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David Alan Hospitality Group

David Alan Hospitality Group

Berlin, CT
4.9 out of 5 rating, 131 reviews
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    Thank you David Alan for catering our special day!

    David Alan Hospitality Group catered our wedding on September 6th, 2025, and they were absolutely amazing from start to finish! We had a beer and wine bar, passed hors d'oeuvres, and a buffet dinner with garlic thyme chicken, teres major, garlic mashed potatoes, rigatoni ala vodka, and sautéed green beans. We also had a charcuterie platter that was so fresh and presented beautifully! Everything was so fresh and delicious. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how good the food was! The staff was incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive to us and our guests all night. My husband and I had a personal attendant that made sure our plates and glasses were never empty. They made sure everything ran smoothly and that we always had what we needed. It really allowed us to relax and enjoy our day. I want to shoutout Meghan, Ashley and Rachel for being so easy to reach throughout the planning process. Your professionalism is incredible. We couldn’t be happier with our experience and would 100% recommend David Alan Hospitality Group to anyone looking for great food and amazing service on their wedding day!
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    Professional

    Booked with my wedding planner so majority of the communication was done through my planner but on the day of the wedding I had a personal assistant who ensured my husband and I was taken care of and attended to which was nice. I know that is very typical but the person we had we very attentive but not over-bearing. I liked how the company had everything included from table rentals to linen and silverware and chargers. My only thing is it the salmon option I had during the tasting had a mango salad served with it but this changed somewhere along the planning process to a garlic yogurt sauce that I was not a fan of.
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    Delicious Food and Incredible Service from DAHG

    David Alan Hospitality Group (DAHG) was incredible to work with! The food was absolutely delicious, and the team went above and beyond to help us stay organized and accommodate our requests with flexibility. They were professional, responsive, and a true pleasure to work with from start to finish.

    We really enjoyed our tasting - it was such a treat to sample so many options, and it made us confident in our menu choices. On the wedding day, everything came together seamlessly, and our guests are still raving about the food.

    On top of it all, the value was outstanding. We loved working with the entire DAHG team and highly recommend them to anyone planning a wedding or special event!
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    Amazing! Totally recommend!

    We used David Alan for our wedding and they were absolutely incredible. From start to finish, their team coordinated everything seamlessly and with such professionalism. I couldn’t believe how organized, accommodating, and attentive they were. They truly went above and beyond to make the day stress-free. The food was excellent, beautifully presented, and enjoyed by all our guests. We felt completely taken care of and couldn’t have asked for a better catering partner. Highly recommend!
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    Exceptional Food and Service

    We just had our wedding on 5/10/25 and DAHG was a key vendor that made our day so perfect. My dad, who passed away 10 years ago, was actually named David Alan spelled exactly the same way. So when we first booked the Wadsworth Mansion as our venue and saw this preferred caterer it felt like fate. After a tasting we knew it was the right fit. We were so well taken care of by the whole DAHG team from start to finish throughout 2 years of planning including 2 tastings, tons of back and forth emails, final details calls, a day before walkthrough at the venue and most importantly the flawless execution of our wedding event. I can't tell you how many times throughout the night our guests were saying "best wedding food ever" and truly, when we were walking around to try and greet all the tables people were legitimately cleaning their whole plates. The service we received as the bride and groom was absolutely above and beyond - starting from a bridal suite refreshment plate and water pitcher for me and my girls which was the perfect snack to tide us all over through the ceremony. Our bridal attendant brought us drinks immediately after the ceremony and refreshments while we were out taking photos during cocktail hour. They checked on us all night long and refreshed our drinks so we never had to go to the bar ourselves. We really like moscow mules but ginger beer isn't a standard mixer so we did a Costco run and provided that to them, and they were happy to make those all night for us and any guests. And they ended up being a huge hit! I just can't recommend DAHG enough, the entire team is exceptional from the event producers to the day-of staff, and the chefs behind the scenes. They were such a massive part of our very special day.
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    Exceptional Catering and Service—A Wedding Dream Come True!

    David Alan Hospitality Group was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From start to finish, they delivered on every promise and then some. The food was incredible—everything plated was delicious and beautifully presented. The drinks were equally amazing, and our guests couldn’t stop raving about both.

    What truly set them apart was their exceptional staff. They went above and beyond, providing unmatched service with warmth and professionalism. Every team member was attentive, friendly, and made us feel so well cared for. Their attention to detail was impeccable, and they created a glamorous, seamless experience that made our wedding day feel truly special.

    We will never forget how wonderful David Alan Hospitality Group made us feel, and we hope to work with them again for future events. If you’re looking for top-tier catering with incredible food, outstanding service, and a team that executes every detail to perfection, look no further. We’d hire them again in a heartbeat!

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    Amazing Caterers

    David Alan Hospitality Group were our caterers for our wedding this past fall at The Wadsworth Mansion. They were absolutely amazing and beyond exceeded our expectations. They were so organized and made our day so special. They set everything up beautifully and the staff was so friendly and so helpful the day of. It was completely stress free. Highly recommend to anyone for caterer needs!
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    The caterer of our dreams!

    Words can not begin to describe how blown away we are by David Alan Catering. My husband and I are huge foodies and when I came to planning our wedding, good food was the top of our priority list. We did tastings with several caterers but when we did our tasting with David Alan we immediately knew they would hit it out of the park. We had people coming up to us at our wedding telling us how amazing the food was. And as if the food isn’t enough reason to book, the team is so kind and eager to help and flexible. They stopped at nothing to make sure our food vision came to life. David Alan is one of the best decisions we could have made when planning our wedding. Special shoutout to Rachel who went above and beyond to coordinate, answer our many questions and help us to plan.
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    Delicious!!!

    We chose David Alan Hospitality Group as our wedding caterer at the Wadsworth Mansion in Middletown, CT. David Alan was among their preferred vendor list and after researching all of the options, it was the best choice. Their pricing was extremely fair, their options were endless, and their staffing was extremely helpful throughout the entire process. We worked with Rachael throughout the planning process, who was extremely attentive and always available to help us/answer our questions. On the day of, our main coordinator was Jenaya who was equally as amazing! On top of all this, the food was AMAZING. We loved our food at the tasting and it was just as good, if not better, the day of. Many guests, even 1 month later, are still complimenting us on how amazing the food was. Sometimes at weddings the food can be sub-par, but I can truthfully say that David Alan's food is incredibly delicious.
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    Emily Sent on 02/15/2024
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    A wonderful experience!

    David Alan Catering were our caterers for our wedding in August 2023 and we had a wonderful experience with them from start to finish. We went for a tasting and their food was incredibly delicious, and the person we met with was super helpful in talking with us about our options. Their menu options were very flexible and the choices for linens and flatware/dinnerware were perfect for our setting and color scheme. On the day of, the person in charge of our event was so kind and helpful (I believe it was Rachael Chaffin) and clearly had a handle on everything and was very experienced. They were very familiar with the venue (Branford House) which also helped immensely. They were able to set up many of our smaller decorative elements and did it perfectly and with very little need for input from me or my husband. Our officiant was quite rude and had been causing us some stress, and Rachael and the other catering staff were incredibly helpful and supportive in the midst of that as well. Many of our guests commented on how much they enjoyed the food! And the staff were also amazingly helpful and efficient in packing things up at the end of the night. We had a wonderful experience and would recommend them to anyone planning a wedding in a similar area!
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    Perfect Catering Company for a Perfect Day

    We got married in August 2023. David Alan Hospitality group was incredibly accommodating and had amazing service from the tasting to the wedding. I cannot recommend them enough! thank you The food was absolutely delicious, the place settings were perfect, and the staff made my husband and I feel comfortable and made sure we had fun (and ate!) on our wedding day.
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    Organized, responsive, affordable

    David Alan was the caterer of our dreams. They were so much more than the absolutely fantastic food. From the tasting to table settings, ceremony set-up to reception coordination, they made our wedding the most beautiful day. Jenaya took care of every detail in planning down to the smallest details of our menu and up to coordinating the ceremony and reception for our large indoor winter wedding in a multi-roomed mansion. Rachel was our day-of coordinator, and we couldn’t have done it without her! We did our own décor, and she set it up for us, accomplishing a magical feel that we couldn’t have imagined ahead of time. We had some vendors come late, and Rachel took the worry right out of our hands, commanding us to enjoy the day and getting all our vendors together in the background, without a hitch! Every single thing we discussed ahead of time – setting up family photos, arranging our guest table flowers, timing for lighting our candles, and moving chairs without getting in the way of our guests in an already tight indoor space – was done and then some. And at the end of the night, Rachel had us all packed up by the time we had finished saying goodbye to our last guest – we made it to the after party without delay! Rachel is enthusiastic and detailed-oriented, and we were so grateful she was there with us for our day. And finally, Allie was our bridal attendant. She was so kind to us. She took care to reassure me when my emotions threatened to overwhelm me right before walking into the ceremony, handed us our signature drink the minute the wedding ended, and made sure we were fueled by snacks for the entire evening while we visited with our family and friends and danced the night away. David Alan could’ve told us over and over that things couldn’t be done – we couldn’t fit all our guests into the configuration we wanted for our dinner, or that they couldn’t help with our décor (these were all things we heard from other caterers when we interviewed them) and they never did. They helped us to plan the perfect wedding day, making sure the vision we had was achievable, and taking care of even the smallest details for a perfect day. We are so grateful, and we would recommend them to anyone planning a wedding of their own!
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    Can't Put Into Words How FABULOUS DAHG was for us

