We ordered catering from Maria's Italian Kitchen for a showcase event at Vivre Ballroom in Tarzana,…read moreand everything was absolutely amazing! From my very first phone call, Trina was so warm, friendly, and incredibly helpful. She made the ordering process easy, answered all of my questions, and helped us choose the perfect amount of food so all of our guests had more than enough to eat. The food was delicious, the pricing was very reasonable, and the delivery was flawless--everything arrived fresh, on time, and exactly as ordered. A huge thank you to Trina and the entire team for helping make our event a success. Outstanding customer service from start to finish! We'll definitely be ordering from Maria's Italian Kitchen again and highly recommend them for any catering event.

Last night, I went to Maria's Italian Kitchen. I haven't been there in years. The last time I was…read morethere was a couple of years ago with my mother-in-law. I was celebrating my daughter's high school graduation and having a great time. The food was amazing. I ordered a beer and was never asked for my ID. Later, after I ordered a second beer, another waiter came over and asked to see my ID. Keep in mind, I was already eating and enjoying my meal. The waiter told me that the manager was the one who asked that I be carded. If that is the case, I believe the situation could have been handled much better. I understand the policy, but it was very inconvenient to be asked for my ID after I had already started eating. I had my napkin on and was in the middle of my meal. I had to stop, clean myself up, and dig through my purse to find my ID. Please be more professional and check IDs when the first drink is ordered, before customers are settled in and eating. It disrupted what was otherwise a wonderful dining experience while celebrating my daughter's graduation. The food was excellent, but this situation was frustrating and could have been handled much better. I wasn't upset about being asked for identification--I understand that it's required. I was frustrated by the timing, especially since it happened after I had already begun eating my meal.

From booking to event, the team was professional and made everything so easy! I am Argentinian and…read moremy fiancée and I wanted to share this experience with our friends and family. We hired them for our engagement party of 65 people and added the vegetables to Menu 2. It was awesome to see how they set up early and spent time making sure the food was perfect. Each guest RAVED about the food and went back for multiple rounds. There was something for everyone.Pricing was absolutely fair and couldn't have gotten a better caterer for our event and we are sad that it is over. Thank you to Marcelo and Gabriel for everything!

We booked Martin Fierro Asado (MFA) for our wedding in March because we wanted a unique and…read morememorable experience for our guests. Having Martin and his team cooking on-site was a key part of our vision, so much so that we specifically searched across Los Angeles and surrounding areas to find a venue that could accommodate their setup requirements, including the 7-hour preparation time and outdoor space they needed. Leading up to the event, MFA was great, they were responsive, communicative, and easy to work with. Unfortunately, our experience on the wedding day was very different. We later learned that Martin had threatened to leave midway through cooking, which was extremely concerning. Additionally, both our venue staff and other catering staff mentioned that MFA was difficult to work with that day. While the food itself was excellent, the service fell short of what was promised. Our contract included two courses: First course: ribs, sausage, chicken, empanadas, and salads Second course: tri-tip/steak The second course was never properly served to our guests. When guests returned for the steak, they were told service was over and staff had already begun cleaning up. Some guests even tried requesting steak during the first course and were denied. To our knowledge, only maybe one or two guests were able to receive steak after insisting. We had also rented chafing dishes so that leftover food could be made available later in the evening. However, only chicken and salads were placed out, no beef. We didn't realize the extent of this issue until the day after the wedding. When we went to retrieve leftovers, we found multiple full trays of food, including large portions of uncut steak and ribs. There was clearly more than enough food to serve all guests the second course, yet it was never distributed. Many guests later told us the food was amazing--some of the best wedding food they've had--but also shared disappointment that they never received the advertised beef course. This was especially frustrating since our menu cards specifically instructed guests to "save room" for it. After the event, we learned that Martin had a planned medical procedure the following day. While we understand personal circumstances arise, it felt like the service was cut short so the team could leave early. This resulted in an estimated $2,000 worth of food going to waste, food that could have been served, offered to guests to take home, or at minimum communicated to us. Overall, while the food quality was outstanding, the execution and service on the day of the event were deeply disappointing and did not meet expectations for a wedding of this scale (160 guests).

Well, Well, Well…read more... It appears that my 23&Me ancestry composition has been recently updated and as of today, you are now looking at a 7.1%, Pure, Italian Stallion. Yeah, I too always thought I looked like a young Joe Pesci... Ha! Hey, Fugheddaboudit!!!! Hey, hate me for my ways, but blood is blood and I'm going to run with this Italian thing for as long as I can. And just as my "old Italian Nonna" might have said, had I actually had one... "O mangi la minestra o salti la finestra" But being that I am less than 10% actual Italian blooded, and me not actually having a Nonna who would probably just yell crazy things at me in Italian, I'll just stick to the little Italian that I actually know..... The Food!!!! Yeah give me.... A little meatballs slathered in marinara covered in melted provolone... Or Some thinly sliced prosciutto, mortadella, capicola on some crusty Italian bread... Or even... A square of lasagna with Italian sausage, mozzarella, ricotta, Romano cheese served with a chilled San Pellegrino to wash it all down... And you'd be 100%, not 7.1% correct, that I would enthusiastically rep my Italian heritage and proudly wave the colors of my National flag... The Red, The White & The Bl.... Errr, I mean Green! ;) Yes, I can admittedly get behind Italian food any day of the week and I know my "Nonna" would be proud. Well thankfully, you don't have to go all the way back to the Motherland to visit your Nonna and experience the old world eats of a little place called Italia! Cause Cavaretta's Italian Deli has all your Deli needs and wants covered. Yep, a San Fernando Valley staple since 1959, this spot has been and continues to be the place to grab the Best Italian sandwich (according to the Daily News) this side of the Colosseum (according to me, Lance L.). But the cocoa powder on top of the Tiramisu (aka the cherry on top)... This deli has an Italian Grocery shop with everything you need to make your real or made up Nonna proud back in your kitchen. So, forget about waiting around for your 23&Me results to come back and just get your little pasticcino buns over to Cavaretta's and live like the Italiano's do! Ciao Bella!

