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Tom and Lin Catering has an established reputation for exceptional food, creativity and presentation combined with outstanding service. We build lasting relationships with our clients and consider them a part of the family. Our staff will make you and your guests feel like the guest of honor.

We are committed to purveying food from reputable sources using Local grown produce and top imported artisan choices. TLC's New American-style cuisine is abound with inventive interpretations and modern creations based on the very best traditions of American, regional and international cuisine.

At Tom and Lin Catering you will Taste the TLC.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$60

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$30

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$60

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$15

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast

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?

African
American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

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

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Tom and Lin Catering

Leah
Leah Sent on 10/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Exceptional — The Perfect Culinary Experience for Our Wedding!

From the very beginning, Tom and Lin were an absolute joy to work with. We chose them because we had specific dietary requirements for our wedding — my husband has celiac disease and is a total foodie — and we wanted to make sure our guests could safely enjoy everything. We hosted our wedding in Tucson, Arizona, the place we now call home, and wanted our out-of-town guests to have a true desert-inspired experience from the venue to the food.

Tom and Lin exceeded every expectation. They were incredibly accommodating with our gluten-free needs and helped us craft a creative, upscale Southwestern menu that highlighted local ingredients and regional flavors. Every guest was blown away — not only by how delicious everything tasted but also by the stunning presentation.

Their professionalism and skill were next level. They created a full kitchen setup at our venue, and their service staff ran like a Michelin-star team — attentive, friendly, and seamless from start to finish. From passed hors d’oeuvres to plated dinner service, wine pouring, and cleanup, every detail was flawless.

We received so many compliments from guests saying this was the best wedding food and experience they’d ever had — and we couldn’t agree more. Tom and Lin turned our intimate wedding into an elegant, elevated, and truly unforgettable night. We can’t recommend them enough!
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Liz Sent on 03/03/2016
5 out of 5 rating
So flexible. So wonderful to deal with. I cannot say enough about how great they were at every step. Food was amazing!!!! Everyone said it was the best wedding food! We actually got to sit down and eat and it was phenomenal. They obviously know what they are doing. I will be back to them for any other catering needs.
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Erin Sent on 02/18/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Tom and Lin were fantastic! They were so responsive to what I wanted both in regards to the food and the decor (even when I changed my mind a time or two!) I got so many compliments on the food and how lovely everything was. They gave me confidence on a day that could have been so stressful, but instead was simply amazing. I can not thank them enough!
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Eleanor Sent on 02/06/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Working with Lin was a pleasure. She met with my daughter and I and we pretty much spent about an hour and 30 minuets discussing the menu. I had experienced having there food at several other events and I loved and I mean loved the food. So, needless to say the entire experience was a pleasure. We worked the menu and the price that would fit our budget. When wedding day came they were fantastic. There employees were so professional and kind and totally made our daughters day fantastic in spite of the horrific rain that day. The reviews from our guest were over the top.. All they did was rave about the food. Thank God because the weather was horrible and if the food was bad then no one would have a great time but the food was fantastic and that was the icing on our entire day.. And if it wasn't for the special touch like Lin actually making sure she served our daughter and new son well they probably wouldn't have even eaten with all the emotions of that day.. I strongly suggest Tom and Lin Catering you will not be disappointed..
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Amy Sent on 07/17/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We have used Tom and Lin catering for a few events. They are very professional and great to work with. We recently had them cater an event and we got so much great feedback from all of our guests. The food was the hit of our party. I would highly recommend them, you will not be disappointed.
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Jennifer Sent on 01/22/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Tom and Lin did an amazing job on our wedding reception appetizers and dinner. They created a beautiful spread and worked within our budget. They were extremely organized and prepared and helped everywhere they could to allow the dinner to run smoothly. I would recommend them for any event. And, of course, the meal was delicious and reflected a true gift and love for art of food.
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Franceska Sent on 01/22/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Tom and Lin catered our daughter's wedding. Next to the bride, the food they served was the talk of the event! How many times have you attended a wedding and just raved about the food - never! That's all our guests could talk about. Their Mac and Cheese with bacon was the biggest hit. Everything went smoothly. Tom and Lin were professional and the buffet line was a work of art. All of our expectations were not only met, but were exceeded. We will never cater an event without Tom and Lin!
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Awards

7

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Arizona Mobile DJ Arizona Mobile DJ Wedding DJs

Great food always excellent prepared and presented. Tom & Lin catering is awesome!!

Classic Party Rentals Classic Party Rentals Wedding Rentals

great food and very workable with budgets and food options.

Bello Creations by Ti Bello Creations by Ti Wedding Planners

What a fantastic catering company to work with. They really go the extra mile to be sure that their clients are taken care of and to help to make sure that their event runs smoothly. Their food is some of the absolute best in catering.

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Tom and Lin Catering frequently asked questions

At Tom and Lin Catering, 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
The bar service starting price at Tom and Lin Catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
Tom and Lin Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Tom and Lin 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 Tom and Lin Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • Greek
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Tom and Lin Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Tom and Lin Catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Tom and Lin Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Tom and Lin 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.
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