    I can't even put into words how absolutely wonderful it was to work with David Alan Hospitality Group for our wedding. From the initial call with David to our wedding day with the DAHG team it was an incredible experience. The team went above and beyond to make sure that we felt comfortable, excited, and fully taken care of during planning through to the end of our day. The food was incredible and we got constant compliments on it being "the best wedding food" our guests had ever had. I cannot thank the entire team enough and cannot recommend them more for someone else's wedding day!
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    They are incredible

    We cannot say enough good things about Meghan and the entire team at David Alan. From start to finish they were incredible at keeping in touch, answering questions, and just keeping us updated at all turns. It's truly amazing how they can customize their packages for exactly what you need, and at the fairest prices around! We feel so so lucky that we were able to book them for our wedding! Everyone is still raving about the food! Not only did the team provide great catering service, but they were also an immense support emotionally for us on the day. They were a calm voice and a happy smile that really really made a difference during such an overwhelming day! :) We appreciate you guys more than you know!
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    Went absolutely above and beyond for our wedding!

    We own David Alan a massive thank you for our wedding day! Everyone involved worked like a well oiled machine! Rachel worked her butt off making sure things went smoothly and worked proactively to fix issues before they became issues. We had the pleasure of having Lauren be our day of helper getting us water and making sure we ate during the whole event which was amazing. The group also helped us coordinate and be an extra set of eyes for our ceremony, helping us time people walking down the aisle. Above and beyond what we wanted from them. The food was amazing everyone was thrilled to eat anything that was put in front of them coming back for more! we had a thanksgiving theme dinner and we couldn't have asked for better. The turkey was carved in front of us keeping it from being dry and everything was fabulous. We recommend David Alan not only for the food but also the amazing staff who genuinely care how our event went.
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    Amazing food and service!

    David Alan went above and beyond to make sure our wedding at The Lounsbury House was perfect! The were so accommodating with planning tastings and making changes to the menu. They even made mini milk shakes to serve with our late night sliders! Meghan was so easy to work with and really helped the planning process to go smoothly. Our guests loved the food and we couldn't be happier!
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    Highly Recommend

    We were very lucky to have David Alan cater our wedding at the Wadsworth Mansion in Middletown, CT. The food was superb and the service was fantastic. Everyone we worked with was highly professional and truly made planning out the day fun and easy. An especially huge thanks to Rachel for answering all of our questions and helping us plan out our big day!
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    Hire them immediately!

    We had the MOST AMAZING experience with David Alan. Their food is delicious, their staff is so helpful and responsive, and they went above and beyond during the planning process and on the day of the wedding. First of all, the food: we did a custom menu and got to pick every single dish from cocktail hour to the dessert bar and they executed everything perfectly. Everyone raved about the food (still drool thinking about it). Second, they are so flexible with the planning! Lots of options for table settings and linens, the aforementioned menu customization, a BYO-alcohol option. And finally, the people we worked with there were fantastic! They responded promptly to all of our questions and were transparent about pricing and they also helped so much during the planning process. I loved them all so much. Truly the best part of our wedding was having David Alan.
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    Intimate Wedding

    Renee and her team were amazing and helped us create the perfect menu for our wedding. We set a budget at the very start and Renee ensured we did not go one penny over without having to sacrifice what was most important to us. She went above and beyond on the day to ensure everything ran smoothly and we could not be more grateful. Food was beautifully presented as well as delicious and we would definitely recommend David Alan Hospitality Group for any catering event.

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    Thank you so much for this! We are truly grateful for the opportunity to help so many amazing people!
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    Killed the game!

    We cannot recommend David Alan Catering enough. The entire team was professional from start to finish, the food was IMPECCABLE, and most importantly, our guests were absolutely impressed with every aspect of our wedding.

    When we were initially planning our wedding, it was imperative that whoever we were going to hire had to be the best of the best. We didn’t want the typical wedding menu that all wedding guests dread (haha), we wanted to WOW our guests with flavor, beautiful presentation, and unique food/drink options.

    At our dinner tasting, their willingness to accommodate our requests was exactly what we were looking for in a caterer. They gave us an array of food selections to choose from and gave us the complete flexibility to tailor the menu exactly how we wanted it. Everything they presented was flavorful, colorful and delicious - it actually made it difficult to choose our main meals and appetizers! We absolutely appreciated their “whatever you want to do, we’ll make it happen” approach and their ability to put the day of events into perspective so were were comfortable with our wedding timeline. From the hors d’oeuvres, to the main meal selections, to even the flavored water choices, David Alan has perfected their craft.

    We had the pleasure of working directly with Rachael and Meghan, and were able to secure Patty as our Day of Coordinator. Through frequent communication, we were able to create a customized menu to our liking, organize our seating charts, and ultimately were able to enjoy our day due to their attentiveness and experience.

    The David Alan Team kept everything running smoothly, even at the reception. Our wedding guests can appreciate a good party and throughout the night, let’s just say the bartenders were definitely able to keep up with the high demand for drinks.

    Through their services, the DAC team provided us with linen and utensil rentals, a floor plan, and Day of Coordination, which honestly tied the whole day together and made it a complete success. They went as far as to work directly with our other vendors, set up certain aspects of the wedding for us, got to know the names of the people in our bridal party and basically took care of all the major (and minor) details that wedding couples have anxiety about. Any hiccups that occurred during the day went completely unnoticed due to the professionalism and quick thinking on DAC’s part.

    They all exceeded our expectations and we can’t wait to find another occasion to work with them again!!!!

    David Alan Hospitality Group's reply:

    Thank you so much! We are so appreciative of this review and humbled by your kind words! We truly are committed to all of our clients in helping them create their Happily Ever After!
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    Perfection

    Rachael was the most incredible person to work with. She was hilarious and her attention to detail was bar none. The way the team handled Covid cancellations and reschedules was so generous and professional. Everything about our wedding day was absolutely perfect. The food was phenomenal, the staff was on their game from the minute they walked in the door, and they handled the whole night with grace and ease. The day of David Alan team perfectly catered to our friends and family and I am forever grateful.
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    Exceptional Service!

    When thinking back on my wedding, specifically working with David Alan, the first word that comes to mind is “attentiveness.” My wife and I never had to worry about David Alan missing a single detail. Kudos to Rachael, who was professional, polite and reassuring in every email and phone call.

    If you’re reading this review, you’re probably about to plan a wedding and you’re probably realizing that catering is going to be the most expensive line item on the bill so you don’t want to mess it up. I can confidently say, David Alan was a 10/10 experience – absolutely exceptional in every way. Wedding food usually is average at best, but that wasn’t the case with David Alan. A week after our wedding and we still get the occasional text from friends “The food was AWESOME! Please tell me you saved some apps that I can get from you!” And I’m able to personally vouch for that, despite the cliché that the married couple doesn’t eat, because Rachael made sure we had apps set aside for us to eat in private and our entrees waiting for us as well.

    Excellent food, excellent service and a genuine attention to detail that my wife and I will never forget. BEYOND happy with our experience!
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    Absolutely WONDERFUL caterer

    David Alan was a dream to work with from start to finish. They were professional, helped with every question I had over the course of 2.5 years, and of course the food was PHENOMENAL. Absolutely perfect. The cost was just an added bonus, more than reasonable. They decorated our venue exactly how I asked. The staff was SO KIND; I had guests comment after the wedding how wonderful the waitstaff was. At one point, I couldn't locate our day-of coordinator (different vendor) and their point person went above and beyond and made sure to grab my groom and I drinks so we didn't have to get up during dinner which wasn't her job per se. Hands down recommend this company 10/10 to anyone considering them. They were truly exceptional and one of our top notch vendors for all of our wedding festivities. You won't be disappointed. BOOK THEM!
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    Simply the best!

