Business Details
20 Years
experience
Trusted Catering & Cafe Services in San Francisco
Founded in 2006 by Ivan Valencia, Aroma Buena Catering established itself as a leader in San Francisco Bay Area culinary services through exceptional food and hospitality. In 2019, Patricia Herrera assumed leadership, preserving the company's core values while integrating modern food trends and expanding operations to include a full-service cafe. Our team combines decades of industry experience with a commitment to fresh, authentic, and health-conscious cuisine, serving both private events and daily diners. We specialize in diverse offerings including Local Seasonal Californian Cuisine, Traditional American Favorites, and our signature Hispano World Cuisine featuring Spanish, Latino, and Caribbean influences. With comprehensive catering services including staff and equipment rentals, we provide end-to-end solutions for events of all sizes.Our cafe offers breakfast and lunch services six days a week, maintaining the same quality standards that define our catering reputation. Backed by U.S. registered trademark protection, we operate from three San Francisco locations including our main cafe, kitchen facility, and billing office. Our operational history demonstrates deep expertise in menu development, event execution, and customer service excellence. We maintain strict compliance with food safety standards and industry best practices across all operations. Client satisfaction remains our top priority, supported by transparent communication and adaptable service models.
Services
Catering Services
Cafe Operations
Bartender Rentals
Event Equipment
Hispano Cuisine
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Established in 2006 with proven catering expertise
- Expanded to full-service cafe operations in 2019
- Specialize in diverse Hispano World Cuisine options
- Offer complete event solutions including staff and rentals
- Maintain strict quality standards across all services
Services
Catering Services
Our comprehensive catering services provide complete culinary solutions for events of all sizes. We offer customizable menus featuring Local Seasonal Californian Cuisine, Traditional American Favorites, and our signature Hispano World Cuisine with Spanish, Latino, and Caribbean influences. Our team handles food preparation, service staff, and equipment rentals including china, glassware, and tents. Clients benefit from our 17+ years of experience and proven track record serving the San Francisco Bay Area.
Hispano World Cuisine
This signature culinary program features authentic dishes from Spain, South America, the Caribbean, and Mexico. Menu highlights include Yucatn Achiote Chicken, Cuban Picadillo, and Veracruz-Style Ceviche prepared with traditional ingredients and techniques. Our chefs combine regional authenticity with modern presentation standards for corporate events and private functions. This specialty menu differentiates us in the competitive catering market.
Cafe Operations
Our full-service cafe serves breakfast and lunch six days a week with a menu of fresh, healthy options. Guests enjoy bagel-based breakfasts, signature sandwiches, specialty salads, and daily prepared entrees in a casual dining environment. The cafe maintains the same quality standards as our catering operations while offering accessible pricing for regular patrons.
Event Equipment Rentals
We provide complete equipment packages for events including china, glassware, table linens, and outdoor structures. Our rental inventory supports seamless event execution without requiring third-party vendors. Clients benefit from coordinated delivery and pickup services with professional setup options available for large functions.
Bartender Services
Professional bartending services complement our catering packages for special events. Our trained staff serves both standard and specialty cocktails while maintaining responsible alcohol service protocols. This service integrates with complete event packages including food service and equipment rentals.
People
Ivan Valencia
Founder
Founded Aroma Buena Catering in 2006, establishing its reputation for quality cuisine and service excellence in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Patricia Herrera
Current Operator
Assumed leadership in 2019, expanding operations to include cafe services while maintaining the company's core values and culinary standards.
Questions
What areas do you cater to?
We serve San Francisco, South San Francisco, Berkeley, Oakland, Redwood City, Mountain View, and San Jose with delivery fees varying by location.
Do you offer both hot and cold breakfast options?
Yes, we provide hot breakfasts including burritos and omelets, plus cold options like continental breakfasts and yogurt parfaits with minimum order quantities.
What rental equipment is available?
We offer complete event packages including china, glassware, table linens, tents, tables, and serving equipment for events of all sizes.
Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
Our menus include vegan, gluten-free, and vegetarian options with clear labeling. We can customize dishes to meet specific dietary requirements with advance notice.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, checks, and direct deposits. Payment terms require settlement within 14 days of invoice date.
What is your cancellation policy?
Same-day cancellations incur full charges. Orders without rentals receive no charge when canceled 48 hours in advance, while specialty items require 48-hour notice.
