We went to Braised tonight and, admittedly, we haven't been there in a few years. Not because of…read moreanything negative--it just hasn't been one of the places that comes to mind when we're deciding where to eat. Well, after tonight, that's going to change. We started by sharing the wedge salad. I am a blue cheese girl, and this blue cheese was BLUE CHEESE. Rich, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. I could have happily made a meal out of that alone. We also ordered the calamari, which came with two dipping sauces. One was a sweet and sour-style nuoc cham sauce that was incredible. The other was a fresh, flavorful tartar sauce. The calamari itself was prepared perfectly--light, crispy, not oily at all, and cooked just right. For dinner, I had the pistachio-crusted salmon over vegetable quinoa. The salmon was excellent. The quinoa was good, but probably just not my personal style. My husband ordered the pork chop with polenta, and wow--both were fantastic. That polenta was especially memorable. We sat at a table in the bar area (that's our vibe), and we had the pleasure of being served by Orlando, a newer bartender. He was outstanding. From the moment we sat down, we felt welcomed and genuinely taken care of. He introduced us to a mezcal that complemented our meals perfectly and was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. Top-notch customer service. This isn't an inexpensive everyday dinner spot, but the quality of the food, drinks, and service made it absolutely worth it. We had a fantastic experience and will definitely be back. If you haven't been to Braised lately, go check it out--and if you're lucky enough to have Orlando take care of you, you're in for a great evening.

Came here to celebrate our anniversary and enjoyed a lovely dinner. The space was very cute inside…read moreand truly felt like home. The food was delicious--compliments to the cooks for such wonderful, tasty dishes. The service was good, though there was room for improvement. Our drinks weren't topped off as often as expected, and I had to wait a while for more water. When I ordered another drink, it also took some time to arrive. Overall, we had a nice experience and the food really stood out. I'm looking forward to coming back to try brunch.

I have planned many events over 20 years of catering. From the first conversation with Teri…read moreSanchez, I knew I called the best option for us. She advised and made every request feel easy to her team and they handled everything so well. She is kind, responsive and so helpful. We fed 125 people and it was done on time and seamlessly.

The food was delicious, my guest nothing but good things to say about it. I will definitely utilize…read moretheir services in the future.

They were friendly and prompt. Hey helped set everything up and made great suggestions about…read morekeeping the food warm. They were also quick to respond to questions and willing to adjust their menu, as well as arrival & set up time. The food was exactly as described and enjoyed by all. I highly recommend them for your next catering needs.

Great for your catering needs for your parties and services…read more Great food and supplies

Rosalinda went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed for our wedding reception!…read moreShe was happy to work within our budget and charged much less than other caterers in the area. Other caterers couldn't be bothered to respond to messages or send menus. Rosalinda responded promptly to messages and provided the kind of individualized attention that one wants when planning a special event like a wedding reception. I felt very good about supporting this small family business. I was amazed at how many different types of cuisine Melrose International offers. We ended up having Mexican and Filipino food with gluten-free and vegetarian options. Rosalinda was even willing to make a garlic-free meal for one guest who can't eat garlic! The enchiladas and Mexican rice were my favorite dishes. Rosalinda and her employees worked very hard, including cooking on a grill outside in the hot sun at our reception venue. Her staff was efficient in serving food and even put the leftovers in containers we provided. One bit of advice: make sure to read over the detailed order list Rosalinda provides. I didn't read it closely enough, and there were some differences between what we had discussed and what was listed. I take responsibility for not paying closer attention. There were just too many things to do at the same time. Rosalinda offered to cut our wedding cake (made by someone else) for no additional charge, something no other caterer in the area seems to offer. (They often charge $2/slice!) I would definitely recommend Melrose International Catering and Bakery.

During this weird and unpredictable time, it was hard to find a place that will do custom…read morecake/CUSTOM ANYTHING! I was giving up hope, but found out about this place by a relative. We are impressed with the professionalism, hardwork, and dedication that this company had put into the cake. My phone calls and messages were answered in a timely manner. It was sooooooo hard to cut into the cake. It was too cute to eat. The cake was a lemon flavor that had everyone wanting more. It was not too sweet or to bland, it was just right. Thank you for making my drive by baby shower memorable

The Barbecue Specialists for sure! Great New York strip last night- and the grilled veggies were…read moreawesome!

We were married here in March of 2023 and had an amazing experience. The staff was incredibly…read morefriendly and accommodating from start to finish. On the day of our wedding, it unexpectedly started pouring rain, and without hesitation the team immediately moved our ceremony to a dry, covered location--without us even having to ask. Their quick response and professionalism completely took the stress out of the situation. We're so grateful for how smoothly everything was handled and would highly recommend this venue to any couple.

Evergreen Island Venue went above and beyond for our event, and I truly cannot recommend them…read moreenough. On the day of our event, it was absolutely pouring rain, but their team did everything in their power to make it work. Their staff was outside helping dry the cement as much as possible, moving tables and chairs, and adjusting layouts on the fly. They were proactive, supportive, and never once made it feel like our event was a burden. When we ultimately decided to move the party into the warehouse, they immediately sent over their entire team and generously allowed us to use their tables, chairs, banquet tables, heaters, and even a cleaning crew. This event simply would not have been possible without their help. As soon as we arrived at the warehouse, they jumped in to assist with setup while my team and I were decorating. They even offered to let us keep the tables and chairs after hours. What truly stood out was their commitment they stayed for the entire event, helped with cleanup, and made sure everything was put away. Our employees had nothing but great things to say about the experience and how much fun they had. Evergreen Island Venue is not just a beautiful space it's a team of people who genuinely care about making your event successful, no matter the circumstances. We are so grateful for their support and professionalism. -Valmetal Team

We had Tres Bien cater our cocktail party at our house…read more We were referred to them. We are so glad that we found them as the stood out from a lot of other caterers. Their food options were amazing We contacted Elaine and she gave us so many ideas and menu items to choose from. She helped us narrow it down and get the menu we loved. The day of the event ran so smooth. Elaine along with Brett and Amy were great. Punctual, respectful and professional. They finished cooking everything in out kitchen and set up the food for our guests The food they made was delicious and presented in such a beautiful way. Our guests along with us were in awe of everything. Great company. Talented.

Ten stars. Eliane at Tres Bien, with Brett and Steve, totally saved my event when our caterer…read morebailed three days out. Eliane was amazing to schedule with, super responsive, and the team's hospitality was unmatched. Every course was delicious, leaving us excited for the next. Definitely booking them again!