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Antigua Catering & Events

Antigua Catering & Events

Milwaukee, WI
4.8 out of 5 rating, 24 Reviews
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24 Reviews
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    Giana P. Sent on 12/28/2022
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    Delicious food & great service

    We had an amazing experience with Antigua! Our guests raved about the food all night, and I'm still getting comments about it. It is not your typical and boring wedding food. It was just what we wanted, fun, and delicious, and the staff went above and beyond since day one. I highly recommend the Paella - it was DELICIOUS!
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    Nikki Z. Sent on 09/21/2022
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    Amazng food & friendly staff!

    We got compliments on the food all night from our guests. Lucas was great to work with, and the entire team was friendly.
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    Alissa Q. Sent on 08/24/2021
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    Outstanding catering!a

    Choosing Antigua to cater our wedding was a decision we are so grateful we made. Not only is their food OUTSTANDING, but Lali and her staff were beyond professional, helpful, and overall an amazing team and addition to our wedding day. I stayed connected with Lali for the 9+ months leading up to our big day and she was always so willing to answer questions and work to meet all of our requests. Lali and her team arrived just as planned on our wedding day and were so friendly, hardworking, and all-around polished and professional. Our guests RAVED about the food. We chose their short rib & chimichurri chicken and even though my husband and I didn't eat much during our dinner, Lali and her team made sure food was set aside and packed up for us -- it was just as good the next day! We got so many compliments from everyone that was a part of our wedding day on how wonderful our caterer's were, and how delicious the food was. We even received a thoughtful gift from them that truly meant so much. Thank you so much Lali & Antigua team, you truly made our day everything we hoped for!
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    Vijaya K. Sent on 08/21/2021
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    Tasty, Professional, Excellent

    Excellent catering. Food was great. Service was excellent. Communication was very good. Super professional from the first phone call till the end. They went above and beyond promised to make my daughter's wedding day perfect. We didn't have to worry about any logistics and all the guests were extremely impressed with service and food. Lali took a lot of pressure off of our shoulders and did an excellent job responding and handling all of our requests. All the food combinations were creative, new, interesting to look at and, above all, very tasty.
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    Amelia F. Sent on 08/19/2021
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    Antigua-Wedding Caterer

    Antigua was PHENOMENAL. Lali is absolutely amazing. From our food tasting to our wedding night, we were thoroughly impressed with everything. Lali really is so passionate about what she does, and makes anything you want happen. The appetizers were AMAZING… like literally so good. The salad and main courses were delicious. We had empanadas for our late night snack and chips and guac… 10/10 recommend. Pricing was more than reasonable. The staff was amazing the day of. They set out our linens and went above and beyond for everything. Absolutely go with Antigua for your caterer, you will not regret it!
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    Ryan P. Sent on 11/07/2019
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    Best mke food (wedding or not)

    Let me first start by saying how AMAZING Lali, Nico, and the entire Antigua Family and Staff had been during our wedding to make our day the most special day of our lives. The Wedding Day was the best that we could have ever hoped for and we did not have to worry about the catering or bar service at all. We made the best choice by going with Antigua for both Food and Beverage vs hiring out another Vendor for bar and they did a great job. The kitchen was quick to get the food out and our guests had nothing but positive things to say, from the first guests to the lasts all the food was cooked to perfection. The open bar service was stupendous as well, we had around 200 guests who always had a drink in hand when they needed one. Overall, GREAT job by the catering service.
    Now let’s talk about Lali because the important part of finding the right caterer is making sure you get along with that person that coordinates. I highly suggest you stop by Antigua’s Restaurant and try out their delicious menu and flavorful drinks first hand. I’m sure provided she’s there and not too busy she’ll pop out and say hello! Lali was always available to us and made us feel like our wedding was hers as well. The tasting was so simple and easy for us to be able to pick out the food we wanted and additionally they allowed us to make modifications as well! From the point we picked out food out to Lali attending all of our meetings and being EXTREMLY punctual it was a breeze for our minds. Never were we anxious about the catering because we felt so at ease.
    Overall, I would say the personal touch and the local business is the best part about it. The staff cares for your wedding like it is their own and they will continue to get better and better. We hope this helps in making your decision!
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    Allison Sent on 06/06/2022
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    10/10 Unique and Deli!cious

    10/10 recommend!!! We got so many compliments on our food at our wedding for not only being delicious, but also unique! We didn’t want boring wedding food so we found Antigua and we are beyond glad we went with them. Their food options are unique and flavorful and will leave your guests talking about them after. Citali was so professional to work with and always available to answer questions. They were so easy to work with and the wait staff was great as well. Definitely recommend it if you want something different and delicious!

