I've used First Street Cuisine for all of our catering needs for at least 3 years now. We do an average of 6 workshops per year and First Street never fails. They are very attentive to all of our needs and the communication between us is great--before, during, and after each event! The food is always wonderful! From simple breakfasts to full blown lunches, they are absolutely reliable! read more

First Place Cuisine rocks! We hired them for light hors d'oeuvres at our cocktail hour and Chris and team delivered them, plated and on their nice platters. Chris was able to work with us with our budget, but he certainly did not cut back on the quality. Our friends loved the different types of cheese provided. They were able to work their magic and slip in and out without notice, which is what you want in a wedding vendor! We didn't get a chance to properly thank you, so I hope you get this message, Chris! We would recommend them to anyone! We certainly will use them at our next event! read more

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Late last year I attended a friend's wedding in DTLA that was catered by First Place Cuisine. I was particularly impressed by all the interesting food stations they had (bride is Hawaiian, groom Japanese). I remember clearly the delicious ahi poke taro taco that was absolutely fantastic! They also had some Vietnamese mini sandwiches that were so good a friend of ours ate 4! My personal favorite was a food station that had a traditional Japanese-style BBQ buffet with charcoal in these little round pots with a wire mesh on top for the satays. The set up was just exquisite and each guest could grab a fresh satay right off the grill. They also had this cool gastropub area off to one side which was really the "hit" of the reception. My friends just loved the different beers they had on tap! In the gastropub area they served mini corn dogs, sliders, and sweet potato fries in these individual packages topped with wasabi sauce. The food variety and detail was superb in every way. I would highly recommend First Place Cuisine to cater any event!!! read more

So i'm in LOVE with Chris!! Not only was he extremely professional, helpful and probably has the best personalities ever but every thing he made was mouthwatering, just thinking about it takes me to a happy place! He was so accommodating and really a pleasure to have, all our guest really took a shining to him. They all raved of how amazing the sushi was! I will definitely be using him for all of our major events/ parties. read more

Chris is amazing! He saved us when our wedding caterer flaked on us. He is so compassionate. His customer service skills are top notch and he is very humble. We had passed hors'douvres at the reception and the food was great! All of our guests raved about the food. The servers were very patient and on point. Sweet people! Please use them. You won't be disappointed. Know what you want and Chris will help you fine tune it. -Happy wives read more

I can be described as a Type-A personality...a perfectionist...a micromanager. Okay, okay, I probably have OCD...don't judge me! So I'm sure you can understand my anxiety when I had to host a dinner at my house for important clients. I had absolutely no time to pull it together, so it was clear that I had to get it catered. My anxiety grew when I learned that the clients where were both "foodies and wine snobs." I remembered receiving the number for First Place Cuisine a year earlier because I had asked a friend who had catered her party by them and I remembered the food was amazing. Paranoid, I checked Yelp, and they had all 5-Star reviews, so I felt confident in hiring First Place Cuisine. I booked them for a dinner party for 12 guests at my house in the Hollywood Hills and I'm so glad I did. First Place Cuisine immediately made me comfortable. They answered my call right away, instead of letting it going to voice mail, which set me at ease and cemented my decision to use them. I was impressed with their prompt professionalism from start to finish, as I could immediately tell that they knew what they were doing and they appeared to be "well seasoned" in the catering industry. They made everything so simple by thinking of things that I would have never anticipated: they created a seasonal menu based on what I liked and accommodated two guests with dietary requirements. Once we established a budget, they did all the shopping and brought everything (and more) because my kitchen was a little lacking in "chef gear"...and they remained within budget. The food was absolutely delicious! It was served in 5 courses with wine parings, and was beautifully presented--as well as any top restaurant I've visited--which impressed my guests, who were all about the "fine dining" experience. First Place Cuisine thought of everything: they set the table, arranged the flowers, decanted the wine, and lit the candles prior to my guest's arrival--they pulled the perfect intimate dining environment together. They were also able to accommodate my request for two additional wait staff to pass hors d'oeuvres, serve dinner, and pour wine--the wait staff looked great, were gracious with my guests, and couldn't have been more professional. And the clean up was fast, efficient, and they left my kitchen cleaner than how they found it! The dinner party was executed without a hitch and I actually had an amazing time at my own dinner party for a change! My guests are still raving about my amazing, memorable dinner party. They made it so easy to entertain that I'm already planning another dinner party next month. I highly recommend First Place Cuisine and I've already passed their information to my friends and colleagues. I can't recommend them more highly. And yes, I closed the deal!! read more

