Caterers near Dana Point

“We needed to find a place last minute to host a small baptism dinner in Dana point and we are from SanDiego area, I was looking online and found this Gem!!! Not only were they accommodating and very patient the whole staff there were great!! They were all happy and polite. The food came out at perfect timing. All the guests were happy and kept saying how they enjoyed themselves. The food was Delicious (prosciutto flatbread) was my favoritethe desserts were good too! The prices were very reasonable The atmosphere was perfect for the occasion. We will definitely be back the next time we are in town can't wait to try their breakfast menu and one of those cupcakes!“

“We got Rasta Taco for a ~40 person backyard party and it was a hit! Their set-up was well-presented and they were totally self-sufficient (needed water for the chafing dishes, but that's a given). They arrived at the agreed upon time to start setting up and they confirmed with me before starting to serve. The food itself was delicious as well and we received multiple compliments from the party attendants. Thanks to Svetlana for seamless coordination!“

“We left messages for three local event planners and Linda was the only one who returned our call. She met up with us right away and helped us pull together the pieces of our son's wedding. She finalized the vision and was our go to person on the day of, from start to finish, so we could all relax and enjoy the wedding. We used her servers and bartender and she provided some delicious appetizers to accompany the catered buffet. We happily recommend Life of the Party for planning and the day of wedding coordination. Linda and her staff were very personable and professional.“

“What a great find! Chef John recently catered our 80-person wedding - providing appetizers, main courses (buffet style w/ a carving station), and our dessert (a cake / croquembouche combo). Chef John is a seasoned pro and made choosing our menu a breeze. Everything was absolutely delicious, and our guests gave us tons of compliments on the overall experience. Our dessert was the ultimate show stopper - a combination of a traditional American wedding cake and a French pièce montée (croquembouche). We're so fortunate to have found Chef John and had the opportunity to work with him to make this day special. The price was also outstanding given what a traditional catering company would charge, whereas our food was far more elevated and tasted anything like a wedding buffet. Thank you, OC Private Chefs!!!“

“As a wedding coordinator who has had the pleasure of working closely with La Ventura, I can confidently say it's a truly exceptional venue. La Ventura consistently goes above and beyond to curate unforgettable experiences for couples on their special day. What truly sets La Ventura apart is their commitment to personalized service. They understand that each wedding is unique, and they go above and beyond to bring each couple's vision to life. Whether it's customizing menus, accommodating specific requests, or assisting with creative ideas, their flexibility and enthusiasm make the entire journey a joy! The team at La Ventura is the absolute best to collaborate with. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to ensure that every aspect of the event, no matter how intricate, is executed flawlessly. They work seamlessly with coordinators and vendors to create a stress-free planning process for couples. I highly recommend La Ventura to any couple seeking an amazing wedding experience!“

“I didn't know i could LOVE indian food until i visited Kiaan's. Oh my good gravy..... So tasty!!! I do not do spicy AT ALL so appealing to my taste buds can be challenging. Amrit couldn't have been more accommodating and assured me i would be happy. He was right. The chicken curry was my favorite. It was so creamy and smooth and delicious. The naan was perhaps the best i have had...loaded with butter and garlic flavors. The service could not be more excellent; the perfect mix of friendly and prompt and so comfortable. I know the restaurant is owner/ family operated and the attention to detail and care shows. Fine dining complete with white tablecloths and napkins. So very elegant and yet pricing was so reasonable!!I know they are now open 7 days a week and i cannot wait to come back with my husband! Such a wonderful addition to Talega in San Clemente. THE BEST!“

“This is the best meal I've had in south orange county. I'm not kidding. I ordered the BLAT salad. The salad had pickled veggies and a generous portion of pork belly which was a wonderful surprise. Already craving my next one and it's only been a day?“

“What a lovely late lunch experience. Visiting family and arrived late looking for a bite to eat after a long drive. This was perfect, I love the concept of the box, and I ordered the recommended pulled pork (on gluten free bun) with 3 sides (spiced green beans, roasted carrots, seasonal salad). I thought everything was delicious. All the dishes had a home made quality to it which I adored. Vegetables tasted fresh (although carrots and beans were a bit over charred IMO, but the flavor was still yummy). The dressings and sauces complimented their respective dishes. I loved the gluten free bun as it was served warm, and the dough was light and fluffy. If I'm back in the area again I'll definitely be back.“