    We got the shrimp ceviche, mango quesadillas, and mini cuban sandwiches for apps. Steak Ranchero tacos and mahi mahi for dinner :)
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    Amanda Sent on 10/30/2019
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    Great experience!

    Amazing! Antigua served us great food for our wedding. They helped us every step of the way with planning our perfect wedding menu. On the day of their staff was so attentive and made sure us and our guests were taken care of the whole night. I would highly recommend Antigua to any couple looking for a non-traditional wedding menu!
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    Colette Sent on 09/21/2018
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    After searching the Milwaukee area for an authentic Latin caterer for our wedding on September 7, 2018, we were thrilled when we sat down with Lali at the restaurant to discuss our vision. Right from the start, Lali was professional, knowledgeable, and so accommodating. It was a pleasure working with her and her entire team from start to finish. We created a custom menu that included unique passed hors d'oeuvres and really fun stations for dinner, including a ceviche, taco, and empanada station. We had the absolute best experience working with Antigua and can't wait to check out the new restaurant! Thank you, Lali, for making our wedding one to remember! :)
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    Stephanie Sent on 10/07/2014
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    Great service, great people, had an awesome experience working with Antigua and would recommend them to others!
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    Honestly, the best caterer we could have hoped for! Lali was very detailed and wonderful to work with. Her team was very professional and flexible; they were able to make some special family recipes for our appetizers which made the menu even more personalized. We didn't have our wedding at a traditional venu so we did a lot of the planning ourselves, Lali was very helpful with coordinating the dinner service and her team handled some "bumps" in our dinner very very well! [Let's be honest, something small is bound to happen at every wedding but even more when you plan it yourselves and without an event coordinator from your venue... We had a small glitch (which wasn't Antigua's fault) and they handled it extremely well, I didn't know anything even happened until after the wedding! I'm so grateful we chose them as our caterers]
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    Mary J. Sent on 08/09/2013
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    I was impressed that the owner could visit with guests because her staff knew exactly what to do during and after the event. The staff did not have to be told to take down, put away, or what is next, which shows the details were all planned in advance. The gift bags were an added treat for guests. The DIY mojito making station was a big hit. I now know how to muddle to make a mojito!
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    Maria Sent on 08/07/2013
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    Antigua was outstanding in service and quality. They were quick in answering my questions and able to cover all of my needs. Everything from the set-up to the take down was done so well. The food stations were never left unserviced and empty. All the employees were professional and so pleasant! The pricing was fair and the food was abundant for the price. On the day of the event I had no worries about the service they had provided, everything surpassed my expectations.
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    Anne Sent on 10/03/2013
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    We were thrilled to have Antigua cater our wedding! All of the guests raved about the food, and the service was fantastic! The staff made everything so pleasant and easy. From the initial inquiry through the event itself, we were treated like family. The people at Antigua LOVE what they do, and it clearly shows! I will recommend the restaurant and the catering services to everyone I know!

    Antigua Catering & Events's reply:

    Thank you for your kind words! It was a pleasure working with you, and your family. Best wishes, and see you at Antigua soon.
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    Emily Sent on 12/29/2022
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    Antigua was amazing to work with!

