Stopped in for lunch today and was surprised to see a special menu celebrating TẾT - VIETNAMESE NEW…read moreYEAR - Year of the horse They have a small menu with a signature dish and some specialty cocktails. I ordered the Thịt Kho Tàu which was a very tasty dish with caramelized pork, egg, and special seasonings served over rice and garnished with cucumber. I also tired the Lychee Paloma, a really nice flavor mix. Very refreshing. They are only offering this special for one week so try and stop in before Saturday 2/21/26 The Resturant was decorated with some traditional decor in celebration of the occasion and, as always, Jen provided excellent service.

The Wild Pear is a true culinary gem in Salem, and it is easily one of my favorite spots for a…read moreconsistently perfect meal. There is a sense of warmth and intentionality in everything they do, making every visit feel like a special occasion. The food is absolutely to die for, particularly their signature items. The Wild Pear Salad is a masterclass in balance, featuring fresh greens and the perfect hint of sweetness from the pears. However, the absolute showstopper is the Coconut Curry Butternut Squash soup. It is velvety, rich, and has just the right amount of aromatic spice to make it unforgettable. It is the kind of dish you find yourself thinking about days after you have finished it. Beyond those specific favorites, it seems like you really cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Every dish is prepared with high quality ingredients and a clear level of expertise in the kitchen. Whether you are stopping in for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, the quality remains top tier. I highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for fresh, vibrant flavors in a quaint setting.

We recently used Busy Bee for an anniversary/slash birthday party for about 80 guests. I cannot…read morespeak highly enough of Dani, who was prompt in response, very friendly, and professional. I really had no idea exactly what I wanted, but after our first call and her suggestions I was very excited about the offerings and kept all Dani's excellent suggestions. Pricing was absolutely reasonable. They arrived on the day of the event promptly, set up everything beautifully on the serving space and were nothing but gracious and courteous the whole time. The guests LOVED the food. Especially the marinated chicken thighs and the potato salad. I even received comments from guests the veggie tray was one of the most beautiful they had ever seen. All the other dishes were delicious as well and there was more than enough to send leftovers home with everyone who wanted some. Busy Bee elevated my event into something even more special by providing such amazing food. I never worried once about any part of catering, as they were the easiest to work with all around. I would absolutely use them again and likely will!

These lovely folks made my Thanksgiving of 2024! Picture it,…read moreBrightwood, Oregon. One stressed out wanna be chef (Me) on the mountain needed a bit of help with a Thanksgiving feast for Kings. Busy Bee Catering swooped in and saved the day with their "Sides-Giving" offerings fit for royalty! Their fluffy mashed potatoes and gravy were divine. Their chicken apple sausage stuffing was a show stopper, as was the relish tray (as big as a trough for my goats), roasted vegetables and Fall harvest salad topped with sinfully delicious candied pecans. I feel like getting married again so Busy Bee Catering can handle the food. Thank you so much! You'll be seeing me and my hungry tummy again SOON!

Desirae absolutely outdid herself for my wedding vow renewal! She created the most BEAUTIFUL…read morecharcuterie board I have ever seen, along with a homemade banana pudding that was beyond delicious. Everything was presented so perfectly that it almost seemed too gorgeous to eat... almost! Needless to say, our guests couldn't resist, and every last bite disappeared quickly. This isn't the first time Desirae has provided food for my family, and every single experience has been exceptional. Her food is always fresh, flavorful, and made with so much care and attention to detail. You can truly tell she puts her heart into everything she creates. If you're looking for someone who delivers not only amazing food but also stunning presentation and outstanding quality, I highly recommend giving Desirae's business a try. You will not be disappointed! Thank you, Desirae, for helping make our special day even more memorable.

I ordered Door Dash from Grazing Fields Cheese. I ordered the PNW salad and the chopped salad…read more The PNW was way too skimpy for $16.38. There was only mixed greens, blue cheese, and homemade vinaigrette. I felt the portion size was way to skimpy for the cost. But it was clean with quality ingredients and I could taste them. The chopped salad was also delicious. It was full of salami, cheese, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, and more. Also with a homemade vinaigrette. The salad are delivered dressed which I like , but dressing on the side option may be appreciated by some. I highly recommend.

JT's catered my daughters wedding a year ago and at first I thought, a food truck for your wedding?…read moreBut it was her wedding. As it turned out it was a fantastic idea. Food was really very good, and the staff was so awesome! So when we were in Salem over the weekend and we had tossed JT's around a couple of times we were pulling into a local brew pub and BINGO! There was the big blue truck! Got to see and visit with the owners (and mom, Hi MOM!) which was great. They are always so nice and it was really nice to talk to them again. And we did order some snackage. Got some of the the egg rolls, but not your typical egg rolls and some Korean BBQ tacos (I think). I wasn't hungry but ate mine and my wife's share. Good, good, good!

We stopped by JT's as part of the Turner Taco tour for the first time and were blown away! Look…read moreforward to going back real soon for a full meal, the taste was dynamite!

