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High recommend

Cook Shack has amazing food love working with Tracey and her team for my daughters wedding. Great communication highly recommend.

Stephanie Sent on 05/06/2026

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The best wedding food

Austin and Tracey — thank you for the outstanding catering and service you provided for Stephanie and Hunter’s wedding. The food was excellent, the lemonade bar was beautifully done, the charcuterie display was impressive, and the ice cream bar added such a fun, memorable touch. Your team’s professionalism made everything run smoothly. For anyone seeking a caterer who delivers quality, creativity, and dependable service, Cook Shack is a choice I would highly recommend.

Angela Sent on 07/01/2025

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Excellent from start to finish!

We began our journey with Cook Shack approximately ten months before the wedding date. As a parent, they were great to work with. Menu was detailed and suggestions given. We went to a tasting - which everyone should do! Our menu was planned with the utmost detail to attention and service. Both Tracey and Austin exceeded our expectations. On the day of the wedding, everything was perfect. The food was delicious and their staff exceptional. Do not hesitate to book Cook Shack for your wedding or any event!

Leah Sent on 08/23/2023

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The best!!

We are so happy that we went with Cook Shack for our wedding! We had gone to multiple tastings but when we went to the one with Cook Shack we knew they were exactly what we wanted! They were so easy to work with and very responsive to any questions or changes that we had. They can pretty much customize anything you ask for and everything they make is delicious! On the day of the wedding they did an amazing job - not just the food, but the service was amazing. Everything came out fast, hot and the servers were all so professional and kind. They went above and beyond what most other catering companies will do and it’s obvious that they just love to make people happy with their food. Thank you for being such a big part of our day!

Alexis Sent on 07/30/2023

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The best food

Cook Shack was truly one of the best decisions we made for our wedding - the food was absolutely delicious and service was just as good. They surpassed all expectations and I left our wedding in awe of how smoothly it ran and just how good the food was. Our guests were talking about the food for weeks after. The tasting is also so fun and Austin and Tracy are amazing to work with - very responsive and willing to try any type of food or idea! Austin made sure we were fed during our dinner and even made us to go plates! Seriously - hire cook shack

Jennifer Sent on 07/14/2023

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Amazing service all around!

I HIGHLY recommend Cook Shack for your wedding catering! It was a fabulous experience all around. The food was absolutely delicious and our guests have been raving about it for days and weeks after our wedding. Not only was the food wonderful, but the service was unmatched. Austin led us through an incredibly tasting, Tracey was extremely responsive to communicate with, and their entire staff provided great service at the venue. They are so thoughtful and really care about their customers. Cook Shack provided to-go meals for us as the bride and groom to ensure we got to try the food. I cannot recommend Cook Shack enough! Thank you for everything!

Alia Sent on 01/17/2023

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Incredible food and service -highly recommend!

Cook Shack Catering did an excellent job catering our wedding. From hors d'oeuvres to the large portion dinner to the late-night quesadilla bar, our guests were raving about the food. Our personal favorites were the bacon-wrapped scallops and the grilled vegetable skewers! The service was also excellent. The wait staff served our plated dinner efficiently for our 200 guests so no one had to wait long for their food and the bar lines moved quickly with ease. All of the bartenders and servers were kind and courteous, and the whole night ran smoothly. We also love that we were able to have an ice cream sundae bar with the very cute trailer/cart Cook Shack offers. The ice cream was delicious and a big hit with our guests! Tracey was lovely to work with during the planning process and was great with communication and coordination! We highly recommend Cook Shack and were we to get married a second time, we’d call them up again!

Christine Sent on 11/13/2022

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Delicious food, amazing people!

Cook Shack is everything we could have asked for in a catering company and more. Throughout the entire process, Tracey was incredibly kind, patient, and communicative in answering our various questions. With the extensive and delicious menu, it was really appreciated that we could do a tasting with another couple to try different items, all of which were so so good! Tracey and the Cook shack team were flexible and helped us figure out great options for our guests with dietary restrictions. Needless to say, the food was incredible and the entire team was so great during our wedding, making sure that we ate and our guests with dietary restrictions got their special meals. Everyone was RAVING about the food, saying it was the best food they’ve had at a wedding! Cook shack even sent us home with neatly packed leftovers and an extremely thoughtful gift!

Lindsay Sent on 10/14/2022

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We loved cookshack

My husband and I had a choice of 5 caterers for our wedding, and we are so glad we went with Cook Shack. From the start, our catering tasting was to die for. We went in for the tasting with another couple and we all got to choose several things and try everything as a group. Their food was fantastic and so were the desserts. They sent us home with so much leftover food just for the tasting! Between our tasting and our wedding, Tracey was extremely responsive and professional, and always answered any questions we had. The food and staff were fantastic the day of the wedding. Everyone raved about the food and the dessert (they made a crazy good cheesecake and chocolate mousse). Would highly recommend.

Taylor Sent on 06/08/2022

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Best catering team ever!

I could not say enough good things about this company. As soon as we went to the tasting, my husband and I knew that this was the caterer to go with. They were flexible, eager to serve, and so kind to us. The owner especially was so nice. We wanted dumplings, and he cooked them up on the spot at the tasting. The food and service were all outstanding and made my wedding 100 times better!

Kalee Sent on 05/04/2022

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Great food, great service, great price!

We used Cook Shack for our wedding two weeks ago and I cannot recommend them enough! Tracey and Austin were so easy to work with, very responsive, and just overall pleasant. Their menu is extensive, the food was AMAZING, the staff was so friendly and professional, and they are very reasonably priced! We got so many compliments from our guests and they truly made sure that we were taken care of on our wedding day. I am beyond pleased with our experience and 10/10 recommend them!

Jenna Sent on 03/07/2022

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Best Wedding Caterer!!

We had a wonderful experience with Cook Shack! From the very beginning, they were so kind and professional, and when we had our tasting we knew we had made the right decision! The portions both at the tasting and on the wedding day were sizable, and guests were raving about the food all night- appetizers, the meal, and dessert! Austin came out and spoke to us during our meal to make sure everything was great, which meant so much to us. Lastly, between the time that we did our tasting and our wedding day, my husband was diagnosed with a very specific/not super common food allergy. When I called to share this with Cook Shack before our wedding, they were so accommodating to change his entree choice, as well as packaging our take-home meals separately so that his food was not mixed with anything he was allergic to. After our wedding, they sent us the nicest gift basket too. I also felt like the price for what was included was very reasonable compared to other wedding caterers we looked out in our wedding planning process.
All in all it was a fantastic experience and I would highly recommend Cook Shack as a wedding caterer!

