Catering changes meaning when the restaurant sends more than food. A tray order asks the host to handle transport, heat, the buffet and the end of the night. Full service moves some or all of that work back to the caterer.
Saffron publishes several formats, from pickup trays to on-site grilling. Before choosing one, decide who will set up, serve and clear the table while the guests are there.
For pickup, keep the service with the host
Family-style packaged meals can be built from the regular Persian menu and packed in aluminum trays. Pickup from the Novato restaurant is listed at no extra charge; delivery is available for a fee.
This works when the location already has serving pieces, people to arrange the table and someone prepared to handle cleanup.
For an event, bring the fire
The on-site grilling option uses regular menu pricing plus a $600 flat fee for a four-and-a-half-hour grill setup and cooking at the venue. The premium full-service package starts at $55 per person and includes three types of Chelo Kabob, two stews, salad, appetizers and a light dessert, plus hot serving dishes, setup and cleanup.
Saffron serves Marin County, Sonoma County and the wider Bay Area. Guest count, travel, staffing and the event address should be discussed before treating any published starting price as a final quote.