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Best Impressions, Inc. is a Charlotte, NC catering firm founded in 1989. It operates as three distinct catering divisions: Best Impressions Caterers, Byron’s South End and The Grill & Picnic Company. Housed in a state-of-the art 11,000 sq. ft. facility, the production kitchen and offices within The Design Center of the Carolinas routinely handle several hundred events or more per month. Best Impressions Caterers provides culinary services for a wide range of discerning corporate, philanthropic and social clients. The Grill & Picnic Company is designed to handle large-scale company picnics, back yard gatherings and social events on a more casual basis. Byron’s South End and The Design Center Atrium serve as host venues for corporate business functions, wedding and social gatherings and philanthropic galas. In addition to being listed as a preferred caterer on many of the cities premier events venues, Best Impressions is also the exclusive food, beverage and equipment provider for Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens. To visit their website, click here.

Dave Byron, President of Best Impressions Caterers, has assembled an impressive team of leadership that is well-respected in the catering field. Director of Client Services, Justin King is an industry veteran who oversees a team of sales and event coordinators that collaborate with clients on executing the menu and logistics of each event. The Best Impressions Caterers kitchen staff is managed under the direction of Executive Chef James Fox of The Culinary Institute of America and Andrew Donner, Chef de Cuisine who studied his craft at Johnson & Wales. This group is supported by a number of well-trained, experienced banquet managers and operations managers who lead service captains and service staff that are the integral part of all successful events.

The events team at Best Impressions has become known and trusted as the area's premier upscale special events caterer. Years of experience handling large-scale events with the care and precision of a fine dining restaurant provides a culinary experience second to none.

Best Impressions Caterers' dedication to detail and impeccable service garner rave reviews with their clients. Mr. Byron comments, “The rewards of this business are many, but more than anything I believe the most rewarding thing is to experience the excitement of people enjoying an event that we produced and that all our hard work and dedication is appreciated. As always, we are committed to providing fresh and innovative cuisine, beautiful presentations and impeccable service.”

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Frequently asked questions

What catering services do you provide?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Stations

What types of cuisine do you cater?

African
American
Asian
Caribbean
French
German
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Champagne Toast

Reviews of Best Impressions Caterers

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Best Impressions received consistent praise for seamless planning, professional and attentive staff, and outstanding food that guests raved about. They accommodated dietary needs, customized menu items and cocktails, and matched tasting quality on the wedding day. Highly recommended for weddings.

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Best Impressions received consistent praise for seamless planning, professional and attentive staff, and outstanding food that guests raved about. They accommodated dietary needs, customized menu items and cocktails, and matched tasting quality on the wedding day. Highly recommended for weddings.

Carla
Carla Sent on 05/29/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Our Guests Are Still Talking About the Food

We could not have been happier with our catering experience. The planning process was seamless, the team was incredibly professional, and the service on the wedding day was exceptional.

The food was outstanding from start to finish. We've received countless compliments from guests telling us it was some of the best wedding food they have ever had. From the hors d'oeuvres and dinner to the desserts, drinks, and late-night snacks, everything was absolutely delicious.

Beyond the food itself, the staff was attentive, organized, and made sure we were able to fully enjoy our day. We would highly recommend them to any couple planning a wedding!
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Ashley Sent on 05/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Everything was amazing

We hired Best Impressions for our April 2026 wedding and it was amazing! Working with them was easy, and they were extremely accommodating and helpful throughout the entire process. We worked most closely with Micaela, and she was extremely detail oriented! We received SO many compliments on the food at our wedding, and we can say from our experience that the food was amazing! They were even willing to create an item off menu for us. We would recommend them to anyone requiring any catering in the Charlotte area, and we really hope we get to have more of their shrimp cocktail shooters soon!
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 05/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning Venue, Exceptional Food, and Top-Tier Service

The VanLandingham Estate provided a beautiful and intimate setting that felt both elegant and welcoming—the perfect backdrop for our day. Best Impressions Caterers complemented the venue with high-quality food and attentive service throughout the entire event. Our guests consistently commented on how much they enjoyed the meal, and the presentation and timing of service felt perfectly coordinated.

