7 Best Caterers near Old Saybrook

“Jenna knocked it out of the park. From our first meeting to day-of unexpected chaos, she handled every detail (down to the linens). We felt so special, even before our big day. She has such an attention to detail and acts quickly on her feet. Our outdoor ceremony got rained out MINUTES before, and she still managed to keep things perfect and dreamy. You truly don’t know how important it is to have a day-of coordinator, and Jenna is the best of the best. She is in the background overseeing the whole production, making everything feel like magic. Someone get this lady a trophy!

The food was delicious, and the staff were attentive and organized. You really do get what you pay for. Thank you Coastal Gourmet! 🩵“

“Always a great place to grab lunch! Today's melt special was simply aaaaamaaaazzzzing! It may be a place you don't think about often because of the location, definitely worth the extra few minutes to get there!“

“Great fresh food with a lot of options. Plan ahead on weekends, you should expect hour plus wait times once you are seated for your food. We come here frequently for breakfast - it’s faster to order takeout for sure.“

“Wonderful customer service, loved the sundae and small ice cream even bought a shirt and the lady at the register took the time to find my size in the back.“

“Unique specials everyday large portions at a good price“

“Our wedding over Memorial Day Weekend at The Lace Factory was all we ever dreamed (and more)! Venue: The actual venue is STUNNING and SO UNIQUE, especially for the New England area! We toured almost a dozen venues and did not find one that had the vintage & ornate touches that The Lace Factory did. Furthermore, they have 2 great outdoor areas: one which has a beautiful garden and is used for ceremonies and cocktail hours, and a second in the front which has views of the Connecticut River. The inside is so charming, and they have beautiful decorations in their Decor Book to choose from. But they also allow & encourage each couple to make the space personal by using the shelves and tables they provide for frames, guest books, memorial tables, etc. Since the space is so large and flexible, we were able to have a Photo Booth, couch seating area, kids play area, AND a large Dance Floor. And to top it all off, The Lace Factory is one of the few we found that allows for "sparkler send-offs" which was a blast for everyone. Planning: We did a 1 year engagement and from the start it was a very easy process working with the staff. 11 months prior, we were given a very detailed tour and all of our questions were answered, so we secured our date over email with ease. Although we were planning from out of state, they were in constant communication with us, ensuring we completed all steps within our timeline. Anytime we had a question, they responded to an email within 24 hours or a phone call immediately. Additionally, they have a great reputation with various vendors and took care of contacting the vendors to provide them logistics for the big day (which was a huge weight off our shoulders)! Food/Drink: All of the food is fantastic! They have an extensive menu that can be served plated or buffet. We chose plated (and highly recommend the roasted statler chicken)! We were also in awe at the cake they designed for us that perfectly matched the example photo we provided (and tasted great)! They have many fun add-on options, such as a Donut Bar which was a huge hit with our guests. The drinks were great and the package included a Signature Cocktail which was fun to create with them. The Lace Factory truly created the BEST day of our lives and we are forever grateful!“

“We had a 35th birthday party at Caius last night. Fire in the Kitchen food truck was our meal. It was amazing! All our guests raved about how good the pizza was, fresh tasty, timely. The chef team was super friendly and accommodating. I cannot say enough good things. Highly Recommended.“