Cafe Soleil was a pleasure to work with for our wedding on 10/11/25. They were incredibly responsive via email to all of my questions and very organized- I could rely 100% on the team to keep track of everything related to catering and set up, which was amazing since I didn’t have a wedding planner. The food tasted amazing- I had many of my guests come up to me and tell me it was the best food they’ve had at a wedding. The team was wonderful and very organized on the day of the wedding and most importantly for my peace of mind on that day I had zero anxiety about anything going wrong on things the team was handling. Thank you so much Cafe Soleil!

We had our wedding at Brazilian Room in 2025. Cafe Soleil was a great experience from the tasting all the way through to the actual wedding day. We tasted a couple of other caterers and Cafe Soleil was the best one. They were super responsive and great to work with. They were also flexible with what foods that we wanted. The porcini ravioli was a big hit!

Jen and her team catered our wedding at the Brazilian room this October. The night was truly magical from start to finish and a huge part of that had to do with the delicious food and unparalleled service provided by Cafe Soleil. Jen was the first caterer we met with, and we were sold right off the bat. Not only was all the food she provided at her free tasting phenomenal, but she was a truly delightful and kind person who was happy to work with us to make the evening everything we had hoped for. We met with one caterer after her, and there was no contest. The personal touch that she brings and the love that she truly has for what she does and the people who work for her was undeniably unique. Cecy was easy to communicate with and very responsive when it came to organize all of the details after our initial meeting. All in all, Cafe Soleil made our wedding beautiful, tasty, and most importantly effortlessj on our part. We cannot recommend them enough!!

Jen and Cecy and the team at Cafe Soleil catered our wedding at the Brazilian Room, and it was a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely delicious, they took care of *everything* in the venue, and they were truly a joy to work with. Cecy was very responsive, professional, and patient with our many questions and requests.

During the reception, the staff was wonderful with the passed appetizers and the bar, and the servers took care of us (bride and groom) with special attention. At the end of the evening, once our guests were done with the bar, the bartender even came out on the dance floor to teach us a line dance. :-)

Jen is a treasure: her professionalism is suffused with genuine warmth, and we felt well taken care of from the very beginning of the process. And did I mention the food was amazing?

5 stars across the board!

We got married in November 2023 at the Brazilian Room in Berkeley, CA, and our decision to choose Café Soleil as our wedding caterer turned out to be one of the best decisions we made throughout the entire planning process.

Our journey with Café Soleil began when we discovered them at an open house for the Brazilian Room. As soon as we tried their porcini raviolis, we realized we found something amazing. The flavors were fantastic, and we were hooked right away. Excited to try more, we set up a tasting at Café Soleil, where Jennifer, the Owner and Chef, impressed us with a variety of delicious dishes.

Jennifer's attention to detail and thoroughness stood out during our tasting. She took the time to walk us through the entire process, presenting us with a diverse selection of options. Her passion for her craft and commitment to making our wedding special truly made us feel like we were in capable hands.

As we moved forward with the wedding planning, Cecy, the Event Manager at Café Soleil, became our main point of contact. Her customer service was impeccable, and her extensive knowledge made the planning process smooth and stress-free. Cecy's prompt responses and commitment to quality truly set the tone for our entire experience.

On the wedding day, Candance, the Lead at Café Soleil, took charge of ensuring everything ran seamlessly. From checking in with us throughout the event to keeping us informed of the timeline, Candance went above and beyond. Her attention to detail and genuine concern for our well-being added a personal touch to the entire experience.

The highlight of our wedding, according to both us and our guests, was undoubtedly the food. Café Soleil offered an impressive variety, accommodating both meat eaters and vegetarians. The porcini raviolis, which initially stole our hearts, continued to be the star of the show!

To sweeten the deal, we opted for Café Soleil's dessert bar, featuring a delightful assortment of mini fruit tarts, cupcakes, cheesecakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, brownies, and cookies. Our guests raved about the variety, and it added the perfect finishing touch to our celebration.

