We used Havana Catering for our wedding and had such a great experience. We ordered the steak…read moreskewers, ropa vieja empanadas, chicken and chayote skewers, mini Cuban sandwiches, twice fried plantains, and corn and pea empanadas. I was so busy during the wedding that I actually didn't get a chance to try the food myself, but afterward I received so many compliments from our guests about how good the tapas were. That alone told me we made the right choice. The delivery was also right on time, and everything arrived still super hot and ready to serve, which I really appreciated. Everything went smoothly, the food was a hit with our guests, and I would definitely recommend Havana Catering for an event.

I used Havana Catering for the first time for my baby shower this past weekend and had a really…read moregreat experience. I had heard of them before because a friend used them for their wedding, and since I plan events for a living, I've worked with a lot of caterers. For my own event though, price mattered a lot, but I still wanted really good food. After reaching out to a bunch of places, I went with Havana because I had tried their food before and their pricing was very reasonable. We ordered full trays of adobo chicken, lechon roasted pork, crispy tofu, paella, sofrito rice, black beans, corn, poblano mac and cheese, and plantains. I did bring in one dish from another restaurant, Jamaican oxtail, just because I know my guests are big foodies. The biggest hits from Havana were definitely the poblano mac and cheese, lechon, and the paella. Honestly, the mac and cheese was the standout. Everyone kept going back for it and I wish I had ordered an extra tray. What really stood out to me though was the delivery experience. The driver called me ahead of time, brought everything in, and set it all up. He opened the trays with gloves, added sauces, arranged everything nicely, and even put out utensils and labels. I've had plenty of catering deliveries before and this was easily one of the best. He was just genuinely kind and went above and beyond, and it made a big difference. Overall, everything went smoothly, the food was great, and I would definitely order from them again.

Rafael's is a Vallejo staple. I threw a birthday party recently and the majority of my guests said…read more"This is Rafael's. Everyone knows them!" That alone says a lot about their reputation. From the moment Frankie and I spoke, the entire process was easy and stress-free. They were great to work with, the setup and breakdown were seamless, and we had more than enough food to feed 120+ guests, with plenty left over. Having Rafael's handle the catering allowed me and my party helpers to focus on everything else instead of worrying about the food. I don't know when I'll be hosting another party this big, but when I do, Rafael's will be my first call. Thank you Rafael's Catering for helping make her day so special!

We've hired Rafael's to cater at least 4 of our last 6 parties, from a guest size of 30 to over 100…read morepeople. The ordering process is simple, the team is efficient, portions are LARGE and they make it easy to modify items, pricing quotes, etc. Delivery and pick up has always ran smooth and the team will assist in packing up all leftovers because there definitely will be plenty. They have delivered to a hall as well as our home, they've set up in our backyard and inside our dining space. They stay communicative with delivery and pick up times, updates and ETAs of arrival. I'd have to say that by now, we have ordered every item on their menu - including the lechon, and we've gotten great feedback from family & friends. Rafael's has set the bar pretty high for quality of food and service. I recommend them to anyone that is planning to host a party and does not want the hassle of cooking, setting up, etc.

Chef Vanessa is amazing!!!! She has been cooking for us weekly for a few months and I cannot say…read moreenough good things about her services. She makes the most delicious food and she is such a pleasure to have over. She loves our puppy as if he were her own . Her meals are so affordable. I am saving so much money with her fresh delicious meals compared to when I was using door dash every night. Book with her immediately!!!

Chef Vanessa and her crew catered my wife's 70th birthday party at our house. She worked with us to…read moredevelop a menu we loved, including seasonal ingredients. Vanessa and her team showed up early, cooked everything from scratch,served a fabulous meal and then packed and cleaned up everything. Left the kitchen spotless with lots of tasty leftovers in the fridge. I highly recommend working with Chef Vanessa and will certainly use her services again!

