iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%97+52.9Reliability 24%95+23Value 14%99+14Replies to reviews 7%80+5.7Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#17 of 111 caterersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 85%
5.0★★★★★122 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Foodinis Catering 5/5 based on 122 reviews, with the owner replying to 98% of them. Customers frequently highlight the quality of the food, punctuality of deliveries, and the owner's attentive communication and willingness to accommodate menu changes. Recurring themes include fair pricing, professional service for various events, and fresh presentation. No specific criticisms appear in the provided five-star excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 122 reviews (98% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 122 Google reviews (112 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 13, 2026.
Service: Caterer serving Jersey City, New Jersey.
Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.
Score profile vs other caterers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.
Foodinis CateringCaterers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Foodinis Catering: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
97
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Foodinis Catering: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
95
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Foodinis Catering: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Foodinis Catering: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
99
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Foodinis Catering: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Foodinis Catering: 80/100 on this factor. Category median: 31.A
80
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Star ratings
122 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars11998%
4 stars22%
3 stars00%
2 stars11%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 112 written reviews
99%praise
Praise14799%
Complaints21%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude4430%
Speed & response3423%
Would recommend2919%
Quality & results1812%
Communication149%
Price & value53%
Honesty & trust53%
What customers talk about
We read 112 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“From our initial phone conversations to the final result the day of the event, John and his team were attentive, professional and a pleasure to work with.”
“The food was delicious and was delivered, and set up on time.”
“Highly recommend and will use them again Tasted homemade which it probably was”
“Thank you John to you and your team of professionals for doing such an amazing job catering our event, we hope to work with you again soon!”
“The owner John is friendly and communicative as well”
“He was responsive, professional, and reasonably priced.”
“Let's be honest, people remember the food at a party and thanks to Foodini, they will remember my party for all the right reasons.”
People customers mention
John44 reviews
Day3 reviews
Deatcher3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
MMurae12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
Wow.. I can’t say enough about FOODINIS!! Where do I start? The food, the service and the staff were AMAZING!! Thank you John and to your wonderful team! Everyone couldn’t stop talking about it! I recommend everyone to use your company! I know I will again if my older daughter wants her wedding in the backyard!!! Just fabulous! Much gratitude, Murae V. :)
RRobert16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
We used Footings Catering for a prior St. Patrick Day event. The food and service was excellent. Would recommend.
Jjackie1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
We catered an even at our yard for 40+ College athletes. They were beyond happy with the wraps, sandwiches, salads, pastas etc. Everything was on time and delicious. They loved the selections. This was the second year and we will be placing again next year. Thank you Foodini!
MMari2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
We were so happy to work with John and the Foodinis Team! From our initial phone conversations to the final result the day of the event, John and his team were attentive, professional and a pleasure to work with. We had so many questions and made many changes to the menu and John was so patient with us. At the…
DDanielle5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Foodinis food is delicious and reasonably priced. Highly recommend for any event. The owner John is friendly and communicative as well
LLisa2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★
Foodini catered our wedding and I couldn’t be more pleased. Everybody loved the food there were barely any leftovers. The presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be using them again for any of my catering needs.
Wow.. I can’t say enough about FOODINIS!! Where do I start? The food, the service and the staff were AMAZING!! Thank you John and to your wonderful team! Everyone couldn’t stop talking about it! I recommend everyone to use your company! I know I will again if my older daughter wants her wedding in the backyard!!! Just fabulous! Much gratitude, Murae V. :)
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you Murae! THIS was such a fun party and why my crew and I love what we do. Thank you for putting your trust in Foodinis to cater your daughter's special day :)
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Robert Curtis16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We catered an even at our yard for 40+ College athletes. They were beyond happy with the wraps, sandwiches, salads, pastas etc. Everything was on time and delicious. They loved the selections. This was the second year and we will be placing again next year. Thank you Foodini!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you Jackie!
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Mari Mercado2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mari has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We were so happy to work with John and the Foodinis Team! From our initial phone conversations to the final result the day of the event, John and his team were attentive, professional and a pleasure to work with. We had so many questions and made many changes to the menu and John was so patient with us. At the event, our guests raved about the food. Everyone came to tell us how delicious the food was. The presentation and the service we received from the servers was A+! We gave their info to some of our friends that asked it and everyone said we should definitely call Foodinis in the future. Thank you John to you and your team of professionals for doing such an amazing job catering our event, we hope to work with you again soon!
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you Mari and Chelo!!
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Danielle Baron5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Danielle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Foodini catered our wedding and I couldn’t be more pleased. Everybody loved the food there were barely any leftovers. The presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be using them again for any of my catering needs.
Response from the owner · 2 months ago
Thank you Lisa!!
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Annmarie Bloxom5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Annmarie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We recently used foodinis catering for my husband's Celebration of Life, and everything was excellent. The food was delicious and was delivered, and set up on time. There was more than enough food for all of our guests, and the display was arranged nicely. The caterer was easy to work with to plan with me for the event. I highly recommend them for any special occasion.
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you Annmarie! It was a pleasure meeting you at Paterson Family Barn. You picked a perfect venue (and Menu) to celebrate your husband's life. Thank you for putting your faith in Foodinis to cater this special day :)
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Claudia Cardenuto14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Claudia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I am very happy with the outcome of the catering for my granddaughter's birthday party, from the moment I received their initial call until the very end. The food was great; the kids loved it and there were very few leftovers. The slider bar for the adults was also excellent, especially the chicken parm—everyone went back for seconds. I especially want to thank John for his kindness and availability in providing additional dietary information to my guests regarding dietary restrictions. It was truly above and beyond.I will definitely use Foodinis again.
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much Claudia! Your decor and set up was so cute. What a lucky little girl your granddaughter is! Looking forward to catering her wedding :) :)- Have a great summer!
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Rhonda BatlasLocal Guide · 27 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rhonda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
