Why Cook! Events & Testimonials

A cost effective way of hosting an event!

Why Cook? Has designed a creative selection of delicious menu items using the freshest & best ingredients available. Our dedication and creativity is providing the Bay Area with an International marketplace & café that serves the finest house-made foods. Unlike others caterers, Why Cook? Is a bustling café and market where many of the items available for catering are also available to be enjoyed on the premises or outside.

We can help make your private or business event a success!

• > Rent the Cafe - (Rent a space for your private party whether it’s a bridal shower, graduation or birthday- Indoor or Outdoor, Indoor Capacity holds 150 people)
• > We also have a business room available with a board and ahead projector at no charge with a minimum catering of 10 people.

"The selection is so vast at Why Cook? That dishes can range from ordinary to the more creative entrees we took home. It’s a café you wish was closer to your home because the dinners-to-go are good enough to offer your family or present at a dinner".

Joan Zoloth, Oakland Tribune

"I love going to Why Cook. I always enjoy the food and the atmosphere. We've had many business meetings there and the service is always great. They have lots of options to choose from and the prices are reasonable. "

Nancy, Alameda

Those in the Alameda, Piedmont, Oakland areas are among the lucky ones who have ready access to Why Cook? Located at Harbor Bay Parkway in Alameda.

Why Cook! Private Catering

We are the Private Catering specialists

We cater corporate meetings, early breakfast, hot lunches, birthdays, BBQ’s, baby & wedding showers, dinner parties, class reunions, family gatherings & much more. The catering staff at Why Cook? Is available for consultation 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Appointments , however, are recommended. You may fax us at any time.