The Catering Company of Central FLorida - Winter Haven, Florida

Jared Weggeland

I participated in a Better Living for Seniors Polk meeting this week and the venue chosen was The Catering Company in Winter Haven. The space was very clean, open and inviting. It felt cozy and looks like it can take up to 50 people quite easily. The food prepared was fresh and delicious. The staff was very friendly. I would recommend this venue to others. Well done, thank you!

Christy Vreeland

Catering Company of Central Florida did a fantastic job catering our corporate social event. The heavy bite-sized hors d'oeuvres were fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented, catering to various dietary preferences. The coffee bar was a hit, perfect for the sudden cold weather.

The service was impeccable. The staff were professional, attentive, and ensured everything ran smoothly.

Overall, Catering Company played a significant role in making our event a success. Thank you!

Marissa Cardoso

The Catering Company of Central Florida catered at my wedding, and everyone loved the food and staff! They were very accommodating to the fact that I would have a wedding of around 330 guests. The staff was amazing! I truly appreciate them all for making my special day go smooth. Therefore, I didn't have to worry about food, drinks, or cake cutting.

Witold Baniak

We attended the wedding few days ago and food was not good. Chicken was very dry and bland and look bad, Carrots and green beans were under cooked and under season. The only good part of plate was potatoes Au gratin. On our table there were 6 people and each plate look different with different pieces of chicken. The only good part were appetizers, stuffed mushrooms and polenta cake with chorizo.

R MS

I had truly forgotten how good the food was since we had a long period between the taste testing and the wedding. Food was served to us first and appetizers were set aside since we were taking pictures during this time. The food was incredible and we gave away any left over food to friends and family who are still eating it. The staff was also incredible.

Shelby McCall

The Catering Co did an amazing job for our Grand Opening! The girls were so helpful and did a great job throughout the night, the presentation was phenomenal and the food was so delicious! We will definitely be using The Catering Co again for our future events!

lofish (Lofish)

Edit:
Since sharing our initial feedback, we have had the opportunity to communicate directly with the owner, Phil, who sincerely apologized for the issues we experienced. He took the time to have a thorough conversation with us about the situation, and we appreciate his genuine effort to understand our concerns. Phil went above and beyond to make amends, and we are grateful for the steps he’s taken to ensure we are satisfied.

Our experience with The Catering Co. for our wedding left much to be desired. Despite meticulous planning and communication, several issues arose, tarnishing what should have been a seamless and memorable day.

One of the most glaring issues was the premature placement of pre-plated salads on the tables, a full two hours before guests entered the venue. As a result, salads containing fresh ingredients sat out for an extended period, compromising their quality and taste. This decision not only clashed with our carefully curated decor but also led to discomfort for our guests who encountered warm, unappetizing salads.

Adding to our frustration was the lack of accountability regarding this misstep. Despite inquiries from our DJ and decorator, the reasoning behind this premature placement remained unclear, leaving us feeling disregarded and undervalued as clients. Furthermore, reports from guests about cold food and less-than-fresh vegetables only added to our disappointment, considering the significant portion of our budget allocated to catering.

While we appreciate The Catering Co.'s acknowledgment of the miscommunication regarding the salad placement, we were disappointed by attempts to shift blame onto us for a delay that did not occur. Contrary to their assertions, our wedding reception experienced only a minor delay, as confirmed by photographic evidence.

Overall, our experience with The Catering Co. fell short of expectations. Despite efforts to address our concerns, the discrepancies in communication and execution left us with a less-than-ideal wedding catering experience. We hope that sharing our experience will serve as a cautionary tale for others and encourage The Catering Co. to prioritize transparency and accountability in their service delivery.

Kristine Rusch

The Catering Co. was great to work with & had amazing food! They gave us a great tasting with many options & helped us with options to stay within our budget!