Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in San Antonio
Don Strange of Texas has redefined full-service catering through decades of dedication to culinary excellence and event innovation. With over 70 years of combined experience, our team of passionate chefs, event planners, and hospitality professionals delivers unforgettable food and service for gatherings of all sizes. We specialize in crafting bespoke menus, managing logistics, and providing exclusive venuesfrom intimate dinners to large-scale galas.Our commitment to quality is evident in our partnerships with top-tier vendors, attention to detail, and ability to execute events seamlessly. Founded on a legacy of Texas hospitality, we combine tradition with creativity to ensure every celebration exceeds expectations, whether through black-tie affairs, casual cookouts, or high-profile events that have included presidential engagements.
Services
Catering
Wedding Catering
Corporate Catering
Private Events
Venue Rental
Event Planning
HolidayFeast Catering
Ranch Events
FuneralReceptions
Details
- Year established: 1952
Highlights and features
- We have over 70 years of combined catering and event planning expertise.
- Our exclusive venues include The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum and private ranches.
- We offer full-service event management from menus to logistics.
- Our chefs create bespoke menus for weddings, corporate events, and private parties.
- We cater to events ranging from intimate dinners to 10,000+ guest conventions.
What people say
Unforgettable food
Seamless execution
Creative menus
Experienced staff
Exclusive venues
Services
Catering
Don Strange of Texas offers comprehensive catering services featuring scratch-made dishes, custom menus, and beverage pairings tailored to client preferences. From formal plated dinners to interactive food stations, our culinary team accommodates diverse dietary needs and event themes. With experience serving up to 10,000 guests, we ensure consistent quality and presentation for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations while maintaining personalized attention to detail.
Wedding Catering
Specializing in wedding celebrations, we provide full-service catering from rehearsal dinners to reception feasts with customizable menus reflecting couple preferences. Our team coordinates with venues, florists, and planners to align culinary offerings with event aesthetics. Services include tastings, rental coordination, and on-site execution ensuring stress-free experiences, supported by expertise in managing events from intimate gatherings to 2,000+ guest galas.
Corporate Catering
We deliver professional catering solutions for corporate functions including conferences, product launches, and team-building events. Our services range from breakfast buffets to executive luncheons and awards banquets, emphasizing efficiency and sophistication. Clients benefit from streamlined logistics management, bulk service capabilities, and menus designed to impress stakeholders while accommodating diverse dietary requirements with gourmet presentation.
Private Events
From milestone birthdays to memorial services, we create tailored experiences for personal celebrations using custom menus and venue-specific logistics planning. Our team handles all aspects including catering, rental coordination, and vendor management for locations ranging from private ranches to historic homes. Highlighted by 24/7 emergency catering support and decades of experience in executing unique events with personalized touches.
Venue Rental
Our exclusive venue portfolio includes The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum, River Rock Event Center, and private ranches offering versatile spaces for events up to 2,000 attendees. Each venue provides distinctive ambiance with historical significance and modern amenities. We offer comprehensive rental packages including catering, staffing, and decor coordination while providing logistical expertise for remote locations and complex setups.
People
Brian Strange
President and CEO
Leading Don Strange of Texas as CEO, Brian Strange brings decades of hospitality expertise, expanding the company's venue portfolio and maintaining its reputation as San Antonio's premier catering service through community engagement and innovation.
Di-Anna Arias
Vice President of Sales and Culinary Vision
As Vice President, Di-Anna Arias combines culinary creativity with strategic sales leadership, driving menu innovation and client relations while promoting Texas heritage through food experiences, supported by her 40-year career with the company.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, private parties, holiday dinners, memorials, and special occasions of all sizes—from intimate gatherings to 10,000+ guest conventions.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, our chefs create customized menus addressing allergies, vegetarian/vegan preferences, and cultural dietary needs while maintaining gourmet quality and presentation standards.
Do you provide venues for events?
We offer exclusive access to venues like The Buckhorn Saloon, River Rock Event Center, and private ranches with full-service support for rentals and logistics.
How far in advance should I book?
Bookings are accepted up to 18 months ahead for major events, though we accommodate last-minute requests when possible with our 24/7 emergency catering support.
Are personalized menus available?
Yes, our culinary team collaborates with clients to create bespoke menus reflecting personal tastes, cultural traditions, and seasonal ingredients for unique dining experiences.
What regions do you service?
Primarily serving San Antonio and South Texas, we cater events statewide and have executed functions in Virginia, Lubbock, and other locations for high-profile clients.
Reviews (6)
Carolyn Shaw
Dec 26, 2021
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I cannot say enough great things about Don Strange of Texas! We recently had them cater 2 parties and both events went flawlessly! Breanna came to our location ahead of time and came up with excellent ideas for table and activity placement that I would not have thought of. Blair, Kennan, Andre and Tiffany worked the events and took care of absolutely everything for us. They come in hours before the event and get everything situated in plenty of time. They even decorate! I was able to enjoy my parties without any worry or stress. I will never host another party without hiring Don Strange.
Caroline Garcia
Nov 19, 2021
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Don Strange catered our welcome party for my son's wedding. The venue was in Fredericksburg. The food was delicious and the catering was efficient, professional and organized. They were so easy to work with. I didn't have to worry about a thing! I highly recommend them for any event!
Taylor Maldonado
Sep 28, 2021
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Don Strange catered a company dinner for us and did an amazing job! Di-Anna guided us through menu and decor selections leading up to the event and made all necessary changes without hesitation. The staff on event day was extremely professional and courteous. They delivered top notch service and were so respectful of our home. Thank you again, we can't wait to use Don Strange for our next event.
Luke Solis
Jul 13, 2021
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Critical:Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness Very unprofessional and terrible attitude. Anyone that speaks like that should be nowhere near a wedding or social event. Listen to the other reviews and save yourself from this mind numbing call.
Ed Alonzo
Jun 21, 2021
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Lights and Christmas drive in movie were great (we bought tickets in advance). The drive in is the first entrance, the lights are the second. There is a restroom at next to the drive in and one at Santa's stop. Both have large their "barn doors" open to ensure airflow. Which seems like a good solution between indoor and outdoor for COVID concerns. The movie has a snack table that we walked by. The lights are fun and driving through the light tunnels was fun. Santa's stop had several stations: cocoa, nuts, socks, snacks/candies/popcorn, etc. Santa and Mrs. Claus were in the middle back people were considerate of social distancing and as mentioned earlier the air flow was good. The staff was nice, courteous and helpful.
Tisha Jones
Apr 06, 2020
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My company had the pleasure of hiring Don Strange of Texas for an event at the Alamo. I have organized plenty of events before and I have to say this was by far the best. Everything was was great. The food, the employees professionalism, and the decorations. They even coordinated my request to have a mariachi band and folkorico dancers. We had approximately 200 guests, most of which travelled from international locations (i.e. China, Egypt, Russia, Australia, India, etc.).
Everyone enjoyed your services. I cannot forget about the candied bacon. It was divine. When placing your order, please don't forget the candied bacon. You'll thank me later! If you are planning an event in San Antonio, consider Don Strange. You won't regret it.
Everyone enjoyed your services. I cannot forget about the candied bacon. It was divine. When placing your order, please don't forget the candied bacon. You'll thank me later! If you are planning an event in San Antonio, consider Don Strange. You won't regret it.
