Pernil
Slow-roasted pork shoulder, seasoned overnight with adobo and sazón.
Dominican catering in Oakland, CA
La Bandera Kitchen feeds Oakland — offices, schools, nonprofits, and families — with authentic Dominican food. We show up on time, set up fast, and leave the space cleaner than we found it.
Bay AreaFull service area
5★Rated on Google & Yelp
24 hrQuote turnaround
OaklandProudly based here
Not just Caribbean catering
Bay Area Dominican catering — a distinct cuisine, not a category
Dominican food is its own tradition. The sofrito base, the slow-braised proteins, the plantain preparations — these aren't interchangeable with Puerto Rican, Cuban, or generic "Latin" catering. When you book La Bandera Kitchen, you're getting the real thing: recipes from the Dominican Republic, cooked by a Dominican chef who grew up eating them.
Oakland has a growing Dominican community and a food scene that values authenticity. We're proud to be the city's go-to Dominican catering option.
The Menu
Signature dishes for Oakland events
Every dish is made from scratch. No shortcuts, no pre-packaged bases. We source fresh ingredients and cook everything the day of your event.
Pollo Guisado
Braised chicken in a rich sofrito tomato sauce — the Bay Area crowd-pleaser.
Arroz con Habichuelas
Dominican red beans and rice, cooked low and slow with recao and culantro.
Tostones
Twice-fried green plantains, crispy outside, tender inside. Always made fresh.
Maduros
Sweet ripe plantains, caramelized in the pan. The one thing everyone asks for seconds of.
Sancocho
Hearty seven-meat stew — the Dominican Sunday dish, now at your Oakland event.
Full menu available on request — we customize for dietary restrictions, allergens, and group size.
What We Cater
Oakland events we serve
Corporate & Office Lunches
All-hands meetings, client dinners, team lunches, and holiday parties for Oakland and Emeryville offices.
School & Nonprofit Events
End-of-year celebrations, fundraisers, and community dinners — with community pricing for nonprofits.
Private Parties
Birthdays, quinceañeras, anniversaries, and family gatherings across Oakland and the East Bay.
Community & Cultural Events
Block parties, cultural celebrations, and neighborhood gatherings — we've fed 300+ guests at a single event.
Ready to bring Dominican food to your Oakland event?
Tell us your date, guest count, and event type. We'll send a custom quote within 24 hours — no obligation, no pressure.