EXPERIENCED-PASSIONATE-OUTSTANDING
$55 starting price
New York and the Tri State Area
Service area
Chris Cutolo
EXECUTIVE CHEF
AWARD WINNER (7X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Tasty Creations by LCI Caterers is an off premise wedding catering service. We also have a rooftop venue (Cityview Rooftop www.cityview.nyc ) based in Queens, New York if needed. Owner and chef Joseph Cutolo has a passion for delicious cuisine and providing memorable and authentic service to every client. He is happy to serve only the freshest and finest cuisine to clients and enjoys bringing innovation to the top of his culinary craft. The team caters to intimate and extravagant weddings and works closely with their clients to customize wedding menus.
Services Offered
Tasty Creations by LCI Caterers is a full-service catering business. With a sense of humor, lightheartedness and fun, this talented team creates a relaxed and stress-free environment and process for their clients. Services include:
Cake cutting
Dessert
Lunch
Server(s)
Tapas
Tastings
Cuisine
Tasty Creations by LCI Caterers offers an impeccable array of cuisines for their clients to select from. They want the food to be memorable, so they work hard to ensure they service only the finest quality ingredients for each of their cuisines. Couples can choose from a variety of serving styles, including buffet, cocktail reception, family style, hors d'oeuvres, French service, plated and station options. A few of the cuisine styles they offer include:
Classic American
Italian
Mediterranean
Latin American
East Indian
West Indian/Caribbean
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern Comfort
Southwestern
Spanish
We cook foods from many nationalities to suit the needs of all your guests. Give us your thoughts, and we will create a menu custom designed to your needs. Call or email us now!
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Cuisine
African
American
BBQ
Cajun
Chinese
Eastern European
French
Fusion
Greek
Hawaiian
Indian
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Latin American
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Northeastern
Seafood
Southern
Southwestern
Specialty
Thai
Dietary Options
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Halal
Nut Free
Sugar Free
Vegan
Vegetarian
Food & Catering
Buffet
Family Style
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- AxelSous ChefAxel is an innovative, A Chef who's creative skills supersede most chefs out there.
- Chris CutoloExecutive ChefChristopher is our Executive Chef Extraordinaire. Masterful in the kitchen, creating foods exploding with flavors.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.069 reviews
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LCI Caterers received glowing reviews for their exceptional service and delicious food at various weddings. The team, including Susanne and Joe, was highly praised for their communication, professionalism, and helpfulness throughout the planning process and on the wedding day. Guests raved about the quality and variety of food, from appetizers to desserts, as well as the outstanding bar service. The staff ensured that the events ran smoothly, providing a stress-free experience for the couples. Overall, LCI Caterers came highly recommended for their excellent catering services, making weddings memorable and enjoyable.- Top reviews
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Isabella S
5.0
11/06/2024
We are so glad that we chose LCI to cater our October 2024 wedding in Brooklyn. From the very beginning, they were communicative and honest. Their pricing is very fair and the quality is extremely high. So many guests told us how wonderful the food at our wedding was! Thank you LCI!
Jay B
5.0
11/04/2024
LCI was amazing. Their food was great, they were responsive and helped in planning and making sure we had the appropriate items needed for our day. They really took the stress off of wedding planning! Also, their pasta is to die for
Any questions?
Taylor T
5.0
9/17/2024
Where do I begin?! LIC was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding this past weekend. Susanne and Joe were so helpful throughout the planning process, from our first initial conversation, to our tasting, to our wedding, and everything in between. We stayed in touch for months to ensure that everything went smoothly on the day of and that all details, small and large, were in place. We had hors d’oeuvres during cocktail hour and a buffet for our reception dinner, and everything we ate was incredible. Our guests stopped us multiple times throughout the night to compliment the food, some even saying that it was the best meal they’ve ever had at a wedding. The coffee and homemade desserts were phenomenal and I wish I took more photos! The bar was impeccable as well, they were able to accommodate our drink requests to have a few of our favorite beers and Cold Brew Martinis as our signature drink, that our guests absolutely loved. The staff was super friendly and inviting, making our guests feel right at home. As the bride and groom, they always made sure we had a plate or drink in hand and didn’t even have to think about it. Their setup and breakdown was prompt and seamless, which helped us not stress over how it all came together. We would recommend LIC for all of your event catering needs and would love to work with them again in the future, or attend another wedding where they’re catering. :)
Thank you again for an incredible evening!
Danielle L
5.0
6/29/2024
We are so happy that we chose LCI caterers! They were amazing to work with and the food was delicious! They made our vision come to life when we asked them to help us with a floating wedding dinner! Thank you LCI team!!
sarah k
5.0
6/10/2024
LCI was amazing! In terms of working with the team, Susanne was incredibly responsive and so accommodating to all of our requests. Joe accommodated everything we wanted (signature drinks, apps/food). They were always looking out for us and would provide recommendations that would fit our budget and our vision. Our guests raved about the food (one guest even tried to recreate a dish the day after) and the service they provided (setup, room flip, cleanup) was seamless. I would highly recommend using their services to anyone!
