32 Best Caterers in Ottawa

“We recently had a large corporate function and hired FoodWorks to cater the event. Tim was incredibly helpful right from the first communication and was able to adapt to our ever changing needs (and budget) from beginning to end. The plan was to get the food delivered while the main part of the event was under way. Tim and crew were able to come in, silently deploy the food and refreshments, and make their way out without anyone being the wiser! It was so smooth that barely anyone noticed. Tim and his crew were kind, courteous, and very professional. It all proceeded like clockwork! We're already planning to use FoodWorks for next year's event and would highly recommend them for any function requiring catering.“

“Expertly crafted tasty eats and yummy treats!“

“I kept hearing about Frank's from friends. Today I picked up 2 sandwiches and 6 butter tarts. The food was deliciously good and the staff were amazing. I'll definitely be going back.“

“One word-Delicioso! I drove 25 minutes to try out the food and I will definitely drive 25 minutes again very soon for more deliciousness!“

“I had them cater both of my son's parties and the food was excellent! everyone raved about it and we had tons of leftovers. I highly recommend them for catering and I'm an excellent chef myself, so I'm picky about other peoples cooking“

“We served Thyme and Again pies at our casual wedding, alongside some homemade salads, and they were a huge hit! The pies were absolutely delicious- perfectly baked, rich in flavour, and full of that homemade comfort everyone loves. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about them! It was the perfect addition to our relaxed, family-style celebration.“

“Excellent food prepared by the chef for our 2 year old bday party !“

“I have used Goodies for decades and they continue to do fine catering. I was a bit worried when ownership changed but all is good. I hosted a shower last weekend and lo and behold Conrad did the delivery. Instructions were clear, food excellent and all those little details (like providing the lighter for heating the serving dishes) were attended too. It is reasonable, friendly and efficient.“

“Great cooking classes, fresh food and awesome chefs to teach and give you tips!“

“Second seasonal family meal (1 Christmas and 1 Thanksgiving). Delicious, fresh, easy to heat and serve. Impressed with the flavours, the generous portions and the overall originality of each dish. I can see why they’ve been a staple in our neighbourhood for so long.“

“Detola!!!! You've been blessing me with delicious food since I was 7 months pregnant! I’m not Nigerian, I’m from the Caribbean ,but my husband, our new baby, and I make sure to visit Detola’s at least once or twice a month.

She truly cooks from the heart. You can feel the love in every bite , it’s not just about business, it’s about service, flavor, and soul!

I highly, highly recommend checking it out. The space is clean, simple, and welcoming, and the food is absolutely DELICIOUS!

Thank you, sis Detola. We don’t personally know each other, but your food has been such a blessing to me. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Delicious! Chef Resa and her team can really cook! Tasty, with Caribbean flavours . The catering is done to perfection. My recent orders are for Christmas and the jerk turkey is juicy and amazing. Good portions and sauces to accompany. The Catering is excellent. Well organized with pickup times and well packaged. I will be a customer for a very long time!“

“Oh my goodness! Their blueberry cheesecake is so delicious I had to get an extra one to go!

It's gluten free. I can't eat dairy but this was so worth my pains later. It was whipped airy and the crust was a nice oat brown sugar crisp.

I paired it with an oat milk matcha with cinnamon. I liked how their matcha was strong.

Okay my belly hurts already (since I'm lactose intolerant) typing this haha but it is so worth it! I'm still finishing it!

It's a cute store too. I found cards that you can plant wild flowers instead of recycling them, a fresh black bean dip and some nice teas

All the staff were so nice also.“

“This has become one of my go-to spots in town for Jamaican food. Top tier service and the food actually amazed me. Coming from Toronto, there are few places I’ll trust for their Jamaican cuisine but Reggae Rooster impressed me and I’ll definitely be back.“

“I ordered the grilled chicken, it was fantastic. Fresh, amazing spices & charcoal flavour, and was ready 20 minutes after I placed the call. Highly recommended!“

“Our recent experience with you was nothing short of exceptional. Your culinary offerings surpassed our expectations, showcasing a perfect blend of quality ingredients and expert craftsmanship. The presentation was impeccable, adding an extra touch of elegance to our event. The experience left a lasting impression on us and our guests. If you're seeking a catering service that combines culinary excellence with unparalleled professionalism, do not hesitate to contact them.“

“fun place to work at with amazing staff with amazing food !! and good prices !! we have fun but also Professional !! come on down to see our frozen meals hot lunches and so much more !“

“Melissa was over today, cooked up 4 of her marvelously delicious recipes. she is super sweet, efficient and incredibly versatile, flexible and a dream to work with! 100% everything she says, she does and then some! My fridge is full, my kitchen is spotless, and I look forward to enjoying my meals for the next week or two!!! thank you so much!“

