We scheduled a consultation with Chef Ken to discuss catering for our upcoming wedding. Chef Ken…read morewas punctual and the consultation itself went very well. He communicated clearly and stated that he would provide my fiancé and me with a proposal within 48 hours. Unfortunately, it has now been close to a week since that meeting. After sending two follow-up text messages, we have received no response. This lack of follow-through and communication is extremely disappointing and unprofessional--especially for an event as important and time-sensitive as a wedding. Even a brief message to say that he was no longer interested or unable to move forward would have been appreciated. Clear communication is critical in this industry, and unfortunately, that expectation was not met.

Plates on Deck catered an adult's birthday party I hosted. We had: passa passa chicken pasta (jerk…read morechicken fettuccini) which was a little spicy in all the best ways, roast pork that was marinated Cuban style, asparagus and string beans in garlic which were fresh and juicy, crab cakes that had enough flavor to not need the remoulade, garlic bread, and the to-die-for vanilla honey cornbread. It smelled amazing and my husband even had a piece and liked it, though he usually hates cornbread. My only complaints were a lack of communication - I got an email confirmation of payment and heard nothing until I called the day of to confirm - and that delivery was over an hour late, but he called to tell me they were running behind. Set up was fast and service was friendly. My friends are still raving about the food and we will absolutely use this caterer again!

First time at Palace Pizza and it definitely won't be the last. The lasagna, baked ziti, spaghetti,…read moreand pizza were all delicious -- everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and truly homemade. The service from everyone was outstanding and made us feel welcomed from the moment we walked in. The location is great, and we absolutely loved the authentic Italian atmosphere. A wonderful spot for anyone craving classic Italian comfort food. Kid friendly And they also serve alcohol ... Thank you

We finally stopped in for a slice while visiting downtown Lakeland, and wow... I'm kicking myself…read morefor not coming here sooner. I'm usually not a fan of pizza by the slice, but I kept an open mind--and I'm so glad I did. My wife ordered the chicken Caesar slice and I went with the meat lovers, and hands down, this was the best pizza I've had in the five years I've lived in Lakeland. That's how good it was: the moment we finished our slices, we immediately ordered takeout for dinner later that night. We got the chicken broccoli pasta, cheese tortellini, and a Stromboli that was literally the size of a large pizza box. Everything was absolutely incredible--even after reheating at home, it tasted fresh and amazing. This place completely exceeded expectations from start to finish. Incredible food, generous portions, and clearly made with care. I can't wait to come back and work my way through the menu. Highly recommend--this spot is a must-visit. Service was super fast and the atmosphere is pretty chill. It does get extremely busy. They do have a really nice seating area outside on the side of the building. It's somewhat secluded or you can sit in front of the restaurant to see the happenings downtown.

I truly hate to leave negative reviews, but this is what happened to me…read more At first, the owner/Chef came across as very kind, responsive, and eager to help. I paid $140 for a tasting, which went great (honestly, very good food). But after that every follow-up email took longer and longer to get a response, and when I asked multiple times for an updated quote so I could move forward with a deposit and secure my date, I was completely ghosted. Unfortunately, it feels like he took my money and disappeared. That's unprofessional, disappointing, and frankly disrespectful. Weddings are stressful enough without vendors wasting time and hard-earned money. Proceed with caution before considering this business.

the food was excellent. I orrdered chicken Alfredo, and red sauce in case anyone couldn't eat meat…read more it came with garlic bread and salad. included were plates, napkins, silverware,cups and tea plus lemonade. The food arrived on time and hot. Chef J was a pleasure to work with and I would definitely use Elite Catering again. All my volunteers ate well and had only compliments about the food. My best to Chef J hope to see you again.

Graze Craze = Holiday Magic! Our annual Christmas celebration was extra special this year thanks…read moreto Graze Craze! We enjoyed a private charcuterie course where we sampled a gorgeous board and even made our own! The dips? Absolutely delicious and the display? Picture-perfect What makes it even better? It's veteran-owned and you can feel the pride and care in every detail. If you're planning a holiday party, family gathering, or need catering, Graze Craze is the way to go! Beautiful boards Incredible flavors Perfect for celebrations Support local. Support veterans. Enjoy amazing food!

