Customer Reviews

T and L catering was great! Every time I called with a question there was someone to answer my questions. Pam, help me decide on the menu and appetizers and help me through the whole process of putting it all together to fit my party. They made it so easy. The food was great and I had many people comment about how good it was. The server was a joy to work with and helped run the show so I could enjoy my . Bonus was I had so much food left over! That only would I use them if I have another party, but I will tell anyone I know having a party to give them a call. Not one complaint here! Catherine Wilson

We recently used T&L Catering for my husband’s 60th birthday party, and I could not be happier with how everything turned out. T&L Catering was flawless from beginning to end. Stephanie was communicative and helpful throughout the entire planning process, and everything ran seamlessly the day of the event. Stacey was a fantastic bartender who kept things moving, and Maurice and Rob were both an absolute pleasure to work with. The food Rob put out was not only delicious but also beautifully plated, and the setup was made even more special with all of the detailed décor. Our guests are still raving about the food and service. We will definitely be using T&L Catering again. Thank you for helping make the celebration so special! Melinda Harz

This is our 4th time using T&L Catering at Monarch Hall and the service is always top notch! They are super reliable, communicate well, and are super attentive to all needs. susana bonilla

Our Local 3005 event was truly a success, thanks to the exceptional service we received from start to finish. From the delicious food and beautifully presented appetizers to the professional and attentive guest service representatives and bartenders, every aspect exceeded our expectations. A special thank you to Tom Tavalaro, whose dedication and attention to detail ensured that every element of the event ran smoothly. He went above and beyond to make sure each guest’s needs were met and that even the smallest touches were thoughtfully handled. His commitment played a huge role in making the event feel seamless and memorable. We are incredibly grateful! DC37 Local 3005

I used T&L catering for multiple events at my home. This time, we had them service my event at the James Ward Mansion. The food was delicious and the staff were amazing! They were very accommodating and my guests felt well taken care of it. Tom and his team are also extremely attentive and easy to get a hold of throughout the planning process. A big thank you to T&L catering!! Mercedes Padilla-Register

T&L Catering was professional, timely, and the best part the food is delicious! Thank you Tom for delivering a food experience to my event! Looking forward to many more events for my clients. Sincerely Rachel Unveiled Visions LLC Rachel Sandra Lima

T&L catered our wedding and we could not have asked for a better crew. Our guests raved about the food, which was incredible and so plentiful. A massive shout out to Jaci who ran the whole show like clockwork, took such great care of us and was just a joy to work with. We will be using these guys again without a doubt Darren Watson

We used T&L for our baby shower this weekend. We ordered the hot and cold buffet for 50 people with delivery and setup. The delivery was on time and took about 30 minutes to set up. We didn't start eating until almost an hour later and the food was nice and hot! It was also absolutely delicious and our guests all raved about it. There was so much food that people got to take leftovers home, which was great. Overall, we absolutely loved our experience and highly recommend T&L if you're looking for a caterer! Leyla Shakirzyanova

I have been using them for 20+ years. Have never been disappointed. I always forget to take photos. Used them for my husband's 60th birthday. Everyone raved about the spread and the quality, variety and flavor of the food. Thank you. Aida Colon-Liptak

Once again T&L delivered an amazing experience with THE BEST staff onsite and offsite. Planning with Pam and Tom the weeks leading up to our daughter's sweet 16 was a breeze and our party staff took care of every single detail that night. Food is always delicious and fresh. We love T&L and will definitely be planning our next party with them again! Dominick Rotondo

Great catering service from start to finish. Note that if your event is at James Ward you must use T&L Catering. Do not let that restriction keep you from booking with them. We enjoyed our contact with the owner Tom, head chef Leo, and assistant Pamela. Options were presented clearly. We had many questions along the way and T&L answered all of them promptly and courteously. Whenever they did not know something they told us who to go to. We were given sufficient time during the tasting process. Our guests really liked the food, especially the appetizers, steak, and pasta. They accommodated our cocktail creations; we provided the alcohol and other drink ingredients and recipes and they made them which guests also enjoyed. They helped us decide the exact table setting and it all came out looking great. Ray

We had a beautiful time. The service was great!! The food was really quiet delicious and the entire staff was delightful. Thank you elizabeth conde

We recently got married this month and T&L Catering was incredible! From the moment we stepped into the hall in Linden, NJ, we met Jaci who walked us through what hosting a reception in their space would look like. Jaci was patient, so kind, and extremely accommodating. Pam was also so helpful with helping us stay organized and gathering our menu details and headcount. Although our wedding was two weeks ago, our family and friends cannot stop raving about the food at the hall and the vibes from the staff who were stellar. Don’t hesitate to hire T&L Catering for your next event! Kewe

