Mobile Wood-Fired Pizza + Craft Cocktail Catering
Nicole Jones
CATERING AND EVENT SALES MANAGER
Typically responds within 24h
AWARD WINNER (8X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
It’s a big day, and it’s a big deal. You don’t want to be stuck with the same old, same old wedding food that everyone knows and hates. We get it! We’re here to help you scrap those outdated traditions, and serve a wedding meal that’s fun, unconventional, and totally you.
Drab, banquet-hall buffets? Stuffy, white glove service? Hard pass. Your wedding meal should reflect who you are and what you love – not what tradition says it should be. Grams might not totally get it at first – “PiZza?! AT yOuR weDdINg?!” – but trust us, post-dinner, she’ll be a believer – believe dat.
Your guests were mentally preparing for dry chicken and a sad vodka cranberry. But we make everything on-site, mere minutes before it’s served. So get ready to hear “Ermergherd, this is all so delicious!” alongside weepy, heartfelt thank you’s all. night. long.
Book us and chill. From the beginning to the big day, our experienced, in-house team will handle all the nitty-gritty details – from coordination to cooking to cleanup – so you don’t have to. Hakuna matata, babe.
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Nut Free
Vegan
Vegetarian
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Meet the team
Nicole Jones
Catering and Event Sales Manager
Meet Nicole, our Catering and Event Sales Manager at Wooden Paddle. Nicole is the expert at listening to your vision and turning it into reality. From the first inquiry to signing the dotted line, she ensures every detail is in place. She’s got a knack for picking up on the details that matter most to you and creating a personalized experience that feels effortless. Her goal? To make sure the wedding meal is as memorable as the day itself. Nicole understands that every couple is unique, and we believe the food should be, too. Whether it’s wood-fired pizzas, fresh salads, or mouthwatering sides, Nicole works with clients to create a menu that fits their style and tastes, all while keeping the process smooth and simple. When it’s time to book your wedding, Nicole is ready to guide you through every step. She’ll take care of all the details, leaving you free to enjoy the process and the big day itself. With Nicole, you can trust your wedding catering is in great hands. 🍕✨
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5.0
out of 5.0184 reviews
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Wooden Paddle received glowing reviews for catering various weddings, with multiple reviewers praising the delicious food, exceptional service, and accommodating staff. The menu options, including pizzas like Margarita, Smoke + Shrooms, and The Buzzkill, were a huge hit among guests. The staff, particularly catering manager Nicole and the event team, were commended for their professionalism, helpfulness, and attention to detail. Guests appreciated the seamless execution, dietary accommodations, and the overall unique and flavorful experience provided by Wooden Paddle.Review photos
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Abby R
5.0
11/22/2024
We are so happy we chose Wooden Paddle for catering our wedding! We were in search of something unique and a catering company that could do all cooking and serving on their own (our venue did not have a kitchen). The tasting was absolutely phenomenal and showcased menu options and presentation method well. We had some bumps in the road with some of the communication finalizing our menu selections, answering questions and finalizing details, but the reason why I still give them 5 stars: Bri, one of the owners, stepped in and helped remedy the situation ahead of our big day, heard us out, and gave us assurance that everything was going to go well the day of!
Even though we didn't love the policy that we had to purchase each menu item for the total guest count, the food was amazing and our guests raved about everything they ate. Pretzel bar was a little underwhelming, but the service was impeccable and the servers were so personable with all our guests.
Vendor response 12/12/2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad the food and service were a hit with ...
you and your guests—it means the world to us! While we’re sorry for the bumps along the way, we’re thrilled Bri was able to step in and make sure everything went smoothly for your big day. Your feedback is so appreciated and helps us keep improving. Congrats again—it was an honor to be part of your big day!
Gabriella M
5.0
10/27/2024
My husband and I got married three weeks ago, and hosted our reception in our backyard. Similar to all the other 5-star reviews, we had a phenomenal experience working with the Wooden Paddle.
We planned our wedding in about a month, so we came to Wooden Paddle asking if they had availability pretty last-minute as far as wedding planning goes, and by luck/chance they still had one pizza truck available (which is what we really wanted to serve at our wedding).
We ended up doing a food tasting at their restaurant prior to selecting which pizzas we wanted to move forward with, and if I had any regret, it’s only that I didn’t have a budget large enough to cater their entire menu. 😂 Literally everything we tasted was phenomenal (apps, meats, pastas, pizzas, salads, desserts, the cocktails…..DELICIOUS). We ended up choosing the following pizzas: Margarita, Smoke + Shrooms, The Buzzkill, and Rocketman. The pizzas were a huge hit with our guests. Even my 1st generation Italian grandma was impressed with the pizzas (and bless her, but she is extremely picky comparing anything in the US to Italy, lol). We ended up selecting a drink package that had ‘signature’ cocktails included as well, and the cocktails were raved about all evening, and people are still telling me about how much they loved them.
I’m not sure if this was something that was supposed to be apart of our package or not, but we had ordered a cake that wasn’t purchased through Wooden Paddle because we wanted something very specific, and they jumped in and were so kind to help slice it all to serve for our guests, which I honestly wasn’t expecting and had low key been initially dreading all night. The staff at our event were extremely kind and professional, and I felt like they made magic happen getting pizzas from where they were parked right outside our house into the tent in our backyard seamlessly. I swear, the pizzas were never empty until they saw that people were slowly lowering their consumption. They fire off the rest of whatever is left of all the pizzas at the end of the night and they box them for you, and our guests loved them—we only had one box leftover and it’s literally because someone forgot it as they were trying to gather all their kids to leave (which was a blessing for us because we didn’t get to eat much while talking to people all night, and we were so thrilled to have a pizza for ourselves once everyone left 😅).
Wooden Paddle as a company was great, but I’d also like to say that if anyone has the opportunity to work with their catering manager Nicole, that she is an ABSOLUTE GEM of a human. If you are panicking trying to nail down the details of your catering, whether it’s with Wooden Paddle or another company, boy do I hope you have a Nicole in your corner. She helped us understand everything, and was super accommodating and quick to answer any questions we had. We had a slight catering issue come up about a week before the wedding was supposed to take place, and she helped resolve it quickly and super professionally. I can’t speak highly of Nicole enough.
Overall, we loved our experience, and we can wait to go back for future dinners (because we truly loved the food so much).
Vendor response 12/12/2024
Wow, thank you for such an incredible review! 🥹 We’re beyond thrilled that everything cam...
e together so beautifully for your backyard wedding—talk about a dream setup! From your very Italian grandma approving the pizza (a true honor) to your guests raving about the cocktails, we couldn’t be happier to hear how much everyone loved it.
