Words cannot express the ease and comfort of having Chef Matt and his staff cater our daughters…read morededication! From beginning to end the communication was continuous and quite honestly selecting the menu from the delicious offerings was the most difficult part! My family and I were so happily impressed by his food and dedication to provide such an awesome experience. We cannot wait to have him at upcoming events! Thanks, Chef Matt!!

Matt's professionalism and passion for cooking truly set him apart. An exceptional experience from…read morestart to finish. Highly recommend booking him ASAP.

Enjoyed a handful of Michelin star restaurants across the globe. That being said Chef Mike…read moreabsolutely killed it for every spoiled foodie in our private dinner. Flavors were complex and drove my tastebuds crazy. If you want to experience top notch culinary skills in the comfort of your own home, this is the chef to do it with. Thank you for the amazing culinary journey chef!

Cancelled on me 7 days before the event because he clearly got a better offer. Really awful way to…read moretreat people

Several guests at our wedding told us that the food at our reception was the best wedding food they…read morehad ever had. While delighted, we were not surprised. We were blown away by Night Kitchen with every interaction, starting with the customized menus based on our tastes (Mini pastrami reubens, as passed hors d'oeuvres? Hello!). Our tasting was the highlight of our wedding planning process. Leading up to the big day, communication was prompt and clear, the service was highly professional, and the food was truly amazing. During our wedding reception, one of our guests became seriously ill (they did not take their medication that day). The team at Night Kitchen acted swiftly and professionally, securing medical attention and escorting the guest with a wheelchair with assurance and professionalism, without drawing attention to the incident. We cannot be more grateful to Chef Aaron and his amazing team!

We cannot say enough wonderful things about Night Kitchen! From our very first meeting, they were…read morewarm, thoughtful, and genuinely excited to help us bring our vision for a fully vegetarian wedding to life. They worked closely with us every step of the way--listening to our ideas, offering creative suggestions, and customizing a menu that felt completely us. The food was absolutely phenomenal. Guests are still raving about the passed appetizers--each one more delicious and beautifully presented than the last. Everything was fresh, inventive, and full of flavor, and even our most carnivorous friends were impressed and satisfied. Beyond the food, the Night Kitchen team was professional, kind, and a true pleasure to work with. On the big day, they executed everything flawlessly, allowing us to fully relax and enjoy knowing we were in expert hands. If you're looking for a catering company that's as invested in your event as you are, especially if you want something unique or plant-forward, Night Kitchen is it. They made our wedding unforgettable, and we're so grateful!

DO NOT HIRE CHEF ELIOTT! I hired him and sent large deposit on 6/24/21 and we chose a date, a menu…read moreand spoke a few times. Our dinner party is Monday 8/2. (5 days away). Invitations are out, I bought linen and China and glassware. I texted him this morning to finalize and late this afternoon I got a TEXT (not even a phone call) that he had a scheduling issue and could not show up to do the party. 5 days away and he left us hanging. I called and he said "it was definitely my fault but I will be out of town because your party wasn't on my calendar because of my error" .. What a disappointment and now I have to replan the party in 5 days. SO RUDE and So WRONG. This is NO WAY to run a business. He ruined my party. CHEF ELIOTT should be avoided at all cost!

Celebrated my parents 50th wedding anniversary - and Chef created a culinary masterpiece for a…read moreprivate party dinner for 8. 5 course extraganza - with the ultimate 45 day dry aged rib eye, charred broccoli, crispy new potato, ajo blanco sauce and Demi - wow! The whole group were into cooking and while he was making the food - it turned into a cooking class/Q&A - straight up Food Network type experience. Highly recommend Chef Eliott - a true professional. We will be using him again!