Chris Wong is truly talented! I hired him for my dads birthday dinner...with all the Covid stuff,…read morehe had to deliver the food (no biggie), but it was still SO DELICIOUS. He was super easy to work with, always got back to me in a timely manner, very professional and friendly. My family and I were very satisfied with the food he cooked. I would absolutely use him again and would definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for an awesome chef/caterer.

I hired Chris for my wedding rehearsal dinner. I am so lucky t have found him. We went to a…read morebrewery and he brought me everything to serve and give to my guests. They food was so amazing and everyone was asking for his information.

We hired Vatos Tacos for our wedding. Yummy food and great to work with. We had some changes a…read morecouple months out from the wedding that we wanted, and they were very responsive at accommodating our requests. They also were able to set out food earlier for our cocktail hour. We got to take home the leftovers and have been enjoying it since! Freezes very well. We also were able to order samples of the food early and throw a taco party for our friends to make sure we liked the food, which helped us to feel super confident and tasted great!

We hired Vatos Tacos to cater a 50th anniversary party in our backyard, and they were fantastic!…read moreThe food was delicious, and everyone absolutely loved the spiked cucumber lemonade punch. The whole setup was professional and seamless, and they were also very reasonably priced -- such a great value for the quality of the food and service. A huge shout-out to Tony and Vinny for being so friendly, accommodating, and wonderful to work with. They helped make the celebration feel really special. We would absolutely hire Vatos Tacos again and highly recommend them for a party or event!

Just to be totally upfront and honest, I have not done a catering order here - BUT - if the food is…read morethe same as the absolutely divine dishes that were served when this location was Connie's Kitchen, then I would 100% make this my first choice if I ever needed one! I used to live nearby when it was a restaurant and fell in love with the meatloaf she made there & I miss it soooo much! I hope this catering business provides the same love and passion that the restaurant did because that secret little gem of a spot was hands down the best food in the county! Love and miss ya Connie!

We had a multi day event at our site and Zandonella's delivered! Whatever you do, you have to…read moreexperience the champagne chicken! It's the most tender and delicious chicken I have ever had that is catered. The fear is that the chicken is usually dry and tough and this was not the case. Everything was generously portioned and seasoned well. They are super professional in that they deliver on time and the food is prepared with great care. Please support this local family business.

I have been getting Delivered by Grace's individual meals and they are amazing! They are allergy…read morefriendly and Amanda is able to tell you the ingredients so you know it's safe for any dietary needs. She also understands the needs of different allergies and food intolerance so you can trust it's accurate. Side note, they are delicious too! I love working with Delivered by Grace!

Amanda was amazing. I had her cater my wedding with delicious appetizers. She has been in this…read morebusiness for a long time and not only knows food but people too. Whether you know exactly what you want or need somewhere to start she will be helpful in all aspects. Plus her food is bomb, pictures don't do her justice!!!!

65th birthday celebration.... formal sit-down dinner in my garden for 35…read more Once again... Napkins Catering came through with a spirited, professional and creative event. During the planning process.... Skot went out of his way... getting the best possible pricing for quality rentals after researching multiple sources. During the event... my oven went on the blink... the "roll with the punches team of professionals" adapted and served an amazing dinner of tray passed hors d'oeuvres ... starter, entree and dessert. Napkins Catering food is always on point.... it's their service that takes it to the next level. My endorsement of this great catering company remains the same... a huge recommendation!

I highly recommend Napkins Catering. Skot and his team catered a baby shower for my family. It was…read morewonderful. The food was delicious and fresh. The team provided excellent service. They are wonderful. Thank you Lex for leading the team and even packing leftovers for my husband when he got back after the baby shower was done. I love Napkins Catering!