“If you have an appointment at the Riverside or if you stop to get a Tim Hortons, take it from a foodie freak, just WALK on BY the Tim Hortons and all the way to the back of the hospital all the way down in the basement and your gonna find the most FANTASTIC lunch counter and fabulous food you ever ate at excellent prices.I am not kidding this place is a hidden GEM if you haven't eaten there you just HAVE to. I was so inspired after having a really great breakfast that wasn't over priced and over portioned.The place might be small but the person who runs it puts a a lot of flavor into everything she makes there, she's wonderful and her FOOD omg BEST breakfast and I really thought she dropped a one in front of the price I haven't paid that amount for a full breakfast in I can't even remember how many years!And as a dessert freak what can I say if you can walk out with 4 desserts, have breakfast and take home a sandwish for $20 bucks maybe I should be keeping my mouth shut right?JUST WALK BY THAT TIMHORTONS its got nothing on NAN"S FOOD AND NAN"S PLACE its an old fashioned lunch counter experience that is a hidden breakfast and lunch treasure.THIS IS ONE OF THE VERY FEW PLACES I HAVE REVIEWED THAT GETS A FULL FIVE STARS YO!“

“Just grabbed a coffee at this cafe and I'm stoked! The staff including the chef are super friendly. I could not resist the smell of food so the chef suggested his special sandwich “Sujuk” must try, and it was legit. Highly recommend 😃“

“Amazing food and service! Moishe was amazing to talk to about our vision and worked with us to accommodate several dietary restrictions and small changes. We had so much positive feedback from guests and vendors about the catering team at our wedding. The food was amazing, the catering team was professional and well organized, and everything went off without a hitch! We highly recommend Culinary Conspiracy!“

“Professional & helpful -- hired for a wedding and showed up on time + did a great job!“

“We ordered the wings, ribs & brisket for a family gathering and everyone was impressed! The ranch dressing has also become our go-to dipping sauce! If you are hosting a dinner and are pressed for time, I recommend ordering from Meatings!“

“Best chicken shawarma poutine in Canada!“

“Wonderful at letting me know what is going on in my city!“

“First time here, Panini and soup was unreal. Like everyone else it's a little hard to find. When you go in the lobby your auto instinct is to take the elevators to the right, but no go left and you will see the sign and the stairs right beside. Busy place to do you know it's good.“

“I love this store!!! The staff are knowledgeable and very helpful. I must go there every time we are in Ottawa!!!“

“We will forever be looking for reasons to hire Essence for catering again. Jason and Tanya and their team catered our (COVID) wedding, and we cannot stop gushing over the experience of working with them, nor have we fully stopped salivating over the memory of the food. Following our first call and brief consult with Jason, he came up with a menu that so perfectly fit our tastes and reflected the style of our wedding that we had almost no choice but to tell them yes! Their experience in this industry shines through in their interactions during planning. While they were always receptive to our requests, they also did not hesitate to provide suggestions not only for the food but for the schedule and flow of the event entirely. When COVID restrictions threw a wrench into our plans, Jason and Tanya suggested a way to tweak the menu and the courses, which definitely made a difference in our guests' positive experience. Their staff were lovely and professional. They were also quickly able to accommodate when our Grandparents unexpectedly decided that they wanted to stick around past the ceremony, and even made us our favorite cocktail as a late night treat (Tanya, when you appeared with a second one for us on the dance floor I could have hugged you). They are true professionals and we felt zero worry placing our trust in them for both the menu and logistics. And the food was fantastic- we've had lots of positive feedback from our guests both on the quality and the uniqueness (without being off-putting for the pickier eaters among our guests) of the menu. We felt the price was (very!) fair for the quality of the food, the creativity, intricacy and labour behind the small plates courses and for their attentiveness and care during planning. If you’re looking for a wedding (or event) food experience that is elevated beyond the standard fare, look no further. Thank you Jason and Tanya for everything that you did to make sure that the food service was not on our list of stresses and for making our wedding day so memorable!“

“Ubereats had an issue today and it resulted in me getting charged with no order being placed for the owners to see. I called the restaurant and they were extremely understanding of the situation despite it not being their fault, even contacting Ubereats on my behalf to get me a refund which took a lot of time out of their busy day. Just for that, their service is a 5/5. Their food is incredible too, the portions are great, it's fairly priced, and it is flat out delicious.“

“I drop into this location often when on Preston. The food is always exceptional. Today I’m taking the time to add a review to additionally recognize the excellent service.

I just had some oral surgery done and I’m limited in what I can eat. One of the service team members was kind of enough to prepare me a small container of mashed potatoes in advance of them being out on the hot bar. Not only were they absolutely delicious - they were perfect for my circumstances. I can’t thank the kind woman who aided me enough!“