Huge shoutout to Nicole for being the rockstar that she is—we’re lucky to have her on the team! And we’re so glad you got to enjoy some late-night pizza leftovers (the perfect way to end the night, honestly). Thanks again for letting us be part of such a special day, and we can’t wait to see you back for dinner soon! 🍕❤️
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Devyn K
5.0
10/17/2024
Wooden Paddle did an amazing job with our wedding at Firehouse Chicago! We wanted something a bit off the typical beaten path that was approachable to our less adventurous guests, while offering something still exciting for our more adventurous eaters. In addition, we had many guests with dietary restrictions like gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, and a variety of other assorted allergies. They handled this wide variety perfectly, from the appetizers, pizza, and drinks. Their staff was all extremely nice & personable, from the initial tasting, the planning process, and all of the staff the night of. The food and drinks were all delicious, and we had quite a few leftover pizzas at the end of the night that went home with us & our guests too.
Vendor response 12/12/2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad we could bring something delicious an...
d unique to your big day at Firehouse Chicago! 🎉 It’s great to hear that we hit the mark for both your adventurous eaters and those with dietary needs—that’s always the goal. From planning to the big night, we loved being part of your celebration, and we’re thrilled your guests enjoyed everything (and that the leftover pizza didn’t go to waste). Cheers to an unforgettable day!
Aryn K
5.0
10/17/2024
Wooden Paddle was the perfect choice for our wedding at Firehouse Chicago. They arrived on time, were knowledgable about the venue, and knew exactly what all needed to happen to make our day go on flawlessly. They were perfect at handling dietary restrictions as well, we were able to offer our vegan and gluten-allergic guests multiple options that were all handled without any issue. Everyone was exceptionally kind, from the servers to the bartender to the coordinators, 10/10
Vendor response 12/12/2024
Thank you for the glowing review! We’re so happy to hear everything went seamlessly at Fir...
ehouse Chicago. From dietary restrictions to flawless timing, it’s always our mission to make the day stress-free and delicious for everyone. Huge shoutout to our team for making it happen! Cheers to a perfect celebration!
BROOKE C
5.0
10/14/2024
Wooden Paddle catered our wedding this past Saturday. My husband (eek!) and I KNEW we had to have the Wooden Paddle as part of our special day because they are a part of OUR story. We started dating in 2012 and a few months into our love story, a take-away pizza spot opened within walking distance of where he was living at the time. Every Friday we would order a pizza to enjoy as part of our date nights. We were absolutely devastated when they closed the Orland location in order to pursue catering. Fast forward a few years and they opened the brick and mortar location in Lemont. Fast forward a few more years and we were able to work with their team to bring wood-fired pizza to our wedding day! Miriam and the Event team were amazing to work with. The on-site team the day of were a well oiled machine. Our guests raved about the quality and amount of food. Thank you Wooden Paddle!
Vendor response 12/12/2024
This is such a heartwarming review—thank you! We’re beyond honored to have been part of yo...
ur story for so many years and to bring it full circle on your wedding day. From those Orland pizza nights to your big celebration, it’s been a journey we’re so glad to share with you! We’re thrilled your guests loved the food, and we’re so grateful you chose us to be part of such a special day. Cheers to your forever!
Elise M
5.0
9/26/2024
We had the pleasure of working with Wooden Paddle for our summer wedding, and I can’t speak highly enough about their service. From the moment we started planning, their team was incredibly attentive and accommodating. On the big day, the food was nothing short of spectacular—every dish was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious! Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the pizza's and pasta!
The service was equally impressive. The staff was professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. They truly helped make our wedding day unforgettable. If you’re looking for a caterer who delivers both outstanding food and exceptional service, Wooden Paddle is the way to go!
Vendor response 12/12/2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to hear how much you and your guests ...
loved the food (pizza and pasta rave reviews = music to our ears!). Our team takes pride in making everything run smoothly, so it’s amazing to know we hit the mark. Thanks for letting us be part of your unforgettable day—cheers to a lifetime of happiness!
Ken A
5.0
9/20/2024
Briana the owner is amazing. Their customer service is top notch and the pizza is excellent!
Ellie L
4.0
8/17/2024
Working with Wooden Paddle was fantastic. As someone who is gluten-free, I struggled to find a caterer that could offer me more than just a plain chicken breast. For our tasting, they prepared gluten-free versions of several appetizers, salads, pastas, and SIX different gluten-free pizzas. We were so impressed that we booked them on the spot.
They worked with us to design the perfect menu and took the time to meet with me before the wedding to ensure that we had plans in place to accommodate guests with dietary restrictions. The food at the reception was just as amazing as it was during the tasting, and they even left us with around 30 leftover pizzas to share with guests at the end of the night.
The only reason for not giving five stars is that there was not nearly enough gelato presence on our 90-degree wedding day. I didn’t expect the gelato to be served in small paper cups rather than being available on the buffet line. As a result, not all guests received gelato, and those who did felt they should have received significantly more. Kind of a bummer note to end the food service on.
Despite the small gelato issue, I would definitely recommend Wooden Paddle to anyone looking for a caterer. Several guests have reached out since the wedding to tell me they can’t stop thinking about “the best pizza they’ve ever had.”
Niko B
5.0
8/10/2024
The entire Wooden Paddle catering team was a pleasure to work with. Aside from making some fantastic pizzas, they were great at answering all of our questions, accommodating guests who were gluten- or dairy-free, and even preparing the dessert table my parents had made so they could enjoy the night instead of worrying about setting it up. They went above and beyond and we loved working with them.
Vendor response 08/10/2024
Niko it was an honor to serve you! Happy marriage! Hope to see you in the restaurant soon.
Dennisse S
5.0
8/04/2024
Wooden Paddle was very professional and accommodating. They worked with us as our guest count changed and as we decided to go with their linens rather than our own. The food was great and our guests loved trying the variety of pizzas. They were so kind and made the dinner go smoothly. We highly recommend them!
Vendor response 08/10/2024
Dennisse thank you so much for allowing us to serve you on your wedding day! Hope to see y...
ou in the restaurant soon!
Shea C
5.0
8/03/2024
Super responsive staff, a very informative tasting, special requests and the day went off with out a hitch. We literally didn't have to speak to them once on the day(which is a positive thing!)
Vendor response 08/05/2024
Thank you so very much for allowing us to serve you on your special day. We appreciate you...
!
Shea C
5.0
8/01/2024
We had Wooden Paddle cater our wedding this July. The staff were very accommodating, provided a great taste test for us, responded quickly to all emails, and went above and beyond to provide dietary accommodations for our guests. They were on time to the venue, had plenty servers, brought us special dishes separate from our head table, and were very friendly!
