Rocky Top Catering & 1705 Prime

I had many positive comments about the food and the service provided by Rocky Top Catering. Many people asked who my caterer was because they were impressed.I definitely did recommend and will recommend Rocky Top Catering in the future.

Thanks for everything 1705. Our food was delicious, all our guests enjoyed it and we had an awesome experience with you all. We would choose you for catering a million times over and over again.

We chose Rocky Top after it was highly recommended by several of our other vendors. Being from out of town, I was hesitant to let my family do the tasting, but the food was absolutely phenomenal. They have an extensive menu to choose from and lots of different options for the format. My now-husband and I literally didn't sit down the entire evening but the staff went out of their way to box up some of everything!! Eating it later, we really regretted not getting to try it at the reception. The staff was absolutely as well- some of the most professional people I've worked with. They were very attentive to guests' needs and even came outside and made sure the bridal party got some of the passed hors d'oeuvres and drinks while waiting to go into the reception. They also made sure the two of us had a fresh drink in hand all evening, which we are so grateful for! They exceeded expectations and we would definitely recommend them!

Kevin was very easy to work with and very helpful in the planning process. The food and service was also amazing, most of the people at the wedding said it was the best wedding food they have ever had!

Best company ever! I was satisfied from start to finish and have no complaints about anything. They delivered above expectations!

We had Rocky Top as our caterer for our buffet dinner at our reception. The food was absolutely amazing. Everyone came up to us afterwards saying how delicious everything was. I liked how they offer a tasting night where you can go for dinner and sample certain things that they would serve. The people working the reception were so nice and always made sure my husband and I had a drink in our hand :) Jenn was great to work with too!

Superior, Top-notch, & First-rate are words I'd use to describe Kevin DeHimer and Rocky Top Catering. I had the pleasure of working with Kevin DeHimer coordinating menu items, linens, glassware & china for my wedding reception. He was extremely professional, responded promptly to emails & down right fun to work with! On my wedding day my guests were very impressed with the Rocky Top staff and their high level of service. They were very attentive to everyone's needs and the food was amazing!

Rocky Top is GREAT! I can't say enough good things about Kevin and his team. The food was so amazing and the staff was so professional. Everyone at our wedding commented how good the servers were and how fantastic the food tasted. Cocktail hour and dinner ran so smoothly and everyone got their food quickly. Kevin really listened to what we wanted for our menu and executed exactly how we planned. Kevin also personally made sure that we had all of the rental items we would need to serve the dinner since our venue was a blank space.

Simply put, this vendor was amazing. We had our ceremony and reception in the same location so the room had to be flipped during cocktail hour. The room was flipped for over 100 guests in less than 40 minutes. The waiters were EXCELLENT. It's like they could read our minds. The guests are still talking about the service and food. We truly felt like a king an queen on our day. Great work!

We LOVED Rocky Top for our wedding! Kevin and his team were fantastic- went above and beyond on everything. The food was so wonderful- people just raved about it! We 100% recommend Rocky Top!

This food was excellent!!! The service was impeccable! I asked our guests and everyone said that it was the best wedding food they'd had (especially the lyonnaise sweet potatoes side and the Thai chicken salad hors d'oeuvre) and that the the servers and planner were extremely attentive. Our coordinator there took care of so many things that I didn't even think of and just made the whole evening run so smoothly. Kevin DeHimer is awesome!!! I can't recommend this vendor enough--food was top notch, service was perfect, and they went above and beyond.

Thanks so much to Jenn Carlin who was absolutely amazing to work with. The event went so smoothly and the food was delicious! The potato bar was particularly popular :)

Rocky Top was wonderful! I can't say enough good things about this caterer. The food was delicious and they ran the cocktail hour and dinner reception so smoothly. We had waiters that came around to the tables to get drink refills and invited our guests up to the buffet so our band didn't have to announce table numbers. My husband and I were taken care of the entire night and they got us plates so we didn't have to go through the line. They were very easy to work with and very professional. They definitely know what they're doing and their chefs rock!!!

Rocky Top was great to work with! Jenn was so helpful and made everything easy and stress-free! The food was outstanding and the service was excellent!

The food and the staff was superb!

Rocky Top catering and 1705 Prime did a fabulous job on our wedding! The food was amazing, the venue was beautiful, and Jenn Carlin was great to work with. We heard great feedback from many of our guests on the excellent and attentive waitstaff and bartenders. Everyone there was ready to help us out! The value of the food and venue is excellent, I highly recommend 1705 Prime to anyone looking for a place to hold their wedding reception.

This establishment was professional from start to finish. From the consultations at the beginning to the excellent service at the end. It was difficult to schedule food tastings, and the biweekly tastings did not offer all of the wonderful items listed on the menu. Although, the food I was lucky enough to try was truly exceptional!!

The food was great. The staff not only took care of guest they were always right with us with food or beverages. I never had to ask for anything.

Our wedding and reception at 1705 Prime was an incredibly professional and smooth experience from start to finish. The staff was extremely attentive to our guests as well as ourselves and the food was phenomenal. We couldn't have asked for anything more!

