The Best Dairy-free Wedding Caterers in Costa Mesa, CA

The Best Dairy-free Wedding Caterers in Costa Mesa, CA

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Above All Catering, Inc. 

4.0

  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA
  • Offer

Above All Catering & Events has been delighting its customers for more than 25 years with mouthwatering menus, versatile venues, and exceptional event coordination serving all of Southern California, including Orange County, Los Angeles and Riverside Counties.

We had above all cater our sons wedding. I wish I could give them another 10 stars. First of all the staff made sure the Bride, Groom and wedding party had food and drinks while they were taking their photos after the ceremony. Something that didn't even occur to me. The staff was friendly and polite and very attentive to all the guests needs. The passed appetizers were amazing. The food was absolutely delicious. Not your typical wedding food. We chose to have a desert and coffee bar and that was a huge hit. Thank you Above All for an amazing stress free experience. You guys are the best.
Patricia P., 12 days ago
Summit Event Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

For 33 years, our mission has led us to You. Our priority is giving You the trust and confidence that you deserve. To listen carefully to your ideas and ask the right questions from the start. To excite You during the planning process and in our tasting room. To give You peace of mind that your dream is about to come to life.

We got married in Long Beach, CA on 10/12/24 and all of our guests said Summit's food was THE BEST they had ever been served at wedding! I cannot recommend Summit Event Catering more! Pamela Aki especially was fantastic to work with. We chose the plated option for a guest count of just under 160 guests. We found the prices to be reasonable as compared to other vendors, and the quality of the menu, ingredients, and overall taste to be outstanding! Additionally, Summit allowed us to make several reasonable alterations to our chosen package, which we were really grateful for, due to several guest allergies, etc! Pam was incredibly communicative throughout our entire working relationship and we are so grateful. She made the process so easy! On our wedding day, everything went smoothly and the Summit staff was fantastic. We look back at the catering portion of our wedding with fond memories. Thank you Summit & Pam!
Katie C., a month ago
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Bamboo Island Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Our culinary offerings bring together the best of American cuisine, infused with delightful island flavors and complemented by French base sauces, creating an unmatched dining experience. We deliver well-thought-out, delicious meals that are flavorful and carefully designed to meet or exceed your expectations. In addition, every event includes our well-trained, courteous, and above all, friendly staff. Our goal is to provide you with an unforgettable experience. We’re proud to have a list of positive reviews from past customers, many of who consider Bamboo Catering their “go-to” partner for amazing culinary experiences over and over again.

Awarded Best of Zola
After enjoying the exceptional food and customer service from Bamboo Island Catering over the years, I can confidently state that they are truly outstanding. From crafting the menu to flawless execution, you definitely get great value for your money and a satisfied stomach. A big thank you for making the process hassle-free.
Flo & D., a year ago
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YOOSHI SUSHI CATERING & EVENT PRODUCTION 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

I had my first shot at managing a sushi restaurant when I took over an empty section of the family restaurant and introduced sushi to my customers. It was a challenge that I will never regret accepting. It was fun, a lot of fun! I had the opportunity to work with some really talented and creative chefs. I quickly learned that it’s not just about having fresh fish anymore. Sushi dining has transformed into a culture. A culture built by imagination and creativity. With the help of GD and the support of my family, I took all that experience and fused it with my imagination and created Yooshi Sushi Catering and Event Production.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m speechless from the service I received from this amazing sushi company. I loved the food, designs, and service!! I would recommend this sushi over any other ones. Amazing job for my wedding. Everyone loved the food and I’m looking forward to hiring this amazing sushi and event production company again!!
Yehuda C., 4 years ago
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Buttercup Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Buttercup specializes in fresh, creative, custom catering and offers floral services, rentals, and bar service as added options. We have a passion for food & design we will work with you to create the perfect event and give you a fresh and unique experience. Buttercup Catering will provide you with everything you need.

