7 Best Caterers near Traverse City

“We used Grandview Catering for our wedding at BlueBridge this past weekend and we couldn’t be more pleased! ‘Wedding Food’ doesn’t always get the best reputation but our guests couldn’t have been more pleased! We heard nothing but great things about the food. The service and the staff were all amazing. Very communicative and professional leading up to the wedding and afterwards as well. HIGHLY recommend to anyone planning a wedding in the future!“

“Normally not a custard fan but... Gabes Burnt Honey Custard, simply spectacular.“

“We hired Angela for my daughters wedding. She and the team are masters of everything - food linens and day and day of coordination . It was perfect“

“Janelle’s Famous Chili at Folgarelli’s Market & Wine Shop The kidney beans feel like they were raised on a foggy hillside somewhere that requires a ferry and a strong grandmother. The white beans absolutely spent time overseas. They’ve seen markets. They’ve heard arguments in languages we don’t speak. Then the beef shows up like it owns shoreline. This is Old Mission Peninsula cattle energy. These cows had lake views and a seasonal schedule. They were not rushed. They were probably discussed at dinner parties. You can taste a level of calm in this beef that only comes from animals that knew exactly where they stood in the world. Tender, rich, and behaving like they had a wine club membership before becoming chili. The whole pot has depth. There’s balance. There’s confidence. There’s a sense that someone made this and said, “We are not embarrassing ourselves today.” Every bite feels intentional. Nothing in here is freelancing. Nobody showed up unprepared. This is the kind of chili that makes you reconsider other chilis you’ve trusted. You take a bite and suddenly every crockpot at every potluck you’ve ever attended is on notice. It’s hearty without being reckless, bold without yelling, and it fully understands what winter in Northern Michigan does to a human spirit. If this chili were a person, it owns property, has strong boundaries, and brings the good bread without being asked. If it were on the Food Network, one judge would say “layers,” one would say “this has a story,” and another would quietly try to take a container home and deny it later. Final ruling: Janelle didn’t just make chili. These beans didn’t just get invited. They were vetted. Then she introduced them to extremely well-raised local beef and let them form a coalition. The result is comfort with a résumé. If you’re at Folgarelli’s and you see this chili, you get it immediately. Some foods are lunch. Some foods are dinner. This one is infrastructure.“

“#1 The chai latte is to die for here. 2. My only disappointment was I did not have more fingers to lick after worshipping every bite of my Monte Cristo sandwich. Heavenly . 3. The Valentines cannoli was as delightful as those from North End in Boston. We will be back, in the meantime will send all our friends and family to hold our barstools down. Hats off the the nicest, most skillful bartender and coffee batista!“

“First x mas alone in a new city staff was so helpful and picked me out a dinner that I am proud to show off and can’t wait to eat!!!“

“Being a wedding vendor myself, I talk to countless brides about the other vendors they booked and how their experiences went. I see Catering By Kellys at so many of my own clients’ weddings and hear so many wonderful things about their experience with them and the quality of their food that they were the first vendor I pursued in my own wedding planning. On the day of, their staff were well dressed and beyond professional. They took such good care of my husband and I and just added so positively to our guests’ overall experience. We decided on a family style dinner format which was just an absolutely amazing option to have. Our tables shared and conversed over food as if each table was having an elegant thanksgiving feast. The tenderloin was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The chicken was juicy and fell right off the bone. Everything was hot, fresh, and delicious. Josh is amazing to work with. He’s precise with the details and truly makes himself available for his clients. I left the reception hall to get my hair done in the bridal suite and when I came back out every single place setting was immaculately set. They pay attention to every detail. I’ve worked with them on all styles of events, small, large, formal, and casual and they hit it out of the park every time. You are in the best hands and will receive the best product available if you book Catering By Kellys. Thank you so much for being such a special part of one of the best days of my life.“