Top 10 Best Catering

Specialized in a variety of cuisines for weddings and events, these trusted catering services are chosen for their culinary excellence, tailored menus, and professionalism.

Personal Touch Dining

Kearny Villa Road, San Diego, California
4.7 (219 reviews)
  • Event & Party Rentals
  • Best Event Catering
  • Venue Management Services
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Founded in 1988, Personal Touch Dining Specializes in Full Service Catering and Event Management. Throughout our expansion, we have adhered to the exc More Detail

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Metro Catering

Top Gun Street, San Diego, California
4.9 (28 reviews)
  • Organic catering
  • Party Catering Corporate Catering
  • Vegetarian catering
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Our commitment to serving delicious food & offering personalized service is something special. From intimate dinners to grand events, business meeting More Detail

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Abbey Catering & Event Design

National City Boulevard, San Diego, California
4.7 (679 reviews)
  • corporate events
  • Catering Personalized Event Planning
  • weddings
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Host Exceptional Events with Full-Service Catering and Event Coordination from Abbey Catering More Detail

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Arctic Hotspot Cafe & Catering

East 4th Street, Los Angeles, California
4.7 (608 reviews)
  • pancakes
  • sandwiches

Healthy & delicious food, fresh-made when you order. Try our tasty breakfast selection: Chilaquiles en Salsa Quemada, Huevos Rancheros, Lox & Bagel More Detail

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Melons Catering

Callan Boulevard, San Francisco, California
4.7 (128 reviews)

Established in 1983, Melon's Catering is a full-service event planning company that provides services for corporate and private clients. Its services More Detail

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Ranch Events

Quivira Way, San Diego, California
4.7 (514 reviews)
  • Catering
  • Wedding planning
  • food and drinks
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Ranch Events is a San Diego's popular caterer for wedding, corporate and special events. Get services like catering, food and drink, wedding rentals a More Detail

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Eisenhauer's Catering And Events

West Hendy Avenue, San Jose, California
4.8 (45 reviews)
  • Business Catering
  • Weddings
  • Event And Party
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Built on a 40-year family tradition of excellence in service, Eisenhauer's provides catering & event planning services for both corporate and private More Detail

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Holy Cannoli! Catering

East Santa Clara Street, San Jose, California
4.7 (287 reviews)

Founded by Jamie Whitmire, a culinary enthusiast with a passion for creating delectable dishes and an eye for detail, Holy Cannoli! stands at the inte More Detail

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Blood, Sweat, and Butter

North San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Vegetarian catering
  • Delivery, Setup and On-site Service
  • Gluten-free catering
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Blood, Sweat + Butter is a creative kitchen focused on elevating food to art. Taking cues from fine art, culture, and fashion, BS+B’s work uses food More Detail

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Epic Bites Catering

Park Boulevard, San Francisco, California
4.7 (78 reviews)
  • Allergyfriendly catering
  • Vegan catering
  • sample menus
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Kosher catering throughout the Bay Area, from Monterey to Sonoma to Sacramento! More Detail

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Frequently Asked Questions

When booking a caterer, make sure you are considering the following factors: 

  • The type of cuisine you are looking for 
  • Service style, e.g., buffet style, family style, plated, and more. 
  • Experience with events. 


Make sure you are also looking for customer reviews, licensing, and food safety certifications before booking their service!

Some caterers may charge additional fees for service staff, delivery, setup, breakdown, and last-minute guest count changes. Rental costs for dinnerware, linens, and special equipment may also be extra. Always ask for a detailed, itemized quote to avoid unexpected charges.

Yes, most professional caterers offer options for dietary needs, such as gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, halal, or nut-free meals. Make sure you have let your caterer know these requirements in advance to ensure proper accommodations and avoid any mishaps on the event day.

Most caterers allow minor adjustments up to a certain deadline, but any major changes may cost you extra. Some may require a final headcount 7–14 days before the event. If your guest count decreases, you may still be responsible for the full cost, depending on the contract terms.

Yes, most caterers charge a deposit before the booking, usually ranging from 25% to 50% of the total cost. However, each caterer has its own different refund policy. Some offer partial refunds if canceled within a certain timeframe, while others may have non-refundable deposits.


 Always review the cancellation policy before booking!

Many caterers offer rental services for plates, glassware, utensils, linens, tables, and chairs, either directly or through a partnered vendor. Be sure to confirm availability, pricing, and setup in advance to avoid last-minute confusions.

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