Customer Reviews

T and L catering was great! Every time I called with a question there was someone to answer my questions. Pam, help me decide on the menu and appetizers and help me through the whole process of putting it all together to fit my party. They made it so easy. The food was great and I had many people comment about how good it was. The server was a joy to work with and helped run the show so I could enjoy my . Bonus was I had so much food left over! That only would I use them if I have another party, but I will tell anyone I know having a party to give them a call. Not one complaint here! Catherine Wilson

We truly had a wonderful party because T&L Catering's staff was so attentive and helpful. They did a wonderful job of setting up the table linens and preparing a signature drink I had asked for with edible glitter! During the party I spilled some food on my white dress, and T&L's chief of staff was so helpful in helping me get the stain out immediately! She was always asking if me or my family members needed anything. Everything was well coordinated timing out the appetizers, to entree, to dessert. Our guests enjoyed so much and were asking where the food was from after the party. They truly made my party memorable. Sneha Chandrasekaran

We celebrated my daughter’s Quinceañera at The Grand Banquet two weeks ago. I can’t express how happy we were with their services. Everything was a breeze with them. I didn’t have to worry about anything during the party. Linda was so helpful with everything, specially since we had different color schemes for our tables. She made sure everything was as we envisioned. Stephanie worked our party, she is an absolute joy to work with and such a professional. I was at peace knowing she was making sure everything was to our liking and enjoyment. They exceeded my expectations and truly made the night unforgettable. The food is delicious, the venue is beautiful, the staff and cook all went above and beyond. They are very understating, and worked with us to meet our needs. I would recommend them 100% for any event. Thank you for everything! Astrid Zuniga

I had my wedding reception over the weekend and we had it catered by T&L. I cannot say enough great things about them!! Everyone LOVED the food. It was absolutely delicious and exactly what I wanted. I will be using them for every event I have in the future!! Brie Torbik

Our family is so grateful. Sadly, we needed their services for a repass. We rented Mount Carmel hall in Berkeley Heights . It was the best decision I made that week ! The staff were very professional and friendly. The food was amazing, and the trays were never empty. We even took the leftovers home for the families that were grieving. 100% will use them next time, hopefully for a happier reason. Cathy Carone

I have used T&L Catering twice now and they do not disappoint! My guests raved about the food! In addition, the staff was very accommodating, I was not supposed to host the holidays at my house, but plans changed last minute. I contacted T&L less than a week in advance and they were able to cater my gathering! I highly recommend T&L Catering! Update December 2023: I have now used T&L Catering for a third time! They are still amazing! Again my guests were raving about the delicious food! Everyone wanted to take home the leftovers! The whole process is seamless, the staff is courteous and helpful! I highly recommend T&L for your catering needs! I would not even consider using anyone else! Cynthia Rooney

There are not enough words to describe how wonderful an experience it was working with Tom to cater a Passover Seder for over 150 adults. This event required specific menu options and some logistical hurdles that Tom, Leo and the staff onsite handled beautifully. The food was delicious and the staff was attentive. People are still talking about how wonderful everything was. I couldn’t thank T&L enough for making the planning process so easy and a pleasure to work with. Thank you! Jennifer DePierro

We truly had a wonderful party because T&L Catering's staff was so attentive and helpful. They did a wonderful job of setting up the table linens and preparing a signature drink I had asked for with edible glitter! During the party I spilled some food on my white dress, and T&L's chief of staff was so helpful in helping me get the stain out immediately! She was always asking if me or my family members needed anything. Everything was well coordinated timing out the appetizers, to entree, to dessert. Our guests enjoyed so much and were asking where the food was from after the party. They truly made my party memorable. Sneha

I have hired T&L for 3 parties so far, always a great experience start to finish. Great family business, great staff and venues. Everyone always says how great of a job they do and how good the food is. I will continue to use T&L for all my family parties!! Nicole Rhodes

The staff is wonderful. Everyone is very helpful, food is great and everyone is on time. I have had numerous events here and everyone turned out great. Looking forward to the next event. shonett colbert

This past Saturday, January 6th, we had my daughter's Sweet Sixteen at The Grand in Linden. I can't say enough about the staff at T&L Catering. Pam, Linda and Leo were patient and understanding with my questions and were quick to respond from the moment we booked the venue. The most important for me was taking my daughter's fish allergy very seriously. They changed their fry oil to accommodate us and that is very rare in the restaurant/catering business. On the day of the event the staff on premises; Lisa, Leo and Joe and their staff were professional and despite having snow that day, everyone was there to help in any way they could. The food was amazing and plentiful. The room at The Grand is lovely and I would definitely work with T&L Catering in the future. Thank you, T&L and The Grand staff, for making my daughter's Sweet Sixteen a successful and memorable experience. Maria Manganaro

