50 Best Caterers in San Diego

“EXCEPTIONAL food and service!! I’m convinced Bekker’s is the best catering company in the business in San Diego. I hired them for my wedding and from the initial phone consultation, through planning meetings, and the event itself, I felt completely taken care of by every single staff member. One of the owners, Olga, went over my menu with me in such detail—we were so impressed! Everyone is thoughtful, detail-oriented, kind, and professional. I felt like a priority because they take the time to listen to what you want and offer great suggestions based on their decades of experience! You can trust Bekker’s do an excellent job- the execution of my wedding reception was flawless. A special shout-out to Allison, my day-of wedding coordinator from Bekker’s! She is amazing AND YOU SHOULD HIRE HER AND BEKKER’S for your wedding coordination with Bekker's—BEST decision ever. Thank you to Olga, Allison and the whole team at Bekker’s for making my wedding incredible for me, my husband, and all our guests!!☺️🙏👌“

“We catered food from this place for our daughter's Wedding in San Diego. Tandoori Group's food was delicious in All our events with different varieties it was exceptional experience :) Varun and his team was THE Best Catering Service so professional courteous and they go out of their way to accommodating to our each Event needs. I will Highly recommend Varun and his team for small or large group of any Events, they are the Best in San Diego, CA Area with Best food and Superb Service and professional and friendly Team :) Thank you Varun ...Appreciated your Wonderful Services and Amazing Food“

“Chef Joann was an absolute pleasure to work with. When we first reached out to Chef Joann, she was a little bit out of our price range, but she was able to work with us and our budget in order to be the caterer for our wedding. We went and met Joann and did a food tasting with her and she was so hospitable and nice we knew we had found the caterer for us, not to mention the food was absolutely amazing. Luckily, Chef Joann had worked our venue before so that took all the worries and stress from trying to plan and connect her with our venue and coordinator. She was able to work with us, even through all the craziness of 2020 and we were able to figure out a way to make things work efficiently and safely without jeopardizing the layout or food. The bartenders she was able to bring went above and beyond and really helped to get the party started for our wedding. They were constantly bringing my wife and I drinks as we would be empty handed and socializing with our guests. It was really cool how well the entire crew took care of not only us but all of our guests. With me being the wayI am, I wanted to help Joann and her crew and she would joke with me to be quiet, have fun and get married. It really felt like a family member or close friend was there, had our back and was taking care of us. It was a really cool dynamic and took all the stress out of the day. The food Joann conjures up is not easily put into words. The appetizers she did for the cocktail hour as well as the cheese boards she created for each table were astounding. They were above and beyond anything we had expected. I had guests coming up to me all night commenting on how amazing the cocktail hour was along with the dinner. We are so happy we picked Joann to take control and be a part of our big day. I would highly recommend Joann to anyone who wants amazing a delectable food from someone who is so easy going and easy to work with, you feel like you have known them for years. Thank you Chef Joann and team!“

“As a taco snob, I approve of these tacos!!! From the fresh tortillas, to the great salsas and guacamole. Hire this team and cater a great party!“

“We could not have imagined a better experience than what Bernardo and his team delivered. From the very first moment to the last guest leaving, they exceeded expectations beyond what we even thought possible. Every detail was easy & seamless, every interaction was warm and professional, and the entire day flowed so beautifully because of the care and Bernardo’s leadership. Our guests, our families, and we ourselves were absolutely blown away. The venue itself is stunning and transformed into an absolute dream- with access to the outside! But what truly made it exceptional was the staff’s ability to anticipate needs, problems before we even realized them, and make us feel like we were the only wedding that had ever mattered. They gave us the gift of being able to be fully present on our wedding day, confident that everything was being handled with care. That is something we will never forget. We left with only incredible memories. We are forever grateful.“

“As a wedding planner (Forever Enchanted Events), I was absolutely BLOWN AWAY by the incredible service Personal Touch Dining provided at our last wedding. They sky-rocketed to the top of my preferred vendor list. Each of their staff members truly went above and beyond to ensure the success of the event, all while having great attitudes and working very quickly and efficiently. Starting from the beginning of booking, their communication was fantastic. Brittany, our first point of contact was very thorough and even checked in a week prior to the wedding to make sure we had a back up plan for rain when she saw the possibility in the weather forecast and provided recommendations for tents as well. Melissa, our Catering Manager, was phenomenal and notably friendly, organized, and calm while managing a very large team. I would whole-heartedly trust her and her team with any event. Everything ran smoothly, and she personally checked in with me several times to see if they could offer my own team any additional assistance if they had staff members available. I was truly amazed at the quality of service and the friendliness of EVERY member of their team (especially Evan, Matt, Izzy, Lauren, Melissa, and Brittany) and look forward to working together again soon!“

