Exemplary Chicago Catering for Over 20 Years

Since 2001, Catered By Design has been providing exceptional catering to the Chicago community and beyond. We proudly use only the freshest ingredients and quality catering services, transforming your memorable event into a true culinary experience.

BRINGING YOUR EVENTS TO LIFE

At Catered by Design, we have been transforming catering into memorable experiences for over 20 years. Our team is experienced in catering and event management. We will work with you to craft a memorable menu that suits your needs. We can make your corporate gathering, wedding, fundraiser, or any other type of event come to life.

We offer plated dinners, buffets, food stations, hors D’oeuvres, sweet tables and so much more. Our presentation is flawless and has earned us a loyal clientele and industry accolades. Our catering specialists will help you bring your vision to fruition.

Catered by Design enjoys an excellent reputation for exquisite food and exemplary catering services in and around the Chicagoland area. As one of Chicago’s top caterers since 1980, we have catered many spectacular and successful events. Which has made us one of the top catering companies in Chicago. Let us help you create a memorable event, no matter what kind of occasion it is.

Corporate

Feed Your People to Feed Your Business

We offer Chicago corporate catering for private parties and events. Catered by Design offers a wide variety of corporate catering menu options, custom requests, and convenient drop-off options. Our experienced catering sales specialists work with you to create a menu that fits your company’s budget, style, and dietary needs – all while delivering your food on time and ready to serve!

Corporate Catering

Menus

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A Catering Menu Customized For Any Special Event

From decadent sweets, brunch buffets, grazing stations, and eloquent dinner menus for special occasions – Catered By Design’s Chicago catering menus bring your events to life with sumptuous food and refreshing beverages presented in spectacular fashion.

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Venues

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Trusted Partners with Chicago Venues

For over 20 years, Catered by Design has been creating partnerships with event venues in Chicago. We are on the exclusive catering lists of many venues, and we also work with venues that do not have exclusive catering lists, but only select caterers that they trust. Built on trust and communication we are always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that their spaces are treated with as much care as we give our clients for their events.

Venue Partners

Sustainability

Our Conscious Efforts In Sustainable Catering

At Catered By Design, we know good food comes from trusted, quality sources. As a leading exclusive catering company in Chicago, our goal is to be good stewards of the environment in the process. We work closely to improve our sustainability practices with our vendors and partners to make a more positive impact on the environment as a whole.

Sustainable Catering

WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING

“You and your staff went above and beyond to make all the details perfect. As people who are used to worrying about the little things, it was wonderful to know that you had everything under control and that we could just enjoy the day. When we come upon our next catered event, I will know where to turn. P.S. The wine tree was a complete hit! It has set a new standard for events in our family. This place is nice, but where is the wine tree?”
Robert L.

“We had a great event with plenty of food that everyone complimented immensely. You are our caterer of choice for future events. We gave out your cards to everyone at the event, so expect many calls from them!”
Bryan C.

“We cannot thank you and your staff enough for all your efforts. Everyone was incredibly kind and attentive. The venue and setup was gorgeous and the food was delicious. The salad was so good, people were shouting to the table next to them asking, "Are you talking about the salad, because if not, you should!" ??”
Mike R.

“I wanted to extend my gratitude for the wonderful service we received yesterday from Catered by Design. I'm always nervous when coordinating events out of state, but it was a pleasure working with you from the beginning. Your proposal was professional and polished and put my mind at ease. You continued to answer all of my questions throughout the coordination of the event and then you all delivered without a hiccup!”
Brielle P.

“There are no words really, it turned out just beautiful and perfect. Way beyond my expectations and the guests were raving about the venue, food and presentation (especially the wine tree). Couldn't have asked for more. Thank you for the attentions to detail and make the day extra special for us.”
Kelly R.

“Everyone was just amazed with how great the wedding was and so many people have told me it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding! I will definitely look for an opportunity to get to work with you and your team in the future! We will even keep you on my radar for work events! ☺️”
Freddy Jo

“Every single detail was exactly as we discussed, and it was even better and more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. The food was sensational, and all of our guests commented that it was delicious. Thank you for helping us with everything every step of the way, we truly could not have done it without you.”
Kayli P.