We can't say enough wonderful things about Dawn and Marty. They are such a wonderful team to work with and helped our wedding day go off without a hitch. I was a rather high maintenance client (I'm gluten free and we have several nut allergies in our family as well), so we needed to make sure everyone had something delicious to eat. They were more than willing and able to make this happen which was such a huge relief! The whole process of working with Marty and Dawn was just fantastic. We LOVED doing the tastings (I think we may take them up on a repeat visit... :)), the menu planning process was just fabulous. We actually had a hard time narrowing down our options because EVERYTHING was amazing! Seriously -- amazing. Marty is so creative and incredibly talented. We received so many compliments on our wedding day food (really as soon as things started coming out people couldn't believe how amazing the food was), and have received several compliments since the day as well. I would fully recommend Aurora and Marty and Dawn to anyone who needed a catered event. They're a fabulous team and so incredibly wonderful to work with. read more

My husband and I have been hosting our annual Christmas Party for the past seven years. Last year the catering company we used retired. Dawn was my photographer at our wedding and I knew that her husband Marty ran a catering company. I called Dawn and she was so responsive. She came out to the house and made recommendations for our Menu. I was very impressed by how professional and helpful Aurora catering conducted their business by email, phone and written communication. On the day of the Party Dawn arrived with the Chef and the servers who were wonderful. I just knew that I did not have to worry as they seemed so organized and knew just what needed to happen to make our guests happy. We went with six appetizers and two entrees and sides. Everything was delicious and the presentation was perfect! All of our friends kept commenting on how much they loved the food. They sent me text messages saying that the food was a huge improvement from previous years! I highly recommend Aurora Catering and will be using them again for our annual parties! Thank you so much Dawn & Chef Marty. I loved doing business with you. read more

My husband and I are Virginia transplants to the Bay Area, and decided to hold our 150 person wedding reception at the Log Cabin in the SF Presidio this past April 2015. At age 40, and 38 respectively, we have attended numerous weddings over the years and knew that hiring our caterer would be the most important decision of the wedding. Not only is the catering service inherently the most costly of all the vendors, it's the most demanding of all of the services. That said, five weeks later we are still receiving compliments on the food, and are overjoyed to write this review of Aurora Catering. Dawn is the primary business and hospitality interface, while Marty, her husband, is the culinary mastermind. It's immediately evident that their marriage to one another is uniquely founded upon their deep personal passions for food and hospitality, which fundamentally translates in to their business. They have more than just skin in the game. They have their marriage and that is where their magic comes in to play and can't be duplicated. As an Italian-American bride, with a family history for food appreciation, it was important that guests attending the event experience a memorable meal, from Hors d'Oeuvres through dessert. The food was our way of communicating our love for our guests, to feel nourished, satiated, delighting in the tastes and aromas in celebration of our marriage. I suppose our love language is food! If that's not a big order, and easily the highest pressure job to get right, customized to our liking I don't know what is! From the onset, Dawn and Marty came to the table inherently understanding our passion, as they took on the even heavier burden and passion to get it right. And they delivered! For Dawn and Marty, it's very personal. Dawn and Marty want you to experience their work product first hand. We were invited to meet them at a live event where it was immediately evident that they bring such JOY and LOVE to their work. Further,, we found it enlightening to learn how much goes in to the work behind the scenes, and learned that you should want to know about the catering STAFF who were awesome and happy to be working for Marty and Dawn. Marty is the chef. I've never met someone so wildly passionate about food, and the culinary creative process. Marty was so excited to talk about food and his experiences it was contagious. Marty is energetic, and absolutely delightful. I will tell you this: Marty absolutely will not compromise on the quality of his product. He stands by the product and understands that the product is EVERYTHING. If the product is anything less than optimal, he will simply not offer it. He wants only the best for his clients. The food speaks for itself. As mentioned in other reviews, it was a real pleasure to visit Marty and Dawn's home for our personal chef's tasting. Marty's creative passion is limitless, as evidenced by the 20 different offerings he prepared during the tasting. Just remember, Marty will be a stickler for quality product, so expect only the most fresh and highest quality ingredients in his food Marty's bountiful, delightful, fun loving nature and enthusiasm is balanced by Dawn's intensely peaceful presence. Why is this important? There was such an adrenal and sensory overload amidst the intense outpouring of love that swept over us when we entered our reception, in combination with witnessing all the months of planning transpire before my eyes, It turns out that I needed.... To be calmed. In those moments, nothing brought me more peace than being quietly greeted by Dawn at the Sweetheart table, with the table setting gorgeously displayed and executed. It was a tremendous gift to see it all and take it all in. Somehow, Dawn's presence gave me a distinct sense of ease in their work, and ease to enjoy the night we were about to embark upon. One of our requests was that Marty duplicate my grandfather's Italian red sauce which we had with penne pasta, meatballs and with a brined chicken parmesan. It was everything I had hoped for, but more importantly, it won the approval of the most discerning critics, my uncles and Italian American family. We also selected a carving station of filet minion, served by Marty himself, which yielded the best piece of steak I've ever cut in to in my life, again a testament to Marty's fierce selection of quality product, and perfect preparation. Marty accompanied the fillet with a creamy, horseradish sauce. This was a marshmallow quality creamy.... Insanely light and fluffy, literally like a cloud. It was all outstanding. Dawn also handled our rental services given the Log Cabin is basically a shell requiring all services be provided. That said, the linens were gorgeous and surpassed my expectations. If only Mary and Dawn didn't have such demanding occupations because they are people we want to continue to know in our lives! read more