“Selecting Abbey Catering was one of the best decisions we made for our special day. Initially, we chose their catering services, but after exploring further, we discovered their rental options perfectly matched our needs in terms of quality and price. Seamlessly, they integrated rentals into our package, handling setup to teardown with ease.
The catering experience was exceptional. Abbey guided us through every step, from the fun and delicious tasting (where we struggled to choose favorites among the outstanding options) to customizing our stations. On the wedding day, their team, led by the attentive and skilled Captain Chuck Ferrante, executed our plan flawlessly. They ensured we enjoyed every moment, with plenty of food and drink.
We wholeheartedly recommend Abbey Catering and extend our gratitude for making our wedding day truly unforgettable.“

“Great service! Great price ! They were super professional and the food was delicious. I recommend them for any party or event you are hosting. We will keep them in mind for future events.“

“As a wedding and event photographer, I have the opportunity to work with many vendors, and Snake Oil Cocktail Company truly stands out.
Their team brought an incredible level of professionalism, energy, and creativity to the event. From the beautifully crafted cocktails to their exceptional guest service, every detail was executed flawlessly. They were friendly, engaging, and created a fun atmosphere that guests absolutely loved.
What impressed me most was how seamlessly they worked alongside the entire vendor team. They were organized, punctual, and helped keep the event flowing smoothly while delivering an unforgettable experience for everyone in attendance.
The cocktail presentation was stunning and photographed beautifully, adding an elevated touch to the event. It's clear that Snake Oil Cocktail Company is passionate about what they do and genuinely cares about creating memorable experiences for their clients.
I would happily recommend Snake Oil Cocktail Company to any couple, event planner, or organization looking for outstanding bar service and a team that consistently exceeds expectations. I look forward to working with them again in the future.“

“They truly did provide us with the best day of our lives! We chose Abbey Catering from a list provided to us by our venue, and man it turned out to be one of the best decision we ever made.

They provided so much guidance and the food tasting night hosted by them is a great fun time that really helped with deciding on a menu. When it came to the day of, I swear the food was even better than when we tasted it!

Every single person from the event staff was professional, fun, and did an amazing job. The bar never had a long line, the drinks were strong and well made, service was truly a standout feature of the wedding.

It was really a standout feature of the whole process of planning our wedding with Abbey. It is a full team of people there to help out with anything, and I want to thank them for their guidance, and patience with us.

Another massive feature of Abbey is the vendors they work with. I want to give a huge shoutout to our DJ Abel from The Wedding Entertainment Collective, and Chris from SD Photo Studio. Amazing vendors recommended by Abbey that made a huge impact on how well our day went.

A very special thanks to everyone at Abbey; Will, Chuck, Megan for their amazing support in planning, and selling us on Abbey in the first place! Then a massive thank you to David, our coordinator/event captain. You were so easy to work with, the day went so smooth, and made sure we never lifted a finger or had a single worry all throughout the day. It was all so perfect, you have our eternal gratitude and thanks!

They help us provide the best wedding we could have hoped for, and are constantly being told by our friends and family how fun it was.“

“great sandwich. best in town in my opinion“

“I picked up some ribs and a sandwich for dinner last night and the food was awesome as always. Portions were big enough that I had leftovers. Corbin O'Reilly and Vince always make me feel special!“

“Great food from locally sourced farmers!“

“They offer the most healthy food and their salads are so very beautiful that you definitely want to try! The owners are very friendly and hires family! That’s the part I love most! Dareen Nasser one of the waitresses,is my favorite she’s got the best personality and awesome attitude wen she serves you! Thank You Gourmet Island for an awesome meal! I will definitely be back to try something new!🥰“

“We could not have imagined a better experience than what Bernardo and his team delivered. From the very first moment to the last guest leaving, they exceeded expectations beyond what we even thought possible. Every detail was easy & seamless, every interaction was warm and professional, and the entire day flowed so beautifully because of the care and Bernardo’s leadership. Our guests, our families, and we ourselves were absolutely blown away. The venue itself is stunning and transformed into an absolute dream- with access to the outside! But what truly made it exceptional was the staff’s ability to anticipate needs, problems before we even realized them, and make us feel like we were the only wedding that had ever mattered. They gave us the gift of being able to be fully present on our wedding day, confident that everything was being handled with care. That is something we will never forget. We left with only incredible memories. We are forever grateful.“

“Reliable, Delicious and On time catering services, give Coconut Girl Kitchen a chance!“

“Gather by Oren has catered our regular meeting lunches for a while now, and recently handled a larger event for us. Every experience has been a positive one. The food is genuinely healthier than standard catering without giving anything up on taste — our team actually looks forward to lunch now. They did an amazing job with our event too: everything arrived on time, looked great, and guests kept asking who did the catering.

