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California Rose Catering & Special Events

Caterer · Berkeley, CA

4.9 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · 11 photos
96%five-star reviews
0%reviews answered by the owner
Jul 2026latest review

California Rose Catering & Special Events at a glance

Google reviewers rate California Rose Catering & Special Events 4.9 out of 5 based on 24 reviews. Customers frequently highlight the quality of the food, flexible menu customization, and professional communication during planning. Recurring themes include reliable service, punctuality, and the ability to accommodate last-minute requests or dietary preferences. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are five stars.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 24 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 24 Google reviews (20 with written comments, 2 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: July 18, 2026.
  • Service: Event Planner serving Berkeley, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 13, 2026.

Star ratings

24 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2396%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars14%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 20 written reviews

  • Praise18100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude528%
  • Speed & response528%
  • Communication422%
  • Quality & results317%
  • Price & value16%

What customers talk about

We read 20 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Our point of contact and coordinator was Adrian, who is super organized and kind.”
  • “The communication from the team is clear and prompt.”
  • “They hosted a tasting prior to our wedding and carefully listened to our feedback to create a custom menu that perfectly reflected our tastes.”
  • “From the delicious menu with a couple custom requests, to the top notch service!”
  • “The food is always great and the prices are reasonable.”

People customers mention

  • Dov 9 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 24 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Team members customers mention
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Tam Cao10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tam has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We had them for our wedding. The food from the tasting is already great. I wouldnt expect the wedding food would be better, but IT DID! All of our guests loved it. This is how food is cooked with love and passion. The menu is slightly experimental from the chef with our customized requests. The communication from the team is clear and prompt. Couldnt asked for more. Highly reccomended!

Alessandro Tognaccini6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alessandro has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

California Rose was the caterer for our wedding and they nailed every single thing we hoped for and more. From the delicious menu with a couple custom requests, to the top notch service! Not only did we notice how much passion and appreciation for weddings they had, many of my guests also brought up how awesome the team was, from the bartender to the staff who were plating at the buffet. In weddings it can get incredibly stressful for everyone because of the crowd management and timelines for the reception, but they delivered on an unforgettable experience. Everything from the buttery/flaky halibut, to juicy chicken and even the amazing charred broccolini. Every part of that meal was fantastic! Even the pesto pasta side dish was awesome and my relatives from Italy gave it the thumbs up! Please consider this team for your event.

Tato Corcoran SetterboLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tato has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I don’t even know how to begin describing how critical CA Rose & team was in making my wedding the definition of perfection. We wanted upscale tacos for our wedding and the execution was flawless. Adrian and her team are the epitome of professionals. The presentation was perfect, and on top of alit all they were really fun people to have at the event 😊 Frankly if you’re deciding between CA Rose and someone else for your event, you’re crazy if you don’t pick CA Rose!!! Thank you thank you to everyone on their team!

Hannah Davis9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

California Rose Catering did such an amazing job with our wedding and we are so grateful. We - and our families - have so much gratitude for the amazing job California Rose did for our wedding. We chose family style for our wedding, and the service was amazing. The food - with a custom menu created by Chef Dov - was so delicious. We also had a dessert bar via California Rose that was also spectacular. Many of our guests told us they loved the food, and we are still receiving compliments on the food and service about about month out. Our point of contact and coordinator was Adrian, who is super organized and kind. She helped guide us through the process with patience and expertise. She also helped our wedding go smoothly and coordinated all the details amazingly. The California Rose team was always quick to respond to emails. The planning process for our wedding involved a phone consult as well as an in person tasting, both of which were easy to set up. California Rose took care of our florals and rentals, and made those items really easy to take care of.

Rachael TissLocal Guide · 29 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rachael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We cannot say enough about California Rose Catering and their exceptional team. From the moment we first tasted their food, we knew they were the perfect choice for our wedding. Our top priorities were delicious food and a lively dance floor, and California Rose exceeded our expectations in both areas. They ensured that everyone was well-fed and hydrated before the party started, and the drinks flowed freely throughout the night. We opted for family-style service, which allowed our guests to enjoy a variety of dishes. The appetizers, entrees, and desserts were all absolutely delicious and received rave reviews from everyone. Chef Dov and Adrian were incredible to work with. They hosted a tasting prior to our wedding and carefully listened to our feedback to create a custom menu that perfectly reflected our tastes. Adrian was a true MVP. She was incredibly responsive, detailed, and organized. She patiently answered all of our questions and helped us plan the wedding menu + dining experience of our dreams. We are so grateful to California Rose Catering for making our wedding a culinary masterpiece. Their exceptional food, service, and professionalism made our special day even more memorable.

Raquel Ramsey-SheltonLocal Guide · 590 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Raquel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This is the same place as Cafe Alley

Jared LLocal Guide · 146 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jared has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

5/5

Simone SimsLocal Guide · 67 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Simone has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Best family run caterer in Berkeley!!! Excellent choices, great tasting menu Amazing set up. #1 in customer satisfaction

Erin Lui5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Erin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

After meeting the staff and doing a tasting with Chef Dov, we knew instantly that California Rose was the way to go for our wedding! Chef Dov was flexible with our food preferences and helped us create a delicious menu for our wedding of 110 at Deer Park Villa. Jenn was very helpful throughout our wedding planning process as well. The team helped us transform our dinner reception into a romantic, beautiful atmosphere. The guests loved his food and mini desserts! Thank you California Rose team for making our big day so special!

Molly McCreery5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Molly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Chef Dov, Jenn, and the rest of the CA Rose team helped us create the pescatarian, family-style menu of our dreams for our wedding of 130 in Piedmont on 4/22/22. We have loved every aspect of working with them - they provided us with a cute and delicious set-down tasting, Jenn coordinated ALL of our rentals and made our floorplans, they helped us figure out our signature cocktails/booze situation, helped us design the perfect menu for our guests, and gave us endless guidance and advice along the way. Chef Dov is chill, warm, incredibly skilled, and just generally a wonderful person and business owner. Jenn was an MVP in so many ways, fun and easy to work with, kept the day running smoothly, and as far as I am concerned, can organize anything and still remain chill. The service the day of was impeccable - there were plates of food and drinks waiting for us every step of the way. I feel sad for those who say they don't eat at their own wedding, because this meal was one of the BEST of our lives, and I have never attended another wedding that I can say that about. Dov, Jenn, and everyone at CA Rose - thank you for everything. Food is such a big part of our lives, and it meant the world to us our guests loved the meal you created for us.

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