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My first time working with a catering company for a work event and I decide on First Street Cuisine. I've experienced their food at various events around town - LA City's Heritage Month opening ceremony, holiday parties, etc - and I'm so happy that I chose them. Primarily contacted via email the month before the event, and the owners were courteous, prompt, and gave plenty of suggestions regarding menu choices, budget, and more. They even provide simple floral arrangements and recommended a rental company that they work with frequently. A couple of days before the event we settled on the menu and quote and they provided me with a day of contact telephone number. The day of the event - our server arrived early for briefing on how the event will be run, the caterers promptly set up the food, drinks, desserts, and floral arrangments, refilled the food as it was devoured, and cleaned up quickly after the event. I completely agree with Seigi K. in that First Street Cuisine is very professional company that serves delicious food and great service. Our guests kept getting up for seconds and thirds of the saucy chicken, asparagus spears, meditarranean okra, bruschetta, veggie platter, three kinds of sandwhiches, petit four cakes and pastries, and were wowed by the refereshing berry lemonade and fruit juices. I loved how First Street Cuisine made the process so easy and look forward to working with them again in the future. read more

First Place Cuisine has catered a lot of large, grand affairs, and ours was just a small family party, but that didn't make any difference. We got first class service from beginning to end. Our two chefs showed up right on time and had no problem cooking in our tiny, ancient kitchen (even with the "help" of our ancient cat who parked himself right in their way). Our request for vegetarian/vegan food was no problem at all and the food was spectacular. They kept refreshing the plates on the table and everyone was delighted with the food and the service. We had several guests who wanted to take some of the extra empanadas and salad home with them after the party. Fortunately there was plenty to go around and we got to keep some for ourselves, too (and they were just as delicious the second day). Besides being friendly, professional and a delight to work with, the real frosting on the cake (so to speak) is that First Place Cuisine's prices were the most reasonable of all the caterers I considered for this party. You simply can't go wrong with these guys. Make them first on your list like we did. read more

First Place Cuisine put on a party for my Grandson's USC graduation. They decorated, planned the food, drinks, DJ and everything we needed to have a wonderful time. I was able to go the the graduation that day and come home and find all ready for the party. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The staff was attentive, polite and fun. Thanks you Christopher read more

First Place Cuisine. They know how to cater. And by cater, I mean.. -verb (used without object) 1. to provide (absolutely-friggin-mouthwatering-delicious) food, (ridiculously efficient) service, etc., as for a party or wedding: to cater for a banquet. Yes, I'd say thats a pretty accurate definition. Thanks, Dictionary.com! I was first exposed to their culinary professionalism through the wedding mentioned below by Alicia W. Like she said, everything was phenomenal - First Place Cuisine is by far the best catering service I've experienced yet! Thumbs up for the food, the staff, and the presentation! USE THEM FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT! I'll be there, even if I'm not invited. read more

They catered our sorority finals dinner and the food was AMAZING! So tasty and yummy and the best study break ever.. Thank you!!

