The Best Nut-free Wedding Caterers in Carpentersville, IL

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36 Wedding Caterers in Carpentersville, IL

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Wooden Paddle Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Wooden Paddle is a full-service wedding caterer in Chicagoland — mobile wood-fired ovens, on-site cooking by Chicago chefs, bar service, staffing, and cleanup all included. Fun, unconventional catering that's totally you. 🍕

The Wooden Paddle catered our wedding, and they were exceptional. The food was outstanding—beautifully prepared, high quality, and a true highlight of the night. Our guests absolutely loved the family‑style service, which made the meal feel abundant, relaxed, and communal in the best way. Working with Kat throughout the planning process was effortless. She was responsive, thoughtful, and made everything feel easy. On the day of, the onsite team was efficient, professional, and quietly handled every detail. We didn’t have a single moment of concern; they simply took care of everything so we could enjoy the celebration. We’re incredibly grateful for their work and would recommend The Wooden Paddle without hesitation.
Luke S., 7 days ago
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My Chef Catering 

4.9

  • Starts at $50 per person
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Whether the perfect celebration means a garden cocktail party or a formal dinner, we have menu options that make your day extraordinary. My Chef Catering offers a wide selection of menu items to fit every occasion and every budget. At My Chef we pride ourselves on customizing our service and our menus to the satisfaction of our customers – from the simply elegant to the delightfully lavish. Just call and you will see how easy it is to host a memorable event that suits your taste and budget.

Awarded Best of Zola
My Chef exceeded our expectations. The food was great and they offer a variety of options. Jamie was a pleasure to work with. She was responsive, thorough, and patient with our questions and requests.
Laura C., 6 months ago
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True Cuisine 

4.7

  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

True Cuisine is the ultimate wedding planner! Let us handle the details so you can enjoy the experience. We will create a memorable affair; creating locally sourced, scratch-made, and chef inspired dishes, providing impeccable service, creating the perfect table settings, working with florists, coordinating rentals, providing bartenders and anything else you may require. Give us a call today to start planning your special day!

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WOW! The food was absolutely delicious, the Black Cherry Brisket was my favorite, and the soft pretzel bar was everything! Not only was all the food incredible, the communication and dedication their team had to making our big day special was amazing. So attentive both day of and in the planning process, I had such a specific vision for tableware and they delivered above and beyond! I highly recommend their services to anyone in the Chicagoland area!
Rachel P., a year ago
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Cody’s Belly Bites 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL
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Cody’s Belly Bites was born during the COVID-19 pandemic when I converted a van into a mobile kitchen, delivering fresh, homemade meals to frontline workers across Chicago. Even after opening and closing a restaurant while pregnant during uncertain times, I kept going. What began as affordable meal plates in underserved communities grew into a full-service private chef and catering company operating from a licensed commercial kitchen. Today, we cater weddings, corporate events, and intimate gatherings with heart, excellence, and purpose — always serving food made with love.

Cody's Belly Bites exceeded every expectation. From inquiry to execution, Chef Cody was professional, organized, and detail-oriented. The communication was fast and great, and the team's work was heartfelt. The food was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious—guests are still talking about the Jerk Chicken Mac & Cheese and espresso buttercream cake! Cody and his team went above and beyond what was on our invoice and threw in a few extra freebies, keeping their word. The team was punctual, polished, and made hosting stress-free. If you want elevated cuisine with flawless execution, this is the caterer to book.
Mallory, a month ago
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SaveurFRESH Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Carpentersville, IL
  • Offer

A CULINARY JOURNEY TAILORED WITH UNIQUE VISION and CULINARY CREATION . With chic innovative vision emerging from diverse cultures specializing in superior meats fresh seafood and organic ingredients while influenced through distinctive heritages and cultural trends, Our Custom Catering brings you profound ethnic cuisine with superior taste impeccable service & atmosphere. Indulge your guests with a culinary journey that is as diverse as your imagination. Every event is full and complete offering beverage service alongside our meal offerings and our mission is to provide exceptional catering services that exceed our clients expectations