    Flawless. At first, we choose David Alan Hospitality Group (DAHG) for our wedding based on our initial feelings—food was amazing, staff was friendly & helpful, reviews were great. As time went on, it began to feel like it was a privilege and an honor to be able to work with DAHG. There actually aren’t enough positive adjectives to describe DAHG.
    We have two viewpoints: One of your common wedding planning and one of a global pandemic.
    When we thought we were having planning our original 2020 wedding, the staff DAHG was patient, understanding, kind, helpful, supportive, available. I was in contact with Meghan, who was handling our 2020 wedding and we had the privilege of meeting Rachael during our tasting. The food quality at the tasting was AMAZING—we took whatever was left home, nothing disappointed. Anything we wanted, any kitchen notes we wanted to make, was taken into consideration, and held at high regard.

    We booked them in 2019 for our 2020 wedding and then pivoted to 2021 due to the pandemic. When we made this decision, the staff of DAHG was compassionate and understanding and always helpful. During this transition to 2021, Rachael took over as our “go to” person. Rachael was there to ease our minds and worries, help up pivot to a safe wedding of our dreams, listen to me when I asked a million questions, respond to all those questions with patience and knowledge. She was there, along for the ride, and, on what felt like a very long journey, felt more like a friend. I don’t imagine that it is ease to work in a hospitality field—dealing with so many personalities and people—but Rachael has an understanding and belief that each couple is just as important as the next. She was.. she is amazing.

    Although knowing the catering company is made of little miracle workers, it is also very important to note FOOD. We are a family who loves food. And we must say THE FOOD WAS AMAZING. 5 people in 2 hours texted me to tell me that the filet was like butter! The quality of the food and presentation was at utmost importance to DAHG and you could tell in every dish.

    I can sit here and type a 5 page review on how much we loved DAHG and how satisfied we were with them. But, in short, if you need a caterer, don’t bother looking anywhere else—just go to DAHG.

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    Incredible wedding caterer!

    We are so grateful for our experience with David Alan Hospitality Group for our wedding day held at Smith Farm Gardens! Navigating wedding planning during COVID was not easy, but Meghan was amazing to work with as she met each challenge with ease. She responded to my many emails and phone calls promptly, and she was always willing to give advice and recommendations whenever I needed it. We knew after our very first consultation with her that she had an abundance of knowledge and experience in the industry which gave us complete confidence in her ability to pull everything together. Meghan was very accommodating in working with us for our menu selection and budget at our tastings. Ultimately, the food was incredibly delicious and the presentation was beautiful, and we received so many compliments from our guests. Adding their wedding day coordination relieved so much stress as Rachael and Meghan headed up the execution of everything and everyone involved. I was thrilled that our ceremony and reception was exactly as I envisioned it to be! Our wedding day was perfect and seamless, and I’m so grateful to all the amazing people at DAHG who made it possible!
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    Highly Recommend

    We got married at the Wadsworth Mansion which recommended David Alan to us. We had a lovely tasting a few weeks before the wedding and were able to ask questions about the menu and make some changes such as toning down the spice in one of the dishes. They were easy to work with and did an amazing job handling the restrictions of covid. The food was served in a very safe manner and our guests felt comfortable which was very important to us.
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    Outstanding!

    David Alan Hospitality Group was OUTSTANDING. They worked hand in hand with us to create the perfect menu for our guests and every bite of food they created was mouth watering. Meghan was excellent at answering any questions I had and Rachael was phenomenal as our day of person at the venue. Because of Covid, some of our wedding plans had to change and Meghan helped change those details along the way with no hesitation. They also changed their serving methods to make sure people were safe and the spread of germs were minimal. They made easy, grab and go, self serve appetizers for their harvest table and desserts. There staff was fantastic at making sure my husband and I as well as our families were taken care of as we were doing our nightly duties. I would highly recommend David Alan Hospitality Group to anyone needing a catering service. They made our wedding experience priceless.
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    Highly recommend DA!

    I cannot speak highly enough of Rachael from DA. Rachael and her team went above and beyond the entire process and day of. She helped us customize our menu to reflect ours tastes and my husbands Haitian culture. She understood our vision for the big day and was there every minute to make sure it was everything we had hoped for. The food and presentation was incredible. 5 star rating for me. Thank you Rachael!
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    Great from start to finish

    What can I say but working with David Alan Hospitality Group was an extremely pleasant experience!! Carley and her staff were so attentive and made the whole process run smoothly from day one until the end of the wedding! We used them for my daughter’s wedding and couldn’t have been happier with every single detail. The most impressive part was that on the day of the wedding is I knew everything was going to be handled professionally and perfectly and that I didn’t have to worry about a thing!!
    I really enjoyed the day and could relax knowing that Carley and her team were taking care of all the details. The bartender, Robin was great! They had a bridal attendant to help things run smoothly with introductions and other details. They all seemed to genuinely love their jobs and it showed. Such wonderful people and the food was amazing!! They even had special meals for vegan guests. I can’t say enough good things about our experience and would highly recommended the DAHG for your next event!
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    Professional people saved my hectic day!

    We had our wedding at Wadsworth Mansion, Middletown, CT. We toured the mansion when there was a wedding expo and the a couple who married there before said they did a lot of research and David Alan offered the best wedding food they had. And they were not lying!

    Not only the food was so great that a lot of guests talked about it with us after, Meghan and the lady onsite for us that day were very pleasant to work with. They helped us with our table plan, answered general questions about wedding and communicate with the venue so we don't have to go back and forth. On the big day, the staffs helped us with the table centerpieces we brought ourselves and they did it perfectly. The guests were happy with the food and were taken good care of during the dinner. We are so happy we found them and trust on their professionalism.
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    Our wedding day would not have been possible without Carly and Nate

    David Alan was our second pick for a caterer (our friend is a chef at a restaurant that also provides catering) and we did love their tasting. But when we found out that they could also help us with day-of coordination even if they were not our caterer, we knew we needed their expertise! We worked with Carly in advance of the wedding for renting ceremony chairs, extra tables and tablecloths, and all of our glasses and plates (the restaurant would have had to rent them as well and would have passed an additional charge on to us). We also had Nate for our rehearsal , and both of them were there to make the day of absolutely perfect! It was so nice to just enjoy the moment and know that if something needed to happen we could count on them. We could not have done it without them; all of the details were handled and it all went so smoothly. We would absolutely use David Alan for catering as well as planning other events in the future.

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    Thank you so much! We are so grateful to have been able to help. Nate and Carly loved riding the chair lift:) We wish you much love and happiness!!!
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    Hire them!


    There are no words to describe how wonderful it was working with the David Alan team leading up to the wedding. Meghan was extremely easy to communicate with and always responsive, offering recommendations, and options for us to choose from (even when we were a year out!). The whole team (Robin, Katrina) are so friendly and helpful, they made the day-of an absolute breeze, I did not worry about a thing and it all turned out exactly as we discussed (and better than we could have hoped for). The food was amazing, we got so many compliments. Their package deals are great value for the amazing quality you receive (cocktail hour options, dinner menu, desserts & cake, retals, etc.) Doing everything through them was the best decision we made. There is no way the day would have run as smoothly without them there! We cannot recommend them highly enough!
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    Made our wedding day so easy!

    Working with Meghan and team was amazing. She was extremely responsive to my emails, answered my many questions, worked within our budget and was able to make our vision for the day come to life! Her team went above and beyond in so many ways, from our bridal attendant Nate who anticipated our every need (and more!) on the day to Robin, our D.O.C who took on tasks above and beyond. We said several times throughout the process "how would we have done this without David Alan?" They were the perfect vendor for our perfect day.
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    Fantastic caterer!!

    From our first meeting, we knew we had to hire David Alan for our wedding at the Branford House. We had done food tastings at a few other caterers and were unimpressed. David Alan blew us away at our tasting and we knew immediately we had found the one. Meghan was fantastic from start to finish. She answered the million questions I had and worked with me through my indecisiveness. We had Robin on the day of the wedding. Robin and the rest of the staff were amazing. Our bridal attendant was right there for anything we needed. The food is fantastic!! We received so many compliments, especially on the sea bass (my personal favorite - I’m still drooling over it) and the prime rib. We had a few chefs at our wedding, so to have them praise the food really tells you how amazing David Alan is. They know the venue well, and worked great with our coordinator and other vendors. I did not worry about a single thing that day! I highly recommend David Alan - you will not be disappointed.

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    Thank you so much! We were thrilled to be able to help you both and wish you much love and success!!!
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    Dream come true!

    DAHG was a dream come true! The service, the food, the atmosphere was impeccable. I am so thankful that we hired them for our wedding vendor. They were easy to work with, listened to all of our questions and ideas, we're flexible and truly brought our vision to fruition. We got so many compliments on how nice the tables looked, the attention to detail the entire night, and most importantly, how tasty the food was!
    As the bride, our bridal attendant was beyond compare. My husband and I joked at how we were going to take him home. I felt so loved and comforted this entire process. I would highly recommend these caterers to anyone. Thank you so so so so much team!!
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    Superior food and service!