The hall was cleaned and organized. Absolutely enjoyed the food. Staff was very professional from day one in handling logistics and on the day of the event. 10/10 highly recommend Tavita Deonarain

Good food makes a good wedding! Tom worked with me and made me feel taken care of from the start. The food was delicious. We especially loved the beef wellington app and the filet of sole. People also raved about the sesame chicken and Asian station. We ate the leftover catering for 2 days! Thank you Tom. Ci Ara

We used T&L Catering for my sons backyard graduation party. The food was amazing. From the planning, selecting the food to the delivery and setup was stress free. I would definitely use their services again! Celeste Schiermeyer

We had our wedding at the beautiful James Ward Mansion, and T&L Catering was terrific to work with from start to finish. The food tasting was great – making it hard to choose between all of the many delicious options! The food on our wedding day was fantastic, everything from vegetable spring rolls to bacon-wrapped scallops to Asian style beef! However, the real star of the show was our matri’d Jaci. She made sure everything went off without a hitch and truly went out of her way for all of us, making each of us (not just the bride and groom) feel special and important. She even helped bustle my gown! We feel so lucky to have had T&L Catering, especially Jaci, as part of our day. Marisa Pollack

Dear Lisa & T&L Catering Team, We just wanted to take a moment to express our sincere appreciation for the fantastic service at our event. The staff was exceptional, and the venue was perfect—everything exceeded our expectations! Thank you for your professionalism and attention to detail. We truly appreciate all your efforts in making our event a success. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you again next year! Best regards, Angela -Centimark Corp, South Plainfield, NJ Angela McNair

T&L offered great menu selections and high quality food. What really impressed me was the competency and kindness shown by T&L catering staff during my event. They kept me feeling supported all day and helped execute the event exactly to my plans. Cari

as a wedding planner and day of coordinator my go to catering company is t & l. the staff , service and food is above and beyond Knot Just Wedding's Event and Wedding Planning

We were absolutely blown away by this team! Everything ran so smoothly, and the food was incredible. Our family and friends are still talking about how delicious everything was. Stephanie went above and beyond, checking on us throughout the day and making sure we ate, which we really appreciated. The bartenders were amazing and helped make the night such a fun celebration. We could not have been happier with how everything turned out and highly recommend them to anyone planning a wedding or event! Echo Sutterfield

What an amazing team! My wedding was on a Monday, and I truly wasn’t expecting such outstanding service from start to finish. Jaci was incredibly attentive, organized, and a pleasure to work with. The food was absolutely delicious—our guests couldn’t stop talking about it. Thank you, Leo! The entire staff was kind, professional, and very attentive throughout the event. The whole process was smooth, with great communication every step of the way. Anytime we had questions, they were always helpful and supportive. Highly recommend T&L Catering! Hanami

We used T & L catering for my son’s high school graduation party. The food was absolutely delicious!!!! My son is a picky eater and enjoyed every dish. It arrived on time and set up was completed prior to the start of the party as promised. Tom, Linda and staff are wonderful and provided great customer service. Will recommend and use them again in the near future. Opal L

T&L catering offered a nice menu selection at a reasonable rate. The food was great, but what really impressed me was the competence and kindness of the staff during the event. They helped me execute exactly to my plan and were considerate and accommodating the whole day. Cari August

T&L catered my wedding this past weekend and everything was seamless. Jackie the maitre’d was phenomenal to work with and is incredibly organized. The food was amazing, their bartenders were great, and planning our wedding with T&L was super easy. Their staff Tom and Linda are super responsive and let us make custom requests at no additional charge. Thank you T&L for everything!!!!! Alyssa Gurkas

Where do we even start? Tom and crew made sure our wedding was special from start to finish. From our tasting to our wedding day, service definitely exceeded our expectations. We are foodies and weren’t sure a buffet dinner would be the right fit for us, but our guests agreed the food was top-notch! The day-of crew was also phenomenal and Georganne our maitre’d made sure we were well fed all night-such a sweetheart! Would recommend T&L to all! Kyler Coutts

T&L Catering is amazing! Our wedding guests absolutely loved the food, including the mason jar salads! A special shout out to our MD, Jaci. She’s an absolute firecracker who made every request come true and our vision for set up seamless. The staff was so attentive to us all night, and we truly had no worries from beginning to end. They were so helpful with breaking down too, as we DIYd most of our wedding decor. We had our wedding at The James Ward Mansion, which T&L Catering works with quite often, so it was really nice to be working with people who knew the ins-and-outs of everything. The planning process was a breeze, as Tom and Pam answer every question we had. We highly recommend T&L Catering!! Brendan and Eunice