Absolutely phenomonal. From the time we met with Kevin when we got engaged to the night of our wedding, everything was above and beyond expectations. The tasting was great, we were hooked from the get go. We were provided direction with what would go well with our crowd, our venue, our time of year, etc. at our reception we had two staff members that waited on us personally all night. It was great haha. As is typical for the bride and groom we didn't get to eat, but we did however get te leftovers sunday night. Yummy!!!! I wouldn't consider another caterer in town!

Jenn and the Rocky Top team were amazing! They made planning so easy and we received many compliments on the food.

Our wedding was perfect. Jenn and Kella did an incredible job. They were so easy to work with. Everything was wonderful- the food was delicious- we are still getting compliments on the food! The bar service was quick, everything was set out perfectly. Kella worked our event and she made sure that the timeline was kept, which was such a blessing. The employees working our event were kind, impeccably dressed and very professional. I think my favorite part was the cake table up against the glass wine cellar- AMAZING!

The food was absolutely delicious! The staff was attentive and friendly. Of all the wedding details, this is what we received the most compliments on. Keep in mind you must meet a minimum food requirement, which most catering companies require. It is a little pricey, but well worth it.

Rocky Top did an amazing job! We were completely happy with every area of their service!

The food was absolutely FABULOUS! All of our Guests have commented on how wonderful the food was!!! We would absolutely recommend you to our friends! A+++++++++
Kevin, you ROCKED IT!

Jenn was so helpful from beginning to end and really made us feel comfortable with all our choices. Megan was also fantastic the day of the wedding! She was always there getting Steven and I whatever we needed. Thank you team Rocky Top for everything you did!!

Rocky Top Catering / 1705 Prime is a superb caterer/vendor. Their food is very good and their service is top notch. We had a wonderful experience working with the Rocky Top team from the tastings, to the walk through, to meeting all of our requests/needs. Kevin DeHimer was our personal coordinator of events and he was absolutely great! He was there for us every step of the way and on the day of our wedding, he made sure everything occurred on time and to our request. I would definitely use Rocky Top Catering for any events in the future and I HIGHLY recommend them!!!!

I can not say enough about 1705 and their staff. Jenn was a complete jewel and we will remain friends for life!! :)

The value of what we received (food, service, and everything in between) FAR exceeded our expectations. The food was fantastic and my guests have raved about it every since. The venue was gorgeous and everyone there treated us like we were royalty! I just can't say enough!! I really feel blessed to have signed a contract with 1705!!

Thanks to EVERYONE that made our day wonderful!! You guys ROCK!

Rocky Top was so friendly and professional! We loved having them provide catering for our wedding.

Rocky Top was wonderful to work with. They want to make sure the bride and groom our happy on their wedding day. We had a buffet style dinner and they plated our dinner for my husband and I and got us drinks from the bar the entire night. Several of my wedding guests came up to me and told me this was the best wedding food they ever had! It was delicious! Their service, professionalism, food, and staff are amazing. I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone!

Kevin and team,

Thank you so much for making our wedding day so special!! The food was amazing. Everyone is still raving about the great appetizers and entrees. Even in 105 degrees everything went amazingly well.

I enjoyed planning with you and seeing the big day come together.

I would choose Rocky Top again and again for any of my catering needs.

Thanks Dana and Matt Lotz

Thank you all so much for making the night amazing! You saved us from a horrible situation in the beginning, and did everything you could to make the process a seamless switch. Everyone raved about the food!

Rocky Top was absolutely fantastic. The food was great and it was obvious from the start, that they did everything they could to make sure our guests had a great time. I would recommend them to anyone looking to have great service and great food.

Jenn and the Rocky Top Catering team were AMAZING for our wedding. Jenn was willing to meet and talk with us on a number of occasions before the wedding and made the entire process smooth. The food was absolutely delicious and we had so many people come up to us during the reception telling us how much they liked it. The RTC team made sure that our wedding party had hors d'oeuvres and drinks while we were taking pictures and that Drew & I were fed during the reception. We could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you Rocky Top!!!!

Our guests enjoyed their meals and raved about the appetizers! The waitstaff were very helpful and friendly.

I was very pleased with catering job done by Rocky Top. We had a plated meal which was excellent. Actually it was almost too much food. The service was very good. As for price it was expensive but well worth it.

This was a great location to have a reception for our guests. Kevin and his whole team really did everything they could to make sure that our day was special for us. I originally picked this venue because I felt that all I needed to do was make sure that there were centerpieces. I was completely correct. The whole team at 1705 Prime ensured that every little detail was taken care of (even if I forgot something). Thank you!

One word to describe Rocky Top's food - DELICIOUS!!! If you are in the market for catering services, make it easy for yourself and choose Rocky Top. Kevin is an amazing person to work with and always offered suggestions and services that made our wedding food that much better. If you sceptical, go to one of Rocky Top's many open house events. I went with my husband and parents to one of their events in Raleigh and my dad still talks about how amazing the food and entertainment were.