Highly recommend if you want a caterer who takes both quality and nutrition seriously.“

“I met Marcela and Amina at an industry event recently and they were AWESOME! They have the cutest cart, the most delicious drinks, and best of all - they are just incredibly fun to hang out with! Highly highly recommend for a holiday party, wedding, industry event... seriously anything. Love them!“

“Amazing amazing amazing !! These ladies and gentlemen killed it shout out to fabiola jonathan and Lance for crushing my in-laws birthday stress free always I have used the lime truck in the past and they always follow through with quality and efficiency“

“Excellent and professional customer service! They interacted so seamlessly and efficiently with our guests. Food presentation was beautiful!“

“Alexis Miller and her entire team of kind, joyous, attentive professionals were FANTASTIC!! The menu was exactly what I'd hoped for and received many rave reviews from our guests. Each plate was artistically presented. All the items were delicious and the cupcakes (instead of huge wedding cake) were individually handcrafted with scrumptious toppings and insides were to-die-for!! I would highly recommend them to anyone. I was also very grateful that here prices were very reasonable with exceptional quality 100%! Give them a try.“

“cheese enchiladas to go were very good! Food ready in minutes! good job!“

“The staff are lovely. This is a quaint little place that brings us sweet memories of New York city for me. But boyhood memories for my husband from Puerto Rico. The food was like home cooked love.🥰 Well worth the visit.“

“Some of the best sandwiches in San Diego.“

“Great service, and a nice atmosphere. Excellent lunch specials at only $8.99. Choice of two entrées, served with naan and a drink. Delicious food at an unbeatable price.Overall experience was excellent. Will definitely be back!“

“These coconuts were an amazing addition to our event! At the end of an amazing hike, nothing beats a fresh coconut :) The guests were so excited and happy to have this bonus, and we're excited to work with Harrison and his team again. Definitely an amazing treat option to consider for your next event that screams tropical / socal!“

“Been enjoying gourmet crème brûlée from The Brûlée Bar for years. We love the creativity and flavors they come up with. And the prices are good as well. Don’t miss an opportunity to try them at your local farmers market.“

“Love that they use all the authentic ingredients in a Philly Cheesesteak“

“We had an outstanding experience with this catering team—they truly made our event spectacular. The food was absolutely amazing, with every dish reflecting exceptional quality and care. Beyond that, their service was just as impressive. The attention to detail, professionalism, and overall execution were evident from start to finish.

Everything ran smoothly, and it was clear they take great pride in what they do. We’ll definitely be using them again in the future. Really appreciate all the effort that went into making our event so memorable!“

“Brigette made the catering part of our wedding plans super easy. She communicated with us clearly and followed up in a timely fashion whenever we had questions. They also at last minute, took on cake cutting! Niko, Sean and Scott were so professional the day of my reception and were just so friendly and just a pleasure all around. The food was amazing. I'm not a baked bean kinda gal, but I have to say these are by far the best ones I've ever tried. The jalapeños really added to them ?. The tri-tip was delicious and the chicken was juicy!
So the cake cutting was a fun one... they were so worried about cutting it wrong but they did great! We highly recommend them!“

“My wife and I worked with Four Seasons for our Wedding at the Thursday Club. They came highly recommended and did not disappoint. We got to sample all our preferred main courses, the salad, and an appetizer.

Sierra and Billy were incredibly transparent throughout the contract process and helped us select services and options which were exactly what we wanted within our budget. She was quick to help us make changes throughout the run up to the wedding.

On the day of the event, they were flawless. The bar service had signature cocktails ready for our guests as soon as cocktail hour started and the guest all had rave reviews about the bar. The food was phenomenal - everyone was thrilled with the fish taco appetizer. I had the salmon and pasta vegetal, both were excellent.

Could not recommend these folks enough for your catering.“

“Not bad for a $7 burger. It was VERY saucy. If you don't like sauce being the main thing you taste maybe try to ask for it on the side or get a double. The single does not stand up to the sauce and I like to taste the meat and cheese up front and then the sauce personally. The order process is pretty nuts you order from them online and pay them through Venmo or cash at pickup. Then you message them on Instagram when you arrive. They are basically renting a kitchen and you pick it up there.“

“I’ve been going to Green Leaf Cafe for a while now since it’s near the building where I work, and it’s consistently great. The staff is always friendly, efficient, and welcoming. Over time they’ve even learned my name, which makes the experience feel a lot more personal.

