Carbonara Catering is committed to helping make your special occasion a captivating culinary experience. Our menus are designed to highlight the freshest ingredients and while stimulating your distinctive style and vision.

For more than 25 years, people from all over the world have trusted Carbonara Catering to deliver on our promises and create lasting memories—including weddings, anniversary parties, corporate events, private parties, brunches and more. We tailor every event to meet the specific needs of our clients.  Located in beautiful, sunny San Clemente, California—we would love to talk.  Stop by the restaurant or drop us a line. Either way, we are honored you would check out our website and excited to work with you to create your perfect event.

Carbonara Catering is proud to be featured as a preferred vendor for both The Casa Romantica and La Ventura Event Center.

Outstanding food.
excellent service. lasting memories.

Whether your vision is for a small, intimated and personal wedding, or a grandiose, legendary and trending on Instagram event, we can help you create the experience you're dreaming of. From private homes, to national landmarks, Carbonara Catering has helped to create memories at many of Southern California's most spectacular venues.

we plan for the unexpected,
so we can deliver beyond expectations.

We understand the challenges of planning a special occasion.
Whether you’re arranging an elegant, subtle affair or creating a spectacular extravaganza—
our experienced and knowledgeable team will assist you every step of the way.

We handle the details. So you can enjoy your event. Let us take care of your rental coordination. Need chairs, tables, linens, space heaters, shade? Our expertise and organizational skills will ensure you have everything you need for your event to be a success.

Our professional serving staff has been called “the best we have ever worked with” Carbonara Catering ensures all your guest’s needs are met with the utmost care.

Craft, signature cocktails should be what people remember, not the line at the bar.
The knowledgeable and efficient mixologists and bartenders at Carbonara Catering add a gracious dynamic to your event.

We work with the best photographers, officiants, florists DJs and event professionals in the business. If you need a recommendation, we would love to help.

Did you see something on Pinterest or Wedding Wire?
Our decorative design professionals can recreate it. Need unique ideas? We got you covered.

Let's plan your perfect event

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food fit for a foodie

Choose from one of our popular menus,
or let us work with you to create the perfect culinary experience.
(Below is an example of some of our customers favorite menu items)

appetizers

Ahi Poke served in Mini Martini glasses with a Fried Wonton 

 Crab Cakes

Cherry tomatoes with fresh mozzarella cheese and basil, drizzled with a balsamic vinegar reduction 

 Watermelon topped with fine herbs & goat cheese

Grilled Figs served with candied walnuts and gorgonzola cheese (seasonal)

Beef Crostini with a creamy horseradish

Zucchini Blossoms lightly battered and stuffed with Ricotta Cheese (seasonal)

Imported Charcuterie Display

Gourmet Mac & Cheese (bacon or black truffle) by the spoon

Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

Chicken Empanadas or
Spicy Tuna Empanadas

Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms

Artichoke hearts stuffed with Goats Cheese, Spinach and Sundried Tomatoes

Coconut Shrimp

Shrimp Cocktail

Bacon Wrapped scallops

Ceviche

SALADS

Baby mixed greens
Candied walnuts, strawberries, and melon tossed with a berry vinaigrette

Baby Arugula
Poached Pears, Gorgonzola Cheese, and Candied Walnuts and tossed with a Champagne Vinaigrette 

Traditional Caesar

Bleu Cheese Wedge
Baby Mixed Greens with Fresh Strawberries, Cantaloupe, and Candied Walnuts in a Berry Vinaigrette 

Cucumber
Fresh Tomatoes, Red Onion with a Balsamic Dressing 

ENTREES

Filet Mignon with Caramelized Onions, Gorgonzola Cheese with light Balsamic Glaze 

Filet mignon with a porcini mushroom sauce

Filet Mignon topped with Jumbo Prawns or Lobster Tail 

Braised Beef Short Ribs with Cabernet and Truffle Sauce 

Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Roasted Garlic 

Fresh Halibut with Caramelized Onions, Artichokes, Cherry Tomatoes and Arugula 

Oven Roasted Salmon topped Panko Crusted Crab with a Champagne Cream Sauce 

Fresh Salmon with a Light Pesto Sauce topped with Fresh Tomatoes 

Chicken with a Mushroom Marsala Wine Sauce 

Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast with an Artichoke Sage Cream Sauce 

Pork Tenderloin with a Cranberry Reduction Sauce 

Cheese Filled Tortellini with a Porcini Mushroom Sauce 

Grilled Eggplant Stuffed with Spinach, Ricotta Cheese, and Sundried Tomatoes
(Vegetarian Option) 

Penne Pasta with Roasted Garlic, Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes, Caramelized Onions with a White Wine Sauce (Vegetarian Option) 

ACCOMPANIMENTS

Roasted Garlic or Traditional Mashed Potatoes 

Rosemary Roasted Potatoes 

Pasta with a Mushroom Cream Sauce 

Roasted Garlic Tomatoes 

Fresh Asparagus 

Grilled Broccolini 

Sautéed Green Beans with Slivered Almonds 

Fresh Vegetable Medley 

Dessert

Please ask us about Mini Desserts and Dessert Displays 


*Carbonara Catering is here to accommodate your requests and needs Please let us know if you don’t see a favorite and we will customize a menu to fit your needs* 

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reviews from our happy customers

Thank you so much for everything you are doing for our wedding. We really appreciate all the help you are giving us throughout this entire journey. Our wedding would not be happening if it weren’t for you.
We are so looking forward to Sunday!!
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- Bryan & Michelle Wohlfarth
It was a pleasure working with you at the Casa Romantica. You are terrific and your staff was professional, friendly and efficient. The food was delish and the plate presentation was great. I look forward to having the opportunity of working together again.

Natasha Vishnay
You are so good at what you do! You made Cara’s wedding a spectacular success. We loved every minute of it. We laid around the house, got pampered, beautified and the like while you were taking care of it all. Thank you for a precious gift, allowing me to appreciate and enjoy every minute. You and Anna are truly gifted at this. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Holly Veale

let's connect and talk about your event

With over 20 years of experience, our quality cuisine and professional staff, we will exceed all of your catering expectations. From weddings to brunches, we customize all of our events to the needs and desires of all our clients. Our catering director can help you with menu and rental suggestions, event coordination, and many more services to make your event successful and memorable.  

‍Phone
‍(949) 283-0387

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