    My daughter & son-in-law used David Alan at their recent wedding at the Branford House in Groton,Ct. Everyone was very impressed with the variety, presentation & quality of the food. In addition, the professionalism & friendliness of the entire staff was superior. We were completely satisfied & would recommend them without hesitation.
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    What didn't they do for us?! Could not have done our day without them!!

    David Allen Catering could have not been any better. We wanted a Sunday vegetarian brunch wedding and they more than delivered. They had a menu fully customizable to what we wanted. We even found cute looking food on Pinterest and there was nothing they said could not do. Also, the tasting was amazing. So professional. Gave us the feel our guests would feel the day of. The whole process with DAC was nothing less than perfect. We also chose to do Day-of-Coordination through DAC and we honestly think that was the best thing we ever did for our wedding! Robin was our guru she knew everything and really guided us through complicated wedding planning.She also coordinated a great rehearsal. Our whole wedding party and family was so impressed with her professionalism and knowledge. Plus, she is super fun and nice! She ran the show the day of the wedding. She made sure everything was set up perfectly and the day ran smoothly. Also, shoutout to the best bridal attendant Taylor! She was with us the whole wedding to get us whatever we needed or wanted while smiling the entire time. We love her! The team took care of the wedding from start to finish. From setting up exactly how we wanted it to breaking everything down gently at the end of the night and making sure everything got home safe and sound. They even brought back items from our wedding to their office so we did not have to worry about it until a few days after when we could pick it up. We love all DAC and are so lucky to have had them on our wedding day! We cannot recommend them enough!!

    David Alan Hospitality Group's reply:

    Thank you so much for this review. We are forever grateful for having had the opportunity to serve you and the entire family/guests. We wish you much success and happiness!!
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    David Alan's staff are amazing!

    David Alan was amazing! They completely exceeded my expectations on the day of our wedding! I had a few displays that I wanted set up a certain way (that I was very worried about) that they completely took care of, the food was amazing (all our guests were raving about it!), and everything went smoothly with their help! They were very accommodating- they allowed us to bring some local beer and other beverages we wanted served and served them for us! Carley, who took are of us leading up to and on the day of, was very responsive and made us feel at ease! Rebecca, my bridal attendant on the day of, was so helpful in making sure that we got food and drinks on our busy day. She was also the one who worked on set-up for my displays that came out exactly how I wanted (thank you!). David Alan employs very attentive and helpful staff that work very hard to make your day go as planned! Thank you all!
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    DAC delivers above and beyond expectations

    Meghan & DAC team absolutely blew us away for our wedding this past July. I communicated with Meghan regularly leading up to our wedding and she was an absolute *dream* to work with. She responds almost instantly to EVERY email (and boy did I email her a lot!) she handles things very quickly. When we met for our first touch base/ planning details, I left our meeting feeling so confident that we were in the best hands, and that is the absolute truth. Working with DAC was seamless, reassuring, and it was enjoyable. Meghan answered all my questions before I even got to ask them and she even wrapped up final details with some of my other wedding vendors the week prior so I didn’t even have to worry about it. Robin was also a pleasure to work with the day of! She kept the show running and running well! We are forever grateful to have worked with such an incredible caterer and even better people. We would recommend them over and over and over again. Thank you for making what can be very stressful, very easy and ENJOYABLE!! You guys are the best in the business.
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    A Dream Come True!

    David Alan's food selection and professional staff made our wedding a dream come true. Every single person at the wedding complimented the food. The customized packages make it possible for you to make the wedding menu of your dreams. The open bar had great selection as well. Highly recommend the day of catering package as well.

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    Thank you for the great review! We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to help you! Best wishes to the future!!
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    You need this vendor!

    Where do I even begin with how great this company is. From the initial tasting to all the communication working with David Alan was easy and flexible. Meghan helped me stick to my budget/work with the menu I wanted when other caterers were not at all flexible. Katie the day of bridal attendant was a gift from god. She made sure everything was running smoothly and handled everything with ease and grace. She kept making sure I was alright throughout the event and if there was anything I needed. She also came by herself to help set up the day before the wedding. I was anticipating doing all that myself and when I saw all the work she had done by herself I was completely blown away. She made the day go off without a hitch. These guys go above and beyond what any other caterer would do. Oh and our specialty cocktails were the best!!! Thanks so much!!!
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    Excellent food and service

    I am so glad I used David Alan for our wedding. The food and the wedding cake were delicious and the presentation was beautiful. Katie was our coordinator and we cannot believe how amazing she was on our day. She made sure we were able to enjoy some drinks and appetizers during our cocktail hour. She made our day flow perfectly. I honestly didn't expect her to go above and beyond for us. Thank you Katie and the rest of the David Alan Team.
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    Great service and food!

    Working with David Alan as my caterer was the best experience. We had a backyard reception and they were extremely prepared and made the whole process very easy. Meghan was always available to answer any questions or concerns I had no matter how silly I thought they were. Her presence at the wedding no doubt helped things run smoothly. Our bridal attendant was amazing and always available if we needed everything. Not to mention that the food was delicious! From our first tasting I knew we had to go with David Alan as our caterer. The creativity of the meals were a nice touch and they were great with working with us to make adjustments; even making sure my gluten free maid of honor could have the entree of her choice. Couldn't recommend David Alan Hospitality more!
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    You don’t need to look anywhere else!

    David Alan Catering is the best ever! Meghan was very responsive and worked with us throughout the whole 1.5-2 year process, and we had A LOT of questions. She was so great in helping us work within our budget while choosing excellent menu options. The food was absolutely delicious, guests are still complimenting the menu and meal! Cocktails were delicious and the bartenders were great. The catering/bar is such a big part of the day but David Alan Catering made the whole process enjoyable and I knew I could trust them with our big day. I wholeheartedly recommend them, without reservation!
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    Perfect in every way

    David Alan made the entire day go smooth, we couldn't have asked for a better caterer. They took care of all the little details and made the day go so smooth.
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    The absolute BEST!

    David, Meghan, and the entire crew at DAH are absolutely fantastic. Not only is every bit of their food outstanding, so are all of their people! Anything we needed or asked for was taken care of super quick! Meghan is so easy to communicate with and is there to make sure that your wedding is more than perfection. We have been telling all our friends about DAH, and you should too!
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    We loved working with David Alan Catering! The food was absolutely delicious! They worked with us to make our day exactly what we wanted, by using dining ware I had collected to use and even tweaking the menu to help fit our budget! They also did a fabulous job helping set up for the day of! I would recommend them to anyone!
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    ds cannot express how amazing David Alan Catering is in every aspect of the business! The food is incredible and the selection was out of this world! They catered our wedding this past weekend and it went off without a hitch! Everyone raved about the food from the cocktail hour through dessert! People are still talking about how much they enjoyed the food! Meghan is so professional and was able to anticipate our needs throughout the planning process! David was kind and took the time to get to know us leading up to the wedding! The day of the wedding, the entire staff was courteous and friendly and they all felt like a part of our friends and family! Rebecca was our bridal attendant and she rocked it! She did not miss a beat! Thank you sooooo much to everyone! Meghan you are a star!
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    Lindsay Sent on 09/11/2018
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    David Alan Catering was amazing! We hired them for our August 25 wedding and everything was perfect. From the tasting, to the communications in the months leading up to the event, they were so attentive, helpful and professional. They almost double as a wedding planner, making sure everything has been carefully thought out ahead of time, and providing us with a bridal attendant the day of to keep everything on schedule. And the food was incredible! We still have people commenting on how amazing the food at our wedding was (especially the carving station and mashed potatoes). They made the entire day go so smoothly and we could not have asked for a better caterer, especially at such a reasonable price. I would highly recommend them to anyone, without hesitation.
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    DAVID ALAN CATERING IS THE BEST, HANDS DOWN. Catering is such a big part of any wedding, especially budget-wise and our experience with David Alan was worth every penny. Our wedding was absolutely amazing and people were RAVING about the food. Meghan helped us to create an awesome menu that showed off our personal style and background. Through the whole process, Meghan was extremely responsive and accommodating... and organized, which we greatly appreciated. Our tastings were phenomenal, and the chef even went above and beyond to give my flower girl special treats. Day of, Robin and Rebecca made sure that everything went smoothly - they were attentive, professional, and helped us to stay "in the moment" on our special day. Literally could not thank them more. Kind of wishing we could get married again so we can have their food again.... !!!
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    Madeline Sent on 09/02/2018
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    We used David Alan for both catering and planning. Meghan is AMAZING! She was extremely helpful, and down to earth which was so beneficial for a planning a wedding. I gave Meghan all control over decor as we did not live in the state we were getting married in. I was never once nervous about anything that day knowing Meghan and her team were there to handle anything. The bridal attendees were incredible, they were always there with drinks and apps for myself and the groom, along with our family. They even helped with my grandmother who was having a hard time walking in the field. The food was amazing especially the lobster rolls and the potato bar.
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    Emma Sent on 08/04/2018
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    David Alan catering both catered and coordinated our wedding. I seriously don't know what we would've done without them! We had a very tight budget and the staff at David Alan were very helpful in making sure everything was within budget. We also were planning everything for our Connecticut wedding, while living in Philadelphia! The staff was very accommodating to make our schedules work with the tasting, site visits, and over-the-phone meetings. Our coordinator, Margot, was on top of everything and was very understanding when I went a little bride crazy the month before.