I hired Chef Aless for my husband's birthday on 1/26/21 - as indoor dining was still closed in NYC,…read moreand way too cold for outdoor dining, I opted to have Chef Aless come by so we could have the restaurant experience at home. From the first time I got in touch with her, Chef Aless was always prompt with her responses - as it was my first time ever doing anything like this, she helped curate a menu for my husband and I based on our likes/dislikes. I had also gone back to her to switch up a couple items, which she had no problem with either - really appreciate the flexibility! On the day of, she came by a bit early (which was a non-issue for us considering we were idling by at home), and was very efficient as soon as she stepped in - we were served some delicious hors d'oeuvres (fig and brie crisps were divine!), an appetizer (truffle burrata and arugula, with a delicious pomegranate molasses dressing), second course (crab cakes with mango slaw, always a favorite in my book), main course (a perfectly medium rare Pat LaFrieda steak), some sides (a decadent sauce for the steak, creamed spinach and potatoes lyonnaise; if you coudln't tell, we wanted to replicate the NYC steakhouse experience), and lastly, chocolate mousse for dessert (needless to say, it was amazing). And best of all, she left the kitchen spotless, which was much appreciated. I also want to note that it's important to clarify what you're looking for when hiring a private chef, especially as a first timer (like me) - I thought Chef Aless was going to cook everything from start to finish at our apartment, however she actually came by with everything mostly prepared, and left the finishing touches for last. Granted, not everyone has a fully equipped kitchen so I totally understand her coming pre-prepped, but considering my husband and I both love cooking and have a nearly fully-equipped kitchen, we would've loved to see her in action and use the opportunity to pick up some pro-tips. All in all, Chef Aless was an absolute pleasure to work and speak with, and I'm so happy to have found her. If indoor dining is still closed off in the future, I will definitely be keeping her in mind for more special occasions.

I finally made it out to Chef Aless last night and it did not disappoint. The food, service and…read moreatmosphere were on point and we felt like we were is a cafe in Paris. The food is authentic and you can tell the chef who I believe is also the owner takes so much pride in her food and it shows. Her husband was on the restaurant floor tonight and even took the time to stop by to chat with us. What an amazing experience and the staff made us feel so welcome we even booked our Christmas party there! Amazing hospitality please keep the good work and we will see you again in December!

Chef Cava catered our wedding two days ago and I felt the need to write this review immediately…read more Everything was absolutely perfect. Not only was the food delicious and constantly praised by our guests (the braised beef being a particular favorite), but the service and staff was amazing. The entire operation was efficient, seamless and, honestly, invisible. The staff operated behind the scenes with such speed and professionalism that I was stunned when I realized we didn't have to think or worry about a single thing during the day. I certainly don't plan on having second wedding, but if I did I would hire them again. 6/5 stars.

If you're looking for a wedding caterer, just stop now and hire Chef Cava. The planning was easy,…read morethe service was excellent, and most importantly, the food was phenomenal. Chef Scott is a former restaurant chef, and you can tell. We had done a tasting with a different caterer first and it didn't hold a candle to Chef Cava. Many people told us that this was the best wedding food they'd ever had by a mile. Particularly standouts were the beef tenderloin (perfectly cooked), the market fish arrabiata (we had halibut, it was SUPER fresh and the sauce was spectacular), and the homemade pasta genovese (great for the vegetarians in the crowd). We did family style, which is a great option that a lot of caterers don't offer as it allows people to take as much as they want of each dish without having to stand in a buffet line. All the passed hors d'oeuvres were fabulous as well. Chef Scott is extremely responsive to the many little questions that come up during the planning process, and worked seamlessly with our coordinator to make our wedding day a breeze. His floor staff is wonderful as well. Our only regret was that as the bride and groom, we didn't have time to eat more!!

Chef Stephen has done private dinners for us in our home twice now. Both times were spectacular…read moredining experiences. He has a wonderful selection of apps, starters, and mains to choose from and they were all executed to perfection! His portions were generous so we even had some leftovers for another meal the following day. If you're looking for a unique date night or a special occasion dinner in your home, I can't recommend Stephen enough.

excellent cuisine and perfect service for our dinner party-- 8 guests in our apartment. Stephen was…read moreso helpful in tweaking our menu and very responsive to our concerns. a big triumph!

Chef Sebastian was amazing! He really outdid himself with each and every dish. The hors d'oeuvres…read morewere a party favorite. I can't wait until I have another party/event so we can have him back!!