So, you're hosting an event and find yourself in need of a catering company. You'll probably do the usually, search on Google for "Bay Area Caterers" and get a number of results, some of which get decent rankings, and then carefully read through 20-30 yelp reviews, and then set out to call/email each with your event details. It all seems very daunting. Well, allow me to save you some time and effort. All you need to do is call Dawn & Marty at Aurora. They catered a family event for me in December and I cannot recommend them enough. Dawn not only coordinated the menu selection, to our budget and dietary requirements, but was also the main interface with venue and liaised with the florist and party supply companies...both of which were recommendations from Aurora. The results were stellar. It was like this amazing one-stop-shop for an amazing event, with Dawn being an absolute pleasure to work with, and Marty's food being over-the-top delicious. My family is still talking about the evening and Aurora made the holiday meal so incredibly special. So, why are you even still reading this?...you should have been on the phone booking them by now. read more

I was organizing a big (for me) event and I wanted a thematic menu. It could have been very gross, but I was told that Chef Marty was quite creative and would be stoked to attempt it. In the run up Dawn was very helpful. My guests just raved about the food. It was not only perfectly and cohesively on theme, it was delicious. The whole crew was friendly and the evening went by way too fast. If they tell you it'll be good, trust them. read more

Marty and Dawn are super friendly and laid back, not at all pretentious. Marty is clearly a lover of all things food, especially seasonal food. He does some very nice appetizers that incorporate both sweet and salty flavors. If you're in the market for a caterer, especially in the East Bay, give Aurora a call and have a chat with them. If you like what they have to say, set up a tasting and see for yourself what they have to offer. That's what we did, and it was lots of fun. A casual and laid back setting, a variety of bites, some wine, and some great conversation. They did charge us a fee for the tasting, which is refundable should you hire them, but considering the variety of food we ate, it was worth it. Much cheaper than a tasting menu, or even going out for tapas for that matter. We left very full and satisfied. We ended up hiring a different caterer for our event, but Aurora came in a close second. They gave us a very competitive quote, but we ended up going with someone else who we thought was a better fit for our specific event. read more

Been to a couple of events and parties catered by Aurora and the never disappoint. The staff is super friendly and attentive. The food is superb and they have awesome decor. They are definitely affordable and accommodating. Next time I have an event or someone I know had an even I will definitely contact Aurora. read more

Dawn and Marty are simply divine. They catered my wedding in July and made the whole process a breeze, and created a beautiful and inspired end product. Dawn's attention to detail and patience with an, admittedly, overwhelmed and bananas bride was unparalleled. She listened to my scattered ideas and helped me organize my vision in such a way that our wedding was truly ours. Marty was the man behind the apron and he was a dynamo as well. The food was simultaneously low-key, creative, and delicious. Marty not only reinvented the BLT (which sounds impossible but I kid you not) and makes the meanest pork belly slider you'll ever taste. They are truly, truly a dynamic duo. 5 stars and then some. read more

