The Best Wedding Caterers in Illinois

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174 Wedding Caterers in Illinois

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Elite Events Chicago 
Rating: 4.9 (55 reviews)
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Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Illinois

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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Billy Bricks on Wheels 
Rating: 4.8 (91 reviews)
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Lombard, IL
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Illinois

Family owned and operated since 2005, Billy Bricks on Wheels is one of IL’s fastest growing independent food truck business! With 7 brick-and-mortar stores, 6 mobile food truck units slinging authentic Neapolitan style pizza, pasta, salads, apps, and more made in a 900 degree wood fired oven, & a vintage 1958 Ford F350 Ice Cream bar truck/carts now serving up super premium ice cream! Welcome to the wood fired side, where we elevate traditional wedding catering into a unique and interactive experience for the entire wedding party. MANGIA!

Awarded Best of Zola
“ Billy Bricks catered our wedding on Saturday May 18, 2024 and we could not have had a better experience! From the moment I contacted them Craig & his team answered every and all questions quickly and put me at ease every step of the way. The day of the wedding they were nothing short of professional! All the food was made on time and it was DELICIOUS! All 160ish of our guests had nothing but great things to say about the food. In fact, it was talked about for the rest of the night! They all kept saying it was the best food they've had at a wedding ever. If you're looking for something fun and unique for any of your events I could not recommend Billy Bricks on Wheels enough! I look forward to working with them for ANY event I plan moving forward. Thank you again Billy Bricks for everything!!”
Jessica N., 2 years ago
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My Chef Catering 
Rating: 4.9 (65 reviews)
Naperville, IL
  • Starts at $50 per person
  • Serves Illinois

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
Sue is now a friend of the family! Her communication was excellent and detailed. She listened to our needs and was an outstanding collaborator. The service and food were amazing! Sue was attentive and made sure our guests were happy and had everything needed; she even personally checked in with us on the day. Everything served was delicious! Our wedding guests are still raving about how good the food was! My Chef was a perfect choice for our wedding and we highly recommend their catering services to anyone planning an event.
Erin D., 2 years ago
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Catered By Design 
Rating: 4.9 (65 reviews)
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Morton Grove, IL
  • Serves Illinois

Catered by Design brings your wedding to life with sumptuous food and refreshing beverages presented in spectacular fashion. Our creative and friendly team of event specialists will be with you every step of the way, so you can enjoy your special day with total confidence and peace of mind. While we can answer general inquiries, using a digital storefront does not allow our sales team to receive the most accurate information to help with crafting your proposal for your big day. Please visit our contact form to get a response from a sales team member.

We met Catered by Design at the West Loop Wedding Walk in 2025 and were immediately impressed by both their food and presentation. From that first experience, we knew they were something special and choosing them to cater our November 2025 wedding was one of the best decisions we made. Our guests raved about the cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres during cocktail hour, and months later they are still talking about the food stations and how fun and fabulous the entire dining experience was. Everything was beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. Beyond the food, the staff was wonderful to work with professional, organized, and genuinely kind, which made the day feel seamless and stress-free. If you’re looking for incredible food, a memorable guest experience, and a team you can truly trust, Catered by Design delivers on all fronts. Highly recommend!
Jess Vander B., 8 months ago
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True Cuisine 
Rating: 4.8 (31 reviews)
Wood Dale, IL
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Illinois

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 2 years ago
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Wooden Paddle Catering 
Rating: 4.8 (27 reviews)
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Lemont, IL
  • Serves Illinois

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. 🔥

If you have the chance to have Wooden Paddle as your caterer, please do not think twice. The food is tastefully unique, and the perfect wedding dinner for 2026. The staff is so lovely and nice - they made the whole day so seamless!!
Francesca M., 2 months ago
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Lula Cafe 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Serves Illinois

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
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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The Tamale Spaceship 
Rating: 5.0 (15 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Illinois

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., a year ago
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Astra Catering & Events 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
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Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Illinois

From our kitchen, to your celebration. Elevated, chef-driven catering for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations across Chicagoland. Crafted with creativity, quality ingredients, and thoughtful hospitality.

