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Welcome To The Arlington
At The Arlington, our journey is rooted in a passion for exceptional food and meaningful gatherings. Nestled in Kensington, CA, we specialize in American cuisine, offering a warm, inviting space perfect for events from weddings to casual family dinners. Our commitment to quality shines through in every dish, from the herb and almond crusted salmon to our delightful vegan options. We take pride in our attentive service, ensuring every detail is mindful and stress-free. With a focus on collaboration, affordability, and accommodating dietary preferences, The Arlington is more than just a venue; it’s a destination where unforgettable memories are created.
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The Arlington
Welcome to The Arlington, an esteemed venue and event space located at 269 Arlington Ave, Kensington, CA 94707. Known for its commitment to excellence in catering and event coordination, The Arlington is not just a place; it's a culinary experience celebrated by couples and families alike.
With a focus on American cuisine, The Arlington specializes in creating memorable dining experiences that resonate with guests long after the event. From weddings to special celebrations, their team works effortlessly to ensure that every detail is executed flawlessly. Customers rave about the personal touch, professionalism, and exceptional quality of food that define The Arlington.
- Culinary Expertise: The Arlington has earned rave reviews for dishes like their herb and almond crusted salmon, which has been dubbed "to die for." Their chicken marsala paired with mushroom jus also receives accolades, showcasing their ability to elevate classic American flavors.
- Customer-Centric Approach: Clients are often impressed by how straightforward and accommodating the team is, allowing for personalized menu options while remaining mindful of budgets. Marc, the owner, is celebrated for his responsiveness and willingness to accommodate dietary restrictions, ensuring all guests feel included.
- Attention to Detail: Whether planning a wedding or a celebration of life, customers have found The Arlington's organizational skills to be top-notch. Event setups are described as seamless, allowing hosts to enjoy their day alongside their guests without worry.
Miranda Yaver, one satisfied bride, couldn't have been happier with The Arlington's involvement in her wedding, stating that the food was the best wedding fare she and her guests had ever experienced. Similarly, Bruna Lee noted that the team’s non-pushy approach during planning was a breath of fresh air compared to other caterers. This speaks to The Arlington’s dedication to ensuring their clients have a stress-free planning experience.
As for feedback on taste and quality, Madi Brown echoed the sentiment, highlighting how compliments flowed in throughout her wedding about the delicious food and kind, professional staff. Kathryn Phillipps praised The Arlington for being organized and well-versed in the intricacies of the venue, further assuring clients of their reliability.
Lastly, Wanda's remark about the freshness of the food and the positive feedback from her guests at a Celebration of Life event reinforces The Arlington’s reputation as a reliable choice for any occasion, complete with a custom menu that can cater to diverse palates.
In essence, choosing The Arlington for your next event means opting for excellence, warmth, and unforgettable food. If you're looking for a venue that combines delicious dining options with impeccable service, look no further than The Arlington.
For inquiries and bookings, feel free to reach out to them at (510) 525-3900.
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“ The Arlington catered our wedding last weekend and we couldnt have been more thrilled. They were really easy to work with in coordinating all of the details from the menu planning to the timeline to the linens in keeping with the palette of our wedding and everyone kept saying it was the best wedding food that they had had we happened to agree!. The herb and almond crusted salmon was to die for, the chicken marsala and mushroom jus were delish, and we just couldnt have been happier not to mention everyone at the venue the day of were nice as can be. Were so glad they were part of our special day! ”
“ We worked with Marc at The Arlington for our summer 2024 wedding at the Brazilian Room. Marc responds quickly to emails and quickly set us up with a complimentary tasting, where he kindly explained all of the catering options. What I really appreciated about Marc and the rest of The Arlington team is that theyre very straightforward, no frills people. For example, they wont try to sell extra things i.e. napkin holders, more expensive silverware, but will definitely present you with the option if thats what you wantthey are not pushy at all, which was such a breath of fresh air relative to other caterers we considered working with. They will 100 work with you to meet your needs while sticking to your budget. In terms of food on our wedding day, everything tasted great and they were able to accommodate all dietary restrictions. They did a great job setting up and breaking down the reception and ceremony space, and we had a beautiful, stressfree wedding day! Note we tried another vendor with our friends and family and they said they preferred the Arlingtons food, even though the other vendor was 1.5x as expensive. ”
