Award-Winning Event Catering in San Diego

San Diego’s best full-service caterer specializing in breathtaking weddings,
corporate events, venue management and extraordinary cuisine

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Wedding, Corporate, and Special Events Catering in San Diego

by Personal Touch Dining

With over 34 years of experience in the industry, Personal Touch Dining specializes in full service San Diego Wedding catering and event management for corporate events, fundraising galas, school dances and private parties. Throughout our expansion, we have adhered to the exceptional standards that have distinguished our company since we began. We bring this outstanding service and presentation to dozens of venues here in San Diego, CA.

As a Full Service Caterer in San Diego, we strive to include anything and everything you could possibly need in order to execute your special event flawlessly. Our knowledgeable management staff and experienced culinary team work together to create the menu you have been dreaming of. With our array of customizable options and our close attention to detail, we are confident that our “Personal Touch” will enhance your event.

Our Difference

We do San Diego catering the way it should be done. Our focus is on the dining experience and guest satisfaction. This means authentic flavors, creative recipes, and a huge variety of options to suit any taste and occasion. With Personal Touch Dining, you’ll have the best venues in town, packages within reach, and decades of hospitality expertise. We hold ourselves to a very high standard and produce events that we would want to attend ourselves!

Experience our team in action, providing exceptional service with a tray of delicious appetizers at a wedding reception.

Let’s discuss your catering needs.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Awards and Recognition

Our Happy Clients

Kelsea L.
Too good not to book! Personal Touch Dining made wedding planning a breeze! The venue was beautiful, the catering was delicious and they handled all the rentals. All we had to do is tell them what we liked/ wanted and they brought it all to life! The staff is also AMAZING! They were always on top of things, kind, patient and so helpful! Thank you Annalisa, Darcie, Danielle and the entire Personal Touch Dining Team!
Nora R.
Personal Touch was a wonderful caterer for our wedding! They were responsive in the planning stage, and everything was delicious the day of the event.
J.T
If you want a top notch caterer, professional service and some of the yummiest food then Personal Touch Dining is for you! From start to finish they were on top of every detail, answered all our questions and concerns and coordinated with the vendors, etc. They made us and our reception feel like we mattered to them. People are still raving about the food and the overall reception!
Ashley M.
Lauren, Annalise, and Brittany were a pleasure to work with throughout the months and days leading up to the event. The staff during our wedding was super attentive, no empty glasses! The food was absolutely delicious and just as good as the tasting. Our guests RAVED about how good the food was. They are super flexible to work with and pricing was super fair. Would definitely recommend them to anyone planning an event and especially for weddings.
Abby J.
Personal Touch Dining did a wonderful job with our wedding catering from start to finish. We requested proposals from 3-5 companies during our initial search and Personal Touch first impressed us with their affordability which was very important to us. Sometimes affordability can translate into lower quality for service/taste/etc. but such is NOT the case with PTD. From my initial email their sales representative was extremely responsive, courteous, and helpful. Everything tasted and looked great on the day of our wedding. Highly recommend this company.
Kelsea L.
Too good not to book! Personal Touch Dining made wedding planning a breeze! The venue was beautiful, the catering was delicious and they handled all the rentals. All we had to do is tell them what we liked/ wanted and they brought it all to life! The staff is also AMAZING! They were always on top of things, kind, patient and so helpful! Thank you Annalisa, Darcie, Danielle and the entire Personal Touch Dining Team!
Nora R.
Personal Touch was a wonderful caterer for our wedding! They were responsive in the planning stage, and everything was delicious the day of the event.
J.T
If you want a top notch caterer, professional service and some of the yummiest food then Personal Touch Dining is for you! From start to finish they were on top of every detail, answered all our questions and concerns and coordinated with the vendors, etc. They made us and our reception feel like we mattered to them. People are still raving about the food and the overall reception!
Ashley M.
Lauren, Annalise, and Brittany were a pleasure to work with throughout the months and days leading up to the event. The staff during our wedding was super attentive, no empty glasses! The food was absolutely delicious and just as good as the tasting. Our guests RAVED about how good the food was. They are super flexible to work with and pricing was super fair. Would definitely recommend them to anyone planning an event and especially for weddings.
Abby J.
Personal Touch Dining did a wonderful job with our wedding catering from start to finish. We requested proposals from 3-5 companies during our initial search and Personal Touch first impressed us with their affordability which was very important to us. Sometimes affordability can translate into lower quality for service/taste/etc. but such is NOT the case with PTD. From my initial email their sales representative was extremely responsive, courteous, and helpful. Everything tasted and looked great on the day of our wedding. Highly recommend this company.

Our San Diego caterers offer menu options are unparalleled. We personally source our ingredients, with rotating catering selections. Recent favorites include Boneless & Braised Beef Short Ribs, Mushroom Chardonnay Chicken, Miso Glazed Salmon, and Grilled Vegetable Lasagna. To accompany the main course, we have delightful seasonal options such as Strawberry & Walnut Salad, Cilantro Lime Rice, and Freshly Baked Artisan Bread. And of course, there are sumptuous desserts, such as mini Cake-Tinis, Fruit Cobbler Á la Mode, and the ever-popular chocolate fountains.

As you browse our website, you’ll see photos from recent weddings and events, so you can enjoy visual examples of our work. You’ll also find a downloadable version of our catering menu. We welcome questions about our menu options, and your specific needs and tastes.

As an added benefit, our San Diego Caterers offer extensive rental equipment coordination, overseeing everything from table and chair rentals to decoration, tenting, and décor. This way, everything can be accomplished in one place, by the same expert team! Also, we provide all levels of bar service, including beer and wine, full liquor, champagne toasts, and specialty drink stations.

We provide catering throughout San Diego, CA, including weddings, special events, corporate, proms, and charity galas. We are happy to serve all San Diego event locations, and even have our own exclusive venues, including Mt. Woodson Castle, Leo Carrillo Ranch, Harbor View Loft, and The Old Rancho. Having built up a stellar reputation and a commitment to excellence, the name Personal Touch Dining is synonymous with the best San Diego caterers!

Along with our top-notch internal team, we have an extensive network of recommended vendors within the industry. Our San Diego caterers have been working alongside these elite professionals for years, at countless weddings and events, and are pleased to refer them to our clients. Feel free to browse our website for preferred vendors, or let us know if you would like a specific recommendation. We will have you covered!

If you are planning a wedding or event in San Diego, CA, or nearby areas such as Carlsbad, La Jolla, Carmel Mountain, Del Mar, we’d love to hear from you. We also welcome you to check out our reviews on Yelp, WeddingWire, The Knot, and across the web. You will see the happiness level of our clients! Whether your event is large or small, we have scalable options, and can accommodate many different budget levels.

Please take a moment to contact our San Diego Caterers and provide a few details about your upcoming occasion. We look forward to talking with you, learning about your catering and event needs, and helping to cross something big off your list!

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