I could not be happier with how our celebration turned out. T&L Catering was flawless from beginning to end. Stephanie was communicative and helpful throughout the entire planning process, and everything ran seamlessly during the party. Stacey was a fantastic bartender who kept things moving, and Maurice and Rob were both an absolute pleasure to work with. All of the food Rob put out was not only delicious but also beautifully plated. The setup was equally special, with detailed décor that truly elevated the event. All of our guests raved about the food and the service. We will definitely be using your catering services again. Thank you for helping make the celebration so special! Melinda Harz

We had our wedding at the beautiful James Ward Mansion, and T&L Catering was terrific to work with from start to finish. The food tasting was great – making it hard to choose between all of the many delicious options! The food on our wedding day was fantastic, everything from vegetable spring rolls to bacon-wrapped scallops to Asian style beef! However, the real star of the show was our matri’d Jaci. She made sure everything went off without a hitch and truly went out of her way for all of us, making each of us (not just the bride and groom) feel special and important. She even helped bustle my gown! We feel so lucky to have had T&L Catering, especially Jaci, as part of our day. Marisa Pollack

We couldn’t have asked for a better catering experience for our wedding! From start to finish, T&L was professional, attentive, and truly went above and beyond to make our special day perfect. The food was absolutely incredible — beautifully presented, fresh, and every dish bursting with flavor. Our guests are still raving about how delicious everything was! Beyond the food, the team was friendly, organized, and seamless in their service. They made everything feel effortless, and we never had to worry about a thing. It was such a relief to know we were in such capable hands. We are so grateful to T&L for helping make our wedding day unforgettable. We would recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for exceptional catering and service. Katie Solosky

T&L Catering is an outstanding catering company to work with and made our wedding day incredible. We worked directly with both Tom and Pam throughout the planning process for our wedding, and they could not have been more helpful and accommodating when it came to making our day amazing. The amount of food/dining options they offer for a wedding reception is immense, and there are no wrong choices when it comes to your decision. Our guests raved about the selection and quality of the food — from cocktail hour to dinner to dessert, everything was outstanding. Everyone says that it’s so hard for the bride and groom to eat at their wedding reception, but our maitre d’ Georgeanne made sure that wasn’t the case, making sure that even though we were constantly running around talking to our guests, there was food ready for us and on our table at all times, she was absolutely tremendous. Overall, we can’t recommend T&L enough — their level of service from the planning process through the day of our event was unmatched, and the food was spectacular, they’re the best! Michael Yard

T&L catered our 2 day conference for 60+ employees. The food was delivered on time and was fantastic and plentiful. Enough to feed some of the venue staff after our lunch was over and unopened trays to take home as well. I’ll use them again. Very happy with our choices. K Mac

A friend recommended T&L Catering, this friend has been using them for all her family events and had all great things to say about them. I decided to do a bit of digging since I needed a catering company to use for one of our biggest school fundraisers. After contacting several catering companies, T&L Catering was great from beginning till end. It was a breakfast full of am delights, all breakfast was amazing. Not only would we use them for our school events/fundraisers again but I personally would use them for my family and friends events. Highly recommend, very professional, on time for food delivery and communication with Tom was always on point. Thank you so much T&L Catering. Jelexsa DeJesus

A business doesn’t have 4.9 stars on Google for no reason! My event has yet to happen but so far I’ve felt valued as a customer and I’m so excited and grateful to have these people catering for me. There’s been nothing but care and interest in the details of my day. They went above and beyond to secure my business and keep it. They’ve been very flexible and professional and experts in their field. I’ll be back to update with photos! Tiffany Mac

T&L caterers our wedding on 9/12/25 and they simply did not disappoint. I am a former caterer who had a guest list with a former and very picky chef, and another caterer who loved the food. The Station menu by far is the best option! Come on no one will give you as much for cocktail hr as T&L. Super professional and they know the business which for me was everything. Thank you Tom, Leo, Jackie, Pam, and Linda so very much! I would choose you again and again for any event. The Garcias Lorena

What a fantastic experience we had with T&L! We had them cater our small wedding reception. We chose their “stations” option. We loved everything they served, and our guests raved about the food. Even better, the staff that was on site for the event were amazing. They took care of everything, and they were super friendly and present throughout the event. They truly made our event special, and they made it so easy on us. There is not a thing about the night we would change, and we wholeheartedly recommend T&L!!! Jon Dario

T&L Catering surpassed our expectations for our wedding! The food was incredible. We chose the 4 station option and would highly recommend. Our guests loved the variety and kept coming up to us complimenting the food. And the staff! They really enhanced our experience! Tom was so helpful with planning and coordinating all details up to the day of the event. Our maitre d, Stephanie, really put us at ease during our wedding. She was there for us during the ceremony and throughout the evening. Would highly recommend for any catering event! melissa remmert

