The most wonderful caterer I have ever worked with. Our caterer for our wedding canceled after deposit 2 months before our wedding. He was a family friend so it was very sad and stressful! We were recommended John by our venue and gave him a call and he immediately dropped what he was doing and met with us in person on a Saturday afternoon to go over our wedding and what we had in mind.
He was SO laid back, calm, and really listened to what we wanted and worked with our budget. He made a point of saying he wanted to make sure I, as the bride, had a wonderful day with no stress and anything that went awry he wanted directed towards him over my husband or I. It actually makes me emotional to remember! We planned every aspect ourselves and hearing this with so much certainty and support really meant so much.
He also mentioned he had coordinated weddings before and we had previously setup a friend to coordinate but we were a little worried it would be tricky for her to be both our friend/guest AND the coordinator. We asked if he would also coordinate and he said he would and I am still SO glad my mom insisted we asked. It was a completely different day and truly the happiest day ever because of all John did!

He was so responsive, with helpful suggestions without being overbearing in any way. We truly felt as soon as we had him signed on it changed the entire direction of the wedding, like having John on board it was going to go well no matter what!

He totally proved our point. He met us the day before at the rehearsal, helped set up everything - tables, equipment, the ceremony structure, walking cues etc. and took note of every detail that I actually felt kind of silly about like where our hashtag sign would go and gave it so much care and absolutely nailed it day of.

I went into my wedding day very unstressed because of his extreme level of care, confidence and competence. It truly felt like a good friend was there just making it all go how we wanted. I cannot stress enough how much it meant to us.

The food was delicious, fresh and refreshing and beautifully presented family style, with such sweet and helpful staff that watched for any opportunity to jump in and help. He arranged a beautiful sweethearts table for us making sure we got to eat - which was huge!!! - and even placed my personalized table cards and designs absolutely perfectly. He brought delicious nonalcoholic options as well as doing our bar setup and purchasing.

He is literally the best. I would recommend getting married anywhere in SLO JUST so you can use John 's services.

I could truly go on and on. Thank you so much John. You truly saved the day when it came to our wedding and we look back on our day with so much love and happiness with such an appreciation for all you brought to make sure it was that way.

I am still in awe over John Carwell & his team! We went to a few tastings before deciding on a caterer for our wedding, and John completely surpassed the competition. We really appreciate the fact that John strives for organic & local food. Everything was incredibly delicious, and I’m so happy our coordinator forced us to sit down & eat! John also made cheesecake for us, and it was absolutely the best cheesecake we have EVER had. Thank you so much, John, you are the best!

SLO's Finest catered my wedding last month, and did an outstanding job. I've known John for several years and the second I knew I was getting married in SLO I knew I would have him cater the wedding. He was so easy to work with throughout the whole planning process. The food, bar, and service was amazing!!