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Buckboard Catering & Events

El Cajon, CA View map Visit website
Rating 4.9 out of 5
16 reviews
Buckboard Catering & Events
Buckboard Catering & Events
Grazing Table - Farm Fresh
Grazing Table - Farm Fresh
Tri-Tip with Chimichurri Sauce
Tri-Tip with Chimichurri Sauce
Macadamia Mahi with Brocollini
Macadamia Mahi with Brocollini
Seasonal Melange
Seasonal Melange
Thai Chili Meatballs
Thai Chili Meatballs
Seared Scallop with Pancetta
Seared Scallop with Pancetta
More Grazing Table
More Grazing Table
Delicious Bread Pudding
Delicious Bread Pudding
Fresh Vegetables
Fresh Vegetables
Amazing Grazing Table
Amazing Grazing Table
Buckboard BBQ
Buckboard BBQ
The Brick Venue
The Brick Venue
Arugula Salad
Arugula Salad
Great Locations
Great Locations
Moniker Warehouse
Moniker Warehouse
Mango Mojo Ceviche
Mango Mojo Ceviche
Baby Back Rib Bones
Baby Back Rib Bones
Berry Balsamic Crostini
Berry Balsamic Crostini
Spring Lamb Lollipops with Min
Spring Lamb Lollipops with Min
Great Venues
Great Venues
Amazing Appetizers
Amazing Appetizers
Mac and Cheese Tartlet
Mac and Cheese Tartlet
Pulled Pork Cornbread Bites
Pulled Pork Cornbread Bites
Chipotle Churrasco Steak
Chipotle Churrasco Steak
Zucchini Gremolata
Zucchini Gremolata
Farmhouse Portrait
Farmhouse Portrait

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About

Buckboard Catering and Events provides an array of delectable options for weddings and other special occasions throughout the San Diego area. Our experienced team of chefs are dedicated to providing award-winning food presentation combined with amazing service on every event. We are partnered with incredible venues to provide an unforgettable experience for any event. Whether it is a quaint private dinner or a large wedding buffet we can provide your big day with amazing culinary options.

CUISINE AND SERVICES

Buckboard Catering and Events focuses on elegant farm-to-fork catering service inspired by various modern flavors and locally sourced ingredients. Your Wedding Plan can include stationed and tray passed appetizers, grazing tables, extensive buffet structure, personal family style service or formal plated options. Wedding packages that include additional rentals such as tables, chairs, linens, glassware and bar service are also available.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

$100

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

$60

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$60

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

$24

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
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar
House Beer
House Wine
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

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
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Lunch
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Asian
BBQ
Cajun
Caribbean
French
Greek
Italian
Latin American
Mediterranean
Mexican
Sandwiches
Seafood
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
No Pork
Halal
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Liquor License
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Limited Bar
Open Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine
Specialty Wine
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Outside Alcohol

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

16 Reviews

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Rated
4.9
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Recommended by 99% of couples
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    Rating 4.9 out of 5

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    Crystal
    Crystal M. Married on 12/31/2020
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    Simply Divine

    Choosing Buckboard Catering was the best decision!
    Out of all the crazy ups and downs with the wedding planning, Crystal made the food and drinks effortless and enjoyable! She was able to design a perfect menu for us that spoke to bother of our tastes. The cherry on top of choosing Buckboard? They provided a great bartender that was equally fabulous! I’m glad to see they only have people on their a-game as a part of their team.
    Say yes to Buckboard before you say “I do”!
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    Kim Married on 04/28/2018
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    Buckboard was awesome!! My husband and I feel super lucky to have worked with such a talented, fun, and professional team for our wedding at the Martin Johnson House in La Jolla April 2018. Our guests RAVED and RAVED about the food - it's now 3 months after our wedding and our guests are still talking about how delicious the food was! Our event manager was Crystal, and she and her team (including the bartender!) totally understood our vibe and the mood we wanted to present on our wedding day. Everything from the food, table presentations, market lighting, staff and suggestions on how to lay out the setting was perfect. Crystal made sure everything flowed smoothly, and was so awesome in everything she did. We are so thankful for her help and guidance throughout the planning of the wedding to the execution on our wedding day. We highly recommend Buckboard and Crystal for any event. Thanks again for everything Crystal and Buckboard!
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    Maggie Married on 11/22/2015
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    We got married at the Martin Johnson House, and Buckboard was on our list of preferred caterers that we were required to stick to. We were almost ready to go with Piatti when we stopped by the venue to look around for fun and ran into Bill setting up a wedding. We got to chatting and he immediately sold us on Buckboard without even trying to! We cannot say enough wonderful things about Bill, Veronica, and the entire staff at Buckboard Catering. They are so organized and on top of every detail, and truly go above and beyond the duties of a caterer. They gave us a wonderful all vegetarian fall themed menu that fit our budget, and even picked up kosher meals for family members that needed them. They accommodated all of our ridiculous dietary restrictions with a smile, and the whole staff was really wonderful to work with. Bill was our primary contact throughout the planning process, and he was ALWAYS available, no matter how busy he was with other events. We really cannot stress enough how wonderful this company was to work with! Everyone loved the food, vegetarian or not!
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Awards

  • 16
  • WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Map

975 Greenfield Drive El Cajon, CA, 92021
(858) 748-1617
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Catering San Diego
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Buckboard Catering & Events frequently asked questions

At Buckboard Catering & Events, what does the full wedding catering service cost include?

At Buckboard Catering & Events, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware

At Buckboard Catering & Events, what does the bar service starting price include?

The bar service starting price at Buckboard Catering & Events includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink

What event services does Buckboard Catering & Events offer for weddings?

Buckboard Catering & Events offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up

What catering services does Buckboard Catering & Events provide for weddings?

Buckboard Catering & Events offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Dessert
  • Family Style
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Lunch
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings

What types of cuisine can you find at Buckboard Catering & Events?

At Buckboard Catering & Events, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Cajun
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Sandwiches
  • Seafood
  • Spanish

What dietary needs can be accomodated at Buckboard Catering & Events?

At Buckboard Catering & Events, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • No Pork
  • Halal
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

What type of bar services does Buckboard Catering & Events provide for wedding events?

Buckboard Catering & Events provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Liquor License
  • Bartender(s)
  • Cash Bar
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • Specialty Beer
  • House Wine
  • Specialty Wine
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Outside Alcohol

What type of food and beverage items does Buckboard Catering & Events provide for wedding services?

To cater to all tastes, Buckboard Catering & Events offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens

What percentage of users recommend Buckboard Catering & Events and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?

Buckboard Catering & Events is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in average response time, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.

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