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We are experts in planning, organizing, and creating menus for your event.

We provide you not only with the perfect menu, but we also take care of other aspects related to your event, including themes, logistics, decoration, drinks, and much more. From the beginning to the end, leaving you with an unforgettable experience.

Our passion is authentic food and good service.

Our dedicated and highly creative team of employees is unrivaled in their knowledge of food and the processes of event production. From small gatherings of dinners of 10 to gala dinners of thousands, all our events have a common thread: the overwhelming satisfaction of our clients. Our talented staff and brilliant Executive Chef Omar Diaz have earned DCLA Catering the long-standing trust of a diverse set of clientele and maintained our reputation for quality food, unique design, and unwavering attention to detail.

25 years of experience creating unforgettable moments and delighting palates.

CORE VALUES

  • Professionalism
  • Integrity
  • Creativity
  • Teamwork

These principles, combined with the level of personalized service extended to our clients, have secured a loyal following for us and an excellent reputation in Los Angeles, Bel Air Beverly Hills, Malibu, Thousand Oaks, Glendale, Burbank, DTLA Commerce, Orange County, San Diego, and surrounding cities.

  • OUR KITCHEN

At DCLA Catering, client satisfaction and culinary expertise are at the heart of everything we do.

Serving up delicious and seasonal cuisine in Los Angeles for over 25 years, our commitment to quality, taste, and presentation guarantees each event is a gastronomic success.

Our catering team works closely with clients to design custom menus that appeal to every palate. We offer a robust selection of international and specialty appetizers, entrees, desserts, and beverages, as well as dishes adapted for dietary restrictions (gluten-free, lactose-free, vegan, and vegetarian).

  • CREATIVE SOLUTIONS

DCLA offers creative solutions to meet our client's needs and deliver truly memorable experiences. We handle all the details and orchestrate every aspect of the service so that our clients can sit back and enjoy the occasion.

With more than 25 years of experience in the sector, it offers you a personalized service, taking care of every detail to make your event a unique day. We seek excellence in the product, the production process, and the organization of the event.

DAVID SUTTON and OMAR DIAZ are chefs specializing in international cuisine and founders of LA VILLA CAFE RESTAURANT & CATERING. They offer a unique approach that has changed the way of perceiving and experiencing themed cuisine.

Also, it is important to remember that DAVID SUTTON was on the opening team of the LAX and Marina del Rey Marriot Hotels, Executive Chef at the Los Angeles Convention Center as an Executive Chef for 16 years and 20 years at DCLA Catering.

  • THE TEAM

We know your event is special and requires a highly professional team to manage all the ins and outs. You're in good hands with DCLA. Our seasoned chefs and servers go the extra mile to make sure that every event runs smoothly.

  • WHY CHOOSE US?

Excellence in execution.

We go beyond preparing delicious food. Our experienced and committed team takes care of all the details of the catering service, giving you the opportunity to be a guest at your own event. In addition to offering an exceptional dining experience, we specialize in event production, ensuring that every aspect, from décor to logistics, is masterfully handled.

DCLA Catering is a Los Angeles, California-based wedding caterer.

  • Black-owned
  • Asian-owned
  • Hispanic or Latinx-owned
  • LGBTQ+-owned
  • Native American-owned
  • Pacific Islander-owned
  • Veteran-owned
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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

$90

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

$70

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$27

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

$30

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?

$20

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

Limited Bar
House Beer
House Wine
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
BBQ
French
German
Greek
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
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
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
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Reviews of DCLA Catering

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Rafael C. Sent on 03/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful..

The best food service for events in Los Angeles.
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Jd Brown Sent on 04/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A well-earned FIVE stars!

David’s Catering is phenomenal. We had come to know owner David Sutton from various events that he catered, and we just knew that we needed to hire him and his incredible (and kind) team for our wedding. He met with us a few times to perfect our menu. David accepted the challenge to help us recreate some of our favorite vegetarian meals from some of our favorite spots around Los Angeles. He took such great care in crafting these dishes so our wedding menu was just as we desired and was so delicious as well. It helped that we had a three-day celebration so David’s culinary creativity and artistry had even more time to shine. DCLA went above and beyond with every detail to make our wedding marvelous. I am not sure how it happened, but we have very few pictures of the actual food because it was spectacular; people were having such a good time and enjoying the food way too much, I guess. A well-earned FIVE stars!