My partner and I booked Astra's services for a few of our wedding events after we were recommended them by a friend. The food was fantastic and the variety of food they were able to accommodate between dinner, cakes and desserts and even off menu items was great. They were professional, communicative and well priced and I highly recommend this team.
Billy F., a month ago
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Fitoor Catering 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Serves Illinois

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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Maison Cuisine 
Rating: 4.9 (12 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Illinois

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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Green Spoon Kitchen 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
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Evanston, IL
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Illinois

Green Spoon Kitchen is a full-service boutique catering company creating next-level experiences and connections through food, service, and cocktails. At GSK, we are dedicated to every detail and the vision for your wedding. Relax on your big day as we bring beautiful food and outstanding service to you and your guest. Our highly skilled events and culinary team will work with you every step of the way to create custom food and cocktail menus because we believe that each menu should be designed around the uniqueness of the couple.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I had a wonderful experience with Green Spoon Kitchen and are so glad we decided to work with them on our wedding day! We were planning our wedding from states away which made some logistics difficult. We were not able to do our tasting before officially signing on with them, but our initial conversation with Shannon and looking through their sample menus were so in line with what we wanted, we felt confident in choosing them. Our decision was affirmed when we got to do our private tasting because WOW was the food and drink delicious! Even better, Shannon and the bar manager were so accommodating and provided such an incredible experience. Specifically, we cannot thank Shannon enough for being such a huge help in the planning process from that initial call to the final walk through. She answered countless questions, made several swaps, and remained so friendly throughout it all. Even when we were getting stressed, she was there to calm our nerves. The day of, everything came out so smoothly and our guests were so pleased with not only the delicious food and cocktails, but also the service. Thank you, Green Spoon and Shannon for being such a huge part in our wedding celebration!
Caroline K., 7 months ago
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Cocina Fusion 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Illinois

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., 6 months ago
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Paulie Gee's Chicago 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Illinois

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 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., 10 months ago
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Relish Catering Kitchen 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Schaumburg, IL
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Illinois

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.

Relish Catering Kitchen was a decent vendor to work with for our wedding. They were occasionally hard to get in touch with, but when we did connect, they answered all of our questions thoroughly. The quality of their work and value was excellent - they did a great job with the catering and were very punctual. Relish had many menu options which was very accommodating for us, and they even packed up all the leftover food, which was awesome. During the taste testing, they were very flexible with their hours due to our busy work schedules, which we really appreciated.
Richard F., 2 years ago
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Lee n Eddies 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Glen Ellyn, IL
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Illinois

Affordable, Delicious & Catering, Carry Out & Delivery for Groups of All Sizes. Whether you are planning a corporate lunch, wedding or just need a quick meal for your family, Lee n’ Eddies delivers affordable, high-quality meals to Chicago and all surrounding suburbs.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Lee n Eddies for our wedding and couldn't have been happier with their service from start to finish. The team was responsive and professional throughout the planning process, and their experience really showed on the big day. The food was delicious, and we were impressed that guests ate every last bite with nothing left over. Our bartender did a fantastic job serving our signature cocktails, and the catering staff even went the extra mile by setting the reception tables, providing champagne flutes, and placing sashes on the ceremony chairs. We've heard nothing but compliments from our guests about the food and drinks, and we'd absolutely recommend Lee n Eddies to any couple looking for a caterer.
Stephanie B., 3 months ago
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Chic Chef Catering 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Oak Brook, IL
  • Serves Illinois

Founder and owner, Ravi Jayara is a man with a strong passion for events and hospitality. We pride ourselves at Chic Chef Catering for building life-long relationships with all of our clients. Any catering company can provide food and staff, but it takes a dedicated team of individuals to make your event memorable, ensuring the utmost client fulfillment. Our guarantee to our clients is to always go above and beyond in whichever ways we can to make all events deliciously special for you.