Vendor response 08/01/2024
Hi Shea! Thank you for your kind words. It was indeed a pleasure to serve you on your spec...
ial day. Hope to see you in the restaurant soon!
Alyssa B
5.0
8/01/2024
We loved Wooden Paddle!!! I wanted different wedding food, not the traditional chicken or steak options. We had burrata toasts and fried meatballs as appetizers, the pear and arugula salad, the short rib bolognese, 4 pizza options-Sausage Fest, Rocketman, Margherita and Gettin Figgy With It. We also had the luxardo cherry gelato as a dessert option along with our own cake. The staff were amazing and really nice. I talked to a few of them including the bartender and Kayleigh, the one leading the team, was so nice and friendly. Everyone was very professional and on top of every single thing. I will definitely be going out to their restaurant in Lemont, Il to actually eat there and try other foods. I can’t recommend them enough. Go non-traditional with Wooden Paddle!
Vendor response 08/01/2024
Alyssa you were such a lovely bride! We were honored to be a part of your special day. Tha...
nk you so much for the compliments it means the world to us! See you soon in the restaurant!
Rachel D
5.0
6/30/2024
Wooden Paddle provided both catering and day of coordination for our May 2024 wedding, and we could literally not be happier with how everything went!!
Joelle and Miriam were truly the most incredible coordinators. They were so on top of the planning as we approached the wedding and helped us keep all the details straight, make timelines, communicate with vendors, and make sure nothing important was forgotten. On the day of, they were prepared for everything, made sure the day ran smoothly, and took all of the stress away so we could just be present and enjoy the day.
The catering was AMAZING - the food was incredible and all of our guests were absolutely thrilled. The charcuterie table was absolutely everything, and they even set aside a personal tray for us to make sure we got the chance to eat at cocktail hour! The pizza was truly wonderful, and they did an amazing job of coordinating personal pizzas for our guests with allergies. Our friends and family are still raving about our pizza wedding!
We are so incredibly happy with our experience with Wooden Paddle, thank you so much for the most wonderful wedding!!
Vendor response 07/01/2024
Thank you for trusting us with your special day! Your wedding was lovely! See you soon in ...
the restaurant!
Danielle N
5.0
6/04/2024
Wooden paddle is AMAZING!! They catered our wedding on 4/27 and were an absolute hit with everyone in attendance. The staff was very helpful with overall setup and professional throughout the evening. Just as in their restaurant, the food was fantastic!! It’s a great alternative if you want delicious food that breaks away from the traditional. Also a good option to consider if your venue doesn’t come equipped with a full kitchen but you still want your food prepared on site.
Vendor response 06/05/2024
Danielle! Thanks so much for the kind words. I was GUSHING when I saw your amazing dress ...
and those awesome pictures you guys took with the paddles by the oven! Congratulations, again, and it was awesome working with you!
Patrick A
5.0
3/29/2024
Wooden Paddle was there for us from start to finish, through planning the wedding until we were packing up leftovers to take home! I can not recommend them enough. The food was delicious and unique. I have never heard compliments on the food from wedding guests like we received thanks to Wooden Paddle. Everyone loved the appetizers, their pizzas, and extra compliments came from those guests with dietary restrictions. We had dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian guests who all said our wedding had the best pizza they have ever had! On top of making our wedding more memorable and delicious, they also took time to discuss with us in depth what we needed and expected from our wedding. They worked with us every step of the way to make the whole process run as smoothly as possible. They made sure the stress and the mess of catering a wedding was taken care of, so we could just relax and enjoy our slices & signature cocktails (both of which, we had a few).
Vendor response 04/02/2024
Thanks so much! We're fr *blushing* - it was such a pleasure keeping your guests happy and...
well-fed! Cheers to love, laughter, and lots of good eats!
Kaitlin N
5.0
3/29/2024
Our wedding was made even more memorable thanks to the incredible catering provided by Wooden Paddle. From the first bite to the last, their pizzas were a culinary delight, leaving our guests raving about the flavors and quality. Not only were the pizzas delicious, but the service was exceptional—prompt, professional, and attentive to every detail. The staff was friendly and accommodating, and they effortlessly catered to our diverse dietary needs and preferences. With their rustic wood-fired oven and fresh, high-quality ingredients, charcuterie grazing table, and artsy drinks they brought the flavor to our special day. If you're looking to add a unique and delicious touch to your wedding, look no further than Wooden Paddle. They truly deserve every one of these five stars!
Vendor response 04/01/2024
Hi Katie! Thank you soooo much for the kind words - and the five stars! We're thrilled to ...
have been a part of your big day. Congrats on tying the knot, and we cannot wait to see you back in the restaurant!
Sean S
5.0
2/29/2024
Wooden paddle catered our wedding October 2023 and far exceeded our expectations! Can’t thank them enough for the amazing food and incredible service. Highly recommend!
Vendor response 03/01/2024
Hey Hey! So excited we were able to fulfill your wishes! It was an honor to serve you!
Genevieve G
5.0
2/29/2024
Had the absolute best experience with wooden paddle catering! From start to finish they were helpful, professional, and extremely efficient! They helped assist the set up and take down of our reception. But most importantly, the food was INCREDIBLE. Our guests could not stop talking about how much they loved it. We wanted to do something different than typical wedding food, and they were perfect. Delicious pizza and appetizers with an elevated presentation.
Vendor response 03/01/2024
So excited we were able to fulfill your wishes! It was an honor to serve you! Woo Hoo!
Joshua L
5.0
12/27/2023
Wooden Paddle is the perfect caterer for a wedding, plain and simple! We knew it was an excellent choice, but after our tasting, we knew 100% it was the right fit for our big day. All the point of contacts we worked with were wonderful. They were able to accommodate all our guests, including those with food allergies. Throughout the night, we received so many compliments on the tastiness of the food. We are still getting messages about how fun and unique a wedding food experience it was. The staff was friendly, accommodating, and very attentive. We even got the chance to make our own pizza before the ceremony! We cannot thank Wooden Paddle and the entire team enough for their exceptional work. We highly recommend and would use them again without hesitation. Thank you so much Wooden Paddle!
Vendor response 12/27/2023
Hey Joshua so pleased we delivered as promised! Hope to see you in the restaurant soon!
