we knew we had found the right team. They helped us with every tiny detail, from napkin colors to accommodating severe gluten allergies to the color of the plates we wanted. Tom made helpful suggestions to help us meet our budget and helped us coordinate our cake as well through Palermo’s. Our guests RAVED about the food. They loved not only how good everything tasted, but the wide assortment that was offered through stations. As the couple getting married, their staff catered to us, making sure we ate, had full plates at cocktail hour and the reception, and even provided us with our own little ice cream cake we had requested. We loved the team so much that we had also decided to use them for our wedding breakfast the next day at the hotel, and that was perfectly arranged as well. The maître-d’, servers and bartenders were all lovely and so accommodating. We got so many comments on how great the bartenders were, and Georgeanne, our maître d’, was so helpful. She called us the day before the wedding to confirm any last-minute details, helped us throughout the night, and answered our call the next day when we couldn’t locate something at the venue. We plan on using T&L for all future events! HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend!
Tammy S
5.0
8/21/2022
T&L catering was the best. Very attentive to the bride and the groom. Jackie went so far above to make sure everyone had a fabulous time. Thank you again for everything.
Jennifer K
5.0
7/25/2022
T&L catering was a joy to work with. The food was amazing. They answered all of my questions promptly, helped me make decisions about the food and other aspects of the wedding, and just went above and beyond on the day of.
Everyone was talking about how great the food was and we even had left overs for the next few days for our family. The penne vodka and vino blanc chicken were TOTAL hits. Jackie catered to me and my husbands every need on the day of and we didn't have to think about a thing. We were also never without a drink in hand or food if we were hungry. I highly recommend them. We think they offered incredible service at a great value!
Jackie P
5.0
6/15/2022
Great food and great to work with!
Tom and the staff at T&L Catering were FANTASTIC to work with for my Dad's 65th Birthday Party! Not only was the food delicious and catered to our tastes, the catering staff was friendly, attentive, considerate, and efficient, and their place settings/displays were lovely. We would definitely work with them again for future events!
Deborah C
5.0
6/05/2022
T&L Catering has a wide variety of menus and food choices. Everyone is extremely friendly and professional, their prices are reasonable and most importantly their food is delicious. I hired them to cater my wedding shower and for my husband's 50th celebration. I still have guests complimenting me on the menu and food!
Holly R
5.0
5/05/2022
We enjoyed our experience from start to finish with T&L. They accommodated our every need, were professional and a pleasure to work with. Everyone always took the time to make sure we were informed and happy with the process. On the day of the event, the staff was remarkably professional, catered to our every need (without being asked!), and helped facilitate the entire wedding. Highly reccommend!
Maren M
5.0
12/02/2021
T&L Catering was a pleasure to work with! They were professional, flexible, and very accommodating. The food was excellent and my guests raved about it. When planning my wedding, I was looking to have a robust cocktail hour and this catering company surely delivered with the food. If you are looking for gourmet food and excellent service, I highly recommend T&L Catering. The staff that worked the event went above and beyond in serving our guests. I will most certainly work with this company again. Thank you for all of your hard work!!
Lesly A
5.0
11/30/2021
I can’t thank the T&L catering team enough for making my special day STRESS FREE! With COVID- I post poned 5 times and they were able to work with me on changing the dates and the locations! Responses to my emails were always returned right away! Pam was very understanding and simplified everything. The food was so delicious and our bar tender was down to earth and made us enjoy our night even more. My family has had birthday parties and baby showers with T&L and now our wedding! We will continue to use their catering and hall rental services!! Thank you guys so much!!
Jon and Kristina R
5.0
11/12/2021
We selected T&L as our wedding caterer in early 2020 after doing a tasting with them. At the tasting, we were very impressed with their quality of food and services included with their wedding packages. Tom even allowed us to come back for a 2nd tasting to try a few more items to round out our menu.
They were fantastic to work with amidst us needing to postpone the event multiple times due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They were very communicative and understanding throughout the whole process, so when our big day finally happened on 10/23/21, the whole catering team provided great service and fantastic food. Our maitre'd was Georganne who was a wonderful leader for the whole catering team and a great point person for all of the day's catering needs. Our guests are still raving about how delicious the food was! We have especially gotten many compliments on their Asian stir fry station at cocktail hour. We unfortunately never got to try it because our photos ran long, but that's all the more reason to book T&L for a future event.
Some other cocktail hour favorites were the prosciutto wrapped melon, pigs in a blanket, and cheese quesadillas. And for dinner buffet favorites, the guests complimented the flounder francaise and penne a la vodka. We are so happy the guests enjoyed all our selections.