Ikiya D
5.0
4/16/2024
Incredible!!! I'm a wedding planner who had previously worked with LCI Caterers for another couple and I loved working with them so much (plus their food was anazing), that I knew I wanted to work with them for my own wedding. They did NOT disappoint! From the moment we booked, they would check in regularly with any upcoming to-do items and were always available to answer our questions. They truly listened during our tasting and had no problem accommodating specific diets and adjustments.
On wedding day, they truly shined. Our wedding was on a windy day at a rooftop venue and we really wanted use of the rooftop, and they made it work. They helped keep our timeline on schedule and everyone RAVED about the food, it was so good!! The staff was super friendly and everything was so seamless with them. Joseph checked in with us to make sure everything was good and that we were good, which we really appreciated. I would absolutely hire them again for anything and will be recommending them to all of my clients!!
Stephanie G
5.0
4/01/2024
Look no further, and work with LCI Caterers!! We hired LCI Caterers for our wedding in Greenpoint, and we cannot thank Joe, Susanne, and the team enough. Planning a wedding is stressful, and selecting your food vendor can be one of the most daunting tasks. If you work with LCI Caterers, know that you will be in the BEST hands! From the very beginning, the team really helped us understand all that needs to be included for your catering needs. The team was extremely patient and super responsive as they answered ALL of our questions throughout the planning process. For our wedding of 100 guests, we used LCI Caterers for our cocktail hour appetizers, dinner buffet, dessert buffet, bartending and staff, and all non-alcoholic drinks. First, the food was OUTSTANDING. Our guests have all raved that this is the best wedding food they have ever had. Second, the food variety and quantity was incredible. We had many varying dietary and food preferences, and everyone had plenty of options to feel stuffed by the end of the night! The food display for cocktail hour, dinner, and dessert was stunning. It provided such a wonderful vibe to our wedding. The staff was incredibly kind and professional, and we could not be more grateful to the team. We cannot recommend LCI Caterers enough - book them now and you will be set for a wonderful and smooth sailing wedding!
Angela P
5.0
9/26/2023
Music and food were definitely a priority for our wedding and Joe surpassed any expectation we had in regards to the food and open bar. The process of setting up at the venue was seamless, the food was to die for and the open bar was a success. Joe and his son went above and beyond to make my wife and I happy in every sense of the word. They are so incredibly thoughtful and they truly care about the customer service they are providing. You can taste the passion they have through their incredible food. Everything was so delicious, and everyone at the venue had only great things to say. A text from one of my bridespeople:
"Please save the caterers number. Maybe someday, someone will want to marry me and I can look forward to that chicken again :)"
We had the angel hair pasta - SO GOOD.
Chimichurri steak - AMAZING.
Chicken and chorizo - WOW.
Slow roasted pernil asado - LORD JESUS!
Arroz moro and vegetables - JUST FAB.
Open Bar - A1.
You guys truly made an impact. Thank you for your hard work and dedication!
Savannah K
5.0
9/19/2023
It was wonderful working with Joe and his team during the planning process and on the day of our wedding! Not only did my husband and I love the food, but our guests commented how much they liked the cocktail hour and dinner food as well! The pasta was especially popular that evening. Joe went out of his way to make sure that my husband and I had the food we wanted, which made it easy to eat at our own wedding!
Megan F
5.0
9/19/2023
We hired LCI for our wedding at the W Loft. Joe and his team were absolutely fantastic! Professional, kind, attentive, you name it! The food... seriously the food! Joe made us a taco bar for the wedding and our guests have not stopped raving about it. We had one small snafu when we ran out of alcohol (we ordered the alcohol ourselves) and Joe's team came to the rescue and ordered more on the spot. Our night ended with churros in to-go bags and our guests were just thrilled! Thank you for making our night so special.
Charlotte S
5.0
9/14/2023
We could not be happier with LCI Caterers, we used them for our wedding in Brooklyn for 125 guests. Joe's food was incredible (received so many compliments, some saying it was the best wedding food they've ever had!) and he and his team were so helpful in getting things ready day of. We were a little disorganized and Joe jumped in at every chance he could to lend a hand, even helping us when we got locked out of one of the bride/groom suites. He helped with some last minute cake decorating adjustments, and probably did so many more things day of I (the bride) don't even know about. The whole team was smiling, helping, and celebrating with us the entire event. Susan was amazing with all my questions (of which there were many) leading up the wedding, answered in the speediest fashion every time, and was so informative. Getting to get to know Joe and Susan during the tasting was so fun and just made us all the more excited about the day. What a wonderful team!! So many things come included with the price, hors d'oeuvres, linens, glassware.. which is so hard to find! Could not recommend them highly enough.
Manya Y
5.0
9/14/2023
LCI were great to work with from start to finish. Susanne was so professional and kind and Joe knew exactly what he was doing. They were a great choice! The food was delicious and they made sure the night went seamlessly. Can’t go wrong with LCI! Thank you💜
Y H
5.0
9/09/2023
Joe and his team are AMAZING! We had an 80-people wedding and Joe’s son was there as the main chef. When we did the food tasting, the food was so good, especially the homemade pasta, simply incredible. All of our guests love the food at the event.
