Find a catering service in San Francisco, CA

Find catering services in San Francisco, CA

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Top 10 catering services in San Francisco, CA

Clients agree: these vendors are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Dalla Nonna Elena

Dalla Nonna Elena

New on Fash
Serves Vacaville, CA
authentic Italian dishes
El Sabor De Mi Tierra Catering

El Sabor De Mi Tierra Catering

New on Fash
Serves San Jose, CA
We bring the party to you! Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, or private party, our team of professional bartenders will serve up delicious cocktails that will keep your guests talking long after the event is over. Contact us today to book your event
Poke Life

Poke Life

New on Fash
Serves San Francisco, CA
Our catering service is providing fresh ingredients with a healthy alternative to eating Hawaiian Poke. The clients can easily order from our catering menu for their office luncheon and events. We are currently on Zesty, Zero and Ezcater platform. We have a store front in the Mission Bay area serving to Kaiser, UCSF (nurses, doctors and patients) and offices within the area. We have been catering for corporate and events for 2 years. Myself and along with my partners have been in the food / bar industry combine for over 20 years. [email protected]
Nutrigastro, LLC

Nutrigastro, LLC

5.0(4)
Serves San Francisco, CA
Ethan says, "Spectacular Evening, Michelin Star-Worthy Service I loved Nutrigasto honestly. Everything I ate was super flavorful, and exactly what I wanted to be in our stomach. I love the eccentric customized style menu the chef came up with and I wish I had something as good as this service in Baltimore. " Read more
Bistro SF Grill

Bistro SF Grill

5.0(1)
1 hire on Fash
Serves San Francisco, CA
Steven K. says, "Great Burger bar with many healthy options . Vegan black Bean patties are my favorite." Read more
The Famous Rib Shack

The Famous Rib Shack

New on Fash
Offers online services
Serves San Bruno, CA
Excellent Superior Service & high quality locally farm to table Ingredients. My passion & stellar Award Winning skills with a personable experience to each & ever guest.
Betty Jean’s Catering

Betty Jean’s Catering

New on Fash
Serves Sacramento, CA
I’ve been a professional cook for the last 15 years and a Banquets chef for the last four years. Food has been my passion and love since I was a little girl growing up in my grandmothers kitchen cooking with her. I have a true passion for food and love to bring people amazing flavors to be the highlight of your event.
Moya Catering

Moya Catering

New on Fash
Serves San Francisco, CA
Authentic Ethiopian Cuisine Moya was opened in 2010 by Fana Alemayehu. She came to San Francisco from Ethiopia in the early 80s and Moya was her first opportunity to showcase her cooking. She is regarded as an excellent chef amongst her family and friends and is known to bring people together with her incredible dishes. Fana's goal was to open a space where people could enjoy authentic Ethiopian cuisine. At Moya, we serve authentic Ethiopian dishes using spices prepared especially for Fana by her mother in Ethiopia. We put love into EVERYTHING we make....
Stella’s Cuisine

Stella’s Cuisine

New on Fash
Serves San Francisco, CA
Our family is very proud to give our customers the best prices we work with their budget and provide plates, silverware, and glassware at no charge we make every event memorable according to our regular customers My mother was voted one of the best chefs in San Francisco she loved to create any dishes that our customers asked for she was a fantastic chef my customers tell me that I took from her it's a great compliment I love to please my customers I am a people's person...
Phiesty Food LLC

Phiesty Food LLC

5.0(1)
2 hires on Fash
Serves Oakland, CA
Pamela B. says, "Great job, from the decorations/room setup to the food." Read more

Your Wedding and Event Catering questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Fash.

Catering costs $10 to $35 per person for basic party food or a drop-off service. On average, caterers charge $500 to $7,500 total for 50 guests, $1,000 to $15,000 for 100 guests, and $1,500 to $23,000 for 150 guests. Alcohol or bartending options often cost extra.

Formal catering or wedding catering costs $30 to $200 per person for plated meals, a buffet, or food stations. A food truck rental costs $10 to $40 per person, depending on the type of event and whether you hire the truck on a weekend or holiday. Popular food truck menu options include tacos, pizza, BBQ, and ice cream.

Catering means supplying food and drink at a party, wedding, or other gathering. Some catering companies provide waitstaff, while others offer self-serve buffet stations or simply drop off prepared food to an event. Different catering companies provide different types of foods and cuisines, including:

  • Italian
  • Mexican
  • Barbeque
  • Japanese
  • Pizza
  • Sandwiches
  • Ice cream
  • Breakfast or brunch

Most caterers recommend ordering at least a few weeks to 6 months in advance, depending on the type of event and number of guests. However, catering a small party may not require as much advance time as a wedding, holiday party, or large corporate event.

Large chain restaurants often provide limited, drop-off catering services and require less notice than professional catering companies. Some chain restaurants and grocery stores offer catering services with only one day's notice.

Caterers supply all the food for your event, either cooking it on-site or preparing it in their own kitchen beforehand. Many catering services include serving dishes, plates, glasses, and silverware in their price. Some caterers also offer tables, chairs, linens, or custom place settings for an added fee.

Caterers typically serve food for 1 to 4 hours, depending on the time of year and number of guests. Setup usually takes 1 to 2 hours. Ask your caterer whether they will include any of the setup or cleanup time in their estimate.

Some caterers include a gratuity charge of 15% to 20% on your bill that is split between the servers. Before adding a cash tip, ask your caterer or review the contract to make sure a gratuity charge is not already included. If you decide to give cash tips directly, pay each person between $15 to $50.

Search our list of caterers, then:

  • Get three or more free estimates to compare.
  • Read their reviews and menus on Fash and Google.
  • Choose a licensed, insured, and experienced company.
  • Try menu tasting before your event if possible.
  • Make sure they're a good fit for your budget and schedule.
  • Get a written estimate or contract.
  • Avoid making a large payment before your event begins.

After reading reviews and asking questions, hire the best company in your area.

When looking for local catering companies, consider asking the following questions:

  • How long have you been catering?
  • Are you licensed and insured?
  • How far in advance do I need to book?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • Do you allow menu changes?
  • Will you bring prepared food, or will you prepare it onsite?
  • How long will you be able to serve food?
  • How long do you need to set up?
  • Do you charge extra for travel fees?
  • Will you give me a written estimate and contract?

Reviews for San Francisco catering services

Recent success stories from people in the San Francisco area.
Tiffany Z.
Tremendous!!! Chef Hakeem is very professional Clean, punctual, willing to work with all of my little demands. But most importantly the food was crazy delicious and my guest all enjoyed the night. I highly recommend Nutrigasto and crew.
Nutrigastro, LLC
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