I have attended a few parties that were catered by Aurora catering. AND all I can say the food is ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Dawn and Marty are creative and make one of the most unique and flavorful dishes I have ever had.I recommend them for any event needed they really will make your evening unforgettable! If its a wedding or holiday party you should choose Aurora Catering they are the best!!! Thank you for the awesome service you provide! read more

I'm a professional wedding planner, and I deal with many caterers and other vendors on a daily basis. Aurora Catering is by far one of the best companies I've had the pleasure to work with. Dawn and Marty are reliable, professional, and also fun! Their food is creative, delicious, and fairly priced. They have wonderful, helpful staff. They can work with you if you have tons of ideas, or if you don't even know where to start. Their warm and collaborative style is perfect for being part of a team of vendors to make your event run perfectly, and they are adept at being leaders or team players, as needed. They make amazing food, and can also provide staff, rentals, and event consultation, and they do it all seamlessly. Part of their genius is really understanding event flow and how to know what guests will need, but also to plan for contingencies. I heartily recommend Aurora Catering! read more

I just got married a few weekends ago, and Aurora was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. We did two tastings with Aurora, both of which were delicious and informative. Dawn helped us with many aspects of our wedding day planning to help things to smoothly, and Marty crafted a delicious menu for us that included Filipino lechon with a blueberry sauce that guests are still raving about. We had many guests at the wedding who are quite particular about food, and everyone was more than pleased. Dawn and Marty are very down to earth and easy to work with, and they really put their hearts and souls into their craft. Also, the catering staff is phenomenal! They kept bringing food and drinks for my husband and I on our wedding day, and were extremely friendly and accommodating to all of our guests. I cannot thank Aurora enough, and would recommend them to anyone! read more

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We thank you for hosting a wonderful cocktail hour with tasty hors d'oeuvre and a magical wedding reception. Our guests love the food and the service on our wedding. We had Aurora catered a buffet style reception on our wedding and it was very well executed with classy ambiance. Dawn the coordinator was very well organized and keep us on track before the wedding on what we need to bring/rent since we were using our custom made dinning ware. On the day of the event, her team set up the reception area just the way we wanted without disturbing the wedding ceremony. Thank you for your hard work. As for the food, Chef Marty did a fascinating work to deliver everyone the rib eye and artic char with perfection. He was also very accommodating to our comment/suggestions and adjust the food accordingly. Amazing job well done. Thank you all for your hard work and made our wedding possible. It was magical and we loved it!!!!! read more

Dawn, Marty and their staff were great to work with and were a huge part of making our wedding such a wonderful experience. The level of service they provide is worth every (very fairly priced) penny. Our experience with Aurora was amazing, from our initial tasting where Marty and Dawn's knowledge, enthusiasm, and warmth shown through, up thru the wedding day when Marty surprised my Mother and Aunt with a tasty treat from their hometown when he found out they all grew up in the same city in Wisconsin! The food was raved about on the dance floor. The staff went above and beyond throughout the day, and our experience with Aurora could not have been better from start to finish. If anyone is ever looking for a caterer in the bay area they will be the first name on my list of recommendations. read more

