Jules Catering

An amazing job of catering a party for 50 people. Every bit of it was delicious, perfect and beautifully presented. The 2 people who were here (Colleen and Gus) were so wonderful-​warm and personal and beyond efficient. And our contact with the company, Bobby, got every detail perfectly.
Would not hesitate to recommend Jules to anyone.

Jules Catered our wedding the past weekend and they were amazing. Bobby Spano could probably benefit from taking a couple of days off to come up with a super hero persona and costume because his everyday attire is too deceptive, doesn’t convey how amazing this guy is at what he does.

I have used Jules catering for several of my work events now and I have been extremely pleased with the food, service and professionalism of this company.
They have great ideas of how to mix things up for the season or keep it from being the stale black and white cocktail reception. Bobby is great! All the staff I have worked with from the bartenders and waitstaff to the behind the scene personal are always friendly and dependable. They do a great job cleaning up afterwards.
The only reason they didn’t get a 5^th star is I have never had wow me food yet from this place, but that could just be I haven’t ordered or paid for the right thing. I don’t have any complaints about what I have tried. It has all been tasty, fresh and been a huge hit with the party goers.

I have used Jules Catering for many years. They continuously provide excellent food and service.
Last week, I found out I needed a last minute kosher meal and kosher wine. I knew from the minute I made that «last minute» phone call to Jules that it was going to be taken care of and I did not need to worry.
From my perspective, it is this type of service that sets Jules apart from other caterers.
As an event planner, I have come to truly appreciate a company that is there for me in a crisis.
I highly recommend Jules Catering.

They started out great — knowledgeable, responsive, great menus… but have gotten repetitive, less responsive and less nice to work with over the past few years. They’re pretty expensive for what you get as well.
I plan lots of corporate events and meals, and Jules used to be our go-​to. Then, they started suggesting the same exact meal for every event. For one event, that recurs monthly, they suggested the same menu for consecutive months. For one large ($ 10k) event, we asked for menu suggestions, they told us they were too busy to get us a quote, would get back to us when they could — we went elsewhere.
One group wanted to order from them and checked the webpage for the weekly specials. I placed the order and was told that the weekly specials on the webpage were outdated. I asked if it would be updated, they said the better solution would be if they emailed me the weekly specials, and I, in turn, emailed them to my department. Um, no. It is not my job to market your menus. If you want people to know, update your webpage, or take that section off the page completely.
A colleague told me that a Jules rep called her, and scolded her, saying that they were very hurt that we don’t use them as much any more, and we should be loyal after all they’ve done for us over the years. It’s no coincidence that the entire company uses them less. Each department does their own ordering. I didn’t know that the other departments were having similar negative experiences, we all just got tired of the duplicated menus and weak interactions with them.
Sometimes, a group still wants to use Jules, so we do occasionally place orders with them, we just use them a lot less often. The last meals that they delivered for us were great — the guests enjoyed them a lot, so we’re glad we went with them, but the difficult personalities, and being told that they’re hurt that we don’t use them is not a way to win customers. Another caterer wanted our business, so planned free tasting sessions for each department. Each tasting session included 3 entrees, 3 salads, sandwiches and dozens of appetizers. They won our attention and our business. We told them that we needed a huge variety of foods, because our current go-​to caterer was too dull and repetitive. They said, «Who? Jules?». Everyone knows this about them.
If Jules had better customer service, instead of scolding us for not using them, they could have *asked* us why we weren’t using them as much, or tried to get us back by thanking us for years of business by giving us a tasting session, or a lunch.
Bottom line: for once-​in-​awhile events they’re great. For anything more frequent than that, you’ll be bored by them and want to go elsewhere, and you’ll get scolded for doing so.

What a great experience with Jules. They just catered my rehearsal dinner for 50, and delivered the food when they said they would and on budget. Catering manager Bobby Spano worked with me to choose the right menu, listened carefully when I needed to reduce the budget, and responded promptly every time I had a question. They even changed the delivery time when I requested it at the last minute. The food was wonderful too — from the pulled pork to chicken salad wraps and everything in between.
Plus, all of the food was delivered to my roof deck on the fourth floor walkup. Now THAT is above and beyond.

I really have a hard time processing how this company has such a high rating. Our company had Jules for food services on a regular basis, and the food is bad. Sandwich is flavorless and only function is to keep my empty stomach full. The chocolate chip cookie and brownie bites are lot worse than the supermarket make your own kind of food. I would never use their service because of the taste of their food.