Mary Kate M
5.0
12/27/2023
Wooden Paddle catered our wedding on 12/15 and we could not have been happier! From the initial tasting to the night of the wedding, the crew at Wooden Paddle (specifically Miriam*) made the process simple and stress free! After going to a million weddings with the boring options of ‘meat, fish, or veggie’… we knew that was not the route we wanted to take for our own celebration. As a couple who eats pizza multiple times a week, who come from pizza loving families, we knew we had to give our guests the best wedding zas we could find… and we hit the jackpot with Wooden Paddle! The quality of pizzas, salads, pastas, and apps were aligned with the quality of their staff: outstanding! The food was fresh and hot on every table. Our guests are still raving about the wedding meal, and how often does that happen after a wedding of 220?? (Never!!) We’ve even had guests ask us for the address to Wooden Paddle so they can go there for dinner! Thank you to everyone at Wooden Paddle who made our night so memorable. We can’t wait to spend our future birthdays, anniversaries, and special events with you at the restaurant!
Vendor response 12/27/2023
Mary Kate, love the photos! So happy we were able to serve you as promised on your lovely ...
wedding day!
Joe M
5.0
12/27/2023
We had Wooden Paddle cater our wedding for 215 guests and it was fantastic. They covered the appetizers, salads, pizza, cannoli’s and coffee. The food was delicious and everyone was raving about it for weeks after. They were easy to work with and accommodated all our request. I highly recommend using them for your event!
Vendor response 12/27/2023
Hey Joe, we are so happy we were able to help give you the day to remember. Hope to see yo...
u in the restaurant soon.
Jeff M
5.0
12/16/2023
Wedding food is usually boring. But everyone loves pizza - and Wooden Paddle does it so well. Our guests loved the apps, especially the enormous charcuterie board. My husband and I barely got to try anything during cocktail hour, and the Wooden Paddle team thoughtfully arranged a sampler of all the apps and charcuterie at our seats. They also did a great job of accommodating the dietary restrictions of our guests, making personal GF and vegan pies without any extra charge. The pizzas are delicious and plentiful - and after a night of drinking and dancing, what better party favor than a to-go pizza box? Great tasting experience at their restaurant in Lemont, friendly and responsive staff, awesome on-site team. Definitely exceeded our expectations.
Vendor response 12/27/2023
Hi Jeff, Our dream is to give you the day your were dreaming of! So happy we could be a pa...
rt of your special day! Hope to see you in the restaurant soon.
Melissa B
5.0
11/27/2023
We had Wooden Paddle cater our wedding and it was the talk of the whole night! Everyone raved about the apps, pasta, and pizza. The food staff was efficient and attentive. The bar staff was so fun and happy to serve. And the event coordinating staff were a pleasure to work with from the tasting to the wedding day! I would highly recommend Wooden Paddle catering and I know my husband and I will be dining in at the restaurant in the future :)
Vendor response 11/28/2023
Melissa, thank you for your kind words! It was a pleasure being a part of your lovely wedd...
ing day!
Morgan M
5.0
11/24/2023
My husband and I used Wooden Paddle for our wedding in October 2023 and everything was phenomenal! The team was consultative and helpful from the time of our tasting through the event itself. Our guests were raving about the pizza, some stating that it was the best pizza they've ever had. Coming from an Italian family, that is high praise! One other standout feature was that WP was able to offer gluten-free and dairy-free options for our guests with food allergies. The guests with allergies were so grateful to have a special pizza all their own and shared that it was delicious and tasted like regular pizza. I could go on and on about our experience, but the long and short of it is, whether you're looking for a place to grab a great pizza with even better cocktails or want a unique experience for your wedding, Wooden Paddle has you covered. Thank you, Joelle and Miriam for making our day so special!
Vendor response 11/28/2023
Morgan, what a great day! So happy we were able to play such an important part in your big...
day! Happy marriage!
Jeffrey M
5.0
11/24/2023
One word ...Amazing! Amazing food. Amazing people to work with. Amazing memories. We chose Wooden Paddle to cater our wedding and they did not disappoint. The guests all raved about the pizza. We had a few guests who have allergies which Wooden Paddle accommodated for and "the best gluten free pizza I have ever had." Aside from the amazing food, Wooden Paddle is great to work with. Quick response time, flexible, and the day of the event helped out with all facets of the production. We cannot say thank you enough.
Vendor response 11/28/2023
Jeff, so glad we were able to help bring your vision to life!
Genesis M
5.0
11/15/2023
We had an incredible wedding catering experience with Wooden Paddle - we can't recommend them highly enough! Having pizza at our wedding was a dream from the start, but we didn't know if we'd be able to find somewhere that had the variety, taste, and style we had in mind. We were lucky enough to stumble upon Wooden Paddle early on in our search, and it was immediately clear they offered exactly what we were looking for on paper. After we attended their tasting, we immediately cancelled all of our other scheduled catering trials, as we knew we had found the one. They delivered on the big day as well in every way we could have asked for. The service was so smooth and worked so well with our other vendors, and the food (especially the pizza!) was beyond awesome! We got so many compliments from our guests about our chosen pies. We also had many positive remarks about the absolutely beautiful charcuterie table they put together for us. Along the way, the event coordinator helped us to craft the service for the evening exactly as we needed, and everyone was beyond accommodating and helpful. This is such a cool place and again, we cannot recommend them highly enough for event catering.
Vendor response 11/15/2023
Genesis, you are so very sweet! Thank you for trusting us to fulfill your wedding day visi...
on. It was our pleasure!
Katie F
5.0
11/13/2023
Wooden Paddle was the caterer for our wedding and all of our guests LOVED the pizza! They were so easy to work with and great at communicating, and were even able to make pizzas for our vegan+GF guests (which those guests loved as well). We mainly worked with Miriam who was so helpful every step of the way.
Vendor response 11/15/2023
Katie thank you so much for your kind words. It was our pleasure to be a part of your love...
ly wedding!
Rachel A
5.0
10/30/2023
10/10 WOULD RECOMMEND!! We instantly fell in love with Wooden Paddle after our tasting. We were able to try every single dish on their catering menu, while having each dish individually explained to us. From the start, our Event Coordinator-Miriam, could not have been better. She answered every single question, idea and worry we had along the way. Miriam would always respond extremely fast and always made herself available. Come wedding day our experience was no different. WP came with a team that was ready to go. Our guests could not say enough good things about not only the food but the service provided by the catering staff. No one was ever left without food and the team was always making sure my husband and I were taken care of. We had quite a few guests with dietary restrictions and they handled it seamlessly. We even had a late night snack of White Castle and the team received the order from the delivery driver and quickly went into decorator mode and set out the White Castle boxes in an amazing display. PIZZA IS THE NEW CHICKEN & BEEF!! Our guests loved the pizza and the quality was not lost even when the team had to perform in the rain. We truly cannot thank the Wooden Paddle team enough, they made our wedding day a huge success!!!
Vendor response 11/03/2023
Rachel you are so lovely for these kind words! We cannot thank you enough! It was truly ou...
r pleasure to be a part of your delightful wedding!