This was my family's first time catering with T & L Catering. We were amazed with how professional the staff was and of course how delicious the food was. Our guests were impressed!! Sharon Gianneschi

Phenomenal caterer. Not only is the food excellent, but the people are awesome Greg

T & L in my opinion is the best caterer in the area. We ordered for 40 people for a recent birthday. There were loads of options at reasonable prices. Their delivery fee was SO reasonable and they spent an hour setting everything up. The food was delicious and plentiful. I will absolutely use them again. Fredy Reyes

T & L Catered an event for over 100 Autism Moms and they all said how much they loved the food! We had lots left over too, so there was more than enough to feed the crowd. Highly recommend and we will use them again at our next event. Robbie And Me

Amazing! Everyone from start to finish was so professional. Tom and Pam were so helpful in planning and choosing what would be best for my event. For the event itself (60th birthday bash), they were wonderful. The staff arrived early, they were so attentive to detail and so accommodating. They were really lovely. The food was delicious! And the presentation was beautiful. All of my guests were so impressed. I would definitely recommend T&L catering to anyone. Stellar! L P

T&L was a perfect fit! All the staff was extremely helpful & accommodating! Georganne especially! She took care of me, the bride, all night. Even made a special run for more Coke Zero <3 Many kudos on the food from the guests! 1000% recommend! Olga Krowicka

Had a great experience at T&L for my daughter’s 1st birthday. The food was delicious and the staff was phenomenal. We rented the hall in Linden and had 90 people. Everything was great and I’d def recommend anyone who is looking for a great place with great food and great prices. Viviana Perperas

I found T&L Catering through our wedding venue, James Ward Mansion, for our wedding in June 2024. From beginning to end, T&L was a warm but professional presence while planning our wedding. Although I cannot recommend James Ward due to several errors made by their staff, working with T&L was the silver lining during a stressful process. I communicated with Pam and Tom Tavalaro and their chef (sorry that I'm forgetting his name!) leading up to our event. They answered our many questions with care and provided such great information whenever we needed it. On the day of the wedding, they surprised us with a few extra dishes, including one that incorporated my husband's Caribbean heritage. Because our venue required a room flip, their staff also set up our table place settings and made everything beautiful. They were so thoughtful -- I definitely recommend them. Jaryn

On behalf of my team of 250+, we're so grateful for T&L! We hosted a company BBQ last month and T&L took care of us very well! There were a lot of moving parts that day but the one thing I didn't have to worry about were the food/drinks. Not only were they so attentive and communicative with me throughout the duration of our event. But the food was DELICIOUS! People were going back for seconds, me included! 😂 The ribs and mac and cheese were my fav but all of the food was good! Thank you T&L, we'll definitely be in contact again next year! 😊 Barry Holmes

Our wedding was made truly incredible by T&L Catering. From the moment we booked with them, Tom and Pamela were incredibly helpful and attentive. They guided us through the menu selection process and ensured that every detail was taken care of. On the big day, the food surpassed all expectations. Many of our guests complimented the delicious dishes, which were expertly prepared by Chef Leon. Jaci, our onsite coordinator, went above and beyond to ensure that everything ran smoothly throughout the night. Her attention to detail and dedication to making sure we were taken care of did not go unnoticed. Overall, T&L Catering exceeded our expectations and played a significant role in making our special day unforgettable. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch catering services. Klaudia

Our wedding day was a perfect day. T&L knows what they are doing. The crew did a masterful job of setting up and preparing the food. The staff were very professional and patient with the guests. Stephanie was amazing and took care of my wife and I. The food was amazing and the bartender was excellent. I would highly recommend T&L Catering! We would definitely use them again in the future. Thank you again for making our wedding day special. Christopher Beaty

We used T & L catering for an event with about 150 people for lunch. They were great from start to finish. Very responsive early on & were patient and followed up when they needed more info. The day of they were on time, very helpful, and the food was delicious! It was perfect for what we needed and everyone loved it. highly recommend. Hope Yuhas

Used them for Repass for my husband. Everyone loved the place, food and service!! Would definitely use them again. Sharon Davis

