We attended a party at a friend's house which was catered by SB Paella. Service 5 stars: Chef Ben was friendly, outgoing, super attentive and helpful. An all around nice guy and a great person to have a conversation with. He gracefully handled the 50+ person party with no issues whatsoever. Food 5 stars: I had their signature Paella Mixta (Chicken, Pork, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp, Veggies, Saffron) and the Jamon Serrano (Serrano Ham) from the whole leg carving station. Super high quality ingredients, excellent taste and great presentation. Absolutely top notch! The Last Word 5 stars: All and all, this was a fun and interactive culinary experience! I would ask SB Paella to cater my party in a heartbeat and without hesitation. Highly recommended! read more

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What a fun and unique catering option! We wanted a family style meal for our rehearsal dinner but not a buffet and SB Paella was the perfect choice. We chose four passed appetizers and a traditional paella to serve about 30 guests (including a few vegetarians) and it achieved everything we hoped for. Ben, the chef, was friendly, efficient and even packed up a few left over containers for us that came in handy over our wedding weekend! I highly recommend. read more

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We used SB Paella Catering for the welcome party the night before our wedding and they were amazing! The food and presentation fantastic, and the owner (Carol) and chef (Benjamin) were a pleasure to work with! read more

Amazing Paella, the food was delicious, plentiful, and on time! Thank you so much for making our event so special!

5 Star service, food and presentation! Cannot recommend a better company. Thank you for a wonderful experience read more

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What a show! What a paella! Thank you for making my retire party very special! Best paella I had for a long time. read more

I chose SB Paella Catering to cater a bridal shower I was throwing at my home. We had 10 guests for an intimate gathering. We are a group of girls who love to eat! That being said, having them cater this party was something special! Benjamin was very interactive with us, you can tell right away his passion for paella and how it's been apart of his life since he was a kid! Not only did we enjoy watching, but the paella tasted amazing! Very authentic, bursting with layers of flavor and we had plenty of enough food to go around. Such a special experience to bring everyone together to the dinner table to enjoy their paella. read more

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Everything about Ben, his staff, the food, and presentation is top drawer. The menu and schedule was clearly worked out in advance, so the whole event was on autopilot. I was able to focus on our 70 guests, who all raved about the food. Ben's team left my kitchen spotless, and I even discovered a couple of containers of leftover paella in the fridge the next day. I would definitely hire them again in future. read more

Best decision ever! We had a small celebration with close friends and family and the amazing catering helped to make it truly special. People were captivated by the show as the beautiful paella came together and it was simply delicious. Carol was great and communicative and very helpful in advising with selections. Ben was an absolute star, not only an incredible chef but also a really wonderful character. We just wanted him to stay and hang out afterwards. You won't be disappointed! read more

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We had an amazing Paella experience with Chef Ben at our family event celebrating my son's college graduation. Instead of just a caterer we had a live cooking show that entertained and educated us all on Paella. Highly recommend!! read more

Everything was perfect. But perhaps nothing more outstanding than the paella. (We had the traditional but a small vegan on the side.) Carol made it very easy to book the event, and Ben is a fantastic and congenial on-site chef. read more

Thank you so much for such an amazing experience. Great food, wonderful service!!! Chef Benjamin and Donna were super professional and nice. Definitely something we will order again. read more

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Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network has had the pleasure of catering with SB Paella for a couple events now, and each time, a hit!! Chef Ben is so kind and gracious, and his paella is the best! Watching the chef as he prepares the dish, and hanging out pan-side to witness the delectables simmering is such a treat! The owner Carol is wonderful to work with, and we look forward to having them cater for us again in the future. read more

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We highly recommend SB Paella Catering! The appetizers and paella were stunningly beautiful, the food was delicious, the staff was so friendly and went above and beyond at every step. Almost every single guest commented on how fantastic their food and presentation was. They were easy to work with from the first email to the end of the event when they left our house spotless and we even had leftovers. We've hired many caterers and this experience was so much more unique and special. Bravo! read more

We hired them for our wedding and it was amazing. We were a little nervous because we were planning our wedding from out of area and had never seen the winery we picked for our reception or tried SB Paella. However, everything went perfectly. Our guests LOVED the food and the chef and other staff were extremely professional. I highly recommend this company! read more

We used SB Paella for our wedding recently and they were outstanding! The paella was prepared on site and it's great to watch but even better is how delicious it is - you know it's going to be good but it's AMAZING! I need to come up with another reason for a party to have them back! To top it off, Carol & Ben were so nice to work with. read more

We had twenty friends who were not ready for how fun this experience is! Ben is so entertaining and talented. He truly enjoy what he does and had a crowd around him for over an hour as he cooked and charmed everyone. Fabulous party! We have used them twice and been very happy both times! Something delicious and different! read more

