The Best Wedding Caterers in Chicago, IL

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99 Wedding Caterers in Chicago, IL

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SaveurFRESH Catering 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Serves Chicago, IL
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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

Awarded Best of Zola
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 wifes 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.
Robert, 6 months ago
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Wooden Paddle Catering 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Serves Chicago, IL

Wooden Paddle Catering is Chicagoland's go-to for full-service wedding catering that's anything but ordinary. We roll up to your venue with mobile wood-fired brick ovens and cook everything fresh and live — wood-fired pizzas, chef-designed apps, desserts, and craft cocktails your guests will not stop talking about. We handle it all: professional staffing, full bar, rentals, setup, and teardown. Family-style, plated, or stations — you name it, we bring it. With 10+ years and 1,000+ events across Chicagoland, we've been to just about every venue in the suburbs. Serving the greater Chicago area within 50 miles of Lemont. 🔥

Working with Wooden Paddle Catering has been an absolute pleasure! Their team is incredibly organized, responsive, and truly dedicated to delivering exceptional service. Communication was always smooth, every detail was handled with care, and their positive energy made the entire process so easy. You can feel their passion in everything they do, from their thoughtful coordination to their absolutely outstanding work. I highly recommend Wooden Paddle Catering to anyone looking for a reliable, creative, and genuinely wonderful team to work with.
Charmaine Loise D., 6 months ago
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Elite Events Chicago 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $5,500

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., 2 years ago
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Maison Cuisine 
Rating: 4.9 (12 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $5,000

Maison Cuisine is an eco-conscious, full-service catering & event planning company, specializing in corporate events, weddings and other social gatherings. From black tie weddings to the annual company picnic, Maison Cuisine caters to your every need. As a full-service caterer, we understand what makes an event unforgettable. Maison Cuisine starts each dish with the highest quality ingredients. We use locally grown fruits and vegetables, when seasonally available – some coming from urban Westside farms. We offer natural meats & poultry, in addition to freshly prepared baked goods.

Awarded Best of Zola
Maison Cuisine was incredible to work with! Danielle made the planning process so easy and stress-free. The food was amazing, the table setup looked gorgeous, and their professionalism was top-notch. Nick was on site during our event and was attentive to every detail. Highly recommend!
Danielle C., 2 years ago
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The Tamale Spaceship 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $2,000

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
Food was SO good! It’s been a week since our wedding and everyone is still talking about how good the food was! We also used their bar services which was also great, I highly recommend Manny and his team. They all did a wonderful job with our dinner and bar!
Sahra B., 2 years ago
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Lula Cafe 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Chicago, 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.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    We LOVE Lula Cafe! It's our go-to neighborhood restaurant for celebrations, and when we got engaged and learned they did weddings we were stoked! Lula was on the vendor list by our wedding venue, Firehouse Chicago. From the start Lula was so great at communication, shoutout to Anna! We scheduled our wedding tasting and were blown away! The food was incredible and the price for the quality of staff care and thoughtfulness was perfect for our budget. Lula’s catering team was easy to work with and are such professionals, shoutout to Aylssa! We knew we wanted people to enjoy and remember the food at our wedding. Lula SO delivered as we had most guests comment that the food was the best they have had at a wedding! It was truly so special to have Lula as our caterer and they provide the best food and hospitality! We are so grateful Lula was our caterer for the best day of our lives! Photos by: Anna Jung-Hwa Photography
    Cassie D., 9 months ago
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    Fitoor Catering 
    Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
    Chicago, 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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      Cocina Fusion 
      Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
      Chicago, IL
      • Starts at $15,000

      We are a full service Chicago catering company with over 15 years of experience, specializing in a wide array of culinary expressions. We service all types of events including weddings, social, corporate, and non-profits. We offer full dinner service, bar services, interactive dinner stations, late-night snacks, and brunch menus. We have an expansive selection of menus for you to choose from, including Latin & American Fusion, Traditional Mexican, Taco Bar, and Italian.

