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Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Table Service, Wheelchair Accessible, BYOB
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Reviewed 26 August 2023

This is mainly a caterer that only opens when they are not catering a major event, mostly weddings. My wife and I are serious dining critics and generally expect the worst, especially in Ocean County, until we are convinced otherwise. The food here at Kate...& Ally's is truly exceptional but you will pay big money for this amazing food. We went with 2 friends, so party of 4, and with a 20% tip you are looking at an easy $330, and keep in mind it's a BYOB, so that's without any booze. Bottom line, if you like very good food and price is really not a consideration, then this is absolutely the place for you. Oh, and forgot to mention, the service is seriously 2nd to none - again, you get what you pay for!!More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 3 June 2023 via mobile

Although we have lived in the area for a year, we never made it to this restaurant until last night, but I can assure you that we will be back. Kate and Ally’s is a BYOB and cash only restaurant. Reservations are recommended because it...is very small inside. It’s cute, but depending on the patrons, can be somewhat noisy. It’s nothing that the restaurant can really control. We were told that the prices were steep but I can add that they were fair for the generous, delicious portions that were served. All of the food was done to PERFECTION. The hot bread was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and the garlic butter spread made it so savory. The calamari was fresh, tender and one of the best WE’VE ever had. The salad was ice cold, crisp and fresh. The balsamic vinaigrette dressing was absolutely delicious. We had Fra Diavolo served over fresh pasta and Crab Imperial Stuffed Shrimp served with grilled Brussel sprouts and roasted potatoes. Both meals were awesome and ample. I brought half of mine home. The Tiramisu for dessert was the best I’VE ever had. Staff was pleasant, efficient, and accommodating. They were circulating constantly, and clearing the table after every course that was served. What made this the best was the fact that my husband was not gung ho going to this restaurant initially but once we came out, he said he couldn’t wait to go back! That’s saying a lot. Thank you Kate and Ally’s.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 14 April 2022

I planned my best friend's bridal shower here and we had the best experience. Brianna was extremely responsive during the contracting/booking/menu selection phases. She even sent a video of the restaurant so we could get an idea of floor plan as we were planning. Day...of, Lauren was the best we could ask for in a server. She was helpful in every aspect: setting up the space beautifully, adjusting the temperature & packaging up food. Food & beverage was wonderful, I highly recommend the brunch menu for any bridal shower needs. Big thanks - the bride and whole group were extremely happy.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 5 October 2021

Brides, please read this long review.  You'll want to hear this. To start, I have never in my life left a bad review, but unfortunately, I have to.  My experience was truly devastating and they nearly ruined my wedding.  Thank goodness we found another caterer. ...My advice to you- do not use Kate and Ally's if you want to be treated fairly.   The super short version: They approved our venue, then months and months later, just two months before our wedding told us that they could not perform the service (due to an oversight on their part) at the venue we selected and they approved, unless they "prefab" a kitchen which would cost many extra thousands of dollars, and the price of tents they were renting for us went up astronomically.  They also raised the prices of food from the time we booked and signed a contract.  And even though we had a signed contract and were paid in full, they sent us a bill for the money we "owed" them (the difference per person between the old cost that we signed a contract for, and the new cost).  In short, we were paid in full, then two months before the wedding, they told us it would be an extra $11,500 to cater our wedding and $1,500 travel fee to drive from Lacey to Medford, NJ (an hour-ish drive).  They were not going to give us our money back either when we told them we couldn't afford another 11K.  (In other words, they couldn't cater our wedding due to an oversight on their behalf, and weren't going to refund us.)  We fought, and they did give us a refund, but we were left with no caterer two months before our wedding. Here's the full story: We booked Kate and Ally's for our wedding back before Covid existed and before Covid, they were great to work with.  Kathy, who I believe is no longer there, was our direct contact who helped plan all the details.  She was wonderful and I wish we continued to work with her.   Important note: their food is truly very good and their prices are very fair BUT their service and the way they treated us speaks volumes.  Don't let yourself be treated this horribly and please find another caterer (we ended up using Just Between Friends Catering and loved them). We booked them, and because of Covid, our date changed three times.  Our venue also changed due to indoor gathering restrictions.  We selected a new venue and let them know.  All was good.  (At this time I believe Kathy left her position there.)  Months and months later, with 2 months to go until the wedding, another woman called to blame Kathy for an oversight (telling us that venue was okay.  In fact, they could not cater our wedding at the venue because there was not an adequate kitchen, but not to worry because they could "build" one and they'd share the cost of that- there was never any sharing of costs though). At this time they also revealed the tent rental price (tent rentals were through them), and it was much higher than anticipated.  The "prefab kitchen they had to build on sight" plus the tents was $11,500 extra dollars, sprung on us last minute. They also then let us know that their food prices went up and they'd be charging us the new price, even though we had a contract for the old price and were already paid in full.  We also added on a few people as our wedding plans changed and we could fit more people at our new venue.  They were going to charge us the new price per person for the new people as well (this was unfortunate but more understandable than them tacking on extra money to the guest we already paid in full for). I spoke a few times on the phone with Maralyn, the owner, and my mother did as well.  She was not accommodating at all and I remember being in tears multiple times because of their unwillingness to work with us in these Covid times.  They did not handle anything with compassion, and really did their customers wrong.  Yes, Covid was unfortunate for their business I'm sure, but they were not even willing to work a little bit with us.    Again, their food is good, but the way we were treated was really so unfortunate.  I hate to be this harsh, but they nearly ruined my entire wedding by stating they couldn't perform the service and they wouldn't be giving us a refund (again, we were paid in full and they were going to keep that money and not cater for us.  I've never heard of such a thing like this!)  We only got a refund because my mother fought hard for it.   Covid was a very unfortunate time for businesses and brides, and they had a devastating impact on our wedding.   Please do yourself the favor of finding a different caterer.  Kate and Ally's treated us horribly during Covid because they were driven solely by money, not by customer satisfaction, and I believe that says a lot about what they think of their customers.  More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Sightsee60623596387, Owner at Kate & Ally's, responded to this reviewResponded 7 October 2021

