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Main Event Caterers
Creating Delicious
    (83 Reviews)
3870 S Four Mile Run Drive
Arlington, VA 22206 (map)
Catering services: Buffet, Cocktail Reception, Family Style, French...
Bar services: Cash Bar, Limited Bar, Open Bar
Alcohol services: Champagne Toast, House Beer, House Wine, Premium...
Maximum capacity: 2500
 
 
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Nicole
Wedding:
12/10/2011
8 Reviews
5.0
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Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
Wow! I don't even know where to begin. I always have low expectations for wedding food but Main Event blew me away! Our event designer and main contact for our wedding reception, Spencer, was fantastic to work with. He was always energetic and genuinely excited about making our event the best it could be. He was attentive and easy to work with. The food was out of this world! Many, many quests commented at the wedding that the food was fantastic and five days later, they are still talking about it! The service was fantastic and the wait staff seemed like they truly cared about making our event special. We could not have asked for a better caterer!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Thank you so much for leaving us such an amazing review! We are thrilled to hear you were blown away by your experience with us. Spencer is amazing at what he does, and we're so glad you enjoyed working with him. We love hearing the feedback from the guests, thank you for sharing!! Congrats on your recent wedding, and we hope to work with you again in the future!
 
Matt & Jessie
Wedding:
10/15/2011
7 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
The Main Event staff was fantastic and the food was absolutely delicious. Spencer and Meg went above and beyond to accommodate our every need right up until the wedding itself.
They did a great job making our simple looking hall into a beautiful venue and their waitstaff was friendly and thorough.
We did a buffet, which was a great value for all the different options we were able to offer out guests.
I would highly recommend Main Events!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Thank you so much for your stellar review! We're thrilled your were happy with the results. A buffet is a great option for those who want to offer a bit of everything at their event, and we're glad your guests enjoyed it. We hope to work with you again soon, and congratulations!
 
Ann Margaret
Wedding:
10/09/2011
1 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
Spencer of Main Event Caterers was amazing! He was easy to work with and very responsive to our emails/phone calls. The food was phenomenal and we received so many compliments on how tasty the foods were, especially the appetizers. We didn't have a day of coordinator, but Spencer was awesome in helping us out and took care of everything at the reception. Would highly recommend Main Event Caterers to anyone!!! They even ended the night with chocolate truffles for everyone! Such a nice touch :)
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We appreciate you taking the time to give us feedback, and are so happy you were pleased with your experience!
 
saratracy
Wedding:
10/01/2011
6 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
We worked with Andrea from Main Event Caterers and could not have been more pleased! To this day, months after our wedding, our friends and families continue to rave about the food at our wedding. Andrea and her team listened to our ideas for the wedding and brought us great suggestions to design a wonderful meal. They were open to anything and even worked with us to pair each course with craft beer - from selecting the details of each course to ensuring we had the right service plan to execute on our vision - Andrea led a great team which led to a simply delicious and one of a kind meal. Even when our wedding day turned out to be cold and rainy, the team gave us our option B with no hiccups and delivered each course hot and steamy - quite an accomplishment with the storm that they had to walk through to the tented reception. Andrea was well organized, always available, supportive and very detail-oriented. We would highly recommend Andrea and the entire Main Event Caterers team!
 
Jamie
Wedding:
10/01/2011
5 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
We worked with Daniela from Main Event. She was wonderful to work with, and she really worked with us on pricing so that we were able to get what we wanted. The food was spectacular, best wedding food I've ever had! They also were able to tweak a few menu items and when I requested Italian Wedding Soup, were able to create that as well. The vegetarian option was also great! Would 100% recommend Main Event!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Thank you so much for your kind words, Jamie! Our event designers are able to customize a menu for your exact tastes and budget, and we're so glad to hear you loved it! Thanks again.
 
mtizzle
Wedding:
09/24/2011
3 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
Alll I can say is AMAZING! We looked at other caterers and knew as soon as we sat down with Andrea that she would make out wedding exactly what we wanted. She was friendly, outgoing and awlays and email or phone call away! They provide outstanding, really outstanding food, not always the case at a wedding! I have to also mention Korey (our wedding day supervisor), every bride should request him! He talked to my husband and I the entire time, not in the way of course, just to make sure things were going the way we wanted! He was attentive and really a true professional! If you live in the NOVA area you should check out Main Events! Thank you for making our wedding day a little more wonderful!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Wow, thank you! We're so happy to read your glowing review and recommendation. Andrea and Korey are immensely talented at what they do and we are so proud to have them as a part of the team. Congratulations on your recent wedding and thank you for letting us be a part of it, we wish you all the best!
 