Kelly, Melissa, and the whole team at Buttercup made our wedding dreams come true. We had a complicated vision and a tricky natural space to work with, and they pulled it off flawlessly. From the visual execution to the food quality, the Buttercup team can really do it all. We can't recommend them enough!! Order the tri tip and tiramisu!
Erin W., a month ago
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Craf by Moore 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Meet Chef Chris and Monique Moore, the dynamic duo behind our catering business. With over 24 years of experience, we've perfected the art of bringing bold flavors to the table. Our passion lies in properly preparing and treating ingredients, ensuring that each dish we serve is a culinary experience to never be forgotten. As husband and wife, we share a deep love for food and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients. Whether it's a wedding, corporate event, or intimate gathering, we take pride in creating unforgettable dining experiences that leave a lasting impression.

Chef Chris is simply the best! He made planning a destination wedding/reception effortless. From the very first phone call to the exquisite final presentation, Chef Chris’s attention to detail & professionalism were obvious. He made the process smooth & enjoyable. He was easy to reach. He listened to us & he personalized the menu to meet our needs. Our guests raved about how delicious the food & specialty drinks were! And the food & drinks were plentiful! Chef Chris’s team was attentive & kind & kept the venue looking pristine throughout the reception. I just can’t say enough about our experience with Chef Chris! He & his team felt like family by the time our event ended. If you are looking for someone who really cares & for someone who can execute a flawless day, Chef Chris is the one!
Kay B., 6 months ago
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Olive Wood Pizza 

5.0

  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Thank you for considering Olive Wood Pizza to cater your wedding. We cater a number of weddings every year and feel so fortunate to be a part of this special time in your lives. We know how much stress and hard work goes into creating the perfect wedding which is why we are here to help whether you need cocktail hour, dinner or even a late night snack. We are a Mobile Pizza Catering Company with a Wood Fired Oven mounted on a trailer. Our traveling ovens allow us to make wood fired pizzas anywhere we can park them. We specialize in catering all types of events from 10 - 600 people in the Southern California area.

We were so pleased with Olive Wood Pizza Catering for our wedding! From start to finish, they were extremely responsive, quick to answer all our questions, and very professional in their communication. The quality and presentation of the food was beautiful - the pastas and salads were served tasteful ceramic bowls and there was an endless stream of pizzas served on each table family-style. The catering staff distributed the meals very efficiently so no one had to wait long for their food. And most importantly, everything tasted delicious! The brick oven pizzas were fresh, hot, and full of flavor. Olive Wood Pizza Catering truly helped make our wedding reception a memorable experience through their fabulous communication, presentation, and of course, tasty pizzas and appetizers. We'd highly recommend them for any special event catering needs!
Jasmine, 3 months ago
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Food First Events & Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Food First Events & Catering Co. came to life in 2005 when our Chef and owner, David Gussin graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in Pasadena, Ca. Chef Gussin went on to work in the kitchens of James Beard Award & Michelin Star chefs. Chef Gussin’s resume includes heading up some of LA's hottest restaurants as their Executive Chef including: STK, Fig & Olive, Akasha and Cleo -- not to mention our dedicated sushi chef studied under chef Katsuya. Food First Events has since worked with many well-known celebrities, companies, and clients.

Awarded Best of Zola
We’ve used food first events & catering three times now. The level of detail, service, and food is outstanding from begging to the end. These guys are pros. We even trusted them with our wedding. I wouldn’t do it any other way. They go above and beyond with helping with all the details of events to ensure the customer has an excellent time. Innovative ways of accommodating us and coming up with great ideas where all of our guests were amazed. The food is top notch quality. They accommodated diverse requests. For example, surf and turf, to vegan, and our last event, which was Thai. All were outstanding, think Michelin star quality. They are very kind and take all of our needs in to consideration. They have great ideas on how to make an incredible event thats creates life long memories. These guys are the best! They even did my sisters wedding.
Dan Z., 2 years ago
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Buddha Boy Tacos 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Welcome. Buddha Boy Tacos is a one-of-a-kind culinary establishment with a menu inspired by the idea of authentic and honest cooking. Starting in 2019, we developed a unique dining experience for all of our guests using fresh and sustainable ingredients—taking you on a culinary journey like no other. From classic recipes to new-age kitchen adventures, each dish reflects our passion for high-quality food presented in a simple yet pleasing manner.