Kian K
5.0
10/26/2023
I absolutely loved working with Wooden Paddle for our wedding! I wanted to serve something other than dry chicken or cold steak since wedding food is ALWAYS complained about no matter how much the Bride and Groom spends. The few weddings that I've been to before mine were always a disappointment in the food category. We always left feeling hungry and stopping at a McDonalds on our way home- INSANE to think about when catering is so expensive.
I went to Wooden Paddle with my fiancé and my two sisters for our tasting and the food easily made my decision! Working with the Wooden Paddle team was super easy- they were very responsive and accommodating. Every one of my guests RAVED about the food at our wedding- they couldn't get enough of it! Thankfully they all live in the area around where their restaurant is so we've already sent our guests there for date nights. We live out of state but we'll definitely be eating there every time we come back into town.
If you're looking for an alternative and don't want to do the same, bland catering food that people have done for YEARS, go with Wooden Paddle!! You want your guests to walk away with the experience that mine had.
Vendor response 11/03/2023
Kian, thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your special day!
We are honored ...
and so happy you were pleased. Hope to see you soon in the restaurant!
Bre B
5.0
9/19/2023
We had Wooden Paddle cater our wedding and it may have very well been the best decision of the whole wedding planning process!!!
From start to finish, the Wooden Paddle team was an absolute pleasure to work with. Chloe and Miriam were the dynamic duo that worked with us to figure out what was best for our special day.
We enjoyed the tasting in their restaurant and were completely blown away with that process as a whole. If we weren't already sold at the thought of having their pizza at our wedding, trying every delicious additional item was the "nail in the coffin" as they say. Every darn bite was more amazing than the last. We both were in AWE of everything. The hardest part of the whole process was narrowing down what we wanted. SO MANY DELICIOUS CHOICES.
As we got closer to the event, Chloe was absolutely wonderful with helping us make any changes to our menu, pick out the perfect linens and prepping us for what's to come on the day of.
On the day of our wedding, let's just say we blew everyone out of the water with having Wooden Paddle as our food choice. They brought a massive pizza oven on site and cooked every pizza live in front of our venue/guests. Talk about leaving a lasting impression huh?
Not only was the setup wonderful, but the service was a 12 out of 10! The servers were prompt, extremely friendly, super genuine and looked to be having an amazing time just being there. I remember many people commenting on how wonderful the service was. Just IMPRESSIVE!!
Now....to the most important part...the FOOD! All I can say is WOW. Just absolutely blown away with how wonderful everything came out. From the apps (the charcuterie table was a game hanger) to the fantastic pizzas coming out flaming hot and just melting in our mouths, it was THE BEST food I've ever had at a wedding...and even more so since it was our wedding. We had an insane amount of compliments on the food that night and still have people reminiscing about the delicious pizzas. It truly was the best decision we made during our wedding planning process.
I would recommend Wooden Paddle to any and everyone looking to make a lasting impression with a catered food...or even just a fun night out for dinner. This team is sharp, incredible and super fun to work with. I always appreciate working with people that feel like friends and I can easily say that Chloe and Miriam are now like friends. THEY ROCKED!!!
Thank you Wooden Paddle for everything. We absolutely cannot wait to come back and enjoy your delicious food on date nights and are already planning on celebrating our 1-year at your restaurant. You are wonderful and we appreciate all that you helped us do on our special day.
Vendor response 09/19/2023
Hello Bre! Yes! Nailed it! Thank you so much for your kind words. We strive to make our co...
uples happy. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special day.
Andrew R
5.0
8/17/2023
We loved everything about Wooden Paddle, and working with them was so easy. Very professional, organized, and 100% executed flawlessly on our wedding day. So many of our guests commented how good the food was, and loved that dinner served was so different than most weddings! Highly recommend!!
Vendor response 09/06/2023
Hi Andrew! Yes! Nailed it! So happy you and your guests were pleased! Thank you for allowi...
ng us to participate in your special day!
Adrian B
5.0
8/09/2023
Wooden Paddle was great to work with. Miriam answered all our questions and eased all of our nerves. The staff was great on the day of our wedding, they even signed our guest book. The food was delicious, everyone loved the Sausage Fest pizza and the Burrata Bucatini.
Vendor response 09/06/2023
Hey Adrian! So happy your day was all you envisioned it would be and we are honored to hav...
e played a small part. We also agree, Miriam is a Rock Star! Thank you so very much!
Faith A
5.0
7/06/2023
Wooden Paddle catered our wedding and it was amazing! They were one of our first booked and easiest vendors to work with! Their food is delicious!! I am gluten-free, and Wooden Paddle was able to easily accommodate that without sacrificing taste. Our guests loved it, and have not stopped raving about how good the pizza was. Not only was the food great, but also the staff! There was a plate waiting for us at our dinner table saved from our cocktail hour charcuterie board since we were too busy taking pictures during cocktail hour to enjoy it. Do not hesitate to book with Wooden Paddle!! Both you AND your guests will LOVE it!
Vendor response 07/06/2023
Thank you so much! I totally agree, the gluten-free dough is so good it's hard to tell the...
difference! We try to have the food follow you around the whole night, a bit like *magic* - it's a busy day for you all! We are looking forward to seeing you again in our restaurant sometime soon!
Kobe B
5.0
7/06/2023
We are so happy that we hired Wooden Paddle to cater our wedding. We received so many complements and positive feedback on the taste and uniqueness of the food. The catering staff really went above and beyond with managing to work on multiple floors that our venue had. Additionally, our guest asked for more of certain kinds of pizza and special dietary accommodations last minute, and they delivered! They took care of me and the bride very well and made sure that we enjoyed all of the delicious food that night. I cannot say enough positive comments about this business!
Vendor response 07/06/2023
Hi there, Kobe! Shout out to our day-of team - they're the real MVPs here! They for sure k...
now how to bust it wherever we go. We truly appreciate the kind words, and we wish you the very best!
Carli B
5.0
7/03/2023
Wooden Paddle was our caterer for the wedding. They provided amazing support throughout the entire process. Joelle and Miriam helped with all of our questions and quickly adapted the plans as there were some unexpected changes on our end. I don't know how we could have done our wedding without their constant support. They were in continual communication with our venue and made sure that everything went smoothly. Our guests raved about the great food. My personal favorite is the Buzzkill pizza. I also appreciate how they went above and beyond to accommodate my request for a special cocktail that was not on their menu.
Vendor response 07/06/2023
Thank you, Carli! The Buzzkill is *chef's kiss*, enough said. Thank you so, so much for al...
lowing us to be part of your big day, and we hope to see you + Jamin in our restaurant sometime soon!
