One of my biggest fears in life is being forced to eat dry chicken. Luckily, that's not the case…read morehere. But I'll tell you, the hesitation and dread of that first bite was real. I ordered a chicken sandwich with the slaw to go. I had to pull over because I couldn't even hold onto it while driving. It was big and sloppy and I didn't even think I could fit it all in my mouth. But honestly, if it's not sloppy, are you even really enjoying it? Literally, no notes.

My visit to Cornerstone BBQ was a mixed experience. There were definitely some highlights, but…read morethere were also several issues that kept the meal from living up to the price. Having lived in Texas for many many years and eating barbecue all over the state from popular Michelin star places to Mom and Pop hole in the wall places to food trucks I know what the good barbecue taste like. We decided on a large platter because this was our first time to the restaurant and we wanted to get it taste of everything. We opted for brisket, ribs, chicken and swapped out the pulled pork for jalapeno sausage. This included 4 side dishes and honestly I know they're just sides but it definitely wasn't enough for four adults to enjoy. The large platter says it easily feeds six to eight people but the sides definitely only feed three. The brisket was good compared to California standards. It was moist, flavorful, and cooked just right but lacked a great smoky taste. The loaded fries were another standout. They were absolutely delicious, and the rich cheese sauce paired with the added jalapeños made them even better. Those were easily my favorite items on the menu. Unfortunately, the ribs were inconsistent. Some bites were tender, while others were extremely tough and difficult to eat. The food overall was also much greasier than expected, which took away from the enjoyment of the meal. The service left a lot to be desired. We had to keep asking for basic items throughout our visit, and our drinks didn't arrive until we had asked twice. Having to repeatedly remind the staff for things that should have come automatically made the experience frustrating. The seating arrangement was another disappointment. Our party of four was squeezed around a tiny table, even though there were larger tables available. To make matters worse, a group of six was seated at a three-top table directly behind us, blocking the aisle. People were constantly trying to squeeze between the tables, making the dining area feel cramped and uncomfortable. Considering the price, I expected much better. The portions didn't justify the cost, especially when combined with the inconsistent food quality and service issues. While the brisket and loaded fries were excellent, the tough ribs, greasy food, cramped seating, repeated service problems, and high prices made this a disappointing overall experience. I hope Cornerstone BBQ improves these areas because the restaurant has the potential to be much better.

Renee is very professional and attentive. We didn't have a chance to try catering services due to…read morepersonal circumstances, but it was very easy to communicate with Renee. She went above and beyond with our wedding menu, she even translated it in my native language. She also sent me pictures of a table setting and she did a research on our traditional dishes. I would highly recommend Big Bear Event Catering!

Mojave Monaco is hands town the best team of caterers I have ever hired! I have led yoga retreats…read morefor 25 years and the catering has varied wildly. Rosa, Merilee and team do an AMAZING job with offering a variety of high quality foods to suit every diet at affordable prices. I cannot recommend them highly enough! Super nice people too and always on time... Julia Tindall

Rosa & team catered our little 25 person wedding reception and absolutely nailed it. We had a bunch…read moreof difficult food allergies that they sorted out without a sweat. The food was truly incredible, and the team made the whole night super easy for us. I would 1000% recommend these guys.

Incredible Experience -- Above and Beyond! Gwen Marlo…read morecatering was an absolute lifesaver for our wellness retreat. I hired Annamarie and Messe last minute after our original chef backed out just two weeks before the event. From the very first call, they were responsive, kind, and completely accommodating to our shifting needs--whether it was allergies, dietary preferences, or an ever-growing headcount. Annamarie is an absolute sweetheart, and her warmth was felt not just in her presence, but in the food she prepared. Her husband was equally lovely, and together they brought such a beautiful, heart-centered energy to the weekend. The food was fantastic--nourishing, delicious, and beautifully presented. Everyone at the retreat was raving about it! We were aiming for healthy meals that still felt indulgent and flavorful, and they delivered that in spades. I can't wait to work with them again in the future. Highly, highly recommend!