I can't say enough great things about Aurora Catering. They catered our wedding this June (2015) and the entire experience, from planning to food to service was excellent! Trying to find a caterer in the Bay Area can be overwhelming. Dawn and Chef Marty came highly recommended to me and I am so glad I listened to my coordinators advice. Our wedding had 250 people and was at my in-laws home, which means we had to rent EVERYTHING. Dawn thought of every last detail as they had to bring in an entire kitchen! Dawn was so organized and helpful as I had no idea where to begin with all of the rental needs. She visited the site multiple times to make sure we weren't missing anything. She is also very attentive to her e-mails and phone calls; despite her busy schedule she always made me feel like a priority. Dawn was also extremely considerate of our budget. Having a wedding at a private home brings about a lot of unexpected costs and Dawn was always understanding and helpful in finding ways we could save. Even after the wedding, she kept track of all of our rentals to make sure we weren't overpaying for anything and even finding areas where we deserved a refund. She truly went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and I am incredibly grateful. Even more than their amazing planning skills, the food was amazing! The tasting was one of our favorite memories of the entire planning process. Both Dawn and Marty were incredibly generous with everything they let us try and are truly a joy to be around. Chef Marty has an amazing passion for his food and it definitely comes out with what he makes. At our wedding we served everything family style and our guests are still raving about the food! Chef Marty asked us what our favorite food was and wanted to make sure we had exactly what we wanted for our wedding day. We had bacon wrapped filet, chicken in a lemon and white wine sauce, summer ratatouille and truffle mac and cheese. It was all delicious! Finally the Aurora service was great. They were so accommodating to my family and all of our guests. People don't typically remember the service from a caterer but I had friends come up and tell me how polite and friendly everyone there was. Having friendly and attentive service makes a huge difference for any event and Aurora has a fantastic team. I highly recommend Aurora Catering for your next event, big or small. Both Dawn and Marty are truly gifted in what they do and we are so thankful to have had them apart of our Wedding. Thank you Aurora! read more

We are thrilled to review these amazing caterers. The food was absolutely delicious. The staff was outstanding! And the planning was so easy. Each food item was created with care and attention. Not only did it taste great but it was gorgeous as well. The staff arrived early, were so friendly, and left my kitchen sparkling clean. Every guest at my wedding raved about the food and the service. It was a perfect night all around. I would use Aurora Catering again in a heartbeat! read more

We were impressed with Aurora Catering! We used them for our first time last weekend for a small grad party. They were so helpful, responsive, and the food was delicious. A number of our guests commented on the food, especially the BBQ beef with rolls. I'd definitely recommend Aurora to others, and plan to use them again in the future. Thank you! read more

I had the pleasure of working with Dawn for a local non profit event back in February. She is wonderful, kind, and just a delight to work with. The Aurora catering staff were simply top notch at the event - the service level was way beyond my expectations, and the food was fantastic. Given we are a non profit with a limited budget, Dawn worked with us to provide a first class experience that fit within our budget. There were some nice touches that really topped off the experience - the lead server presented me with a personalized take home treat on the night of the event, and some weeks later we received a very clever small token gift in the mail. I can't speak highly enough of Dawn and Aurora Catering. read more

Aurora went above and beyond to make sure our wedding went smoothly AND tasted delicious. We didn't hire a wedding planner, but honestly, we didn't need to with Dawn's amazing attention to detail and forethought. She made sure we thought of everything and helped us make it happen, from soup to nuts (and rentals!!). The food was delicious, and Marty was so accommodating, making tweaks the menu to fit our tastes. Thank you! read more

Aurora Catering has become my family's go-to for amazing, affordable and generous meals during shelter-in-place. Dawn and Marty have made it easy to serve scrumptious, bountiful dinners to my family by offering a wonderful variety of meals, five days a week for pick up or delivery. This week, on Thursday we enjoyed beef bourguignon - cooked perfectly with incredible flavor and depth, along with rice with flavor that was out-of-this-world, and lovely grilled asparagus. Then, on Saturday (meal picked up Friday), we had the tastiest short ribs that melted in our mouths, with hearty mashed potatoes and endless broccoli. Both meals heated up perfectly. Each meal also comes with the best homemade rolls our family has had, as well as dessert of mouthwatering brownies or moist and yummy cookies. The portions are quite generous and the food was restaurant quality. Pick up was easy and socially distant. The price was quite affordable, and they even offer a donation option to provide meals to low-income seniors - which we've been happy to do each time. These meals with Aurora are a win-win-win! Next week, we have already ordered two more meals and can't wait to try them. These will be the highlight of our weekly dinners and I certainly know where I'll go for my next catering need. Thanks, Dawn and Marty! read more

We ordered bbq chicken dinner yesterday. It included tantalizing salad, sweet corn on the cob, potato salad, green beans and chocolate chip cookies for dessert. The presentation was wonderful. Every bite was scrumptious. My husband and I felt like we were eating at a lovely cafe instead of at home. Try Aurora Catering. You'll be glad you did. I know we are! read more

The local rotary donated food from Aurora Catering to some of our local fire stations. The food was absolutely amazing, the delivery was on time. The chicken and potatoes were absolutely amazing, all we had to do was cook the food. I highly recommend using them for your Christmas and New Year's dinners/other events, they are absolutely amazing. read more