Justin O
5.0
6/26/2023
We had wooden paddle cater our wedding and I cannot recommend it enough. Ditch the dry chicken or whatever you were planning on having and go with food that people will love. Our guests were amazed with how fast the wooden paddle team served 180 people hot and delicious food. The mobile wood fire oven was also a hit amongst our guests. Have wooden paddle cater your events, you won’t regret it.
Vendor response 07/06/2023
Dry, overcooked chicken be damned! I definitely agree that quick service + delicious food ...
is always a solid combo for a great night! Thank you so much, and we wish you all the best!
Emily C
5.0
6/26/2023
We absolutely loved having wooden paddle cater our wedding! First off, all of our guests told us how much they loved all the food (especially the pizza!), and how impressed they were that 170+ guests were able to be served hot, delicious pizza so quickly! The buzzkill pizza was definitely a crowd favorite. Their staff even made sure that I personally was able to be served any appetizers I might have missed while having photos taken during the cocktail hour, which was truly appreciated. From the day we came in for a tasting all the way leading up to our big day, wooden paddle patiently helped us through all our questions and planning - shout out to Miriam especially, she was awesome! They also were able to cater to any and all dietary needs for our guests. I truly believe wooden paddle made our wedding even more special and memorable! We’ll definitely be making the trip for more of their pizza as often as possible!!
Vendor response 07/06/2023
Hi Emily! I'm so glad you and your guests enjoyed the food + service. We try our best to m...
ake sure your getting hitched going off without a hitch! Thank you so much for choosing us to cater your big day!
Sarah J
5.0
6/19/2023
Couldn’t have better things to say about Wooden Paddle. The coordinators and day of staff were incredible to work with, and the food was amazing. My husband and I have a few food allergies, and they accommodated with ease without sacrificing deliciousness. Our guests are still calling and texting to tell us it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had AND even the best pizza of their lives. We love Wooden Paddle! So glad we can still visit them at their location in Lemont whenever we are missing that incredible meal.
Vendor response 07/06/2023
Thank you so much, Sarah! It's always a great time getting to work at Firehouse Chicago, w...
hat's better than eating wood-fired pizza in a firehouse?? We cannot wait to see you guys sometime soon!
Kathleen H
5.0
5/16/2023
We hired Wooden Paddle for our backyard rehearsal dinner. I cannot speak highly enough about the quality of the service in coordinating the event with Miriam, as well as the event itself! Our guests absolutely loved the food and the drinks, and the Wooden Paddle staff expertly set up and tore down all the moving parts for us, including the glorious pizza oven, and table, chairs, and linens we rented from them as well. Also the tasting was absolutely unreal and such a great way to try all of their food. We are so happy we went with Wooden Paddle. Could not recommend highly enough!
Vendor response 05/30/2023
Hi Kathleen! Thank you so much for the kind words, we had such a blast serving you and you...
r guests! We wish you and Chris all the best!
Keryn C
5.0
2/14/2023
We used the Wooden Paddle for our wedding and they were the best!!
When touring venues, Wooden Paddle popped up as a caterer and we immediately were interested. The pizza is SO good. It's fresh, the combos are incredible and we immediately booked them that evening.
Working with the team was a breeze. Joelle and Miriam were easy and fun to work with. They accommodated all dietary preferences and made us feel at ease leading up to our wedding.
The day of the wedding, people were RAVING about the food. We had a charcuterie platter, bite size toasts, Caprese pops and steak bites. The pizza was incredible and possibly the highlight of my wedding. The staff was fast and quick. Truly did not need to worry about a single thing with the Wooden Paddle on our team.
Vendor response 02/20/2023
Hi Keryn! Thank you so much for the kind words! Shout out to the Joinery as well for being...
an awesome venue to work with. Nothing better than having fresh food before dancing the night away! We can't wait to see you + Kevin again!
Bryce K
5.0
1/31/2023
We are so grateful we went with Wooden Paddle! Beyond happy!
It was so fun seeing our guests discuss and pick their favorite pizza. It was a unique experience, and we cannot rave enough about it. One of our favorite things about Wooden Paddle is that they box up all the leftover pizzas at the end of the night-- as the Bride and Groom, we took four pizzas home, and it was the perfect way to end the night: eating pizza in bed.
Vendor response 02/01/2023
Hi Bryce! Leftovers is the only way to end after a long night of talking, dancing, and dri...
nking, and pizza is the perfect late-night munchie (at least we think). We're so glad that everyone enjoyed the service, and we hope to see you again sometime soon!
Kellie C
5.0
1/31/2023
Wonderful! We hired Wooden Paddle for our wedding in November, and it was AMAZING! The guests were raving about the quality, service, taste, and uniqueness of Wooden Paddle. It was much better than serving the typical chicken and asparagus that most weddings have.
Wedding planning is stressful enough, so it's nice that the Wooden Paddle team was organized, timely, and accommodating to our vision. They were also so great at working with our venue. I recommend this vendor to anyone getting married. Before the wedding, it was so fun going to their restaurant in Lemont to try our menu over and over again and try new things.
Our favorites:
Buzzkill pizza
To fly for a white pie
The gelato
Vendor response 02/01/2023
Hi Kellie! We completely agree - overpriced, overcooked chicken be damned! Also, mint chip...
gelato is TO DIE FOR! (just sayin') I'm so glad that we helped relieve (even if it was a little) bit of stress leading up to and on the day-of. We wish you all the best, and please be sure to stop by sometime soon and say hi!
Kelsey C
5.0
12/27/2022
We hired Wooden Paddle for our wedding and our guests are still raving about it!! Not only is pizza fun but the food was phenomenal. We have a number of foodies in our friend group and the pizza got their stamp of approval. It made dinner and the night so much more fun and we're recommending Wooden Paddle to any couple that'll listen. We also had some severe allergies to be mindful of and they went above and beyond to make sure our guests were healthy.
Vendor response 12/29/2022
Hi Kelsey! I'm so glad you + your guests enjoyed everything. We'll always take a stamp of ...
approval! Thank you for the kind words, but can we talk about the lion dancers though?!? Hands down coolest thing I've seen this summer at a wedding. We wish you + Casey all the best, and be sure to visit us sometime soon!
Catherine K
5.0
12/21/2022
Pizza for our wedding dinner.....YES!! Hiring Wooden Paddle was seriously the best decision we made when it came to wedding day vendors. Wooden Paddle not only has amazing food but the staff was equally amazing. Our guests have not stopped talking about this since May!! I had menu cards made for the tables, but they never made it to the tables but no worries because the Wooden Paddle staff told each table what was coming out and it gave service a personal touch. The best part was they wrapped up a couple of extra pizzas for after our reception, which was greatly appreciated and needed. I would hire them again in a heart beat and I've been letting everyone know! Maybe for a vow renewal??? 15/10 for Wooden Paddle from the Conrads!