      Awarded Best of Zola
      My husband and I knew the moment after our tasting that Cocina Fusion was going to cater our wedding. Apart from the food being delicious and flavorful, Juliana and her team go above and beyond to bring your wedding vision to life with amazing menu options that truly accommodate everyone (like a very picky Mother of the Bride who was won over by our menu choices) and provide world-class hospitality. Working with them is a dream and I would give them 10 stars if I could. As a bride, I felt so taken care of most importantly- FULL- the bride's gotta eat! After our February 2026 wedding, we were still getting messages about our food being the best wedding food our guests had ever eaten which really says something when the message is unanimous. I can't sing their praises enough. Jump at the chance to book this team, you will not be disappointed!
      Gina C., 3 months ago
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      Paulie Gee's Chicago 
      Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
      Chicago, IL
      • Starts at $1,500

      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.

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      Paulie Gee’s graciously hosted my husband and I’s wedding on site. We got engaged at the restaurant almost two years prior and our waitress was so kind and excited for us. She immediately mentioned that the restaurant could host our wedding. Initially having a different venue, as our plans changed, we contacted Paulie Gee’s about this possibility nearly 1 year after our engagement. Our point of contact was Tiara and from the very beginning she went above and beyond! We had many meetings with her as the event approached. She answered all our questions and did everything from helping us craft an all-vegan menu to assisting with decorating the restaurant the day of. We sincerely thank the whole team for our wonderful experience and would recommend Paulie Gee’s as a unique, intimate wedding venue to anyone who asks!
      Shannon G., 6 months ago
      Big Delicious Planet 
      Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
      Chicago, IL
      • Starts at $18,000

      Big Delicious Planet, named the “Greenest Caterer in America” since 2013, is one of the most sought after Chicago wedding caterers for couples who want flavorful, vibrant food with sustainability in mind. We cater highly-styled, glamorous weddings, and romantic, vintage weddings at venues all across the city and intimate weddings, elopements, and rehearsal dinners in our own urban farm. During our growing season, we’ll use the produce we harvest for your wedding!

      Any time we see that one of our couples has selected Big Delicious Planet as their event caterer, we do a little happy dance because we know the event is going to be incredible. The team at Big Delicious Planet always has creative and gorgeous ideas and their food is always the freshest and most flavorful. Their staff is so helpful, looks sharp and is simply PRO. We highly recommend Big Delicious Planet to all of our clients and in fact will use them for our own catering and events as often as we can.
      Wildman BT, 3 years ago
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      Molly's Cupcakes 
      Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
      Chicago, IL
      • Starts at $250

      Molly's Cupcakes is an award-winning bakery with a cult following serving Chicagoland since 2007. We bake all our cupcakes from scratch with premium ingredients in our Bridgeport-based kitchen and can bake for any party, large or small.

      Working with Molly's Cupcakes has been such a wonderful experience! Not only are their cupcakes incredibly delicious, but they truly go above and beyond for their clients. As a wedding planner, I deeply value vendors who put their couples first, and this team does exactly that. They take the time to understand each couple’s vision and help bring it to life beautifully. Their professionalism, creativity, and care make them a joy to work with. I highly recommend them for any wedding or special event!
      Brenda C., 20 days ago
      Irazu 
      Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
      Chicago, IL

        We have been in business as a restaurant since August of 1990, and have been catering events of all sizes for the past 10 years. We are also the only Costa Rican restaurant in Chicagoland and we would be honored to show you how tasty and memorable our food is! Also, we're incredibly budget-friendly :-)

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        Justin and his team at Irazu were fantastic to work with since the start of our wedding planning. His communication was phenomenal and he was super flexible with any questions or requests we had along the way. He and his team did a great job working with our venue for the day of as well and our guests couldn't stop raving about how delicious the food was at our reception. We were thrilled with the Irazu team and would recommend them to everyone for their wedding catering!
        Christi & K., 5 years ago
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        Brix Catering & Events 
        Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
        Chicago, IL
        • Starts at $500

        Brix Catering & Events is a dynamic team combining the skills of a classically trained Chef, Sommelier, and Event Planner to ensure your next event is spectacular from start to finish. We have the experience, the passion, and the keen attention to detail that a memorable event requires. Hire Brix for traditional catering, an elegantly coursed meal, wine pairings, chef demonstrations, or full-scale event coordination.