There are not enough positive adjectives to describe the experience of working with Dawn, Chef Marty and their team. When we began the plans for our backyard wedding one of the first things we wanted to get right was our choice in catering. We had 3 different tastings with Aurora because all of their food was so good. They were excellent at collaborating with us and advising us in our final menu selections. Dawn is also very knowledgeable about event planning and is connected with many other excellent vendors with whom she put us in touch. On the day of our wedding they took over our kitchen and instantly became members of our family - taking amazing care of us. At the end of the night, they left our kitchen and home in pristine condition. Our wedding guests raved about the delicious and beautifully served food as well as the friendly and professional staff. Look no further than Aurora Catering to make your event magical! read more

I was at a wedding above Castro Valley last weekend where these people did the dinner and desserts...I have been to many, many catered functions (I'm old...racking up parties is one of the perks!!) and I have to say that what was served was outSTANDING!! It was a mostly veggie function (I'm not) and what Dawn and Martin came up with was a perfect balance, one dish better than the next. They did a turkey but that was the only meat outside of a couple apps. The 'dressing' was a Farro Risotto with cornbread and I don't know how they did the rich gravy without a touch of carne. Beets, kale, green beans and sweet potatoes all savory and just wonderful. I also was delighted to have Martin share how he made the dishes!! (Sweet potato secret was Alice Water's cilantro and lime juice additions!! that one's going on my Thanksgiving table FOREVER ) If I could give them SIX stars, I would...generous and delicious, all of it...and both of them!! ps...the folks they brought to help were also great, pitching in where ever needed!! Caterers can be so problematic...these were The Cream!!! read more

Aurora really is the strong force of pulling the successful wedding we just worked together recently. Dawn (the wedding manager) and Laura (the event manager) are both really pleasant and, in general, go above and beyond to accommodate requests. Dawn would voice her concerns immediately if she sees anything that could cause hiccups to the flow of the event. That makes all the details crystal clear with us, the wedding coordinators! I have to take a moment and just say that I'm absolutely smitten with Dawn, who manages to balance the business of managing our clients' wedding with the utmost professionalism along with good humor and sweetness. On the day of the wedding, the entire Aurora team was there and played all their parts perfectly. The Aurora team was always on hand to bring the bride & groom water/sustenance and they were never intrusive. The food was hot and the steak and salmon were perfectly cooked. The couple couldn't have asked for a better caterer for their wedding. We will miss working with you guys but know in the future who to use for any big event. Much love to the Aurora Team! read more

Aurora Catering is Amazing (with a capital A)! They catered our September 2014 wedding and the entire experience from start to finish was excellent. Trying to find a caterer that offered options beyond 'protein in sauce' in our budget was a challenge, but Chef Marty went above and beyond, offering lots of beautiful, appealing, tasty options, while still keeping within our budget. Dawn was so much help, guiding me through the layout and rental process & coordinating with the site manager. I'm so grateful to both of them. Thank you, Aurora Catering! read more

I hired Aurora Catering for a corporate event - an elegant retirement party for a senior colleague. Let's start with the food as that should probably be your first point of comparison. The food was fantastic. Dawn helped me select a menu for the event that was diverse, interesting, and what one would expect to see given the nature of the event of the attendees. We selected an elegant tasting menu that included salmon, tuna tartare, lamb and platters that included hearty cheeses, meats, vegetables and other fare. It was very important to me that each item tasted good hot, at room temp, and cold as the evening continued. I tasted every item at the event. Each were great. Chef Marty prepared some of the items before the guests. Guests were able to see a lot of the items prepared fresh. Most importantly, the feedback I received matched my own - guests commented on how great the food tasted and was presented. My favorite was the tuna tartare on a blue corn chip - great tasty and super fresh Cost. Aurora was competitive and fair. I looked at three different competitors and all were roughly about the same. Aurora was cost effective and the amount of food was appropriate given the event. I felt very comfortable with the price paid for the service received. Professionalism. Aurora is a small business, and Dawn has it WELL in hand. I can tell that she cares about the details. She is clearly an experienced manager and pays attention to the details. She checked in regularly during the event, rolled with the punches (events can throw curve balls), paid particular attention to the guest of honor and knew when to stop service briefly for the program element of the party. Anticipating these needs is what makes the difference. Dawn, Marty and their staff were professional in appearance and demeanor. They looked great (yes, sorry that's important) and service was seemless. Dawn was IN CONTROL during the entire event making sure it ran without a hitch. In short, I would hire Aurora again. read more