Rocky Top truely sets the bar for all catering service companies in NC, and trust me, you will want to work with them!

What a beautiful, intimate venue! These are words I heard a million times from my guests. My experience was phenomenal. Jenn was so easy to work with and took care of everything. It helped me to fell so relaxed and taken care of on my wedding day. In addition to the beautiful space and detail-oriented staff, the food was both delicious and elegantly displayed. Definitely add the shrimp and grits to your cocktail hour!

Working with Rocky Top was a great experience, the food was fantastic, the presentation was outstanding and the service superb. It was easy to work with Jenn Carlin and her team - professional, polite and experienced - they set a nervous bride at ease and pleased the whole crowd at the wedding. We appreciated the flexibility to bring in our own wines, and they very gracefully navigated within the space of our home to setup and serve our guests. All were very impressed - it's a pleasure to recommend them.

Rock top catering was amazing!!! From the appetizers during cocktail hour, buffett food, and staff they catered to every need and request during the entire event. French onion stuffed mushrooms and beef tenderloin were two of our favorites. I would highly recommend them for any future event. Thanks

There aren't enough positive words to describe our amazing experience with Rocky Top Catering and 1705 Prime as our wedding reception venue! We had an absolutely beautiful wedding that went off without a hitch due to the talent and professionalism of the Rocky Top team. We worked closely with Kevin who helped us make all the important decisions for our big day. Our guests were more than impressed with their delicious food and the lounge area added another level of fun to the party.

As we planned, there was always someone available to meet with us to answer questions or allow us inside the venue to check things out which made our experience very easy and stress free. The venue itself is modern and cozy and perfect for an initimate wedding!

We HIGHLY recommend Rocky Top Catering and 1705 Prime to host your wedding or cater your special...

I am Mother of the Bride. My daughters wedding was April 28, 2012. We had the wedding at 1705 Prime and it was spectacular! Kevin was the ultimate planner and managed everything perfectly. 1705 was a perfect Elegant and quaint venue. Impeccable service which is on the top of my list. Delicious food (many guests said the crab cakes were the best they've eaten!!) The venue was clean, the bathrooms were clean and updated. My elderly parents couldn't get the words 'I'm hungry' out before Kevin showed with plates of food at the cocktail hour. At dinner, the servers wrapped up the meal they couldn't finish. My old Italian picky mom was super impressed!! I live in a resort area which is a huge wedding destination area but am so glad that we decided to do it in Raleigh at 1705 Prime, where my daughter lives. I loved that they did all the set up and breakdown for us. Kevin did all the thinking for us!! Best value for our money!!

The venue was beautiful. Service was great - they coordinated everything for us from introductions to lighting sparklers! The bartenders and servers did an excellent job. Jenn Carlin was very very responsive leading up to the event. Shelley worked with us the day of wedding and did a great job. Everything went smoothly, the food was delicious and we (and our guests) enjoyed it!

Everything was great! Thank you!!!!!

I held my wedding and reception at 1705 prime yesterday and was so satisfied that I couldn't wait to post my review. From the delicious dinner to the friendly, patient and super helpful employees at 1705 prime everything was beyond my expectations. At 1705 Prime they make it so you don't have to think. During our photo session outside they brought out hourderves and made sure the bridal party was satisfied and though we did a buffet style dinner they served all of the children at their tables. They also served my husband and I which meant a lot to me as I've heard many stories of the bride and groom missing out on their cake and dinner. They assisted in setup and take down of the Centerpieces and all of my guests were super impressed. I love 1705 Prime and Kevin Dehimer rocks!!!

Jenn Carlin was wonderful from the word go! She provided me with names of a photographer, cake person and table settings. Jenn was wonderful to work with. I would reccommend her and 1705 Prime to everyone. Our wedding was a wonderful success mainly because of all of Jenn's assistance!

We loved the team at 1705 / Rocky Top Catering! They were very professional and were able to make all our wishes come true on our wedding day. The food was awesome and the venue was a great place for both our wedding ceremony and reception. All our guests enjoyed everything as well and complimented us on choosing such a great venue and men.u

Kevin was a pleasure to work with!!!! He helped us pick the perfect menu that was unique but still very tasty! Our guests loved the food and as we walked around, all we saw were empty plates. The staff was awesome and very responsive. They made sure that the bridal party got appetizers during the cocktail hour (since we had to take pics) and they were very nice. Kevin and the staff at Rocky Top are absolutely the best!!

Not only was the food delicious, but the service was AMAZING! Our reception felt like a five-star restaurant and our guests raved about the food. Throughout the entire planning process, Kevin was incredibly responsive and helped us with every detail, even arranging for us to have a special Cheerwine toast :) Food is such a major part of a wedding and we were relieved to have had such a professional staff that made our evening flow perfectly. We love Rocky Top!!

Jenn and the entire Rocky Top Catering team were amazing. They took great care of me from the initial planning stages to the actual event and made it stress free. The food was incredible and my guest are still talking about it and service. Of course the physical environment is very beautiful, classy and warm. This venue is worth every penny spent!! I just hate that my wedding is over! I highly recommend this venue for any special event that you are planning.