    On the day-of, Margot had every detail squared away for us, and did not hesitate to help us when some details went out the window! I am sure our crazy families and friends stressed her out, but she never showed it. She just made sure everything went as smoothly as possible.

    Not to mention the food! The harvest table and s'mores station were even more delicious than we thought they would be.... I think the s'mores station kind of stole the show at the end of the night. The salad and dinner courses were beyond delicious, and served with very big portions. My family (which is mostly Cuban) could not get enough of the Sofrito roasted pork and mashed yucca, which says a lot about the quality and authenticity of the menu at David Alan Catering.

    We were very happy with David Alan Catering and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone having a special event in Connecticut!
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    David Alan Catering was fantastic. They were so together and detailed-oriented I never worried a second about something going wrong. The food not only tasted great, but they put a lot of thought into the menu and the presentation of the food. They also did my bar and cake - both were fantastic and it was so nice to have a vendor that could do all three instead of different vendors to manage each piece. On top of it all, they were one of the more fair prices I received when researching caterers. They are worth every penny and more!
    P.S. Meghan L is a superstar... I would email some pretty random questions and she always got back to me at a truly impressive rate. THANK YOU!
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    As two people living in Austin, Texas, when it came to planning our wedding, food was a top priority. To say that David Alan Catering delivered is an understatement! We wanted the food to be comfortable, approachable, and high-quality. From the pulled pork and mac and cheese appetizer (my personal favorite) to the parmesan crusted chicken, every morsel was perfection—not a small feat when cooking for an entire wedding.

    I have to give a special shoutout to Rachael, who fielded every crazy email of mine for months. She answered all my questions and made sure I felt totally comfortable with each decision. She was also my day-of coordinator! We couldn't have done the day without her quick and assertive decision-making (like when it started raining right before I started walking down the aisle, and I thought we could just keep going... hahahaha nope). She rocked it out, eight months pregnant and all.

    I am SO glad we worked with David Alan. With a team like theirs, I knew that I had nothing to worry about for my wedding.
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    We booked with David Alan Catering for our wedding and it was absolutely one of the best decisions we made! The food was absolutely delicious to the point that we had wedding guests reaching out to us after the wedding asking about the company. David Alan staff was fantastic and truly catered to our every need both during the wedding planning process and on the day of the wedding! They were extremely professional, helpful and truly went above and beyond for us! I would highly recommend David Alan for any of your catering needs as I myself plan on looking to them for any future catered events!
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    Christina Sent on 01/19/2018
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    David Alan Catering goes above and beyond to make any event a dream come true! The staff has such wonderful attention to detail making sure even the smallest thing doesn’t go unnoticed. Their ability to turn any idea into more than you could ever imagine is unbelievable. The food is out of this world and they took an already beautiful venue and made it even more spectacular. No request is too big and no detail is too small. David Alan isn’t just your caterer, but they are basically your event planner for any occasion. They make you feel part of their family treating each event in a unique and customized way to fit your needs. If you can dream it, they can make it happen!

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    Ryan Sent on 12/28/2017
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    Working with David Alan Catering was a wonderful experience. To have such skilled professionals who provided assistance with everything from choosing the menu to setting up our centerpieces and decorations to the excellent servers, bartenders, and chefs; we are so thankful to have worked with them. Meghan was extremely helpful with maintaining a lot of the detailed portions of our day. She was extremely familiar with the venue at the Branford House and was very responsive through text and email whenever we had questions or concerns, following through on everything flawlessly. All the details were perfect and the day ran so smoothly. The food was amazing and all of our guests loved every moment. David Alan is a wonderful company to work with and we highly recommend experiencing all the wonderful things they have to offer. Thank you for helping make our day possible.

    Ryan and Thommy
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    Elexis Sent on 10/21/2017
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    When I contacted Meghan at David Alan over 2 years ago, I was just in the beginning stages of planning our wedding. Over the following two years, she was there to answer all the crazy questions I had, and responded with professionalism as well as a little humor to keep me calm and let me know I wasn’t becoming a crazy bride! When our wedding day finally came on 10/14, every single thing was perfect. Our guests loved the food and went back for seconds(and some of them went back for thirds!) we got so many compliments from the appetizers all the way to the desserts,and everything in between. The staff was very friendly and constantly checking in with us to make sure WE were all set which was a very nice thing to have. You always hear you don’t eat on your wedding day and regret it, they made sure this was not an issue! I highly recommend them for any event, you will not be disappointed!
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    Helen Sent on 10/11/2017
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    I just love this company, the food is out of this world, the staff were amazing as was my wedding coordinator Robin. David Alan was recommended to me by WT Rental (another 5 star vendor) and it was an absolute pleasure working with them. Robin understood our budget and worked with us on what we were trying to achieve. The end result was amazing and we could not have had a better day. Thank you David Alan and team!
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    We are foodies. We also come from families that like to overfeed people—multiple appetizers, entrees, and desserts are staples of holiday dinners. It’s not uncommon for family members to walk away from dinners with towers of Tupperware containing delicious leftovers. Given all of this, there was no question that we wanted amazing and plentiful food at our wedding.

    An additional obstacle: our venue provided nothing other than the space, so everything (chairs, tables, lights!) was rented—greatly adding to our budget. We also wanted to have a 9-hour wedding, meaning feeding our guests for a long stretch of the day and within an already bursting budget.

    When our wedding planner led us to Meghan at David Alan Hospitality, we knew we had found the right match for our unique event. From the time of our first tasting, everything was low pressure and always impressive. Meghan was fast to offer alternatives, and suggestions as we happily tasted our way through barbecue brisket, lobster rolls, dumplings, cakes, and cookies.

    In the following months, as other decisions about the wedding became solidified, necessitating additions and edits to our original menu, Meghan was responsive and always open to working with us to ensure that we would get exactly what we wanted while keeping our 175 guests happy. As is common, there were also guests with specific food restrictions: gluten free, vegan, etc. Meghan worked with us to ensure that everyone was well fed and taken care of as we sang, danced, and partied the day away.

    For dinner, we had asked different loved ones to provide tablecloths from their homes to honor the places where we have celebrated different events. We wrote in our wedding program that we wanted each table to evoke the warmth of a family meal. Having David Alan as your caterer feels like that: the love of a really good and tasty family gathering.
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    Elaine Sent on 10/01/2017
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    Where to begin.. To say that David Allen Catering are leading a world class business would be an understatement. Our experience with David Alan from start to finish was nothing short of excellent. We were so used to wedding food tasting like ... well, not great food. That when we had our tasting with David Alan we were completely blown away. Every single thing that they made at our tasting was incredibly delicious. The team was always available and responsive with any questions we had and their pre-wedding services gave me peace of mind. Robin's planning efforts were a god send as I was an out of state mother of the bride planning my daughter's wedding. That is just one small example which goes to show their above and beyond customer service philosophy.

    David Alan also offers a day of coordinator; we were blessed to have Robin helping us out on our big day and she was such a delight. She was an excellent listener, she anticipated our needs before we even had to ask, and she made sure my husband and I were comfortable the entire day. I especially appreciated Robin's assistance when a few wedding guests would not give my daughter and son-in-law the privacy they deserve during their "First Look".

    I would recommend David Alan with the highest regards and I trust the DA team implicitly.
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    It is difficult to describe how incredible our experience was working with David Alan Catering. We were married at the Wadsworth and met with a number of their preferred caterers before we met with David Alan. We were not impressed with any of the caterers until we met with David Alan. From our first talk, Meghan was exceptional. She helped us create an Italian-inspired menu, which was delicious, and was incredibly flexible with their pricing. We were so used to wedding food tasting like ... well, not great wedding food. Then we had our tasting with David Alan and we're completely blown away. Every single thing that they made at our tasting was incredibly delicious and we began dreaming about the day we could have their amazing food again! Later in the process, we ended up meeting with Blair, and fell in love with her cake and booked them for our cake as well! Unfortunately, I didn't get to eat any cake on our wedding night (too busy dancing) but I am looking forward to eating our top tier on our first anniversary.

