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Catering Reserved is a full services catering company based in Springfield, Virginia, dedicated to outstanding, personalized service and the highest quality culinary creations. Nearly all of the food we serve is homemade by our in-house professional chef and her team.
Services Offered
The team of creative experts at Catering Reserved assists couples in creating the perfect culinary experience, making sure to collaborate with the couple every step of the way. Tastings are offered to couples to sample select items before deciding on a final, custom menu. Bar service is also an option with Catering Reserved, whose bartenders can serve from a cash, limited, or open bar. While they do allow outside alcohol to be served, they can supply house and specialty beer, house and specialty wine, house and premium liquor, a champagne toast, and signature drinks. Their staff can provide event services such as delivery, cake cutting, set up, and clean up, as well as catering items such as:
Barware
Chairs
China
Chocolate fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Tables
Coordination
Cuisine
Couples can request serving styles such as buffet, family-style, French service, plated, or stations. While they most often provide reception fare, Catering Reserved can also serve breakfast, brunch, lunch, dessert, tapas, and hors d’oeuvres. They can also accommodate dietary needs such as gluten-free, lactose-free, no pork, halal, nut-free, organic, vegan, and vegetarian, without compromising on flavor. The types of cuisine they offer include:
American
Asian
BBQ
Cajun
Caribbean
Chinese
French
German
Greek
Indian
Italian
Korean
Latin american
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Sandwiches
Seafood
Southern
Southwestern
Spanish
Asian-owned
Woman-owned
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Dianna and the team at Catering Reserved were on the list of preferred vendors recommended by our venue, Sweeney Barn, and it isn't hard to see why.
Going into the wedding planning process we were naïve about the budget and cost for catering, linens, tables, rentals, etc. and it can get a bit overwhelming seeing how quickly it all adds up! However, I would do it all over again exactly as we did.
Dianna and her team knocked it out of the park. Our food was divine. The table settings looked dreamy and romantic. The staff was professional and organized. Our guests also made sure to tell us multiple times how phenomenal the bartending team was!
We ended up opting for a plated meal which included multiple apps, bread & a plated salad, and then guests' choice of chicken, beef, or seafood. I just cannot say enough how much I'll dream of that shrimp & seafood pasta and will dream of bathing in it.
My concern as someone that's been to many weddings was making sure no one had to wait forever for their food and that everything was as top-notch quality in taste, temperature, and presentation as it was at our tasting. Given that Sweeney Barn has one small elevator for the catering team to have to use to get to the 2nd floor, I'm actually FLOORED at how Dianna and team pulled it off! Additionally, Dianna is a gem to work with and very flexible/ accommodating. She helped make guided recommendations and was all about our signature cocktails.
Amanda Sent on 09/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
One word: delicious
Catering Reserved handled my whole wedding beautifully.
Let's chat about the most important part...the food. I would give them 5 stars for their food alone. We all know wedding food is pretty mediocre, but the amount of people who have gone out of their way to talk about the food at my wedding is crazy. Everyone has said it was the best food they've had at any wedding so far!
Other than the food, I would give the whole team a 5 star review as well. I was working primarily with Betsy who was phenomenal. She made sure I had everything thought through which I really really appreciated. The staff who showed up to my event were extremely professional, kind, attentive, and so many more wonderful adjectives.
In terms of cost, Catering Reserved was right in my sweet spot, which was somewhat constricted. So given my budget and the fact that I received amazing service and delicious food, I would book them again and again.
My Food Choices:
Strolling Apps: Fig and Goat cheese flatbread, Crab Cakes, and Tenderloin Crostini
Stationed Apps: Fruit Display, Antipasto Display
Salad: Cesar (Which I loved that the dressing came on the side)
Buffet: Beef Bourguignon, Chicken Piccata (My personal fav), Grilled Salmon, Farmer's Market Risotto, Mashed Potatoes (with loaded toppings on the side), Roasted Veggies, and dinner rolls
Jade Sent on 03/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Great Experience
We had the pleasure of working with Dianna at Catering Reserved. From the day we met Dianna and tasted Catering Reserved food, we knew we were going to choose this catering company for our wedding. Dianna was very helpful and informative and was not trying to push us to purchase anything outside of what we wanted for our day. The food and desserts were great and we even chose to have the donut wall, which was a HUGE hit at our wedding. We also had a great time picking out plate settings and linens from the rental company they work with. Overall a really great experience with Catering Reserved and Dianna. Thank you Dianna!
