Find a catering service in San Leandro, CA

Find catering services in San Leandro, CA

Find catering services in San Leandro, CA

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Top 10 catering services in San Leandro, CA

Clients agree: these San Leandro catering services are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Soul Fusion Cuisine Catering

Soul Fusion Cuisine Catering

5.0(1)
6+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
Stephanie M. says, "Chef Jackiy catered a private dinner for our anniversary. The food and service was amazing, she took the time to explain each course as it came out. Will definitely use her services again." Read more
C'era Una Volta Catering

C'era Una Volta Catering

New on Fash
20+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
Serving the Bay Area since 2004, C'era Una Volta Catering is your Italian specialist caterer. Recognized by Italian organizations L'Associazione Cuochi Fiorentini and Accademia Italiana della Cucina. Catering for your business or personal event needs. Contact us today.
Leandro S Cucina Italiana

Leandro S Cucina Italiana

5.0Exceptional(10)
5 hires on Fash
4+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
Stephen H. says, "Friendly, showed up on time, and cooked a GREAT meal! This was a gift to my daughter and her fiance and they could not stop sending pictures and thanking us. This guy is the real deal. Grazie Leandro!" Read more
Farm To Table Provisions

Farm To Table Provisions

5.0(2)
Offers online services
10+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
Paul H. says, "Great chef and overall experience. Catered to vegan and vegetarian needs as well. Would definitely recommend to anyone." Read more
Big City Chefs Nationwide Personal Chefs

Big City Chefs Nationwide Personal Chefs

New on Fash
24+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
We are a small group of talented and highly experienced professional restaurant chefs, some of us available exclusively through Big City Chefs, dedicated to the creative art of fine dining and supporting local farmers. We've been in business since 2000.
Manakish Oven And Grill

Manakish Oven And Grill

New on Fash
5+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
We are a Mediterranean restaurant in Walnut Creek bringing both culture & history straight to you with the help of passionate and hardworking foodies. How? By serving authentic recipes with a new twist, featuring only the freshest local ingredients and making the best Mediterranean food in Walnut Creek out of them for you. As you may have guessed by our name, we are the premier restaurant serving manakish or manakeesh in Walnut Creek. Our guiding dream and vision is to be the best Mediterranean restaurant in Walnut Creek through a combination of preserving tradition, innovating with modern flavors, and using the best possible ingredients fo
BTJPARTIES

BTJPARTIES

New on Fash
Offers online services
8+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
At BTJPARTIES & Events we understand that planning an event, whatever the size, whatever the occasion, can be overwhelming, but for us it’s a breeze, we do this every day! And that’s why you need BTJPARTIES event planning company on your side! With more than 20 years of event planning expertise, we know how to handle all of the details, so you don’t have to. Your planning team will do the leg work for you, so you can have fun, relax and enjoy your special event, during the process and the day of.
Carolyn's Creole Kitchen

Carolyn's Creole Kitchen

5.0(1)
19+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
Valarie W. says, "Carolyn and her staff was professional and did a great job. The food was delicious. I will be using Carolyn’s Creole Kitchen again." Read more
007 Private Chef Services

007 Private Chef Services

New on Fash
2+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
***Brand New on Fash please refer to google or thumbtack for client reviews. Ready to dine another day? I'm Chef Michael, your "secret operative" for an in-home fine dining experience. I have been trained by Michelin-rated chefs in commercial kitchens, putting my Le Cordon Bleu culinary degree into practice. During the pandemic, I found my silver lining and new passion working as a private chef, which lead me to create my own catering company. 007 Private Chef is here to take the stress off of you and create a unique dining experience where everyone's unique dietary needs and styles are met. I believe professionalism, kindness, knowledge and
Lalos Asados Catering

Lalos Asados Catering

New on Fash
5+ years in business
Serves San Leandro, CA
We are Lalos Asados Catering. We have been in the food industry for 15 years. Creating delicious meals and bringing people together with our food. From street food to fine dining, finger foods, grazing tables and much more. We cater all events from birthdays, baby showers, corporate events and weddings.

Your Wedding and Event Catering questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Fash.

How much is catering?

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.

What is catering?

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

How far in advance do I need to order catering?

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.

What do caterers provide?

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.

How long do caterers stay at an event?

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.

Do you tip caterers?

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.

How do I choose a catering company?

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.

What questions should I ask caterers?

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 Leandro catering services

Recent success stories from people in the San Leandro area.
Cristina E.
Chef was so easy to work with and the food was phenomenal. We had a dinner party of 20 and he handled it perfectly! Our guests were Very pleased. Chef is very professional! Great value! Forgive the photo of the porchetta (I forgot to take the picture Before I started eating!)
Leandro s Cucina Italiana
Tory M.
Chef Zachary was extremely professional and knowledgeable from the start, and created some of the best dishes I’ve ever had the pleasure of enjoying. He is not only incredibly talented and comfortable in the kitchen, but was also so approachable and flexible with our party. He provided exactly the experience I was hoping for and I only plan on using him in the future. Thank you Chef Zachary!!
Farm to Table Provisions
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