They will bring you great food at a great price. Always professional, on-time, and more importantly will accommodate you up until the last minute (helpful when dealing with late RSVPs, etc.). read more

They are amazing! They got to our party early to organize everything so I didnt have to worry about a thing! Thank you Chris and team for the amazing food and excellent service! Our Grand Opening party was a success!!! Thank you:) read more

As a local event coordinator I have had all kinds of experience working with different caterers throughout the city. Often times it is me and my team trying to save the day from a less-than-professional or underprepared caterer and the client is none the wiser and life goes on. And OH the EGO'S we get to work with at times! Yikes! I am so glad when I have the opportunity to work with the owner and his team at First Place Cuisine. I know that I can sigh a breath of relief because everything will be done in an absolutely professional manor. They are easy to work with, flexible, keep things clean and tidy throughout the event and the client is always number one. They definitely go out of their way to make everything perfect no matter the size, style, or budget of the event. Highly recommend! read more

I just attended a party that was catered by First Place Cuisine. The food and service I thought was very good. The staff were very personable and helpful. The event was held in a family member's home in LA. First Place apparently has specialized in party planning in private homes for many years. I was so impressed how they just showed up in the morning when we were all still having coffee and just getting our day started and immediately took over and got things organized and sorted out for the day's festivities. The also kept things nice and tidy throughout the day. They really knew their way around the kitchen, that's for sure! I recommend First Place to anyone looking for a good caterer and party staffing. read more

I gave my husband a 50th Mardi Gras Party In Playa del Rey, CA (12/13/14) **150-170 people** this was my first time using First Place Cuisine and I MUST SAY THEY WERE GREAT ! you cannot find a better company for the price and I have worked with other companies in the past for other events ... I was running late to the event and contacted the Host / supervisor and she had already had things under control .... She was on her "A" game - the other 4 servers also was great .. I did not need to tell them anything ... my guest was very pleased and even inquired about the name of the serving company . THEY went over and above what I expected and please know they are well worth the fee they are asking + more .. If you are looking for a company that will make your event run smoothly, take the stress off of you and do a MARVELOUS job LOOK no further ! Very professional, friendly and DO NO NOT need overseeing because they will get the job done ! .... GREAT COMPANY !!!!!!!...and FYI I am very hard to please but Chris and his team get a 5 star from me...... read more

Used first place cuisine for an event for around 200 people- we loved it! Not only was the food great, but the preparation and cleanup was awesome, and the staff was amazing as well. Highly recommended using their services! read more

Think you First Place for supporting WTLC. Your support helps survivors of violence find safety and security. Our Mardi Gras in July was rounded with red beans .... Yummy. read more

First Place Cuisine is the best, Chris is amazing, the food was awesome.. They handled our Passover Seder with such grace and the food was delish, I will use First Place Cuisine over and over again. read more

First Place Cuisine is first rate! They recently catered both my rehearsal dinner and wedding reception. The food was unbelievable! The presentation was beautiful and Chris could not have been nicer to work with or more accommodating. It was such a joy to plan a wedding and have him handle everything on our behalf. He took care of planning both events, including designing the look of my wedding reception. It was beautiful. We had a lounge style reception with food stations and he personalized everything to reflect who we are as a couple. Knowing that we wanted to combine our two cultures, Japanese and Jewish, he came up with the concept of having a "Jewish Mother's Table", complete with bagels and cream cheese, two kinds of latkes and delicious brisket in cups with horseradish mashed potatoes...heaven! For the Japanese table, he had a noodle bar where guests could make their own noodle dish and sushi! The passed appetizers were amazing - Beef sliders on Hawaiian rolls, chicken satay, crab cakes and cubed beets in a champagne vinaigrette on a Belgium endive. He set up and decorated the Jewish chuppah, provided both the wedding cake pops (in place of the traditional cake) and my beautiful flowers. People could not stop talking about my flowers which were a deep purple, waterfall type bouquet (which Chris suggested). All in all, my wedding day went off without a hitch because of the professionalism and talent of Chris and his staff. Oh, and the price was far lower than what I expected to pay for what they presented. If you have an event you need catered, look no further than First Place Cuisine. You will be so happy you did! read more

First Street Cuisine was the caterer at a recent wedding we attended. The food and staff were both excellent. We highly recommend this company for your catering needs!!! read more