From wedding buffets and private dinners to hors d'oeuvres, picnics, or box lunches we specialize in an individualized approach, ensuring that your event is warm and personal, as well as beautifully staged and creatively presented. Our food is prepared from the best available fresh ingredients, often from local sources.
And our experienced staff can provide you with full-service, turnkey event planning so that your special day is one that you and your guests will both remember and be proud of. Do you have a beloved family recipe that you want to include? No problem. We encourage flexibility and creativity with our menus - ensuring that your event is one-of-a-kind and a reflection of your individual tastes.
And our experienced staff can provide you with full-service, turnkey event planning so that your special day is one that you and your guests will both remember and be proud of. Do you have a beloved family recipe that you want to include? No problem. We encourage flexibility and creativity with our menus - ensuring that your event is one-of-a-kind and a reflection of your individual tastes.
Reviews (22)
Susan L.
Jun 28, 2020
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We just hosted a very small dinner for my husband's birthday. I gave Shirley some vague ideas for a menu, and she expanded it into a spectacular three course dinner.
The service was wonderful. Christina came early and offered to just do everything. She was very attentive and I never even had to get up- she was always there if we needed anything.
The food was amazing and beautifully plated.
She did the dishes, and at the end of the evening the kitchen was cleaner than I had left it!
I am beyond happy, and plan to use them often for dinners at home.
The service was wonderful. Christina came early and offered to just do everything. She was very attentive and I never even had to get up- she was always there if we needed anything.
The food was amazing and beautifully plated.
She did the dishes, and at the end of the evening the kitchen was cleaner than I had left it!
I am beyond happy, and plan to use them often for dinners at home.
Keisha Miller
May 20, 2020
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The Napkin Ring staff supported the non-profit I work for by bringing us breakfast during shelter in place. Being an essential service has been tough but our staff were OVERJOYED when they came to work and their was a classy well put together breakfast waiting for them. I truly believe its what got us all through the day. Thank you so much Shirley and all the staff at The Napkin Ring.
Nigel C.
Jan 29, 2020
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The Napkin RIng catered our wedding reception in 2002, and did an amazing job back then.
Fast forward to 2020, and a milestone birthday celebration that I needed to organize for my wife. We knew that we wanted great food, and to have it catered at home. The Napkin Ring immediately came to mind, given our previous positive experience.
Shirley and her staff were amazing, and the food was delicious yet again! We've received many complements on the food from our friends. The staff were great on the day, set things up efficiently, and really helped make it a relaxed and successful event
Fast forward to 2020, and a milestone birthday celebration that I needed to organize for my wife. We knew that we wanted great food, and to have it catered at home. The Napkin Ring immediately came to mind, given our previous positive experience.
Shirley and her staff were amazing, and the food was delicious yet again! We've received many complements on the food from our friends. The staff were great on the day, set things up efficiently, and really helped make it a relaxed and successful event
Sue S.
Oct 20, 2019
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I attended a reception of my friends passing . The Food was appealing, and very delicious.
The desert table had an excellent variety of delicious baked goods , Lemon tarts were excellent. All of the food was presented with fresh floral decor
The staff was well groomed,attentive and professional
This will be my go to caterer for any events !!
The desert table had an excellent variety of delicious baked goods , Lemon tarts were excellent. All of the food was presented with fresh floral decor
The staff was well groomed,attentive and professional
This will be my go to caterer for any events !!
William K.
Apr 08, 2019
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Reading the reviews below, it is clear the Napkin Ring people pick and choose who they are going to treat professionally and who they are going to be rude to. Unfortunately, we got tossed into the latter group. Based on their reputation for delivering great tasting food beautifully presented, we stuck it out with them. Our event was a success, but it had nothing to do with the food which was okay but definitely lacking inspiration. Portions were generous.
Jeanette G.