We hired Gwen Marlowe Food and Catering for our wedding day, and overall, they did a fantastic job…read more The food tasted amazing, and everything went smoothly thanks to their efforts. Here's our detailed review based on their food quality, presentation, performance, and customer service. Food: The food was very good and tasty. Every dish was flavorful and satisfying to me but others trying the food had their likes and dislikes. This was a refreshing surprise since wedding food can sometimes fall flat. With Gwen Marlowe's cooking, you're likely to get dishes that stand out in taste. Presentation: The buffet-style setup was beautifully arranged, with each dish served by the vendor team to ensure an elegant presentation. Most dishes looked fantastic, giving our guests a sense of a refined, well-presented meal. The salad presentation, though simpler, was still tasty and fresh, adding a nice touch to the spread. Performance: On our wedding day, the team was on top of everything, ensuring every guest was served promptly and helping set up the tables to look beautiful. We appreciated their professionalism and attention to detail, which helped make our reception feel special. It was also just nice having a caterer who was willing to provide the plates and silverware. Really good deal for that reason alone! Customer Service: While Anna, our contact with the company, was communicative and respectful, we slowly began to feel hesitant to ask for adjustments or additional tastings, as we sometimes got the impression our requests were becoming a burden. It just felt like the vibes were coming off as passive aggressive and we didn't understand why when we were willing to pay for more tastings. It's hard to understand why a food company would have difficulty wanting to serve sample tastings of their dishes especially when they were being paid for. For example, when requesting if we could try out their vegan curry option in addition to their lasagna vegetarian option, we made efforts to make things easier for this vendor by suggesting we could just pick up the food in a take out box without needing a nice sit down experience to save them time (we only did this because Anne emailed us saying we couldn't book another tasting due to there being no time for them to set up another sit down tasting). In response, we got what we wanted but Anne charged us $50 a plate when typically they went for $30 a plate with a sit down experience. So just to get a chance to taste their veggie options we paid them $100 for 2 dishes. We know it takes time to get the ingredients to make these dishes but this shouldn't be an issue for a company that specializes in food. Customers will of course want to try out the different options so make that easier for them. A food company should not make their customers feel like they can't ask to try out food that will be served to hundreds of people! We also felt she didn't handle feedback as openly as we had hoped, occasionally giving the sense that we were the only people they've served who had problems with a dish. Additionally, there were a few instances when my mother, whom we had authorized to communicate with the Anne, felt overlooked. However, on the wedding day, everything we had requested was delivered beautifully, and our guests were thrilled with the food. Overall, Gwen Marlowe Food and Catering delivered a wonderful dining experience on our big day, with delicious food, thoughtful presentation, and a seamless performance. We just hope anyone booking them has a better experience with customer service as we unfortunately felt like a bother to this company. Thank you Gwen Marlowe for making our big day so special though

I want to thank Pete and his crew again for catering another outstanding event (they catered our…read morewedding a few years ago). From the time I reached out to him up until the event (my wife's 60th birthday), it's been top-notch. Pricing, menu selection, # of guests, setup, food prep, doling out the appetizers and entrees, and finally storing the leftovers so that I could take home, great company to work with. I'll utilize their services for my next event.

The absolute best wedding caterer we could have asked for!!! If I could give more than five stars I…read morewould, I still dream about the food, it was that good!! Pete's firehouse bbq really came through for my husband and I's special day. We had issues with a few of our vendors for the day, but one I didn't have to worry or stress over once was Pete and his bbq! The food was warm, incredibly delicious, and exactly what we asked for. Our guests all enjoyed it immensely, we heard nothing but rave reviews; and they still comment how the food at our wedding was the best ever. Pete went out of his way to help us throughout the process, from tastings to the main event; a truly kind and professional individual. He was always responsive to my emails and questions. My husband and I's favorite part, was by far the late night bites of pork belly sliders and mash potato bar. The appetizer meatballs also a game changer! Wish I could have a plate of everything as I write this. Since we had a fridge at the venue, we were able to keep our leftovers, which they packaged up for us. Though we didn't receive the toppings from the potato bar, only tiny hiccup, we did receive tons of leftovers that was such a bonus! Not to mention, that they heated well and were tasty even days later!! My husband, guest, and I all highly recommend Pete's Firehouse BBQ for your wedding or event!! You'll definitely, thank me later.

We had a pool party with about 40 people and Toms brought the most amazing food. The chicken was…read morethe most tender ever and the beans, corn casserole and mac and cheese were the most delicious! Highly recommend them for any event!

Tom's food is very tasty you can't the TLC Tom puts into every dish he serves…read more Service is unique especially when Tom shares some stories that creates such a enjoyable experience Always being accessible to everyone usually catering to special events..

Chef Carlos was amazing. Very personable. He did a great job setting up and the food was delicious…read more We hired him to cater a bday dinner for a small group and enjoyed every morsel.

Chef Carlos and his wife Jessica are a top notch catering team. I contacted them 2 weeks before my…read morewedding and they made things so easy for me. I wanted BBQ at my wedding and they came up with a perfect menu and they made my vision a reality. They were on time for my event, dressed professionally, pleasant, accommodating and all of my guests loved the food. I did not stress about the food at all, they took care of everything and they made it so easy for me which made my wedding run so smoothly. I can't thank them enough for the wonderful food they served at my wedding and I can't recommend them enough!!

We had such a lovely experience with Ali and Fox in the Woods Catering for our wedding at Arrowhead…read morePine Rose Cabins this June! First of all, the tasting experience was incredible. Ali and her staff were so warm and inviting and the food was absolutely delicious. Ali was so accommodating of our particular needs and allergies and was able to make some minor exchanges that were perfect for us. For our wedding, our guests couldn't stop raving about the food, especially the Smoked Tri-Tip! Thanks for helping to make our wedding so special, Ali!

Ali is amazing! I hired her to cater a writing retreat I hosted, and her food was absolutely…read moredelicious and beautifully presented. She provides a wonderful service, and everyone was so pleased and grateful to have her.