A selection of our menu items

HORS d’ OEUVRES
Cucumber Cup with Mango and Jicama Salsa, Mini Pupusa with Salvadorian Red Sauce, Mini Indian Samosas with dipping sauce, Grilled Cheese Sandwich with imported Sharp Aged Cheddar Cheese and Tart Green Apple Slices, and Fried Green Tomato Sliders with French Style Remoulade Sauce and David’s homemade Bread & Butter Pickles

SPECIALTY DRINK
Avocolada Smoothie

SALADS
Baby Spinach with candied kumquats and pecans, Mixed greens with Manchego cheese, green apple, Shields’ dates, and balsamic vinaigrette, and Israeli couscous with fresh mint and citrus juices from orange and grapefruit

SIDES
Asparagus Spears with Rosemary and Goat Cheese and Small Roasted Potatoes with Root Vegetables

ENTRÉES
Mushroom Risotto and Sage and Sweet Potato Gnocchi:

DESSERT BAR
Persimmon Pudding (a family recipe), and David’s famous Macaroons

TACO BAR (from first night event)
Jackfruit Carnitas with BBQ Sauce, Butternut Squash & Sautéed Mushrooms, Omar’s Homemade Mole, Tempura Squash Blossom filled with Mexican Cheese and Spices, and Fresh Pineapple Agua Fresca
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Carol L. Sent on 03/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Omar is the best!

After attending the party of a friend, I was a fan. Not only is the food delicious and beautifully presented, but the chef is a warm and generous person. The wait staff was also professional and excellent. The high quality of the whole package is not reflected in the prices. The prices are shockingly reasonable.

When Omar learned that we were having a grand opening event for the Venice Heritage Museum, he did not hesitate to help us out and sponsored the event with a gorgeous spread for our VIP reception. I will definitely be calling Omar to cater one of my own parties, in the future. He is the best!
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Team

DAVID  SUTTON
DAVID SUTTON
FOUNDER / CEO

From his early days on an Idaho family farm, fresh and healthy food has long been a part of David's life. “One of the best kept secrets in LA” is his 30 plus years providing impeccable catering to the Greater Los Angeles area. David’s early study at the Culinary Institute of America in Connecticut led him to restaurant and off-site catering. Executive positions at LA Marriott Hotels. From there he served as Executive Chef at the Los Angeles Convention Center. He desired to chart his own path which led him to create David Catering, now known as DCLA Catering. David knows the most important requirement for a caterer is to listen to his clients and offer his guidance to bring his clients vision to life. David ’s team also share his work ethic, David continues to impart his knowledge with clients, Chefs and the entire DCLA Catering team. David treats his staff as if they were family.

OMAR  DIAZ
OMAR DIAZ
CHEF EJECUTIVO / VICEPRESIDENTE

Omar began learning early about authentic cuisine while at his mother's side in Puebla, Mexico. The youngest of five, his family all worked in the hospitality industry which led Omar to culinary school and a senior position at El Paraje and Rancho Colorado in Puebla (Mexico). Omar decided to leave Pueblo and to move to America to expand his culinary vision. Omar met David, who brought him to DCLA Catering. Omar has continued his training under David’s expertise and has expanded his knowledge to include a American, Italian, Mexican and Greek cuisine to name a few. As Executive Chef, he collaborates with David and our clients to create unique menus for their events. Omar has a keen eye for presentation of cuisine. He works closely with the cooks and other staff he directs. He knows they share the same enthusiasm and together they exceed our clients’ expectations. In any situation, you will find Omar organized and efficient and always with a smile on his face. David’s early study at the Culinary Institute of America in Connecticut led him to restaurant and off-site catering. Executive positions at LA Marriott Hotels. From there he served as Executive Chef at the Los Angeles Convention Center. He desired to chart his own path which led him to create David Catering, now known as DCLA Catering. David knows the most important requirement for a caterer is to listen to his clients and offer his guidance to bring his clients vision to life. David ’s team also share his work ethic, David continues to impart his knowledge with clients, Chefs and the entire DCLA Catering team. David treats his staff as if they were family.

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