        Shannon and the Brix team were SO WONDERFUL! They truly made planning for our wedding so easy. The team was flexible and communicative! The food was AMAZING! We truly loved every thing their team made us! Every guest at our wedding was sure to mention how good the food was! You cannot go wrong with their team. If you need a catering team for your wedding or really truly any event, I 100% recommend the Brix Team!
        Marykate F., 3 years ago
        Jewell Events Catering 
        Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
        Chicago, IL

          We know you dream of an extraordinary wedding day. Let Jewell Weddings help make that dream come true. The beauty of a Jewell wedding is legendary. Whether simply stated or extravagant, every wedding we cater has the signature Jewell Weddings style, that “step beyond,” which has set us apart for decades. Our consultants are passionate about entertaining, combining creativity and expertise, so that even the smallest detail is not forgotten. With a knowledge of Chicago special events, extending beyond just weddings, we will make sure that everything, down to the last fork, fits your style.

          We couldn't be happier with the service provided by Jewell Catering. My now-husband and I first contacted Jewell 14 months before our wedding and loved them instantly. From the initial tasting, we were consistently impressed with their professionalism and quality. Everyone we worked with was a delight, both during the planning process and on the day of our wedding (we initially worked with Katherine and then Jennifer in the final stretch before the wedding). Throughout the planning process, both points of contact were always quick to respond to our queries, on top of any changes we should be aware of, and generally a pleasure to work with. I got a ton of compliments from our guests on both the quality of the food and the quality of the service, and I can't think of a thing I would have changed about their work. 10000% recommend!
          Emelia F., 2 years ago
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          Tri-Star Catering 
          Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
          Chicago, IL
          • Starts at $200

          Founded in 1996 by two friends, Robert Procell and Glenn Tisdall, with a long history in restaurant operations and kitchen management, Tri‐Star Catering has grown into more than exceptional food, tastefully presented. Whether you're planning a 250 person cocktail party or a 50 person brunch, we commit to helping create your perfect event while staying cognizant of your budget.

          I've worked with Tri-Star Catering for just about 10 years and have always had a great experience. Not only is the food amazing but they have a fabulous team, which starts at the top with the Glenn and Rob. I couldn't say enough wonderful things about them.
          F&S Linens, 4 years ago
          J&L Catering 
          Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
          Chicago, IL

            Ted joined J&L Catering in 1995 and was hired originally as a waiter for a corporate account within the company. Quickly moving up the ranks, he settled in to full-time event planning for the company, where he has remained working with our social, corporate and private clients for over 10 years. He has designed events for clients around the country, but particularly loves working in Chicago. Ted purchased the company in 2001 with his business partner and executive chef, Kevin Kelly. Along with the responsibilities of running a successful business with over one hundred-thirty employees, Ted is very active in Chicago’s fundraising community.

            I wish I could give them more stars, more reviews, more everything because they were INCREDIBLE. We are still getting compliments on our food a month later and, of course day of, everyone was RAVING. Jim was beyond helpful. He was there for us every step of the way and so supportive. The entire staff was fast, efficient, professional, supportive and just beyond friendly. I want to do it all over again just to see them all! I absolutely recommend J&L and will happily continue to do so!
            Katie I., 2 years ago
            Nellie's Restaurant 
            Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
            Chicago, IL
            • Starts at $460

            Since 2006, Nellie’s Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s Humboldt Park, sharing authentic Puerto Rican flavors and heartfelt hospitality with every guest. We specialize in wedding catering and private events, offering fully customizable menus and a warm, memorable dining experience that your guests will talk about for years to come. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our team is dedicated to making your wedding seamless and flavorful.

            We couldn’t have asked for a better experience than working with Nellie’s for our wedding last summer! From the very first tasting to the day of the event, Alex and his team went above and beyond to make everything perfect. The food was absolutely incredible — our guests are still talking about the arroz con gandules, chicharrón de pollo, and of course, the famous avena de coco. Not only was the food delicious, but the service was seamless, friendly, and truly made our day feel special. They even worked with us to customize the menu and accommodate a few dietary requests without a hitch. We’re so grateful to Nellie’s for bringing the flavor, warmth, and love of Puerto Rican culture to our big day. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for amazing catering with heart!
            Mia, a year ago