Rocky Top was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day. Kevin and the entire Rocky Top made us a top priority throughout the entire wedding process. The food was excellent and served in an expeditious manner. Kevin went so far as to assist my planner with picking out linens, etc. They allowed us to make changes even as close to a week before the wedding and were always looking for ways to give us better value for the price. Their appetizers were a hit amongst the guests. I would recommend this vendor to friends, family, and strangers.

Rocky top catering and 1705 Prime helped to make our wedding the most amazing memorable day of our lives. We couldn't have asked for better people to help with our day. I was so relaxed knowing I could trust them to put my vision together and execute it perfect. We loved it all!! Thank you to everyone who was there. It wouldn't have been the same with you. Espically Todd and Jenn!!!

Love, The Greens!

We were not really sure what to expect when we used Rocky Top in another venue, and not the 1705 Prime location, but were absolutely thrilled with both the service and the food! Our guests raved about the personalized service at each table, and yet the servers were also very unobtrusive in their efforts to be everywhere at once. They worked hard the whole evening, bringing drinks, clearing plates and were friendly and professional for the duration of the event. The food was absolutely delicious and convinced our daughter that a buffet could be elegant as well as tasty! Thank you again for making our daughter's wedding an amazing day! The Hernandez family

My fiance' and I went to a couple of tastings before we went to Rocky Top Catering. But once we entered Rocky Top, we knew there was something special about the place. After tasting the food and making a personal appointment we knew we had made the right choice. Catering Sales Manager, Kevin DeHimer walked us through the whole process without a hitch. He helped me in every step of the way. From selecting the plated meal to even going with me to pick out the linens, china and flatware. I felt that Kevin acted far beyound the call of his duty to make sure our wedding was perfect! Rocky Top and their staff is the BEST!

Rocky Top Catering was wonderful to work with. They were flexible to meet my needs both financially and with meeting times and the reception itself. Their team is very kind and personable and they did an excellent job serving our guests. I would highly recommend using them!! oh, and their food is amaaaazing :)!!!

The venue was absolutely gorgeous. Food was good, not as amazing as what we had at the tasting but still very good. Staff was very accomodating and provided quality service. Jenn C. was our sales manager who coordinated the whole thing and did everything we asked and beyond, she was so thorough with everything to make the day easy on us. And packed up everything that night for us perfectly to pick up the following day. Very pleased and I would definitely suggest them to anyone.

Excellent venue, staff and service!

Kevin DeHimer and the staff at Rocky Top were absolutely wonderful to work with. We would recommend them to anyone who is looking for the best bang for your buck without wanting to cut corners. First and foremost, our wedding reception food was amazing ... two months later and we're still getting complements on the shrimp & grits, filets, and late night snacks (sliders, chips & guacamole!). The staff was extremely easy to work with and willing to answer 1000s of questions. They were flexible and happy to customize the menu to fit both our budget and our preferences. I would definitely use them again.

Food is wonderful, everyone raved about it

I've actually posted a comment already under the caterers info. I would like to add had I known that they had venues to have your event at; I would have booked their venue as well. Would have save a whole lot of money and headaches.

Go into the event preparing to make a seating chart and make sure that the venue you have picked has plenty of space to accommodate last minute table additions. Also, make sure that you are comfortable with who you are working with at the venue because you will have A LOT of last minute questions and requests!!!

Verry knowledgable. Provide excellent suggestios. Remove tons of stress and do a great job of following-up. Food is great

Kevin Dehimer and the staff at Rocky Top Catering did a superb job in making my reception the best reception ever. They were professional and attentive, and went above and beyond the call of duty. The services provided were more than just catering, and it made my day one of the best days ever. The food was absolutely excellent!!!! I highly recommend Rocky Top Catering.

We fell in love with this venue as soon as we saw it. We love the modern feel inside with the outdoor ceremony location. All the staff were very accommodating and made each of our requests a reality. Our coordinator did change three times throughout our planning process which was a little frustrating but each person was very responsive and attentive. The only small negative I would have about the site would be the location. The busy street corner is a bit noisy but it did provide some comic relief to our ceremony! All in all I would highly recommend 1705 to any couple!a

I cannot say enough great things about the staff at 1705 Prime. Every detail of my wedding was handled beautifully! As someone who likes to micromanage every single detail, I fully trusted the amazing staff (Alison and Jenn) and was able to let go and just enjoy my day to the fullest. 1705 Prime has an amazing combination of southern charm and modern elegance, you will be so happy you picked them!!!

