The Best Italian Wedding Catering in Lake Forest, IL

The Best Italian Wedding Catering in Lake Forest, IL

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9 Wedding Caterers in Lake Forest, IL

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Catered By Design 

5.0

  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

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.

You are always worried about the quality of food while serving so many guests, but everything was perfect! Guests raved about the food and desserts, so happy we went with them.
Christine A., a year ago
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Hoffman House Catering 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

You’ve been dreaming of this day for a long time, crafting the perfect experience in your mind. The dress. The flowers. The ring. And, of course, the food. Each celebration is an opportunity for us to help couples bring their unique vision to life.

We deliberated a ton on choosing a caterer for our wedding. We were trying to stay on budget yet choose something we knew our guests would enjoy. Julie Bieber with Hoffman House went above and beyond to help us decide and honestly her generosity sealed the deal. Nearly everything we tried at our tasting was top notch on taste and appearance. We settled on a BBQ buffet with a few extras (hot cider and candy apple table) and it was a hit with guests. Several guests came up to me to say how good the food was, especially the appetizers. The service they provided was also fabulous! Everything ran smooth and one specific server (unfortunately I did not catch her name) made sure that my husband and I were tended to and got food. She even went above and beyond catering to my dogs. Anything I asked her for she obliged. I loved that she made sure all my leftover desserts were boxed up which I don’t even think was her job but she did it because I asked specifically. The servers even took the time to bag about a dozen candy apples for us to take home. I was just super impressed and happy that I chose Hoffman House. No matter what food we would have chose I have no doubt they would have handled it perfectly. Choose Hoffman House! They’re worth the cost and you won’t be disappointed.
Megan M., a month ago
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Billy Bricks on Wheels 

5.0

  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

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!

“ 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., 6 months ago
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Chic Chef Catering 

5.0

  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

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, 4 years ago
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Paulie Gee's Chicago 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL
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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.

Paulie Gee's Detroit style pizza really does set a high standard for catering events! With its crispy crust, ample toppings, and the perfect balance of flavors, it’s an excellent choice for work lunch meetings. Plus, the addition of fresh salads complements the pizza beautifully, ensuring that everyone leaves satisfied. It sounds like you've found a crowd-pleaser that's bound to impress your guests at any gathering!
Lillian, a month ago
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Late to the Lake 

5.0

  • Starts at $450
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Great taste is the name of the game and we're committed to stepping up to the plate. Our goal is provide unforgettable, delicious, and eye catching options. That's why we prepare all of our boards and graze displays to your style, with the highest quality products. Whether it is an intimate dinner or an event for up to 800 guests, we do it all! If you are considering a Graze table for your wedding or next event, reach out and we'd be delighted to create something beautiful for you!

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From the moment we first reached out to Late to the Lake, their communication was incredible and exceeded all of our expectations. The quality of their work was truly exceptional - the food they provided for our wedding was delicious and remarkable, and they made our special day feel truly spectacular. We cannot recommend Late to the Lake highly enough, as they went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was perfect in every way.
Sarah, a month ago
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The Crain Experience 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Welcome. Chef Jason started out in the kitchen at 15 years old as a dishwasher at Red Lobster washing dishes and baking. From there, he worked many cook’s lines until I earned my first chef position under Emeril Lagasse over ten years ago. He's went on to operating casino kitchens, private dining clubs. Since relocating from Atlanta, GA Jason has gained experience in kitchen consulting and new restaurant openings. After 25 years in the industry, He is now starting a new journey into the Private Chef sector. He refers to his style of cooking as Southern Creole cooking, where it’s much more than cooking…it’s about the overall experience.

I would recommend Crain Experience anytime Chef Renny & Chef Jason was absolutely wonderful!
Alexis & T., 3 years ago

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About wedding caterers in Lake Forest, IL

How much do catering services usually cost in Lake Forest, IL?

Full service catering packages range from $100 to $8,000 and average around $1,500.

Which are the most popular caterers in Lake Forest, IL?

Some of the most popular caterers in this area include The Crain Experience, Relish Catering Kitchen and Two Chef's Cafe & Catering.

Do catering packages include serving staff?

Yes! 39% of packages in Lake Forest, IL include serving staff, such as servers and bussers. Many others also include rental coordination, just ask before you book!

Can caterers in Lake Forest, IL accommodate specialized diets?

They can! 6 offer kosher services and 20 offer vegetarian packages. You can search on Zola for caterers who can accommodate nut-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, halal and vegan diets as well!

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