We grabbed a few snacks from this food truck at Winterfest Sausalito this past Saturday, before…read morewatching the lighted boat parade. There was no line to order, and it took about 10-15 minutes for our food to be ready. Service was standard and sufficient. We got the small-size seafood paella which was served warm and quite delicious. It came with spanish rice, green beans, calamari, shrimp, and mussels which were overcooked and very tiny in the shells. We also got several empanadas (mushroom with mozzarella, spinach with mozzarella, and garlic shrimp with mozzarella). They were served at room temperature from the display case in the window, and they weren't labeled clearly so we had to bite into each one to figure out which was which. All three flavors were tasty nonetheless. My favorite dish was the order of prawn croquettes which came with salad on the side. These were served hot and freshly made, a nicely seasoned savory and creamy filling with large chunks of shrimp inside, and the breading fried to a perfect consistency. Yummy!

Excellent Spanish empanadas here every Saturday at the Pinole farmers market. They are made…read moreperfectly, nice and crispy and flakey outside cooked to perfection. I've had the chicken and beef both which are bursting with flavor. Not sure the type of cheese used, but it has a strong taste which I really enjoy. They have a nice weight to them and are very filling. I look forward to trying the rest of the dishes they offer.

My husband and I don't write reviews often but Gina and her family deserve all the praise in the…read moreworld. My husband and I are big foodies and our biggest priority was having good food - Elegant Occasions exceeded our expectations in every way. My husband is extremely picky and has never liked the food at any of the weddings he has been to. With Elegant Occasions, not only do they have a vast variety of menus to choose from, but every item we tried was delicious. My husband loved the food and I, to this day, find myself craving our wedding dishes and wish to travel back in time just to enjoy the foods again. To break everything down, they served pre-ceremony fruit waters. Throughout cocktail hour, the staff passed tray appetizers which were all delicious and received so many compliments from all of our guests. We had stuffed mushrooms, a canape, shrimp, and bruschetta. We were busy taking bridal party photos so the staff coming to serve us where we were was life saving! I looked forward to the mushrooms all day long and I was so grateful to be able to eat a bunch. Again, we still receive compliments about the appetizers to this day. For the reception, we had buffet style which was beautifully set up and quite organized for 100 people. We had the chef slicing and serving tri tip and it just elevated the vibe and made it feel so much more luxurious. I can't say enough how tasty the entrees were. They also set out a fruit and vegetable assortment and self serve drink station - everyone was so well fed and there was plenty of food to go around. Truly, I wish I was a guest at our wedding. The food was so memorable. Other than the food, my personal biggest priority was being as stress free as possible. I cannot commend Gina enough for the support and guidance she gave us. We had several meetings where she helped us plan our wedding from decor to timeline and so much more. I had a day-of coordinator but I do feel that Gina was my biggest support. She has been in the business for over 35 years and has helped with over 8,000 weddings so her guidance and experience was much appreciated. She even suggested some decor changes that honestly made everything look much more seamless. About 90% of our decor was done by elegant occasions and it was just so beautiful. Gina also made sure that my husband and I were well taken care of throughout the reception. All in all, the best decision we could have made was going with Elegant Occasions for our wedding. It was definitely well worth it and we would hire them again and again. We also recommend Gina and her family to all of our friends and loved ones.

Oh my gosh, what can I say about Gina, Chef Robert, and their incredible team? From our very first…read moreconversation, I knew we had chosen the right caterer. Gina took the time to thoroughly explain the entire process and was always happy to answer all of my questions and follow-ups. She made us feel confident and taken care of from the very beginning. A couple of weeks before the wedding, we had a final call to review everything in detail and make sure we were all on the same page. Gina's incredible attention to detail is truly what sets her apart. Every little detail was thoughtfully considered, and everything the night of the wedding was executed perfectly. I honestly couldn't have been happier! And then there's the food! Chef Robert's food was fresh, beautifully prepared, perfectly cooked, and absolutely delicious. We received so many compliments from our guests about how wonderful everything tasted. It's no surprise that they've been in business for more than 20 years - they clearly know what they're doing! I would absolutely recommend Gina, Chef Robert, and their team to anyone planning a wedding or special event. They were a pleasure to work with, and I would happily use them again in the future!