Aug 12, 2018
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Shirley and her team are top notch! I've used them for several years for our summer party and they are fantastic to work with. Their food is delicious and their staff is wonderful. Guests at our party raved about the food and the drinks - peach lime and jalapeño margaritas and watermelon vodka spritzer! They also handled rentals for tables/chairs/umbrellas and did a beautiful job with linens and setting up the perfect atmosphere.
Linda B.
Nov 27, 2017
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The Napkin Ring catered an event at our home to our great satisfaction. We were pleased with their suggestions and we were pleased with their professionalism. The food was abundant, delicious and artistically presented. We were impressed with their concern regarding dietary restrictions and age-appropriate food.
Their service was prompt and efficient. The hired help was friendly and definitely anxious to please.
You will find the Napkin Ring on Saratoga-Los Gatos Road very near the fire station. Parking is provided in a small lot. It's a darling old building and the business is an asset
Their service was prompt and efficient. The hired help was friendly and definitely anxious to please.
You will find the Napkin Ring on Saratoga-Los Gatos Road very near the fire station. Parking is provided in a small lot. It's a darling old building and the business is an asset
Ella C.
Jul 31, 2017
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I attended a wedding in June that Shirley and her team catered. I contacted Shirley prior to the wedding to see if there would be foods I can eat even though I have a very long list of food allergies. She was super helpful to work with and made sure I had plenty of options which I greatly appreciated. And, the food was delicious!
D. G.
Jan 11, 2017
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I am a party planner and I am very pleased to know The Napkin Ring catering company. The catering team is very organized and well prepared. They serve corporate events and home parties with customized menus.
Christina and Damian, the caterers that I met were so great and friendly, they cooked and served food to guests, they made a beautiful presentation of all food. Flowers and fresh green leaves were a nice touch, a green spinach salad was a great addition to a menu for adults, a hot chocolate and kid friendly food were loves by all kids and adults!!!
Christina and Damian, the caterers that I met were so great and friendly, they cooked and served food to guests, they made a beautiful presentation of all food. Flowers and fresh green leaves were a nice touch, a green spinach salad was a great addition to a menu for adults, a hot chocolate and kid friendly food were loves by all kids and adults!!!
Lyndsey Silva
Jul 21, 2016
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Samantha R.
May 17, 2016
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I've experienced a lot of caterers through the years, and there certainly are enough to choose from in this area, but The Napkin Ring is extraordinary. At several Stanford based meetings I had the pleasure of enjoying their exceptionally good food and interacting with their devoted, friendly staff. I've been to sooo many meetings and events where the food choices are the "same old thing". Or sometimes there's a caterer who's trying too hard to stand out and you get odd unappealing combinations that just don't work well overall. The Napkin Ring features delicious
Tom M.
Apr 28, 2016
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The Napkin Ring has been one of my primary caterers for the past 15 years and we always use them for the company picnic. They are incredibly versatile and the food is top notch! We were once hosting a Nigerian delegation at our board meeting and the executive secretary wanted a Nigerian lunch. Napkin Ring did the research and came up with a traditional Nigerian meal that everyone enjoyed! We have also had themed picnics: African, Far East, Caribbean, Latin America, and Indonesia. In each case they assembled a meal with dishes from different countries within the region. We also use them for plated
AConsumer N.
Mar 02, 2016
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Kathryn Kit M.
Jan 13, 2016
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I contacted Shirley to cater a memorial reception, and even though it was around the holidays and to be held in a short time, Shirley got back to me right away. She worked with me on menus and pricing, adjusting her proposal as I told her more about what I wanted and needed, and was just wonderful. Her service and professionalism was extraordinary.
The food, however, was even MORE amazing! There was more than enough in quantity for all attendees (even though our numbers were probably higher than expected). Everything tasted wonderful, from the deviled eggs to the sliders to the fruit skewers.
The food, however, was even MORE amazing! There was more than enough in quantity for all attendees (even though our numbers were probably higher than expected). Everything tasted wonderful, from the deviled eggs to the sliders to the fruit skewers.