“ Had such a great experience with the Arlington for our wedding at the Brazilian Room! We got so many compliments on the food, and the staff was very kind, professional, and easy to work with. We are very happy we went with them and would highly recommend them to others! Thank you Marc and your team for a wonderful night! ”
“ We found the Arlington through our wedding venue the Brazilian Room for catering and could not have been happier with how our menu turned out! They were so collaborative and the food was excellent, our guests raved about it! We also appreciated how organized they were and how well they knew our venue. Mark and Trish helped us to know our event was in good hands! The catering staff made sure to take care of all of the guests and especially the bride groom and we had a total blast! ”
“ I couldnt have been more pleased with the catering services provided by The Arlington for a Celebration of Life at Fern Cottage in July 2024. There were about 60 guests at our gathering, and there were many very favorable comments about the food. The menu included lemon pepper chicken, almond herb crust salmon, vegan veggie curry, grilled vegetables, and mini brownies, cookies lemon bars. The salmon in particular was a big hit, and everything was very fresh. The ownerchef Marc is extremely flexible, well organized, and very responsive to special requests. I kept the menu very simple to appeal to a wide range of taste, but Im sure Marc can cater to more sophisticated tastes. He offers tastings of possible choices. The food on the day of the event exceeded my expectations. The staff who worked that day were also super efficient, friendly, and organized. I dont think you can find a better price at another caterer for this level of quality. All in all, highly recommended! ”
“ Note this is for The Arlington catering company, which operates out of the space the restaurant used to be in but which is no longer open to the public. Dont go here expecting a restaurant or cafe. But definitely contact them if you need a good event caterer! Marc and his team recently catered our wedding at the Temescal Beach House, where they are on the list of cityapproved caterers. The food was delicious and his staff was very experiencedyou can tell theyve been doing this for a while! Im sure they provide the same excellent service and delicious food at other venues too. The Arlington had the best price quote of all the caterers on the official list, but the food was delicious and excellent quality. So many companies gouge for anything weddingrelated, especially food. But Marcs pricing was quite reasonable for everything it included...and delicious! We got lots of compliments on the food. Early on, Marc arranged a tasting for us and explained our different options. He also explained exactly what his team would provide pretty much everything we needed and gave us a contract with everything itemized. He also accommodated some special meals for a few guests who were vegan, glutenfree, or children. As the date got closer we spoke regularly to ensure everything was in place and arrange the final details, and make a few lastminute changes to the seating plan Marc had suggested. We even had a special request for our desserts, which Marc and team handled wonderfully. For the Beach House, Marc will give you an idea of a typical schedule, and typical ceremonyreception seating, and you can use that to build out your special day. Theyve obviously worked the Beach House room many times before and they helped make sure everything went smoothly, from being there on time to regularly checking in with us and making sure we got appetizers and dinner so we didnt go hungryget hangry! D I definitely recommend them...set up a tasting so you can see and taste things for yourself. The baconwrapped dates are delicious! ”
“ The Arlington catered our wedding at the Brazilian Room last weekend and I cannot recommend them more highly. In addition to being a phenomenal and creative chef, Marc was gracious with our many and growing dietary requests. Our menu was 100 vegan, and free of gluten, peanuts, and garlic our guests were stunned to hear that there was no garlic in anything. Marcs energy ahead of time was just what we needed organized, supportive, and exuding competence. The dayof team was friendly, hardworking, and just added such a sweet flow to the day. If you are considering The Arlington, do yourself a favor book them today! Youll cross one massive item off your event todo list hire the caterer and I promise you, you will not be disappointed. Thank you Marc, Lindsay, and team!! ”
“ PICK THE ARLINGTON FOR YOUR WEDDING!!!!!! Marc and his team have done hundreds of events at the Temescal Beach House where we had our wedding, and it was so wonderful to be able to trust that they knew what they were doing and let them rock the event. Marc and his team set up our venue for the ceremony and for the reception which goes above and beyond what you can typically expect from catering staff. Marc is very flexible and works with you to make sure you get what you want in terms of food and beverage options and set up. The food was great during the tasting and great during the event. The bar staff was also helpful and friendly too! I cant recommend enough. Picking The Arlington was the best choice I made for our wedding and Id pick them again every time. ”