El Tapatio Catering

El Tapatio Catering is an Imperial Beach-based Mexican catering company serving San Diego and surrounding areas, offering full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, private parties, and taco truck experiences. Known for authentic Mexican cuisine including taco bars, al pastor on a spit, handmade tortillas made in front of guests, churro bars, and custom menus accommodating dietary needs and special requests. The family restaurant opened in 1979 and expanded into catering in 2001, bringing family recipes to weddings, corporate gatherings, school events, and private celebrations. Based in Imperial Beach at 260 Palm Avenue, serving San Diego and surrounding areas, with deliveries documented up to 45 minutes away. Wedding couples praise the food quality and variety, the responsiveness of Carolina and her team from consultation through the event, and the attentive staff who kept guests served throughout the night.