KADYAH SOUL (catering/takeout) — Restaurant in New York

I want to share my experience with Kadyah Soul Food and advise everyone against having him cater food for any large events. My company previously ordered food from him while considering him for our tenants and staff Thanksgiving, and we found the experience to be quite disappointing. We felt disrespected, especially since we had paid him in cash for two events scheduled on November 25th and 26th.

For the first order, we clearly communicated our menu requirements, which included rice and peas, macaroni and cheese, collard greens, macaroni salad, cut-up turkey, and beef steaks. We repeated the same menu request for the second day. He quoted us a total of $3,700 for both events, catering to approximately 100 people. When we asked if he could lower the price to $3,500, he agreed.

Unfortunately, the first order was a huge disappointment. We informed the caterer that we would be serving 35 people, but when the food arrived, we were told it was too late to prepare rice and peas. Instead, we were offered yellow rice with bell peppers. While we accepted that option, the yellow rice was only half-filled in a medium pan.

The macaroni and cheese was too runny and poorly made, and we did not receive the beef steak as promised. Instead, we were given jerk chicken, but the portion was again only half-full. The candied yams were served in a half pan as well. The only item that met our expectations was the turkey, which was adequate in quantity.

The potato salad appeared store-bought, and even after adding paprika, it tasted bad. Overall, this experience felt like a disgrace and was very disrespectful to my company. I strongly advise anyone considering a large order from Kadyah's Soul Food to think twice; opting for just two or three plates may be a wiser choice.

The order for the second event was even worse. The rice was soggy, and the macaroni and cheese was burnt with a thin crust. Everything was a disaster, and the owner was rude and...

First and foremost I would like to apologize to the Owner for being so delayed in providing my review. We had a great business discussion upon delivery to my location in East Chester and it continued as I was conducting diabolical work on the three plates I had received at 6:30am!!! I say again, 6:30am!!! I had made contact with the Owner at 5:30-5:45am and was shocked to learn that he is providing comfort food at these hours, but I am definitely not complaining. Thank you again for constant communication, professionalism, and quality of service! Especially at that time of the early morning to be providing a service and product that is hard to come by.

I ordered a jerk chicken plate, bbq chicken plate, and the ribs plate. All with Mac and cheese, collard greens, and red beans and rice. Every single item was fresh, seasoned to perfection, properly tender, and delivered in a timely manner. Pics have been added for the proof! I look forward to making more orders with you in the future and hope you have continued success with your business!

Now, for those of you who have provided a less than par review, I would just ask of you to give him another shot at making your first impression something to forget. I’m sure he is capable of making things right for you on the second attempt and in turn becoming a long standing supporter of his business, just off the flavor of the food alone. Keep in mind, McDonalds doesn’t get your order right every time and you still go back. So let’s apply the same logic to a small business owner out here giving the community something different but same...

Firstly I would like to say I did not know this man nor ever met him a day in my life ! When I pulled up, it was great customer service off the rip! He was able to accommodate for me and my co worker. I got Yams, Mac n cheese with bbq chicken. Then was given A FREE PLATE of turkey wings, cabbage and Mac n cheese. I honestly was a little skeptical being that I’ve never tried from them and I don’t live in this area. But hands down it is so worth it. The food came pipping hot. I was completely appalled. Chicken falling off the bone. Flavorful. Mac n cheese definitely was hitting. Not too cheesy but had the right amount and wasn’t bland either. Then the yams ???? That wasn’t can yams, that’s yams for the soul. If you’re second guessing let my review be a sign to try it !! Don’t let the location scare you cause everything was so worth it ! I’ll...