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Juliana Barrientos
Juliana Barrientos
Owner

Hispanic or Latinx-owned, Woman-owned

17 years in business

We speak English & Spanish

50 team members

Based in Chicago, Illinois, Cocina Fusion offers catering services to clients planning weddings and special events. This catering company has worked with high-end venues and exclusive kitchens throughout its tenure. Cocina Fusion's chefs specialize in Latin fusion and traditional Mexican cuisine, however, they also offer a selection of Italian dishes.

Experience

For over 20 years, the team at Cocina Fusion has been tasked with delivering delicious, mouth-watering recipes. Answering this call, Chef Anaxi Ayala has drawn inspiration from his Latino heritage to craft scrumptious meals. Combining this base with various American styles, Cocina Fusion presents new and innovative flavors.

Cuisine

Couples can choose from three styles of menus, including Latin & American fusion, traditional Mexican, or Italian. Latin & American fusion provides vegetarian options in addition to reinvented classics, like a vegetable tostada, pasilla steak, and chimichurri chicken. The traditional Mexican menu offers classic favorites as well as a customizable taco bar. Finally, the Italian menu provides a variety of pasta-based dishes, like lasagna and shrimp scampi. Couples can complete their meal offerings by adding on sweets, such as a satisfying crepe or charming churro bar.

Pricing information

$120 starting price
$160
Average price

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FAQ

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

$110

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

$100

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$110

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

$50

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
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?

Open Bar
House Beer
House Wine
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
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
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
Caribbean
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mexican
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
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
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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Reviews of Cocina Fusion

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Cocina Fusion is consistently praised for their exceptional food and service for weddings. Guests rave about the flavors, presentation, and variety of dishes, particularly highlighting the chimichurri steak and cocktails. The staff, especially Cindy, are commended for their professionalism, attentiveness, and seamless execution, making the planning process stress-free. From the taco bar to the thoughtful gestures like bringing appetizers to the newlyweds, Cocina Fusion's outstanding team and delicious food create unforgettable wedding experiences, earning them high recommendations.

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Cocina Fusion is consistently praised for their exceptional food and service for weddings. Guests rave about the flavors, presentation, and variety of dishes, particularly highlighting the chimichurri steak and cocktails. The staff, especially Cindy, are commended for their professionalism, attentiveness, and seamless execution, making the planning process stress-free. From the taco bar to the thoughtful gestures like bringing appetizers to the newlyweds, Cocina Fusion's outstanding team and delicious food create unforgettable wedding experiences, earning them high recommendations.

Julia
Julia Sent on 04/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST of the best

We cannot say enough amazing things about Cocina Fusion! They absolutely went above and beyond for our wedding, and we are still getting compliments from our guests about how incredible the food was. The taco and steak stations they provided were out of this world — everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.

Beyond just the food, their full service was outstanding. The team helped the entire day flow so smoothly, allowing my husband and me to truly relax and enjoy every moment. Working with Cindy was such a pleasure — she was professional, kind, and so genuinely invested in making our day perfect.

We are endlessly grateful for Cocina Fusion and would recommend them a million times over to anyone looking for unforgettable catering. Thank you for making our wedding day even more special
Molly
Molly Sent on 03/24/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Stop your search.. Cocina Fusion is the best!

The hype is SO real!! We booked Cocina Fusion before our tasting based on their reviews and taco bar offering, and it was the best decision ever. Cindy and the entire team went above and beyond to make our day truly special. Everything was perfect, from the tasting to the actual wedding day. Even though the team is incredibly busy, Cindy always took the time to respond to any questions leading up to the big day. So many of our guests raved about the food and drinks. I highly recommend Cocina Fusion to anyone planning a wedding or event!
Daniel
Daniel Sent on 12/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best food at the best price!

I cannot recommend Cocina Fusion enough as a wedding caterer! From the moment we tasted their food, we knew they were the perfect fit for our special day. Not only was their food the best tasting out of all the caterers we tried, but their prices were also incredibly reasonable. Their chimichurri steak was an absolute standout - it was the best I've ever had. But it wasn't just the main course that impressed us. The appetizers and cocktails were equally delicious and beautifully presented.

But what truly sets Cocina Fusion apart is their exceptional service. They made sure that my partner and I actually got to eat on our wedding day by bringing apps to our suite right after the ceremony. It was such a thoughtful gesture and truly made us feel taken care of (highly recommend the empanadas for this part!).

The staff at Cocina Fusion were also amazing. They were professional, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure our guests were well taken care of. Overall, Cocina Fusion exceeded all of our expectations and played a huge role in making our wedding day perfect. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a dream caterer - they truly are the best in Chicago. Thank you to Cindy and everyone at Cocina Fusion for making our special day even more memorable!
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Cocina Fusion is so amazing to work with! They have everything you want in a caterer in Chicago - amazing food, and even better service. I love that the owners are the ones who actually create your menu AND cook your food. It really gives them something special compared to everyone else. They have a fun flair and unique menu items but they will also CUSTOMIZE a menu to anything you want. I have seen them make blackened catfish and a biscuit bar (which was totally off menu for them!) for one of my clients and it was still incredible. I highly recommend them!

Room 1520 Room 1520 Rooftop Weddings

Excellent food and service! And wonderful people:)

Stan Mansion Stan Mansion Mansion Weddings

Juliana and her team are incredible to work with! Always a seem less perfect event when Cocina Fusion is catering! Stan Mansion loves having you here and your food is awesome! Hats off to the Chef!

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Cocina Fusion frequently asked questions

At Cocina Fusion, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Cocina Fusion includes:
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • Signature Drink
Cocina Fusion offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Cocina Fusion 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 Cocina Fusion, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Caribbean
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mexican
  • Spanish
At Cocina Fusion, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Halal
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Cocina Fusion provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Cocina Fusion offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Cocina Fusion is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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