Ravi (the owner of Chic Chef) is an amazing, energetic and committed individual. He listens to clients and vendors to pull together his staff to deliver nothing but the best experience. Whether you are planning a micro event of 10 people or a large event of 300+ guest the delivery is the same! Perfection from start to finish. He has the most amazing staff that work like they are taking care of a family member.
Monica, 6 years ago
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Seed Sprout Spoon 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Saint Louis, MO
  • Serves Illinois

We are an owner-operated boutique catering & events company dedicated to local ingredients and sustainable event production. This simple tenet is a hardy root which has diverse branches: our food is fresher, seasonal, and best-tasting; we have a dedicated staff whom we pay a living wage; we support other small local businesses; dollars you spend stay in our local economy. Our event displays marry upcycled & vintage elements with live botanical arrangements. We limit the extreme waste of event catering by composting and recycling at home & off-site. We seek to serve well: both our customers & their guests, our community & our planet.

Having great food was my husband's number one priority for the wedding. We happen to be vegan and unfortunately if you filter by that here you can see that what many caterer's mean by "we offer vegan food" is "we will make a plate of spaghetti with nothing else for your one vegan guest" and that is the opposite of what we got with Seed Sprout and Spoon. They went above and beyond with our menu! They sent us their menu and we were able to work with them to alter dishes that fit our needs. They can do buffet or plated, we went with buffet because we only had a guest list of about 50 people. For cocktail hour we opted for a pretzel bar with four different dips. Our main meal was a nice hearty salad with fruit and nuts, a creamy polenta with bolognese made with Beyond meat, an absolutely delicious white (cashew cream) lasagna with kale, roasted asparagus, an eggplant/bell pepper caponata, and an assorted bread basket. For dessert we had a cake from another vendor but wanted additional dessert for people who aren't into cake and we went with some mini fruit tarts. Finally we also had our plates/glasses provided by them and they have a beautiful collection of mismatched tableware. Pretty much everyone went back for seconds and I don't think we had a single guest who we saw/spoke to over the next couple of days who didn't comment on how this was some of the best food they've ever had a wedding period. Not just good for vegan food but all around great!
Emily R., 8 months ago
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Lindsey's Ice Cream 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves Illinois

Lindsey’s Ice Cream serves up small-batch, Asian-American ice cream flavors with a nostalgic twist. From cozy backyard vows to modern downtown receptions, we’re all about adding that extra sprinkle of fun.

Awarded Best of Zola
I highly recommend Lindsey's Ice Cream for catering — it added the perfect, personal touch to our wedding! I ordered the platinum package, which included a custom ice cream flavor. We worked with Lindsey to create a Jasmine Rose Lychee ice cream, which is a combination of my and my partner's favorite flavors. Throughout the whole process, Lindsey was extremely professional, friendly, and easy to communicate with. She was always quick to respond to any questions I had, which was very much appreciated during all the chaos of wedding planning. The cherry on top was the cute ice cream bar setup. It fit in perfectly with our garden-themed wedding decor and made for great photos. After my wedding, multiple guests commented on how much they loved the ice cream bar, and that the option to have a custom flavor was something they had never seen at another wedding. If you're looking for a unique, memorable experience for you and your guests, please give Lindsey's Ice Cream a try!
Connie, a year ago
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DIVINE TREATS & HEAVENLY EATS 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Orland Park, IL
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Illinois

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.

Divine Treats & Heavenly Eats were an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, their communication was attentive, timely and genuinely caring - they truly wanted to ensure our day was perfect. The quality of their work was nothing short of creative, regal and professional. They color coordinated every detail down to the staff attire and even the hand sanitizer, showcasing their meticulous attention to every aspect. And the food? Simply divine - the best flavor I've ever tasted from a caterer or restaurant. We might just have to hire them as our private chef moving forward. Divine Treats & Heavenly Eats went above and beyond to make our wedding day exceptional.
Heather, 6 months ago
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Big Delicious Planet 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $18,000
  • Serves Illinois

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!