T and L has always been my go to catering company for office and family functions. I have been using them for over -years. Keep up the good work T and L. Pam and Linda are the Best! Danielle Jones

T&L catered our backyard wedding reception and they were FANTASTIC. We had a brunch buffet but they were still able to provide an hour of passed hors d'oeuvres for us, and they made everything feel elegant and move smoothly. Everything was absolutely delicious, and our guests raved about the food! The whole team day-of was spectacular and made sure that our guests had a great time and that my parents' kitchen and backyard were in beautiful shape at the end of the day. It was especially helpful that Tom contracted the tent vendor and the bartender as part of our total contract with T&L - having all three services under one umbrella made the management of the event so smooth. They also took all of my concerns about allergies and food intolerances seriously - we had guests coming with gluten intolerances, nut allergies, Passover restrictions, dairy sensitivities, you name it. Not only did Tom help us create a menu that made sure everyone could enjoy the brunch, he also made sure that everything was clearly labeled on the day. I cannot recommend T&L catering highly enough - they are a great local company, deliver amazing service, and provide simply spectacular catering. Thank you T&L! Maggie Hagen-Murad

Not enough words can express how wonderful Tom and his team at T&L Catering are. I have used T&L at numerous events, from private parties to networking events. The staff is always courteous, professional, and a dream to work with and the food is INCREDIBLE! Every time I have used T&L for catering, the food gets rave reviews from everyone. The displays the team puts together are beautiful, the food is always fresh, and they go above and beyond when it comes to the setup and, most importantly, the cleanup of an event. One of my favorite parts about T&L is that they do events that range from the most intimate affairs to large, upscale weddings and banquets. Whether you are planning for indoors or outdoors, Tom and his staff are always prepared. I cannot wait to use them for the next event. Daniela Palme

Food is amazing and staff was wonderful. The twins had an amazing time for their 16th birthday party Lashondra Mikel

Once again T&L delivered an amazing experience with THE BEST staff onsite and offsite. Planning with Pam and Tom the weeks leading up to our daughter's sweet 16 was a breeze and our party staff took care of every single detail that night. Food is always delicious and fresh. We love T&L and will definitely be planning our next party with them again! Dominick Rotondo

T&L Catering is an outstanding catering company to work with and made our wedding day incredible. We worked directly with both Tom and Pam throughout the planning process for our wedding, and they could not have been more helpful and accommodating when it came to making our day amazing. The amount of food/dining options they offer for a wedding reception is immense, and there are no wrong choices when it comes to your decision. Our guests raved about the selection and quality of the food — from cocktail hour to dinner to dessert, everything was outstanding. Everyone says that it’s so hard for the bride and groom to eat at their wedding reception, but our maitre d’ Georgeanne made sure that wasn’t the case, making sure that even though we were constantly running around talking to our guests, there was food ready for us and on our table at all times, she was absolutely tremendous. Overall, we can’t recommend T&L enough — their level of service from the planning process through the day of our event was unmatched, and the food was spectacular, they’re the best! Michael Yard

Tom was wonderful to work with, from the very beginning when we first reached out, to the day before our wedding with last minute questions. My husband and I had our wedding at my family farm, and hired T&L for the food and the tent/chairs/tables. Everything looked incredible, and the food was delicious!! Tom works with you every step of the way, and has over 40 years of experience with event planning like this. On the day of, Stephanie was our Maitre D for our wedding, and was marvelous. She made sure we were fed, served us dinner so we didn’t have to get up, and made all of our guests feel welcome. The bartenders and all of the staff were awesome too. I couldn’t believe how everything came together so wonderfully. Hire T&L! They are very professional, nice, and amazing to work with for wonderful, quality events that are above and beyond. Thank you Tom, Pam, and everyone else for your hard work and making our wedding day so special and memorable for us. We had the best day!! Anna Marshall

I am currently at Taste of Linden and I had the absolute pleasure of trying T&L Catering’s pasta in cream sauce with sausage and mascarpone. This pasta is divine. The taste is well rounded, rich, and phenomenal to say the very least. Downright decadent. I’ve had seconds so far but I will definitely be going back for more..I can’t get enough!! Well done T&L Catering, best pasta I’ve tasted in a very long time. 10/10 recommend highly! Alana Villahermosa

We used T&L Catering for my mother's 80th birthday party. The food was all outstanding as was the service. We went to the North Plainfield location to pick up our food and the staff loaded everything into our van quickly and neatly. All the guests at the party raved about the food. Thank you. David Camiolo

