Just wanted to let you know everything was great on Saturday.Your food was amazing, all the guests commented on the variety and tasty entries.Bruce was awesome. He served and cleaned up beautifully!I gave Dotty's a shout out and I hope you get some referrals from our shower.I will certainly use you again for our future catering needs.Cheers,Susanne
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Colin Magness
Excellent food and service! Kind staff, super accommodating! The food was delectable! Usually eating out at restaurants is regrettable. Dotty's provided healthy energy and made for a happy body! Would certainly eat there again...and making a point to tell friends!Vegetarian options: Delicious perfectly cook vegetables!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alexandra Biester
I’ve given this place way too many chances. I had a horrible experience in December when I was served raw chicken, was given a gift card and the owner was very apologetic. Decided to come back to get dinner the other night, had my sleeping 5 year old in tow, and the way I was treated by Terri was not ok. She had an attitude the second I walked up to the counter. I was not even waited on by her for quite some time as she had messed up someone’s payment and the owner was fixing it. When I was being “helped”, I had asked her about serving sizes & she said “I don’t know” with an attitude. Then, when I went to use my gift card, you would have thought I inconvenienced her so badly. “Ugh you’re using a gift card?!”. I couldn’t WAIT to get out of there. Never again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Kass Smith
Over the top on the brisket...wish I bought more!!!
christiana logansmith
I chose Dottie’s Gourmet Kitchen to cater a reception to honor my father, and I am so glad I did. Once I gave Marilyn, the owner, a general idea of the type of the event we wanted, she came up with great suggestions for the menu and set up so it was really easy even though I live out of town. She worked directly with the venue on a lot of the details, and the results were beautiful and everyone raved about the food. Her staff couldn’t have been more thoughtful, keeping the tables looking nice and assisting guests as needed. We had some guests we knew were very health conscious vegans, and she readily incorporated several dishes that they could eat and everyone else enjoyed as well. Chose Dottie’s Gourmet kitchen and you won’t regret it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donna O.
No doubt you will be happy with the food! Yes, the prices are DEAR. I understand the food is made in smaller than usual batches so prices will be higher BUT I would be willing to purchase so much more if they can bring their prices down a tad. I would not recommend going in here near a holiday. We went in the day before Thanksgiving ( 2 years In a row) and got turned away because EVERY SINGLE ITEM was sold! They take pre-orders so you go in yo pick up some sides ect...nope! My husband had one in his hand and they took it right out of his hand saying " that's not for you, all sold out" I said you should put up a sign because how would anyone know that? She mumbled " yeah when I have time for that" my husband didn't like the way they handled things and said he won't bother going back. I will still stop in once in a blue moon just not near a holiday.
Janeen Gibson
I was sent to help her from another owner in Newtown Square. I purchased a shepherds pie ? rice pudding, bread pudding and a fruity bottle of balsamic vinegar . I was discussing my red wine braised short rib with one of her cooks. Kerri pulled the recipe out to show me , from there I told Marilyn yes it’s a easy recipe. After I left, I went to work for the guy who sent me to work for her . Got home heated up the Shepherds pie ? I sent her a picture of the pie & thanked her, told her the pie was phenomenal. She sent me a nasty message saying “ the pie your eating is at your workplace & she didn’t appreciate me making her pie and that I stole her recipe & I couldn’t work with her .” I explained the picture was her pie ? and how can she possibly think , I had time to steal her recipe, come home and remake the pie ? I was devastated for one I’m black and to be accused of stealing her recipe & asking for her recipes is not in my character. I’m a Christian woman sent to help her out . She then told me her cook Kerri left her recipe out on the counter, it was there after I left ! I told her that Kerri did no such thing , so that’s another lie on her staff ! Kerri didn’t give me any recipes or did I ask for any. I’m saddened that this woman tried to humiliate & sabotage my character thinking I stole her recipe, re created it and I was dumb enough to send her a picture. The picture sent was me eating her pie ? She never apologized. I’m a great Personal Chef just starting out & I strive to be a great boss . You can’t go around accusing people of stealing especially black people . I’m sorry I brought that damn shepherd pie or patronized her business.. Slandering & defamation of character could open up issues you don’t want so it’s best to treat people with kindness & respect as I gave you . Let alone the young lady in the kitchen Kerri ! Recipes are sacred ! I value women bosses but to throw stones at me a black woman , you tried to tear me down & lie on me .. I know I’m destined for greater. God will work everything out for me & judging by the owner’s character, I was saved from working here. I wish nothing but the best . Hope you work on spirituality. When your spirit is good you’ll know the difference & know God wouldn’t fail you . Fearing someone stole your recipes or asked for recipes , just out to get you is the work of the devil ? Sad world we live in with no regards on how you treat people.
