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Frequently asked questions

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Asian
French
Mediterranean
Mexican
Southern

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Reviews of Dandelion Catering Co.

Michaela
Michaela Sent on 07/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Sooo delicious & fantastic customer service!

Dandelion truly went above and beyond - our guests couldn't stop raving about how incredible the food was, a lot of them saying it was the best wedding food they've ever had (we'd agree)! We loved that Dandelion offered family style table service - it was a great way to let our guests try multiple entrees and sides and have as much as they'd like of each.

The staff was also so attentive to my husband and I, making sure we had a drink in hand and food available to us no matter where we were, whether it was the cocktail hour, taking a breather, or during the reception.

Emma and Molly were also fantastic coordinators who helped us throughout the entire process to ensure we had everything we wanted and needed leading up to our wedding day, even going as far as helping secure two local Maine kegs for the tap lines at our venue.

We can't recommend Dandelion enough - you won't be disappointed!
Olivia
Olivia Sent on 12/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Dandelion was incredible!

I can't even begin to tell you how amazing Dandelion was to work with, and how INSANELY good the food was. From day 1, Emma was so great to work with. We had to reschedule due to COVID, and they made the whole process easy and seamless. Emma was diligent, answered any/all questions promptly and was so flexible.

Now for the food. The food was INCREDIBLE. Our guests have been raving that it was the best wedding food they've ever had- and how beautiful the food was as well! It was truly so delicious.

HIGHLY recommend Dandelion- you won't regret it!
Emma
Emma Sent on 07/12/2021
5 out of 5 rating

So delicous!

We were thrilled with the delicious food provided by Dandelion. Since we live out of state we had to take a crazy risk and we never got to try it before our wedding, but both did we luck out! The food is amazing. We had a kind of picky group of eaters and there was something that everyone loved. People went back again and again for more. Our photographer said as soon as she heard who was catering she knew it would be good. We got so much support and help from the team at Dandelion during the planning, postponing and re planning process. They were very helpful every step of the way. We loved the options they gave us and we were able to get exactly what wanted.
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Madi Sent on 06/24/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing catering!

Dandelion recently catered our wedding and the food and process was amazing. They have been accommodating and responsive over the past months of planning, were perfectly on schedule, and delivered absolutely delicious food. We received so many compliments on the quality of the food. Highly highly recommend for any of your catering needs!
Meghan
Meghan Sent on 01/21/2020
5 out of 5 rating

HIGHLY recommend for bar service!!

We got married in November at O’Maine Studios in Portland, ME. O’Maine suggested we reach out to Dandelion about providing bar services as they frequently worked together on events and weddings. We booked the package where we could bring in our own alcohol and Dandelion would prepare and serve it. We worked with Sami, who was amazing and super responsive. Sami helped us answer many of our questions, including quantities of beer, wine, and ingredients for signature cocktails. During the wedding, staff were friendly and served everyone at our wedding with a smile. We gave Dandelion recipes and ingredients for our signature cocktails and they killed it - guests kept commenting how delicious both our drinks were. We would highly recommend Dandelion’s bar services if you are interested in supplying your own alcohol for your wedding. It was super easy and Sami and her team were incredibly helpful, professional, and friendly.
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Andrea Sent on 08/13/2019
5 out of 5 rating

A delicious afternoon on the water

We had Dandelion cater an afternoon on The Frances out of Portland, ME and it was fabulous. We received a substantial amount of food for 18 people, and we still ate most of it because it was too good not to! Dandelion had awesome choices to pick from for our boat snacks, and the presentation was beautiful. I highly recommend Dandelion!
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Wilhelmina Sent on 08/04/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Dandelion catered my wedding on July 21st, and it was nothing but amazing! We worked with them to create a vegan menu, their flavors were incredible, not a single other guest was vegan, yet they all had nothing but compliments and many second helpings!
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Katina Sent on 07/25/2018
5 out of 5 rating
We hired dandelion catering for our daughter’s wedding. She wanted the food to be vegan. The food was delicious , eye appealing. fresh and very well seasoned. We can only recommend their service .
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Susan Sent on 10/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Dandelion Catering's website is informative, menu choices elaborate, photos of their exquisitely prepared dishes breathtaking. We were pleased that they offer several delivery options.

Operations Manager Amy professionally attended to every detail by information, making suggestions, answering our countless questions.

The evening of our dinner, Sami, Bar Manager, arrived with the bar set up and our clearly labeled food. Our delivery of choice was "drop off”. She professionally and hospitably managed our beverage and food serving tables and did more than her fair share of efficiently cleaning the serving area at the end of the evening. An added PLUS: all of the serving containers, utensils, dinner plates and napkins were environmentally friendly.

Every bit of food which Dandelion Catering prepared for our dinner was absolutely the best! From the appetizers and salads, assorted sandwiches and casserole, to ending with Maine whoopee pies, our entire meal was not only beautifully created and presented but absolutely delicious in every respect and thoroughly enjoyed by everyone!!! We have received nothing but compliments from our guests for the fabulous assortment of dishes which were served.

Dandelion Catering far exceeded our expectations in every aspect of planning, accommodating and presenting their amazing foods products.
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Katie Sent on 08/02/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We hired Dandelion Catering for our wedding this past July, and we cannot recommend them enough. We opted for a pig roast, and Dandelion’s pig roast menu is absolutely amazing. Our guests continue to comment on how delicious and memorable the meal was. In addition to their delicious food, the staff is incredibly professional and organized. We highly recommend Dandelion Catering to anyone looking for delicious food and amazing service!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
1774 Inn 1774 Inn Hotel Weddings

If you are looking for interesting, eclectic lfresh locally sourced food for your wedding Dandelion Catering's menus will surprise and delight you and your guests. Delicious mouthwatering food, beautifully served and presented. We look forward to seeing Dandelion Catering Co again soon at 1774 Inn.

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Dandelion Catering Co. frequently asked questions

Dandelion Catering Co. offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Dandelion Catering Co. 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 Dandelion Catering Co., you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • French
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Southern
At Dandelion Catering Co., the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Dandelion Catering Co. provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
Dandelion Catering Co. is recommended by 95% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.8 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.6 in average response time.
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