And they are super professional. We chose LCI because they were on the venue’s recommended list. Everything went super smoothly, the building manager knows them, and they know the venue inside out. We didn’t have a wedding planner or coordinator since we had a really simple schedule. It turns out we don’t need one! LCI took care of everything, the setup, the breakdown, etc.
I also want to mention that they put down some of the appetizers for the bride and groom at the main table at the beginning of the night because we were just too busy greeting people and had no time to eat food. That was such a thoughtful touch. We are so thankful for Joe and his team!
Rebecca H
5.0
7/12/2023
I was an extremely nervous bride who had no idea what I was in for with booking a venue that needed all vendors to be brought in separate. Joe and Susanne made every step of the way comfortable, enjoyable and overall, an extremely positive experience. They worked with me on my budget and changes and were there to support. Not to mention every single person complimented the food to me about how delicious it was. I cannot recommend this family business more!!! You will be in AWESOME hands!!
Rebecca L
5.0
6/27/2023
LCI was recommended to us by our Wedding Planner and our experience was them was phenomenal! They helped us to craft the perfect family style menu, all of our guests raved about the food and the service. From start to finish, LCI was a vendor we did not have to worry about. We would highly recommend them to anyone seeking a caterer in the NYC area. 10/10.
Ian Q
5.0
6/22/2023
LCI Caterers made our wedding run smoother than I thought possible. Susanne helped organize the cocktail hour and reception and they turned out perfect. We were busy going around and talking to guests at our reception, but the staff made sure we both got a plate with everything so we wouldn't miss out on the delicious food. We were checked-in on frequently by the chef to make sure we weren't too stressed, and I appreciated that a lot. I highly recommend LCI Caterers for their professionalism and wonderful service.
Erin M
5.0
6/07/2023
We used Joe and the LCI team for our wedding a couple weeks ago. We were so happy with them from start to finish. They had so many options, they let us try so much at our tasting, they were professional and incredibly helpful. My husband and some of his family members have Celiac disease, and they were able to accommodate us very easily - providing many gluten free options. We ended up providing our own alcohol and using LCI’s soda bar option, and their bartenders served our alcohol, including two custom cocktails. They assisted us with all our additional table rentals, and everything went very smoothly day-of thanks to them and their staff. Susanne, who helped us with all the admin work, was without a doubt the most responsive vendor we worked with for everything wedding related, which was incredibly helpful! We would recommend them to anyone getting married in the New York area.
Anna R
5.0
5/23/2023
We couldn't have more great things to say about Joe and LCI Caterers. We had the pleasure of chatting with Susanne in the planning stages and she was incredibly helpful, communicative and friendly. At our tasting, we felt like we were sitting down with good friends and they made great suggestions - not only to the food itself but the timeline, alcohol and general run of show. On the actual day of the wedding, Joe himself showed up several hours early and his team was ON it. We got married at the Greenpoint Loft and they clearly have this all down to a science. They made sure to keep myself and my husband's glasses full the entire time and brought us our meals and made sure we eat (which was much appreciated!). Thank you so much, Joe, Susanne and the entire LCI team!
Erin B
5.0
5/08/2023
Our coordinator works with a lot of caterers, and she said Joe's team was the best she's ever seen. Every single one of the staff was professional and helpful. Guests had great things to say about the meal. Would absolutely have them again!
anonymous u
5.0
1/13/2023
Can't recommend LCI Caterers enough!! Susanne was a pleasure to communicate with and was so quick with answering our questions throughout the process. Joe and his team were so professional and kind to us and our wedding guests! The food was delicious and the presentation was beautiful. Joe made sure my husband and I had a plate ready to eat at our table as we were running around with our guests, so appreciated! Highly recommend LCI Caterers, so wonderful to work with!!
Holly O
5.0
12/29/2022
My husband and I feel so incredibly lucky to have found LCI Caterers for our wedding - Joe and Susanne were amazing! I'm originally from NY, but live in London. This meant there were lots of emails back and forth, but Susanne was super helpful answering all my questions and putting me at ease throughout. My husband and I were able to have a tasting during one of our trips back home and all the food was soo delicious it was hard to choose the final menu! We're still having guests tell us how much they enjoyed the food! On the big day, Joe was a trusted, safe pair of hands - not just with the food, but everything from set up to tear down. His team was super attentive and even brought over a tray of the hors d'oeuvres whilst we were taking family photos so we didn't miss out on cocktail hour upstairs. It was just a superb quality service! Would definitely recommend LCI Caterers for any event. Thank you all again!
Christine K
5.0
12/05/2022
When our original wedding caterer canceled less than 6 months shy of our wedding, we were stressed to find a replacement. Where would we find the type of cuisine we were hoping for? Luckily we found LCI caterers and our hopes and ideas of what we'd like for our wedding were met and exceeded! Joe and his team at LCI caterers were incredible from start to finish. We eagerly met him and his team for a tasting in the summer before our wedding and his food completely blew us away! His options to choose from were vast and his expertise was impressive. Susanne helped us every step of the way, answering questions, taking our calls and easing our fears whenever they arose. Not only did they cater, but they helped us with all our rentals and helped us create the wedding of our dreams. The tables were gorgeous and they set up everything for our venue perfectly. Our guests are still talking about the wedding and the delicious food. If you're thinking about hiring LCI for your event, don't hesitate!