T&L did an amazing job catering our wedding, that our guests are still bringing up the food! Not only did all of the food look and taste great, we were well taken care of by the Maître D' Stephanie. From making sure our wedding party had some snacks before the ceremony, to keeping our food plates and drinks full the whole night, she really exceeded expectations! Samantha

A business doesn’t have 4.9 stars on Google for no reason! My event has yet to happen but so far I’ve felt valued as a customer and I’m so excited and grateful to have these people catering for me. There’s been nothing but care and interest in the details of my day. They went above and beyond to secure my business and keep it. They’ve been very flexible and professional and experts in their field. I’ll be back to update with photos! Tiffany Mac

We used T&L catering for our June 2023 wedding and could not be happier with our decision. Working with T&L was one of the easiest parts of planning our wedding and we felt confident in our decision always. The food was amazing and so much for the price as well. Highly would recommend working with them, Tom and his family are incredible! jamie giordano

delicious food and excellent staff. highly recommend Adarsh Doshi

We used T&L catering for our wedding at the James ward mansion. Tom, Pam and jackie are just amazing so accommodating they took the stress out of the typical catering experience. Our wedding guests were very pleased with the service and food. We also used ShopRite liquor store in Westfield recommended to us by Tom and they were great!! Thank you so much Shalan Joyce

T&L are by far the most amazing company to work with! The food is beyond amazing and the staff is SO kind. They made the catering for my wedding super easy and stress free. The owner and everyone else were amazing to work with and make you feel at home. If you’re looking for delicious food and an amazing team to work with, please consider T&L! I will definitely be using them for future events! delfina rolon

We had a beautiful time. The service was great!! The food was really quiet delicious and the entire staff was delightful. Thank you elizabeth conde

From start to finish T& L were wonderful. Tom, Stephanie and crew were professional and courteous. They did a beautiful job. Food was amazing. Service was perfect. S They really made our grand opening event special. I highly recommend T & L for whatever occasion. Jamie O'Brien

I have used T&L for two of my family parties now and each time the food was excellent. They supply plenty of food and working with them has been easy. I highly recommend! Update 1/2024: we used the Riverview Banquet Hall for our son’s 1st birthday and it was a wonderful experience. Pam and the team were so accommodating with everything. We can’t say enough good things about T&L! Shannon Reis

T&L catered our wedding and we could not have asked for a better crew. Our guests raved about the food, which was incredible and so plentiful. A massive shout out to Jaci who ran the whole show like clockwork, took such great care of us and was just a joy to work with. We will be using these guys again without a doubt Darren Watson

T&L Catering went above and beyond for our event! The presentation of the dishes was not only visually stunning but also reflected the high-quality ingredients used. The attention to detail and professional service truly elevated the overall experience. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the delicious and diverse menu. Wil Belloso

I love T&L. I've booked them for many parties and they were always great! Kyle Little-Miller

We recently had the pleasure of working with T&L Catering for our tented wedding reception on June 6th, 2024, and we couldn't be more delighted with the experience. From the moment we contacted T&L, Tom was incredibly flexible, accommodating, and quick to respond to all our needs and questions. The team at T&L went above and beyond to ensure that our lunch reception was absolutely perfect. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the delicious food, which was beautifully presented and exceeded all expectations. The vino chicken was one of our favorites! The service was spectacular, with the staff being attentive, professional, and friendly throughout the event. We are extremely grateful for everything T&L did to make our special day unforgettable. We would highly recommend them for any event or wedding. Thank you, T&L Catering, for making our wedding reception a truly memorable occasion. -Jackie & Kethan Jackie Lynn Valdez

Would highly recommend T&L catering. They were extremely easy to work with, did exactly as planned, and everyone loved their food and service. Tom was always available to chat about my ideas and brought all of my visions to life. Would definitely use them again! Marissa Glassman

Used T&L for a 70+ person communion party. Office and on-site staff were phenomenal. Great bang for your buck and what we selected for the menu was great. angelo abbatemarco

Great communication, service and food. jasmine bermudez

I used T&L catering for multiple events at my home. This time, we had them service my event at the James Ward Mansion. The food was delicious and the staff were amazing! They were very accommodating and my guests felt well taken care of it. Tom and his team are also extremely attentive and easy to get a hold of throughout the planning process. A big thank you to T&L catering!! Mercedes Padilla-Register