Sarah Sent on 01/19/2022

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Amazing food and people!

Cook Shack was so easy to work with and their food was amazing! We had so many compliments on the food and really appreciated all they did to make our day run so smoothly. When we sat down for dinner, they immediately brought out 2 pre-made plates for me and my husband and made sure we had everything we wanted throughout the night. They packed up leftovers for us and it was so nice to enjoy the food (and not cook) the night after our wedding. They even provided the sweetest gift to us on our wedding day and we truly felt like they appreciated us as much as we appreciated them!

Brittaney Sent on 12/02/2021

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So Yummy!!

The food and service was absolutely wonderful! Best Food Ever!!!

Liz W. Sent on 11/17/2021

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Delicious food and excellent service

They were a preferred vendor with our venue, but I am so thankful they were! Their pricing was a couple thousand less than the other options, but their food was AMAZING. They were very easy to work with from the beginning, and, thankfully, we were able to do a tasting with them! The tasting was an interesting experience--we were with 1 other couple, and we got to try each other's food choices. Which worked out well for us, since we ended up changing a couple items after that day! All their food was delicious--our guests kept talking about how much they loved the food! The staff the day of were very professional and made sure my husband and I got to eat (well, at least they made sure we had a chance to eat...our guests, on the other hand, made it very difficult). And they were so nice to put out our desserts for us, so we didn't have to worry about that day of!

Kathryn Sent on 11/06/2021

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Great experience! Exceptional food!

Tracey and the entire Cook Shack team was a pleasure to work with while planning for our postponed wedding reception! After being referred to Cook Shack by several friends, my husband and I took one look at their extensive menu and knew we wanted them to be a part of our event! Friends and family that attended our party are still raving about the asiago chicken, brisket and roasted vegetables and several even showed up at our house the next day for leftovers!! The dessert selections were delicious! Coordinating the dinnerware and linen rentals through Cook Shack made logistics much more seamless. Definitely recommend this caterer for your next event!!

Kirsten Sent on 10/31/2021

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Cook Shack was the most amazing vendor to work with!

I cannot rave enough about Cook Shack Catering! From our first tasting to the wedding day, my husband and I dreamt about the food. They catered my 120 person wedding with a sit-down meal. The food was absolutely phenomenal- the garlic chicken was a big hit and the steak was cooked to absolute perfection. Our guests are still talking about it weeks later! Austin and his team were the most professional in their table service and Tracy was always so prompt in responding to any questions I had throughout the planning process. They were incredibly flexible and even provided my husband and I a private dinner during the cocktail hour. Anything we wanted, Cook Shack delivered above and beyond. I am already thinking of another event I can have just so that they can cater.

Christina Sent on 09/20/2021

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Delicious!!

We are so happy that we chose Cook Shack as our wedding caterer. Their food, from the appetizers to the entrees, is incredibly delicious with large portions and affordable. Their staff went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. They were kind enough to save us food from cocktail hour so that my husband and I could eat before entering the reception. They also sent us home from the wedding take out boxes so that we could eat that night in the hotel. Tracey was thorough and knowledgeable about our rental company and venue which made planning the reception a breeze. We highly recommend using this catering company.

Evie Sent on 08/23/2021

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Amazing, professional experience!

We were blown away with Cook Shack from start to finish! Not only were they understanding and flexible with us when we needed to postpone our wedding due to COVID-19, but their attention to detail throughout our reception was amazing. The food is amazing and plentiful, and they make sure you as a couple get to enjoy the food on your big day as well. The staff even packaged up hors d’oeuvres from our cocktail hour for us to take on our transportation with us as we took our wedding party photos after the ceremony! We especially loved that they packaged up two meals (along with a very kind wedding gift) for us to share at home together once the party was over! Anyone in the area getting married should put reaching out to Cook Shack at the top of their to-do list. They are hands down one of our favorite wedding vendors and the reason we have received so many compliments from guests!

Melanie Sent on 06/25/2021

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Highly Recommend Cook Shack Catering!

Cook Shack did a fabulous job catering our daughter's wedding reception. The food and service was excellent. We highly recommend them for your catering needs!

Cara Sent on 06/01/2021

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Professional and Yummy!!!

I'm so glad they were on our venues preferred list! These guys are amazing! The food is delicious and they provide excellent service!!! I wish I could give them more stars and I wish we had more leftovers (lol)!!! Can't go wrong with them!!!

Blair Sent on 05/23/2021

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No words can describe

The food was untouchable. From the first time we tasted it at the tasting to the wedding we loved every thing we ate. We wish we could have it everyday. We want to plan another event just so we could have more of their food!

Theresa Sent on 05/19/2021

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Great food

Cook Shack Catering provided the hors d’oeuvres and food for our wedding on April 24th. The service was great!! We have had several guests reach out to us and say that the food was among the best wedding food they’ve ever had! Overall we were very pleased on our day and would happily recommend them. Thanks again Austin, Tracey, and team! 😁

Jessica Sent on 05/09/2021

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Definitely recommend

Ultimately we did not have our wedding celebration as a result of Covid, but Cook Shack was flexible, understanding, and empathetic as we tried to navigate getting married in 2020. The food at our tasting was absolutely delicious and they were willing to work with a dietary restriction. Definitely recommend!

Alycen Sent on 05/03/2021

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The Best Wedding Meal Ever

Tracy and the Cook Shack staff did an amazing job with my daughter's wedding. The food was unbelievable and plentiful. Our guest talked about how delicious our appetizers and buffet were. They pay such attention to detail and They are super easy to work with. I highly recommend them for any event. The shrimp and grits and fried green tomatoes are the best I have ever had.

Claire Sent on 05/01/2021

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Book them now

I honestly don't think I can put into words how wonderful Cook Shack Catering truly is! From start to finish, top to bottom... they are the best of the best! The food is absolutely delicious and combined with their service, expertise and professionalism... you can't go wrong! They catered our wedding and now I'm ready to plan another event just so I can work with Cook Shack again and enjoy their food and customer service. I knew from the moment I got engaged that I wanted Cook Shack to cater our wedding because I had enjoyed their food at other events. I am so glad I never wavered and they were one of my "must haves" BOOK THEM NOW!

Inga Sent on 04/14/2021

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Great experience!

Tracey was so easy to work with and she was SO organized. She helped us not only with the menu, but she helped with working out other small details with a few of my other vendors. The food was delicious, the staff that worked our wedding were attentive, helpful and extremely polite. I am so thankful we chose Cook Shack Catering for our wedding!

Hayley Sent on 04/06/2021

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Please hire them

Best vendor out there! If you love southern food and hospitality, this is the one! I loved them! They treated me so well and their food was amazing!