    Antigua was amazing. They clearly are a very busy business but Lali and the staff did an excellent job during the planning process and on the day of.
    We had a sit down dinner and we had multiple people of all ages and backgrounds that attended many weddings tell us our food was the best food they ever had a wedding. Thank you again Lali and your team!
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    Sarahjane Sent on 11/06/2017
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    We had Antigua cater our wedding and WOW is all I can say. First, the staff: absolutely amazing. They are kind, gracious, polite, and beyond professional. During the appetizer/ cocktail hour, the staff remembered what guest were vegetarians, and came to them with the veggie options first. The bartenders are amazing- friendly, great drink makers, and keep the party going. Second, the food. I have been told by so many guest- that hands down, this was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. When we started planning our wedding, one thing that was very important was that the dinning atmosphere resembled hanging with friends at your most favorite restaurant. And that is exactly what we got. We had family style dinning, starting with guac and chips and the delicious cilantro aioli and bread, and then 3 meat options to make tacos. We had the Cilantro Shrimp (hands down one of the best dishes I have ever tasted), Cochinita Pibil, and the Steak Ranchero. And lastly, the experience. Citlali is an amazing woman who has created a business that 100% reflects every aspect of her. She is very attentive to details during the planning phase. She has a staff that reflects respect and pride in everything they do. She delivers above and beyond on quality and experience. We wanted an unforgettable evening where great food brought everyone together- and with Antigua catering, that is exactly what we got.
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    Jennifer Sent on 09/23/2014
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    Antigua did an amazing job with catering our wedding. The food was delicious and the service was perfect. We did a few tastings before the event and updated our food choices easily, Antigua was very flexible and understanding. Everyone commented on how great the food was. We served the food family style so guests were able to try more than one dish.
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    Eileen Sent on 10/02/2013
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    Antigua catered our wedding last month and they we are so pleased with them. Lali and Rosi were great to work with beforehand, and the their staff at the reception were very professional and courteous. We heard from our parents that the passed appetizers went over very well, and the dinner buffet was delicious. The only complaint I heard from our guests was that the portions were small and there was not enough food. I think though, that everyone did get a plate. But that was the only slightly negative thing I heard; other than that people raved about it. The other thing I want to mention is that Antigua was so very accommodating! All of the flatware, dinnerware, linens, head table, water service, and cake cutting and serving was in included, which made my life so much easier. I highly recommend Antigua Catering. Also, the restaurant is really lovely too!
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    Dulce Sent on 09/09/2013
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    Antigua is a great business overall. All the guest were amazed by the food! It was delicious! The staff was polite and professional. Glad to have such a wonderful business in my neighborhood! My husband and I are planning out next date to Antigua! Can't wait!
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    Love their food, such a great value compared to other caterers. They went the extra mile for us when the table cloths we had didn't match the napkins they brought so they didn't even question have different ones driven out. The staff was so friendly and sweet whenever we needed anything. Only issues we had were with reaching them and getting responses but in the end it wasn't a big deal. All of our guests loved the food and thought it was so unique.
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    Lali, Rosie, and the rest of the Antigua crew did a fantastic job with our wedding reception!! They were extremely helpful before the event, helping us set up the chairs, tables, etc. Rosie checked in with us frequently throughout the evening to make sure everything was good (and it was!). The food was wonderful, we got lots of compliments and inquiries about who the caterer was, and of course we were happy to tell them :) Everything stayed on schedule and went smoothly - I would recommend them to anyone who needs a caterer.
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    I enjoyed working with Antigua, especially Lali. The food tasted great, but was smaller portioned than we expected, and unfortunately ours was a little less than hot. With over 100 guests, you can't expect perfection though. Most of our guests complimented us on our food choices, but a few of our guests did not get their salads. This was unfortunate because we paid for more meals than guests, due to last minute cancellations and no flexibility for a refund. The staff working our wedding were kind and considerate to us, and ultimately we appreciated the service they provided.
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    Katie T. Sent on 08/14/2021
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    They can do better

    Very flavorful food, fair prices for buffet options, our experience with taste testing was very positive at the restaurant. The communication was at times confusing via email, and stressful because of short time frames. Most disappointing was service the night of the reception. The staff seemed young, immature, and inexperienced,; they (the staff, after the manager left) set aside own desserts from wedding, without permission and no apology was offered after a week has gone by. Sadly even with their good food we cannot recommend this place for future couples' weddings.

    Antigua Catering & Events's reply:

    Thank you for taking the time to write me about the issues that you encountered at your wedding reception. Feedback like yours is what helps us improve our service.
    I'm very sorry that you see us as unprofessional, immature, and inexperienced. We have employees of all ages from 17 to 64 like most companies do, and both young and old, take pride in their work and are willing to go the extra mile for our customers, that's why we hire them. Yes, we had two younger staff members that seemed to have put a dark cloud on your reception by giving you an answer that you didn’t like. I believe that responding with “I’m not sure, let me ask my manger,” it’s a very mature response for someone new that doesn’t know an answer to a question. You were right, the staff had no right to eat any of your desserts, and for that we are sorry. You have been compensated for that.
    I'm not sure if you remember that when you came in for your tasting, you filled out a form with the information of your event and your preferred way of communication. You chose e-mail communication, so I was just respecting your request and continued the conversations over e-mail. Before replying to this review, I went back and look at our email chains to make sure I didn't miss anything. I always replied to you in a timely matter. Reflecting on all of this, I really think it is uncalled for that you think my responsiveness was below average and confusing.
    Katie, I can't change the memory that you have of us at Antigua, all I can do is apologize for the desserts that were eaten and pay you for them. I know that we did our very best like we always do to serve you. I know that my catering manager went out of his way to serve you and your guests too. At this point, I want to wish you and your husband a life full of love and happiness as you move forward from the bad memory of Antigua's staff.
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