I called Jules Catering after getting the name from the coordinator at the venue we had rented for a college graduation party with 36 guests. After a brief conversation with Bobby, I was sent a proposal and pricing. Bobby nailed the menu, and the pricing was within our budget… I sent the deposit check immediately!
Not only was he super helpful with a few additional requests, like one guest with celiac disease (therefore gluten free) and one vegetarian, but everything was perfect!
From the wait staff to the chef, everyone I dealt with was professional and pleasant. The food was FANTASTIC, and many guests have told us that this party was the highlight of graduation week. Best of all, my husband and I were able to relax and enjoy our own party.
I will definitely use them again, and I am recommending Jules Catering without reservation.

Having used Jules for both personal and professional events, I recommend them highly. The staff is always friendly and accommodating, and the food is delicious.
I recently got married and used Jules for catering and bar tending. When I explained that I didn’t want to host a typical dinner with a plated dinner or buffet, but rather a cocktail party set up, they worked with me to find a unique, delicious and affordable menu. Unlike some caterers and food providers, they actually understood how important it is to have menu that is easy to eat and hold when the party format is cocktail reception. The menu included a Latin station with a wide variety of chips (everything from plantain to taro root) along with some tasty Tex-​Mex hot items. The Mediterranean station with hummus, grape leaves and even tasty chicken skewers and a pasta station with two varieties of pasta. We even had some homemade chips and dip and other snacks spread around the reception.
I loved this set up because people were able to mix and mingle throughout the night and still felt like there was plenty of food. I skipped the purchase of an official wedding planner and Jules helped fill some of that role. Without taking over, they were able to help guide me on rental needs and timing based on their vast experience.
Next time I need a caterer, I will not hesitate to contact Jules!

They catered an event for my alma mater. They looked up the college and matched the cupcake frosting to our school colors and decorate the cookies elaborately to look like our mascot (they looked it up and did it on their own). Have used them before and they always do a nice job — go the extra mile.

Jules catered our wedding, and I am so thrilled with the result.
From the very start, our event sales coordinator, Bobby, was amazingly helpful. I never felt that I got a hard sell, he didn’t bat an eye at our budget, he was patient while we made up our minds. Bobby asked thoughtful questions to help us narrow down the menu. He responded to emails extremely quickly. He built a relationship with me, and was extremely personable. The tasting was great, they plated all the dishes for us, and gave us plenty of time alone to discuss privately — it was like a private dinner out!
In the days leading up to the wedding, Bobby was helpful in resolving all those little outstanding issues.
I was a little worried when I heard that he wouldn’t be able to stay for the entire event (he had another wedding to go to) — but I had nothing to be concerned about. Bobby was there during our ceremony (at the same venue as the reception) and even helped me arrange my veil and dress before I walked down the aisle, and he turned everything over to a really wonderful man (who’s name I don’t recall) who was extremely attentive.
In fact — the entire staff was extremely attentive! There was a waitress assigned to our head table, and she was there every time I needed her. She brought me and my husband a plate of hors devours, and made us a plate of the meal so we were sure to eat. She took great care of my dad, who was in a wheelchair recovering from a stroke, which won me over!
Another stand-​out moment was when a late-​comer arrived after the food had been served. My mum asked the guys in the kitchen, who were eating their dinner, to make her a plate, which they did without hesitation and even put their jackets back on to serve it to her!
I cannot recommend Jules more highly.

Jules was fantastic to work with, from planning to execution. Great food, incredible assortment of options, helpful and friendly staff — what else could you ask for?
The event was a cocktail party and they offered a very well balanced assortment of passed treats and stand alone displays. The food got raves as did the service.
No doubt they will get the call the next time I need catering. Brooke was fantastic.

Catering is an art, not a science. Anyone who has ever ordered nibbles for a large group of people knows that there’s no magic formula to making everyone in the Financial District happy, vegetarians and Republicans alike. You just have to throw spanakopita at the dart board and hope it sticks.
The only two factors that must be present, 100% of the time are the following:
1) Quality.
2) Lack of soggy mushiness.
Jules’ expertise is catering, if you will, to both of these factors flawlessly. Their sandwiches are always top notch, packed full of yummy, high-​quality ingredients that haven’t all become one, either in taste or aesthetic. The salads are delicious, especially the one with candied pecan and the caprese with portabello mushroom. The hot appetizers are pretty good – definitely tasty, if not a smidge generic, and high quality nonetheless, with delicious sauces and aiolis.
AND THE CHIPS AND ONION DIP. HOLY MOTHER OF GOD.
They are why I’m fat. Dot com.