I just attended a wonderful charcuterie class! Lyzette, the oner/manager, and her staff were very…read moreknowledgeable and helpful! If you want to have a great time with friends and family, book your charcuterie class. It was a fun afternoon, and I got to take home the graze for 2 bord that I made!! I WOULD GIVE MORE THAN 5 STARS IF I COULD!!!

Low and Slow Smokehouse is conveniently located on Memorial Highway with a nice distant view of the…read morelake. The restaurant has plenty of space-both the dining room and parking lot are large, making it easy to accommodate bigger groups. When you walk in, there is a medium-sized bar towards the back, and spacious dining area to the left with both booths and tables. Our group of eight chose to sit outside on the patio, which was comfortable even though it faces the parking lot. The atmosphere overall felt warm and welcoming. Our server, Emily, was wonderful- friendly, upbeat, and incredibly attentive. Even though she was new, she handled our table like a pro. The menu offers a solid selection at reasonable prices. We started with Fried Pickles and Chicken Wings, which the whole table enjoyed. For entrees, we ordered a variety of dishes; the Brisket Sandwich, Pulled Pork, Smokehouse Wrap, Smoked Chicken Plate, and the Baked Potato Bowl. Each meal came with a side dish, including Mac & Cheese, Fries, Collard Greens, Hushpuppies, and Cornbread. Everyone was happy with their food. Portions were generous, and the meats were smoked beautifully-tender, juicy, and full of flavor! We lingered at the table, enjoying both the food and the company. Low and Slow Smokehouse delivered a great experience with excellent food and friendly service. We'll definitely be back!

First visit to this recycled BBQ joint formerly Mojo's. According to some this is some of the best…read moreBBQ around. I'll give you the real scoop. At first glance this place looks like a really cool hangout. The mix of metal roofing and American motif gives it a gritty look. Looks to have plenty of seating to include a covered outdoor area. Looked to be clean and organized. Service was spot on and our hostess/server was quick to provide menus and silverware. She immediately took drink orders and returned rather quickly. My friends and I chose the buffet as it was recommended by my friend's cohorts. According to them "they have the best beans and BBQ buffet". A Looking it over there were several meat choices. There was hamburger patties in a brown gravy, several flavors of chicken wings, pulled pork, meatballs, and burnt ends. Overall it was okay at best. Flavors weren't consistent. For example I had a meatball that was very spicy. But the other was bland. I thought the burnt ends were a bit dry as if they sat there all day. The problem with that is we went as they opened. The pulled pork was a bit mushy. The BBQ wings were pretty tasty. I also tried the garlic parmesan. I thought they were a bit salty. Now for the sides. I felt the macaroni was a bit overcooked as opposed to al dente. Hush puppies were okay. The beans were actually good in my opinion. A nice addition was pork rinds. I don't know if they were house made and I forgot to ask. I really didn't go up for seconds as nothing really impressed me. Afterwards I did try their peach cobbler. Mushy and lacking either ice cream or whipped cream. They did have a salad bar. It looked to be fairly fresh. And I wanted to also add, for an extra $5 you can have all you can eat sliced brisket. At $17 I wasn't going to tack another $5 for kess than impressive BBQ. Overall I'd have to say there are far better choices for BBQ in Lakeland. Would I go back? Maybe, but I'd express my opinion. For what I paid I could have gotten a far better meal at Mojo Federal in Downtown. Just saying.

At the Yelp Cosmic Rodeo event, I had the culinary pleasure of trying Care Package's Waygu beef…read moresliders. They were out of this world delish! The meat to bun ratio was well balanced and the sauce added just the right amount of flavor without overpowering the juicy meat patty. The staff were friendly, answered questions about their services, and offered me seconds...or thirds!

From the start, communication was smooth and delivery was on time. The deliverer even placed it…read moredirectly in my fridge while I was out! The food was amazing, including the coconut curry chicken and the lemon herb chicken. I highly recommend!!