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    Rafael's Catering Service - Now offering Safety Shields for added protection

    Rafael's Catering Service

    4.9(142 reviews)
    14.2 mi

    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.

    Wow- can't believe I haven't written a review of this iconic Bay Area family catering business!…read more If you live in the bay there's a very high chance you've had Rafael's Catering in one of your social events. They have been around since I've been a kid and I've had the pleasure of eating their delicious grub at weddings, birthdays, baby showers (including my own), graduations, you name it! They offer a popular international menu which includes their trademark rotisserie chicken (my fave!) and several delicious Filipino entrees including pancit, menudo and a whole lechon! They also have a classic American menu (pasta, mashed potatoes, ham, chicken, roast beef, etc.). Their prices are fair and the food is so good! The owners, Joe and Frankie Santos and their family are amazing. They have a knack for simultaneously exuding professionalism and making you feel like family. Thank you Santos family for always providing A+ catering service to the Bay Area!

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    Rafael's Catering Service - Safety Shields available on request

    Safety Shields available on request

    Rafael's Catering Service - Buffet To-Go: Beef Mechado, Pork Adobo, Pancit, Roast Chicken, Steed Rice, Lechon and Fruit Salad

    Buffet To-Go: Beef Mechado, Pork Adobo, Pancit, Roast Chicken, Steed Rice, Lechon and Fruit Salad

    Rafael's Catering Service - Sample Packages available

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    Sample Packages available

    Jasmine Catering - Ivory tablecloths and napkins

    Jasmine Catering

    4.9(59 reviews)
    3.7 miWest Berkeley

    Oded is simply the best, and choosing Jasmine Catering for our wedding was probably the single best…read moredecision we made in our wedding planning process. We originally decided to go with Jasmine because of how many unique vegetarian options they offered, and the food was absolutely incredible -- hands down the best meal I've ever had at a wedding and better than most restaurant meals I've had recently. We had passed appetizers and a buffet-style dinner with pistachio-crusted salmon, vegetable orzo, salad, and eggplant tagine, all of which were cooked perfectly and were so delicious! We got non-stop compliments from our guests about the food and how friendly the catering staff were. The whole team were very helpful throughout the night. Oded himself is very kind and humble and went above and beyond to make sure our wedding went smoothly. We didn't have a wedding planner, so he patiently and quickly responded to lots of emails from me to answer questions about the venue and confirm details about the wedding timeline. He was also extremely flexible and accommodated lots of quirky DIY elements we included as part of our wedding day, and came early to unlock the venue himself because he knew I was anxious about getting everything set up in time. While the event was happening, we had an issue with our sound system which his staff helped us fix in just a few minutes. All in all, our wedding was perfect thanks to Oded and his team, and I don't think the day would have gone nearly as smoothly if we hadn't chosen Jasmine Catering!

    Oded is so wonderful to work with and his food is fantastic! We hired Jasmine to drop off food for…read morea big family gathering at our house and everything was delicious and beautiful.

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    Jasmine Catering - Lemon Curd Cups

    Lemon Curd Cups

    Jasmine Catering - Oven Roasted Vegetables

    Oven Roasted Vegetables

    Jasmine Catering - Vegan Pasta Primavera

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    Havana Catering - Havana's Mojito Bar

    Havana Catering

    4.9(625 reviews)
    11.8 mi

    Havanna Catering has been an outstanding partner for our events at John Muir Medical Group. They…read moreare consistently reliable, professional, and easy to work with. The food is always fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented, and our staff regularly compliments the quality and variety. We know we can count on Havanna to deliver on time and help make every event a success. I highly recommend them for anyone looking for dependable catering with exceptional food and service! Reina JMMG

    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.

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    Havana Catering - Chicken Adobo, Mango Salsa

    Chicken Adobo, Mango Salsa

    Havana Catering - Paella Party!

    Paella Party!

    Havana Catering - Chimichurri Skirt Steak (Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak, Latin Pesto)

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    Chimichurri Skirt Steak (Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak, Latin Pesto)

    Pickles N Smoke - The Platter
 Brisket, Baby Back Ribs, Pulled Pork, 2 sides (mac and cheese, vinegar slaw)

    Pickles N Smoke

    4.7(21 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    Pickles n' smoke showed up at the Kensington Farmers Market last Sunday. The market's weekly email…read moremessage explained two days before that openings can occur in the market due to family emergencies or vacations, or for other reasons. When that happens, the market will introduce its clientele to "a start-up vendor, or someone who's too small to commit to a weekly gig, or someone who wants to try out a cool new product." The market manager, Chris, cited Pickles n' Smoke as an example of the new surprises we can look forward to. When I showed up last Sunday at noon, there was a short line to order. Customers were curious about the new vendor; perhaps many had showed up expecting Fat Daddy's, which is the usual operation at this corner. During my short walk down the market to the Pickles tent, someone whispered in my ear that the brisket from PnS was delicious. As a result, I ordered the brisket sammi, a relatively small sweet roll piled high with brisket, slaw and sauce. The sandwich cost $19, which was somewhat more than I expected to pay; the price, however, did not strike me as outrageous. I paid in cash and was pleased that there was no tip bucket begging for the dollar bill that I received in change. The sandwich was quite excellent. All the flavors blended together very well, and I wasn't terribly bothered by the sweetness of the roll. If PnS comes back to the market, I'll try buying some barbecued meat in bulk or composing a "plate," which can include multiple meats and sides.

    Spent some time talking with the woman behind the screen @ the Kensington Farmers Market January…read more11, 2026. Pickles n Smoke had a booth there. She assured me it would be really good~~NOT! At least 70% pure fat. How disappointing! And I ordered baked beans side--underdone! Gross! I did go back to let her know: she said she would tell the chef. $22 down the tubes. How very disappointing

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    Pickles N Smoke - Pork rib plate

    Pork rib plate

    Pickles N Smoke - Menu 6/3/23

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    Menu 6/3/23

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