Dawn helped me plan within my budget, threw in some surprise extras and had nothing but professional staff. My party guests raved about the food and service. Lindsay the manger helped solve an issue an hour before my event when some of our linens were missing. I felt like nothing missed a beat. Everything ran so smooth. They kept my guests well fed and never thirsty. The presentation was beautiful and the wait staff improvised with the serving dishes I brought and my coffee and bar set up that I supplied. The hit seemed to be the pork belly sliders with apple slices. Yum! read more

We hired Aurora Catering for my milestone birthday party in my back yard at the end of August. Dawn and Marty were wonderful to work with, were very easy to communicate with during the planning, and even came to the house to bring us a tasting menu a few weeks before the party. It is clear that they both love what they do. The food was superb, and the service outstanding. All of our friends loved every bite, and everyone took home Marty's business card that night. We felt so relaxed and pampered that I actually got to mingle with friends and enjoy my party! The only negative - there wasn't enough food left over for us to enjoy the next day. Everyone ate it all! read more

Aurora did a wonderful job for our 50 person reception. Marty and Dawn prepared a tasting beforehand, where they offered a variety of options for us to try. They have an inventive and flavorful repertoire of foods that they can offer. They are also very flexible with the mix of selections and how they are presented. Everything went smoothly on the day of the reception. The staff did a great job. the food was ready on time and was fantastic. We'd recommend them again! read more

Dawn is fabulous! I had Aurora cater a 50th Anniversary party for my parents. My family has high maintenance food needs, and Aurora was able to accommodate all of them -- including gluten free/vegan options. Food was yummy and Dawn's attention to detail is spectacular. She coordinated a tent rental as well as tables, linens and table settings. The party was a success with no glitches whatsoever. Thank you, Dawn and Marty. And chef Robert who was great fun! read more

Marty and Dawn did an amazing job (as usual) with our recent gallery opening! Marty's delicious and creative single bite creations which were passed by their wonderfully engaging staff were perfection and had everyone talking (and nibbling). I would never hesitate to recommend Aurora Catering to anyone whether planning a smaller gallery opening or an elaborate wedding. They are fabulous at what they do as well as being genuinely good people. read more

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Dawn and Aurora Catering were incredible to work with! We used their services for one of my company's year end benefit galas and they did not disappoint. Being a non-profit, we did not have a very large budget to go off of but Aurora was able to pull together an incredible spread of passed and stationary appetizers working with what we did have. Dawn went above and beyond to ensure the success of our event and truly helped keep things organized. I would 100% use their services again! read more

Aurora catering was 1 of the 5 caterers we were considering. They were the first tasting and we knew instantly that they were the correct choice. Not only was the food delicious but Marty and Dawn understood what our needs were for our event. They were both very accommodating and provided very helpful recommendations throughout the process. Our guests had very complimentary things to say about the food and the staff was very friendly and professional. We definitely look forward to working with them again. read more

I can't put into words how wonderful our experience with Aurora Catering was! From the very first moment we met Dawn and Marty- we knew we were in good hands. Their food is out of this world, Dawn is unbelievably organized and easy to work with, and their staff was so professional. I would 100% recommend them to anyone looking to have a hands off approach to their catering. Planning a wedding is stressful as it is, I wanted someone I knew could handle even the smallest details and Aurora is the best- they took care of EVERYTHING!! I would call them again for any events I have in the future. Thank you Dawn and Marty for helping to make our wedding PERFECT! You are the best! read more

Dawn and Marty (Auroura Catering) catered the reception after the memorial service for my husband. They were so helpful and responsive in planning the menu and all details. The day of the service, the crew showed up and had the room set up in no time. They were professional, efficient, personable and engaged with our guests. I knew I didnt have to worry about anything and was able to focus on the service and our guests. Did I mention the food was delicious ? I cant thank them enough for making they day memorable. read more