We chose the drop-off buffet package for our small at-home wedding (60 people) in Durham, NC. This entailed one meeting at the Rocky Top location (which we may have done over the phone if we wanted I bet) where we discussed the options and details with Rocky Top staff. Our contact was very nice and helpful, but did not explain everything in detail. I like to hear about everything that is available or provided, because sometimes it is hard to extract all of that information from a website. To give an example, until the end of our discussion when I randomly brought up tableware, our staff member did not mention that disposable cups, forks, napkins, plates, etc.. were included. And I was going to buy those things that day online! Good thing it came up, because they weren't going to tell me if I wasn't asking. Anyway, the actual day came out great. They delivered to our location 45 min away without a hitch and set up everything. Everything was disposable except for the giant drink coolers (which they told us they were going to pick up but have not three weeks later, I guess we keep them?) The food was plentiful and we made some good choices and some ok ones. Asparagus was not incredibly flavorful although prettily wrapped. The chicken pasta was good, and the salmon roulade was excellent. The gorgonzola pear salad was excellent, too. Some people liked the biscuits and some people didn't so much. The risotto was NOT risotto, more like regular rice, but it tasted ok. Overall, we were happy with the food which was the most important part.

RockyTop was wonderful...I originally worked with Alison but about a month or two before the wedding, she was promoted and we finished up with Jenn. There were a few things mixed up in the transition but we worked them out and had a beautiful wedding! I wasn't able to eat much that day but I heard from everyone that the food was great too.

Jenn, Allison and all the staff were wonderful to work with. Their suggestions were invaluable in helping us get the reception my daughter and her fiance wanted to have and still have it within our budget. The food was AWESOME! We had many, many comments on how delicious the food was! My compliments to the chef. The service was excellent. The staff did a great job of passing the appetizers so that everyone had a chance to sample everything. They also did a great job of servicing the food stations so there was plenty of food for the main courses as people returned for seconds. They were also great about removing finished plates from the tables, offering additional drinks, etc. It couldn't have been done more professionally. I would HIGHLY recommend Rocky Top Catering to anyone!

Without a doubt I would recomend 1705 Prime to anyone planning a wedding. The venue is the best deal out there and such a beautiful spot pictures. It is big and has plenty of space for guests to roam and be comfortable. Guests have told me it is some of the best wedding food they have ever had. Creating our menu was effortless and they really do work with you on everything! The staff is wonderful and I always felt I could trust them with everything. In fact, all my other vendors told me how wonderful they were to work with. 1705 Prime and Rocky Top really made my wedding the best I could imagine!

RockyTop was awesome to work with and the food was delicious. Alison P was amazing and had all the answers and knew exactly what to do even when I didn't. She probably did way more than what she had too, but I truly believe I owe the success of my wedding reception to her! Thanks so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We had our reception at 1705 Prime and can't say enough good about it! The employee we worked with was so pleasant and was happy to address any concern we had in the planning process. We came two days before the wedding to bring some "decorations" and personalized pieces for the reception and expected to be there for a couple of hours setting up. Alison, our event contact, insisted that we leave the items and that they would take care of everything....and the day of the wedding I saw what a great job they did with set-up! Other weddings in my family, we had to do almost all the work at the facilities we used for receptions-down to passing out favors/farewell rose petals,etc. 1705 was a breath of fresh air because we actually felt like guests at our own event. They were so willing to help and take things off of our worry list. The facility itself is unique with contemporary decor. I didn't have to do much decorating because the place is already pretty! I would highly recommend having an event at 1705, the staff was wonderful and they truly helped make our reception enjoyable and carefree.

I cannot say enough amazing things about 1705 Prime (Rocky Top Hospitality) to serve proper justice. This venue and catering made our day PERFECT! We found 1705 and began working with Kevin there and received amazing communication and information. They were so flexible with our travel schedule (we are from out of town) for doing walk through visits and catering meetings. Alison served as our catering manager and perfectly attended to nearly every detail, question and concern we had! They are experienced, accountable, flexible and the food is amazing! So many guests commented that the venue was one of the best & most unique they had been to and was an excellent venue for the cocktail hour and dinner/dancing reception we had. Our guests also informed us that the food was by far the best they had ever had at a wedding before! My (now) husband and I purchased so much glassware and hundreds of candles, amongst all the other reception items, and they were nice enough to store everything for us in advance and set everything up perfectly! After our final walk through, I knew everything would be perfect, and it was. Amazing food, amazing venue and among the best of the best in service!! Our guests couldn't believe how awesome the cocktail, dinner and bar service was!! Highly recommended -- this place will ensure your event is perfection!

I cannot thank Kevin and his team enough. Cannot cannot cannot thank them enough... From menu creation to presentation it was phenomenal. We worked out amazing items, nothing was ordinary. The dishes looked like works of art. The entrees of filet were cooked to perfection; not one single complaint. Guests were absolutely blown away and it was better than the level of perfect I dreamed up in my head.

Just one of a ton of highlights: I asked for "chocolate cones" that fit into champagne glasses and Kevin found them in NYC. He delivered and it was at a very reasonable cost. He refused to say no as I think many other caterers would. It made my wedding unique and he took on the headache so I wouldn't have to arrange shipping or anything.


If I could carry Kevin around with me forever I totally would-- he was THAT fun, easy to work with and dead on with every last detail. And the waitstaff and cooks rocked it. They don't disappoint but a lot of caterers can do that... They went the extra mile and amazed and over delivered. I will recommend them forever.