Thank you to Tom, Pam, and the whole T&L team for such a pleasant catering experience throughout these almost two years of challenges and uncertainty! You always remained supportive and dedicated to making sure we still had the best day, and for that we will be forever grateful! We would highly recommend their services for any event. - Jon and Kristina Rinkerman
Dahlia P
5.0
10/27/2021
Great Food. Thank you T&L you were a life saver for our daughters engagement party. Found them last minute and they were more than able to help us out. Plenty of food to go around and everyone raving about the quality and taste. Will definitely recommend to family and friends.
Richard G
5.0
10/11/2021
Don't think twice about hiring T&L Catering for your wedding. We just had them hired for my sister's wedding on 10/09/2021. The food was amazing and the staff was beyond professional. I had several guests say it was the best wedding food they had ever had. The maitre de (Jackie) was on top of every little detail. It made everything totally stress free. Anything we needed they were on it. I needed last minute tent sides and they had them there day of. Thanks again T&L for making this a magical wedding in every way!!!
Jerry G
5.0
7/11/2021
We used T & L Catering for our daughter's wedding this June at our home and they were amazing. My daughter planned the wedding in 3 months and Tom ( owner ) and team were very responsive, quick and knowledgeable on what we needed to do for the day. He surveyed our backyard ahead of time and suggested a layout which worked out perfectly. They came a few days before the event to help arrange the tents and tables layouts and were very efficient. The day of the wedding they were prompt and catered to our needs of adjusting things last minute.We got an unexpectedly rain shower the day of the wedding so we had to switch around the schedule and layout last minute and they were able to accommodate this right away with no complaints. They also have extensive catering options and the food was delicious from an extensive cocktail hour to full dinner enjoyed by all . They had two chefs on site with servers, bartenders and a maitr'd that handled everything for a perfect day . All were friendly and very easy to work with and provided great service . The cleanup left the house spotless that would never even know they were there. The owner Tom was extremely helpful on guiding us on what and how much food and alcohol to get and it was perfect for our 75 guests. Everything was reasonably priced as well. Highly recommend this company to anyone that needs a catering service!
Johana C
5.0
3/25/2021
I don’t even know where to start, honestly— but here we go....T&L Catering was the best decision my husband and I could have ever made! Awesome team and affordable. Our wedding will forever be one of my favorite memories and that’s all thanks to this team.
Pamela was the best of the best! I knew I could always reach out to her without a problem and she always had the answers to all my questions while I was planning a wedding during this pandemic.
Leo, was such a sweet soul.
Jaci, who my Maitre d’ for my March 20th wedding, was AMAZING! I seriously loved her— I didn’t have not one ounce of stress on me about anything the ‘day of’ my wedding because she took care of absolutely EVERYTHING and was super attentive! Thanks to her, I enjoyed my wedding so much.
T&L Catering team, you guys were the best!!
Desire M
5.0
10/27/2020
T & L catered my wedding this past weekend it was beyond amazing! Due to Covid 19 I had to cancel my original wedding plans and throw together a backyard wedding in less than 2 months. I decided to work with T&L after our initial phone call to review services and prices. After actually meeting Tom and his wife when they came out to assess my property I knew the deal was sealed! From day one until the night of my wedding they were exceptional. From the small details of the food tasting to the service provided at the wedding they did a fantastic job. I would recommend T&L Catering to anyone.
Jim G
5.0
10/09/2020
Simply the best. We had to change plans and had just about 2 months to put together a backyard tent wedding for our daughter. The best decision we made was to hire T&L Catering. From the moment we met him, we knew Tom was the right guy. Knowledgeable, affable, flexible and so easy to work with - Tom put the effort into our event like it was his own. We even got the tent/tables/chairs thru Tom, which made for seamless execution. And the food was excellent - far beyond our expectations - first class in every way. Our guests are still commenting on how great the appetizers and the dinner were. The staff was awesome, too: each one was engaging, polite and efficient. The evening was a great success, thanks to Tom and his team.
Vendor response 11/10/2020
Thank you so much, Jim! It was an absolute pleasure to work you and we could not be happie...
r that you enjoyed the services and food we supplied for such a special day.
Shari T
5.0
9/24/2020
I can’t say enough about what a great job T&L did catering my daughters wedding. Thank you again for all your help in pulling this wedding together on such short notice. You all made the day perfect.
Latoya G
5.0
12/07/2019
I used T&L for my wedding. It was an amazing experience. The location was great the food was outstanding and our Maitre D Jackie was awesome very involved and tending to every need. She even saw to it my vegan family members had a meal made for them. I would highly recommend them what a wonderful experience throughout the entire process from the first day of booking the venue.
