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Five Course Provisions is a catering company that can create bespoke menus for weddings throughout the Bay Area and beyond. This business' Michelin-trained chefs and experienced team collaborate to create unique experiences for each client based on their vision, goals, and menu preferences. Led by Chef Johnny Alvarez & Eric Rubio, these caterers can produce unique, modern menus that flawlessly complement any special occasion.

Cuisine

Five Course Provisions offers a range of seasonal menus using the finest and freshest ingredients possible. If you're getting wed in the springtime you can expect delights such as lamb duo, slow-cooked sea bass, English pea agnolotti, and more. The summertime has equally impressive and delicate dishes whereas winter menus are more hearty. Depending on your occasion, all of their menus can capture Michelin-level elegance or refined comfort as they love building menus from scratch to create a truly one-of-a-kind experience for their clients.

Services Offered

Five Course Provisions can also handle all the other details for the event from rentals, service staff, and much more. Then, on the day of your wedding or gathering, all of the food can be delivered to your venue of choice before being set up however you wish. This can be in the form of multi-course plated menus, chef stations, passed canapés, Buffet and so much more. From setup to breakdown, this team will handle all the details, leaving you to focus on what really matters.

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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?

$75

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$90

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

$60

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$50

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

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
Champagne Toast
Premium 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
Asian
BBQ
French
Greek
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of Five Course Provision

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Five Course Provisions, led by Chef John and Chef Eric, received glowing reviews for their exceptional catering services at weddings. Reviewers praised the delicious and creatively tailored menus that reflected diverse backgrounds and personal tastes, consistently delivering high-quality food with stunning presentation. The team's professionalism, communication, and attention to detail stood out in creating a seamless and unforgettable dining experience for wedding guests. Customers highlighted the attentive service and the ability to customize menus to suit their preferences, making Five Course Provisions a highly recommended option for couples looking for top-notch catering for their special day.

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Five Course Provisions, led by Chef John and Chef Eric, received glowing reviews for their exceptional catering services at weddings. Reviewers praised the delicious and creatively tailored menus that reflected diverse backgrounds and personal tastes, consistently delivering high-quality food with stunning presentation. The team's professionalism, communication, and attention to detail stood out in creating a seamless and unforgettable dining experience for wedding guests. Customers highlighted the attentive service and the ability to customize menus to suit their preferences, making Five Course Provisions a highly recommended option for couples looking for top-notch catering for their special day.

Sydney
Sydney Sent on 09/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Food Your Guests Will Ever Have

Chef John is outstanding in every way. He worked closely with us to create a menu that reflected our personal tastes while staying within our budget. His culinary range spans a wide variety of cuisines, and every single dish we tried, whether at our tasting or on the wedding day, was consistently delicious.
Chef John’s depth of flavor, creativity, flexibility, and professionalism could easily qualify him to teach a master class. So many of our guests told us it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had.
If we had to choose one type of food to eat for the rest of our lives together, we’d choose Chef John’s every time. Seriously, if Chef John is an option for your wedding or event, don’t think twice. You won’t be disappointed.
R
Ryan Sent on 10/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The most memorable meal

We couldn't have asked for a better experience working with Chef John and Diana for our wedding. From start to finish, they were incredibly easy to work with and really took the time to listen to our story, creating a tailored menu that beautifully reflected our different backgrounds. Their creativity shone through in every dish, and their entire team went above and beyond to make our day special. We heard endless comments about how great the meal was from all our guests.

We're so grateful for all they did and how it all turned out.
A
Arati Sent on 06/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing food - big and small parties

Chef John Chef Eric and their teams have cooked twice for us. Once an intimate sit down dinner for a bday party for 15 people and more recently for 75 people for a garden party. Their flavors, presentation are incredible and the food just shows up seamlessly even when they are cooking for so many people. They spend a lot of time understanding what you want and tailor the menu exactly how you want it. Also, if you are vegetarian like us they have so many amazing options to prepare. I’ve really enjoyed working with them!
David
David Sent on 02/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Tasting

Chef John and Five Course Provisions are hard to beat. We haven’t had our wedding just yet but everything leading up to the tasting has been nothing but accommodating and great. Communication and professionalism was ever present in every conversation, phone or email, and even through the tasting. We arrived at our tasting and were introduced to our server and chef John. We went with an Asian fusion menu and were able to taste everything on the curated menu. Although we didn’t make any changes to the menu originally provided to us, we didn’t see the need to after tasting the foods. None of the food was overly seasoned to try and enhance the taste and everything tasted great. So many subtle flavors in each dish without a single flavor overpowering the plate. Our favorite was the short rib but we’re pleasantly surprised by the daikon and radish salad as well as some of the appetizers. We go to sit with the chef after the tasting and throughly go over the menu and the details of the wedding. We have no doubt that this was the caterer to choose for our wedding and we’re so excited to see the team again on our wedding day!
Marijana
Marijana Sent on 01/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

White glove service from start to finish!