Meagan Sent on 03/30/2021

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Above and beyond!

Cook Shack is amazing. I would highly recommend for any event. The team went above and beyond to ensure everything was decorated beautifully, presented nicely, and most importantly, tasted AMAZING. Guests are still talking about how delicious the food tasted.

Townley Sent on 03/23/2021

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The best decision we made

You will want to hire them for your wedding. I cannot say it enough -- they are absolutely great! Our original date was June 6, 2020 but we had to reschedule, because of the pandemic, to March 6, 2021. They were absolutely amazing with this reschedule and really worked to make our day great. When our rehearsal dinner restaurant cancelled on us last minute, Cook Shack saved the day. Everyone -- I mean everyone -- commented on how great the food was. Their staff, especially bartenders, were outstanding. Highly, highly recommend -- hire them!

Randy Sent on 03/22/2021

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Exceeded our expectations!

Tracey B and her staff did an amazing job at my daughter’s wedding reception. Cook Shack exceeded our expectations! The food was excellent, the service was elegant and professional, and the planning was easy. We still get compliments about their service on that special day. We will use them again for our next big event and have given out their names to our friends looking for quality caterers.

Taylor Sent on 10/29/2020

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Great food!

I cannot tell you how amazing this company is!! The food, the people, just amazing! Cook Shack was great to work with during the Covid-19 pandemic. When everything happened, they gave us lots of options on what we could use our deposit for. My original venue was the complete opposite so I was worried to reach out. They worked with us and ended up letting us use our deposit towards our rehearsal dinner the day before our wedding instead of using them for our actual wedding day as our new venue had food included. To me, this was extremely understanding of the situation in the world and says a lot about the type of people working here!!!!! To top it off, they added some veggies to the meal to make it more complete. Again, I can not say enough good things about cook shack, simply amazing!!!

Lori Sent on 10/14/2020

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Awesome Food

Can't say enough about the quality of food we had at our Rehearsal Dinner that was prepared by Cook Shack staff. They were awesome serving as well as cooking on site. Definitely will use again in the future. Highly recommend them for your event.

John Sent on 09/04/2020

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Look no further!!

Our entire experience with Cook Shack from food selection, taste testing, logistics, and day-of was phenomenal. The entire team was so great to work with, especially during the uncertain times of COVID. They truly make the bride and groom their priority and have excellent service. Our guest even stated they wished they could take to-go plates of food from our wedding because of how delicious it was! We are so grateful Austin, Tracy, and their entire team were part of our special day and would hands down have them be a part of any future catering needs we may have.

Brandi Sent on 09/01/2020

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Highly Recommend Cook Shack!!

Cook Shack was the best to work with! Like most couples, we did end up having to postpone our wedding reception because of Covid from April to August and they were more than accommodating. The fact that they were so easy to work with as we changed our date definitely helped alleviate some stress on us during that time!

After our tasting (which was so fun and personal!), we raved about how great everything tasted to our friends and family. It did not disappoint on the wedding day!! SO many guests came up to us told us how great the food was and asked us who our caterer was! We also used their bartenders and servers and they all did a fabulous job!!

We highly recommend Cook Shack! Great communication and awesome food!

Tess Sent on 02/27/2020

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Best decision of our wedding!

Don't even bother looking anywhere else- CookShack is the BEST! The number of guests that told us our wedding food was the best they have ever had was insane. Such easy folks to work with and they truly made our wedding day so easy and enjoyable. Would highly recommend the cheese quesadillas as an appetizer, beef brisket and the cornbread as part of your main meal, and adding on the ICE CREAM BAR! Our guests absolutely loved the Howling Cow ice cream CookShack provided. I wish we could married again purely for the food! :) Thank you, CookShack - truly made our wedding perfect!

James Sent on 02/17/2020

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Incredible food and Quality Service- Great Team

The Cookshack team was incredible from start to finish, being a LGBT couple, it was important for us to have welcoming vendors and the team at Cookshack couldn't have been more accepting. We tried several caterers, but the sample dinner at Cookshack was leaps and bounds above the other vendors in the Raleigh area. The cookshack team worked with us to add in a few custom items and tweak a recipe for our guests preferences. The broiled pimento cornbread was a crowd-pleaser! The day of the wedding, we had nothing to worry about and were able to enjoy ourselves as well as our guests!

Alexa Sent on 01/15/2020

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I Dare You

I dare you to schedule tastings with any other caterers and then schedule a tasting with CookShack. You will be blown away at the difference in quality, taste, options, professionalism, and willingness to mold your wedding menu into anything you want it to be. Tracey and Austin were phenomenal to work with during our wedding planning process and executed the wedding day flawlessly. Everyone we talked to said the food was the best they’ve ever had at a wedding, including our photographer who works weddings all the time. There is no doubt in my mind that we made the right decision when hiring CookShack as our wedding caterers.

Erika Sent on 12/12/2019

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Delicious food and the most generous people!

Cook Shack is just the best! They cook seriously delicious food, with a huge menu and wide variety of options. Plus, the staff are just the nicest people ever. You will not walk away from any interaction with them without plenty of to-go boxes and a smile on your face!

Rachel Sent on 11/04/2019

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Amazing Food!!!

We knew we wanted to have Cook Shack cater our wedding before we even tried their food simply based on what we had heard about them from people who previously had them cater an event or from other vendors in the wedding business community! Cook Shack has a well known reputation and they have delicious food! They served so much food for us to try in our consultation which made planning our menu easy for the wedding. For appetizers we had chicken and waffles, pimento cheese on cornbread, and fried green tomatoes. For dinner we did BBQ pork, brisket, and Chicken a la Spring with salads and rolls to start, and for sides we had coleslaw, potatoes, loaded baked beans, and Mac and cheese. Then for dessert we had apple crisp and banana pudding. We had plated salads and everything else buffet style. Everyone loved the food and they sent food with us that night when the wedding ended, along with a gift bag of goodies! They offer a high quality of service, are always professional, were responsive and flexible in the planning process, and definitely showed us how much they valued us as customers! Highly recommend having them cater your next event!!!

Anna Sent on 10/31/2019

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I would recommend Cookshack to anyone and everyone!! The food is ridiculously good and the staff were so wonderful. We had so many compliments on our food after the wedding. The hors d'oeuvres and mac and cheese were especially a huge hit! Tracey was a dream to work with leading up to the wedding!! She was so kind, always available for questions and really listened to what we wanted. The staff the day of were also fabulous. They were really great at making sure my groom and I got to eat at our wedding reception while trying to make sure we still got to talk to everyone. They even sent us home with a late night to-go containers of dinner and desserts after the wedding. One of my favorite vendors by far!