Irene C
5.0
10/05/2022
Everyone at LCI caterers are amazing. They catered our wedding last month and we could not be happier. The planning process was smooth, seamless, and stress-free (if you can believe that for a wedding). They really helped make the process so easy. We really enjoyed working with Susanne, Joe, his son, and all his staff. They were so kind and attentive throughout the wedding, making sure my husband and I had our food and constantly checked in with us. It was a magical night thanks to them. Our guests enjoyed the food and the selection of appetizers, entrees, desserts, and drinks. I would love to work with them for any other events I plan to have in the future. We are so grateful and will always keep them in mind!
Danielle L
5.0
10/02/2022
We hired LCI to cater our wedding and had such a phenomenal experience. Joe and Susanne were great to work with and made sure our entire day went smoothly from start to finish! From the day of our tasting almost 2 years prior, we knew they were the right choice. All of our guests complimented the food, passed appetisers, and the bar! In addition to the food and drinks, they assisted us in setting up and breaking down the venue and flipping the space from ceremony to reception. We also rented linens from them. LCI was all we could have dreamed of in a catering company and we were SO GLAD we chose them for our wedding!
Mirian I
5.0
9/11/2022
LCI was AMAZING from beginning to end. Susanne was so responsive to every question and concern we had throughout the process. Joe went above and beyond to accommodate any request we had. The food was delicious and the staff was great!!! They helped with the setup and teardown of the reception which was a huge help. Susanne and Joe were such a pleasure to work with. If you are looking for an affordable caterer with amazing quality and service then look no further than LCI.
Jelena S
5.0
6/20/2022
Most amazing wedding food! Our guests were complimenting us on the food for weeks after the wedding.
Susanne was very professional and easy to work with (even though we lived on a different continent while planning the wedding), super responsive and accommodated all our wishes (lots of vegetarian options and some options that weren’t even on the menu) and even helped us get beautiful cupcakes.
Thank you for making our special day even more special!
Terry T
5.0
5/03/2022
LCI catered my moms 80th birthday. Food was amazing! I thought I'd have leftover or the next day but every guest took a plate home. LOL I strongly recommend LCI for all your catering needs. I can't wait to call them for my next event!!
Shanaz C
5.0
4/08/2022
Joe and Susanne are absolutely awesome. Everyone loved the food. Joe's able to cook a variety of cuisines so we were able to have South Asian, American, and French dishes. Unfortunately, we were way too pumped to eat at the wedding but luckily we had an amazing tasting session with Joe. We left so full and with a ton of leftovers.
LCI staff at the event were very friendly. Delicious food, quality service and great vibes all around!!! Also, during the process, I had a million questions and every time I emailed Susanne, she was always so responsive and answered every single one of my questions. The team is absolutely fantastic. We're glad we hired them!!
Julie D
5.0
3/15/2022
The BEST ever! LCI Catering was recommended to us by our incredible wedding planner (DreamMakers NY). They were the first and only caterer we did a tasting with and here’s why: simply put, their food is incredible. From start to finish, they were incredibly hands on with helping us to select our menu and design dishes that everyone would love - and boy did our guests love it! From their chicken and waffle sliders to their fresh, homemade rigatoni alla vodka, to their incredibly flavorful and tender herb crusted filet mignon, topped off with a fantastic ice cream sundae bar - if you’re looking for an amazing catering experience and one that is family owned and family run, this is the caterer for you.
On a special and fun note - after the wedding we immediately went to Bermuda and when we got there, realized we forgot our Amex (don’t even get me started!). Our hotel needed the credit card number which we didn’t have and in an act of desperation, we remembered we had just paid LCI with the same card and we called them from Bermuda to see if they could give us the number. Susanne picked up right away, quite literally saved our trip (!!!) and quickly gave me the card number over the phone! Literally the definition of above and beyond! We are so thankful to Joe and his whole team for making our wedding the best night ever!
Mike S
5.0
2/19/2022
Joe and Susanne were amazing! We first reached out in late 2019. We did the tasting in Jan 2020. Then the world stopped, our original wedding for Oct 2020 had to be pushed to 2021. Joe and Susanne were fired up for the new date. They went above and beyond, helping us with our wedding. We had passed hors d'oeuvres during the cocktail hour. For dinner we did a family style service.
Joe is a great chef that listened to what we liked and ran with it. My wife is vegetarian and wanted to have something better than veggies on a plate for our big day. He was able to take a few of her favorite dishes and create a tasting for us that gave us both what we wanted. He created a wonderful aloo gobi with vegetable biryani for her. He also made a delicious braised short rib and chicken with mushroom and sherry sauce.
Susanne is a great communicator. She was wonderful at getting back to us quickly and answering all of our questions. But also giving us suggestions and ideas we did not consider. They have been in the catering business a long time and their experience and knowledge made them an invaluable asset to making our wedding day great.