Allison Sent on 12/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Great Experience for Small Reception!
Catering Reserved did an amazing job for our small October wedding dinner reception! We had a small space to work with and they handled the logistics and set-up with ease. The set-up was elegant, the passed appetizers and plated dinners were delicious! The service was impeccable, no one was wanting for anything the whole time. They cleaned up after and left the place in great shape. We also ordered late night snacks and breakfast casseroles to heat up the following day for brunch. They were all wonderful. And since I did not have a day-of coordinator, it helped that catering team was so organized! Highly recommend!
Nicole Sent on 09/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Incredible!
Catering Reserved is an incredible company. During the planning process, they were always so quick to respond, and easy to work with. On our wedding day they worked so hard to ensure our day was perfect and they succeeded! Each and every staff member was so kind and continuously checked up on my husband and I to make sure we had everything we needed. 10/10 would recommend!
Kevin Sent on 11/22/2022
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Catering Reserved was Amazing!
Catering Reserved was absolutely amazing! We hired them for my daughter's wedding and the food was delicious and the staff was wonderful and professional. We tried several catering companies before making our final decision, and once we tried Catering Reserved, the decision was an easy one. The appetizers were great, and the main meals (filet mignon and chicken) were unbelievable. All of our guests just raved about the food. I can't say enough about Catering Reserved.
Anna Sent on 11/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Absolutely Wonderful!
Loved my experience with Catering Reserved! The variety of food was what stood out to me initially. They're also flexible and will work with you on your unique wedding/event. The owner was always responsive and answered all of my questions throughout the planning process. Of course the food was delicious! The staff were all amazing as well. I received multiple comments from my guests about how much they loved the staff. Great menu variety, delicious food, awesome staff. overall amazing experience.
Allie Sent on 11/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Best wedding caterer
Catering Reserved provided the best service and food I've ever had at a wedding. They have a very professional and kind staff. Dianna is extremely communicative, kind, and flexible. I had friends even comment that we had the best bar ever!
Dawn Sent on 03/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
My Son's Wedding
My son was just married on March 18th. Catering Reserved catered the wedding. The food was beyond amazing. Guests raved about quality and quantity from main meal, appetizers, cheese tray and pretzels. Your staff was amazing, kind, professional and just so on it! The bartenders were so personable and on the ball. Words don't express how much we appreciated working with Dianna and her team.
Caitlin Sent on 11/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating
5.0
Guests Loved Dinner + Dessert!
Dianna at Catering Reserved is a Godsend! We found ourselves without a caterer ~3 months before our wedding and Dianna was able to schedule us in for a tasting at very short notice. The food options were great! They were also very willing to change around menu items and think creatively about adding specific drinks or desserts. We had a lot of issues leading up to our wedding, but Catering Reserved was able to be VERY flexible with us - even attending two different final walkthru's of our wedding venue, one of which was only a week before the wedding. 1000% recommend this vendor to anyone in the VA/DC area!!
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At Catering Reserved, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware
Chocolate Fountain
The bar service starting price at Catering Reserved includes:
House Beer
House Wine
Catering Reserved offers the following event services for weddings:
Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Catering Reserved offers the following catering services for weddings:
Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
At Catering Reserved, you can find the following types of cuisine:
African
American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish
At Catering Reserved, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian
Catering Reserved provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Catering Reserved offers the following food and beverage items:
Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Catering Reserved is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in flexibility, 4.8 in quality of service, 4.8 in average response time, 4.8 in professionalism and 4.8 in value.
