Best Caterer Long Beach Near Me

Candace Hirsch: PRIMAL ALCHEMY will be my "go to" catering as long as I live... We've worked with them twice in 4 months and both mid sized dinners were beautifully prepared, orchestrated and every guest raved about during and for days afterward. I can see that this delightful and efficient team that Chef Paul oversees love what they do because it definitely shows in every single detail of their work! Thank you for making my parties easy!

Caleb Baldwin: at the Belmont Pier for a “bodacious burrito”…. WOW! You can’t have a discussion about best breakfast burrito in Long Beach without including Primal Alchemy. I will definitely be back. The crew was hilarious also… great people, great burritos!

Colin McPhail: Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value

James Bates: meal prep for the conscious foodie.

Devon DuBois: Chef Paul and team are absolutely amazing. And the food they put out shows their love and passion for the culinary world.

P. Sosin (psosin): Amazing food and staff are really genuine and friendly... Coming back for sure ...

Fran Weber: Sustainable.. sustainable ... sustainable and totally awesome food!!!! Paul and the staff are totally out of this world awesome!

Erika Burkhalter: Raquel and her crew were amazing! The food was just delicious and the decor was perfect. They were so professional and were just such sweet people. We will absolutely be using them again!

Michael Griego: I had the pleasure collaborating with Channing at an event over the weekend.I must say that there service and food was extremely impressive , can’t wait for the next event !

Claudette Bañares Gindraux: We heard a lot of, "Wow, I don't usually like flan, but I liked this one" and "Did you eat the flan?! It was so good!" My in-laws' complimented the food constantly. Everyone was happy with Catered by Raquel and everything they did for our wedding.Thank you so much.

Tracy Pretlow: Raquel and her team are FANTASTIC!TLDR: You’re missing out if you don’t go with Catered By Raquel.My husband and I found Raquel when we had to make last minute changes to our wedding plan due to COVID back in 2021. From start to finish, communication was impecable.We often spoke to her husband Channing who was extremely patient and helpful. He answered all our questions, provided helpful suggestions, and overall was super personable and professional. When we met Raquel the day of our wedding, she was an awesome bright spirit.To top it all off, the food was not only delicious but absolutely beautiful. Every plate was an actual work of art and the flavors danced on our palates. We also arranged for her to cater a meal in our home the following day and were so happy we did.

Vera Moore: Positive:Professionalism,ResponsivenessThe Catered By Raquel team was professional and easy to communicate with.

Laurie Bragg: Positive:Professionalism,ResponsivenessI really appreciated the time you spent with me considering the menu, your promptness in getting back to me about availability for that day. Very professional and helpful. I would definitely go to Catered By Raquel in the future

Chris Tribolet: Positive:ResponsivenessGreat service, creative, and incredibly responsive. We had an emergency and needed to feed 25 people 3 squares a day for days. We called Catered by Raquel and they rapidly rose to our unique logistical challenges. We were highly impressed.

Juliette McCullough: Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,ValueCatered by Raquel came to our rescue when we had a crew of 25 who needed to be fed in the middle of a pandemic. They jumped into action immediately, and not only did they meet all of our needs, but they offered suggestions of ways to help make a seemingly impossible situation work. I would recommend them to anyone!

Andrew Wittenberg: . We had a family party and they provided everything we needed - highly recommend without reservation. Only slightly more expensive than competitors and a much more elegant and sophisticated menu - well worth a little extra cost. Very personable as well helping us plan.

Linita Jones: Positive:Professionalism,Quality,ValueThe best brunch I have had in Long Beach, California. If you are in the area and looking for a private caterer for your next event. I highly recommend Catered By Raquel.

Maria Hampton: Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,ValueA true culinary experience! In addition to the awesome flavors, textures and presentation of the food I’ve had the pleasure of watching Raquel cook first hand and it’s magic ✨ If only you guys were in ATL!!! 🔥🔥🔥

Charlton McKinney: Positive:Professionalism,Value

Channing Fleetwood: Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,ValueChef Raquel’s food is almost too beautiful to eat...then I dug in...OMG Its flavor town!!! Think I ate 10 of those ceviche cups and didn't save any for my family! I'll be eating her food at least 3 times per week now.

Law Offices of Jon Udewitz, PC Udewitz: . His choices were truly dramatic, understated with an elegance that beats you over the head with joy. This food got people up and dancing with joy!

Khalid: Amazing service and food quality ! Chef Sunny goes above and beyond all expectations and delivers delicious meals for all occasions. A++

Roxanne Collings: Sinful Catering, is the most wonderful caterer you will ever have!! Not only will you get the most delicious and beautiful food, Chef Sunny will walk you through everything. He will custom make you absolutely anything you want!!! He is my Number 1 and ONLY caterer!!! Thank you for always delivering the most, delicious, beautiful and wonderful food!