    The day of the wedding, I woke up calm knowing that David Alan would make our day perfect. The day of coordinator was incredible and made our vision a reality. The tables and decor were perfection and I fell in love with everything that they put together.

    I had numerous guests tell me that their waitress and waiter was very quick to provide them whatever they needed. I heard so many compliments regarding the meal - especially the pasta station during cocktail hour, and the eggplant dish at dinner! The entire night was a success. Thank you, David Alan Catering and Meghan!!!
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    John Sent on 07/17/2017
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    Great food, service and staff!
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    Rachel Sent on 07/11/2017
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    Our personal assistant from David Alan was the most amazing person ever! Everyone at my wedding loved the food! We planned our wedding at lighthouse point park from Cincinnati and David Alan was super flexible with meeting us and made sure the menu was perfect and stayed in contact by email. Everyone was so great at David Alan, and I can say enough about our personal assistant, truly made me feel like royalty! Fantastic experience!
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    I shopped around a lot for a catering company for our wedding. David Alan was one of the most reasonably priced quotes and we still got everything we wanted. We worked with Rachael for all the planning and preparation and she helped us create the perfect menu within our budget. Robin was our wedding day coordinator and she is just amazing! Thanks to her calm and professional attitude, the entire wedding went just perfectly. If I ever planned another large event, I'd hire David Alan in a heartbeat!
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    Meredith Sent on 06/11/2017
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    I was beyond happy with David Alan as the caterer for my wedding at the Wadsworth Mansion. The food was spectacular and the service was of the highest quality. When you book with DA, you get caterers who are also half wedding planners so they can provide great advice on table settings, designs, room decor, etc. They also work at the Wadsworth Mansion all summer long so they know the facility to a tee and basically make the day work like clockwork. They were an integral piece in making our day so fantastic. Guests raved about the food, the cake and the service. We were so happy with our decision and I can't recommend them enough! I wish I could give them 10s instead of 5s!
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    Sarah Sent on 06/04/2017
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    We used David Alan for our wedding at the Branford House in Groton. We could not be happier with that choice and we feel it truely made our day 100% perfect. They have amazing professionalism along with the reassurance that your wedding day will be everything you hoped. Any little thing we were worried about, whether it be weather, seating, changes in guest counts, etc. they handled it without a doubt. We highly recommend David Alan to anyone that is looking for catering and a smooth wedding day :) thank you Meghan and Robin! It was wonderful working with you!
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    Christopher Sent on 03/24/2017
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    They were amazing. Prepared and Professional. No nonsense and very experienced. The food was not only great but the presentation was impressive. They have helpful suggestions and let there work speak for itself ... no pandering or hard sell.
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    Sophia Sent on 12/29/2016
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    One word -- perfection.

    David Alan was the single best decision we made during our wedding planning process. The food was delicious. Our guests wouldn't stop raving about it. The entire team went above and beyond to ensure our wedding went flawlessly. While planning our wedding, I got quotes from dozens of caterers. David Alan was, without a doubt, the most organized, professional, personalized service we saw. On top of that, they were a great value. Trust me, you won't find a better caterer.

    Meghan, our contact, anticipated every wedding detail (even details outside of her food-related responsibility). She singlehandedly coordinated linen and place-setting rentals, venue logistics, licenses, permits, literally a thousand things that you'd never even imagine before embarking on planning a wedding. I can't even begin to express how much David Alan was the logistical backbone of our entire event. They're definitely NOT just another vendor. They're a partner and consultant to plan and execute your perfect event.
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    Laura Sent on 11/02/2016
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    DAC was amazing. They accommodated our budget, helped us with menu suggestions, and the whole process was seamless. They were responsive to emails, the menu tasting was personal, and their service on the day of the wedding was great. They helped set up the centerpieces, provided all dishes and linens, and our guests have raved about the food, it was delicious! Apps, entrees, desserts, all are made from scratch and delicious. And they even accommodated my favorite dessert-mini creme brûlée! All staff was amazing, and Meghan was a fantastic resource and helped immensely with the planning process, logistics, and answered my questions at all hours of the day. They were easy to work with, I highly recommend them for any event!
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    Helen Sent on 10/25/2016
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    David Alan Catering is the way to go! Meghan is very attentive, super helpful, and always responded to any questions quickly! The entire process was always stress free and very delicious, picking out our appetizers and entrees turned out to be extremely easy with David Alan’s amazing chefs; we even ended up doing two tasting because the food was that good! The staff was all very professional and friendly; our guests enjoyed the food and appreciated the attention to any serious food allergies. Meghan and her staff decorated our venue at the Wadsworth just as beautifully as I imagined. The breakdown at the end of the night was done so quickly and neatly we didn’t have to worry about forgetting anything, it was all ready for us to pack and take home. We can’t thank them enough for being a part of our special day and making it all we could have dreamed of!

    With much love,
    Helen & Jeff Young!
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    Amanda Sent on 10/08/2016
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    We don't even know where to begin with how much we LOVE David Alan. Meghan was beyond helpful and lovely to work with. She knew just what to say and do to make our wedding day amazing. The food was delicious and service was over the top!! I wish we could get married again so that we could use David Alan again!!
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    Tessa Sent on 09/13/2016
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    We loved working with Meghan and team at David Alan Catering. From the start, this company was the most responsive, friendly and helpful caterer we ran across. Meghan's genuine personality and willingness to answer my millions of questions and share menu ideas instantly set them apart as our top choice. They were willing to make special substitutions to fit our preferences and even shared some fun creative ideas for us, like creating our own speak-easy whisky bar. From planning to the day of, everything went super smoothly and the food was beyond great. My husband and I were so excited for the food after our tasting, we pinky-promised each other we'd make it a point to actually sit down and enjoy our delicious dinner since so many couples don't ever eat at their weddings, and we did! We cleaned our plates. It was amazing. We received tons of compliments on the food, the cake, and the late night bites. DAC was a homerun choice!
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    BOOK DAVID ALAN NOW!
    Seriously.
    They catered our June 2016 wedding at Wadsworth Mansion, and we still can't get over how much they provided for such a reasonable price. The food was delicious, the bar placement was awesome (close to no wait for guests during cocktail hour!) and their cake was gorgeous.
    Meghan is amazing. She's quick to respond and really knows her stuff. They're incredibly accommodating and flexible. They make sure your wedding is perfect for you. I can't imagine being more satisfied with a caterer!
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    Laura Sent on 06/06/2016
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    Absolutely amazing! They made my wedding day run so smoothly and were very quick to respond throughout the planning process. Guests were SO impressed with the quality of the food. I wouldn't have changed a thing!!
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    Julie Sent on 10/15/2015
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    We used David Alan to cater our wedding, and they did such a fantastic job, from the first time we met with them, all the way through the wedding! Meghan was our contact (she is amazing and I highly highly recommend working with her if you can), and she was so incredibly organized, responsive and competent. She was a dream to work with, and basically acted as the day-of coordinator. She worked with the venue, the florists, and the DJ to organize the layout, and basically was the glue that held the whole event together.

    But besides basically planning our reception, David Alan did a fantastic job with the food. Everything we tried was delicious, and we heard rave reviews from our guests. They were so willing to incorporate any menu requests we had, along with accommodating the vegetarians and gluten-free guests, and were really helpful when we were deciding what types of food stations to have. They didn't push us to anything we expressed reservations about, and executed everything flawlessly - even the s'mores station I requested for dessert!

    Also, David Alan's pricing was so much more reasonable than several other vendors we met with - they honestly provide such great value. We provided our own liquor and wedding cake, and they were absolutely fine with that, and adjusted our quote accordingly. It was really refreshing, as other vendors charged cake cutting fees for outside cakes, or wouldn't assist with outside alcohol selections. David Alan really helped us figure out the type of reception we wanted, and did everything they could to make us happy. I would 100% use them again, and highly recommend them for any event you have!
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    Ellen Sent on 09/28/2015
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    Meghan was a delight and a great source of comfort to my daughter who told everyone that she would "trust Meghan with her life".
    She was amazingly responsive to my spreadsheet driven daughter. I was very impressed by the way she interviewed us and then prepared a sample menu that captured our vision. I would recommend David Alan without reservation. We had many compliments about the food and the presentation.
    Caterers handle much more than the food and they really "run the show" in our case in conjunction with event coordinator. Meghan was the best "day of coordinator" I could have asked for.
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    Mary Sent on 09/08/2015
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    If you are worried about David Alan fitting in your budget. Don't! When we first starting looking for a caterer, we initially brushed David Alan off. They were a bit above our price range and the presentation of their website and emails seamed to confirm that. However, after meeting with less that mediocre caterers we decided to give them a call. They immediately did all they could to ensure that we could work together. They were flexible in the menus and worked around our budget. They offered sound advice without being pushing and really guided us as we planned our wedding. They were pleasant, kind, and accommodating.
    The day of the wedding they did a wonderful job setting up. I couldn't believe how beautiful everything was! The food was fantastic and the bar service was quick. We got many compliments on the food from our guests. They were attentive to me and my husband, always making sure that we had everything we needed and that the night was flowing seamlessly.
    I can't recommend their services enough. They were absolutely wonderful. By far, the easiest part of wedding planning was working with the staff at David Alan. Thank you David Alan!!!
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    User2277003 Sent on 08/19/2015
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    As a professional event planner with nearly 10 years of experience planning many luxurious events across the country, planning your own wedding can seem both really easy and exciting or be a daunting task. I chose to look at my wedding as the best event I would ever plan but wanted it to remain effortless and enjoyable. Hiring David Alan Hospitality Group allowed me to enjoy every minute of the planning process and more importantly the day itself.