We couldn’t have asked for a better catering experience throughout our wedding journey. From the very first consultation, to our tasting where my husband and our father's were left with a lasting impression (we were talking about it for weeks!), to the last bite of our delicious braised short rib, Five Course Provisions exceeded every expectation. 

John made it easy to bring to life the vision that I had for our wedding day. He made sure to incorporate elements that were a priority into our day and executed an astounding menu that uniquely blended both the Iranian and European cultures that were important to us. Our guests couldn't stop talking about how delicious our appetizers were during cocktail hour and how amazing the food was for dinner. John even came up with a Persian inspired mocktail for my husband's side of the family that consisted of Rose, Lemon & Pomegranate and it was a complete hit! Our top priority was making sure we booked a caterer that did not sacrifice quality over quantity. Food is a big part of our cultures and if I had to do our wedding reception over again, I would choose Five Course in a heartbeat. 

Beyond the five star quality of food, the service was excellent. The team was professional, friendly, and so attentive throughout the entire event. They worked seamlessly with our other vendors to ensure everything went off without a hitch. Throughout my experience, John would find ways to surprise and delight - I am so incredibly grateful. 

Five Course Provisions played a huge role in making our wedding day unforgettable. If you’re looking for a caterer who combines exceptional food with top-notch service, look no further! Thank you so much for helping create the wedding of our dreams!
Emily
Emily Sent on 12/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The best food ever!

Where do I even begin? Chef John and his team at Five Course Provisions made our wedding dining experience truly unforgettable! From start to finish, the food was absolutely incredible, and we can't thank him enough for the unforgettable flavors and presentation.
One of the highlights was the pressed juices Chef John made specially for us. We had a lot of kids and guests who don't drink alcohol, and the juices were a huge hit! They were refreshing, delicious, and something we hadn’t seen at any other wedding. The hor d’oeuvres were perfection, with my personal favorite being the tuna tartare bite.
The meal was perfectly cooked. We started with an amazing starter salad that was light and fresh, followed by a pasta course that I’m still thinking about to this day. The flavors were so rich and comforting, and it was easily one of the best pasta dishes I’ve ever had. The entrees were just as delicious—so thoughtfully prepared, and each bite was full of flavor. I truly wish I could eat the whole meal again!
And if that wasn’t enough, Chef John went above and beyond with mini desserts. The black sesame cheesecake cup was a standout—so creamy, with the perfect balance of flavors. Later in the night, we had sliders, which were the perfect late-night snack and had everyone raving.
Chef John and Five Course Provisions elevated our wedding experience in such a meaningful way. The food was a key part of making our celebration so special, and we couldn’t have asked for a better caterer. If you want top-notch food and service for your big day, look no further—Chef John and his team are absolutely outstanding!
Alxea
Alxea Sent on 12/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Thank you, FCP!!

I can’t say enough about Chef John and the Five Course Provisions catering team! My guests LOVED our wedding food so much that they called it ‘gourmet’ and ‘the best wedding food they’ve ever had.’ My husband and I couldn’t agree more! Not only was the food delicious, but Chef John was very detailed oriented, responsive, reliable and professional! Honestly our wedding day wouldn’t have ran as smoothly as it did without FCP! Prior to the big day, FCP was able to overcome any challenge we faced( strict venue insurance requirements, an unreliable DOC, etc). I can’t thank them enough! I would give them 10 out of 5 stars if I could! Choose them, you won’t regret it!
Zitlali_
Zitlali Sent on 10/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Would recommend to everyone!

Five Course Provision catered an event I had gone to and I was blown away at their food and its presentation.. I knew I had to have them at my wedding. When I first contacted them, both chefs- Eric and John were very friendly, informative, and noticeably very knowledgeable in their profession. Eric was our main point of contact but when he was unavailable, John knew exactly where Eric left off. Their attention to detail and communication between the two of them is strong and it shows! Wedding day was as smooth as could be. Everything from start to finish went exactly as planned, if not better. I had a vision and they made it a reality. The food was great and the desserts were to die for. Everything was completely customizable to our liking which made it feel more “us” making it that much more special. The professionalism provided by the chefs and their crew was unforgettable. I would give them 100 stars if I could! Thank you all for everything, I really couldn’t have asked for anything better!
D
Darlene Sent on 10/25/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable

This catering service doesn't just provide a meal; it creates an unforgettable experience. The ambiance, the service, the exquisite food, and the attention to detail made for a night we won't soon forget. It's the perfect choice for a special occasion a memorable evening with loved ones or for business events.
Elias
Elias Sent on 10/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Premium and Professional

This team blew my mind. I was utterly in awe of how good the food was and how kind the owners are. Eric specifically spoke with me and treated me like family. He made sure we were all satisfied and enjoying our meals.
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Five Course Provision frequently asked questions

At Five Course Provision, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Five Course Provision includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
  • House Beer
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
  • Champagne Toast
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
Five Course Provision offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Five Course Provision 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 Five Course Provision, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • French
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Five Course Provision, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
To cater to all tastes, Five Course Provision offers the following food and beverage items:
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Five Course Provision 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.
Five Course Provision currently offers 1 special WeddingWire promotion for wedding services.
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