Hi Skye, Brianna here, I spoke with you and your mother several times and if I remeber correctly I did handle it very much so with compassion and comforted you when you were crying. You were never once told you were not getting a refund,...More

Reviewed 7 August 2021

I went here with my sister and nephew, who lives nearby. From the moment we walked in the staff was welcoming and accommodating. They gave such attention to details, things you don’t see much anymore. Individual butter knives, replacing the cutlery with each course. Steaming...hot, delicious bread with the most divine butter. We shared 3 appetizers- burrata, carpaccio and grilled asparagus. All quite good but it was the entrees that stole the show. My nephew had the filet mignon with crab and blue cheese. Heavenly!!! I had a special, short ribs- again sooo good. Tbh I can’t recall what my sister had but we all agreed the food was beyond phenomenal. We topped it off with cheesecake and carrot cake - again both surpassed our highest expectations. I can’t wait to go back. Something tells me I’ll be there pretty often.More

Date of visit: August 2021
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Sightsee60623596387, Owner at Kate & Ally's, responded to this reviewResponded 3 September 2021

Thank you so much! We appreciate your kind words! Make sure to reserve your spot for when we re-open after our short break for October 8!

Reviewed 10 May 2020

Took out for Mother's Day today and was disappointed with the meal, especially for the price. Got the Halibut dinner and was not as stated on the menu. There was no creamy corn sauce over the halibut and the halibut was full of bones. The...side was mashed potatoes (average) and brussel sprouts. The brussel sprouts were so bland. Nothing done to them to make them stand out. Could have been caramelized or something to give them some kind of flavor. For $30.95 I certainly expected better than this. Don't think I will try here again. Maybe an off day? Not sure, but expected so much better for the money.More

Date of visit: May 2020
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Reviewed 12 February 2020

Took my wife out for her birthday and we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the meals. Having lived in Forked River long term we passed this place thousands of times before trying it. Should have tried it sooner!

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed 11 February 2020 via mobile

This restaurant is quaint and also a byob. The food is cooked to perfection. The entrees are unique and portions are healthy. Reservations are required because they are only opened Thursday, Friday and Saturday. They are also closed to the public when doing a private...party. They cater food as well. The service is friendly. I rate this restaurant a 5 star.More

Date of visit: May 2019
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Reviewed 17 December 2019

Forked River doesn’t have. The best restaurants when it comes to a higher end point. This place has been a great addition.

Date of visit: March 2019
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Reviewed 19 November 2019

Kate and Ally's catered our wedding in LBI and did an absolutely incredible job. They blew us away from the first time we went there for a tasting, and continued to impress us throughout the entire wedding planning process. They were always prompt to respond...to any questions we had, and were a pleasure to work with. We got countless compliments on both the food and the service at our wedding, with many people saying it was some of the best wedding food they've ever had! I couldn't recommend Kate and Ally's enough- they made the planning process fun and easy and we truly had the best wedding ever thanks to them!More

Date of visit: October 2019
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Reviewed 28 October 2019

Not only was the food outstanding, we had so many compliments on how well 'run' and how passionate and friendly Jen (Maitre D) and the staff from Kate and Ally were. Perfect evening!

Date of visit: October 2019
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Reviewed 8 October 2019 via mobile

Kate & Ally's catered my wife's 60 surprise birthday party. I could not have been more pleased with the professional , yet personal & friendly services we received . The food, all homemade, was absolutely delicious. The guests raved about the food and most wanted...the name of our caterer. An absolute home run using Kate & Ally's. Highly recommended, 5 stars, will absolutely use them again.More

Date of visit: October 2019
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Reviewed 12 June 2019

Kate & Allys recently catered our wedding and I could not be more thrilled with the food and service. They went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect and really helped us with the planning and made sure that our wedding day...went smooth. The guests are still raving about the food. Would definitely recommend for any catering event, but especially something as important as a wedding! We cannot wait to go back to the restaurant for dinner!More

Date of visit: June 2019
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Reviewed 4 June 2019 via mobile

Nice small place, menu has many good choices, the steak is very good. Great preparation. The atmosphere is typical strip mall, lower ceilings and it can get loud with senior citizens often.

Date of visit: May 2019
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Reviewed 11 May 2019 via mobile

Wow! We started off with 2, scallop appetizers, cooked to perfection. My wife had a seafood dish and I had the short rib. The portions are huge! The food and the staff were excellent! The apple cheesecake was delicious! BYOB. We will definitely be back....For those that complain about the prices, understand that quality ingredients are expensive. We would also like to thank the owner for contributing to “Fighting Children’s Cancer”. ❤️ We are looking forward to returning and exploring the menu further. Thank you.More

Date of visit: May 2019
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