We recommend Joe, Susanne, and the whole LCI Caterers team. They really made our day something special. If you do hire them, the Beef Bulgogi Skewers and Vegetable Samosas were especially delicious.
Trevor T
5.0
11/24/2021
Joe, Susanne and the whole staff at LCI are truly great people, providing truly great service. We had LCI cater our wedding reception for food, drinks, and staff servicing - they made the day easy all the way from first contacts to tasting to day-of execution. Highly recommend their teams to those seeking impressive food at a great value
Colleen S
5.0
10/21/2021
Joe and Susanne are AMAZING! I did not have a wedding planner but this team made me feel heard and supported every step of the way. They were upfront with exactly what we were getting and there were no hidden fees. Saying the food was incredible is an understatement. My family absolutely loved Joe. I don't know how he had time, but he had conversations with the majority of my family!! I was very stressed during set up, but Joe continued to give me supportive words and told me to go enjoy my day :) And when I didn't want to stop dancing, He let us play music till the very last second! My husband and I agree it was perfect, largely due to this wonderful team!!
Lindsay B
5.0
10/11/2021
Joe and his team are beyond amazing! We hired them for our 2020 wedding - they were extremely flexible with all the changes for our 2020 scheduled and 2021 rescheduled events at Greenpoint Loft in Brooklyn. Our guests were blown away by the quality of the food- people keep talking about Joe's penne ala vodka! Their service, overall responsiveness, and flexibility made wedding planning easy. I can't recommend these caterers enough!
Theodora K
5.0
8/30/2021
Hire Joe Cutulo! I hired Joe for my wedding and it was probably the best decision I made. After my wedding was rescheduled 3 times due to the pandemic, we decided to hold our reception for 100 people in our yard. I was skeptical that any caterer would be able to pull off an elegant affair under the circumstances. JOE DID! Not only did Joe work with me every step of the way but he went above and beyond to provide advice, suggestions, and support. He took the time to come out to see the very small space and reassured me that not only would everything work out, he would see to it personally. He is an excellent chef and goes out of his way to make your day perfect, well above and beyond the typical responsibilities of a caterer. I myself tend to micro manage so giving up the reigns for this event was hard. Well, I could not have put my trust in a better man! He is very organized, trustworthy, honest, professional, and hard working. Even with an impending hurricane, Joe and team went out of their way to help out in any way they could. My guests called me up after the event to let me know how amazing the food and catering staff were during the wedding. I would recommend LCInc Catering for any event. You get so much more than just amazing food. Thanks Joe and staff!
Lena L
5.0
5/05/2021
BOOK THIS CATERER NOW!!!!!!!!
We found LCI caterers while we were touring a venue, I saw the menu during set-up on the tables and I knew instantly that I had to have Joe caterer our wedding. We did not even look at another caterer. He was simply the one lol.
We were postponed 3 times, our wedding could not have happened without Joe, Susanne, and the LCI team.
I basically spent 2+ years planning and changing plans with Joe, we decided to go through with our wedding mainly because we were dying to work with Joe.
The food served at our wedding was OUTRAGEOUS. The service was amazing, and the dessert was so spectacular that I am still thinking about the peach cobbler empanadas.
If I could dream it, Joe would make it. The food was straight out of a five star restaurant and LCI has a customer for life.
My husband and I have been getting phone calls about how amazing the food was at our wedding and since we are big foodies this could not come as a higher compliment.
There are not enough words to describe how happy we are with LCI Caterers and we are sad that our wedding is over because we will miss working with Joe and the LCI team on a regular basis.
Joe if you are reading this, Brian and I are your number one fans and we can't wait to plan another party to work with you again.
Thank you for everything, you and your team mean the world to us.
response 05/05/2021
Hey Lena and Brian,
Thank you all so much for the great review. It was a pleasure working...
with you guys and your families. Definitely look forward to working with you on future events ☺. Send my regards to your family.
PS. I WILL SET UP A DAY FOR YOU AND BRIAN TO COME TO OUR SHOP TO HAVE THAT PASTA FROM OUR FAMOUS CHEESE WHEEL!! I heard you missed it at cocktail hour taking photos. We got you, no worries!!💖
Katie H
5.0
4/29/2020
We cannot recommend LCI Caterers more. Joe and his team are absolutely outstanding. The food is delicious, the service was excellent and their communication was clear and helpful. Our wedding was the week before COVID-19 shut everything down in NYC, and we lost over 100 of our guests the days leading up to our wedding. They helped us rearrange our reception furniture so the room felt full and warm. They were flexible and helped make sure the leftovers were well packed for people to take them home. Joe helped us shape and design a menu that would appeal to everyone and it definitely did. Literally EVERY single person commented on how wonderful the food was, and how attentive and efficient the catering staff was. All of them were wonderful. You will be so happy with them. HIRE LCI!