Buddha Boy Tacos was our 2024 wedding caterer, and also our bartending and dessert service - yes, they are a triple threat!! And they completely blew us away! We heard about their catering service from a friend and tried their tacos at a local pop up. Immediately after meeting Alexis and Marcus—and trying the food—we knew we wanted them on our special day. They had the best energy and took a genuine interest in us and our vision for the wedding. From that point on, they worked closely with us to create a personalized menu that suited us and our guests. Alexis was so good at making the planning process as painless as possible by making recommendations, pitching ideas, and meeting us multiple times at the event site. We got to try our apps, main course, and even cocktail options prior to our event. Their presentation on our wedding day was just beautiful, the food was delicious, and our guests are still raving about the churros! The bartending service was equally impressive. The bartenders were fun, efficient, and crafted some of the best cocktails we've ever had at a wedding (we might be biased). It is clear that Buddha Boy Tacos takes great pride in their work and goes above and beyond to exceed expectations. We could not have asked for a better experience and highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch catering for their event. Support this local South Bay small business and you will NOT regret it! THANK YOU, Alexis, Marcus, and the rest of the team, for making our wedding day unforgettable! :)
Manami M., 4 months ago
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homegrown kitchen 

5.0

  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

We offer full-scale event production and catering services in Southern California region. We aim to use local ingredients to highlight regional cuisines from around the world. We handle parties for families of 10, small weddings, up to large scale corporate events for 400 guests.

Homegrown Kitchen really knocked our party hors d’oeuvres & dinner out of the park! She took the time to understand our tastes and provided selection of tasty options to choose between. The actual day of-guests and family RAVED about how delicious the food was from start to finish, and the potions were more than generous. Be sure to verify needs for plating/dinnerware and any kitchen requirements per your venue. Highly Recommend Homegrown Kitchen!
Ellen and R., a year ago
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L.A. Roots Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

THE PERFECT FARE - FOR ANYWHERE. Whether you’re having an intimate dinner with a few friends, a high-end tapas party with unbelievably great food, a carefully curated wine pairing dinner, or a full scale event for hundreds with impeccable service; L.A. Roots has you covered. Its high end and low-maintenance fare is as rustic as the California coast, and heavily embedded with a Latin, Asian, Italian & Polynesian underbelly. L.A. Roots believes in simple ingredients, sustainably and locally sourced, organic wherever possible. By selecting L.A. Roots Catering you’re opting for unforgettable fare and an experience you will never forget.

We dreamed of this food for weeks before the wedding, and on the day of it was just as good as the tasting. This is truly the best option for foodies planning a wedding in SoCal and we are beyond satisfied with the service and food from our caterer. Our guests also loved the food and drinks and said that it was the best food they have had at a wedding.
Kelly S., 2 years ago
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Aphrodite Oysters 

5.0

  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Aphrodite Oysters has been catering raw bars since 2013. We are established in multiple cities; beginning in Austin, Houston, Dallas, and Lubbock TEXAS - we are now in Nashville, Middle TENNESSEE, also serving GEORGIA, and CALIFORNIA. Our clients healthy and safety is priority, thus we prepare seafood day of your order and oysters are always shucked on-site. Please let us know how we can help brighten your day or someone else. We offer delivery to private residences, offices, vacation rentals, and boats. Private Chef dinner parties and Wedding Meals also available in most cities.