Great cheesesteak sandwich. A good spot in the Valley for sure…read more You gotta order a half lb. Worth of the cheese and prosciutto stuffed peppers in their deli case. Large bag of Uglies chips for below market price, and a superb lemon bar.

My previous review is from 2 years ago and I have literally been thinking about their tacos ever…read moresince. That said, I recently had them cater a staff appreciation event at work, and everyone loved them! I also recommended them to a coworker at a separate location, and they were able to make their amazing tacos for over 300 people- so whether you are catering a personal party, a work event or a large block party- Lorena's Bomb tacos are the way to go!

Just had the best tacos at a private event. The carne asada and al pastor were delicious, rich,…read moredeep flavor. Even the chicken (not usually my fave) was delicious, and I tried it at the end of the night with no salsa or anything. Plus, Maria and Nivela provided everyone with great service and friendly smiles. I would definitely hire them for my events in the future.

The food here SLAPS! All. The. Damn. Time. The service is…read morealways great too. Oh and the smoothies are bomb af! Must try everything on the menu.

Okay! The restaurant is inside this building! There is a nice gym close to inside. The place is…read moreclean, modern and neat. It is a family business. The service is really friendly and nice. The food s great, good. The pasta with salmon was really soft, not heavy. The veggie burger and fries was delicious. The price is reasonable.

Delicious ... amazing display ... reliable ... my guests were Raving g about the sushi !!! Sushi…read morewent like hot cakes !!! Created a whole other area for more sushi

Quality of fish and sides provided (edamame and shishito peppers), service, communication, response…read moretime; overall everything was mediocre. Once the vendor realized that I did not want the most expensive package, his response to requests diminished drastically. All communication went from phone calls, directly to text. After payment for the order was made the vendor could not be reached, frankly on the day of delivery his phone was off, the entire day. When providing a service, especially in the food industry, accuracy and quality is critical, just as important as being available for the customer. Best of luck, as this definitely was not the experience we were expecting.

Perfect Persian dishes, the quality is great , the amount of food in each portion can feed two…read morepeople. The owner Damoon is very friendly,patient and honest. Thank you Damoun for your service.

The best food in town with damoun U should try I'm them…read morecustomer about many years also they have pick up patios

We recently had Howie's Burgers cater my kids' birthday party, and they were a massive hit! All my…read more50+ guests including adults and kids loved the smash burgers! They use 100% wagyu beef and the patties were seasoned and grilled to perfection. Pairing them with their yummy, hand cut crispy fries made for the perfect party meal. We had a few extra burgers to spare and they even tasted great when I had one for dinner after the party! A huge thank you to the team for being so accommodating with the menu. They created custom plain burgers specifically for the kids, which was a total lifesaver and ensured even the pickiest eaters were happy :) The service was friendly, professional, and seamless from start to finish. Daniel and his partner were a pleasure to work with and made the hosting experience so much easier. If you want high-quality food and excellent service for your next event, I highly recommend them!

We used Howie's Burgers for my son's first birthday party. For my guests who got burgers, they said…read morethey really enjoyed them! The cooks were nice and friendly! Communication could be better when planning the event. I had to reach out multiple times throughout the process. They ran out of burgers for my guests even though they said they brought extra patties. (I did not go over guest count nor did anyone get seconds). I did a menu of OG burgers and grilled cheese and specifically asked if there would be enough for 40 adult burgers and about 5 kid patties. There may have been miscommunication, but about 7 of my guests did not get burgers. I give 4 stars even though it was frustrating and I feel like I did not get my moneys worth. Again, burgers were great for those who ate them and Daniel and his cook were nice.

This was the easiest experience and the board was beautifully put together, delicious and was made…read moreon a very fast timeline for our school! Will definitely be reordering !

I recently ordered a charcuterie board, vegetable board, and hummus with pita bread, and everything…read morewas absolutely delicious!! Each item was fresh, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. The owner was also incredibly responsive and easy to work with, which made the whole experience even better. You can tell she puts a lot of love and attention into her work. The display was stunning, it really elevated the whole event. Highly recommend if you're looking for something tasty, elegant, and stress-free. I'll definitely be ordering again!

They have excellent food and excellent selections. I highly recommend them for any special…read moreoccasion. I guarantee you will be pleased with their quality, presentation, and service. Their sushi Taste so good too! Omakase was a very special treat.

We stumbled upon this gem through social media while searching for a new coffee spot. It's located…read morein West Hills Corporate Pointe, which I initially thought was a bit of a stretch for people who don't work in the area. However, after visiting, I realized it's a fantastic idea. The café has a spacious and inviting atmosphere, reminiscent of a cafeteria. They offer a unique setup with a coffee shop, takeout option, and a cozy patio area with a water fountain, perfect for relaxing. We tried the 3 leches latte and the Spanish latte, both of which were incredibly delicious. They had a rich and flavorful taste that hit the spot. We also ordered a breakfast burrito, which was packed with flavor and had a satisfying combination of textures. The service was friendly and efficient. The staff explained the different options on the menu and recommended the most popular drinks. I'm definitely planning to return and explore more of their menu.