Bianca V
5.0
1/16/2020
Where do I even start with Joe and his team...They are absolutely hands on with EVERYTHING. We hosted a buffet style served dinner for our guests who til this day can’t stop talking about how delicious everything was. We’re a mixed family of Puerto Rican’s and Dominicans’, so to us it was imperative to have Spanish food served on the day of our wedding. To have Joe tell us he could deliver the best “Maduros” (sweet plantains) was a relief. Everything tasted as if my mom would’ve made it at home. The food was piping hot, fresh and in abundance. Not only was our dinner everything we wanted and more, to top it off, we had a full blown desert bar equipped a spread of fresh fruits, a wide selection of Italian cookies and cannolis’ (which were my mother’s favorite part) lol He and his staff were such a pleasure to work with especially during the planning process as my family and I had received news that my father had been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, just a few months before our wedding. They made every interaction after that much more than just business. They made it almost like a break a way from the stress and helped me get this done just as we planned it. I’d recommend them in a heart beat because they’re so much more than just amazing food and service. They’re a whole lot of heart.
Nic J
5.0
12/19/2019
Joe and his team were phenomenal! I had so many questions and not only were they answered, I got recommendations that saved me financially. They really treat you like family and the food - THE FOOD - is to die for. Joe really knows what goes together to please the pallet of very picky guests. My mom was light headed before walking me down the aisle so someone from the team personally brought her hors d'oeuvres to make her feel better. My next big event will HAVE TO be catered by Joe/LCI.
Alejandro N
5.0
12/19/2019
My wife and I could not be happier with the quality of service provided by Joe, Susanne and the rest of the LCI team. The food was delicious and everyone who attended our wedding could not stop raving about how good it was. They even went as far as saying they have never attended a wedding in which the food was delicious. Joe took his time with us when he invited us for a tasting and made recommendations to transform our menu from traditional to a different ordinary menu which you do not typically see at weddings. If we are ever in a situation in which we need to cater to a large group of people again I will not hesitate to call LCI to hire them for their services. They went above and beyond what was expected from them. Thank you very much JOE AND Co
Rosanne S
5.0
11/22/2019
Joe and Susanne were both a delight to work with for the year leading up to my wedding. LCI is extremely transparent about their pricing, and don't upcharge for random extras when booking them for a wedding. I appreciated their quick responses to all my questions and the fact that I knew exactly what I would be paying for. Joe delivers on your wedding day with beautiful displays and good food.
Michelle W
5.0
8/28/2019
We really enjoyed working with Joe and his team. Joe was always extremely communicative and his confidence and flexible attitude always helped our pre-wedding anxieties. The food was delicious, plentiful, and his rates were beyond reasonable. When we had a small issue arise day of, he again was responsive and professional in handling it. He worked with us on every element and we basically ate ourselves sick at our tasting hahah. Thank you Joe!
Ann A
5.0
7/24/2019
Joe and the staff at LCI Caterers were wonderful to work with from start to finish. Joe helped us create a menu our guests would love by providing us with a food tasting and making great recommendations. (Tip- attend the food tasting on an empty stomach... you’ll want to taste everything!) out menu was a mic of both American and Latin dishes....Joe reassured me that the latin dishes would taste authentic and he was right! Joe and his staff were available by email/phone and always responded quickly. After our wedding, the guests raved about the food! All the servers were so friendly and the food was delicious! Special shout out to our personal server Lisa... she was so sweet and attentive with us throughout the evening. The bartenders were also engaging and friendly. The evening flowed nicely and everything was perfect. We highly recommend LCI Caterers and hope to use them again in the future.
Melissa P
5.0
7/17/2019
LCI was FANTASTIC to work with! Joe was responsive, friendly, and super accommodating to our requests. We were sold as soon as we took the first bite at our tasting- the food was amazing! I heard so many positive comments from our guests at our wedding and Joe and his team were so kind and made me and my husband plates to ensure we'd get in at least a few bites in during our dinner hour. When we found out, the day before our wedding, that we actually DID need the tablecloths we had planned on skipping (because our tables were not the ones we had pictured), Joe and team stepped in and saved the day seamlessly. I am so happy we chose LCI for our wedding day- they not only met, but truly exceeded, our hopes and expectations and they made us feel so comfortable throughout the entire planning process . If you are looking for delicious food, a great price, and top-notch service, go with Joe and LCI!
alyssa g
5.0
6/14/2019
Joe and his team were absolutely fantastic! Joe was open to communication/phone calls/emails and always made us feel like we could call him with any changes or concerns. We knew we were going to hire him once we had our food tasting. It was so impressive as Joe always adds his own twists to popular foods. Everything was fresh. Joe’s team nailed our signature drinks and made them absolutely perfect. Our guests kept raving about how delicious the food was. Joe and his team worked extremely hard to make sure that we were happy with our meals and that the guests loved it as well. Excellent job and will definitely recommend in the future!
