The Best American Wedding Caterers in Santa Cruz, CA

The Best American Wedding Caterers in Santa Cruz, CA

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12 Wedding Caterers in Santa Cruz, CA

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MIRTH 

5.0

  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Discover MIRTH—Carmel Valley’s destination for thoughtfully crafted, seasonal food experiences in a relaxed, joyful setting. For years, we’ve delighted guests with catering that makes every gathering memorable. Stop by for fresh grab & go lunches or catch one of our creative pop-ups. We also offer custom menus and personalized service to make your celebrations extra special. Whether you’re hosting, shopping, or enjoying a delicious meal, MIRTH brings together flavor, creativity, and warmth to every moment. Experience the difference today!

From the moment we reached out, the team at MIRTH was incredibly responsive and quick to communicate with us. They worked closely with us to craft the perfect wedding menu, really listening to our preferences and desires. The food they provided on our big day was absolutely delicious - high quality and fantastic value for the price. Our guests raved about the meal, and we felt it was exactly what we were hoping for to make our wedding day special. MIRTH's professionalism and attention to detail ensured the catering went off without a hitch, and we're so grateful for their contribution to making our celebration wonderful.
Gerald J., 2 days ago
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Affordable Chef Services LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $26
  • 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.

Everything went as planned, without a glitch. Professional team!
Shirley, 8 months ago
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Glad Mouf 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Glad Mouf BBQ – Unforgettable Flavor for Your Special Day At Glad Mouf BBQ, we believe every wedding deserves unforgettable food that brings people together. We specialize in craft barbecue with a gourmet twist, featuring the world’s most tender smoked oxtails, melt-in-your-mouth brisket, juicy smoked chicken, brisket tacos —all paired with our legendary sauces. We offer catering with a choice of station-style service with pre-portioned servings or a buffet. Enjoy a special rate of $50 per person for 100+ guests or $75 per person with a 50-guest minimum. Our customizable menu allows you to create the perfect meal for your wedding vision.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Glad Mouf for catering my wedding, and I am so glad I did! From the very beginning, their communication was seamless and professional. They listened carefully to all my needs and provided thoughtful suggestions that made the entire process stress-free. The team at Glad Mouf truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for my special day. The food was absolutely incredible! The oxtail was tender and flavorful, cooked to perfection with a rich, savory sauce that had just the right amount of seasoning. Every bite was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The crab fried rice was another standout—packed with juicy crab meat and a delicious combination of flavors. It was the perfect balance of savory and just the right amount of richness. I’ve had many versions of crab fried rice, but this one was top-tier. As for the overall experience, the quality and value of their work were exceptional. The portions were generous, and the food was served fresh and hot, even though they were catering to a large crowd. Our guests couldn't stop talking about how amazing the food was. Glad Mouf’s dedication to their craft really shone through, and they contributed to making my wedding day even more memorable. If you’re looking for top-notch BBQ and seafood, I highly recommend Glad Mouf. They will elevate any event with their great food and excellent service!
Sakinah P., 6 months ago
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That Girl Can Cook NYC 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Bringing bold flavors and unforgettable experiences to your table, *That Girl Can Cook Catering* is all about crafting mouthwatering dishes that turn every event into a feast to remember. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, we specialize in personalized menus that reflect your unique taste and style.Our goal is to give the client the best service in all aspects. Chef Renee cooks with love, and she sources the freshest ingredients for artfully plated creations, every dish is made with love, passion, and a dash of flair. She enjoys creating menus for her clients that will make them happy.

I had the chance to work with Renee at one of my client's engagement party where she managed the bar and food service for a big swanky summer barbeque. The setup was smooth, her team was incredibly competent, and the bar was a major hit with the guests. While the food for this particular event was casual picnic fare, everything was served efficiently and on time. I've also had the pleasure of trying Renee's hors d'oeuvres at other events, and they were absolutely delicious - she's clearly a talented chef with a great sense for elevated flavors. Her professionalism and ability to manager large crowd really stood out.
Patricia, 4 months ago
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quake catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA

Quake Catering is California's premier catering and food delivery service. We offer services for corporate, private, and weddings. We offer a variety of cuisines all encompassing Bay Area flavors. Some of our most popular options includes our traditional wedding menu, our hibachi option, or our Mexican cuisine. A very popular option for weddings is our dessert bike!

What more can I say…. AMAZING all the way around! I catered my wedding through Quake catering and their hibachi was so delicious! It came with three types of meats(Steak, chicken, shrimp) with their delicious perfectly cooked vegetables and fried rice…. AMAZING!!! I also rented their dessert cart for my desserts. The dessert cart was so adorable and the dessert were out of this world. Their professionalism was top-tier! I would most definitely hire them again to cater all my occasions! Thank you Quake Catering!
Sonia R., 5 months ago
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Americano 

5.0

  • Starts at $90
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees
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Americano 🇮🇹 is a Best of Zola 2025 and 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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, 10 months 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
Chef Jeannette of Chef John's Catering is great to work with and can customize a menu to satisfy any taste. Her food is fresh made - never frozen, boxed or reheated. If you want Italian - she can do it, if you want authentic German - she can do it. Whether you need a casual style taco buffet or a forma sit down dinner Chef John's can handle it. Chef John's is as comfortable doing an intimate in-home dinner for 2 as a casual buffet for 4,000 of your closest friends! From beautiful charcuterie displays to yummy desserts Chef John's provides excellent service and quality for a reasonable cost.
Canto Event Management, 2 years ago
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Tuck-ins 

5.0

  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Santa Cruz, CA for additional fees

Tuck-ins are a roastable, Inside-Out S’more on a stick, each containing a crunchy handmade graham cracker, covered in decadent chocolate, all inside a fluffy marshmallow! Tuck-ins® are available in Classic, Cookies & Cream, and Peanut Butter! Tuck-ins can be given out as favors with guests roasting them at home over a gas or electric stove. You can even have your own roasting station at your event with TerraFlame Fire Bowls available through Tuck-ins!

Awarded Best of Zola
Such a fun, innovative, and different experience to enhance your big day. Delicious flavors and the ability to customize/personalize is great for couples. Excellent customer service and responsiveness too!
Julia Spieler, 4 years ago

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