Jeffrey A. Miller Catering

Name: Jeffrey A. Miller Catering
Address: Philadelphia, PA, 19102, US
Price range: Starts at $140
Rating: 4.9

Catering services pricing

Food starts at $140 per person.

About Jeffrey A. Miller Catering

Jeffrey A. Miller Catering

Owner

At Jeffrey A. Miller we create catered events that perfectly blend innovative cuisine and extraordinary hospitality in unforgettable settings. We make delicious, delightful food entirely by hand and serve your guests with heartfelt hospitality. And whether it’s a wedding or a corporate gala, our events bring revenue and recognition to support the worthwhile missions of our many partner venues.

Food made fresh, by hand, with loving care is better than food out of a box or a bag or the freezer. That’s what we believe, so that’s what we do. We perfectly balance the formal elegance important occasions deserve with warm hospitality that makes people feel like family. Our catered events generate revenue, recognition, and support for our many mission-driven partner venues and the good works they do. From green sourced events to recycling to workforce diversity, we make sure our choices promote sustainability at every turn.

Services

Meal types

Breakfast/brunch
Buffet
Dessert service
Family-style meal
Food stations
Passed appetizers
Seated meal
Stationary appetizers
Wedding cake service

Drink types

Coffee service
Mobile bar
Non-alcoholic
Signature cocktails

Reviews

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4.9 out of 5

36 reviews

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Not enough words to express disappointment
•Verified review
•Ashley•Dec 12
The level mismanagement of our wedding day crossed a line that was completely unacceptable. Important to note: Our wedding planner was initially set to serve as our day-of coordinator, but after signing contracts, we were informed that someone else would handle this role. While we voiced concerns, we were assured that the coordinator had extensive experience with our venue and would be fully briefed. When the bridesmaids and I arrived we expected the groom and groomsmen to already be in their suite, however no one was there to greet or assist them in getting to the room. This oversight led to my husband & I seeing each other the moment I arrived, ruining our first look. After waiting for 10 minutes, I had to call the coordinator myself to inform her that we were waiting to be taken to our suites. Our photographers, who were unfamiliar with the venue, were given no guidance whatsoever. The bridal party also received no direction and when asking the coordinator for assistance, she dismissively told them, “You’re supposed to coordinate with the photographers, not us.” The bouquets were missing from the bridal suite; instead of addressing this properly, the coordinator blamed a groomsman, dragged the boxed flowers into the suite, and left me to unpack and distribute them. Despite prior discussions with the planner, the promised day-of rehearsal never occurred. When questioned, the coordinator claimed we “didn’t want to do it” though I have emails detailing our plans. Staff refused to let family members into the venue until 5:30, despise having confirmed 5:00 over email two days prior. As a result, we missed the entirety of our cocktail hour to make up the photos. For the ceremony, reserved first row seats weren’t marked as requested. This forced family members to have to awkwardly ask guests to move. The coordinator began the processional without checking if I was ready. I was still in the bridal suite, trying to calm down from the mounting issues. My bridal party had to intervene. Guests wandered aimlessly until the bridal party stepped in to help direct them to the cocktail hour location. After rushing through our delayed family photos, my husband and I sat down for our “private moment” to eat some of our cold appetizers. It was then that the coordinator approached us to discuss an issue about the decor. This interruption was poorly timed and not remotely urgent compared to the other mishaps. The location for our first dance was changed without notifying the DJ, leaving the bridal party to redirect him. During dinner, a bridesmaid had to take on the task of turning on all the centerpiece lights and fixing improperly placed drapings. The card box was also forgotten, and I had to request a staff member to bring it to the correct location after several guests asked where to put their cards. The bridal party felt abandoned throughout the day. They described the coordinator as rude, unhelpful, and dismissive, often leaving them to resolve problems themselves. When we reached out about our experience, I mistakenly received an email from the owner intended for someone else. It implied that the coordinator wasn’t trusted to handle her job properly. I have a screenshot of this but my review was disputed because of it. We were also told that we could have paid for an “enhanced package” for more coordination. While we received small refunds, the lack of accountability and dismissive response left us feeling brushed aside & without closure.
Highly recommend!
•Verified review•Incentivized review
•Katherine S.•Oct 13, 2024
JAM was the caterer for our wedding venue and they were incredible from start to finish. The tasting is a party instead of an individual tasting and you get to try everything you might want for your wedding which was a brilliant idea. Everyone raved about the food we chose for the wedding, the servers were incredible and attentive, bartenders were great and very personable and made a stiff drink (which we appreciated). Couldn’t recommend JAM more!
Delicious!
•Verified review
•Alison T.•Sep 27, 2024
We’ve had such a positive experience with Jeffery Miller catering! The group tasting was such a fun and delicious experience. Unexpectedly, a lot of our guests have RSVP-ed requesting the vegan option because it sounds so good (and really is fantastic!) There is so much to choose from for your menu. You can basically have anything you can imagine.
Wedding Planning
•Verified review
•Nick H.•Sep 21, 2024
Jeffrey A. Miller Catering's communication throughout the wedding planning process has been pretty darn good. They have been on top of it, helping us get ready for the wedding in November. One of the highlights has been their Ambassador Program, which has been extremely helpful. We're hopeful that their food and service on the day of the wedding will be just as impressive as their efforts leading up to it. Overall, we're confident Jeffrey A. Miller Catering will contribute greatly to making our special day a success.