Frequently Asked Questions

    • Pricing varies based on guest count, service duration, and location

    • We provide instant customized pricing at https://goodhartcoffeecatering.com/instant

    • Our form is simple to complete, hassle-free, and you won’t have to wait for hours or days to receive your quote.

  • There’s a good chance we are!

    With a fleet of 10+ coffee carts and over 20 baristas, we can serve up to 10 locations simultaneously or up to 500 espresso-based drinks per hour at one location.

    We work on a first-come, first-served basis but can almost always accommodate last minute reservations (outside of holidays or peak periods).

  • Our full menu features all the espresso-based classics your guests would expect from a high-end cafe:

    Drinks (Served Hot & Iced)
    Latte
    Cappuccino
    Mocha
    Americano
    Chai Latte
    Matcha Latte
    Hot Chocolate
    Tea Selection

    Dairy
    Whole Milk
    Oat Milk
    Almond Milk

    Flavors
    Vanilla
    Chocolate
    Salted Caramel
    2 Seasonal Flavors

  • All we need from you is space to set up, one standard wall outlet for each cart, and a site contact person to greet our barista when they arrive.

    For every event, we provide:

    - A full coffee shop menu of hot and iced espresso drinks
    - Professional barista(s)
    - Stylish mobile coffee cart(s)
    - Professional Italian espresso machine(s)
    - All other necessary service equipment (coffee grinder, etc)
    - Freshly roasted coffee beans
    - Cups and lids
    - Condiments and stir sticks
    - Extension cord

    All price quotes include beverage service, staffing, travel, setup, breakdown, and taxes.

  • Our standard service area is within 150 miles of our headquarters in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, and Denver.

    But with a bit of extra travel budget, we’ve been known to travel over 1,200 miles to serve you coffee!

    We’ve traveled and served at amazing events across the US - we’re always up for it.

    • Each barista can serve approximately 50 drinks per hour

    • For events over 75-100 guests in a 2-hour window, we typically recommend 2 baristas

    • Longer service times can allow for fewer baristas

    Here are some specific scenarios:

    1. Single Barista Recommended (1 cart):

      • Up to 75-100 guests for a 2-hour event

      • Up to 50 guests per hour

      • Best for smaller, casual events

      • Perfect for open houses or morning meetings

    2. Two Baristas Recommended (2 carts):

      • 100-200 guests for a 2-hour event

      • Up to 100 drinks per hour

      • Ideal for medium-sized events

      • Great for weddings or corporate events

    3. Multiple Baristas Considerations:

      • Required for 200+ guests in a short time frame

      • Recommended for high-volume rush periods

      • Necessary for multiple service locations

      • Ideal for large corporate events or conferences

    • No upfront deposit is required to secure your date

    • A credit card is required to complete the booking form

    • Your invoice is due on or before the day of your event.

    • If your invoice is unpaid, the full payment (100%) is charged on the day of service

  • GET YOUR QUOTE

    REVIEW YOUR QUOTE

    • Check service details

    • Review menu options

    • Confirm pricing

    • Verify availability for your date

    BOOK YOUR EVENT

    1. Click the "Book My Event" link in your quote

    2. Complete the booking form, which includes:

      1. Contact information

      2. Event details

      3. Setup requirements

      4. Parking and loading info

  • IMMEDIATE FOLLOW-UP: Confirmation Email

    You’ll receive a booking confirmation with a complete event summary including:

    1. Preliminary timeline

    2. Setup requirements

    3. Invoice

    PRE-EVENT PLANNING:

    Your event planner will then begin reviewing your event info:

    • Event timeline

    • Confirms staffing assignments

    • Equipment needs

    • Logistics

    Location & Setup Details

    • Confirms space requirements

    • Reviews power needs

    • Discusses layout preferences

    • Parking arrangements

    WEEK OF EVENT: Final Confirmation

    • Weather contingency (if outdoor)

    • Final guest count

    • Special requests review

    • Barista contact information

    DAY OF EVENT: Service Execution

    • Baristas arrive 75-120 minutes early

    • Professional setup

    • Quality service during event

    • Clean and organized breakdown

    • Payment processed

    POST-EVENT: Follow-up

    • Service quality check

    • Feedback request

    • Future event opportunities