Yves S.
Jun 10, 2014
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I can honestly say, I'm not sure where these 5 stars came from all other reviewers but my experience with The Napkin Ring is way different! My fiance and I inquired with Napkin Ring to cater our wedding at Hakone Garden. We started inquiring in March, after a week we booked our venue. We wanted The Napkin Ring to cater since they are close to the venue and transporting things won't be a big issue. I called and Shirley assisted and told us we can come by. So we did. We did our first meeting, face to face with Shirley and we informed her the number of people, types of food and services
Liv A.
Feb 14, 2014
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The Napkin Ring is an outstanding catering company! I highly recommend them because of the incredibly healthy, delicious and fresh food that they make. On top of that, the ladies are so professional and personable. Our company uses them for company lunch events. We have about 300 employees on site and TNR always does an amazing job! They arrive early and have everything set up beautifully (with decorations and all), keep the buffet tables stocked and do a great job with clean up. They bring more than enough food for everyone to enjoy. I've had their hot and cold lunches. Their recipes
Jennifer M.
Nov 28, 2013
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Great business, great service....my experience with their food is that I have heard they are amazing. I'm not local. But when I was out running on Thanksgiving day and they were crazy slammed, they stopped to do something kind for me. They didn't have to but did - with smiles on their faces!! I can only assume they are as kind to their community, their food sources and experiences like this makes me believe that they probably insist on humane farms, etc. got to love businesses like this!
J. B.
Sep 11, 2012
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The Napkin Ring catered our wedding a couple weeks ago and we could not be happier. Everyone absolutely loved the appetizers, main course and deserts, some even going as far as saying it was the best wedding food they can remember.
We had a great experience planning as well. All of our ideas were incorporated and our questions and concerns were addressed with ease. When we saw (and enjoyed!) the final dishes we were 100% satisfied, just wish we had more time to enjoy during the reception!
Many thanks to The Napkin Ring. We would recommend them to anyone and everyone.
We had a great experience planning as well. All of our ideas were incorporated and our questions and concerns were addressed with ease. When we saw (and enjoyed!) the final dishes we were 100% satisfied, just wish we had more time to enjoy during the reception!
Many thanks to The Napkin Ring. We would recommend them to anyone and everyone.
Dale L.
Feb 04, 2012
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The Napkin Ring catered a luncheon for us yesterday at Hakone Gardens in Saratoga as part of a Memorial Service. When we arrived from the cemetery, they had set up beautifully and everything was perfect for us and our guests. They did a phenomenal job on very short notice. The food was delicious and the staff very competent and friendly. I would use them again without any hesitation whatsoever. Thank you, Napkin Ring!
Patty O.
Jun 24, 2010
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My favorite aspect of my job? FREE FOOD or Napkin Ring catering!
Napkin Ring caters most of our lunchs, and I would like to state that this is probably the company's best investment decision ever. Happy tummies = happy workers = happy workplace.
The food is always delicious, and always fresh. I love their salads! The ingredients are all high quality and the dressing is soo fresh, like homemade!
Napkin Ring caters most of our lunchs, and I would like to state that this is probably the company's best investment decision ever. Happy tummies = happy workers = happy workplace.
The food is always delicious, and always fresh. I love their salads! The ingredients are all high quality and the dressing is soo fresh, like homemade!
Subrosa I.
Aug 21, 2009
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The firm that I work for provides lunches (catered by Napkin Ring) to us at no cost. But, instead of eating the free meals, quite a few people actually spend their valuable time and hard-earned cash to go elsewhere for lunch.
The fact that someone would turn down a free meal that's conveniently delivered right to the office and run through the lunch-time traffic and parking gauntlet speaks volume about what they think of Napkin Ring's food.
The fact that someone would turn down a free meal that's conveniently delivered right to the office and run through the lunch-time traffic and parking gauntlet speaks volume about what they think of Napkin Ring's food.
Karen C.
Sep 14, 2008
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