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Popolo Catering

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Recommended by 98% of couples

About this vendor

Popolo Catering is an acclaimed wedding catering service based out of San Luis Obispo, California. Serving wedding-goers across the Golden State's Central Coast, this business is owned by Leon and Kathleen Castillo. This pair is passionate about completing milestone celebrations with delightful dining experiences. You and your loved ones are sure to be impressed by their varied menu and impeccable customer service skills.

Cuisine

The Popolo Catering boasts decades of experience in California's culinary industry. As such, they are well-versed in providing couples and their loved ones with delicious dinners. Whether you would like a light salad with a tasty dressing or a hearty barbecued meat dish, their chefs can prepare a wide range of meals. They specialize in Italian, Mexican, and American BBQ cuisine. A selection of food and beverage items is available, such as glassware, china, linens, and flatware.

Features

Hispanic or Latinx-owned

Woman-owned

Large team (21+ members)

Experience

  • We speak English and Spanish

Links

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Weddings with this vendor

Kristin & Aaron's wedding
Kristin & Aaron
58 photos
Bianka & Eric's wedding
Bianka & Eric
71 photos
Verenice & Austin's wedding
Verenice & Austin
42 photos
Edith & Kyle's wedding
Edith & Kyle
29 photos
Brock & Brandy's wedding
Brock & Brandy
25 photos

FAQ

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

$48

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

$35

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$35

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

$15

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
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$225

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast

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
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Kosher
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?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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Reviews of Popolo Catering

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Popolo Catering delivered outstanding, stress-free service with delicious, well-presented food that guests repeatedly praised. The team was responsive, flexible, and professional, smoothly accommodating dietary needs and venue changes. Bartending and setup were also highly praised. Highly recommended for weddings.

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Popolo Catering delivered outstanding, stress-free service with delicious, well-presented food that guests repeatedly praised. The team was responsive, flexible, and professional, smoothly accommodating dietary needs and venue changes. Bartending and setup were also highly praised. Highly recommended for weddings.

Jake
Jake Sent on 07/27/2024
5 out of 5 rating

All Guests Said YUM!

Popolo provided outstanding catering for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with their service. Their flexibility, communication, and responsiveness were top-notch, making the planning process seamless and stress-free.

The bartenders were fantastic, creating delicious drinks and being incredibly attentive to our guests' needs throughout the evening.

The food was exceptional— the tri-tip and brisket were cooked to perfection, tender and flavorful, and the vegetarian options were equally impressive, offering delicious and satisfying choices for all our guests. Popolo truly exceeded our expectations and helped make our wedding day unforgettable. Highly recommended.
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Colette Sent on 05/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Popolo is amazing!

Popolo did an absolutely amazing job on our April 2026 wedding. We were working with Kat and Leon for almost a year and a half, and they were always very responsive and helpful. It made the wedding process so much easier and we felt like we were in SUCH good hands. On top of that, the food was AMAZING. We had so many people come up to us complimenting the food, and one of my best friend's immediately booked Popolo for their wedding catering and bartending based on their experience at our wedding. 100/10. Thank you Popolo!!!!
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Alexandra Sent on 05/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Experience

We were more than impressed with the quality of professionalism & care the entire Popolo team put into our special day. They are all such great people, and we would highly recommend using their services! The food being so delicious was a plus!! Our wedding guests are still raving about the potatoes au gratin!
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Janelle Sent on 03/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Flawless from start to finish

Popolo’s Catering was absolutely incredible at our kids wedding. From start to finish, everything was handled with such professionalism, care, and genuine kindness. The food was truly delicious—our guests are still talking about it!
What meant the most to us, though, was how attentive and accommodating they were with severe food allergies and intolerances. They went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt safe and cared for, which gave us so much peace of mind on such an important day.
As a mom, there’s so much emotion wrapped up in a day like this, and being able to trust that everything was taken care of allowed me to be fully present—to watch my daughter and her new husband laugh, dance, and truly enjoy every moment. That is something I will never forget.
The service was seamless, the staff was warm and attentive, and they truly helped make our wedding feel effortless and special. We are beyond grateful and would recommend them to anyone without hesitation!
Kandice
Kandice Sent on 07/28/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Paso Robles Wedding Cateror

We chose Popolo to cater our daughter’s wedding in Paso Robles, as we were looking for a solid buffet dinner for a barn wedding venue. We wanted our guests to have, not only a hearty meal, but quality prepared and delivered food. Popolo walked us through the menu, so that we could put together a well-rounded menu. They catered to our needs, and offered suggestions as needed. They were flexible in making changes, and they kept us informed along the way. Our wedding guests loved the food, and it was plentiful. Desserts were fantastic, too!
I highly recommend Popolo for your wedding menu!
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Jacqui Sent on 06/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly Recommend!

Popolo catered both our rehearsal dinner and our wedding night and we couldn’t be happier! Kathleen, Kenny and their whole team were amazing throughout the whole process. Responsive, informative, flexible and so kind. The food and service was amazing our whole wedding weekend. They were a joy to work with through the stressful wedding process. Thank you Popolo!
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Haley Sent on 09/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Delicious food, amazing service!

Popolo catering catered our wedding this summer, and it was the best decision! Tasha and her team were wonderful to work with - she always responded to my emails within the business day and was so helpful with our many questions. The food was delicious on the day of!! The buffet went quickly and guests were not waiting for food long. Overall, highly recommend!
Rylee
Rylee Sent on 08/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Experience

We enjoyed working with Popolos so much! They were so helpful, attentive, detail-oriented, and professional. When my husband and I had to change plans, they always supported and accommodated our request. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking to cater their event!
Stephen
Stephen Sent on 04/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great food, great service!

The catering staff at Popolo are superstars! First, Tasha was great to work with from day one. Very friendly and responsive and let me know when I asked for something I didn't need. She also gave us great suggestions for our vegan and gluten-free guests. The staff on the day of had to deal with the uncertainty of the rain, but they got our 140 seats set up in a flash! We had to move the reception inside and they did an amazing job! Everything looked fantastic! Not only was the service great, but so was the food! Lots of guests told us how much they loved the food. If we had to do it all over, we would choose Popolo again!
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Tanner Sent on 11/14/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Tanner Young

Exceptional wedding catering service! The food was amazing, beautifully presented, and exceeded our expectations. The staff was professional, attentive, and ensured a seamless dining experience. Our guests raved about the delicious menu. A five-star choice for making our special day truly memorable!"
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
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Team

Leon and Kathleen Castillo
Leon and Kathleen Castillo
Owner

Professional Network & Endorsements

DJ Bob DJ Bob Wedding DJs

Kat and Leon are such good people and they know how to make events roll. I love their Taco Bars and them! -Dj Bob

Portola Inn Portola Inn Hotel Weddings

A great all around caterer. Easy to work with, reasonably priced, great ideas, and wonderful food.

Forever DJ Events Forever DJ Events Wedding DJs

I absolutely love working with Popolo's crew!! The food is always amazing and the staff is very helpful, friendly and professional. I highly recommend Popolo for your event catering!

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Popolo Catering frequently asked questions

At Popolo Catering, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Popolo Catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
Popolo Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Popolo Catering 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 Popolo Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
At Popolo Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Popolo Catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Popolo Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Popolo Catering is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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