Mast
Wedding:
09/24/2011
1 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
I want to thank everyone at Main Events for the wonderful job they did at my daughter's wedding. The entire event was outside so the set up was tricky, with numerous last minute changes. Korey, the wedding day supervisor, was superb - he was flexible and handled everything beautifully in a calm efficient and professional manner. Once he got started I knew I could relax and just enjoy the whole experience. Everything looked beautiful, the food was outstanding and the servers and bar tenders were attentive and very pleasant. Everyone had a wonderful time. The clean up was also immaculate. I would highly recommend Main Events.
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Thank you so much for your amazing review and recommendation, we always appreciate hearing about our clients' experiences. We take pride in handling every minute detail so you can sit back and enjoy such a special day. We have such valuable employees and are thrilled to hear you recognize them. Thank you again, and congratulations on your daughter's recent wedding!
 
ClaireTherese
Wedding:
09/17/2011
3 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
If I could give them 6 stars, I would! Main Event is the best catering you could ask for--the food is top notch and creative without being offputting, our event designer, Spencer, was organized and responsive, and the service at our wedding was perfect. I never once had to worry about timing, presentation, or anything at all. The biggest hits, food-wise, were the mashed potatoes with brie and the mini pot pies--get them!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Hi Claire, thank you so much for your glowing review! When the word "perfect" is used in our reviews it makes our day! We'll talk to Wedding Wire about implementing a 6-star option ;)

Congratulations on your recent wedding - we hope to have the opportunity to work with you again!
 
NATALIE and DAVID
Wedding:
Recently Married
6 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
We just wanted to thank Spencer and the catering crew who were at our wedding for the super job they did!!! Thank you so much for making our experience painless and easy and most of all for making our special day so wonderful! We got lots of compliments on the food:)

Natalie & David
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Hi Natalie & David, we appreciate your great review! Spencer is a pro and your special day is no time to be stressed, that's why our team takes pride in taking care of the nitty-gritty, while keeping you in the loop so you stay updated. We're so glad you enjoyed working with Spencer, and that your gusts enjoyed the food. Hope to work with your both again in the future, and congrats!
 
J
Wedding:
Recently Married
6 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
Main Event Catering, led by Rachael, made my daughter’s wedding a truly memorable event. Before the event, Rachael was available to meet with us whenever we needed her to walk us through the catering selection process. The tasting at Main Event which was outstanding was a major factor along with Main Events reputation in deciding to use Main Event. On the day of the wedding, Rachael transformed the venue with its beautiful view from a basic room into a gorgeous setting. It was perfect for my daughter’s wedding. Everyone raved about the excellent food and it was so exceptional that two of my guests have contacted Main Event about catering their weddings. Rachael greeted the wedding couple at the venue with appetizers and prosecco, my daughter’s favorite, and sent them off at the end of the evening with a packed feast for afterward. Cleanup at the end of the evening went smoothly with all the decorations packed up and ready to go in a matter of minutes. It gives you a new appreciation for the industry after being responsible for the success of such an event.
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Congratulations on your daughter's wedding, and thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience with us! We are so thrilled that Rachael was able to make your daughter's special day that much more memorable. We believe tastings are a key factor in getting to know us and our food, and also to help you during your initial planning process. Again, thank you so much for your feedback and we're happy your daughter and her guests were so pleased!
 
Celeste
Wedding:
09/10/2011
1 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
Andrea Falletti of Main Event was our contact for our daughter's recent wedding. She was exceptional. She understood our vision, came up with wonderfully creative menus and ideas to see it through, and assembled the most professional and delightful staff we have ever seen. The food was truly exquisite and our wedding guests, all very seasoned wedding attendees, said they have never in all their lives eaten such delicious food at a wedding. For sentimental reasons, we also wanted to do something unusual for a wedding cake and Main Event's pastry chef truly outdid herself. All staff members were totally professional and received many compliments from our guests. This was not a small wedding and many of the guests attend a large number of catered functions. Thanks to the wonderful work and attention from Andrea Falletti, this was one of the finest events I think we'll ever see. I cannot recommend Andrea Falletti and Main Event any higher. This company and Andrea Falletti are heads above everyone else. I could tell from the moment I met Andrea and how she responded to every request that I would be able to fully enjoy my daughter's wedding and worry about nothing. She is as close to perfect as it's possible to be.
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Hi Celeste, thank you so very much for your thoughtful review. We're thrilled to hear about your experience with us. Andrea is so talented at what she does, and we love to hear you were able to sit back and enjoy your daughter's wedding (as you should!) - we pride ourselves on fulfilling distinct needs and creating your vision. Thank you again, and congratulations on your daughter's recent wedding!
 