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Amazing!

Cook Shack catered our wedding earlier this month, and WOW!!! The hors d-oeuvres, food, lemonades, and assorted pies were amazing. They served us with the best ribeye steaks/rosemary chickens we've tasted in our lives, and don't even get me started about the sides. All of our guests were impressed and really enjoyed everything and everyone left full and happy :) (and that's saying a lot because we had 350+ people attend)! More importantly the Cook Shack team was AWESOME - so organized and on top of everything. Austin is the warmest person you'll ever meet and Tracey was such a pleasure to work with! I can't say enough good things- I recommend them to everyone now- you will NOT be disappointed (make sure you get the homemade pita chips and buffalo chicken dip- it's a crowd favorite). THANK YOU COOK SHACK

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Hire Cook Shack now!!!!

Cook Shack was amazing to work with! Tracey and Austin were helpful, flexible, friendly, funny. The tasting was amazing! Their homemade preserves are amazing! They packed up a meal for Chris and I! They packed up leftovers for us! They packed up the top layer of our cake for us! They gave us a gift bag with t-shirts, preserves, and a wedding gift! Everyone that was at our reception said the food was amazing! Thank you Cook Shack!

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Great food!

Everyone at our wedding raved about the food! I was so pleased with how everything turned out. Cook Shack even packed up enough left overs for my husband and I to have two meals after our wedding. That was such a thoughtful touch and meant so much!

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Amazing experience

Austin, Tracy and their team are phenomenal. The food and the service were amazing. From the very beginning of planning, they were so patient and understanding. The food resonates the passion they have for what they do. I am sad our wedding is over because the food was my favorite part! thank you for everything❤️

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They were so Amazing!

The were so lovely and the food tasting was amazing! 10/10 recommend

Jennifer Sent on 07/29/2019

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7 mos later people still remember the food

Wow! Cook Shack's pricing was unbeatable, and their food was unbelievable. I was soooo glad they sent apps to our bridesmaid suite because it knocked our sock off! They even made us going away plates and gave us a gift basket. I wanted to include so many guests on our special day, and catering pricing was the main thing that allowed us to do so. They also let us buy our own wine and get our own cake from Publix. I soooo aprpeciated all their help. Highly recommend. Also I am a food snob. :) They were great! And very kind and friendly. Guests still comment on how great the food was, 7 mos later!

Shannon Sent on 07/04/2019

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Simply amazing

There are not enough words to express how wonderful Austin and his team are. The quality of the food, service, and presentation are top notch! But what makes Cook Shack so amazing, they make you part of their family!

Sarah Sent on 06/29/2019

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So Delicious And Easy To Work With!

Working with Cook Shack for our wedding was great! Austin was so hospitable to us at our tasting in January, as well as on our wedding day. He went above and beyond to serve me, my husband, and my family. Tracey was so easy to communicate with during the planning process and she was prompt in sending updated quotes and answering questions. Most importantly, the food was absolutely delicious and our guests raved about it! Cook Shack was great to work with and every single food we tried was delicious! We would highly recommend them!

Megan Sent on 06/19/2019

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Amazing Experience!

We couldn't imagine our wedding without Cook Shack!! We first met Austin and Tracey at an open house event at our venue. They were so nice and after sampling the food we knew we had found our caterer! Throughout the wedding planning process Tracey was quick to respond to emails. The food at our wedding was amazing and we are still get compliments from guests!!

Megan Sent on 06/17/2019

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Cook Shack went above and beyond!

We hired Cook Shack for our wedding on June 1st and they were amazing! When we were first looking for a Caterer, we knew we wanted them the minute we left the tasting. Unlike most "tastings" from Caterers, they cooked us an entire meal of the items we wanted to taste. They even sent us home with leftovers! They really made us feel welcome in their kitchen.

Leading up to the wedding day, they helped with some last minute changes/additions (we added a cheese display and a water station for guests outside due to the hot weather) and they were extremely accommodating.

The day of, our guests were raving about the food! Especially the Mac & Cheese. Cook Shack allowed us to combine all of our favorite southern food along with our love of Mexican food. Who would have thought that would be possible?! Austin made sure my husband and I ate too. The minute we sat down at our table, he came over and asked us what we would like to eat. We said everything and he brought over plates full of a little bit of everything! I'm so thankful for that.

They are professional, friendly and know how to cook a darn good meal. I highly suggest hiring them not just for a wedding, but for any catering event you could possibly need! I know I will.

Wendy Sent on 06/11/2019

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Awesome food and awesome service!

You will not regret using Cook Shack! Their food is absolutely delicious! We used them for my daughter's wedding, and all of our guests raved about the food and the service! Tracy and Austin are wonderful to work with and go above and beyond to assure your experience is perfect! Our family has been to numerous events that Cook Shack catered, and they never disappoint!

Emily Sent on 06/09/2019

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Amazing Caterer

Where do I start with how amazing Cook Shack was? First, they set up a tasting and paired us with another couple so that we had the opportunity to try different foods. We ended up switching a few things, but it was all delicious and they sent us home with the leftovers! Before the wedding, they quickly responded to all emails and questions, and even sent photos. During the wedding, they were on top of everything. Our guests LOVED the food. My dad lost his job a few months before the wedding, and they worked with my parents on collecting payments. They even gave us a gift basket. They went above and beyond to make our day perfect. I would highly recommend them!

Lonnita Sent on 05/22/2019

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Absolutely Amazing

We used Cook Shack for our wedding. From beginning to end they were beyond amazing. Tracey and Austin were so helpful. They even made us a little go to plate to take with us because they knew we wouldn’t get a chance to eat. The food....omg I can’t say enough about the food. My husband and I didn’t get a chance to taste the meatballs during cocktail hour and everyone was raving about them. I emailed Tracey and they made us a little batch of them. I’m trying to figure out now how and when I can use Cook Shack again. I would highly highly highly recommend them for ANY event you have!!! Amazing food and service.

Amy S. Sent on 03/06/2019

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Delicious!

After you go to the tasting you won't go anywhere else. The staff is amazing and all of the food was absolutely delicious. I have heard so many wonderful things about them from numerous vendors and brides and all the praise is definitely warranted.

Staci Sent on 10/16/2018

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Our compliments to the chef, etal!

The Italian buffet was delicious, compliments everywhere! The staff was friendly, courteous and professional! We will use them again!

Hayley Sent on 10/11/2018

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We really can't say enough good things about Cook Shack after our wedding! We looked at a few different catering companies in the Raleigh area before our event and Cook Shack was by FAR the best value anywhere around! Their food is incredible, tastes like your mom's home cooking (everyone at our wedding was raving about the brisket!) and their staff is so incredibly sweet and accommodating. They will go out of their way to make sure you have exactly what you want and PLENTY of it. These guys are wonderful, you won't regret hiring them.

