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T&L Catering
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About this vendor
T&L Catering | Stress-Free Wedding Catering Since 1977
Based in North Plainfield, NJ, T&L Catering has been catering weddings across New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania since 1977. We’re known for generous portions, polished presentation, and smooth execution from casual backyard celebrations to elegant, formal receptions.
What we do
We customize weddings in a range of service styles.
Whether you’re planning a backyard BBQ, an elegant ballroom reception, or a cocktail-forward station wedding, we build a menu and service plan around your vibe and budget. Choose from passed hors d’oeuvres, buffets, family-style platters, plated dinners, and stations, plus dessert and coffee/tea.
More than catering
We’re a true one-stop shop to simplify planning, offering:
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Tent + party rentals
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Dinnerware and tabletop options (china, flatware, glassware, barware)
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Linens and event essentials
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Banquet rooms in Linden, Berkeley Heights, Woodbridge, and Kenilworth, NJ
Dietary needs & customization
We accommodate dietary preferences and restrictions, including gluten-free, vegan/vegetarian, nut-free, and more with thoughtful alternatives so everyone feels included.
Next step: Message us your date, venue, guest count, and preferred style (buffet, stations, plated, etc.), and we’ll send menu ideas and a detailed quote.
Experience
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49 years in business
FAQ
What is the average catering price per person for plated service?
$90
What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?
$80
What is the average catering price per person for stations?
$85
What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?
$65
Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?
Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Tastings
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
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
BBQ
Caribbean
German
Indian
Italian
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish
What dietary needs can you accommodate?
Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Which of the following items can you provide?
Chairs
Tables
Which of the following items can you provide?
Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Any other questions?
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T&L Catering consistently earns glowing praise for delicious, well‑presented food and attentive, professional service. Staff are highly responsive, accommodating last‑minute requests and dietary needs, with on‑site maitre d’s keeping events smooth. Guests repeatedly rave about the cuisine and overall execution, and reviewers strongly recommend them.
Mohanad Sent on 09/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Top notch catering vendor. Extremely impressed and pleased.
Highly recommend this vendor.
They beautifully executed our event at the James Ward Mansion. Everything from their catering staff's etiquette, support, and food was truly top notch.
Starting from their office staff and management, Tom Tavalaro and Pam Tavalaro are a superb team to work with. Extremely responsive, easy to work with, organized, and know all the right questions to ask and ways to accommodate the couples they work with.
For the day of the event: Jaci was such an amazing Maitre-d that stood by us throughout the night. She quickly integrated in with our other vendors and worked really well with our entertainment group, our DJ and Emcee, and even our families to help coordinate our activities throughout the evening. The staff team throughout the evening were all so helpful and seemed genuinely eager to make it a great night for us.
Their head chef at the event did an amazing job and we are not exaggerating when we share that we received extensive glowing reviews on the food from all the guests at our wedding.
This was one vendor we partnered with which we highly recommend and are extremely pleased to have made part of our special day.
Not only do they deliver as promised, but they are also great, genuine and comforting people to work with.
They beautifully executed our event at the James Ward Mansion. Everything from their catering staff's etiquette, support, and food was truly top notch.
Starting from their office staff and management, Tom Tavalaro and Pam Tavalaro are a superb team to work with. Extremely responsive, easy to work with, organized, and know all the right questions to ask and ways to accommodate the couples they work with.
For the day of the event: Jaci was such an amazing Maitre-d that stood by us throughout the night. She quickly integrated in with our other vendors and worked really well with our entertainment group, our DJ and Emcee, and even our families to help coordinate our activities throughout the evening. The staff team throughout the evening were all so helpful and seemed genuinely eager to make it a great night for us.
Their head chef at the event did an amazing job and we are not exaggerating when we share that we received extensive glowing reviews on the food from all the guests at our wedding.
This was one vendor we partnered with which we highly recommend and are extremely pleased to have made part of our special day.
Not only do they deliver as promised, but they are also great, genuine and comforting people to work with.
Laura Sent on 05/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating
The perfect night!
Leading up to our vow renewal Julie was very responsive and offered alternatives or solutions to issues that would arise. Very accommodating! The day of was a literal dream. Literally every corner of the venue is an amazing photo op opportunity. Would book with them again without question. Our guests all love the space and how intimate it felt. Thank you to everyone who works at the James Ward Mansion who helped us out through the entire process.
Melinda Sent on 02/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating
A Perfect Celebration
We worked with T& L catering recently and I could not be happier with how our celebration turned out. T&L Catering was flawless from beginning to end. Tom and Pam were super responsive and thoughtful with helping me choose our package. Stephanie was communicative and helpful throughout the entire planning process, and everything ran seamlessly during the party.