Kristen and her team made the wedding party with their fresh delicious oysters and adorable setup. It literally was where everyone flocked. Order extra extra because this will be the place to be at your next gathering. I found Aphrodite at a Holiday Party a few years prior. We have ordered a few times for home delivery since. It is so easy and SO FUN!
Jean and D., 4 years ago
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Late to the Lake 

5.0

  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA for additional fees

Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Alicia and her team went above and beyond to create our vision for the wedding - serving unique food that everyone would love and a 16 foot grazing table, and morning after brunch for our guests! I really appreciated her communication, flexiblity, problem solving/get things done attitude - our day would have not been the same without her help!
Megan, a year ago
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Chef John's Events & Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

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, a year ago
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Fire & Wood Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA for additional fees

Welcome. We are Southern California’s most unique Wood-Fired Pizza Catering Company. We bring an exceptional outdoor food experience, with our wood fired oven and our 100% wood-fired menu. All of our food offerings, curated by Chef Thomas, are cooked in our customized mobile wood-fired oven. All of our ingredients are locally sourced from California, as we pride ourselves on taking the time necessary to find the best possible ingredients, and close to home.

Awarded Best of Zola
Thomas and his amazing team did all they could to help make our day amazing. They have such amazing food, desserts, and staff! Thomas was very communicative and worked with us to make sure everything went exactly as we wanted. Their food was one of the highlights of our wedding! Even our vegan/gluten free friends raved about their food. Could not recommend fire and wood catering enough for your event!
Nick N., a year ago
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Daily Chew Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA for additional fees

Hi there! Daily Chew Catering offers a variety of food that doesn't limit you to a specific menu. If you have something in mind, we'll make it! Regardless of the type of service you're looking for, we're here to help. We prepare delicious and memorable food while working with our clients to ensure their preferences and dietary needs are met. All of our team members are experienced in cooking a wide variety of cuisines and are here to create the perfect meal for any occasion. Feel free to reach out with any questions. We look forward to working with you!

I worked a wedding with Carly at a challenging venue and her team was instrumental in pulling off a seamless event. The crew was cheerful and helpful and the food was plentiful and delicious!
Raphael's Event Works, 3 years ago
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Boards and Blooms 

5.0

Costa Mesa, CA
  • Starts at $15 per person

Boards and Blooms is a local, Costa Mesa based small business that offers charcuterie boards, grazing tables, and small floral arrangements. Perfect for any occasion from date nights or Duffy boats to weddings, showers, and large events. We go above and beyond with every detail, so your platter will be sure to WOW whoever you’re sharing with!

The owner of Board & Blooms, Chelsea Jacobson is beyond talented, extremely knowledgeable, and so easy to work with. My husband and I were trying to throw together a diy backyard wedding and she was so kind & helpful throughout the process, I’m not sure we could have pulled it off without her. All I had to do was show her some Pinterest inspo pics and she turned my wedding dreams into reality. She did all the florals for the tables, wedding arch, bouquets & boutonnieres. She also ended up coordinating for us, because she has a background in wedding coordinating and we were a bit lost on the timing of everything… it was so helpful having her expertise to draw on! Lastly, she created the most stunning grazing table for our guests… everything was delicious and we got so many compliments. She is so incredibly talented and I can’t recommend her enough! Thank you again for all the love you poured into our wedding Chelsea!
Caitlin and A., 3 years ago
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Iron Catering Crew 

5.0

Costa Mesa, CA
  • Starts at $3,000

Welcome. Curated catering services to meet your personal needs. For over 15 years, Iron Catering Crew has been providing the highest quality of food and service. Located in Costa Mesa and serving all of Southern California we pride ourselves on freshness, presentation, and customer satisfaction.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hands down the best catering team for any event!! Chef Micah was super detail oriented and did not disappoint in the presentation and quality of food and service! His salmon and fresh salads were incredible as well as appetizers for a large wedding event and celebration! I enjoyed hearing compliments as the food was delivered and enjoyed by all! Thank you Chef Micah for all of your hard work, creativity, and dedication! Will def call on you for our next event!
Maggie B., 2 years ago
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Sophisticated Spreads 

5.0

  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA
  • Offer

A taste of California Culture with locally sourced ingredients and an eye for a boho inspired grazing table experience! Catered Events. A show stopping display created for your next event that is not only a feast for the eyes, but truly a work of art. Each spread that we curate is designed to be an interactive appetizer and aperitif, which is enhanced through its presentation of local ingredients and worldly wise products. Our name “Sophisticated Spreads” speaks for itself as we are here to take your party to the next level!