I have hosted 3 events at the Riverview Banquet center in Berkely Heights NJ the venue is great, the staff was always professional, and helpful. The food is great on each occasion I choose different dishes from their extensive menus. I would choose them again for my events Claire Rodgers

T&L were absolutely fantastic to work with. The food was amazing (we're still hearing about it weeks later from guests), and they even made sure my husband and I got a plate to try everything. They were so flexible, responsive, and kind to work with. Kat Figurelli

We had my Mom 80th Birthday Party at the Grand in Linden. The staff was amazing from start to finish. The food was awesome we had enough for everyone and enough to have an after party. I will recommend T & L Catering for future catering and parties . Thanks T & L Catering Job well done Debra Small

Great experience with T&L. Catered food arrived right in time and piping hot. Set up was seamless, delivery man was great! Perfect! Susan Pignata

T&L did an amazing job catering our wedding, that our guests are still bringing up the food! Not only did all of the food look and taste great, we were well taken care of by the Maître D' Stephanie. From making sure our wedding party had some snacks before the ceremony, to keeping our food plates and drinks full the whole night, she really exceeded expectations! Samantha

Reliable, consistent, great quality culinary products and services. Keep up the good work T&L Sandra B.

Highly recommend this vendor. They beautifully executed our event at the James Ward Mansion. Everything from their catering staff's etiquette, support, and food was truly top notch. Starting from their office staff and management, Tom Tavalaro and Pam Tavalaro are a superb team to work with. Extremely responsive, easy to work with, organized, and know all the right questions to ask and ways to accommodate the couples they work with. For the day of the event: Jaci was such an amazing Maitre-d that stood by us throughout the night. She quickly integrated in with our other vendors and worked really well with our entertainment group, our DJ and Emcee, and even our families to help coordinate our activities throughout the evening. The staff team throughout the evening were all so helpful and seemed genuinely eager to make it a great night for us. Their head chef at the event did an amazing job and we are not exaggerating when we share that we received extensive glowing reviews on the food from all the guests at our wedding. This was one vendor we partnered with which we highly recommend and are extremely pleased to have made part of our special day. Not only do they deliver as promised, but they are also great, genuine and comforting people to work with. Mohanad K

There was an open house at the venue we eventually chose for our wedding. While there we met Leo of T&L Catering. While talking to him about some of our ideas, his excitement matched ours. We knew we wanted to go with T&L. For a year I was in contact with Tom as he helped us craft our Menu and answer all our questions. As the wedding approached I talked to Pam who was very accommodating when it came to finalizing payment and details. They were so helpful, when I told them 48 hours prior about guests changing menu options or being unavailable, I was simply told all guests will be accommodated. But the cherry on top of working with T&L was our maitre d', Jaci. This woman is an absolute queen. She walked in and assisted us with final decor set up so we could focus more on getting ready. She would update us with photos and ask any questions to help capture our vision. She also helped to keep us on a schedule without being pushy and, most importantly, she made SURE we were able to have time to enjoy the entrees at our own wedding (which I've heard is a rare occurrence). From day 1, T&L knew what we wanted with our wedding and made sure to make it happen. They were integral in helping us to have a perfect wedding day and I can't sing their praises enough. Thank you!! Victor

Fab Decors LLC had the opportunity to decorate at Knight of Columbus in Kenilworth for a 65th Birthday/Retirement party. Leo was the supervisor that night. Leo and his staff were absolutely amazing and very accommodating for our event. Leo helped us stay on track with time and satisfied every one of our request. I would definitely book this venue again to work with Leo. Thank You to Tom and Pam for accommodations with booking venue! The Guest of Honor and guest were very pleased with outcome of event! Fabiola Homere

What a fantastic experience we had with T&L! We had them cater our small wedding reception. We chose their “stations” option. We loved everything they served, and our guests raved about the food. Even better, the staff that was on site for the event were amazing. They took care of everything, and they were super friendly and present throughout the event. They truly made our event special, and they made it so easy on us. There is not a thing about the night we would change, and we wholeheartedly recommend T&L!!! Jon Dario

Fantastic good quality food, at reasonable costs. Staff was super easy to deal it and made the process of ordering catering painless. Will deff use them again. Alexis Doherty

Wow where do I start. First Tom the owner is a wonderful guy very accommodating and easy to work along with his daughter Pam and the rest of the team made sure our Wedding day was perfect from the tent, to the food, and the clean up.Brittany our maitre d and her team helped our vision come to life. They really took great care of us and our guests. Five stars is an understatement! I'm giving 10 stars to everyone. Thank you Aaron and Lesley Aaron Mcleod

We used them for my daughter’s bridal shower. We did the afternoon tea menu. It was excellent. The food was delicious and plentiful. We all loved the desserts. The delivery man Mike was so nice. I would definitely highly recommend them Jayme Fenton