Service: 1
Craig Childs
Great food and great people!
Oliver Chamberlain
My Go-to spot for catering!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lea R.
Absolutely the best. The food superb Marilyn is great. Quiche awesome,good chicken salad too.
After reading all the great reviews about Dotty's, we decided to stop in and grab a couple of the much-acclaimed chicken croquettes for dinner.With the patiently thorough and friendly help of Kel at the counter, after seeing the abundance of delicious looking options, we walked out with much more than the croquettes.We just had the croquettes and mashed potatoes for dinner. They were perfect. Fresh, moist, full of flavorful chicken deliciousness. The mashed potatoes were also excellent. They both lived up to the overwhelming hype!PS- We didn't see it until we were leaving, but if you pick up beer at the place next store, Dotty's gives you 10% off.We can't wait to try the rest!!
Patricia Boucher
Just used Dotty's Gourmet Kitchen for a family event. Luckily Marilyn could fit us in as we called one week before the event. We picked up the food and all was prepared, packed and ready on time. Marilyn helped us choose the menu for an afternoon open house for 35 guests. Everyone raved about the sandwiches and salads. The chicken fingers were the best and the spring salad with fresh fruit, walnuts, etc. was outstanding. Marilyn and her staff made it easy and stress free. Thanks so much!!
Briana Barry
Delicious, healthy food to go...all home made from scratch! Reasonably priced, convenient, pleasant service...I am definitely a regular at this point. A really nice addition to the Marple Newtown community.
Kim Mowry
Delicious homemade Healthy Food!The chicken parmesan is delicious as well as a variety of homemade soup.The owner is accommodating and friendly.
Just wanted to let you know everything was great on Saturday.Your food was amazing, all the guests commented on the variety and tasty entries.Bruce was awesome. He served and cleaned up beautifully!I gave Dotty's a shout out and I hope you get some referrals from our shower.I will certainly use you again for our future catering needs.Cheers,Susanne
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and service! Kind staff, super accommodating! The food was delectable! Usually eating out at restaurants is regrettable. Dotty's provided healthy energy and made for a happy body! Would certainly eat there again...and making a point to tell friends!Vegetarian options: Delicious perfectly cook vegetables!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve given this place way too many chances. I had a horrible experience in December when I was served raw chicken, was given a gift card and the owner was very apologetic. Decided to come back to get dinner the other night, had my sleeping 5 year old in tow, and the way I was treated by Terri was not ok. She had an attitude the second I walked up to the counter. I was not even waited on by her for quite some time as she had messed up someone’s payment and the owner was fixing it. When I was being “helped”, I had asked her about serving sizes & she said “I don’t know” with an attitude. Then, when I went to use my gift card, you would have thought I inconvenienced her so badly. “Ugh you’re using a gift card?!”. I couldn’t WAIT to get out of there. Never again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Over the top on the brisket...wish I bought more!!!
I chose Dottie’s Gourmet Kitchen to cater a reception to honor my father, and I am so glad I did. Once I gave Marilyn, the owner, a general idea of the type of the event we wanted, she came up with great suggestions for the menu and set up so it was really easy even though I live out of town. She worked directly with the venue on a lot of the details, and the results were beautiful and everyone raved about the food. Her staff couldn’t have been more thoughtful, keeping the tables looking nice and assisting guests as needed. We had some guests we knew were very health conscious vegans, and she readily incorporated several dishes that they could eat and everyone else enjoyed as well. Chose Dottie’s Gourmet kitchen and you won’t regret it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
No doubt you will be happy with the food! Yes, the prices are DEAR. I understand the food is made in smaller than usual batches so prices will be higher BUT I would be willing to purchase so much more if they can bring their prices down a tad. I would not recommend going in here near a holiday. We went in the day before Thanksgiving ( 2 years In a row) and got turned away because EVERY SINGLE ITEM was sold! They take pre-orders so you go in yo pick up some sides ect...nope! My husband had one in his hand and they took it right out of his hand saying " that's not for you, all sold out" I said you should put up a sign because how would anyone know that? She mumbled " yeah when I have time for that" my husband didn't like the way they handled things and said he won't bother going back. I will still stop in once in a blue moon just not near a holiday.