Big Delicious Planet did an incredible job catering our wedding. The food was delicious and they were able to customize it exactly to our preferences. Jasmin and Chelsey were excellent in their communication, planning, and execution. BDP also went above and beyond to make sure that our guests with food allergies were safe. We are so grateful and cannot recommend them enough!
Abigail W., 2 years ago
Food For Thought Catering 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Lincolnwood, IL
  • Serves Illinois

Food For Thought disrupts traditional catering services. What you have come to expect as acceptable is elevated into events that speak about you. Sprawling tables of you-inspired dishes, attended by a considerate staff. Your celebrations will be unforgettable. ​

Working with Food For Thought Catering was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Anna, our FFT planner, was responsive and thoughtful throughout the entire process, making sure every detail was handled with care. The food itself was spectacular—our guests couldn't stop talking about it and said it was the best wedding meal they'd ever had. What really impressed us was how the team paid attention to the little things that made our day feel personal and special. Their prices are fair for the quality and effort they put into each event. We'd absolutely recommend Food For Thought Catering to any couple looking for a caterer who genuinely cares about making their wedding unforgettable.
Celi L., 2 months ago
Taylor's Tacos 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Illinois

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Taylor's Tacos was a fantastic choice for our wedding catering. Their communication throughout the planning process was quick, kind, and professional. The quality of their work and value was exceptional - the food was delicious and they set up quickly, ensuring everything went smoothly on our special day. As the bride, I had no idea the catering team had even arrived until it was time for photos, as their set-up was so seamless and hassle-free. I highly recommend Taylor's Tacos for any couple looking for top-notch catering that will make their wedding day a breeze.
Yzabelle F., 2 years ago
The Caterist 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Evanston, IL
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Illinois

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., a year ago
Jewell Events Catering 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Serves Illinois

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.

My (now husband) and I booked with Jewell Events Catering probably a year and a half before our wedding. During that 1.5 years, we spoke regularly with Greg Jenkins (President), Hailey, and Maria (the Jewell Catering team) and I can not verbalize enough how helpful, involved and willing to go the extra mile they all were. Greg truthfully felt like an additional day-of-coordinator the way he helped us create our table design, source beautiful chargers and draping, discuss the timeline of the day, and get into the nitty-gritty details of every.single.aspect of the day. Not to mention the food is UNBELIEVABLE. Everyone complimented are food and I'm not shocked it was perfect based on the incredibly attention to detail Greg has. Everything (and I mean to the crumb) is under a microscope with Greg team, which makes the end product better than you could imagine. There are not many vendors that you leave the wedding planning process feeling like you are REAL friends, but with Greg and the Jewell Catering team, both my husband and I are genuinely sad to no longer have regular planning meetings with them! Greg team will show up to the venue with multiple-onsite walkthroughs, coordinate with the venue to resolve issues, and will handle last minute external issues without it coming to us so we can be blissfully happy on our special day. I never really leave reviews, but I HAD to leave a review for this team as they were the shining star of our vendor list without question. It's also worth mentioning we looked at 10 caterers for our event and could not be HAPPIER with our choice to go with Jewell. A Chicago wedding is overwhelming and exhausting to plan, but Jewell made it so much easier. Do not question it and do not price shop (believe me we did and it's a waste of time as they are aligned pricing wise with other lower-service options) - BOOK JEWELL EVENTS CATERING.
Ashley H., 2 years ago
Irazu 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Chicago, IL
  • Serves Illinois

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 :-)

Awarded Best of Zola
We love going out to eat at Irazu, so when it came time to pick a caterer for our wedding Irazu was at the top of our list. After we went in for our tasting we were SOLD! The food is delicious and the price was perfect. Plus the menu was super easy to have options for people at our wedding with dietary restrictions. Throughout the whole planning process Irazu was super clear and prompt with their communications, and asked us questions that ended up helping us finish up our timeline for the day of the wedding. We knew exactly what was going to happen and when, and everything went off without a hitch! Plus some very picky eaters on our guest list (my dad in particular) loved the food!! 10/10 would recommend!
Beth & J., 5 years ago
Pear Tree - Hel's Kitchen Catering 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Lincolnshire, IL
  • Serves Illinois

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., 5 months ago