What a fantastic experience! Carol was so responsive (answered my request on the website the very evening I placed it) and Ben is such an engaging chef. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed watching his paella come together before their very eyes. Our dear friends and we had not been together for more than 2 years because of COVID-19, and everyone was so impressed to be reunited with such a unique and creative party. The appetizers were so imaginative and delicious, the paella ( and an additional vegetarian paella) were literally devoured. Our daughter and son-in-law had attended an event where SB paella catered the food and they encouraged us to give them a try. As I told them, " that recommendation hit it out of the park"! See for yourself! read more

The Paella was awesome! They did both a traditional and a vegan paella for our organization's major donor event and it was incredible. Guests raved about the food. they were professional, on time, friendly, and made great food. Such a fun way to have catering at your event, it felt really fun and welcoming and smelled amazing while it was cooking. So glad we connected with them and will use them again for sure! read more

Wedding rehearsal outing, Ben came out the week before to plan the set up, very personable and warm Chef. He explained to all the history of paella, how it's made and answered all of our questions. The seafood dish and the meat dish were absolutely delicious. We had left overs that we are still enjoying. I added photos. Highly recommend SB Paella!!! read more

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I highly recommend SB Paella catering. Ben was punctual, easy to work with and so friendly. The food was absolutely amazing. I look forward to more paella parties with this company. read more

We enjoyed doing business with Benjamin from beginning to the end He is very clear, no surprises Someone you can count on to make sure everything goes well His staff were professional The clean up was great and they even packaged all the leftovers for our guests And the paella and tapas the real deal Delicious ‼‼ read more

Thank you SB Paella Catering for your generosity and care for those in deep need here in Santa Barbara! Ben and Carol shared their extraordinary culinary gift with the Santa Barbara Rescue Mission last week Thursday. Ben created two incredible paellas and served over 100 homeless guests who came to the Rescue Mission for rest and a hot meal. Residents of our Men's Recovery Program and staff had a chance to watch Ben create his dishes and to chat with him about his passion for what he does. It was amazing to see the two beautiful paella dishes evolve from start to gourmet finish! Thank you so much, Ben and Carol, for a memorable afternoon and evening with you two! What a special occasion for our many guests, residents and staff. We were blessed by your joyful company, awe-inspiring talent, and of course, by the delicious meal. Residents and staff who had a chance to meet you continue to talk about what a fun time they had with you both, and our Director of Homeless Guest Services sent an email to staff after dinner sharing what an impression your presence and food made on the guests. The Rescue Mission is blown away by your generosity! Trinity Schwartz Santa Barbara Rescue Mission read more

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This is by far the BEST Paella catering company I have ever had the opportunity to work with. Ben and Carol were just delightful and so fun to have at our event. Guests loved them and LOVED the paella. We had attendees coming out of the dinner to ask for to go boxes of the paella to take home at the end of the night since we only served the paella during cocktail hour (our mistake - we should have offered it as the main course!). On top of the great food, the entire booking and event process was extremely easy and professional. Thank you Carol & Ben for cooking your incredible paella for our event, it was truly a highlight and we can't wait to work with you soon! read more

SB Paella Catering was nothing less than perfection! I hired them for my 50th birthday party for over 70 people and when the guest count kept rising, Carol was very professional to work with every step of the way, helping me with the little details. Ben and his amazing team arrived on time and knew exactly what to do to set up in the best spot possible for picture taking, lighting, etc...I could hear Ben in the kitchen giving the staff instructions on presentation, cutting skills and I was very impressed with his level of perfection and eye for detail that went into every appetizer platter that was served. The staff was so knowledgeable regarding the food and very kind to all the guests. The paella's were the star and Ben encouraged photos and chatted with all the guests about the process, ingredients and his time in Spain. All the food was so delicious and everyone raved that it was the best they had ever had! My husband and I got married in Spain, so for us this was a treat to share our love of Spanish food with our closest friends, some who never had paella before. Also, I would NOT miss ordering the leg of jamon, it was the most delicious ever and the presentation of Ben cutting it is worth every penny, plus you get to keep it and savor it for weeks afterward. Thank you to SB Paella Catering for making wonderful memories. read more

We had a amazing experience. Ben was so nice and hospitable. The paella was yummy and we can't wait to book our next event!