A huge part of that seamless experience was Nikki, who was incredibly helpful throughout the planning process. Her guidance and attention to detail ensured that every transition flowed smoothly behind the scenes. The combination of a stunning venue, exceptional catering, and a dedicated team made for a flawless overall experience.
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Mary M. Sent on 07/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Great Choice

Connor was a wonderful account executive. From booking, to the night of the wedding, he was there. Fabulous food at an affordable price and many options available. Five stars
Brian
Brian Sent on 11/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Food, Great Caterer

We worked with Best Impressions and Crystal for our wedding catering needs. Crystal was extremely easy to work with, helped us throughout the whole process and was very responsive and had our best interests in mind. All of our guests raved about the food and they made sure all dietary restrictions were accommodated. Would highly recommend Best Impressions for any catering needs!
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Emily Sent on 10/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Delicious food & professional team!

Best Impressions is a go-to caterer for a reason. Its team is so kind, communicative and professional. Our wedding guests were so complimentary of the food, and we couldn’t be happier with our choice!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 12/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing

My husband and I got married a the Barrel Room at Triple C brewing. They partner with best impressions catering. Lindsay was amazing to work with. She was so responsive and the process of wedding planning was so easy and streamlined when it came to the food, beverage and staff. Lindsay was always one step ahead and her staff really knocked it out of the park. Also the food at the tasting was amazing and it tasted the exact same the day of the wedding. All of our guest said the food was the best food they’ve had at a wedding! Also the signature drinks were amazing their team really elevated our cocktails and made our day so special and unique to us!
Lynn
Lynn Sent on 01/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

So Thankful for Best Impressions!

We got married during a rare (and panic-inducing) snow/ice storm in January. The Best Impressions team did not miss a beat, though! If any of the catering staff wasn’t able to make it because of the weather, or if there were any other hiccups throughout the day, we never knew it. We are so grateful to the entire Best Impressions crew for making our day unforgettable and delicious!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 09/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The food was amazing

Honestly, just as good as the food, maybe better, was Best Impressions service. When you’re the bride and groom you want to feel special but Best Impressions made us feel like royalty! I didn’t even get to see what our bar looked like because they got me every refill. If Chick-fil-A had a wedding service it would be Best Impressions.

All of our guests raved about the food! We kept it simple with chicken and salmon but they more than delivered on quality, flavor, and freshness. The entire process of working with them was amazing. We get excited when we hear they are the caterer for other events and weddings because we know to expect amazing food!
Chelsea
Chelsea Sent on 09/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly delicious food & wonderful experience!

One of the most important things to us about our wedding day was providing incredible food for our guests. Best Impressions absolutely NAILED IT! We wish we could eat our wedding menu every day. All of our guests have commented on how great the food was – actually that it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had.

Adam was a pleasure to work with and helped guide us with the menu selection, portions and drinks. We had a taco station, a stir fry station, a lighter fare station and passed hors d’oeuvres. Everything was delicious!

The servers, bartenders and chef attendants were all incredibly sweet and attentive on the day of and took great care of us and our guests.

They’ve worked with most wedding venues in the Charlotte area and venues love working with them, as we learned. Adam also gave us guidance on how to build a great menu (also keeping in mind for various food allergies, intolerances and preferences), and how to make the station setup, table settings and flow work to provide the atmosphere we were looking for.

Best Impressions is by far the best caterer in the Charlotte area and we’d highly recommend working with them if food is important to you on your wedding day. Look no further, they are amazing!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Split Second Sound Split Second Sound Wedding DJs

I believe we work with Best Impressions, it seems, every week, probably 3 to 4 events every weekend. It's awesome. The chemistry between their staff is so smooth, the service, the display of the food, all of it is always on point. It is a pleasure to work with a company that allows other vendors involved to work so easily with them to make a perfect event. As a vendor, we really enjoy when we have permission to eat at their events as the food is always great. They strive for perfection and I truly believe they hit it every time. We highly recommend them!

Soulshine Soirée Charlotte Soulshine Soirée Charlotte Wedding Planners

Best Impressions stands out above other caterers! They are reliable, professional, creative in their presentation - and the food is delicious. I know when I am working with Best Impressions that I never have to worry about problems with the caterer. Their staff - from the first person you meet in the office to the servers at the event are an absolute joy to work with! You can't go wrong with Best Impressions!

ShutterBooth Charlotte ShutterBooth Charlotte Photo Booths

Heidi, Ashley, Justin, Adam & everyone at Best Impressions always goes above and beyond for each and every client. We're always proud to work along side them and know the guests are going to be raving about the food and the photo booth!

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Best Impressions Caterers frequently asked questions

Best Impressions Caterers offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Buffet
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Stations
At Best Impressions Caterers, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Best Impressions Caterers, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Best Impressions Caterers provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Champagne Toast
Best Impressions Caterers is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in flexibility, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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