Plates On Deck

About Us

Plates On Deck featured in The Lakelander MADE Magazine, Issue 105

Our Story

Starting in 2019, Plates On Deck brought fresh, made-to-order seafood boils and custom catering to the local communities of Queens, NY. Founded by Chef Ken (culinary lead) and Ziomara (operations), the engaged couple relocated to Central Florida in 2020 and have been serving Orlando, Kissimmee and Davenport ever since.

Today, Plates On Deck is known for Eclectic Soul Food — a global comfort food menu blending Caribbean, Latin and Italian flavors with Southern roots, alongside the seafood boils, crab cakes and honey bourbon shrimp that built our name. Beyond catering, we offer private dining experiences for locals and visitors alike, including the vacation-rental communities near Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and LEGOLAND — whether it’s a romantic dinner for two, a family reunion or an extravagant celebration, we design every detail around you.

So don’t wait — order Plates On Deck today. With Plates On Deck, you get quality food and exceptional service, all in one package. Schedule a consultation with us today or order here.

See Our Food in Motion

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Our Accolades

Chef Ken accepting Achievement Academy's Top Chef of Polk County 2026 Community Choice Award

Top Chef of Polk County 2026

Achievement Academy – Community Choice Award

Chef Ken and Ziomara accepting Aramark's Best of Local Restaurant Row 2025 Most Unique Award

Best of Local Restaurant Row 2025

Aramark – Most Unique Award

Plates On Deck food truck team featured on Food Network's The Great Food Truck Race Season 17

Featured on Food Network 2024

The Great Food Truck Race – Season 17

Chef Ken with Fusion Fest Culinary Arts Contest 2023 Pro 1st Place Winner check

Fusion Fest Culinary Arts Contest 2023

Pro 1st Place Winner

Chef Ken accepting 1st Place at the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show Rapid Fire Competition 2023

Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show 2023

Rapid Fire Competition – 1st Place

As Seen On & Trusted By

Logos of Plates On Deck partners and features: Bonnet Springs Park, Florida Southern College, Valencia College, UCF, Wild Fork, Lakeland Regional Health, Yelp, Orlando Economic Partnership, Visit Orlando, and Food Network