Vendor response 12/29/2022
Hi Catherine! Thank you so much, we truly appreciate it! I'll pass along the kind words to...
our team. We always love going to our Lemont neighbors, the Bridge, and we had such a great time as well! Leftovers are definitely a must for those late-night dance munchies, and I'm glad everything enjoyed the food + service! We hope to see you + Matt sometime soon!
Claire S
5.0
11/29/2022
Three words: Mushroom. Truffle. Pizza.
Hiring WP to cater our wedding was hands-down one of the best decisions we made. Our guests absolutely raved about every single dish we had- from the charcuterie tables, chicken wings (the best!), and of course the pizzas, we heard nothing but compliments. We really wanted a less traditional catering option for our wedding since we’re big foodies (and I’m a huge Italophile) and we’re just thrilled we decided to go with WP in the end. They were so easy to work with- we easily organized a tasting a little over a year in advance (come HUNGRY), and we had a tough time narrowing things down because everything was excellent. Ultimately we went with the white pizza, smoke+ shrooms, sausage fest, and green eggs &ham. The mint gelato is also one of the best gelatos I’ve had outside of Italy. Everything is fresh, creative, and so well balanced.
Their event staff was equally excellent. Their servers were professional and punctual, and we didn’t have to lift a finger during our wedding. This really helped us enjoy the day and be fully present with our guests. I would absolutely recommend their team to anyone planning an event. We can’t wait to visit their restaurant in the future and we’ll look back on our wedding day with such fond memories thanks to them.
Vendor response 12/01/2022
Hi Claire! I for sure agree, smoke n' shrooms is one of my favorite options, it is soo goo...
d leftover too (for those end of the night munchies)! Shoutout to the BRIX on the Fox as well for being a great venue to work with. I'm so glad our team made your day as stress-free as possible, you guys deserve it! We can't wait to see you + Brian in our restaurant sometime soon!
Jenae R
5.0
11/28/2022
Wooden Paddle was simply the BEST for our wedding catering! One of my husband's biggest wants for our wedding was food that wasn't some dry chicken that people would begrudgingly eat, and boy did we luck out finding Wooden Paddle. Not only did they deliver a dinner with pizza/salad that people are still raving to us about (buzzkill and getting figgy with it were a smash!), but they also created what was possibly the best charcuterie board of my life for our cocktail hour (which is saying something because we make a board to celebrate every anniversary so it meant a lot to us). Absolutely epic! We also loved having their oven in our venue's courtyard so guests could watch and fill with anticipation for dinner! I will also say Wooden Paddle was the most helpful before the day as well with answering all of my questions (I'm very type A and needed every single detail figured out). Also, don't sleep on doing their wedding tasting ahead of time! We randomly went in one rainy Saturday to check them out and lucked into doing a tasting, falling in love, and happily booking soon after! Not a single regret and would definitely encourage anyone to consider them. We'll definitely be stopping by their Lemont location!
Vendor response 11/28/2022
Hi Jenae, I'm so glad the pizzas were a hit! Also, Warehouse 109 is the bomb, woot woot! T...
astings are definitely the best way to envision what you want at your big day, they're super fun and holy leftovers! We can't wait to see you + Kevin sometime soon!
Erin C
5.0
11/23/2022
If you love good food that your guests will rave about, book Wooden Paddle for your wedding or event. Everyone was so friendly and amazing to work with, from beginning to end. I highly recommend doing a tasting, you’ll be blown away by all the amazing food and the restaurant is adorable! At the wedding, everyone from Wooden Paddle was incredible. All of our guests with dietary restrictions received the correct food and everyone was treated with such kindness. I was even able to eat and I’m so glad I made that a priority. Also our guests were able to take home boxes of pizza at the end of the night which was a highlight. I can’t say enough amazing things about Wooden Paddle, and I can’t wait to visit the restaurant again soon!
Vendor response 11/27/2022
Hi Erin! It's so good to hear from you, and I'm so glad everyone had a good time! All of y...
our guests were awesome and so incredibly nice as well. Thank you for the kind words, and we are so excited to have you + Blaine back in our restaurant sometime soon!
Slendy B
5.0
11/14/2022
Wooden paddle is the best!!! hands down one of the best things from our wedding. Our guests loved the appetizers, the pizza's were delicious.. and they even set up some coffee for our guests, and it was a huge hit in a chilly September night. The serving process was fast, the servers were also super kind! The tasting and booking process was amazing, Miriam Gorecki was extremely informative and beyond patient with us when we were unsure on how many or which appetizers to have. I would absolutely recommend anyone looking for a food vendor for their wedding to go with Wooden Paddle! 10/10!
Vendor response 11/14/2022
Hi Slendy! Thank you! Honestly, huge shoutout to our day-of team because from what I heard...
it was like there was a small hurricane, but everyone had fun too! The most important thing for us is to stay positive and upbeat through any dubious weather conditions! We wish you both all the best!
Julian D
5.0
11/14/2022
Wooden paddle is the best!!! hands down one of the best things from our wedding. Our guests loved the appetizers, the pizza's were delicious.. and they even set up some coffee for our guests, and it was a huge hit in a chilly September night. The serving process was fast, the servers were also super kind! The tasting and booking process was amazing, Miriam Gorecki was extremely informative and beyond patient with us when we were unsure on how many or which appetizers to have. I would absolutely recommend anyone looking for a food vendor for their wedding to go with Wooden Paddle! 10/10!
Vendor response 11/14/2022
Thank you so much! The balsamic skirt steak hits so good, hands down one of best appetizer...
s, and coffee is a must to keep that night going! We wish you + Slendy all the best, and we can't wait to see you sometime soon!
Kasia B
5.0
11/12/2022
Wooden Paddle is the absolute best! They catered our wedding in September and we couldn’t have been happier! They were able to easily accommodate various dietary restrictions (i.e., vegan, vegetarian, gluten free) and we completely customized our menu. Our entire experience with them, from our tasting to the actual wedding day, was extremely smooth! All the staff we had contact with throughout and on the day of were incredibly communicative, helpful, and great to work with. And of course, our guests absolutely loved the pizza! Highly recommend!
Vendor response 11/13/2022
Hi Kasia, thank you so much! Dietary restrictions is our official-unofficial middle name! ...
But seriously, the cashew ricotta is such a delish vegan alternative to using dairy cheese on the burrata toasts and pizzas. I'm so glad everyone enjoyed the food and service!!