Every year my company host an annual BBQ. This is our 2nd year using Aurora Catering, Dawn and the crew are awesome! They're very professional, they provide beautiful setups and the food taste great! The cooks and servers are very proactive, keeping food filled and food stations tidy. They are also very resourceful, they had no problem turning our warehouse/Garage space into a wonderful BBQ company event! I love the staff, they come with the best vibes making service that much better! Aurora Catering makes catering my company events a breeze, I highly recommend their services. read more

Dawn and Marty are a great team, she's the mastermind behind the decor and event planning while Marty works his magic in the kitchen! I have used them for many occasions, from an informal housewarming party (western themed) with one of the dishes being pulled pork sandwiches (KILLER) to most recent my office Christmas Party, where we had passed appetizers, a buffet for dinner, and passed desserts! I can assure you they will not disappoint! Another great thing about Aurora Catering is that they are Eco-friendly!! read more

Aurora Catering is fantastic! They catered multiple meals for several back-to-back meetings for my organization in early November 2015, including our Board of Trustees meeting. Our Board and other attendees are no easy crowd to please, with multiple food allergies and special food preferences among the group. Aurora handled it professionally and with ease. All of our special requests were met and the food was delicious. Dawn is incredibly organized and eager to please. We will use Aurora for all future catering needs in the San Francisco area. read more

Dawn and the Aurora catering team were great to work with. They catered an event at our office in Downtown Oakland and helped us think through the best set up and the most efficient way to partner for the event. The food was delicious and the whole process of working with Dawn and Aurora Catering was enjoyable. read more

We originally found Aurora Catering while searching for companies in the Bay area that would suit our needs and budget. Within a day or two we were contacted by Dawn at Aurora and immediately felt like our search was over. She promptly provided us with a list of their services and menu including all of the price ranges to help us make our decision. The variety of their menu along with their ability to tailor their services to our needs won us over. Though we had a small wedding reception of only 35 people, we had a few particular requests that needed special attention. Aurora Catering were very attentive from the start and helped us to develop a menu that would work well with our parties diverse requests. Upon meeting with Dawn at our reception location, she went above and beyond what I would have expected from a typical caterer by surveying the property while giving us very useful suggestions to help stage the proper event. She was very patient and diplomatic in a time when we weren't quite sure as to how to arrange our party. In addition, she suggested a wonderful idea for how we could record all of our attendees with a thumbprint tree signature poster that we will cherish forever, thanks Dawn! When preparing the selection, Aurora Catering arranged a tasting for us at their location and provided a wonderful sampling of options while introducing us to the talented and charming chef, Marty. Again, we knew we had made the right choice with Aurora. Marty is a skilled and passionate chef that travels Europe in search of new and enticing selections to add to the Aurora menu. Throughout the months of planning our wedding event, Dawn and the people at Aurora Catering were incredibly attentive and helpful in guiding us through the process. They were especially focused on the details of our unique event while helping us to select all the needed rental accessories with their provided partners. On the night of the event, the scene looked even better than I could have imagined and the food was wonderful! Marty's brussel sprouts and potato au gratin received many compliments from our guests and everyone really enjoyed all of the food. Dawn was great behind the scenes, keeping things on track, even when we were clueless as to what we were doing. She never seemed stressed or anxious and always had a relaxed and confident demeanor. During the reception, she was seamless in her managing of the typical wedding party chaos. At the start of dinner, I was too distracted to eat and at one point, Dawn encouragingly put a plate of food in my hand so that I would sit down and enjoy my dinner. Much appreciated Dawn! The staff that was provided by Aurora Catering was very warm and comfortable to be around. They instantly felt like close friends and more than a catering service . We were very happy with the service they provided. If you're looking for really nice, down to earth people, who can get the job done, this is your crew! Whether you are having a small event or a large wedding, I know the people at Aurora Catering are willing and capable to help you accomplish any goal you may have in mind. I would do this again, and only wish I could. We had such an amazing and wonderful reception! We would use Aurora Catering again, and look forward to another opportunity when we will be able to call on their services. Great staff! Great food! Thanks again Aurora Catering! Cheers! read more