Business Details
19 Years
experience
Fresh Gourmet Catering in San Diego
At Toast Catering, we believe food is the ultimate connector, bridging cultures and creating memorable moments. Founded in 2007, our journey began with a shared passion for culinary excellence and hospitality. Kim and Sam, our owners, bring decades of experience from the Four Seasons Hotel and international culinary traditions. We specialize in preparing gourmet meals fresh on-site, ensuring every dish served is at its peak flavor and quality. Our philosophy centers on using the freshest ingredients and embracing global culinary techniques to craft menus that are both current and authentic. Customers consistently praise our ability to transform events with exceptional food and personalized service.With over 15 years of expertise, weve built a reputation for reliability, creativity, and client-centric care. Our dedicated team, including Chef de Cuisine Lloyd Edwards, is committed to exceeding expectations, whether for intimate gatherings or large-scale events. We pride ourselves on transparency, ethical practices, and a deep respect for the trust clients place in us. From weddings to corporate functions, our goal is simple: to deliver experiences where every detail feels intentional and every bite speaks volumes.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Delivery Catering
Buffet Dinner
Plated Dinner
Food Stations
Non-Profit Catering
Venue Assistance
Family Style Dinner
Ethnic Cuisine
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in gourmet catering.
- Our team prepares food fresh on-site for optimal quality.
- We prioritize ethical treatment of employees and sustainability.
- Our diverse culinary expertise spans Southern California and French traditions.
- Clients consistently praise our reliability and personalized service.
What people say
Delicious food
Excellent service
Perfect choice
Memorable experience
Unforgettable event
Services
Wedding Catering
Toast Catering specializes in crafting unforgettable wedding experiences through fresh, on-site gourmet meals. Our team offers customizable menus, from plated dinners to food stations, ensuring every couples vision is realized. With meticulous attention to detail, we serve weddings of all sizes in San Diego, consistently receiving accolades for exceptional flavor and presentation.
Corporate Event Catering
We provide premium catering solutions for corporate gatherings, including meetings, galas, and product launches. Our services range from formal sit-down dinners to efficient buffet setups, all tailored to reflect your events professionalism. With experience in handling large-scale corporate events, we ensure seamless service and high-quality cuisine that impresses attendees.
Delivery Catering
Our delivery service covers San Diego County for breakfast, lunch, and appetizer platters. Ideal for office meetings or private gatherings, we offer healthy sandwiches, salad trays, and boxed meals. Deliveries are available Monday-Friday, ensuring fresh, convenient options for daily corporate needs or special occasions without on-site preparation.
Food Stations
Elevate your event with interactive food stations featuring themed or ethnic cuisines. Our stations combine visual appeal with bold flavors, from Latin-inspired grills to Asian noodle bars. Designed to engage guests and enhance event ambiance, this service showcases our commitment to creativity and culinary diversity while maintaining the highest standards of freshness and quality.
Non-Profit Catering
Toast Catering supports San Diegos non-profit organizations by offering discounted services for fundraisers and galas. We understand the importance of community initiatives and work closely with organizations to meet budget constraints without compromising quality. Our tailored approach ensures events maintain a professional standard, allowing non-profits to focus on their mission while we handle exceptional food and service.
People
Kim Behnam
General Manager/Owner
Kim, a San Diego native, brings retail and hospitality expertise from her time at the Four Seasons Hotel. Her focus on design and client satisfaction shapes our customer-first approach to catering events.
Sam Behnam
Chef/Owner
Sam draws from his Iranian and French culinary background to create vibrant, authentic menus. His dedication to fresh, on-site preparation ensures every dish reflects global flavors and technical precision.
Lloyd Edwards
Chef de Cuisine
Lloyd oversees daily kitchen operations, blending creativity with consistency. His culinary expertise enhances our ability to deliver high-quality meals across diverse events while mentoring our skilled culinary team.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, private parties, non-profit galas, and drop-off meals. Our services include buffets, plated dinners, and themed food stations.
Do you cook food on-site?
Yes! We prepare meals fresh on-site to ensure optimal flavor and quality, a key difference from many caterers who pre-cook dishes.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve all of San Diego County, including venue-based events and delivery services for corporate or private gatherings.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-conscious options. Please discuss specific needs during menu consultations.
What if I need help choosing a venue?
Visit our Venues page for San Diego inspiration or contact us—we can recommend spaces that complement your event's style and size.
Reviews (6)
Marissa G.
Jun 23, 2022
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Toast catered our wedding back on 6-11-22. The owner Kim was amazing to work with. We had planned to have our wedding back in 2020 and then Covid hit. But Kim worked with us up until this year to help make our event special. We chose to go with food stations and everything went off great. The food was amazing and the service was spectacular. If you're looking for a great catering company with friendly service, look no further and book Toast! Thank you Kim and Sam for your help.
Nick Aguigui
May 20, 2022
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Toast did our wedding catering, right at the beginning of COVID and was such a God save. Such a good experience overall - Sam and his crew took care of our big group, despite the demands and needs. Sam and his team delivered such an amazing experience.
Olivia Xavier Martz
Apr 21, 2022
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Toast catered our wedding at the end of March. They are all around the most amazing caterers in San Diego. The food is seriously some of the best food I have ever eaten in my life. All of the guests at our wedding commented on how incredible the food was. Even our other vendors were coming up to us to tell us how much they loved it all! More than that though the entire team is made up of the most phenomenal people.
From the owners, Kim and Sam, to the chefs to the servers each and every person was so kind, caring and attentive. Choosing them as our caterers was the easiest part of wedding planning for sure! Our tasting with them was such a beautiful experience. From then until the day of the wedding they took such great care of us. We love Toast Catering and highly highly recommend them. Thank you guys again for being a part of making our wedding the best day of our lives!
From the owners, Kim and Sam, to the chefs to the servers each and every person was so kind, caring and attentive. Choosing them as our caterers was the easiest part of wedding planning for sure! Our tasting with them was such a beautiful experience. From then until the day of the wedding they took such great care of us. We love Toast Catering and highly highly recommend them. Thank you guys again for being a part of making our wedding the best day of our lives!
Kati D.
Oct 28, 2021
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We hired Toast for our wedding in August 2021. The food was nothing short of AMAZING, and we had multiple guests tell us it was the best wedding (buffet) food they had ever had. One guest doesn't even like steak, and she loved the tri-tip - that good! Also, I am gluten/dairy free with a list of different food allergies and they catered 90% of the menu to my restrictions without diminishing the quality or flavor of the food. I highly recommend hiring Toast.
Mary W.
Oct 05, 2021
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My group needed last minute help with catering. Toast not only agreed to do our event which was 10 days away, but the food was delicious. Everyone who tasted each of the four items we ordered was complimentary, and said they had never tasted better appetizers. Thanks to all the folks at Toast for helping us have an outstanding event. Mary Wood San Diego Watercolor Society
Laney S.
Mar 10, 2021
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I am saddened that I won't be able to use Toast Catering as we had to cancel our wedding - however, as a wedding vendor I've worked with them many many times, and always been happy with their service and delicious food. I was excited to experience this as a Bride myself, and wasn't surprised that Kim and her team was helpful, professional, and accommodating from this side of the coin as well.
As a planner, I really appreciated their responsiveness and communication (which was also appreciated as a Bride, of course). Highly recommend Toast, and will definitely be using them if we reschedule our event in the future! Darn you, Covid!
As a planner, I really appreciated their responsiveness and communication (which was also appreciated as a Bride, of course). Highly recommend Toast, and will definitely be using them if we reschedule our event in the future! Darn you, Covid!