Meghan B
5.0
11/30/2019
We used T and L catering for our engagement party and we got compliments ALL NIGHT on the food. The chicken Milanese was a crowd favorite. Came with everything you could possibly ever need and had PLENTY of leftovers !
Tracy R
5.0
11/18/2019
T&L Catering was fabulous to work with for my wedding at the Womens Club of Glen Ridge. Tom was friendly, flexible, and super accommodating for anything I asked to change. The entire staff at the wedding were very polite and hospitable. The guests at the wedding were very pleased with the food and service. Thank you again for making my wedding wonderful!
Chrissy M
5.0
10/24/2019
T&L Catering was incredibly easy to work with and accommodating! The staff is down-to-earth, personable, and responsive, and all of our guests raved about the food - delicious. Also, we swapped cake out for parfait, and guests LOVED having icecream to cool off after a ton of dancing. Thank you!
Maria A
5.0
10/04/2019
We started our search for a full service cater and found T &L. We did our research and found many positive reviews. We met Tom and his staff and immediately knew we found our wedding cater. Our wedding was perfect. Much of that due to Georgianne and her A-team.
Friendly, attentive and efficient. The entire staff, wonderful. The food was plentiful and delicious! Our guests raved about how well they were cared for. We are so very appreciative to the whole T &L team. Will definitely use them again!
Louna A
5.0
6/30/2019
The food and staff was amazing ! Jackie, my Maitre 'D was awesome she attended to every need I had. Throughout the whole planning process Tom himself was very accommodating and helpful. I highly recommended for anyone that is need of a caterer !
Jackie L
5.0
6/23/2019
WOW! This catering company is fantastic and I can't even put into enough words how grateful my husband and I to have used them for our wedding! My wedding was June 15, 2019 and everything was SO smooth because of them. We had wedding reception in the backyard of our home so we needed everything from them! From the beginning, Tom (the owner), was accommodating and extremely honest with us. Working on the menu, figuring out the amount of rentals needed and how much staff was super easy. The day of the wedding the staff was incredible - I received multiple compliments regarding the entire staff the entire night. To start, Jaci, the maitre'd, was the greatest thing for the night. She helped me every step of the way and ran the wedding so great! She was on top of absolutely everything! Although I didn't get to know the servers very well, they were so kind, helpful, and accommodating. I heard from everyone who spoke with them how sweet they all were! The servers: Tyler, Kim, Dan, Val, Alexander and Toni. Tom and Hector were the bartenders and I continued to hear how awesome they were!! Whoever was near them all night continued to rave about the fun they had with them. They were both so amazing - my bridal party went to Hector the majority of the night and couldn't stop talking about how great he was! Tom Jr. was the chef of the night and thank goodness, because the food was amazing! ALL NIGHT people would come up to me asking who the caterers were because it was some of the best food they've ever had. I can't stop thinking about the amazing hors d'oeuvres - bacon wrapped scallops...YUMM.
We honestly believe the wedding would not have went nearly as smooth if it wasn't for this amazing staff. I would recommend this catering company over and over again! Thanks again! If anyone ever has questions regarding this company I'd be happy to tell you everything we experienced with them.
Cherie J
5.0
6/12/2019
T&L Catering did a fantastic job with my wedding reception! The food was great, and the service was excellent! Everyone is still talking about the cocktail hour and how the food kept coming!
Jamie H
5.0
11/02/2018
They did a great job!! We had an outdoor wedding in the rain and they accommodated and made it so smooth!! People raved about the food and the service!! Top Notch Caterer!
Jin Kyung K
5.0
10/25/2018
Tom has been great to work with. He has been working on this field for more than 20-30 years; he is very professional, communicative, and flexible. Plus the price is much more reasoneable than other catering that I looked for. And my guests were so full and satisfied with the food and service. I highly recommend if you want an affordable, great food and service for your wedding.
Jan M
4.0
10/23/2018
We wanted to say thank you to T & L so very much for making our special day seamless .
Our guest raved about the food.Our Maitre D, Nina and her team were amazing.
Nina is wonderful!!! She was so very attentive and detailed in every way.
T&L catering was a pleasure to work with from beginning to end and we would recommend highly recommend them!
Lekeya S
5.0
9/27/2018
Had a excellent experience with this catering service. The staff was phenomenal, from Pam in the office to the catering staff at River View Banquet Hall! Food was delicious, especially the stir fry steak and fried chicken!!
Michele K
5.0
9/26/2018
T&L Catering made our wedding day absolutely amazing. The hall was beautiful and the food was outstanding. Every guest was raving about the cocktail hour and dinner. The staff was friendly and professional, I highly recommend them for your wedding!!!!