Overall: All my guests enjoyed the homemade food they prepared!! It was fresh, locally grown,…read morehealthy and delicious and staff they sent me were very professional, friendly and experienced. In other words, they thought of everything and took care of it!! The Best Part: Elegant Catering will work around your budget and will give you more!! Just tell them them what you like and THEY WILL DELIVER still within your budget!! I had a very good experience with them and will definitely use them again, and again, and again. I highly recommend!! Coming from California, I AM VERY PICKY and not sure where I can find a good catering service for MY 50th in Salem. So I called four different places, including EC, which was recommended by Queen of Peace, to inquire. EC and another place returned my call the next day, one called back after a week and the other one more than a week. Ok, for me the last two didn't show promptness. So when I spoke to them finally, I specified that the reason why I was hiring a caterer was because I wanted my food to be 'homemade and healthy' and not looking like store bought just because that was something I can always do. They all came back with two to three different set of menus. You could tell that the only one listening to what I've said was Elegant Catering... from staffing to food to drinks to table cloth and other little details that came with it, YES, THEY WERE ON BOARD!! The other places didn't deal with tablecloths and other little details and even have told me to go to a rental place to get them... Not what I've said -- off my list!

Elegant Catering catered my parents small anniversary party and did an amazing job! Natasha was so…read moreresponsive and helped us decide on a menu. The food arrived on time and was delicious. She even created a small replica cake of their wedding cake. We will definitely use them again!

i hired them Dec, 2014 to cater a bday party. they were on time, food was great, and left us…read moreutensils for dishing everything up. the chicken marsala was delicious, as were the desserts. the mashed potatoes were a bit pastey. all else super. very generous in their portions as well.

From the owner: Sassy Onion has been providing catering in Salem Oregon and the Willamette Valley as well as…read moreserving up the best breakfast and lunch since 2002. We now have four Salem area locations for breakfast and lunch, and a full service catering department serving the entire Willamette Valley. Contact us for your next event such as weddings, birthdays, business lunches and more.

The Perfect Tuna Sandwich, 10/10 hallelujah and amen! Charlie [Tuna] would be so proud! I…read morehappened to be nearby and in need of lunch and this place came up. Now it will be on my regular route for lunch because you can't find a better tuna sandwich, anywhere! Fresh rye bread, stuffed with perfectly mixed tuna (including capers, YES!), gobs of fresh ripe avocado, tomato and lettuce. Friendly counter service, pricing is better than most places for what you get. I got take-out but the tables were clean and I would've stayed to enjoy the vibe if I didn't have to get back to work. p.s. I don't eat deli meat, but I am recommending Bearwolf to Hubby the next time he is in Salem because this place has something special going on!

As you can imagine, the photos look much better than the sandwich, but it was an average sandwich…read more It's too small for what you pay for sure, but it tasted fine. The Threat Level Midnight was better than the A.t.t.R.M. for sure. Neither was mind blowing so it was just disappointing both in size and taste, but it wasn't a terrible lunch.

We worked with Willaby's for our July wedding, and they were fantastic from start to finish. From…read morethe tasting through the reception, their team made the process easy, stress-free, and enjoyable. Communication was clear and responsive, and they were open to all of our questions and suggestions. The appetizers were a huge hit--our guests are still talking about them! The family-style dinner was beautifully presented, delicious, and created such a warm, communal atmosphere at the reception. The staff were attentive, professional, and made sure everything flowed seamlessly. We couldn't have asked for a better catering partner on our big day. We would highly recommend Willaby's to any couple looking for amazing food and a team that truly cares about making your event special.

There was not enough food at our Boyscouts event recently in April 2023. This was an event these…read moreboys were looking forward to. There wasn't a full count of guests and they still ran out of foods. Disappointed

Excellent food, portion size and customer service. Catered my daughters wedding and we were very…read morepleased!

Working with Tarah on our annual meeting menu was easy, fast and she set up a delicious menu! The…read moreheavy hors d'oeuvres she presented were a diverse set up of crowd pleasers. If you want to ask for a quote, forget about it and end up with a great looking menu that you can accept compliments on all day, call Forks & Corks.

Simply plated provided three dinners for a conference I hosted. They did an INCREDIBLE job! The…read morefood was delicious! It was fresh, hot, and very tasty. They did a wonderful job catering to our gluten free participants. They were easy to work with, and deliverd the food with expertise and smiles. I hightly recommend them!

One of the things everyone remembers about weddings is the food- was there enough? And was it good?…read more(I've been to many weddings and definitely still talk about those that had food issues). Simply Plated crushed it on both the quantity and the quality for our wedding! Jeanna and Breanna were an absolute dream to work with! From our tasting to the day of, they were super responsive, answering all questions, helping us plan our menu, helping us make accommodations for dietary restrictions, working with our venue to provide licensing information for the bartender, and even being so kind as to adjust our count when a family emergency caused our numbers to shift one week before the wedding! They were incredibly kind and attentive, the servers and bartender were great, and they not only made a special arrangement of appetizers and a beautiful mini charcuterie board for our sweetheart table so we too could enjoy appetizers while we were doing photos but checked on us throughout the night to make sure we got enough and even boxed up all of the extra food into meals for us to enjoy later! They made it as stress free and enjoyable as possible and the food was absolutely delicious!!! We got the goat cheese bruschetta, stuffed mushrooms, and charcuterie board for cocktail hour, chicken Marsala and tri-tip for entrees, and the s'mores bar for dessert. Our guests also raved about the food! Thank you Simply Plated!!!