    From the first meeting with Meghan L’Heureux, I knew that she was a true professional that enjoyed working in the wedding industry. She was kind and enthusiastic while remaining focused on every detail. She offered suggestions and when I brought to her my ideas, she worked with me to make them all happen flawlessly.

    The food prepared by David Alan Hospitality Group has earned rave views from our guests and will continue to be the highlight of their memories for years to come. From the impressive seafood display to tenderest filet mignon to the hot buttered lobster rolls that were passed as late-night snacks, every bite was delicious.

    I have come across quite a few wait staff in my career that look at their job as just another job but the team from David Alan Hospitality Group truly enjoys their work and it shows. The team was there whenever our guests needed them but remained discrete and served the large group effortlessly all under the watchful eye of Meghan.

    My husband and I both agree that we made great choices in our vendors for our big day but choosing David Alan Hospitality Group was by far the best one yet!
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    Susan Sent on 07/07/2015
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    Oh my gosh! Where to begin with David Alan Catering? The best? I have no idea since this is only caterer I have ever worked with but I will tell you this: As long as they are around, I will work with no other! They are AMAZING!

    Although we knew that ours was not the only event they were catering, we felt like it was. Meghan was so responsive to any questions and requests that we had. She was always right there and so accommodating. If there was something we didn't like, she and the team would change it. If there was something that we needed done (that I thought the catering staff wouldn't typically do - such as pick up the rose petals from the aisle after the ceremony) they were happy to oblige.

    I worked with Meghan for menu selection and preliminary details but Rachel was at the helm for the wedding itself and she was fantastic! She managed everything so professionally and seamlessly. I was grateful to have her there and wish she could manage my day to day life. Just kidding - sort of. She was just that good.

    They even helped me find my "something borrowed" antique ring that I had lost! During post-ceremony pictures Beth, my bridal attendant from David Alan, saw the look on my face when I realized it was missing and said she was on it. Moments later, Beth, Rachel, and Rebecca (from the venue) came out with the ring and I could not have thanked them enough. They really went to great lengths to help make my day as perfect as possible.

    The food was nothing less than wonderful. We had some very particular guests at our wedding and they were incredibly impressed. I heard (and still do as I catch up with guests) that the beef was the best people had ever had. My only regret is that my dietary restrictions kept me from trying it! I can attest, however, that everything else was so tasty and beautifully presented. The desserts were delicious and recalling them now makes me crave them!

    Thank you to Meghan, Rachel, and DAC!
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    Deirdre Sent on 01/20/2015
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    I cannot speak highly enough of David Alan Catering. They really went above and beyond before, during, and after our wedding. The food, flexibility and customer service were well above par and exceeded any expectation I had for a catering service. They even went as far as greeting and escorting our guests under umbrellas when arriving at our reception during a downpour.
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    Meghan and the DAC team were awesome to work with- quick to respond, accomodating with food choices and budget, and served up delicious food! We were quickly sold on working with the team after tasting their amazing food. Meghan and team were attentive to every detail from kids meals to guests with food concerns they took care of everything all the way through to the last moments of the night. We were also lucky enough to have Nicole take care of us through the night making sure we got to eat while having fun, a testament to the professional service this team delivers. Absolutely will be using the DAC team for whatever our next event will be.
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    User1984654 Sent on 12/26/2014
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    Meghan is the BEST-I cannot recommend this company more highly
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    Megan Sent on 10/13/2014
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    My whole experience with David Alan Catering was amazing. When starting off searching for a caterer it was very important to my husband and I that the food was good quality. I also wanted someone who could do it all so I didn't have to go find a million different vendors! I found reviews on here for David Alan and raving about the food and the all in one package. Right when I emailed Meghan she came up with an amazing menu that we pretty much used with an amazing price tag to boot! Through out the whole process she responded very quickly to emails and my questions.

    We had a DELICIOUS tasting at their test kitchen and it just confirmed how wonderful our wedding food was going to be!

    On the day of our (outdoor) wedding it was pouring cats and dogs but that didn't effect the staff at all. We eat/drank and blissfully enjoyed our day thanks to the staff (and a personal server!!) and Taylor! The food was so good and I gave them a sheet of how I wanted things set up and it was more than perfect. I am a planner and a perfectionist and they made our day stress free. I would HIGHLY recommend using them as your caterer for your special day because they made ours unforgettable, multiple comments from my family that it was the best wedding they've been to :).

    David Alan Hospitality Group's reply:

    Thank you for letting us be a part of your day!!!
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    Naomi Sent on 10/05/2014
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    Where to begin.. To say that Meghan and David are leading a world class business would be an understatement. Our experience with David Alan from start to finish was nothing short of miraculous. The team was always available and responsive with any questions we had and their pre-wedding services from the initial meetings to final tastings were a joy. Meghan stepped in on many occasions helping lead some planning efforts as I was an out of state bride. That is just one small example which goes to show their above and beyond customer service mantra.

    David Alan also offers a day of coordinator; we were blessed to have Taylor helping us out on our big day and she was such a delight. She was an excellent listener, she anticipated our needs before we even had to ask, and she made sure my husband and I were comfortable the entire day.

    I would recommend David Alan with the highest regards and already have to a few of my newly engaged friends. I trust the DA team implicitly.

    We love you team - All our best!
    Naomi and Matt

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    Thank you so much for letting us be a part of your day! We wish you much success and happiness!!
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    Jamie Sent on 09/22/2014
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    My husband and I could not have been happier with David Alan Catering. What an amazing job they did. From the first meeting until the last minute of their service they were professional, flexible, and worth every penny.

    Meghan was our main contact during the planning phase and was so knowledgeable. She walked us through every detail and was responsive to all of our questions so quickly. We had our wedding outside in a back yard so everything needed to be brought in, and Meghan had the right contact for everything. From the tent and tables to the restroom trailer, she knew the right people to contact and every vendor we used through her was fantastic. She worked with us on stocking our own bar too, which was amazing.

    and the food.... let's not forget the food. SOO good. The food was delicious and was presented so elegantly. The staff was wonderful as well.

    Also, Meghan did our day-of coordination and it was the best decision we made. She was ON IT and everything went beautifully.