I was sent to help her from another owner in Newtown Square. I purchased a shepherds pie ? rice pudding, bread pudding and a fruity bottle of balsamic vinegar . I was discussing my red wine braised short rib with one of her cooks. Kerri pulled the recipe out to show me , from there I told Marilyn yes it’s a easy recipe. After I left, I went to work for the guy who sent me to work for her . Got home heated up the Shepherds pie ? I sent her a picture of the pie & thanked her, told her the pie was phenomenal. She sent me a nasty message saying “ the pie your eating is at your workplace & she didn’t appreciate me making her pie and that I stole her recipe & I couldn’t work with her .” I explained the picture was her pie ? and how can she possibly think , I had time to steal her recipe, come home and remake the pie ? I was devastated for one I’m black and to be accused of stealing her recipe & asking for her recipes is not in my character. I’m a Christian woman sent to help her out . She then told me her cook Kerri left her recipe out on the counter, it was there after I left ! I told her that Kerri did no such thing , so that’s another lie on her staff ! Kerri didn’t give me any recipes or did I ask for any. I’m saddened that this woman tried to humiliate & sabotage my character thinking I stole her recipe, re created it and I was dumb enough to send her a picture. The picture sent was me eating her pie ? She never apologized. I’m a great Personal Chef just starting out & I strive to be a great boss . You can’t go around accusing people of stealing especially black people . I’m sorry I brought that damn shepherd pie or patronized her business.. Slandering & defamation of character could open up issues you don’t want so it’s best to treat people with kindness & respect as I gave you . Let alone the young lady in the kitchen Kerri ! Recipes are sacred ! I value women bosses but to throw stones at me a black woman , you tried to tear me down & lie on me .. I know I’m destined for greater. God will work everything out for me & judging by the owner’s character, I was saved from working here. I wish nothing but the best . Hope you work on spirituality. When your spirit is good you’ll know the difference & know God wouldn’t fail you . Fearing someone stole your recipes or asked for recipes , just out to get you is the work of the devil ? Sad world we live in with no regards on how you treat people.
Service: 1
Great food and great people!
My Go-to spot for catering!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely the best. The food superb Marilyn is great. Quiche awesome,good chicken salad too.
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food and great service.
After reading all the great reviews about Dotty's, we decided to stop in and grab a couple of the much-acclaimed chicken croquettes for dinner.With the patiently thorough and friendly help of Kel at the counter, after seeing the abundance of delicious looking options, we walked out with much more than the croquettes.We just had the croquettes and mashed potatoes for dinner. They were perfect. Fresh, moist, full of flavorful chicken deliciousness. The mashed potatoes were also excellent. They both lived up to the overwhelming hype!PS- We didn't see it until we were leaving, but if you pick up beer at the place next store, Dotty's gives you 10% off.We can't wait to try the rest!!
Just used Dotty's Gourmet Kitchen for a family event. Luckily Marilyn could fit us in as we called one week before the event. We picked up the food and all was prepared, packed and ready on time. Marilyn helped us choose the menu for an afternoon open house for 35 guests. Everyone raved about the sandwiches and salads. The chicken fingers were the best and the spring salad with fresh fruit, walnuts, etc. was outstanding. Marilyn and her staff made it easy and stress free. Thanks so much!!
Delicious, healthy food to go...all home made from scratch! Reasonably priced, convenient, pleasant service...I am definitely a regular at this point. A really nice addition to the Marple Newtown community.
Delicious homemade Healthy Food!The chicken parmesan is delicious as well as a variety of homemade soup.The owner is accommodating and friendly.