Jill Sent on 09/30/2018

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We are dying for another opportunity to hire Cook Shack - one of the saddest parts of our wedding being over is that we don’t know when we’ll be able to enjoy their delicious food again! We knew from our private tasting that Cook Shack was the one, and we immediately cancelled all other scheduled tastings. Austin and Tracey are extremely kind and helpful, rates are incredibly reasonable, and the team took such great care of us from the moment we first reached out until every last bite of our leftovers was devoured in the days following our wedding. At our tasting, we added several items to our menu that we never thought we’d have any reason to include – like warm pimento cheese dip with homemade pita chips - where has that been all my life? Other apps of chicken and waffles, bacon wrapped shrimp, and fruit/veggie/cheese platter were a huge hit (the team also kindly prepared a huge appetizer tray for the bridal party to enjoy during photos). We served a buffet w/ awesome salad, beef kbobs, lemon rosemary chicken, sweet potato soufflé, asparagus, and mac & cheese, and finished the night with a biscuit bar with all the toppings. Cook Shack also provided bartending services (we provided alcohol) and we heard many compliments throughout the night about how great they were, as well as how friendly/helpful Cook Shack servers were. Throughout planning, Tracey was amazingly responsive to my million questions about timing, rentals, cake cutting, real vs. disposable dishes, head count, layout, bar logistics, etc. They were so sweet to send us home with plates of food (including utensils and a mini bottle of champagne!), as well as a gift basket with homemade sauces and t-shirts. They packaged leftovers and helped with loading leftover alcohol. So delicious/fresh/homemade, personalized, stress-free, and a dream of a catering experience – thank you, Cook Shack, for making our experience seamless and so delectable! Cook Shack is the best of the best – you won’t be disappointed!

Alex Sent on 07/31/2018

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If you are looking for an amazing caterer for your wedding or any event look no further, Cook Shack Catering is the absolute best! Throughout my entire wedding planning Cook Shack Catering was so easy and friendly to work with. It was difficult for my husband and me to pick our wedding food, because all of their food was absolutely delicious. We ended up going with Shrimp and Grits, Chicken and Waffles, and a Cheese Tray for our appetizers. Our meal consisted of Beef Brisket, Chicken Pot Pie, Mac and Cheese, String Beans, Salad, Cornbread. Let me tell you, we received SO MANY compliments from everyone saying the food was outstanding. Food is not the only thing Cook Shack has going for them, their service is impeccable. Their staff did a fabulous job bartending and catering at our wedding. They even prepared to-go food for my husband and I and the sweetest honeymoon package to take with us when we departed from our wedding. I could just go on and on about Cook Shack, they are good people! Thank you for making our day so special, we are forever grateful!

Kara Sent on 06/26/2018

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Cook Shack was absolutely fantastic for our wedding. They were one of the caterers we had to choose from at our venue and luckily we had their food at a friend's wedding and were able to taste at a tasting event at the venue. We knew by both experiences that we had to use Cook Shack. Tracey and Austin were awesome and so easy to work with. They are extremely responsive and helpful. The actual tasting we had for our wedding was such an awesome experience. There was so much food to try and everything was fantastic. The day of the wedding was a dream. They were so professional and the food was again perfect. We went with a plated dinner which we were told wasn't what they usually are used to, but it turned out perfectly. The service was fantastic with everyone being served very quickly. Guests are still raving about the food! We would recommend Cook Shack to anyone looking for the best service and food quality!

Kristi Sent on 06/10/2018

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Cook Shack was PHENOMENAL! We found them through the recommendations of our Wedding Coordinator, and upon reaching out was impressed by their options, pricing, responsiveness, and customer service! From the start Tracey was so so friendly! We (at the time) lived 3 hours away and they accommodated us for a private tasting for our big day. When we arrived, we had no idea what we were in for - imagine the best food ever.... and then triple that! Austin and his assistant were so wonderful - it was like we were dining with old friends! We left a bit later and were in a food coma of deliciousness! We didn't even have to try out any other catering company - we knew Cook Shack had to be the ones to handle our big day. We ended up moving out of state during the engagement, and throughout my many questions, they were very responsive and kind - and believe me I ask a LOT of questions. On our big day, they were even better than imagined. People have been raving about the food since social hour. They brought us our food and made us to go plates - which we ate as soon as we reached the hotel. Their staff was polite and delightful to us and all of our guests. We also loved the option of having them donate the leftovers to homeless shelters. If you are in between on catering companies for your big event - look no further! They are SO WORTH IT! Thanks Tracey and Austin!!

Briana Sent on 06/10/2018

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The Cook Shack team was amazing! Tracey was incredibly helpful during the planning process and Austin provided a tasting to help us decide the menu. We did a family style meal and everyone RAVED about the food. It was so so good! The spicy mac and cheese is something everyone still talks about. Cook Shack is incredibly affordable and you really get access to a great team. Choosing Cook Shack was a great decision!

Lennie Sent on 05/28/2018

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Austin Murray and his Cook Shack team exceeded every expectation at my daughters recent wedding. For starters we actually visited his business location in Louisburg and sampled various dishes with our wedding planner. Convinced that all the food was the highest quality made it easy to pick out our favorite appetizers and entrees. Since the wedding I have had no fewer than 50 people tell me it was the best food they have ever gotten at a catered event. I wholeheartedly agree. The staff was perfectly professional and served 300 guests with Ease.....And now the best part....The cost was very reasonable for the quality received.
If you are planning any event I would strongly recommend Cook Shack .

Lennie And Laura Blackley

Marsha Sent on 05/15/2018

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We met with two caterers, both were great, but Cook Shack options are far superior and the food is AMAZING. Austin and his team were professional from beginning to end. The weather was a huge factor and the staff were flipping tables and re-arranging last minute - I have never seen people work so hard in POURING down rain like ever before. The food was awesome and people are still talking about his waffles. STILL TALKING about THE WAFFLES, NOT THE BRIDE! LOL! I would not hesitate using them for every catering event personally and will recommend them to anyone looking. You will not be disappointed! Thank you Austin and his team! YOU ARE THE BEST!

Taylor Sent on 05/11/2018

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Cook Shack was a pleasure to work with. They were so great at listening to our needs. Several other vendors we spoke with didnt let us shy away from their menu but Cook Shack was more than willing to offer anything we dreamt of. The team is professional and as organized as it gets. Aside from their amazing customer service, let me talk FOOD! It was all incredible. Everyone commented on how amazing the food tasted and looked! I would recommend them to ANYONE looking for a caterer, whether its a wedding, corporate event, or more!

