Caterer · Mount Pleasant, SC · reviewed since 2022
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 69%100+69.2Reliability 31%99+30.5Experts Score= 100Not enough data for value, 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.100SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#5 of 22 home chefsiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 81%
5.0★★★★★45 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsiShare 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 Simple Provisions five stars based on forty-five reviews, highlighting the caterer's punctuality, clear communication, and flexible menu planning. Customers frequently describe the food as delicious and fresh, noting that the staff accommodated dietary restrictions and cleaned up after events ranging from private dinners to large weddings. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 45 reviews (100% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 45 Google reviews (44 with written comments, 7 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Most recent review: September 20, 2026.
Service: Home Chef serving Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other home chefs
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: satisfaction and momentum; weakest: reliability.
Simple ProvisionsHome Chefs 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.Simple Provisions: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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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.Simple Provisions: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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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.Simple Provisions: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 52.–
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Star ratings
45 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars45100%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 44 written reviews
97%praise
Praise6897%
Complaints23%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Would recommend2130%
Quality & results1521%
Staff & attitude1521%
Communication913%
Speed & response710%
Honesty & trust23%
Price & value11%
What customers talk about
We read 44 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“I highly recommend them for any event and would happily use them again in the future!”
“We cannot recommend Tess more highly!”
“We had a wonderful experience with this catering company!”
“Their food was delicious and their professionalism was superb.”
“Everything was exceptional and Tess was super easy to communicate with.”
“We had Simple Provisions cook dinner and provide breakfast for the next day for a work retreat.”
“If you want to spoil someone you love, hire Simple Provisions and trust them to take care of the rest.”
“So professional and more affordable than you might think.”
People customers mention
Tess13 reviews
Blake9 reviews
Charleston7 reviews
Kelly5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Mary9 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★★★★★
From start to finish, Simple Provisions was perfection. I was not able to book the caterer many had recommended, so took a chance on Simple Provisions. There is not one more thing they could have done to have made everything fabulous. They took complete charge; I was able to relax and leave everything to them.…
Erin2 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
We had a wonderful experience with this catering company! The food was absolutely delicious—every dish was fresh, flavorful, and truly phenomenal. Our family was delighted how wonderful everything tasted.
The staff was equally impressive. They were delightful, friendly, professional, and made the entire event run…
Sarah2 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. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Tess did drop off catering for my son’s engagement party. Everything was exceptional and Tess was super easy to communicate with. We did all hors d’oeuvres for a late night party and everyone complimented the presentation as well as how delicious everything tasted. We cannot recommend Tess more highly!!
Brian1 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Hired Tess and her team for a drop-off dinner and in-home private chef experience for 11 adults and 11 kids. The food was wonderful and in abundance! The entire experience was professional and enjoyable. Can't recommend enough!
DianaLocal Guide · 15 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
This was an 11/10 experience!!! Tess was amazing and talked me through every step of the way. The food was absolutely incredible — every dish was delicious and beautifully prepared. Everything exceeded expectations. Beyond the food, they were so helpful, professional, and made the entire experience feel effortless.…
MauraLocal Guide · 20 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. · 5 months ago★★★★★
We had a family trip of 14 to Charleston this Easter and Simple Provisions made all our dinner and breakfast worries go away! They catered in an amazing dinner filled with savory, yummy dishes including a pork tenderloin, Mac and cheese, chicken parm pasta, and many more. As well, the team suggested catering in…
From start to finish, Simple Provisions was perfection. I was not able to book the caterer many had recommended, so took a chance on Simple Provisions. There is not one more thing they could have done to have made everything fabulous. They took complete charge; I was able to relax and leave everything to them. Their food was delicious and their professionalism was superb. They will be the first call at my next party.
Erin Donovan2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Erin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had a wonderful experience with this catering company! The food was absolutely delicious—every dish was fresh, flavorful, and truly phenomenal. Our family was delighted how wonderful everything tasted.
The staff was equally impressive. They were delightful, friendly, professional, and made the entire event run smoothly. Their attention to detail and warm service made a great experience even better.
