Where do we even begin? Our wedding and the welcome party the night before were truly unforgettable, and that’s thanks in huge part to the incredible work of Betsy, the catering team from Tall Guy & A Grill, and the expert bartenders from Crafted Tavern. From the very first interaction to the final toast of the evening, this team was nothing short of spectacular.

Let’s start with Betsy – the superstar food planner who absolutely knocked it out of the park. From day one, her professionalism, warmth, and attention to detail set the tone for what would be an incredible culinary experience. She invited us to a group tasting event hosted by the Tall Guy & A Grill team, which felt less like a tasting and more like a mini-wedding itself! The presentation, the service, the sheer volume and variety of dishes – it gave us confidence right then and there that we were in great hands.

But we didn’t stop there – we opted for a private tasting so we could go even deeper into the seasonal menu and carefully craft the perfect spread. And with Betsy guiding us every step of the way – asking the right questions, sharing thoughtful suggestions, and always being quick and clear in her communication – we felt incredibly supported and excited for what was to come.

Come wedding day, the entire Tall Guy & A Grill team executed flawlessly. Not a single beat was missed. Given the unique layout of our venue, we chose to go with family-style service, which made us slightly nervous about timing and food quality, especially when it came to meat staying juicy and tender.

Let us assure you: every single dish was PERFECTION.

We still cannot get over how fall-off-the-bone tender the smoked chicken and braised beef short ribs were – so juicy, so flavorful, not a hint of dryness in sight. The mashed sweet potatoes? Creamy, rich, and absolutely unforgettable. People are still texting us to ask for the recipe! The maple-glazed carrots and roasted green beans were fresh, beautifully seasoned, and plated with care. You could genuinely taste the passion and precision in every single bite.

To say the food was a hit would be an understatement. We personally received over 30 messages from our guests raving that this was the best food they had ever had at a wedding – and honestly, we agree. It blew us (and them) away.

Of course, no celebration is complete without a great bar – and that’s where Crafted Tavern comes in. Their bartending team kept the good vibes (and delicious drinks) flowing all night long. They flawlessly executed our signature Old Fashioneds and Manhattans, crafted with Maker’s Mark bourbon, and kept the bar line moving with speed and smiles. Guests kept commenting on how smooth and well-made the drinks were, and we couldn’t agree more.

From top to bottom, this entire experience was beyond our wildest dreams. Betsy and the teams from Tall Guy & A Grill and Crafted Tavern brought professionalism, flavor, warmth, and excellence to every moment of our weekend. If you're planning a wedding or any special event, do not think twice. This team is a rare gem, and we are forever grateful for their role in making our celebration the unforgettable experience it was.

Tall Guy and a Grill did an incredible job catering our wedding! The food was absolutely amazing, our guests are still talking about how fresh and delicious everything was, specially the short rib. We love that they use fresh, high-quality ingredients, and it really made a difference in every bite.

The team was so helpful, attentive, and easy to work with, which made the whole process stress-free for us. We couldn’t be happier with our choice and highly recommend Tall Guy and a Grill for any event!

A huge thank you to Tall Guy and a Grill for making our wedding day so incredible! The food was absolutely delicious—our guests couldn’t stop raving about it, especially the sweet corn polenta ravioli (seriously, SO good!). Not only was the food amazing, but their team went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, from the beautifully arranged tablescape to making sure every guest’s placement card was in the right spot.

One of the highlights of the night was the dessert cart they arranged through Purple Door Ice Cream. As a couple that doesn’t love cake, this was the perfect touch for us! The ice cream was delicious, and they even let us serve a few of our guests, making it such a personal and memorable experience. It ended up being everyone’s favorite part of the night!

We couldn’t recommend Tall Guy and a Grill enough—they truly made our day special. Thanks, Tall Guy!