Katharine M
5.0
11/09/2022
Wooden Paddle was a smash hit with us and our guests! My wife and I are both vegetarians and have had terrible experiences with wedding food in the past. Wooden Paddle was so accommodating to us, and even made vegetarian versions of the meat-based pizzas we provided for our guests! Pizza might not sound elegant, but Wooden Paddle elevates this less traditional meal to fit a more sophisticated setting. 10/10 would recommend!
Vendor response 11/10/2022
Hi Katie! Thank you so much for the kind review. The vegetarian pizzas seriously slap - pr...
etty fly for a white pie is my personal favorite! We wish you both all the best, and we can't wait to see you sometime soon!
Michael G
5.0
11/07/2022
Wooden Paddle was everything we wanted the catering at our wedding to be and more! 11/10!!! I could not recommend them enough. The team was easy and flexible to work with leading up to the big day, and that level of service continued on the day of the event. But of course, what really separates them from a typical caterer is the food…. HOLY CRAP the pizza was SO GOOD!!! Looking back, something about seeing an army of servers march out with a variety of pizzas, fresh out of the brick oven, brings a tear to my eye. We went with the gelato for desert, and people are still talking to us about the olive oil one… it was superb! They delivered in every sense, and made the night completely unforgettable. Thanks Wooden Paddle!
Vendor response 11/07/2022
Thank you, Mike! You picked out an awesome menu for your reception, you had all of the cla...
ssics from smoke n 'shroom to gettin' figgy to buzzkill, all are *chef's kiss* in our eyes (and hopefully your guests' too)! Thank you again for allowing us to be part of your big day, and we hope to see you + Alexa in our restaurant sometime soon!
Alexa G
5.0
11/07/2022
Wooden Paddle catered our August 2022 wedding, and they literally could not have made the experience any more incredible. The pizzas were all spectacular, the gelato was uniquely delicious, and the service was top notch! Their were so many specialty cocktails for us to choose from, and they even made a custom bar sign for us, which was one thing we were able to cross off our to-do list. The reps we worked with leading up to the big day were so helpful throughout the process, making us feel completely comfortable choosing them as a vendor. We had high expectations of them for our wedding, and they delivered in every way possible!
Vendor response 11/07/2022
Hi Alexa! I can't believe we catered your reception all the way back in August, it honestl...
y feels like just last week! I'm so glad everyone enjoyed the food and service, and that olive oil gelato hits so good! Shout out to Firehouse Chicago too, they are one of our faves this summer! We wish you + Mike all the best!
Liette B
5.0
11/04/2022
Our event took place at the Firehouse in Chicago in September 2023.
From the moment we enjoyed the impressive tasting at the locale in Lemont, to the very last pizza served at the reception we could not have hoped for a better experience.
The whole crew which provided for us on Friday September 30 was attentive, on task and eager to please. The chef with whom we had a delightful discussion around the remarkable wood burning oven was knowledgeable, passionate and friendly. I learned a lot about pizza making and I’m grateful for this new knowledge. Fascinating ! The bartenders were welcoming and fun to chat with.
All evening, we knew we were in good hands. Because of the Wooden Paddle’s commitment to excellence, we truly enjoyed our time along with our guests.
It was a perfect evening of food, drinks and service and much more: it was an unforgettable event.
Wooden Paddle shared their expertise and their dedication to their craft. It’s an art to feed people at a wedding. Wooden paddles’s was a masterpiece!
Liette
Vendor response 11/04/2022
Hi Liette, we're so glad to hear from you! Thank you so much for being so kind and thought...
ful. I'm pretty sure the chef you talked to was Tim, and he is, as you mentioned, truly passionate and knowledgable. Our entire team treats every wedding like it is one of their first with enthusiasm and devotion. I am so, so glad that the hard work paid off for you, Colette, Nick, and all of your guests. We cannot wait to see you back in our restaurant, and we're so excited you joined the pizza-loving fam!
John L
5.0
11/03/2022
Catered our wedding last Saturday! Food was amazing, only to be topped by the great service. Easy to book, made sure we were taken care of even on our busy day. They are also we very accommodating for allergies and vegan guests. Cannot recommend this place enough. We already want to go back for dinner.
Vendor response 11/04/2022
Hi John! Heck yeah, what we love to hear! I'm so glad everything went well for you and you...
r guests, and props to Warehouse 109, always great to work with! We can't wait to see you + Michelle sometime soon!
Michelle R
5.0
11/02/2022
Our guest won’t stop raving about the food at our reception! Wooden Paddle catered our wedding last weekend and went above and beyond what we expected. The food was extremely fresh and so delicious; our guests mentioned that it was the best food they’ve ever had at a wedding and we totally agree. The service was also fantastic. The entire process of hiring Wooden Paddle was stress free and the entire team was very professional and quick to respond to any emails I had. The service at our wedding was warm, friendly and so attentive. They made sure my guests with allergies received the proper orders and went out of their way to make sure we (bride and groom) were fed (which I totally appreciate because we were so busy talking to guests). Thank you for making our day stress free and our guests happy!
Vendor response 11/04/2022
Hi Michelle! Thank you so much for the kind words! We know that there are probably 80 mill...
ion other things worry about on the big day-of, so the food should be one thing that you don't have to stress about at all! I'm also so glad you went with green, eggs, + ham, it's slept on but so delicious (one of my faves)! Thank you for trusting us to feed your nearest + dearest!
Philip P
5.0
11/02/2022
We had our wedding catered by Wooden Paddle and couldn’t have asked for better service. The wood fired pizzas were hot and cooked nicely. We kept hearing about everyone’s favorite from the Smoke + Shroom to the Sausage Fest. The food kept coming out and all of our guests were happily stuffed! The servers were attentive and warm. Overall, really happy we went with this caterer. For the folks planning a wedding…pizza, pasta and salad are the way to go! Set a really comfortable but refined vibe for our family style dinner service. At least do the tasting, but I’m pretty sure you’ll be blown away after that.
Vendor response 11/04/2022
Hi Philip! Smoke n 'Shrooms + Sausage Fest is the way to go! Two of the fan-favorites I wo...
uld say, the smoked gouda on the Smoke n 'Shrooms is so tasty that you just want to keep going back for more slices! I'm so glad everyone enjoyed the food and service, and we hope to see you + Cynthia sometime soon!
Cynthia T
5.0
11/02/2022
Had Wooden Paddle cater our wedding and it was a hit! People loved the family style pizzas that just kept being cranked out of the on site coal fired oven. We even had a house made chili oil that everyone devoured. Super accommodating for our non dairy guests by substituting for cashew cheese. We were told by our guests that all the wait staff were really welcoming and smiley. Also, heard the passed bites like the skirt steak and duck fat