Susan Sent on 04/24/2018

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We cannot say enough great things about Cook Shack! We used them as a preferred vendor at the Sutherland and they were wonderful! Our B-B-Que menu was done to perfection and everyone at the rehearsal dinner was raving about the food for days! The bride and groom did a tasting and it surpassed their exceptions! The hot pimento cheese dip appetizer is to die for! There was great communication with Tracey and Austin even threw in some wonderful cooked apples on our buffet that we had not even asked for! Needless to say we had plenty of food! The leftovers will not go to waste! They were willing to work with us as we were from out of sate to insure everything was done to our liking. They even let us ship a dessert from Ohio to them to serve! Their attention to detail, their wonderful staff and fabulous food made it a very enjoyable evening for everyone! We highly recommend them!

Heather Sent on 04/11/2018

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Almost 3 weeks out from our wedding and everyone still cannot stop talking about the food. From the moment we contacted the Cook Shack about scheduling a tasting we knew there was something different about this company. They make you feel like you are part of their Cook Shack family from the moment of first contact until the last bit of food is packed away. Throughout the process the Cook Shack sends your personalized notes and they are always available with any questions you may have regarding catering and beyond. At our tasting we were paired with another couple who tried a menu completely different from ours. I do not think there is ANYTHING the Cook Shack cannot cook. The Grilled Potato Salad and Biscuit Bar were a huge hit. We were blown away when they brought over a table with all our appetizer choices, drinks for the bridal party, and covered it with a table cloth during pictures. The excellent service continued throughout the night we never had to ask for anything, were brought our meals, had to go boxes packed for us, and they even sent my parents home with large platters of food. Our guest all commented on how there was impeccable service and food through the night. There was not a cup empty nor a belly not full.

Hannah Sent on 02/15/2018

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I can't rate Cookshack high enough! We used them for our wedding at the Merrimon Wynne in Raleigh, and couldn't be happier. Right from the beginning of the tasting, they treated us so kindly and were so easy to work with. They adapted my late grandfather's ham and swiss rolls and my granfather's favorite bread pudding - it meant so much to pay homage to them. Guests are still telling me how much they loved the food - especially the barbecue and the "not-your-average-wedding-chicken" stuffed chicken breast! Thanks again, guys!

Jamie Sent on 11/27/2017

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Cook Shack is the very best!! Cook Shack catered our daughter's wedding, Oct 28, 2017 at The Sutherland in Wake Forest. From our first meeting at the tasting, we knew Austin and Tracey were something special. We had such a great time that evening tasting Asian won tons, Filet on a Fry, Hot Pimento & Cheese Dip, and Crab Dip. The main course selections of chicken, brisket, and steak were over the top accompanied by roasted vegetables and a mashed potato bar. It was simple to say yes to everything and even add some surprises like a s'mores bar and late night sliders to our wedding selections. Even with all these choices, creating a great feast for our 280 guests, the price was still extremely reasonable.

Above and beyond the spectacular food was Cook Shack's first class service. Everyone on the Cook Shack team was helpful and kind. Our water glasses were never empty, there was plenty of food, and the buffet ran seamlessly. Austin checked with us numerous times during the reception to see if we needed anything. He even made sure the babysitters and children inside the house had food. At the end of the night, the bride and groom had a special array of food to take with them, and we received yummy leftovers too.

I highly recommend Cook Shack and look forward to working with them again. After all, they practically feel like family!

Lindsay Sent on 11/21/2017

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We used Cook Shack Catering for my daughter's wedding . It was held at The Oaks at Salem in Apex, NC. Austin and his team at Cook Shack Catering totally exceeded expectations. Their food was excellent-classic NC bbq cooked to perfection. His team was professional, helpful and made the entire process easy and worry free. Their menu is extensive and they were willing to customize dishes. I highly, highly recommend Cook Shack Catering!

Kimberly Sent on 11/15/2017

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Our wedding was amazing all thanks to the wonderful staff at Cook Shack! The food was absolutely wonderful and they made sure our guest as well as the bridal party were well taken care of! People are still raving about the food today from our wedding day! Thanks Cook Shack for being apart of our special day and making our wedding day everything we could have imagined!!

Caitlin Sent on 10/12/2017

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Cook Shack catered our wedding in June, and let me just say...the food and service was awesome!! All of the guests raved about the food, and they are amazing people to work with! They were so down to earth and helpful in creating the perfect menu and price to meet our budget needs.
Tracey helped me sort everything out, and made sure that I had everything that I needed, right down to galvanized buckets to ice our waters for the ceremony and how many tables, chairs, and linens I would need! Overall an amazing experience and I would suggest them to anyone and everyone. They have menu selections in all price ranges and work with other vendors to give you the most stress free experience!

Cassandra Sent on 09/23/2017

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This place is absolutely amazing. It is a must for your wedding and or any function that you may have. This organization is a family run facility. They are ALL extremely friendly and care about what they do. Their food is absolutely excellent. People are still talking about how amazing everything was (we got married on Sept 10 2017).

They made sure that we ate immediately after the ceremony. Filled up our plate with all of the options, including the kids meals. They asked if we need a drink several times during the night. Made sure all of our guests were happy. They also packed up a to go container for us and all of the leftovers. As well as, giving us a gift basket.

This place is a must. Their menu is very extensive, and their food is absolutely to die for.

Jenifer Sent on 08/21/2017

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AMAZING!! One word describes Cook Shack Catering. Our catering search for my daughter's wedding reception ended after our first meeting with Austin and Tracey. They made us feel like their most valuable client. They listened to our ideas and made helpful suggestions when we needed them. They were approachable and responsive throughout the wedding planning process. The reception was fabulous!! The food was exceptional with stellar reviews from our guest, the lemon rosemary chicken was fantastic and crowd favorite was the beef brisket. Their attention to detail was perfect and their waitstaff was kind and professional. Special attention was given to the bride and groom throughout the evening to make sure they had everything they needed, from food to beverage. You know that you hit it out of the park when guest call two weeks later asking who the caterer was because they want to recommend them to a friend. You only get one go at a perfect reception...that is exactly what we got with Cook Shack....Perfect!! Thanks Austin, Tracey and the Cook Shack Team.