Meahgan Vickers: on behalf of our company, Shangri-La Construction we are absolutely above & beyond with this company! They all showed up & showed out!! They set up then changed into uniforms which really brought it all to life. All of the staff was so well prepared, polite & attentive. This is our 2nd time using them & did i mention ALL of the food is amazing, we highly recommend using their services!!

LUIS CARDENAS: We have used the Grand for a variety of family celebrations and events. The service, food and professionalism are exceptional.

Alyson Zahn: I have attended meetings and special events at The Grand for many many years and have always been very happy with the service and the food. They have a variety of rooms to choose between depending on the size of your event and the staff is very accommodating. I would highly recommend The Grand.

Cathy Renaker: We had an amazing experience with the Grand Food & Beverage team. Devon and her staff worked diligently to provide the highest quality of food and service. Each team member was upbeat and positive. They were genuinely excited about our event. Every detail was lovely. We will definitely use Grand Food & Beverage again for future events. No need to shop around. We found the best!

Julie Wilson: I've used Grand Food and Beverage services many times and I've never been disappointed!! Always great food and service!!

Jack Pai: were very understanding. Everyone in my party cleaned their plates and complimented the food throughout dinner. Even a week after the event, I was still told about how amazing the food was. I wanted something unique that’s not on their typical menu, and Chef Jimmy delivered! My girlfriend and I have tried octopus in so many different restaurants and this was by far our favorite!

Monica Challingsworth: Wonderful experience and evening! Matiz Catering catered my intimate, in home dining experience for 12. This was a special evening where we wanted to focus on one another and not the food, cleaning or getting up from the table a bunch of times. The Matiz team and food BEYOND exceeded our expectations. The presentation was stunning and the food was incredible! Everything was hot, delicious, beautifully plated and just perfect. We opted in for the add on service package and I am so happy we did! Just a perfect night with the perfect catering service. We will use them in the future no doubt!

Karen Vilches: We've worked with Matiz Catering on a couple of occasions now and 5 stars doesn't do them justice! Working on the coordination with Angie is a breeze - she's quick to respond, thorough, and works hard on every detail to ensure our dinner events are a success. Chef Jimmy is very talented, timely, and takes care of the guests so well! We love working with them and can't recommend them enough. They really go above and beyond. Already looking forward to planning another dinner event with them!

Layal Atherah: I hired Matiz catering for our wedding dinner and it has been one of the best decisions. My husband and I had a very small wedding dinner for 28 guests and we were looking for quality food. We're both big foodies, but I wasn't really familiar with catering vendors in LA. I stumbled upon Chef Jimmy and his team. They were so easy to work with since the start and we're so patient with me until I was happy with the Menu. The food was amazing and actually exceeded my expectations. All our guests loved the food. Chef Jimmy is super humble and one of the kindest people. He was extremely communicative and reliable throughout the whole process. I 100000% recommend them to anyone looking for a caterer.

Kalie Wertz: We cannot thank Jimmy Matiz and his stellar crew enough for the truly outstanding personal dining experience they gave us! If my partner and I could give more than 5 stars we absolutely would - his team exceeded our already very high expectations with ease. Due to scheduling conflicts and limited time we were unable to sample Jimmy’s food before we had to make our catering selection. We researched nearly 50 restaurants and catering services, had more than a dozen phone and zoom interviews, and visited with more than half a dozen to taste test while visiting LA, yet we still chose Matiz Catering because of his warmth, ability to tailor our menu, and enthusiasm for taking on the challenge of preparing and serving a five course meal for 15 at a cliffside house in the hills above Malibu. Jimmy was incredibly generous and patient with us as we worked to tailor our menu to meet all of our needs. Each and every guest was BLOWN AWAY time and again as each course reached the table. The presentation, the quality, and most importantly the taste - every aspect was beyond words. Our families could not stop raving about the food throughout the remainder of the trip. We also want to note that the dining service from the catering team was impeccable. Maybe the most difficult aspect to find in a server is their ability to be right there when you need them and in the background when you don’t, and they were just spot on. If you are looking for a high quality, professional, personable, and absolutely delicious dining experience, the first words out of our mouths will forever be: Hire Matiz Catering!

ben shea: Fantastic experience. Delicious food that was tailored to our tastes. We paid a bit extra for the luxury experience, which included a server, tableware, printed menus, etc., and it was totally worth it. Very professional service that made it a special night. We didn't have to worry about anything, and they left everything super clean. I would definitely use again.