Café Soleil's pricing was fair and transparent, including a complimentary food tasting, event planning, serving staff, china, glassware, flatware, chargers, choice of entrees and sides, salad, sautéed veggies, bread/butter, spa water, lemonade, coffee, cake cutting, full setup, and teardown. Their BYO Alcohol option allowed us to provide our own drinks while Café Soleil took care of serving our guests.

A truly memorable and heartwarming moment during our wedding was when my sister got a couple of the Café Soleil staff members joined us on the dance floor. It went beyond the usual client-vendor relationship – their willingness to share in the joyous celebration made us feel a genuine connection, turning the event into a shared experience rather than just a service provided. It added a personal touch that we will forever cherish.

Café Soleil played a pivotal role in making our wedding truly amazing. Their culinary expertise, attentive staff, and commitment to excellence ensured that our special day exceeded all expectations. We wholeheartedly recommend Café Soleil to anyone looking to elevate their wedding experience with exceptional catering services. Without a doubt, they contributed significantly to the unforgettable memories we created on our big day.

I booked Cafe Soleil as my caterer for our wedding at the Brazilian Room in Berkeley, CA. We mainly communicated with the event manager, Cecy, but met the owner, Jen, at the complimentary tasting she offers. They are both super nice and Cecy is very responsive and organized. The food at the tasting was delicious! And just to be clear, the food at the wedding was just as delicious! I was worried as wedding food is never really that great but we even got compliments from our guests about how good it was. If you go to a tasting, make sure you come hungry as the portions are big! I was surprised how generous Jen was. The porcini ravioli and chicken marsala are my favorites. Jen was also very accommodating in being more flexible in the selections we could choose for our wedding menu. In addition, the pricing was also very reasonable. I am very very happy we went with Cafe Soleil as our caterer and trust me, you will be too.

We booked the Brazil Room in Berkeley for our wedding and chose Cafe Soleil after exploring a few options on their approved vendor list. We are so glad we went with Cafe Soleil!

The staff - Extremely respectful and kind to our guests. We felt they were proactive and accountable for running the show on the day of. Not much more to say, other than they are clearly a well-oiled and professional team.

Management - Jen, Cecy, and the whole team made the planning process very easy, and then really delivered on the special wedding day. They clearly have a LOT of experience not only catering, but working out the details around the wedding itself (schedule / timeline, floorplan, decorations, lighting, outdoor amenities, etc.). Their experience helped us avoid any potential issues, and their guidance was crucial in making sure everything ran smoothly. Cecy is a star - extremely organized and communicative throughout the whole process. They were quick to respond to all our little questions during the planning phase and gave timely reminders as the wedding day approached. It was also extremely helpful to tap into their trusted network of vendors and related services and be able to rest easy knowing these additional vendors were tried and tested.

The food - Simply stellar. We got nothing but compliments from our friends and family. They were extremely accommodating with allergies and food restrictions, and helped us coordinate these requirements. We chose to do the buffet option, and there was more than enough food for everybody. The menu is huge and gives lots of options to choose from for dinner - there is something for every type of wedding. We got to meet with Jen during the initial tasting to talk through any questions and concerns, but the quality of the food is ultimately what clinched the deal for us.

Cafe Soleil was the best caterer we could have asked for. Not only was the food incredible but Jen & Cecy were SO easy to work with. What could have been a very stressful process--was smooth sailing. Cecy was super responsive, attentive & accommodating to our needs. Our guests were thrilled with the food. Even a few weeks after the wedding, our guests are still bringing up their favorite apps (bacon wrapped filet mignon) and food (mushroom raviolis). We couldn't recommend Cafe Soleil enough! We are very happy with how everything turned out.

Cafe Soleil was the best decision we made for our wedding. Their service is exceptional - Cecy was the most responsive and organized of any vendor we hired (planner included), their services were very high value compared to other options we encountered in the area, the food was delicious. Cannot recommend Cafe Soleil highly enough.

Cafe Soleil did a terrific job for our wedding at the Brazilian Room this past summer! Jen and Cecy were responsive and helpful throughout a challenging process that involved a reschedule due to the pandemic.

At the wedding all of the staff were so helpful and friendly, and went above and beyond to help us and our guests to have a great event. And the food tasted just as great as it did during our tasting at the cafe. Would definitely recommend!