Haleigh Sent on 08/07/2017

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If I could give Cook Shack more than 5 stars, I would. Cook Shack went above and beyond their role in our wedding. Even from the beginning stages, Tracey and Austin were so supportive and responsive to our needs and wants. They made suggestions when we needed them, and we're open to our specific requests that were not necessarily in the contract. When it came down to the last few days before our wedding, I made several last minute requests that they welcomed with open arms. Regarding the food, the presentation of everything was absolutely stunning. Every selection we made for our menu was spot on (and let me say, I HIGHLY recommend the brisket). If you are looking for a caterer that performs above and beyond in all areas, cook Shack is the way to go. Didn't have a thing to worry about!! Thank you SO MUCH for making our wedding day perfect!

Amy Sent on 06/30/2017

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I can't say enough good things about the Cook Shack! They are very responsive and easy to work with and also very professional in every sense of the word. They are an affordable caterer who does everything top notch with AMAZING food!! If you are on the fence with who to choose for a caterer, look no further! You will be sadly mistaken if you do not go with the Cook Shack!

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Austin and his team drove 3.5 hours to cater our daughter's wedding on 3.18.17 in SC. Everything was absolutely excellent. Our southern menu included crab dip w/pita, hot pimento cheese dip, quesadillas, Caesar salad, pulled pork, shrimp & grits, red potato bar, baked beans. The staff were attentive, friendly and efficient. Professional in every way. Even including 7 hours driving, the price was comparable to local pricing.
I had previously used Cook Shack for business events of 75 and 650 people and on 3.30.17 an event for 950 people. The food and service at each event was excellent and far surpassed the quality of past catering companies I've used. I've already booked Cook Shack for a Jan 2018 event.
No need to look any further, Cook Shack is simply the best catering company you will ever find.

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If you are even questioning which caterer to use, look no further. Cook Shack is seriously the best caterer there is out there. I worked in the wedding industry for several years, so for my own wedding... I wanted three things 1. Amazing tasting food 2. Food served well (right temperature, good timing, etc.) 3. And the best service out there. I promise you Cook Shack is all three of those things. Do not be fooled into thinking that BBQ is all they do best. They practically let my husband and I handpick our southern staple "stations". Although my wedding was pretty I think :), the number one thing our guests keep talking and raving about was the food!!! Austin, Tracey, and the Cook Shack Team are seriously the best out there.

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Cook Shack catered our wedding Spring 2017. The food was phenomenal and the service was the BEST! Communication with them is superb. Tracey always emailed be back right away with answers to any questions I had. They even plated our dessert table and cut and served our wedding cake, neither of which they supplied the food for. All our guests raved about the fantastic food and great service. They boxed up all the leftover food, including the desserts and cake, and even put them in our vehicles. We wish they had a restaurant because we would be loyal customers!

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The food was amazing! Everyone is still raving about it and it's almost been three weeks! The folks at cook shack are so nice and helpful! We had no idea what we were getting into with catering and Tracey walked us through everything we needed! They make sure you're taken care of and they make sure you at least get a bite to eat! So sweet! 10/10 if you're in the NC triangle area and news an event catered look no further!

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This catering company is everything and more. Austin, Tracey and staff are so professional, hospitable, and kind. I will never forget when we came in for our tasting, Austin was there waiting for us. The other bride was not able to make it, but they still cooked everything on our menu PLUS some more so we could try different items. It honestly felt like a family dinner, so comfortable and homey. Austin stayed with us the whole time with his undivided attention. He truly made us feel so special. On top of that the food was incredible. And on top of THAT, we found out all left overs are packaged by local volunteers, frozen, and donated to those in need. The amazing food was one of things our wedding guests raved about and still continue to talk about. Great people and a wonderful business. Thank you Cook Shack!

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Food...one of the most important parts of a wedding...as far as guests are concerned and Cook Shack was such a hit catering our wedding. Their tables were set up so beautifully. They were very easy and accommodating to work with. The servers/bartenders were wonderful. They answered questions timely and were willing to go above and beyond to give us just what we wanted. a smooth sailing wedding day! They even gave us a lovely wedding gift, along with take home plates since we hardly had time to eat! Highly recommend!

Lindsay Sent on 12/21/2016

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Cook Shack was the best vendor we dealt with!! Austin and Tracey are amazing to work with. Tracey emails back really fast and they are so willing to help. They helped light candles on the tables too in addition to serving the food. The food is the best and Austin makes sure that everything stays warm and is fresh. It was cold on my wedding night and they even threw in a hot chocolate bar. I will definitely use them again in the future for other events!!!

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The food was beyond perfect and the service from entire staff was amazing. The bar tender Courtney went above and beyond and truly made the day perfect! So glad we chose them!

Carolann Sent on 12/05/2016

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The food is absolutely amazing!! Everything was so delicious, I still have guest talking about the food.

Meaghan Sent on 11/16/2016

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If I could give Cook Shack an extra star, I would. I can't speak more highly of Cook Shack as a whole -- absolutely everything from the coordination, food, and service was phenomenal. Tracey was in constant contact with my wedding coordinator throughout the planning process and was a pleasure to work with, and was very responsive. I've been to many weddings where the food was more or less "OK", but the food served at our reception was similar to something I'd lovingly cook up and serve at home -- it was hearty, comforting, and delicious! We had more than enough food for all of our guests and vendors (which was a big concern of mine prior to the day-of since we had a rather large guest list). The staff went above an beyond their call of duty to offer courteous buffet and clean-up service, make sure my husband and I were well fed and watered, and assist in a time of mini-panic in terms of decor set-up. You'll be hard pressed to find another caterer in the Raleigh/Durham area who offers the same level of professionalism, culinary skill, and value.

Jim Sent on 10/24/2016

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I couldn't even begin to do justice as to how wonderful Cook Shack was. My daughter's wedding was this past Saturday and Cook Shack out of Louisburg, NC catered. The reception was in Market Hall in Raleigh - so don't be afraid they won't come to Raleigh. I mean Louisburg to Raleigh isn't far but some folks may think it is.

I am thrilled that my wife and our daughter chose them. Cook Shack was:

- A pleasure to deal with.
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- And...The food was fantastic!

Plus, all the folks helped me out in a small emergency/crisis. The wedding planner called us at 4:00PM to let us know that certain things - some heavy - had not been moved from storage in the reception site to the wedding ceremony venue - with the ceremony to start at 5:15PM. Every person from Cook Shack cheerfully volunteered to help out and they turned this emergency into a non-event with quick actions and strong backs.

