Frequently Asked Questions

For weddings and large events you should book your event at least 3 months in advance.  For smaller events, meetings, and gatherings we recommend 2-4 weeks in advance. However, we try our best to accommodate clients providing our schedule allows.

Drop Offs: Our professional Catering staff

will deliver your order when you want it and to the room requested, the rest is up to you. All of the service utensils and containers are disposable. The delivery fee is 10% of the total cost of your event when located in Sacramento. All  delivery fees for orders outside of Sacramento will vary. 

Pick Up: We will have your order ready for you to pick up. All of the service utensils and containers are disposable.

Buffet Self Serve Style: All disposable premium plates, service ware, and silverware is provided. Linens are provided at an additional cost. The buffet catering includes stainless steel chaffing dish steam pans and ethanol gel cans. Catering staff will set up your event ready for self-service. This service option does not include service staff. Additional Staff Charges will apply If requested. A 20% fee is added for delivery and set up for all buffet services.

We cater small and large gatherings, weddings, parties, or corporate events, we take time to work with each client to create a personalize menu that fulfill their needs, so leave all the preparation to us.

Your 50% deposit secures your date and our services and is based on the guest count. You will be responsible for 100% of the Guaranteed Minimum Guest Count. The security deposit is due upon acceptance of your invoice and menu. This Deposit covers planning and hiring. The deposit is 50% of the total invoice is due upon acceptance of your invoice and finalized menu to secure your date and our services.  Final payment is due 7 days before your event date. 

An initial deposit of 50% of the total costs is required in order to reserve the date for your event. We understand things happen. However, if you cancel the caterer’s services within 31 days of the planned event date, a partial refund of the deposit will be issued (50% of the initial deposit). If the caterer’s services are cancelled less than 30 days no refund of the deposit will be issued. Instead you will be issued a credit for your deposit that must be used within 45 days pending availability of the caterer.

To hire event servers there is an additional rate of $50 per hour per server, with a two-hour minimum. You don’t have to have servers for your event however, we recommend them for large events. The number of servers you need depends on your guest count.

Menu selections are to be finalized no later than (30 days) prior to your event date. Caribe Azul Cuisine depends on food sourced locally to the region of your event and requires time to do so in order to guarantee the freshest and cleanest sources available.

We make accommodations for dietary needs, including vegetarian and vegan options. Please let us know of any allergies or special accommodations ahead of time.

After reviewing your invoice and customizing your menu we offer a free tasting session for you and one guest to help finalize your selections. If you confirm your menu and event date with a deposit, then the tasting is on us. If you decide not to book with us then, you are responsible 100% for the cost of the tasting. Scheduling a tasting does not secure your date.

Caribe Azul Cuisine accepts payment by all major credit cards (including any fees), corporate checks, wire transfer (including wire transfer fees), money orders, cashier’s check. (including any fees), or legal tender cash