Thank you guys from the bottom of my heart!!!

***MY ONLY COMPLAINT IS THAT WE USED THE GRAND MARQUISE BALLROOM, WHICH WAS AN AWFUL EXPERIENCE, AND NOT THEIR VENUE SPACE!***

My review is more than a year overdue, but having just celebrated our first wedding anniversary I'd be remiss not to share my review on 1705 Prime. Being an out of town bride, I was hesitant and nervous about putting trust into our reception site to work through all the details, but Kevin really put me at ease. He even met with my parents who on my behalf facilitated some of the planning details. We were married in a church 2 minutes away, and had the party at 1705 Prime. 99% of our guests were out of state. The space is laid out nicely, and although it looks like a home from the 1800s, inside is so contemporary - it's the best of both worlds. Plus, the food is divine. Every single one of our guests (no exaggeration) loved the reception - the convenience to hotel/church/airport, food, the space, the layout, the staff, everything. We all loved it that we even half seriously contemplated having another party there just to have another party because it was so much fun. Alison was our event day coordinator, and again I was nervous upon hearing this because by that point I had worked with Kevin for more than a year, and likewise, she put everything at ease. They accommodated vegan meals for a few of our guests and other last minute requests. The staff at our wedding reception were attentive and exceptional. Kevin and Alison took care of a lot of the details, assisting with questions, meeting with us when we were in town to discuss the food, the event day details. They decorated the place as I would have had I been there. Being a DIY bride, I did my own flowers, decor, as well as favors, and I put them into Kevin and Alison's trusty hands to take care of on event day. Our wedding day was special. Our reception fun and memorable. We extend our gratitude to Kevin, Alison, and the team at 1705 Prime for this wonderful memory.

Rocky Top Catering made my wedding perfect! I have to especially thank Kevin DeHimer, Catering Manager. Kevin paid attention to every detail and made sure everything ran smooth. He exceeded all my expectations and I would reccommend Rocky Top and Kevin to any of my friends, family and strangers for any event. The team is so wonderful. I couldn't have dreamed of things turning out better than they did.

We highly recommend 1705 Prime for anyone looking for a wedding/reception venue. My husband and I knew as we left from our first meeting with the staff of Prime that we had found our wedding and reception site. The staff was very flexible with our menu changes and also gave great insight to helping us pick linens to match the overall decor we wanted for our wedding. Kevin and Alison were awesome and did everything they could to make our day go off without a hitch.

I worked with Kevin and Alison while planning my ceremony and reception at the venue 1705 Prime. The entire process was extremely easy, and Kevin kept me organized the entire time and was very responsive with emails and telephone calls. I also had a few special requests (beer mainly, haha) that they worked in for me so easily and without any problems. And on the day of, if anything went wrong I had NO idea. The service was amazing, and the food was phenomenal. The bridal party had a personal waiter, Todd, who made sure we had drinks and appetizers while we were taking photos outside. My glass was always full. It was a beautiful venue and I cannot say enough good things about my wedding experience with Rocky Top Catering. My guests still rave about the food too, someone actually told me that the stuffed mushrooms we has as an appetizer were not only the best stuffed mushrooms they'd ever had, but the best food they'd ever had period. The shrimp and grit "martinis" were my favorite, best shrimp and grits I have ever had as well. It was the perfect place for our perfect day.

Great venue - helpful staff, unique space. Everyone had a BLAST!

The team of 1705 Prime were amazing. We got a lot of compliments from our guests and groomsmen on how professional and likable the staff was! The only thing I wish I could have changed (but out of my control) was not having as many cars go by during the ceremony outside!!

I had a lot of trouble with 1705 Prime’s organizational skills. They were reasonably priced, but we had to deal with a lot of stress with this vendor. We were planning a Duke Gardens wedding from NYC and, while every other vendor knew how to work with an out of town bride and groom, they seemed befuddled by it and blamed us for their confusion. I attempted to contact Kevin to figure out what the steps usually are so we could make sure to hit them on each trip (how many meetings there typically are, when we decide what, etc), but it seemed he preferred to do certain things more last minute (which we couldn’t do b/c we were living in NYC). He would give us half-true information and later assume we knew details we did not. He was terrible at letting us know what to expect to the point where, only about a month before the wedding, we had to stop corresponding with him and work with another point of contact. Frankly, that was not that much better - the planning was still confusing - but at least they were trying to make things better by giving us another point of contact when the relationship with Kevin had disintegrated. Laurie tried to be helpful but she was not who we were mainly in touch with. We had a great planner who kept us calm when 1705 would send short, nebulous emails that demonstrated such a profound misunderstanding of - and lack of attention to - our questions and concerns that it almost seemed purposeful.