I'll start off this way, I'm probably the only person whose favorite meal this week in 90° July…read moreweather included half a quart of warm, Smoky Red Pepper Soup with Basil Croutons ($10). I'll admit, a small part of the reason is because I keep my apartment very cold and really love soups. The primary reason though is that I found an executive chef who is a culinary genius that will cater and deliver phenomenal gourmet food directly to my door at very reasonable prices. This was one of the best original soups that I've tasted in a very long while. A great thick, creamy texture, good heat (without being too spicy), and you could taste the flavor of the ingredients, not just get overwhelmed by the red pepper. The taste and texture worked in perfect concert together, just like the cream and the red pepper. I've been paying ten bucks a quart for deli-quality soups during this quarantine. This was certainly in a much different class of quality, for the same exact price. Once people catch on to this amazing value, I'll likely end up paying far more for the same caliber of cuisine. However, supporting a well-deserving and hardworking small business with an honest and positive is more important to me than saving a little money. By the way, in addition to his well-honed, epicurean chops, Chef Sebastian is also a real sweetheart of a guy. I know a lot of great chefs and they're not all...oh, what's a good euphemism to use here? As good at dealing with people as they are with knives. Well, Chef Sebastian is wonderful with both. A true professional and a good person. Alright, now let me review some more of his food. In the late 1990s, I lived in New Orleans. So, I definitely know a thing or two about great-tasting cornbread. Chef Sebastian makes excellent cornbread. Not too crumbly, but also not sticky. There's nice pieces of whole corn and little pieces of jalapenos inside. Remember, I'm not a big fan of spicy, but this cornbread was perfect. Not too spicy and it was pre-cut into small squares for me and filled an entire sizeable container. I've eaten a few pieces with 4 meals already and I still have leftovers. His portions are immense. That goes double for the Slow Smoked Beer Marinated Local Shortrib ($27 with corn and cornbread). I've never been given that much shortrib in a single portion intended for one person. I LOVE his homemade BBQ sauce so much that I used it abundantly, put the shortribs in potato roll buns and served them up similar to pulled pork sandwiches, only these were far better because they were beer marinated shortribs. There was enough for 4.5 overstuffed sandwiches. My executive chef friend ate one, along with a piece of cornbread, and was extremely impressed with both as well. The Smoked Whole Trout ($14) was actually a bit overwhelming. Even with my big appetite, I certainly couldn't finish it. It's an entire large cooked trout. For $14 and hand delivered to your door by the chef himself? Where else will you get that type of value? Nowhere! Certainly not near Port Washington, where I live. I ate half of the fish the first day that the food arrived because obviously it's seafood. Although, I did decide to sneak Chef S's New Jersey grilled corn on the cob into this meal, even though it really came to compliment another dish. I didn't want to wait though. The fish was cooked nicely and traveled very well. A nice thickness, easy to cut the meat away, and just a nice smokey flavor throughout. However, I avoided the recommended horseradish sauce that came with it because I was in the mood for more of a fish flavor. I wasn't disappointed. The corn was tasty too. The 24 Hour Slow Smoked BBQ Pork Shoulder ($21 with corn and cornbread) was another massive creation. Once again, I had leftovers. You can taste the time it took to cook this. Completely fall off-the-bone type of dish and so savory. Extremely tender and also beautifully complimented by Chef's homeade BBQ sauce. Honestly, that stuff could go with anything. It's delicious. Local Jersey Peach Crisp with Homemade Whipped Cream ($7). My favorite dessert from anywhere this month. It's a giant piece made for 2 people, as long as one of them isn't me. LOL. I devoured about 3/4 of it because it was so incredible. Thin fresh peach slices with a deliciously sugary crust. This dessert could start an addiction. Just before writing this paragraph I polished off the remaining 1/4 piece left in my fridge. By the way, his food and containers keep very well. The food is delicious, but the portions are huge! Pickle Spears ($8). These are smaller sized pickle spears. However, there's enough of them to fill the jar and they're obviously pickled that way to provide much more surface area and access to the flavors of Chef's special blend of peppers and seasonings. They're very good. If you like pickles, you'll totally like these. Lots of flavors: garlic, peppers, mustard seeds, and some others. Be careful though, these bite back. Everything is PERFECT!