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Saveur Fresh Catering was an absolute lifesaver for our wedding day. After our originally hired caterer cancelled on us last minute, Chef Chris and his team at Saveur Fresh stepped in and saved the day. Their communication was quick, streamlined, and courteous throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was outstanding, excellent, and truly top-notch. I will forever be so very grateful to Saveur Fresh and Chef Chris - they kept my wife's dream wedding alive when it seemed like it was going to be a disaster. Thanks to their incredible service and delicious food, our wedding day was perfect. I highly recommend Saveur Fresh Catering to any couple looking for an exceptional catering experience.
Sebastian C., a year ago
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The Tamale Spaceship 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Chicago's catering and food truck company featuring traditional Mexican street food, our food truck was nominated Chicago's best in 2011, 2013 & 2015. The best Mexican food for your event! Manny’s wisdom and expertise in Mexican cuisine were born in the kitchens of some of the top restaurants in Chicago, including Frontera Grill. His unique brand of creativity helps him shine as a fantastic director of catering.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Tamale Spaceship was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding catering. From the very first interaction, their communication was prompt, thorough, and kind. They clearly took great care in understanding our vision and preferences, and their execution was thoughtful, delicious, and well-organized. The Tamale Spaceship handled all the catering details seamlessly, working perfectly with our venue to ensure everything ran smoothly. They also went above and beyond to take care of us as the bride and groom, making sure we were well-fed and taken care of throughout the night. We couldn't have asked for a better catering experience, and our guests raved about the incredible food. We highly recommend The Tamale Spaceship for any couple's wedding day.
Kathleen L., 10 months ago
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Elite Events Chicago 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Formerly known as Cooking with Cuellar, Elite Events Chicago is a trending catering service that has all of your party planning needs under one roof. Whether you’re looking for a cost effective menu for your large party or a full service wedding we are the simplified answer to your catering needs.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cooking With Cuellar LLC provided exceptional catering services for our wedding day. Their communication was professional, responsive, and transparent with their pricing. The quality of their work was truly 5-star, with beautifully plated dishes made from high-quality ingredients that were absolutely mouth-watering. They offered a diverse, multi-cultural menu that catered to our vegetarian and vegan guests. Chris' love for cooking, extensive experience, and professionalism made catering the one thing we didn't have to worry about on our special day. We have since used Cooking With Cuellar for other events and work lunches, and they have always been flexible and able to meet our needs, whether it's accommodating dietary restrictions or handling the full catering setup. We highly recommend Cooking With Cuellar for any event where you want delicious, high-quality food and exceptional service.
Rachael T., a year ago
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Fitoor Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

As a leading catering company, we pride ourselves on crafting unforgettable dining experiences that elevate any occasion. Our team of skilled chefs meticulously curates a diverse menu, showcasing a fusion of global cuisines, using only the finest and freshest ingredients. Our dedicated staff ensures seamless execution, from personalized menu planning to flawless presentation, leaving you free to savor every moment of your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Fitoor Catering was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our very first conversation, their communication was prompt, quick, and easy - they made the entire catering process a breeze. The team was incredibly professional, timely, and punctual throughout the planning and on the day of our event. The food they provided was absolutely delicious and received rave reviews from all of our guests. Fitoor Catering truly contributed to making our special day perfect. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional catering experience.
Joshua, a year ago
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Paulie Gee's Chicago 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Paulie Gee Chicago is a beloved neighborhood pizza joint known for its fresh and delicious Detroit Style, Wood-Fire, and New York Style pies, offering a genuine and family-like atmosphere that locals cherish. For the past eight years, they have fostered strong relationships with their customers, treating them as family rather than just clients. As they expand into off-site private events, their commitment to exceptional service remains steadfast, and the diverse menu continues to grow, earning praise as a standout culinary gem in Chicago's vibrant food scene.

Awarded Best of Zola
Paulie Gee's Chicago was a fantastic choice for our wedding catering. From the start, their communication was prompt, personable, and flexible. We felt like we were doing our own thing, but their experience helped us fit the food to our plans. Day of, delivery was there, right on time and Tiara set everything up to plan. We feel fortunate to share one of favorite restaurants with family and friends. Being surprised with a heart-shaped pizza a special touch. Of course, everyone enjoyed the food. I think Logan Squares were especially good for the event and I'm glad the seasonal specials were available. We couldn't have asked for better catering service, and highly recommend Paulie Gee's Chicago to any couple planning their big day.
Jonas, 6 months ago
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Relish Catering Kitchen 

5.0

  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

At Relish Catering Kitchen we strive to make your wedding unforgettable. Through detailed personal service and flawless execution we can plan the perfect day for you. Our experienced Wedding staff can help you navigate the planning process from start to finish. You and your partner will have a dedicated Wedding Coordinator who will walk you through the entire process from start to finish. More and more brides choose Relish Catering Kitchen to provide them with excellent service and carefully crafted cuisine for their perfect wedding.

