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Centrally located in Phoenix, Arizona, Amici Catering is the perfect choice when you are looking for an experienced, budget friendly caterer, for your social and wedding event needs. Whether you’re planning an intimate rehearsal dinner or hosting a formal gathering, Amici's mouthwatering menu is the perfect way to share the occasion. We make catering simple: just choose from our list of homemade recipes, and enjoy a delicious meal, assisted by our professional and helpful staff. Utilizing 35 years of restaurant experience, we are known for creating long-lasting relationships and great food.
At Amici, we know it’s about more than just food!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$36

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$19

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$28

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$24

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Delivery
Set Up
Cake Cutting
Tastings

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$16

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine
House Liquor

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
BBQ
German
Greek
Italian
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

Reviews of amici catering

Sarah
Sarah Sent on 03/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Genuinely Kind, Professional, and Perfect In Every Way!!!

I truly wish the scale went higher than 5 stars because Lori and her incredible team deserve every star in the sky! We got engaged just before the 2020 pandemic and after booking a venue one of the first vendors we booked was catering with Amici after a delicious taste testing session at their offices. Well then the pandemic happened and we had to cancel our wedding not once but twice due to the venue we had booked (which we ultimately walked away from) we decided to spend our wedding budget on a home instead and I don't regret that choice but it did mean waiting several years before we saved up enough for the wedding of our dreams again! Cue 2024 we booked with a new venue who included catering in our package so we went for a taste test with their preferred caterer and it was...disgusting. So feeling defeated that we were going to have awful food at our wedding we gave up hope, until we remembered we had paid a deposit with Amici Catering! We decided to call and give it a shot though we expected to be laughed off the phone for even requesting such a thing, instead we were greeted with the warm sweet voice of the owner Lori who after we explained our dilemma met us with an "Oh my gosh is this Sarah??" she knew exactly who we were and let us know that they had thought of us and hoped everything had turned out after we cancelled the second time. We had the most heartfelt conversation with her where her excitement for us was so genuine and so heartwarming she could have said she needed $50,000 and I think I would have sold my kidney to make it happen because the wedding industry can be so cold and lacking in excitement on what is a big day for you and your fiance but here was Lori more excited for us than maybe some of our own family even was! She offered us an incredible deal with the costs that have gone up and we booked it immediately! I am so so proud to say that Amici Catering catered my wedding on 02/28/25 and it is by far the most talked about thing from our wedding, the food was INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!! It is to this day the best fettuccini alfredo we've ever had! I grew up in an Italian household and rule #1 is you never say anyone's pasta is better than grandmas, but even my grandmother came up to me and asked what they did to make it so delicious!
When we went to the bridal suite to sign the paperwork and bustle my dress for the first dance Lori had put a plate of the appetizers in there for us to enjoy since most couple's miss cocktail hour, the bruschetta is the bruschetta of my dreams and I wish I could have more now as I write about it, it's soo good and their pesto is perfection itself!
Where we stood before being called in to the grand entrance to the reception was back where the catering setup was and as we stood there waiting to be announced as husband and wife Lori came around the table to us and she held my hands as I stood there in my wedding dress and we tearfully exchanged one of the sweetest moments I've ever felt where she was so happy for us and we were so grateful to her.
Working with Amici Catering is not just choosing food for your wedding, it is gaining a cheering squad for your big day, it is feeling seen and thought about every step of the way, Lori makes sure you actually EAT on your wedding day because trust me you need it! Picking Amici Catering was the best decision we made for our wedding and if I ever have another event that requires catering I will without question be calling Amici back in! Lori we love you so much! Thank you for absolutely everything!! We will truly remember you forever
Charlie
Charlie Sent on 09/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Incredibly helpful during covid

Lori was so easy and sweet to work with, especially considering I had so much stress from postponing our wedding and decreasing the size so dramatically. Lori helped me come up with serving solutions and ways to make the event extra special with little details. The food was also so delicious! Everyone commented on how good everything tasted, and we got to keep the leftovers so we had great dinners for a week! I would absolutely hire them again and recommend them to anyone getting married in Arizona.
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Danielle Sent on 03/13/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Stop right here! You found your catering needs!!

I cannot give enough kudos to Lori and her staff. The food and set up were literally the BEST I have ever encountered! Lori was a joy to work with from finish to start. She was honest and reasonable. Everyone raved about the food and not one piece of leftover was thrown out. Her prices are unbeatable. Save yourself the headache and call her now, you will NOT be disappointed! Thank you!!
Christina
Christina Sent on 11/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Tasting Food Ever!

Had the pleasure of having them cater my wedding 2 days ago, November 9th, and I must say not 1 guest had anything bad to say about the food. In fact everyone was asking who catered my wedding because the food was impeccable. The salmon was so tender and juicy and filled with flavor. The parmesan crust it had was my favorite part. The grilled chicken was so tender and flavorful that I had none left lol everyone including my other vendors were raving about the garlic mashed potatoes because they were just heaven!
Not only was the food delicious the staff was amazing! They not only made sure everyone of my guests had food to eat they made sure I was good and hydrated which I thought was so considerate. I had the best experience with Amici catering and I will not only be using them again but will be suggesting them to everyone I know. Thank you Lori for everything!!!
Michelle
Michelle Sent on 01/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic food for our special day!

Fantastic food for our wedding reception! Amici Catering was very easy to work with in creating a special menu for our event. They were punctual, professional, flexible, and the food was delicious! We also hired a bartender who did a great job making sure everybody was well taken care of. If we have any special events in the future, we will definitely be hiring Amici Catering!
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Dorothy Sent on 11/16/2018
5 out of 5 rating

Perfectly Tailored menu

Amici listened to our theme and the food we wanted and totally tailored it for us, it was a desert theme so everything had Cactus with cactus flavoring in it. They quickly answered all of our messages and calls and we're very laid back about payments. It was so amazing!!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 04/30/2018
5 out of 5 rating
The people at Amici were amazing to work with. We got so many compliments on the food! They had a great vegan options. There were no leftovers because everything was devoured.
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Lorraine Sent on 02/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Sounds crazy but the most amazing salad. And chicken parmesan. Great food.
Chelsea
Chelsea Sent on 02/17/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Our wedding was in October 2017 and our guests are still telling us how great the food was! Not only that, but Amici wasn't one of the most expensive places either which makes it that much better! They were always responsive, worked with our budget and gave us different options and the food is amazing. Thank you Amici!
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Valerie Sent on 01/01/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I could not be happier with the food and service that Amici provided for my wedding. The food was absolutely delicious. The staff was so helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend them.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
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gREaTneSS! I work with em all...these guys are good :-)

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Amici Catering is owned and operated by Lori and Scott Harlig, who not only love food and are masters at preparing it -- they love people and the eccentricities of individual taste. They accommodate any and all requests for dishes that are outside the usual fare. However, they are well-known and revered for their Italian dishes. As both a wedding professional and the family member of a recent bride, I cannot say enough good things about Amici Catering.

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I've worked with, and enjoyed the food of, amici catering many times. Lori and her staff consistently exceed expectations and do so with an attitude and demeanor that will make you feel like family. I don't think anybody could ask for any more than that.

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amici catering frequently asked questions

At amici catering, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Tastings
The bar service starting price at amici catering includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • Specialty Beer
  • House Wine
  • House Liquor
amici catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
amici catering offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At amici catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • BBQ
  • German
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Spanish
At amici catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
amici catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, amici catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
amici catering is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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