Heidy B
5.0
2/18/2019
If you want a caterer that does more than you could ever hope for… Please hire Joe
My now husband and I were looking for a good caterer that would please our picky parents, appeal to both our cultures (My husband is Mexican and I am Dominican) as well as our American co-workers and friends. We looked at several caterers but when we met with Joe we knew he was the one! The tasting was everything we wanted and more and Joe seemed super knowledgeable and had experience with our venue (26 Bridge) everything we could want…. He helped take our vision and create a menu that was beyond all our expectations including ALL our favorite things!! And kept us within our budget which we both thought would be impossible to do, but it’s Joe so of course he makes it happen. Joe is an amazing caterer but he was so much more than that for us! Joe was always available to me over the phone or via email no matter the time and no matter how anxious I got (and trust me I am a worrier!) he always had a solution!! Joe even spoke to me on his way to his vacation because we were a month away from our wedding and he wanted to make sure I was okay with the menu. Joe was able to fix problems that even my coordinator said “there is nothing you can do”… Joe would come in and say “we can fix that!” Two days before the wedding our bartenders canceled on us!!! One call to Joe and problem fixed!! We needed more tables last minute… Joe fixed that! AND THE FOOD!!! DELICIOUS!!! All our guests raved and complimented us on the food and everyone left full and happy; and remember this our picky family and everyone was happy!! …. Everything that my hubby and I wanted for our special day. But Joe’s amazingness does not end there, after the wedding Joe heard that with all the running around we did not get to taste everything, and he offered to cook for us so that we could taste what we had missed at the wedding …. WHO DOES THAT? JOE DOES!!!
If you want a vendor that goes above and beyond that does not stop at just food… and truly cares about the success of your big day please please please pick Joe! No one else will do!!
Katherine C
5.0
2/09/2019
LCI caterers did an amazing job! Joe is super responsive and their prices are very reasonable. Though I didn't ask him to provide wine, he ran out mid reception to buy more white after we ran out! Staff was amazing - highly recommend!
Celeste L
5.0
1/29/2019
Joseph is a Godsend. I am from a foreign country and my husband is American, so having to go through the wedding process twice, in two different countries, was not only daunting but also weighed heavily on our pockets. We decided on our wedding venue first, and Joe's company was listed as one of the preferred caterers that the venue enjoys working with. I was happy and wary at the same time with how pocket-friendly Joe's services were compared to other wedding caterers. But after reading all the shining reviews the company has on various sites, we decided to give Joe a call. Joe was so friendly and easy to talk to over the phone, and very very knowledgeable and experienced. We instantly knew that we were in good hands. To be really honest, I was still nervous even after finalizing the menu as my parents were traditional and very picky eaters, but it turned out that I did not have to worry at all. Everyone enjoyed the food immensely, and Joe's staff was incredibly nice and helpful, even Joe himself was there to make sure everything ran extra smoothly. We owe him and his team a giant thank-you for such an amazing night. Definitely highly recommended!
Deena G
5.0
1/11/2019
Joe went above and beyond with my wedding this past NYE! He was extremely helpful and easy to work with. He accommodated any changes I needed to make and advised me with the planning process which made my menu perfect. The food stations were a hit with my guests and everyone raved about the passed Hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour! I would highly recommend LCI Catering for your next event!
Anita C
5.0
8/22/2018
Our wedding day was 8/18/18, and we had the pleasure of having Joe and his staff cater. I can’t stop receiving calls, emails and texts from the guests . The food was OVER THE TOP!!!! Joe is professional(and his staff is a reflection of this), patient and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to culinary and event planning. Thank you LCI Catering!!!!
Romy B
5.0
7/02/2018
Joe is a wonderful caterer. He's flexible, willing to work within your budget, and provides fantastic food and service. He didn't overcharge us on random things and you can tell he really cares about his clients. His staff even came by just to check on us and see if we needed anything. People loved the food and he was the most reasonably priced with the most options.
Ashley W
5.0
6/25/2018
A few years ago, I hired LCI Caterers to cater the food at my 30th birthday party. Joe developed a menu to fit my unusual theme and my guests loved everything.
Fast forward a year later - I'm now engaged and planning my wedding. We chose the Museum of the Moving Image as our wedding venue - which does not have a kitchen on site and strict rules that must be followed. I was not impressed by the two caterers they recommended. I immediately called Joe and was put at ease. He had catered events there in the past and was very familiar with their policies.
I did not want to present my guests with a typical sit-down menu of three dinner options. Joe created 5 unique stations for 150 people - all of which were beautifully presented. His amazing staff made pasta in a cheese wheel and served miniature pot pies. Joe knew that my husband's family was from Brazil, thus he presented them with a fabulous mixed grill. My guests are still inquiring about the pulled pork from the southern comfort station. Everything from the
passed hors d’oeuvres to the spread of pastries for dessert was delicious!
Joe's laid back personality always put this nervous bride at ease. Whether I anxiously called him with questions or presented him with a 10 page email of rentals, he was always so patient and helpful. He was always honest with me and never tried to "sell" me anything, which unfortunately you get so much with wedding vendors.
On the day of the wedding, his staff was extremely professional and friendly. I truly applaud them for working so effortlessly in the heat with smiles on their faces (the AC went out in our venue) and for preparing the venue with so little time. They also made sure this bride was well fed throughout the chaos of the day.
Food is the biggest contender at any event - Joe knows people and good food I will definitely be calling LCI Caterers again for any/all of my future events. I cannot thank them enough for all they contributed to a day I will never forget.