Eleanor D
5.0
5/09/2018
Wow! I really don't know what else to say. We needed a dairy free wedding due to some very extreme allergies in our group and they did not disappoint!!! Tom was able to create an entirely dairy free menu as well as providing special meals for our allergy guests for extra layers of caution. Our one guest cannot even smell dairy, and she felt comfortable enough after her special meal to branch out to try an item from the buffet! I spoke with Tom and Pam quite a bit leading up to the wedding, and they were very helpful answering all my questions. Not only were they affordable, and very accommodating, the food was fantastic! Every guest I spoke to said "and that food was amazing!" We supplied the alcohol and the cake, but they did literally everything else. Georganne, our Matre'd, was very helpful and kind! We spoke a few days before the wedding to ensure we were on the same page, and then several times over the course of the evening to make sure everything was going as planned. At the end of the night, they cleaned up incredibly quickly and efficiently. There was also a stack of trays for us to take home with us! I could not have asked for a better caterer and would absolutely recommend T&L for your catering needs!
Melissa V
5.0
4/02/2018
Hired T&L for my wedding. BEST CHOICE EVER!!! The staff was amazing at answering all of my pre-wedding questions within a timely manner. The food...beyond delicious!! During the wedding, guests were commenting on the great selection and amazing taste!!! The staff at the venue were great and very professional. I did not worry about anything all night; they ran everything so smoothly. I would highly recommend them and will definitely use them for my next big party!!!
Kavita and Sandeep A
5.0
3/10/2018
We had T&L catering cater our dughter's first birthday last weekend. We loved the food and the guests enjoyed it as well. We mostly had vegetarian choices. The food was tasty! The nacho bar was a hit! The staff were pleasant, professional and helpful. Linda and Tom were very accommodating and willing to work with us. We would definitely choose them again and we would recommend T&L to others as well. Thanks again:)
Deanna S
5.0
11/04/2017
We threw an engagement party here. The bartenders, food and service were excellent. They were extremely accommodating and professional. Highly recommended :)
Mariela O
5.0
9/27/2017
Catering staff for our wedding was amazing! They did not stop running back and forth all night to make sure everything was perfect for us. I provided them with a timeline that they followed step by step which made the night run so smoothly. All of the staff especially Nita did absolutely amazing all night long! The food was delicious and we got a lot of compliments on the cocktail hour and dinner. They definitely made my night stress free and one to remember.
Marie M
5.0
9/27/2017
Words can't properly describe the experience I had working with Pam and Tom of T&L/Leon's Catering. I used them for my son's USA wedding celebration and I couldn't be happier about my choice. I had questions and concerns that were addressed quickly, and both Pam and Tom made sure that all went well (which it did!). The guests are still raving about the food. From the appetizers to the entrees, which included lobster ravioli, stuffed flounder, baked salmon, eggplant, chicken francaise, tortellini with fresh spinach, penne vodka, chicken with sun- dried tomatoes and artichokes, every dish was amazing. The cookies and pastries as well as the ice cream bar were also incredible and a big hit with the guests. I can't say enough about the wait staff which Pam provided. They went above and beyond to provide the best service. Georganne, the maître d', made sure that everything went smoothly, and I did not have to worry about anything; she was awesome! The same held true for our bartenders, Mike and Suzie, who were incredible. They were on top of everything and our guests were thrilled with the service. I highly recommend T&L/ Leon's Catering. They are the best!
Sarah C
5.0
8/02/2016
T&L Catering was the best value with the most amount included. They also helped arrange our rentals as well. They were very organized. They were in constant contact to make sure no detail was overlooked. They came out to the site to help with the lay out. It rained very heavily from the start to the end of our outdoor wedding. They quickly moved to plan b and helped make it more comfortable for guests. So many guests complimented how great the food was. I didn't eat too much that day, but I am enjoying the leftovers that they packed and stored for us. I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Jessica M
5.0
10/18/2011
T&L Catering was amazing the day of my wedding! Not only was the food amazingly delicious but the staff was very professional! During the pre-wedding process the responsiveness and help to get everything in order was splendid! The day of the wedding the staff was extremely helpful and very friendly. In fact a staff member even took a run out for my parents as we ran out of something!
T&L also did the tablecloths and napkins for our tables and they matched perfectly with our decor. They had a ton of colors to chose from, so that helped. They also have a full array of rental supplies (tents/tables/chairs/etc.) so I know they can take care of any event, big or small! T&L Catering staff and food was wonderful - overall amazing job and I highly recommend them to anyone for any type of event.
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