Monica Farr: Chef Jimmy Matiz curated such a wonderful Italian birthday dinner for us all. We really loved his energy, the passion & attention to detail he put into the food. He was very easy to communicate with at the beginning and really made sure that everything was on point before the event. The day of the event arrived, he was on time with an amazing server to help out during the event and he got to cooking and really made the experience so delightful. We will be definitely having Jimmy come back to cook us up another feast for another event and we cannot wait to recommend him to all of our friends. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience Chef Jimmy. Much love from all of us!

Alianza Kpi: We hired this service for a dinner with investors, it was incredible, we closed the deal

Magolita Manzanita: the best food ever 3 3 3 loved it

Angelica Olier: Chef Jimmy catered an amazing birthday party I organized for my boyfriend. I had never used a personal chef before so I didn’t know what to expect, but they guided me start to finish!I wanted some hors d’heuvres and a seated spanish dinner and he just exceeded all our expectations. The food not only beautifully plated tasted incredible and really showed his expertise on the area. A couple of my guests couldn’t resist and also booked him for their events lol. He will definitely be my go to for future occasions.

Graham Goldman: The ambiance was inviting, with traditional decor that transported me to Lebanon. The menu offered a delectable array of Middle Eastern dishes, from mouthwatering kebabs to creamy hummus. The flavors were rich and authentic, capturing the essence of Lebanese cuisine. The friendly staff and prompt service added to the overall delightful experience. I'll definitely be returning to savor more of their delicious offerings.

John Enright: My atmosphere rating is for the sidewalk tables. What a lovely afternoon in Long Beach! My leisurely lunch started with friendly and efficient service from the person at the front podium. She continued to help guests and passers-by in a kind manner during the two hours I stayed for lunch. The spicy vegetable soup was harira, but blended. Very interesting! The recommended flatbread was okay. The cheese and tomatoes were not attached to the bread. So it reminded me of bruschetta. The recommended Palestinian red wine was just okay. I switched to something else for the second glass.Vegetarian options: Plenty here to choose from: foods prepared from eggplant, lentil, garbanzo, and a vegetarian soup as well.

Grace C: Open sesame combo- a variety of meats. The beef kabob, chicken tawoon and kafta, and rice were all delicious.Chicken kafta- tasty, but beware a little spicy due to the black pepperJalab drinkTabouleh was very flavorful and freshThe open sesame salad was good too.

Jonathan Shibley: The tabbouleh was excellent. The rice was tasty but should have been brown rice instead of white the rose water flavored ice cream is divine. But all of the other dishes I had there where excellent. Hopefully the owners will see this review and make sure they put enough lemon juice and garlic as well as cumin in their next batch of hummus. Finally I would suggest to them they cover the hummus with sumac and olive oil.

Kerri Ray: The hostess was not very welcoming and somewhat off-putting the way she informed us there were no daily specials half off wine. It could have been a little more professional. We were seated on the patio which was nice. Our server was a bit slow and brought whole wheat pita bread after the third request. We are not familiar with Mediterranean cuisine. I ordered the chicken tawook, which was excellent. My husband ordered the arayas pita sandwich, which he didn’t care for. Just not his type of cuisine. There was a good menu selection and when in town, I would definitely return to try more menu items.

AndaJo Hayes: Allen is so wonderful and attentive when working with his clients. It is so nice to have a professional that warms your heart as soon as you meet him!

Angelica Salgado: We used Ambrosia for our wedding back in Sept. 23, 2017. Allen and his team really went above and beyond to make sure our wedding was everything we envisioned and more.. we got a package deal which was a great price and saved us the hassle of getting multiple vendors. They will happily customize your package to accommodate your needs. We got our photo/video as well as DJ, makeup & hair & even lighting for our venue.. makeup & hair were amazing khaye knew exactly the look I wanted to go for & she did exactly that. Walter & Michael did a great job with photos and video.. they even offer workshops for people that are camera shy so that they can learn to get more comfortable for the big day.. I don't know of any other company that offers that.. our dj was amazing, he even stayed extra since we were having so much fun.. I definitely reccomend Ambrosia for any event. They are very friendly and really get to know their clients on a pesosnal level which I love.. I will definitely use them again.

Jennifer Vorhes: ! My Florist, Amanda made my flowers beautiful. Our DJ, was amazing, he played all the songs i wanted, had the guests laughing and even stayed a little longer then what he was supposed to because we were having such a great time dancing! Our videoaugrapher was good, but we are just waiting of our final cut of our video! All in all our day was perfect, with the perfect staff!! I would absolutely recommend Ambrosia for any one of my friends!!