Melissa G
5.0
5/02/2018
Hire Joe Cutolo! This was probably the best thing I ever did for the success of my wedding. Apart from being an excellent chef and caterer (so yes food was delicious), Joe really helps and works with you to get your perfect wedding. He is very organized, methodical and honest. He had LOTS of useful advice apart from catering (wedding cake, wine, desserts, centerpieces, linens, program, photo booth, decor, venues- he's been in this business for over 25 years!) that my husband and I are so grateful for. All his advice was ON POINT. His staff is also wonderful and very professional. The catering cost is beyond reasonable. I am very satisfied with LCInc Catering. You get so much more than just awesome catering. Thanks Joe and staff!
Itzel M
5.0
3/28/2018
There aren't enough praises I can give to really exemplify how amazing Joe and his LCI caterers are--especially after reading these reviews, it's clear this was not a one-time deal, they are just top-notch! In searching for a caterer for our wedding, I came across his company as I was specifically looking up food stations. It seemed like he could do exactly what we wanted (which could seem very random since my husband and I are both foodies) but he was also willing to give so many suggestions and had great ideas. His menu is SOOO flexible, if you want anything different from what is listed, all you have to do is ask. Not that I can pick JUST ONE impressive thing, but I have to say the way Joe took our idea for Mexican jello and ran with it was superb. He made sure each layer had a wonderful surprise and the presentation was enticing, but then again he did this for everything, people are still raving about the food. Joe and his crew were worth every single penny we spent; they made sure that EVERYTHING was taken care of and Joe, personally, made sure we were fed and treated right--he's the best! We are already fantasizing about when we use LCI again!!
response 03/28/2018
Itzel, Vic, You guys are great. It was our pleasure to be a part of your special day. OH F...
YI! Vic DOES like JICAMA. LOL Now stop making me blush!! LOL Thank you and have a wonderful day!
Erin A
5.0
12/13/2017
Joe! You did it, and people have yet to stop talking about how good the food was at our wedding. I can't thank you enough for just making our day unforgettable, not just for us but for all our guests. Joe made sure that my husband & I had a plate of all the passed apps we weren't able to try because we were taking photos, then delivered plates of food to our table to make sure we ate! Everything was incredible, the bbq, the cajun, the PASTA (& cheese wheel)!! He knows what hes doing and you won't need to worry about a thing!
Clayton H
5.0
10/22/2017
Joe catered our wedding 20/10/2017 and my wife and I couldn’t be happier with how the food and service turned out. The food was simply amazing and his staff were extremely professional and were there at any time we needed anything. Our guests could not stop telling us how much they enjoyed the food and service. Joe exceeded our expectations and truly made our day that much more memorable. We would highly recommend Joe for any wedding or event that you would need catered. We feel that you can’t find anyone better!
Jenna K
5.0
10/21/2017
Joe and his team were fantastic to work with, from our food tasting through our reception. We had to bring in everything to our wedding reception venue, which was daunting at first for our 120 guests. However, Joe and his team provided us with everything we needed for our cocktail hour and dinner service, from the food to the cutlery, glassware, china, and bar essentials. The food was delicious and fresh, and the service was impeccable. Joe and his team are amazing, and I would definitely use them in the future and highly recommend them to anyone.
LAURA G
5.0
10/20/2017
I got married December 30th, 2015 and when I say, I still! hear about the food, there's no exaggeration. From the outstanding hospitality, to the quality, great tasting dishes, Joe and his team hit every mark. As the bride, I was truly grateful to be in such good hands. I've used LCI Caterers 4x since. They've also done My Grandmother's Memorial Service, My Potluck Event, My Baby Shower and now my Best Friends Shower. Not only is the food amazing and diverse, but Joe is like part of the family. He really is invested in making you happy from both a professional and personal level. Thanks so much Joe!
sandra T
5.0
10/19/2017
I have to say without exaggeration that this Caterer is the best. The moment you call and speak personally with the owner Joe you know you are in good hands. They have been doing all my personal events for my friends and family over 10 years. When I refer brides vendors he is the first company I recommend. The fact that you can have a tasting beforehand makes it even better. It is no wonder he has been in business for so long not only do they deliver professionally and as promised, the food is amazing. If it could be 10 stars it would be.
Kate T
5.0
10/18/2017
Joe and his team were AMAZING!! We went for a tasting and it was some of the best food we had ever eaten. Joe was professional and kept us calm during the whole process. He is confident it what he does and for good reason! His food is absolutely delicious. Our guests are still talking about that pulled pork and the carved brisket. The macaroni and cheese and cheesy potatoes were out of this world. You guys are AWESOME!!!
response 10/18/2017
Hi Kate Justin, Thanks for the review. It was our pleasure. You guys have an awesome famil...
y and some serious foodies. Lol. Thank you and have a great day!
Angelo B
5.0
10/17/2017
I give lci caterers 5 stars because that's the highest I can give but they deserve way more very professional always kind food is excellent and they cater to your ever need will definitely use u guys again once again thank u so much for the wonderful food and time
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