The Best BBQ Wedding Catering in Santa Cruz, CA

The Best BBQ Wedding Catering in Santa Cruz, CA

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7 Wedding Caterers in Santa Cruz, CA

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Affordable Chef Services LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Whether you're searching for a caterer for a dinner party, birthday, anniversary, wedding reception, holiday, company picnic, or other event, personal Chef Mark Gallagher of Affordable Chef Services of Santa Cruz can custom cater a menu just for you. Our highly trained professional staff have the experience and passion to cater your special event.

Mark and his team were wonderful from the start. He was always prompt to respond, kind, and quickly provided any updates to the menu/guest count/linen color change/ etc. We felt so comfortable working with Chef Mark right from the start and that was even more confirmed when we were able to finally meet him on our special day. Mark was adaptable to our decision to move where we were hosting dinner with such a supportive response "It is your day, we are serving dinner where you would like to" with no complaint at all. He arrived a few minutes early to make sure he and his team knew the venue layout and quickly got to work! He was personable making many guests laugh and smile (and even gave them sneak peak tastes into dinner and dessert!). Chef Mark also came down while we were eating to make sure that all guests were satisfied and boy were their smiles on everyones faces! We started with an array of appetizers from olive tapenade to turkey meatballs (my fav!) to ceviche. Our dinner was delicious- chicken, salmon, rice, asparagus, salad, and for dessert, chocolate cake and cheesecake (we ate it all!). All of the food was so good that we were getting texts the next day about all the specifics to our menu from our guests. I would HIGHLY recommend booking with Chef Mark if you want comfortable, reliable, and good vibes on your wedding day!
Sarah B., a year ago
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Sushi Private Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Welcome. Our business is based on honesty, reliable Japanese food service, and Tokyo quality with fusion touch. We have two generations history over 23 years experience in culinary, experience in sushi catering serving Bay Area, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Calabasas, Irvine, Santa Monica, Laguna Niguel, Palo Verdes, and all of Southern California. We offer friendly service and the finest, freshest sushi to any sushi catering or sushi party event.

Awarded Best of Zola
We worked with Sushi Private Catering a few times on the wedding couple's bridal shower and after-party, they are very professional and nice, a few things we really appreciate are they always be at the event early and they clean up properly. They will consider the venue whether it's indoor or outdoor, and give the couple proper suggestion about the menu, so the event won't smell oily or food, and sometimes they were not the only food vendors, they also gave the wedding couple proper suggestions about the food quantity, their chef also very experienced and nice, they will engage with the guests. During the planning period, we had a few time meetings with them, they always took very detailed notes and sent us for confirmation. So we know we don't need to worry about a thing with the catering part because their team is very reliable. We especially like how they decore the serving table, they brought a lot of decore and make the sushi station nice and elegant, how they display the sushi is also very delicate. Overall, we strongly recommend this team.
Stephanie Karimalis, 3 years ago
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Late to the Lake 

5.0

  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Booking Late to the Lake as our wedding caterers was the best decision we made for our day. Their communication style was sweet, helpful, and quick to respond. They provided great suggestions to make our day even more special. The value they provided was outstanding - the food was beautifully presented and received 5-star reviews from our guests, who raved about the delicious flavors and attentive service. Our guests have commented multiple times a week since our wedding last month about how the food and smooth service made our day truly unforgettable. We couldn't have asked for a better catering experience.
Jill and B., 2 months ago
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Americano 

5.0

  • Starts at $90
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Americano 🇮🇹 is a Mercury News 'Bay Area Best', family-run catering service bringing authentic Italian heritage to your wedding. We use fresh ingredients from our family farm, growing 100% organic veggies with care. From our famous sauces to seasonal offerings, every dish is crafted with love. We make your guests feel like part of our famiglia with comforting classics, elegant entrées, and family-style platters. Let us create an unforgettable feast filled with warmth, joy, and tradition.

Americano catered our wedding, and we couldn't have been more impressed! From start to finish, they delivered an unforgettable dining experience. The food was absolutely delicious—our guests are still raving about the Chicken Marsala and garlic bread! The team was professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Their attention to detail and use of fresh, high-quality ingredients really stood out. If you're looking for top-notch catering with authentic Italian flavors, Americano is the way to go. Highly recommend!
Beni, a month ago
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Chef John's Events & Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees
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Chef John's Events & Catering serves weddings throughout the Phoenix area and beyond. Led by Chef Jeannette, this team has created cuisines of all kinds for celebrations both intimate and grand. Our creativity is constrained only by the availability of fresh and seasonal ingredients, which help us craft the most delicious dishes possible. Chef John's Events & Catering is inspired by culinary traditions all over the world. For your wedding, we invite you to choose one global cuisine, or your favorite dishes from several. Whichever you decide upon, we will wow you and your guests with mouth-watering flavors and beautiful presentations.

Awarded Best of Zola
They were super accommodating to every need we had. Down to the day and served us well for wedding. Would definitely recommend again and again.
Dakotah And S., a year ago

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About wedding caterers in Santa Cruz, CA

How much do catering services usually cost in Santa Cruz, CA?

Full service catering packages range from $200 to $8,500 and average around $2,000.

Which are the most popular caterers in Santa Cruz, CA?

Some of the most popular caterers in this area include Montperi Catering & Events, Fire & Wood Catering and Champagne Bungalow Mobile Bar.

Do catering packages include serving staff?

Yes! 33% of packages in Santa Cruz, CA include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Santa Cruz, CA accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 8 offer kosher services and 12 offer vegetarian packages. You can search on Zola for caterers who can accommodate nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, halal and vegan diets as well!

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