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Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering is a social and corporate event caterer and a preferred caterer at all the major venues in the Phoenix area. At Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering, our mission is to create unforgettable events by exceeding your expectations with innovative cuisine, exceptional service and creative presentation. We specialize in midsize to large events that serve restaurant quality food with a heavy focus on local and seasonal food.

Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering was formally known as Santa Barbara Catering.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$65

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$65

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$33

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$23

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
China
Flatware

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

African
American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering

Dws
Dws Sent on 03/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating

We love asbc!

ASBC absolutely knocked it out of the park for our wedding! We hosted a brunch reception and requested an all-vegetarian menu. My husband gave a lot of input during the planning stage- he's a big foodie- and our coordinator Stephanie accomodated every request with no problem. Our tasting was phenomenal and we were able to ask for a few small changes during that time, including adding a gluten-free bread option for one dish and making sure the bloody mary mix that would be served at the bar during cocktail hour was vegetarian too. The day-of experience couldn't be beat. Everything felt seamless, the bartender was wonderful, and I've since heard from guests that no one "missed the meat" lol. We're so thrilled Stephanie and her team were a part of our day.
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Kelley Sent on 04/04/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing food!!

They did an amazing job. Can’t complain about the food at all!
Wendy
Wendy Sent on 11/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The best!

From the tastings to the final execution Artisan by Santa Barbara was excellent! Our guests raved about the food and loved the family style dinner. Even our vegetarians were happy! You MUST order the chipotle mashed potatoes. Their onsite staff moved about the event effortlessly and kept all of the guests happy and well served. The bartenders remembered the guest’s orders and kept the bar lines moving quickly. They are a must have for your next event.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth Sent on 10/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Dining Experience Your Guests Will Ever Have

When my now-husband and I first dined at one of Santa Barbara Catering's restaurants, we immediately knew we had to have them cater our wedding. The variety of delectable food items made our mouths water and the taste is like nothing we’ve ever had before! Every hors d'oeuvre and entree we sampled had outstanding flavor and was displayed beautifully, even as a buffet. The vegetables were fresh and cooked just right, and the tortilla and parmesan crusted chicken breast was to die for! Our guests are STILL texting me saying how much they loved the food we had at the wedding!

Not only was the food delicious, but Santa Barbara Catering’s service and attention to detail was second to none. Our tables, linens and decor were laid out exactly as I envisioned. The beautiful colored napkins and fruitwood chairs really classed up our event and made the reception all the more gorgeous. Nobody was ever without food or drink in hand thanks to the fabulous wait staff who was working our event. There was even a gentleman who came all the way out to where we were taking photos with our photographers (which was a several minute walk from the reception) just to bring my groom and I water and hors d'oeuvres to make sure we weren’t getting faint or too hungry to continue.

We had the most beautiful, delicious dinner we could possibly have hoped for and we cannot recommend Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering Company enough! If you’re having an upcoming event, you’d be making a huge mistake by not hiring this company!
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Carolina Sent on 12/18/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I keep getting more and more compliments about the food at my wedding! All my guest were really happy with the menu. They were also willing to work with me on certain food items, and everything was amazing! Highly recommend them!
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Sarah Sent on 12/11/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Such a fabulous team! I had Santa Barbara cater our wedding at The Farm at South Mountain, and my guests couldn't stop raving about the food!! We were in love with how they captured our vision for our special day, and the staff was so nice and helpful! Our event captain took care of us all night, and was so sweet to make sure our glasses were always full. Highly recommend!!!
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Jynelle Sent on 02/27/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had to use Santa Barbara Catering based on our Venue. Although we did not have a choice, if I were to plan an event and have an option, I would choose them in a heart beat! The food is unlike any typical wedding/banquet food I've had at other events. They have SO MANY options to choose from and you can really customize as much or as little at you'd like (you get what you're willing to pay for). We were also offered a tasting which really helped us feel confident in our choices on the food.
J
Janelle Sent on 12/14/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Our venue was at The Farm at South Mountain, so we automatically had to have Santa Barbara Catering for our wedding, but I am so glad we did!!! The food was absolutely amazing, along with the staff. We had a BBQ style selection that they kept hot and ready to go throughout the evening. The staff was professional and very kind. They are a little pricey, but worth every penny!!!
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Alana Sent on 10/31/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I can't say enough good things about this company. The food was absolutely excellent, as well as the service. Melissan was the easiest vendor a bride could imagine working with. She was quick to respond to my emails and offered many different options so that we could afford SBC. In then end, we couldn't imagine a better company to have worked on our wedding. Thank you, Santa Barbara!!!
K
Kayla Sent on 05/09/2016
5 out of 5 rating
The food was to die for! I mean, far better than we even anticipated!! Our guests are still raving about the spinach stuffed chicken! Dinner service was splendid and the staff was so friendly and attentive! We couldn't have been happier! Santa Barbara did our food and drink service for 150 guests, including our open bar-this is why it was the most expensive part of our wedding!
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Awards

71
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
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I've worked many events with Santa Barbara Catering. They're an excellent organization and have great food.

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We have been working in the Wedding Industry for many years now. There is something about a company that has passion for what they do. We notice these little details as vendors and love working with Santa Barbara Catering Company for that reason. They always go above and beyond to ensure the client and the guests are treated like VIP's. They are very attentive to service and to every detail. We also appreciate that they always take care of our team when we are at an event. Whenever we get out to an event and see them there, we know it will be a great event because they are always one step ahead to create an amazing experience!

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Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering frequently asked questions

At Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • China
  • Flatware
Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Artisan by Santa Barbara Catering is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.

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