Heather Sent on 06/17/2016

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I can't say enough about Cook Shack Catering! My now husband was deployed while I was picking venues, so I was very hesitant to make choices without him. . . but then I sat with Austin and tried their food! I had already tasted with two other catering companies and wasn't very excited about either one, but after my tasting I immediately got in touch with Drew and told him how excited I was about Cook Shack's food. With a May 28th wedding date, we knew we couldn't wait, so I booked them! Austin and Tracey were amazing every step of the way. We were able to go to the group tasting they provide for all of their couples and Drew was able to experience just how amazing their food tastes and how wonderful they are. Austin even made a hor d'oeuvre for us that isn't on their menu (although it probably should be)! Our wedding day was very hot, and immediately following the ceremony Austin personally brought the entire wedding party beverages and hor d'oeuvres while we were taking pictures. On top of that, he remembered just how much I love the Strawberry Lemonade and brought it to me himself! The entire staff was absolutely amazing and our guests are still talking about the food. We can't thank them enough for helping make our day so incredibly perfect.

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Absolutely the best food ever!! Austin and his staff will not disappoint! Worth every penny for all your catering needs!!!!

Catrina Sent on 05/31/2016

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Cook shack is worth EVERY penny. They are so professional, responsive, and their food is beyond excellent. I feel like for what you get, you are stealing that food away! It is like your grandmomma's cooking x30.

There are no hidden costs. What they charge you per head is what you pay. Austin has been catering with his father since he was a teenager and it shows through his food. He knows what he is doing in the kitchen! They took care of everything! At one point I saw Austin escorting my 85 year old grandmother back from the buffet and carried her food for her. Their staff is SO attentive and Tracey (I'm not sure her official title) manages e-mails, quotes, questions, and any concerns you may have. I had numerous conversations with her and she was always extremely patient and helpful no matter what!

We got SO many compliments on our food, a lot of guests said it was the best wedding food they have ever had. We loved Cook Shack! They're the best. Highly recommend.

April Sent on 05/20/2016

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AMAZING!!!! Food was a big priority for our wedding. It couldn't just be mediocre like many weddings we had been to before. Austin and Tracey COMPLETELY delivered. We first met them at a tasting of their menu the fall before our wedding. The food was absolutely delicious and nothing changed on the day our wedding even with a guest list of 170. Tracey even came out to my final walk through at my venue to make sure everything was in order and would flow well. Their entire staff on the day was very professional and attentive. It was made sure that both my husband and I received food first and could actually sit down and enjoy it. Food was brought over for us during cocktail hour while we were all taking pictures so we didn't miss out. Everyone that attended raved about how great the food was and some have still talked about it two weeks later :) They are extrememly reasonable as far as cost as well Highly recommend Cook Shack for all your catering needs. You will not be disappointed!!!

Larry Sent on 05/16/2016

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The food and service provided by Cook Shack Catering for our daughter's wedding was SUPERB!!! Austin and his team had the food ready and hot on time and continually checked to see if our guests were completely satisfied. We have received an abundance of compliments on the food selection and taste. Prior to the wedding, Austin invited us over to his location to taste a variety of items before the final selection was made. Everything was so delicious that we had a difficult time choosing what to serve our guests. For the number of people that were fed, the price was very reasonable.

We would HIGHLY recommend his service for any special occasion.

Whitney Sent on 05/11/2016

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We had the best experience for our wedding and rehearsal dinner with Cook Shack!!! They have such a diverse menu with wonderful options, but Austin will also make anything you can think of for you to try out and see if you want to put that on your event menu. I thought that was the coolest - he made us about 5 different chicken dishes and I absolutely loved the one we ended up choosing, and I got many compliments from wedding guests too. They held a huge event where they made pretty much everything on their menu and everyone was welcome to come eat - that was amazing! They will also hold private meetings with you to go over your menu and questions. For our private meeting with Austin, my now husband and I got full plates of all the food we requested, and we also got to-go boxes! After that experience and realizing what great people work at that company, we were sold. My husband was not very opinionated on anything wedding related but for this he said, "I definitely want to use them" after the meeting haha. We had an awesome pig pickin for the rehearsal dinner and everything was delicious and set up so nicely! For the wedding, they made us our plates right when it seemed like we were ready to eat. However, we got stolen away by our photographers to take advantage of a photo-op without rain, so Austin and his staff took the liberty of making us a new plate when we returned so we didn't have to eat it cold. SO nice!!! Then, we get home and see that we have an amazing cook shack gift with bbq sauce, shirts, etc!! AND our own little to go boxes of everything on the wedding menu. That's in addition to the huge tin containers of leftovers that we got to take home and eat that night with my after party crew haha. No shame. I highly recommend Cook Shack for not only delicious food but an amazing team that make your event that much more enjoyable!

Chelsea Sent on 04/15/2016

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Cook shack is down home country friendly! Perfect for our taste and our venue! They made a dish for us that wasn't on their set menu; and it was a big hit! (Chicken pastry; my favorite!). The bartender was awesome and everyone that attended the wedding said they were so friendly and accomodating! I love how they give you all your left over food to take home; as well as making to go plates for the bride and groom. The best part was the gift they send you off with that has some of their homemade seasoning, bbq sauce, and t-shirts! I don't plan on ever getting married again; or I would definitely be using them again!

Morgan Sent on 03/08/2016

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We could not have asked for better service! Cook Shack went above and beyond what we expected!! The display was absolutely beautiful, the food was AMAZING!! Everyone kept talking about how good every single thing was!! Cook Shack kept us informed the entire time and really helped mus with coordinating this aspect of our day!! The staff was great and so sweet!! Thank you for making our day so very special and STRESS FREE:)

Robin Sent on 03/07/2016

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Tracey and everyone at Cook Shack are awesome to deal with and truly do work with any budget! You can go as fancy as you want or as simple as you want. If you attend a tasting you will be able to see and taste exactly what they offer. We highly recommend them!!! They did a wonderful job at my daughter's wedding. We had many compliments on food, service and presentation.

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Austin and his crew were super nice and accommodating. The food and service was incredible. The bartenders and servers tended to my husband and I all night. If you want amazing BBQ and home cooking, they are perfect. They even sent us home with a gift basket and plates of leftovers. It was a wonderful experience and one of the least stressful parts of my wedding planning after hiring Cook Shack.

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We are so glad we chose cook shack catering. They were very easy to work with and everything turned out better than we expected! Will definitely use them again in the future for other catering needs and recommend to anyone wanting some good ole home cooked food!

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Austin and his team were amazing!! I have recommended them to everyone that attended my wedding.

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We cannot say enough good things about Austin and Tracie and the team at Cook Shack. Do not judge this team by their website, they are truly incredible. The service and attention to detail from Austin and his crew the night of our wedding, the communication back and forth with Tracie leading up to the event; everything was perfect. Our guests raved about our food choices of Shrimp and Grits and Chicken and Waffles for hors d'oeuvres and the brisket was incredible. We will always use Cook Shack and their team if we ever host a large event again!

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