We were so happy with Relish Catering Kitchen for our wedding catering! They were extremely professional and a joy to work with from start to finish. Their communication style was effective, prompt and detail-oriented, which we really appreciated during the often hectic wedding planning process. On the big day, the food was simply delicious - all of our guests raved about it and we received so many compliments. Everything was high quality and exactly what we envisioned. The delivery staff were friendly, polite and very efficient setting up. Overall, Relish Catering Kitchen contributed to making our wedding day special and stress-free when it came to the food and catering. Their services and quality of work were top-notch while still being fairly priced. We would enthusiastically recommend Relish Catering Kitchen to any engaged couple looking for a stellar caterer for their special day!
Katelin D., 2 years ago
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Lula Cafe 

5.0

  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Lula Cafe brings our award-winning artisanal cooking to your table for weddings, social celebrations, intimate dinners, cocktail parties, corporate events. From custom menus by chef/owner Jason Hammel, our chefs will craft a spectacular feast for you and your guests from the bounty of our local growers and 16 years of creative menus in our signature style. We tailor each event to compliment your needs for all types of events— from weddings to corporate brunches and family dinners, lunch buffets to light-bite cocktail soirees.

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Lula Cafe Catering was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding! Their communication was thorough and accommodating of my food allergies - they customized a full gluten and dairy free menu that left all our guests raving. The quality and flavor of the food was incredible, with rich, mouthwatering dishes like the meatballs that I'm still dreaming about! They perfectly brought my vision to life in both the delicious dinner and thoughtful staff and setup. It was the best wedding dinner I've ever had, and I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend Lula Cafe to other couples looking for a caterer who delivers excellent service and food.
Amanda S., 2 years ago
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Queen Q's Quisine Catering, LLC 

5.0

  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Queen Q’s Quisine has been proudly serving clients for over six years, bringing people together through the joy of food. We specialize in delicious Southern-inspired comfort foods and delectable homemade desserts, each dish handcrafted with love and care. Our passion is not only in the taste and quality of our cuisine, but also in the professionalism and warmth we bring to every event. At Queen Q’s Quisine, we believe food should nourish the soul, create lasting memories, and leave every guest feeling satisfied and cared for. No event is too large or small. We can't wait for you to "Taste the Love!"

Q's Quisine Catering, LLC, delivered another great year of delicious food and set-up presentation for our company annual event. This was the 2nd year I requested Q's service and I'm glad I did. Q's worked around our short-notice and delivered a great experience for all in attendance. I look forward to working with Q's for other events in the very near future.
Kenneth C., 7 months ago
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DIVINE TREATS & HEAVENLY EATS 

5.0

  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I’m passionate about my work because I truly love bringing people together through food, hospitality, and beautiful experiences. There is something so meaningful about being a part of a wedding day and knowing that what we create helps make the celebration feel even more special. I take great pride in serving others, paying attention to the details, and creating memorable moments that couples and their guests will cherish long after the event is over.

We hired Divine Treats & Heavenly Eats for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with our choice. From our first conversation through the big day, their team was professional and attentive to every detail we cared about. The food was excellent and really impressed our guests—we got compliments all night long. Beyond the catering itself, they decorated the space beautifully and went above and beyond to make sure our event felt special and personal. Their service was top tier from start to finish, and they handled everything like true pros. We'd recommend them in a heartbeat to any couple planning their wedding.
Mark S., 4 days ago
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Taylor's Tacos 

5.0

  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Taylor's Tacos is a catering and events company that specializes in authentic street style tacos with Chicago soul! We believe in qualiTAY service, fresh farm ingredients, and bringing people together one taco at a time.

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Taylor's Tacos was an amazing catering choice for our wedding. Their communication was prompt and professional throughout the planning process, and they were incredibly flexible in accommodating our needs. The quality of their work was outstanding - the food they served was absolutely delicious, and our guests raved about it all night long. Taylor and her team were phenomenal, and we would highly recommend them for any event. We're so grateful they were a part of our special day!
Heather D., 2 years ago
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The Caterist 

5.0

  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Created by Chef Lynda Ross and family.The Caterist brings boutique catering to Chicago. We use fresh ingredients, classic techniques, and modern design to bring a truly unique experience to your event. The Caterist is one of the most creative ventures to hit Chicago catering. We like to focus on what our clients want--and we've found they want creativity, dependability and versatility at an affordable price.

The Caterist was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding! From the very beginning, they were highly responsive, answering all of our questions promptly and addressing any concerns we had. Their communication style was fantastic. The quality of their work was fabulous - they completely customized the menu to our tastes, incorporating cultural foods like delicious fried plantain (which our Caribbean guests raved was the best they'd ever had!) as well as using our own family recipe for mac and cheese. They even created custom cocktails for us with cultural twists. The crème brulee station was perfect. The end result was a truly memorable and personalized menu that all of our guests loved. We couldn't have asked for a better catering experience - highly recommend The Caterist for any couples looking for a fabulous, customizable option for their wedding day! They went the extra mile helping set everything up for dinner! Shoutout to Erin for helping perfectly execute our micro wedding and larger wedding 2 years later!
Asher C., 6 months ago
Pear Tree - Hel's Kitchen Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Pear Tree - Hel's Kitchen Catering™ has been serving the Chicagoland community for over 25 years. We are committed to offering freshly prepared gourmet foods and ingredients with excellent service to all of our clients. We provide a variety of services and have everything needed to suit catering needs for parties of 2-2,000. At Pear Tree Catering we strive to not only create delicious food, but also create an ambiance and night to remember for all of our guests. We can take care of everything from table decorations and themed centerpieces to costumed servers, anything we can do to ensure a dynamic and memorable occasion for our clients.