AlanKelly2011
Wedding:
09/10/2011
3 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
We worked with Taylor Locroft at Main Event Caterers and I seriously thank her for our wedding looking as spectacular as it did. From our first conversations when we were just trying to get a quote she was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. We were planning our DC wedding at the DAR from Houston and were only there to meet with her but she did an amazing job communicating with myself and my parents via email and phone to make sure that when we did meet we were able to cover everything that needed to be covered. She helped me pick my linens, chairs, reception layout and I can't even begin to tell you how many people told us it was the most beautiful wedding they had ever been to. The food and wait staff was magnificant. They served an entire table at the same time. Main Event also made my cake. I gave them a picture of what I sort of wanted it to look like and it turned out more beautiful than I ever could have imagined...it was perfect!
From the moment we walked in to the reception everything was seamless. We did not hire a wedding planner and I am so glad we didn't waste the money on one because Taylor was all we needed.
Thank you, Taylor, for making our reception more perfect than we could have every imagined!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
What an amazing review, thank you so much for taking the time to give such wonderful feedback. Our Event Designers are true professionals, through and through, and take care of every imaginable detail. The guests' wonderful feedback is just icing on the cake! Thank you again and we hope to have the opportunity to work with you again in the future!
 
Anne
Wedding:
09/02/2011
1 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
Spencer, I want to thank you for helping make my daughter's wedding so wonderful. You all did an amazing job - everything was just as we envisioned...and in some cases, even better. The food was delicious and almost every guest commented on how beautifully it was presented. Your suggestions on floor plans and layouts were perfect. We also were impressed with and appreciated the professionalism of the wait staff. Everything flowed smoothly and seamlessly. In short, once at the reception, I never worried about a detail for even a second, because it was clear your team had everything under complete control. You were a delight to work with on the planning and I hope we'll have a chance to do another event in the future.

I will recommend you without reservation to anyone!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Anne, your review is like music to our ears! We are thrilled that you felt comfortable sitting back and relaxing (as you should!), while our team took care of the details. Our team is composed of true professionals, from the Event Designers to the Waitstaff, everyone plays an integral part. We pride ourselves on doing everything and anything in our power to accomplish your vision, and we can't wait to plan your next event!
 
Suze
Wedding:
08/27/2011
5 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
Spencer and Main Event were excellent to work with. We wanted to incorporate ethnic dishes into our dinner plan, and Spencer was excellent at understanding our thoughts and implementing this touch into our wedding in an elegant way. Also, we had several individuals with allergies and special needs diets and Spencer was receptive and excellent in his attention to these details. Our guests commented on how well the wait staff were prepared for these special diets and how seamless the service was. Spencer was very organized and fun to work with. The food was delicious as well. We had several last minute cancellations because of bad weather and Spencer was able to prepare take home meals for us. People loved the food so much, the left-overs were consumed at the after-party! Thank you Spencer and Main Event!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Hi Suze, we're so happy to hear about your experience with us! Spencer is amazing at what he does, and our team is known for an impeccable attention to detail. With raw and vegan options, we can easily adapt to persons with special diet needs and food allergies. Thank you for letting us be a part of your special day!
 
Mrs.
Wedding:
07/16/2011
1 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
OUTSTANDING. My daughter wedding was July 16, 2011. The service they provided I cannot find enough words to describe such AWESOME service. Exceeded every expectation. The staff was professional, friendly, kind, caring. Our guest are raving about the service and attention they received. The food was unbelievable. I plan to use them for another event. Rachael Slockett was great to work with. She was extremely flexible and ensured our needs were met to our satisfaction. Her team was the best. We actually landed this company at the last minute and it was the best last minute decision I ever made. I highly recommend this company.
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Wow! Thanks for such a rave review. We are happy to hear that not only you, but the guests at your daughter's wedding were so happy. It's amazing how quickly the event planning and catering can affect the overall day or night. We're thrilled to have been a part of it. Can't wait to help you plan your next event!!
 
shelleyred
Wedding:
07/16/2011
3 Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0
Quality of Service:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Responsiveness:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Professionalism:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Value:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Flexibility:5.0 out of 5.0(5.0/5.0)
Services Used:
Catering
 
Taylor Locraft with Main Event Caterers did an amazing job with my daughter's wedding in July. All of her ideas were so creative and exactly what we were looking for to make the wedding memorable. The food was delicious, the staff was so professional in serving our guests, and the cake was spectacular! Taylor saw it through from our beginning planning stages to every detail at the Sunset Room... We highly recommend Main Event and Taylor-- you will not be disappointed!
Main Event Caterers responded with the following comments:
Taylor is fabulous, we agree! She thoroughly enjoys her job and it shows. Thanks for sharing your feedback; as we are always quick to commend our team members that work directly with those leaving us a review. On behalf of Taylor and the team that assisted her, we thank you! Hoping we can work together again soon.
 
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