Brianna Nix: Booked for:Day of Wedding CoordinatorDjHair & makeupPhotographerWe came across Ambrosia because we were in need of a Day of Wedding Coordinator. If we didn't have one, our venue was going to charge us more. Were we happy to find out that Ambrosia was pretty much a one stop shop for all our wedding needs. And an excellent one at that. Turns out Ambrosia would be the source for our photographer, hair and make up, day of coordinator, and our DJ. We had shopped around many bridal shows and needed to find a photographer who could capture light and dark skin tones together. When we met with Allen and Jina to figure out our needs, they were patient, fun, and attentive. They made sure we understood what Ambrosia could offer and there was no pressure to book, because Ambrosia Event Services sells itself. We were sold when Allen said they typically have couples do a practice photoshoot before your engagement shoot. There they will teach to how to stand and pose, so that your wedding photos will look more comfortable. Wow! Such attention to detail! Walter, our photographer, was Amazing! He was professional, funny, took beautiful shots, and captured exactly what we asked. He also threw in some surprise shots as well. For the wedding, we worked with Walter and Andrew, and having two photographers allowed us to capture almost every moment possible. Khaye, did my wife's hair and makeup. She did a practice run as promised a few days before the wedding and was really kind and attentive. My wife looked very natural and gorgeous. We had a death in our family weeks before our wedding and the venue kept changing our walkthrough day. Ambrosia was completely understanding and did everything they could to make all appointments with our venue. Due to the death in our family, we weren't able to meet extensively with DJ Jose, but we spoke on the phone often, and he was able to get all of our requested music and kept the party fun and light. Lastly, Amanda and Ashley stepped in as our Day of Coordinators and it seemed like they had been with us throughout the whole two years of planning. They were absolutely AMAZING! The entire day went off without an issue. They were able to connect with our videographers, decorating staff, and chefs to ensure that we had the most beautiful and fun day. Words cannot express how thankful we are to have found Ambrosia. Even if you're like me and have everything together, you will be pleasantly surprised to find that Ambrosia can add something to your special day that you never knew you needed.Brianna & Lydia12.15.18

Rebecca M: ! Allen met with us and was very helpful in determining which services they offer would work best for our budget and venue. Ambrosia has a lot of experience working at the Japanese Garden and lit up our entire venue so beautifully. With their lighting our venue looked like something out of a fairytale…it was truly magical. We received so many compliments too!Also, our videographer Andrew worked great with our photographer

Nicole Bilsley: , and made us feel completely at easy

Rainbow Bright: I am very glad that my husband and I hired Ambrosia for our wedding! Allen is very professional and an expert in his field. Allen worked with us every step of the way, gave us great suggestions, and was able to meet all our requests with a great bundle deal! I highly recommend Ambrosia for any event!!

Brianna Alvarez: Our wedding took place on December 10, 2016 & Ambrosia's team was amazing ! So if you're looking for a wonderful team to capture & help you on your special day go to them you won't regret it ! We got a wedding package that included an engagement session which was awesome because Walter the photographer is soo good he has a passion for photography & it helps a lot to get to know some tips so you can be more prepared on your wedding day. It also included a coordinator which was so sweet Kaithleen I'm so grateful for her because thanks to her we had a smooth schedule that day & were able to stay on top of bouquet toss, father-daughter dance, cake cutting, etc. Dj Tracey is truly the best Dj I have ever met he is really good always has a smile makes you feel like you've know him for years. Special thanks to Allen & his wonderful team We would do this all over again with them. Thank you Allen, Walter, Andrew, Kaithleen,& Tracey .

Rhonda Neely: For my daughter's wedding at Japanese Garden we used Ambrosia for makeup, photography and videography. Michael coordinated everything and had incredible patience and attention to detail. The makeup turned out gorgeous on all of the ladies - everyone was just beautiful!! The photos and video are due in a couple of weeks and given how they set up the shots and the candid moments they caught, we're expecting them to be awesome as well!! I highly recommend Ambrosia - you won't be sorry!!

Jonathan Shover: I had a great experience with Ambrosia event services. Michael and his team were very attentive and efficient throughout the day of our event. They were calling for a chance of bad weather and the team showed up with equipment prepared for rain or shine. The photos and time lapse video were great and I would definitely recommend them.

Delirio Flowers: People at Ambrosia Event Services are very professional, detail oriented and passionate. Definitely recommend!

Joan Thompson: Recommended dishes Jambalaya Parking space Somewhat difficult to find parking Parking options Free parking lot, Free street parking

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