There is a special spot in hell for places that put grapes in their chicken salad sandwiches.

We have had Jules Catering cater a couple of our events. They have great sushi, sandwiches, and tortellini pastas! If you are planning an upcoming event give them a call. One thing I want to note is that they take great care in presentation. That was one of the things I first noticed when they set up our buffet table.

Jules catered a Farewell Party for us at our non profit business. We worked with Jenny (who was efficient, knowledgeable and pleasant) to create a menu that was both affordable and delicious. Many more people came to the event than we anticipated, yet there was enough food for all.
Jules turkey sandwich is the best that I have ever eaten as was the hummus. Many guests commented on how much they enjoyed the food which was simple (which was what we requested) — - but very well presented. One staff member commented how she wished she could have Jules prepare all of her meals.
I regularly shop for organic, high quality food products so I really appreciated the good, clean, fresh high quality food that we got from Jules. I also appreciated their flexibility around delivery etc. I highly recommend them – if you want good value and most important —-excellent food and service.

Jules does our office lunch catering at least once a month. They are FANTASTIC. They have a unique menu selection and the food as well as the presentation are superb. Today they catered lunch for us and it was mexican and I might add better than some authentic mexican restaurants I’ve visited. They arrive early (which is rare for a caterer) and everything is hot when it arrives (also rare for some caterers). They go a step beyond in terms of offering «different’ menu choices which is a plus considering how menotenous food choices for lunches can be.

I’ve worked for some pretty freakin outstandingly demanding people (think The Devil Wears Prada here). For a solid 2 years I used Jules on a weekly basis. I knew the delivery guys, their families, the saleswoman and the # was on my speed dial (cell phone). I might have their menu memorized.
They’re amazing. Their food is amazing. If they could fork the food into your mouth for you, I think they would. Jenny at Jules has catered lunches, snacks, coffee breaks, breakfasts, dinner at private residences and multiple day conferences for me. Not once has she gotten anything wrong. ANYTHING. Not once has any delivery person been anything but polite.
I seriously can’t say enough. If you have questions… email me. Chances are I’ve asked Jenny (who I’ve never actually met but am considering sending a Christmas card too…)
Ohh! And I’ve never had anyone complain about the food in 3 years!

I was attending a conference last week where Jules Catering catered for one full week. We were served breakfast, morning snack, and afternoon snack. Lunch and dinner were on our own. I was very impressed with their food and service. The food was abundant and surprisingly very good. The staff was very sweet and friendly and was knowledgeable about the food they catered. She also seemed genuinely caring about feeding us and made sure we tried everything.
For breakfast and morning snacks, we had 2 – 3 choices each day, rotating between the following: petite egg pies (sort of like mini quiche), cheese and crackers, bagels and creamcheese, yogurt-​fruit-​granola cups, fruits on skewers, fruit salad, and cakes (chocolate marble, cinnamon, coffee).
For afternoon snacks, we also had 2 – 3 choices each day, rotating between cookies (oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip, etc.), individual bagged chips (doritos, lays, cheddar popcorn, etc.), dessert in a cup (chocolate mousse, strawberry short cake, strawberry mousse), brownies, chips and salsa, guacamole, and cream cheese, and pita chips with some kind of sauce that was just heavenly.
Coffee (decaf and regular) and tea as well as bottled water, juice (cranberry, orange, apple), were available all day long. Sodas were available in the PM. Individually wrapped granola bars and fruits (apples, bananas, oranges) were also available for grabs anytime.
I’m embarrassed to say this, but with all these food, I didn’t even have to eat lunch or dinner at all. I think I only had lunch and dinner once during the entire week. On the last day, they also gave us a lunch bag with a bag of chips, a humongous sandwich, and a brownie and a cookie.
I’m honestly surprised I only gained 3 lbs from this trip!

Is anyone aware how hard it is to get eggs catered in the morning?? Not only will Jules cater it, but they offer a gazillion sides and the most awesome bacon: crisp, non-​greasy, just right. My company’s favorite had to be the fajitas. Sure it can be a little pricey but let’s be honest, would you trust a cheap one? Besides, the corn, bean and red pepper succotash still haunts me in my dreams. Almost makes me want to work downtown all over again.