A+++++++We were thoroughly impressed with the total experience. We have had many paellas and will put Chef Ben's up against any of them. The apps and desert were delicious as well. Everything was presented as if we were in a 5 star restaurant. Not only were we served but it was also nice not to have to clean up after. We will definitely hire Chef Ben next time we are back in SB. He truly went above and beyond expectations to make our night amazing. Best dinner of the trip!!! Thanks for everything. read more

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I booked SB Paella for a birthday party of about 50 people. It was such a success! The food was both a show for the guests as well as a delicious dinner. The team was very helpful and did everything they could to keep the party moving. Carol was very helpful through out the process. Strongly recommend for your next party or event! Thank you SB Paella! read more

We had an excellent experience from start to finish working with Ben and Carol to cater our wedding rehearsal dinner. Booking was straightforward, communication was excellent throughout, and the final product - a wonderful dining experience and fantastic food - got great reviews from our guests (and we loved it too!). That they took care of all the setup and cleanup was an added bonus, which we greatly appreciated with our busy schedule. I hope to have the chance to work with Ben, Carol, and their team again in the future! read more

Oh my goodness, what a treat! I hired SB Paella to cater an event and they were so easy to work with and our guests raved about the paella. I will definitely be hiring them again. read more

SB Paella is the BEST. I lived in Granada, Spain for six months, and their paella is still the best I've ever had. The ingredients are so fresh and it's really fun to watch it being made. More than that - Ben and Carol are so sweet and professional. And, on top of that, they are incredibly generous having a huge heart for the community. Thank you SB Paella for donating your amazing food and catering services to Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation! read more

Ben and team provided the catering for our wedding and it was INCREDIBLE. The paella was delicious (we have not stopped receiving compliments on the food), the service was fantastic, and the entire experience was memorable and exciting. Ben cooks the paella in front of guests, providing for an interactive and fun experience. We chose SB Paella because we wanted something unique. A plated dinner seemed too normal, expensive, and stuffy: you get your steak or chicken. We also had a negative view of a typical buffet and thought it might be seen as too casual for a wedding and found from experiencing other wedding buffets that the food was just never very good. Paella fit the bill--it was classy, simply elegant, yummy, memorable, and not too expensive. SB Paella did not disappoint! read more

What an amazing experience! I hired SB Paella for my husbands birthday. I wanted a garden party with a sit down dinner but not a BBQ. Carol knew what I wanted from our first phone call and made suggestions regarding rentals, extras etc. It made the planning so easy! This isn't just Paella, its a whole show including servers, bartender, appetizers and salad. Being able to watch Ben make the paella is the highlight of the party. I wish I could give them 6 stars! Thank you Carol and Ben! read more

SB Paella Catering is a must! Guaranteed for a fun, delicious and engaging party. Ben and Carol are delightful and easy to work with, and the staff they bring into your home, are also lovely. We had so much fun working with you and having you at our 3 parties this year, and our guests all raved about the evenings. Thank you! read more

We needed a last minute catering option for a small company get together. The SB Paella crew made for a special night, were extremely professional and the food was amazing. A no brainer for an epic experience with a ton of value built into the presentation, people and quality food. read more

Many thanks for creating a festive atmosphere and incredible meal for our company holiday party! We were all astounded by the beauty and flavor of your paella and loved the entire experience! read more

We were so lucky to come across SB Paella Catering for our wedding last Saturday. From the moment I inquired about our event they were quick to communicate about availability and provide a quote. Ben even came by our house in the Long Beach area to consult with us about putting together the perfect event. His experience and guidance greatly enhanced our plans for the perfect evening. All of our guests raved about the appetizers, ham carving station, and of course, the amazing Paella! The night couldn't have gone any smoother. They were on time all evening, and even helped us with clean up, which was not on their list of responsibilities that night. Benjamin, his wife/co-partner Carol, and their lovely staff went beyond our expectations, and for that we are extremely thankful. They are so sweet, and we feel like we gained two great friends that evening. We hope to see them again very soon! We would highly recommend them for any catering needs! -Fernanda & Brandon read more

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This is the second time we have used SB Paella; and, we were even more pleased then the first time. Not only is the paella delicious, the service is impeccable. Ben and his wife are super friendly and professional. We look forward to working with them again in the near future. read more

SB Paella Catering did an outstanding job for our wedding rehearsal dinner. Despite the windy conditions, the paella came out perfect. The appetizers and salad were enjoyed by all. Ben is such a nice guy....anyone would enjoy talking to him and learning about how he started making paella. I highly recommend SB Paella Catering for your next party! read more

I have to say that Benjamin's Paella blew the competition away. As the owner of an event staffing and production company, it has been my pleasure to had most of the local and Los Angeles caterers' Paella. By far SB Paella had the best tasting and best presentation of any I have experienced. Working with Benjamin was a pleasure as he was always in control of the timing, service and even took the time to platter up the remaining portions. In the past the Paella I have had was way to fishy, I know it's supposed to be fishy, but Benjamin managed to make a Paella, that had all of the traditional ingredients yet didn't knock you down with over powering fishy flavor. I would highly recommend SB Paella to anyone planning an event that wants the food to be a huge part of the gathering and not just something to fill you up. read more