The food is always solid, the coffee is excellent, and they’re super quick getting everything ready even during busy times. It’s one of those spots that just makes your day a little better. Definitely recommend checking it out if you’re in the area.“

“I got to enjoy his pizza today at a popup at the Loma Club in liberty station. Words can not express how delicious the pizza is truly one of the best pizzas I've ever had. would be phenomenonal for weddings or events once we can have events again. I hope you get a chance to try this pizza.“

“Recently hired for a corporate event I hosted at the Ultimate SkyBox and it was a seamless experience. The food was delicious and high quality- but with an affordable price tag (e.g. mini lobster rolls)! All of the staff we're a pleasure to work with and Matt from the sales team made the whole thing so easy!! Would definitely reach out to Giuseppe again for any catering needs in SD.“

“What a sight - seeing the freshly tossed pizza come out of the wood fired oven just made the pizza taste even better. Sean and his crew served up delicious pizza at my buddy’s kid’s birthday party. The kids loved the cheese and pepperoni pizzas. The adults loved the spicy pizza and the veggie pizza. The ingredients are fresh and the flour is imported from Italy. I strongly recommend Pacific Pizza. Sean is so chill and his pizza skills are an art form.“

“I have ordered this beautiful charcuterie board for my son's birthday party and was surprised by how lovely and high quality it was. It became a huge hit at my party! The owner, Tara, has been super polite and attentive to all my requests. She listened carefully and adjusted the board based on my needs beautifully. The quality of the meat, veggies and dips were superb. I will come back over and over again to order for other occasions.“

“I recently had the pleasure of hosting a house party and booked Taco Picasso. I can confidently say it was an extraordinary experience from start to finish. My guests LOVED it! First and foremost, the food was nothing short of amazing. Each taco was a burst of flavor, with perfectly seasoned meats and fresh, vibrant toppings. The menu offers a delightful variety, catering to all taste preferences. Whether you're a fan of classic carne asada, tangy al pastor, or crave something more adventurous like their mouth-watering fish tacos, every bite was pure bliss. The ingredients were evidently fresh, and the craftsmanship in each taco was apparent. But what truly elevated the experience was the impeccable service. The combination of phenomenal food and outstanding service creates an unforgettable dining experience. I can't recommend it highly enough and will certainly be booking their services for more of their delectable tacos. Thank you Ornela!“

“If you are looking to support a FABULOUS group of women and have the best margaritas of your life then look no further than Bella Beverage!!! They were absolutely amazing, and if I had a dollar for everytime a guest told me how wonderful the drinks and service was - I would splash all that cash do my wedding all over again. They are incredibly efficient which meant that our guests never had to wait long to get a beverage (something that was very important to us for our day). No matter the event, you will be in wonderful hands with this team.“

“Brie Mine Bham made a beautiful Charcuterie box for me to send to a grieving family who had just lost their dad / husband to cancer. I really appreciated the quick turnaround and attention to detail in making the box look gorgeous! Super easy to order and Katie was just wonderful to work with! Will definitely order from her again!“

“Great pizza!! This location is very convenient, quick and the pizza is amazing!! Our whole family loved it. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a new place to order from! We will definitely be back!“

“Excelent food and service !!!“

“Gigi and the De La Vina team are INCREDIBLE! They were able to create the most memorable high-end brunch (with limited noticed) and took care of every detail to make for a flawless event.

I was thrilled with the outcome and received so many compliments from guests.“

“We recently ordered food from Mumbai Food Corner for a party. Food was just like homemade - delicious. While every dish was wonderful, our guests loved the Vada pav and Pav Bhaji even more. Spice level was appropriate for adults and kids. Their menu has a very wide variety of items to order from. They even suggested how much food would be sufficient for our group of party and it served well! Very authentic people to deal with. Would highly recommend Mumbai food corner!“

“Total professionalism, wonderful menu choices, FABULOUS FOOD!!!“

“Doing a great service creating smiles for everyone.“

“it was really good I enjoyed it“

“Great place to have partys from“

“Had a sweet tooth, was driving past & I made my husband drop me off because I only saw the word “bakery.” So glad I came up on this place in a whim!!! I had the best Pecan Sandies I’ve ever had and a delicious peanut butter cookies dipped in chocolate. The man at the counter was very nice and offered so many suggestions. I will definitely be back to try more of their baked goods!“

“We walked around old town and were on our way to the truck and came across the sign for this ice cream place. It’s located way in the back by casa de Fred’s (now closed). My daughters loved it. Didn’t get the guys name but very friendly.“