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Ruth Kitchen

Caterer · Sunrise, FL · reviewed since 2021

How 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 59%95+55.8Reliability 26%93+24.3Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 95Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#13 of 130 wedding caterersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 91%
5.0 ★★★★★ 105 Google reviews · 24 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
21%reviews answered by the owner
Feb 2026latest review

Ruth Kitchen at a glance

Google reviewers rate Ruth Kitchen 5/5 based on 105 reviews, highlighting consistent praise for the flavor and quality of Caribbean dishes such as jerk chicken, oxtail, and curry goat. Customers frequently note the caterer’s punctuality, accommodating communication, and professional handling of both individual meal prep and large group events. While the owner responded to 21% of reviews, the single low-star comment cited rude customer service as a negative experience.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 105 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 105 Google reviews (95 with written comments, 16 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 21% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: February 12, 2026.
  • Service: Wedding Caterer serving Sunrise, Florida.

Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.

Score profile vs other wedding caterers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each 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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction95Reliability93Craft & service99Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 95 (median 83)Reliability: 93 (median 86)Craft & service: 99 (median 99)Value: 100 (median 95)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Ruth KitchenWedding Caterers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 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.Ruth Kitchen: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
95
ReliabilityReliability · 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.Ruth Kitchen: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
93
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Ruth Kitchen: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
ValueValue · 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.Ruth Kitchen: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 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.Ruth Kitchen: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 40.–
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Star ratings

105 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars10499%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 95 written reviews

  • Praise6295%
  • Complaints35%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend2335%
  • Quality & results1422%
  • Staff & attitude1422%
  • Speed & response914%
  • Price & value35%
  • Communication12%
  • Honesty & trust12%

What customers talk about

We read 95 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Had the jerk chicken and festival it was amazing definitely will recommend it.”
  • “…to come up with dishes that were so delicious thank you Ruth for your amazing service and amazing food…”
  • “From start to finish, the process was seamless and professional.”
  • “Beyond the culinary skills, Ms Ruth was a delight to work with—punctual, organized, and very accommodating.”
  • “…chef should be I enjoy my products whenever I make a purchase always worth every penny keep up the great work, the world is there for the taking go a…”
  • “Also customer service and communication was excellent!”

People customers mention

  • Jamaican 6 reviews
  • Chicken 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

TikvahLocal Guide · 81 reviewsTotal 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

Just perfect. Had a Christmas dinner catered by Ruth, and couldn't ask for anything more. Everything was delicious and perfect in every way. Thank you 😊

MaxwellLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

The best beef patty’s I have ever had in my life. Spicy beef, soft tender patty. To die for. The ox tail as well, sweet Jesus.

Savanna13 reviewsTotal 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 year ago★★★★★

Ruth meal prepped me 7 different meals and ALL meals were absolutely delicious. Everything cooked to perfection with lots of flavor !!!!

Customer photo from Savanna's reviewCustomer photo from Savanna's review
Aakash6 reviewsTotal 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 year ago★★★★★

Had an incredible meal-prepped jerk pork, with broccoli and yellow rice. Incredible texture. Would highly recommend!

Customer photo from Aakash's review
Germses3 reviewsTotal 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 year ago★★★★★

I ordered the smoke fish and it was Finger Licking good...That Smoke fish is So So So Delicious....I'll be ordered more Thankyou

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Mindy8 reviewsTotal 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 year ago★★★★★

I had Ruth’s Kitchen for my Christmas meal. The food was flavorful and packaged well. Delivery of my items was handled with care. Ruth was very accommodating and gave wonderful suggestions to give me plenty of options to choose from. It was the perfect blend of Jamaican dishes in addition to ham, smoked turkey, and…

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 105 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Ivette Rivera7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ivette has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Wonderfully cooked to perfection, great tasting food. Thank you!

Response from the owner · 8 months ago

❤️ thank you Ivy.

Tikvah VeredLocal Guide · 81 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tikvah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Just perfect. Had a Christmas dinner catered by Ruth, and couldn't ask for anything more. Everything was delicious and perfect in every way. Thank you 😊

Maxwell DeLormLocal Guide · 26 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Maxwell has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best beef patty’s I have ever had in my life. Spicy beef, soft tender patty. To die for. The ox tail as well, sweet Jesus.

Alfred ScottLocal Guide · 5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alfred has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Thank you so much for this wonderfully meals I order for 7 days, 💯💯💯💯💯%%%%

Savanna Sakhleh13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Savanna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Ruth meal prepped me 7 different meals and ALL meals were absolutely delicious. Everything cooked to perfection with lots of flavor !!!!

Aakash S6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Aakash has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Had an incredible meal-prepped jerk pork, with broccoli and yellow rice. Incredible texture. Would highly recommend!

Germses3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Germses has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I ordered the smoke fish and it was Finger Licking good...That Smoke fish is So So So Delicious....I'll be ordered more Thankyou

Mindy Duncan8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mindy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had Ruth’s Kitchen for my Christmas meal. The food was flavorful and packaged well. Delivery of my items was handled with care. Ruth was very accommodating and gave wonderful suggestions to give me plenty of options to choose from. It was the perfect blend of Jamaican dishes in addition to ham, smoked turkey, and Mac & Cheese. I will definitely be using Ruth again for my catering needs.

Jay Cruz13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jay has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The Food Catered by Ruth’s Kitchen was phenomenal! Absolutely delicious and great serving amounts. We served an employee group of 70 and They all are raving about it. Great work and I absolutely recommend!!!

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you so much Jay. It was a pleasure !

kassandra Riofrio4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews kassandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Ruth’s Kitchen lasagna was by far the most flavorful meal. The dish had the right amount of meat/cheese and the sauce was very tasty. Definitely recommendable!

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