Stacey was a fantastic bartender who kept things moving, and Maurice and Rob were both an absolute pleasure to work with. All of the food Rob put out was not only delicious but also beautifully plated. The setup was equally special, with detailed décor that truly elevated the event. What an A+ team!
All of our guests raved about the food and the service. We will definitely be using your catering services again. Thank you for helping make the celebration so special!
Stacey was a fantastic bartender who kept things moving, and Maurice and Rob were both an absolute pleasure to work with. All of the food Rob put out was not only delicious but also beautifully plated. The setup was equally special, with detailed décor that truly elevated the event. What an A+ team!
All of our guests raved about the food and the service. We will definitely be using your catering services again. Thank you for helping make the celebration so special!
Victor Sent on 10/16/2025
5 out of 5 rating
What an incredible team!
There was an open house at the venue we eventually chose for our wedding. While there we met Leo of T&L Catering. While talking to him about some of our ideas, his excitement matched ours. We knew we wanted to go with T&L. For a year I was in contact with Tom as he helped us craft our Menu and answer all our questions. As the wedding approached I talked to Pam who was very accommodating when it came to finalizing payment and details. They were so helpful, when I told them 48 hours prior about guests changing menu options or being unavailable, I was simply told all guests will be accommodated.
But the cherry on top of working with T&L was our maitre d', Jaci. This woman is an absolute queen. She walked in and assisted us with final decor set up so we could focus more on getting ready. She would update us with photos and ask any questions to help capture our vision. She also helped to keep us on a schedule without being pushy and, most importantly, she made SURE we were able to have time to enjoy the entrees at our own wedding (which I've heard is a rare occurrence).
From day 1, T&L knew what we wanted with our wedding and made sure to make it happen. They were integral in helping us to have a perfect wedding day and I can't sing their praises enough. Thank you!!
But the cherry on top of working with T&L was our maitre d', Jaci. This woman is an absolute queen. She walked in and assisted us with final decor set up so we could focus more on getting ready. She would update us with photos and ask any questions to help capture our vision. She also helped to keep us on a schedule without being pushy and, most importantly, she made SURE we were able to have time to enjoy the entrees at our own wedding (which I've heard is a rare occurrence).
From day 1, T&L knew what we wanted with our wedding and made sure to make it happen. They were integral in helping us to have a perfect wedding day and I can't sing their praises enough. Thank you!!
Lorena Sent on 09/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Simply the BEST!
T&L caterers our wedding on 9/12/25 and they simply did not disappoint. I am a former caterer who had a guest list with a former and very picky chef, and another caterer who loved the food. The Station menu by far is the best option! Come on no one will give you as much for cocktail hr as T&L. Super professional and they know the business which for me was everything. Thank you Tom, Leo, Jackie, Pam, and Linda so very much! I would choose you again and again for any event. The Garcias
Zena Sent on 07/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Exceptional
I engaged T&L for a conference but would use them for a wedding as well. The food was amazing. The owner was really accommodating to all of the last minute changes and executed on the day of so quickly, I didn't realize they had came, set up and left. Would recommend them, highly, without reservation.
Cari Sent on 07/02/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Afternoon Brunch
T&L offered great menu selections and high quality food. What really impressed me was the competency and kindness shown by T&L catering staff during my event. They kept me feeling supported all day and helped execute the event exactly to my plans.
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If you are looking for a special caterer, look no further. T & L Catering are the ones to call. They have a few locations. I have been honored to Officiate Weddings at their Berkeley Heights, NJ Place. It was great.
The James Ward Mansion
4.7 out of 5 rating , 33 reviews
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Travel range
This vendor will travel up to within 25 miles
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T&L Catering frequently asked questions
At T&L Catering, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
- Delivery
- Set Up
- Clean Up
- Cake Cutting
- Dessert
- Server(s)
- Tastings
- China
- Linens
- Flatware
- Glassware
The bar service starting price at T&L Catering includes:
- Bartender(s)
T&L Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
- Delivery
- Set Up
- Clean Up
T&L Catering 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 T&L Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
- American
- Asian
- BBQ
- Caribbean
- German
- Indian
- Italian
- Mediterranean
- Mexican
- Middle Eastern
- Seafood
- Southern
- Spanish
At T&L Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Halal
- Nut Free
- Organic
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
T&L Catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
- Bartender(s)
To cater to all tastes, T&L Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
- Barware
- China
- Chocolate Fountain
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
T&L Catering is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.