Pear Tree was absolutely fantastic!! We received so many compliments and everyone said that they’ve never had wedding food that was this good!! Shelly helped create an amazing menu and Nina did an amazing job making sure the day ran smoothly!! The entire team did such a great job and helped make our day perfect. They even brought some of our more ridiculous ideas to life (and I will always love the pictures of the pickle fountain we had)!!
Abby M., 4 days ago
Marie'S Catering Service 

5.0

  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Founded in 1949, Marie’s is the leader in Chicagoland’s catering market for special events. Whether you’re hosting a corporate luncheon for 50 guests or an elaborate wedding for 500, we simplify your planning process. Whatever you may need to make your special day an elegant success, we have it covered. Our services include: innovative culinary cuisine, various bar and beverage packages, gourmet cakes and sweets, extensive linen options and beautiful chair covers and china. Most importantly: a team of caring, organized and experienced service staff. Our devoted Event Specialists will coordinate everything for you.

We are very grateful to Amanda at Marie’s catering for providing us with a wonderful catering service for our wedding on July 29, 2023. Amanda was available via email at any time, and she definitely went above and beyond to coordinate everything from the food, the table settings, and the entire flow of the day. She was extremely friendly, helpful, and professional. She listened to our and our guest's preferences and needs, and customized a menu that suited our taste and budget. The food was delicious, fresh, and plentiful. The staff was courteous, efficient, and attentive. Marie’s catering made our wedding reception a stress-free success and we’d highly recommend them to anyone who wants to have a hassle-free and enjoyable catering experience. Amanda, you rock! Thank you, Marie’s catering, for your amazing service!
Celine W., 2 years ago
Hilldale Deli 

5.0

  • Starts at $950
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Hello, I'm Sarah Brennan, owner, and operator of Hilldale, where culinary excellence meets unforgettable experiences. At Hilldale, we're not just a catering company; we're industry innovators. We offer interactive stations, customized menus, and personalized event planning assistance, ensuring each occasion is engaging and unique. From the initial consultation to the final bite, our commitment to excellence shines through with top-notch customer service. We prioritize your satisfaction, crafting menus tailored to your vision and ensuring a seamless experience at every step. Choose Hilldale Catering – where taste meets innovation.

When we asked Sarah & her staff to create the most amazing charcuterie table for our party, she understood the assignment! It was incredible! Our guests raved & are still talking about it. Hilldale's attention to detail is like no other local catering company. The presentation was on point. We will definitely use them again.
Joleen P., a year ago
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FrancoSushi 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I am a private Sushi Chef with more than a decade of experience. I first learned the Japanese Art of Sushi in Venezuela. I continued practicing this multidisciplinary craft in 3 countries before I settled in Chicago, IL, where I live now. Sushi making is a very personal experience for me and I enjoy creating something unique with the food colors, textures, temperatures, and flavors.

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Chef Franco brings such a wonderful experience to your home! We’ve hired him three times, and we’ll definitely have him back in the near future. He takes great pride in his work - each course is thoughtfully planned out, beautifully represented and mostly importantly, absolutely delicious! His company is pleasant, and respects your home - leaving it spotless before he leaves.
Nicole, 3 years ago
Bellaru Catering/ Mis Dos Magos 

5.0

  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

We are a full-service boutique restaurant style catering company. We can cater events across the Chicagoland area and suburbs, from Wisconsin to Indiana. We have all licensing needed to help with your food, service, servers, bar, bartenders, linens, rentals, planning and more for your special event. Our menus are customized to your event because we believe each event is unique. We specialize in combining multiple authentic and/or fusion ethnic cuisines to create a harmonious meal through BellaRu Catering and Traditional Mexican Cuisine through Mis Dos Magos Events.

We had Bellaru cater our wedding in September 2019. The food was phenomenal and presented beautifully! Maya was SO MUCH MORE than just a caterer. The attention she gave to every detail made my wedding perfect! The staff was very personable and professional as well as quick and efficient. Everyone went the extra mile to make my wedding exceptional and it was thanks to Maya and her team! Bellaru gets 10 stars from us!!
Christine & J., 5 years ago