We used Tall Guy for a buffet dinner for our wedding. They were so easy to work with. Erica was awesome during the planning process. We loved all the options they offer. They were able to accommodate a few special requests into the menu that made us feel great about the food we incorporated into our day. If you want a caterer that’s easy to work with through the planning process, Tall Guy is a great choice!

Tall Guy and a Grill catering was everything we had hoped for and more! For both our rehearsal dinner and wedding, guests raved about the food (especially the filets and appetizers). Working with them start to finish was a breeze! They were so responsive to emails and took our changing minds about the menu in stride. With all their food being fantastic at the tastings, it was difficult to pick a final menu! Melissa was a wonderful point person to work with. She drove all the way to Oconomowoc for a site visit and had no difficulties planning out a set up area at our private residence. On our wedding day she took the time to check in with us to make sure we got our hot prepared plates when we were ready to actually eat (we did some sunset photos between courses). The extra gesture of having a plate of our appetizers sitting at our seats since we missed them all during cocktail hour shows this group's attention to detail! Tall Guy and a Grill was wonderful to work with, and we would recommend them to everyone for a wedding or any other event!

I cannot recommend Tall Guy enough! Delicious food and amazing staff. Good food was high on our wedding priority list and Tall Guy knocked it out of the park.

We cannot understate how important good food was to us at our wedding, and Tall Guy delivered!! We loved that they use local ingredients so we could feature Wisconsin foods to our many out-of-town guests. On the day of, everything was delicious! We received SO many compliments about how outstanding the food was. The service throughout cocktail hour and our plated dinner was just as excellent. We are already looking for another reason to cater with Tall Guy and have more Bourbon BBQ sauce! Thank you!! - The Trevinos

I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Tall Guy. From our tasting to our wedding day, the team made us feel so cared for and valued - I cannot recommend them enough. The menu options are absolutely incredible, and the time taken to craft the perfect menu, with personalized options and creative and delicious choices beyond the usual "chicken or steak" options, adds such a special touch to the wedding. We were also so excited about Tall Guy's "farm to table" mentality, and their seasonal choices to support local Wisconsin farmers. With lots of out of town guests, that "taste of Wisconsin" was so important to us. Our point of contact, Alissa, was beyond patient and wonderful. From an easy to read invoice, to a prompt response on questions, it was really easy to know exactly what you were getting and track every change. Alissa was incredible when our event downsized due to COVID-19, and the team worked with us to re-schedule our original April 2020 event with kindness and compassion, which were so valued. On the day of our wedding, the food was outstanding, and the entire staff working the event were professional, kind and accommodating. From grabbing my bouquet and putting it in water for me, to making sure that my husband and I got fed during our cocktail hour, the team was so warm and kind. During dinner, the team handled every transition with ease, and helped to make sure the whole thing ran so smoothly. Our guests were wow'ed by the food. I don't think anyone expects the food at weddings to be THAT good, but Tall Guy really makes you feel like you're eating at a 5 star restaurant. We also worked with Tall Guy for our bartending, and the custom cocktails were perfectly executed. Our guests had nothing but great things to say about our very professional and lovely bartender, and she made sure that the drinks were flowing with ease and such a professional demeanor. If you're looking for catering that really takes it up a notch, Tall Guy should absolutely be your go to. They are the best at what they do, and I would hire them a thousand times over for my wedding. Thank you, Team Tall Guy!!!

We loved Tall guy! We got a variety of apps and had a taco bar. My family claims to be “foodies” and they could not stop talking about how amazing everything was! Brit was so amazing in the days leading up to the event! I appreciate their responsiveness and organization. I would hire them again in a heartbeat!

There were a lot of big name caterers to choose from for a Milwaukee wedding, but we are so thrilled to have found Tall Guy & A Grill. They were a responsive and reliable partner during the "covid" run up to our event and when that dark cloud passed, thankfully, they were able to show off their high quality, NOT run-of-the-mill food and high level of delivery. Questions were answered quickly and their team was seamless in their service the night of the event. I highly recommend them and would love to work with them again in the future.