“This place is much improved, especially in the attitude of the staff (there are still some staffers who are a touch conceited, but minority). Drinks are made well and as quickly as can be when the aim is high quality. Food takes a while, but is worth it. The seating and vibe of the place is chill and good.A change I would like to see is, when ringing in any drink made from the bar, if the cashier would look to the espresso bar and provide an estimation (or disclaimer) on timing of the drink. Even just a "we've a number of orders from the bar, and I want to make sure a five minute wait works with you", etc.“

“Stop reading reviews, start booking your class!TL;DR – Chef Nikki and team are amazing, book your class, bring some wine, enjoy your night of food, fun, and friends. I know me and my family will be back soon!If you’d like to read more, read on…We, a group of 7, booked the Italian Street Foods class to celebrate my mom’s 70th birthday. In her “retirement” my mom has picked up cooking as a hobby, so we thought it would be a fun way to spend an evening and we’d walk away with a little learning and a few recipes to make down the line. We walked away with much more.Food:We were blessed, due to some last minute very stressful circumstances, to have Chef Nikki as our instructor for the evening. We could not be happier with the outcome. Her approach to the menu/recipes for the evening was something like “I don’t follow recipes, even my own are wrong sometimes, they are a guide, not a prescription. Taste all your food along the way, add what you think it needs.” If that isn’t a philosophy you jive with, sign up for a baking course where more precision is required.We made 3 courses of food, arancini, panzerotti, and olive ascolana. Starting with the olives, we were encouraged to taste all the ingredients before, during, and after the cook. That meant eating olives, taking shots of olive oil, snacking on spoonfuls of the filling, and more. The panzerotti and arancini were the same. Try the mozzarella, the basil, the prosciutto. Taste the rice while still cooking, see what it needs. That really opens your eyes to get away from what’s on the page infront of you, and let your senses help make your decisions.Chef Nikki was also very attentive to us all as we cooked. Helping us with even the simplest techniques like basic knife skills and how to cut an onion. For someone like my wife, who never cooks, this helped her to feel perfectly comfortable in the kitchen.At the end of the cook, after we had all sat down and had our fill of fried delicacies and wines, we had a simple demo of the Porchetta. This means I have homework, and I’m looking forward to it.Fun:The class is what you make it. If you’re looking for a pen and paper education, with prescriptions and formulas, maybe this isn’t for you. But if you embrace the kitchen, embrace the people around you, and follow Chef Nikki’s lead, you’re in for a wonderful night.Banter was witty, jokes a plenty, laughs were too many to count. Everyone, or at least I hope everyone, had an amazing evening, even if the food wasn’t all coming out perfectly. Which can be stressful for some.Oh, and Nikki encourages cooking with wine, and I will echo that. A kitchen full of stiffs would be boring as hell. If you need a little encouragement to have a good time, you should do so.Friends:Chef Nikki has big best friend energy. When we arrived we were greeted with warm hugs and genuine smiles. We spoke as if we had been friends for years, even though we’ve only emailed back and forth about the class. The vibe was off the charts.The other “students” for the day quickly adopted the celebratory atmosphere and we cooked like a big family. They happened to have some Italian roots, so it all came a little easier to them than it did to us. The family meal at the end of the session must have gone for an hour of sharing stories, and wine, and more stories.Truly remarkable how food brings people together. Really too bad that we didn’t exchange numbers with our new found friends. Maybe we can catch them at another class in the future.“

“We were hungry for tacos. Food was good, enough to satisfy the hunger. Tacos were small for the $3 per taco, but we enjoyed them. To anyone coming to El Andariego Truck, parking was REALLY HARD to find. Overall, pretty good tacos, great service.Parking: Parking was really hard to find. I ate their at 10:00 p.m“

“Great food and atmosphere,authentic Indian food seriously. Highly recommend you come here and try the food. The service is absolutely fantastic and they are highly detail oriented and provide you real service. By far the best Indian restaurant in Orange County and I would say LA County. The bread is amazing and the desert Gulaab Jamun is just the right amount to give you a sweet taste at the end of your meal. At the end of my photos, you can see the well kept, gorgeously decorated location.Everything is well kept and the tables are very nicely decorated and have nice music and tvs with Bollywood dancing playing just at the right sound level. The chairs also have cute little cushions that aid to back support when sitting down.By far the best Indian restaurant I have tried, and I have tried many!Thanks“

“This place is absolutely great! Good price freshly cooked food...I have to admit i accidentally reviewed this one somehow mixing it up with another place... (That was very disappointing I should add)These people were very friendly, and very helpful as it was our first time, we didn't really know much, they were patient and explained well.We will definitely go back often and highly recommend it!“