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About
Chef Antonio “Tony” and Santiago pride themselves in driving quality, excitement and hospitality to each guest every time.
We’ve worked in the food and beverage industry in high-end restaurants and bars across the Bay Area for over 8 years, creating many menus and programs.
In addition to bar and mixology services, we also bring authentic rustic pizzas and Italian fares to your place with a beautiful wood fired oven, capable of catering to small and large groups.
Overview
Hired 124 times
Serves San Jose, CA
Background checked
3 employees
11 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Services offered
Vendor type
Type of event
Wedding / engagement
Birthday party
Corporate event
Private party
Cuisine type
Italian
Dessert
Drinks
Coffee
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Exceptional 5.0
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Karen L.
Jul 27, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
The bartenders were excellent, the service was impeccable and the special cocktails were out of this world! We would definitely use them again and highly recommend for setting a festive mood for your party!
Details: 101 - 125 guests • Birthday party • Upbeat / lively • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice • Coolers
Bartending
Crysta G.
Jun 15, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
We've hired the El Cumbala team twice or I should say maybe thrice- For bartending at our wedding with 150 guests, for our wedding rehearsal dinner for catering an amazing pizza party with 40 guests and a retirement dinner with 60 guests. Don't you dare think twice about hiring this team. Santiago and team will ensure you have a great time. When I say you don't lift a finger if you hire El Cumbala team when it comes to food or bartending, I mean it. The food is excellent with multiple choices. I highly recommend and would love to hire Santiago and team for any event again.
Details: Outdoor event • Dinner • Alcoholic drinks • Italian • Family style • Yes, full service • Outdoor venue • No kitchen • 50 - 59 guests • I'm flexible
Wedding and Event Catering
Jasmine S.
Feb 25, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Working with Santiago and his team was above and beyond from start to finish. Santiago’s communication was excellent, they were punctual, and most importantly the food was absolutely delicious!! The dedicated staff was very professional and friendly with all of the guests, making it a wonderful experience for everyone. It was a flawlessly executed and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! Thank you Santiago and team!
Details: 51 - 80 guests • Birthday party • Food Cart • Italian • Drinks • Home • By host
Food Truck or Cart Services
Bridget C.
Jun 5, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
We enjoyed working with Santiago and his crew - they are a one-stop shop for an amazing party. Santiago was great at helping to plan the rentals for our space, meeting ahead of time to plan for the details (cocktail tables & chairs, menu and speakers and microphone). From pre-party planning to exceeding our expectations on the day of, for our double graduation party. Everyone raved about the food (pizzas, meatballs, caprese appetizers, and salads). The cocktails were also fantastic. And the wood fired brownies plus ice cream were the perfect way to end the double graduation party for our high school and college-aged sons and our guests. I highly recommend working with El Cumbala Bar & Pizza for your next special event!
Details: 51 - 80 guests • Private party • I'm flexible • Mexican / Latin • Drinks • American • Mediterranean • Home • By host
Food Truck or Cart Services
Annabel H.
Jun 20, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Santiago and his staff were amazing for our wedding. We had two signature cocktails, mixed drinks, wine and beer. All our guests loved our signature cocktails. Santiago made the process so easy for us and recommended the amount of alcohol we needed to buy (I would listen to him, we increased his recommendations out of fear we'd run out, and had a lot left over). Santiago was also a one stop shop for us, we hired the pizza catering for lunch (pizza was delicious, all our guests loved it!) he was able to provide us with 3 staff members throughout the evening, and we hired all our rentals from him too. Highly recommend working with him!
Details: 101 - 125 guests • Wedding reception • Upbeat / lively • Public venue • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup • Ice • Disposable cups • Coolers • Glassware
Bartending
Credentials
Background Check
Santiago Gomez
FAQs
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
For the last 5yrs I’ve designed and led restaurant programs for several groups around the Bay Area including Classic American, Fine Dining, Asian, Craft Concepts and Mediterranean
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I fell in love with hospitality and beverage early on working as a restaurant manager and bartender. The more I studied the food and bar fare, the more excited I was to deliver a great experience to every guest.
What types of customers have you worked with?
Bachelorette
Birthdays
Weddings
Corporate Events
Wine Strolls
Past Employers:
Restaurants: Straits, LB Steak, Meso
Bars: The Continental, Roots & Rye
