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What A Dish Cafe is a bistro for foodies. We cook with the best ingredients sourced from local and California growers, while seasonally harvesting fresh herbs and vegetables from our own gardens. Our prime meats originate from Myer Natural 100% Angus Montana grazing Ranches and "Mary's Free Range" Chicken - who even grow their own grain for their poultry - while our breads are baked fresh daily by local artisans. We cater to locals and travelers alike who appreciate and demand the quality and flavors of fresh, local fare. The menus are adjusted daily and provide a full range of entrees from breakfast through dessert. Our extensive network of vendors has been carefully picked by What A Dish to reflect our commitment to quality.

We started the café as research and development facility for our catering menus. The word spread quickly and our reputation grew to the point where we had to start taking reservations for our Thursday evening dining. We also cater fabulous events in private homes and are preferred caters at many Orange county venues.

First time diners become regulars and current clients book all of their offsite celebrations with us time and time again. The new schmooze burger is a perfect example of their creative lunch entrées: Fresh ground organic Mary's chicken with fresh herbs and pink peppercorns, smoked Gouda cheese, arugula, no nitrite bacon and a lemon aioli on a fresh baked brioche bun. Hearty, natural, unique, and delicious, all in one bite!

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Frequently asked questions

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

$50

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

$50

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$50

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
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware
Chocolate Fountain

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$20

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

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine

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
French
Italian
Mediterranean
Mexican
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose 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
Linens
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Reviews of What A Dish Cafe and Catering

4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
6 Reviews
97% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.8 out of 5 rating
User1650410 Sent on 06/07/2014
5 out of 5 rating
we used whatadish for a graduation party for 40 people. I suspect they would do as good a job with a wedding as they did for our party. they took care of everything and the food was excellent. they provided the bar tender and clean up crew as well.
User1655941 Sent on 06/10/2014
5 out of 5 rating
These folks will provide the highest quality, service, food and anything else you may need.
Ask for what you dream about and this group of professionals will figure it out and make it happen.
You can be involved as much as you want...if you choose to do some of the tasks, they will give you helpful suggestions to aid your process.
The food is outrageously delicious, totally fresh, mostly organic and beautifully presented.
These Pros are fun, energetic and love their jobs.
We had the most beautiful bridal shower cake that was more beautiful than any wedding cake!
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Donna Sent on 02/22/2013
5 out of 5 rating
I attended a Fundraiser for Dana Hills High School and it was catered by What A Dish which Is how we originally found them and their food was fabulous.. We then hired then for It's All About The Cake for our Wedding Cake and other occasions and their cakes our incredible...taste and designs.

The restaurant is definitely a must try. Everything is delicious.
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What A Dish Cafe and Catering frequently asked questions

At What A Dish Cafe and Catering, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Chocolate Fountain
The bar service starting price at What A Dish Cafe and Catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
What A Dish Cafe and Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
What A Dish Cafe and 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 What A Dish Cafe and Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • Italian
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At What A Dish Cafe and Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
What A Dish Cafe and Catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, What A Dish Cafe and Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Linens
What A Dish Cafe and Catering is recommended by 97% 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 professionalism, 4.8 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.
What A Dish Cafe and Catering currently offers 1 gift promotion for wedding services.

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