"I have received nothing but compliments on the quality of the food..As for customer service, your staff was second to none...Honestly, with this size of crowd,(2000 people) I expected long serving lines - there was virtually no line at all! What a testament to your staff's ability to give exceptional customer service!"

--Kathy Barrington, Illinois Farm Bureau

"It was a pleasure working with a company that not only cares about the quality of food they serve, but also the people they serve!"

--Carol Redfern Ambler, Events Supervisor, Mitsubishi Motors

"In every instance, the meals have been of high quality, creatively presented and service has been impeccable."

-- Michael Raycraft, Director of Marketing, University of Illinois

"You did an absolutely great job on the catering for Plae Dae! I'm quite sure that I have never had so many compliments on the food for a Chamber event in the 12 years I've been here."

--Michael Boer, Springfield Chamber President

"With over 1000 cancer survivors and their families, the event was quite an undertaking..You and your staff got an A+ for exceeding their expectations and wishes!...You are a wonderful company to work with and we look forward to next year's event!"

--Abbey Britton, National Cancer Survivors Day Committee

"I wanted to let you know what a great job you and your staff did at St. John's 125th anniversary picnic. As you well know, over 2,000 employees enjoyed the food you prepared and served...I heard nothing but rave reviews from all who partook."

--Aggie Hayner, St. John's Hospital

"I can attest to Nelson's dependable service and quality product...we served hot, tasty chicken and ribs to over 1800 people."

--Patti Thompson, Habitat for Humanity

"Rave reviews have been expressed from our staff at all four locations. Fantastic food!....It was wonderful working with a company that took time to make sure that all our needs and wants were fulfilled."

--Jo Anne Cutright, Christie Clinic

"As you well know, over 1,700 employees and their families enjoyed the food you prepared and served....I heard nothing but rave reviews from all in attendance."

-- Jeffrey A. Jones, Illinois Power

"To Doug and All at Nelson's, Thanks for a great lunch"

--President George Bush Sr.

"Thank you for your help. You did a terrific job for the Inauguration."

--Kelly Glynn, Blagojevich Inauguration Committee

"Nelson's Catering is one of the best in the business."

--Mary Johnson, The Rail Golf Course

"I was so impressed with Nelson's organization and ability to keep up with the demand of 650 hungry people. Everything was a success!"

--Susan Mizeur, Inside Sales and Marketing Specialist, Bunn

"In these times it is the community leaders goodwill, such as yours, that directly shows our sailors and their families that the work they do for this country is appreciated. Thanks for your support."

--K.P. White, Commanding Officer, U.S. Naval Reserve

"It was a long weekend for the City of Springfield, but not as long as it might have been without the support of Nelson's Catering...The citizens of Springfield recognize the good deeds of Nelson's Catering."

--Jay Bartlett, Chief Utilities Engineer, City of Springfield

"It's been a pleasure working with you both on our many food-related events - you never fail to come through for us!"

--Donna L. Crebs, Children's Miracle Network