The artisan grazing table at our wedding was an absolute highlight, leaving us and our guests in awe of its beauty and delicious offerings. Sophisticated Spreads truly outdid themselves, crafting a display that was as visually stunning as it was mouthwateringly tasty. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect centerpiece for our celebration, and we're so grateful to Sophisticated Spreads for making it unforgettable.
Jessica, 3 months ago
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The Crain Experience 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Welcome. Chef Jason started out in the kitchen at 15 years old as a dishwasher at Red Lobster washing dishes and baking. From there, he worked many cook’s lines until I earned my first chef position under Emeril Lagasse over ten years ago. He's went on to operating casino kitchens, private dining clubs. Since relocating from Atlanta, GA Jason has gained experience in kitchen consulting and new restaurant openings. After 25 years in the industry, He is now starting a new journey into the Private Chef sector. He refers to his style of cooking as Southern Creole cooking, where it’s much more than cooking…it’s about the overall experience.

The Crain Experience was so amazing and easy to work with! Anytime I had questions they were so quick to get back to me. The food was delicious, the drinks were phenomenal, and the staff/bartenders were easygoing, professional, and personable. I could not recommend them more!
Shelby D., a year ago
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Off the Vine Dining Catering Company 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Costa Mesa, CA

Brian and Alexa met in 2016 when he was pursuing his dream operating a café in North Park. This venture was called Grinds & Vine Coffee Bar, where the community was the most important factor of his establishment. One day Alexa came in as a guest to study and have some coffee. She was quickly mesmerized by the PB&J sandwich and their delicious cold brew options. They shared some great conversations about food and life then quickly became friends, which then blossomed into something more. Who would have ever thought a PB&J, a cold brew and a conversation would turn into love and marriage.

Awarded Best of Zola
Truly a remarkable experience from start to finish, they operate with such excellence! We have been using Off the Vine Dining for a couple years now. They have done intimate events with us, and some of our larger company events with hundreds of people. Brian has always been extremely helpful curating menus with me, all of the menu offerings are so fantastic that I have always had a problem selecting items. He goes above and beyond with taking in account all of our dietary restrictions that some of our guests have, he has even customized and created some menu items for us. I was so touched at one of our events when Brian overheard one of our guests say they didn't do dairy, and was able to make some small adjustments so that the guest could still enjoy every dish. That's above and beyond! Brian and his team always do a beautiful, professional, and efficient job setting up, serving, and cleaning up. The decor is stunning, they have fresh flowers and everything is presented so wonderfully. They even left my kitchen cleaner then when they arrived, I told my husband lets host an event next time we need to clean our kitchen, hahaha!! The service is always amazing, the team is so cheerful and always smiling during the events. You could tell they really loved serving people, it was such a delight to experience. Most importantly, the food is delicious and I have always received wonderful feedback from our guests who enjoyed the culinary offerings very much. Thank you Brian and Off the Vine Dining team, all of you are so wonderful to work with. Brian, you can tell you love people, and love food, the BEST combination in a caterer. I HIGHLY recommend Off the Vine Dining and look forward to using them again for ALL future events.
Jenn C., 2 years ago

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About wedding caterers in Costa Mesa, CA

How much do catering services usually cost in Costa Mesa, CA?

Full service catering packages range from $100 to $5,000 and average around $1,000.

Which are the most popular caterers in Costa Mesa, CA?

Some of the most popular caterers in this area include Big Oven Pizza, Fire & Wood Catering and LaLa Taco Catering.

Do catering packages include serving staff?

Yes! 35% of packages in Costa Mesa, CA include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Costa Mesa, CA accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 26 offer kosher services and 52 offer vegetarian packages. You can search on Zola for caterers who can accommodate nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, halal and vegan diets as well!

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