Now, that being said, the team they sent the day of was FANTASTIC and the food was very good. After the wedding, my husband and I realized that the management was a mess, but the staff was excellent. I had worked with Kathy at the beginning of our relationship with 1705, but she took a leave and we were re-assigned to Kevin. Kathy is actually who gave us our proposal, told us about the tasting and answered all my initial questions about full service catering through 1705 Prime. The difference in Kevin’s skills was apparent immediately. While Kathy had a knack for efficiently explaining things, Kevin seemed almost panicked by questions. However, we were blessed to have Kathy return and be our on-site person the day of and she was a breath of fresh air. We also had Seth, who was there to help me and my husband. He brought us hors d'oeuvres during a break in our post ceremony photo shoot, and served us at dinner so we could be sure to eat. He brought us drinks and made sure basically that we had whatever we needed. Seth was no small part of why we were one of the few couples who actually got to EAT at our wedding! Which was especially great, because we were able to dance and drink all night with our guests without being weak and worn out (our party had a lot of dancing). We also had an amazing bartender - Cole - who was pleasant and fun with the guests and helped us figure out when it was time to make a quick wine run to keep the party going. He was actually there at the tasting we did at 1705 where we signed our contract and we liked him a lot but forgot to ask his name. On our way home we kicked ourselves for not getting his name because we wanted to request him for the day-of, but it worked out anyway!
Honestly, the 1705 day of staff seriously outshines the management. If we could judge 1705 prime for only those we dealt with the day of, they would have our highest regard. However the planning was disorganized, confusing, and stressful. Almost as if the management didn’t want you to ask questions or have an opinion, just shut up and let them do things their way. I expected to work with my vendors to create a special day, but they were the ONLY vendor who didn’t understand how to establish that working relationship. Thank God for their day of team. The 5 stars for service is based on their hard work that day. Hopefully the rest of 1705 Prime can take a lesson from Kathy, Seth, and Cole.

1705 is the perfect setting for any style of wedding! The decor is sophisticated elegance at it's best. Laurie is an awesome asset to 1705 and helped me every step along the way!

I just had an amazing wedding ceremony and reception at 1705 Prime and loved the venue for various reasons:
1. The staff- Very professional, quick to respond to emails/calls, flexible, and accomodating. Shout out to Kevin DeHimer!
2. The space- unique, chic, and requires minimal decoration outisde of table centerpieces.
3. Affordability
4. Food- something for every palate.

Kevin and his team were fantastic to work with. We used them for both, the rehearsal dinner and our reception. I did not have to worry about a thing and THAT was awesome.

The staff here is awesome. They made planning easy and the event smooth. It was a pleasure working with them.

Great place to have a Ceremony and Reception. Will be back for any future events. Staff is very friendly and attentive.

1705 was an awesome reception venue. My husband and I were looking for somewhere different than a hotel or country club that still had an elegant and contemporary feel. The space is amazing, but what really sold me was Maite and her willingness to truly make the reception our own. We had so many options for food, decor, drinks, etc. Maite and her staff were SUPER attentive during the whole planning process, as well as during the actual wedding. Our drinks were never empty and we always had someone checking up on us. I really can't say enough about this place!!

Everything went so well. They were very professional, and the food was especially good. Will definitely visit them soon for other than an event.

I absolutely love Rocky Top- 1705 Prime! Kevin is amazing and his staff is wonderful! I had them for offsite catering at Marbles Kids Museum and everything was absolutely beautiful. The food was awesome! I highly recommend!

I can't say enough good things about the experience my wife and I received from Kevin at 1705 Prime. He was a godsend to us with how helpful, professional, easy-going, and knowledgeable he was all throughout our wedding planning and the actual reception. The venue itself was beautiful, and is perfectly laid out. Our guests really enjoyed having a separate bar area for the cocktail hour, and our wedding party was very grateful to have their own private waiting room upstairs.

I think the thing that stood out the most to my wife and I was how our every need was take care of in the most professional and quick manner possible. Kevin was very easy to communicate with, as was everybody at 1705 Prime who assisted us. During our wedding reception, Kevin assigned my wife and I our own private waitress, who constantly refilled out glasses, brought us our food plates, etc etc, which was a huge help!

All in all we could not have asked for a better reception venue than 1705 Prime, we highly, highly recommend them! The price was very affordable, especially for the quality of service we received! Thanks to all the 1705 Prime staff for making our reception perfect!

We worked with Maite at 1705 and had a wonderful experience! We got plenty of compliments on the food and atmosphere! I would recommend 1705 to future brides!!

1705 Prime was perfect for our reception! We had a very small guest list, and wanted an intimate feel, and couldn't have found a better place. We chose the salmon and filet mignon for our guests, and both dishes were absolutely delicious! Maite and Kevin were a joy to work with, and definitely helped to make our day very memorable.

I don't even know where to start to tell you how amazing Kevin & Maite helped make our day. Kevin was involved & responsive from day one helping us getting everything in order and Maite made sure everyone was prepared and the set-up perfect. They didn't miss a single detail and instead helped us have an awesome, worry-free weekend. The venue was perfect. The staff was amazing. The food was to die-for (Yes! they even made sure I got to eat!). They even set up all the decor and ran the show flawlessly.