I highly recommend them for any event and would happily use them again in the future!
Sarah Dunlop2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tess did drop off catering for my son’s engagement party. Everything was exceptional and Tess was super easy to communicate with. We did all hors d’oeuvres for a late night party and everyone complimented the presentation as well as how delicious everything tasted. We cannot recommend Tess more highly!!
Rachel WilkinsonLocal Guide · 12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Rachel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Simple provisions were absolutely amazing. We hired them to cook for our rehearsal dinner and wedding day; including breakfast, lunch and our wedding dinner.
Our experience with them started with Tess. Talking with her to plan our menu and timeline was easy and enjoyable. She made time to chat with us and really understand what we wanted. Her communication was clear and helpful throughout the planning process. She listened to what we wanted and helped us curate the perfect menu to fit our personal dietary needs and preferences but also be enjoyable to our entire crowd.
Blake and Kelly were the chefs who did the cooking in our home. They were professional and fun. The food was outstanding from start to finish. The appetizers were delicious and beautifully prepared and plated. Entrees cooked to perfection and dessert was the perfect way to end a perfect meal.
We had them leave us food to heat up ourselves for the wedding day breakfast and lunch. The food was delicious and the instructions were clear for the prep. Our wedding dinner was more perfect than we could have imagined. Everyone enjoyed every bite, and the best part was they set aside appetizers for the bride and groom so we didn’t miss a thing.
They also decorated a beautiful tables for us and helped manage our guest, including some young kids. The best part, all of our food was gluten free, and our guest didn’t even know the difference!!
Aside for all this, Blake and Kelly were a joy to be around. I kept finding myself chatting with them and enjoying their company.
I would recommend simple provisions to anyone in the area who needs a private chef, you will not be disappointed.
Brian Leventhal1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Brian has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Hired Tess and her team for a drop-off dinner and in-home private chef experience for 11 adults and 11 kids. The food was wonderful and in abundance! The entire experience was professional and enjoyable. Can't recommend enough!
Diana MLocal Guide · 15 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Diana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
This was an 11/10 experience!!! Tess was amazing and talked me through every step of the way. The food was absolutely incredible — every dish was delicious and beautifully prepared. Everything exceeded expectations. Beyond the food, they were so helpful, professional, and made the entire experience feel effortless. They cleaned everything up afterward, which made it even more enjoyable and stress-free. Highly recommend
Maura DurkinLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Maura has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had a family trip of 14 to Charleston this Easter and Simple Provisions made all our dinner and breakfast worries go away! They catered in an amazing dinner filled with savory, yummy dishes including a pork tenderloin, Mac and cheese, chicken parm pasta, and many more. As well, the team suggested catering in brunch for Easter Sunday so we did not have to worry about cooking Easter morning while on vacation. The brunch was absolutely AMAZING!!! From the kids to the adults, everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food. I highly suggest Simple Provisions!! We plan to come back to IOP and use them again!
Angie ArtiguesLocal Guide · 14 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Angie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We hired Blake & Tess for a large dinner party at our home. They were expedient in proposing selections and flexible with our menu preferences. I was so relieved they could fit us in on short notice and the food was amazing! Our guests loved everything. I will definitely reach out to them again in the future.
Crystl ZimmerLocal Guide · 32 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Crystl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had Simple Provisions cook dinner and provide breakfast for the next day for a work retreat. They were easy to work with in preparing the menu and accommodating food allergies and preferences. Tess, Blake, and Kelly were all very personable and took great care in the food they provided. Not to mention it was incredibly delicious. Rave reviews from the team!
Zach Haylee Castora1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Zach has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Simply Provisions was absolutely amazing for our intimate wedding reception. From the beginning, they helped us plan a personalized menu and walked us through every detail for the day. On the day of, they were prompt, professional, and handled everything seamlessly—we didn’t have to worry about a thing. The food was incredible, and their service let us and our guests fully enjoy the evening. Highly recommend for anyone looking for stress-free, high-quality catering!