    Hire this company, you will not regret it!
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    Malerie Sent on 07/10/2014
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    David Alan was spectacular. We consulted with many different caterers and most of them completely disregarded our budget. Not only was David Alan able to stay within our budget (no surprise fees, added charges, etc.) but they were amazing to work with, and our guests loved the food. Meghan was wonderful and unlike most brides and grooms, we were actually able to enjoy the food at our wedding because of the bridal attendant who made sure we had everything we needed and wanted at all times.
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    User1556493 Sent on 03/12/2014
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    Great tasting food (told best wedding food ever by many) and the service was amazing. Well worth every penny. Meghan is very accommodating with your budget and food tastes. Couldn't recommend them more highly!!!!
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    Anna Sent on 10/22/2013
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    One of the best decisions we made regarding our wedding! Working with DA was a DREAM!! Met with DA (Meghan) after reading their rave reviews and trading emails with a very responsive Meghan. They were always flexible, patient, and accommodating. They worked with me on my budget and never blinked when we asked for ways to cut costs but still include what we wanted. My family and I NEVER felt like "just another contract" to them. Despite her own unforeseen personal medical needs, Meghan made sure staff was available in her place so we were able to do our menu tasting on our scheduled date (we aren't local), which was so appreciated. The food at our cocktail hour and reception was delicious; my family and I haven't heard one bad thing about it since the wedding! All of their staff was incredibly helpful, friendly, attentive...anything I needed, they were there. They worked very well with our venue and with our day-of coordinator, which was key. Delicious, gourmet-quality food at a very fair price. Their presentation was also incredibly elegant. We also worked with David a bit during the planning process and had the same pleasant experience. I was never inundated with emails or questions, as all of their staff seemed to be on the same page about everything regarding our wedding and coordinated quite a bit with our wedding planner which really put me at ease. My parents loved working with them as well and they appreciated that their staff was professional, including the bartenders, who made sure to follow the law when serving our guests, because that was important to my parents. I even had a specific bar "gift" request for my fiance and they worked with me to make it exactly how I envisioned and helped me surprise him with the gift--my husband LOVED it and all of his friends raved about it. I really appreciate all of the staff at DA for going above and beyond for our wedding...it truly made our day!
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    Margaret Sent on 10/15/2013
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    David Alan Catering was an absolute pleasure to work with. They were flexible and accommodating for a great value. The best part was working with them the day-of. The amount of attention I received as a bride during the entire day was like having an army of personal assistants. They kept the day running smoothly, and I have them to thank! I highly recommend them.
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    Acacia Sent on 09/24/2013
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    David Alan Catering was absolutely amazing! My husband found them on wedding wire and after meeting with Meghan we knew we wanted them to cater our wedding. Right from the start Meghan worked with us to design a delicious custom menu that fit our theme and that fit our personalities. I was blown away by the amount of options they are able to offer and how flexible they were in designing our menu. They definitely go above and beyond when it comes to all the details. We were able to choose the linen colors we wanted, the silverware and the dinner ware that would fit our wedding theme. We also were able to have a gorgeous wedding cake designed by one of the cake vendors that David Alan Catering works with. All of this was included in their very reasonable price!
    We had a tent reception and David Alan Catering took care of setting up our entire venue. I was able to relax on our wedding day knowing that it would all be taken care of. I was able to leave my table center pieces and place cards/party favors, toasting flutes and cake serving set in the tent before David Alan Catering arrived to set up and Meghan made sure that everything was set up perfectly.
    The food at our reception was delicious. All our guests kept saying how perfectly cooked everything was. The service was wonderful, the staff was all friendly and professional.
    Overall David Alan catering is an awesome catering company!!
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    Kristen Sent on 08/07/2013
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    "Best wedding food we've ever had"...our guests can't stop raving! David Alan catering is phenomenal in ever way. The food is scrumptious, visually appealing and each dish had a unique flair, the perfect combination. Our venue, Carousel at Lighthouse Point Park, requires caterers to build their own kitchen, and when we started the hunt for the perfect caterer, we were dismayed at the high prices we were getting back -- until we met DAC at a bridal show. Not only were their prices incredibly reasonable and all inclusive (total included food, rentals, kitchen building, staff time, etc), but they gave us the option of providing our own alcohol, which my fiance and I were interested in. My primary contact, Meghan, was my saving grace, answering my hundreds of emails while we slowly made our selections and was super flexible about scheduling meetings and rescheduling our tasting when my fiance's flight was cancelled. She is an absolute delight to work with, super friendly and laid back (although she gets the job done), exactly what I was looking for. I made a ton of DIY decorations for the reception, and Meghan and her crew not only set everything up for me (and brought the beer & wine we purchased to the venue) so I didn't need to do a thing when we arrived post ceremony, but they also brought everything BACK with them at the end of the evening, so we didn't need to truck it home on the buses. They even wrapped up the leftovers passed apps and gave them to my father the following morning so nothing went to waste. Tropical Storm Andrea hit on the day of our wedding and it downpoured the entire day. I can only imagine what it was like for the chefs cooking outside in that nonsense, but the food was spectacular and the service was impeccable. The bartenders were super fast and we felt so wonderfully taken care of. And as I mentioned, the passed apps, our plated meals (the filet is too die for) and our late night snacks were amazing. You cannot go wrong with these guys!
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    Chrystal Sent on 09/01/2012
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    I found David Alan Catering almost by accident in a google search. I sent a request for pricing and was amazed that they were almost half the price as other quotes, and they included the wedding cake and linen. I thought... what is up with this place! Despite my initial hesitation i set up a meeting with Meghan, the Wedding Organizer for David Alan, and it ended up being the best thing i did for my wedding. 1) the prices are reasonable because that is not where this company makes all their money, so all overhead costs are not passed down to you. Once Meghan explained this to me I was just so happy. 2) Meghan was so responsive , accommodating and had a can-do attitude about the whole wedding, she met with us multiple times. From organizing a tasting during a snow storm to meeting us at the casino so we could go gamble afterwards, she was a pleasure to work with (by the end of the wedding i had sent her hundreds of emails back and forth) we always had trust that she had our best interests at heart and not the bottom line.
    A great asset about David Alan is that they have contacts with other vendors, they included our wedding cake from another vendor with the initial budget, they setup and broke down the chairs for our outdoor wedding, they even rented fans for us. Meghan worked with us on a lot of things , like finding us a bartender for our open bar ( where we bought all the alcohol, open bar for less than 1K yes please!).
    Finally the food and staff. With multiple passed apps, stationary apps and a "wandering buffet" with a pasta station and a carving station. Everyone was full to the hilts at the end of the wedding and raving about the quality of food. It was presented beautifully and absolutely delicious.
    As far as the staff, I was stunned at how professional everyone of them were. Meghan had assigned a member of the weight staff to both me and my husband so we never had to wait in line for food or drinks from the bar.
    They could not have done a better job!!!
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    User906206 Sent on 08/21/2012
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    Can't find a bad thing to say! Everything was amazing, from working with our budget, to customizing our menu, to accommodating changes!
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    Emily Sent on 08/18/2012
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    Everyone at David Allen Catering is just wonderful. Our wedding was absolutely perfect, and we couldn't have done it without their hard work. They were able to coordinate with our other vendors for alcohol and dessert, and we didn't have to worry about a thing. All of the guest loved the food, and thanks to the attentive staff who set up our own little dinner table in the back, we were able to have some and enjoy it too. David Allen Catering truly understands how crazy weddings can be, and they go above and beyond to make the day as stress-free as possible. The set up and take down went so smoothly, and our guests couldn't stop raving about how delicious everything was (one wanted to beg them for the vodka sauce recipe - the pasta bar was such a hit!).

    We have nothing but the utmost appreciation for the David Allen Catering staff. From the initial planning meetings to the tasting to the day before the wedding to the very end of the night, they were extremely coordinated and displayed expertise with everything they did. We couldn't have picked a better caterer!
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    Krystle Sent on 10/05/2011
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    From the very first phone call, then meeting, then taste testing...all the way to the wedding, we always felt comfortable and that David had everything in control for our day. Not once did we ever feel pressured into something that would have been easier for him or for his convenience, it was always about making our day just the way we wanted it, and he did! Even when the unexpected arose once or twice, he handled himself, and his crew, professionally and got things done right. We truly could not have been happier with his workmanship, and of course the food was just what we wanted, GREAT! I would recommend him and his company to any bride/groom that wants what every wedding truly should be, personal and tasteful. Thank you again David, we were and are still so thankful.
    Tim and Krystle
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    Jack Sent on 10/04/2011
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    Excellent food, very fair price, and extremely flexible and supportive. Truly helped make the wedding an carefree enjoyment.
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    Amber Sent on 09/28/2011
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    Perfection!

    David and his company couldn't have been better! He was everything I wanted and more with an attitude that was nothing but patient and understanding. After talking with several other wedding caterers in the area I wasn't feeling too excited about my wedding budget. They all said my budget was unrealistic and that I should "look at the Everyday Catering menu". But then David replied to my email with enthusiasm and a great menu to start from that only improved with converstaions. He gave the perfect balance between my idea of a Wandering Wedding/Picnic style and my mom's more formal Buffet/Sit-down style. And he was more than willing to talk, email or meet anytime I asked.

    And it's not just his services and attitude, the food is still being talked about months after the wedding! The chipolte steak, pasta station, EVERYTHING was AMAZING! The extra plates left for us after the reception were gone in less than an hour. People had second and even third helpings.

    I HIGHLY recommend David to any one for any occasion, but definitely for weddings!
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    Stephanie Sent on 09/27/2011
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    David was BEYOND spectacular! My husband had worked a few weddings with him so when we got engaged, he knew exactly who he wanted to cater for us. I was sold the minute we got his proposed menu. We absolutely loved all of his ideas and he was really great about our tight budget and dietary concerns for some of our guests. We were able to do most of the planning via email and the tasting blew us out of the water. The presentation of the food is so impressive. It's not just placed out but more interactive (ex. a pasta bar with skillets to mix it all together in front of you)

    It's been 3 months since our wedding and our guests are STILL talking about how fabulous our food was and how impressed they were with the presentation (even while at other weddings)! My mother-in-law is planning her wedding now and there was no debating who would be catering hers!
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