Kevin DeHimer and the entire staff at Rocky Top Catering provided PHENOMENAL catered food, bar service, and help with selecting and setting up our rentals for our wedding. We received so many compliments from our guests about the quality of the food and the beauty of the decor at our wedding in downtown Wake Forest. We were not surprised since we had attended tastings ahead of time at 1705 Prime and knew just how good their food and drinks are. We were thrilled with their service during our wedding as well - they even made plates for us so we could eat dinner uninterrupted at our sweetheart table. I would not hesitate to recommend Kevin's services and Rocky Top Hospitality to anyone.

1705 did my catering for my wedding and besides being kind of moved from person in charge they were great. They have wonderful food, provide free plastic (which is great because nothing to break), and make the bride and groom a special plate. I really enjoyed them and I would have to say that the bartenders were fantastic. I highly recommend the scalloped potatoes.

Rocky Top Catering (also known as 1705 Prime) is a perfect balance of value and quality. Their prices are reasonable, and their food is both tasty and appropriate to a wide range of audiences (read: my "country" relatives liked it as much as my "city" friends).

Their menu is extensive, offering you lots of options beyond the typical wedding fare (because who really wants vegetables and a vat of ranch dressing!?). Their event coordinator is very sharp. She'll work with your budget while still giving you an impressive menu. We did food stations, and they were a huge hit.

Also, Rocky Top lets you buy your own alcohol, which is a good way to save money. Plus, unlike other caterers who I talked to about bringing my own alcohol, Rocky Top didn't make me provide ice, coolers, or anything else - they had that all covered.

They also handled my rentals, which was very convenient. They just pass through the cost from the rental company, but as the bride, you don't have to worry about coordinating delivery, payment, etc. because Rocky Top deals with all of that as part of the catering service.

My only issue was that my day-of event coordinator was not nearly as sharp as Kathy, but everything went off without a hitch, so I'm not complaining.

The caterer at 1705 is fantastic! I enjoyed working with her and would highly recommend her and the facility to others for their events.

Our reception site was at 1705Prime. Kathy White, the catering director, was a delight to work with. The prices were quite reasonable, and the food was phenomenal! We started with passed hor d'oeuvres, while guests were arriving. Between us, my fiancé and I were only able to try two of the four selections, including a butternut squash soup shooter that was sooooo good. (I got many requests for the recipe…as if I would know it!). Dinner was surf and turf …filet mignon and crabcake. It was amazing. In addition, both my fiancé and I really enjoy artisan cheeses, and so, in lieu of a groom’s cake, Kathy had made up a beautiful “tower” with four kinds of cheeses plus a fig loaf, dates, nuts, grapes, and herbs. It was spectacular. The only complication was the next wedding reception party arrived early so we were moved along quickly to vacate the place (15 minutes ahead of schedule).

1705 Prime is the best!!!! They organized a disorganized wedding in under 24 hours. It was a blast. I would recommend using the lounge side for the reception!

We have attended several events catered by Rocky top Catering and/or hosted at 1705 Prime. One word comes to mind with this group - consistency. Whether it's the food or service, this catering group always gives us their best. They are extremely hardworking and accommodating. You can't go wrong with Rocky Top!

We love this space and their staff!

Beautiful venue and great food! We have also had nothing but good experiences with their staff.

We LOVE working with Kevin and Jenn and the entire team at Rocky Top Catering. One of our favorite vendors and a preferred vendor at Cobblestone Hall and Showtime Events!

Rocky Top is not only great (AMAZING) food but the service and food display will help make your wedding/event perfect!

Rocky Top Catering and 1705 Prime is such a pleasure to work with! The whole team inlcuding; Maite, Kevin, LeAnn, Laurie & Alison are extremely professional. The whole staff have given me and every client that I work with the utmost attention when it comes to planning the event and the actual implementation of every event detail. The space is a delight to use for any special function and the food is amazing...thanks to Chef Paul and his team. I would highly recommend them to any bride to be!

The team at rocky top hospitality rocks! You can always count on them to have the clients best interest at heart and they are always on top of their game. I adore working with them and would recommend them to anyone who needs a caterer or event space. Their food is fabulous and the staff is professional and caring!

I was working at Bogart's, Hi5, and the Red Room from the time they opened and naturally started working with Rocky Top Catering and in 1705 as soon as they were up and running. I must say that 1705 is a lovely venue and the food coming out of Rocky Top's kitchen is always amazing. We will continue our relationship with them for a long time coming.

Rocky Top are an excellent choice as a catering company for your wedding. I have worked with them for many years. Their staff provide an excellent service and their food is great. When I was looking for someone to cater an event that i was personally hosting, Rocky Top was my number one choice.

1705 Prime is a fantastic location for your wedding reception! Their staff is top notch, the food is fantastic, and the venue has great character and gorgeous!

Rocky Top Catering and 1705 Prime are among the best we have worked with. Everyone does their absolute best to make sure all your needs are met and that your event is the best it can be. The staff is professional, attentive, and competent. You cannot go wrong with this company.

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