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Catering by Michaels provides catering services to weddings and events in Chicago. The full-service catering company is dedicated to bringing unique flavor and creative food to you. By building relationships with every client, our chefs are able to customize menus to fit your interests, tastes, and preferences.

Services Offered
Our food is available in a variety of serving styles including plated, buffet, or family style. Work with our wedding coordinators to find the best option for your budget and preference. Our team will handle setup, cleanup, and everything in between!

Cuisine
Choose the food you want. Catering by Michaels allows couples to customize your own meals rather than picking from a restictive list. Some past menus have included traditional Indian food, comfort food with a twist, or garden inspired hors d’oeuvres. Our pastry chef can also provide cakes and desserts customized for you.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$125

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

$135

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$140

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

$65

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$28

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

Open Bar
House Beer
House Wine
House Liquor
Signature Drink

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?

African
American
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Greek
Indian
Italian
Latin American
Mediterranean
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Kosher
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 Catering by Michaels

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Reviewers praised Catering by Michaels for excellent communication and ease of planning, especially for remote couples. The food was repeatedly called delicious and varied, with tastings and thoughtful dietary accommodations. Staff were professional, attentive, and responsive, offering great value and strong recommendations.

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Reviewers praised Catering by Michaels for excellent communication and ease of planning, especially for remote couples. The food was repeatedly called delicious and varied, with tastings and thoughtful dietary accommodations. Staff were professional, attentive, and responsive, offering great value and strong recommendations.

Hanna
Hanna Sent on 03/21/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Delicious food and Great service!

We worked with Shannon to plan the meal for our October wedding and couldn’t be happier with how things turned out!

Shannon was very responsive and timely with emails - which was especially important for us since we were planning our wedding from California and couldn’t make a lot of back-and-forth trips to Chicago.

The food was very tasty - the beef tenderloin was perfect (and the food that convinced my husband that these were the right caterers for us!) and the appetizer and dessert options were exciting and fresh. I especially appreciated that the caterers made a special plate of appetizers for my husband and I and packed up all the desserts to send home with us!

Their willingness to work with us to design the perfect salad option was very appreciated!

The waitstaff was responsive and accepted feedback.
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 02/13/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding Caterer

I cannot say enough good things about Catering by Michaels. What was I looking for in a caterer? Good food, straightforward to work with, reasonably priced. What did I get in this caterer? I got delicious food (people still are commenting to me after the wedding about how good the food was) that had many options and were completely supportive of finding delicious food for folks of all dietary needs. I got an amazing person to work with. Stacey was super responsive, clear in explaining things, helpful to keep to our budget, friendly, knowledgeable, and with us every step of planning. And the price point was really fantastic. Should I have any major catering event to plan again, I would not hesitate to immediately see if Catering by Michaels was available first. Thank you to Stacey and her team for helping make our wedding such a joyful and delicious event!
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5 out of 5 rating

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Jackie Sent on 08/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Wedding Catering Experience

Catering by Michael’s was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From the beginning, they made everything so easy and smooth, especially for an event that can seem stressful and overwhelming. Emily, the event coordinator, was so communicative, thoughtful, responsive, and gave helpful advice along the way. We were so grateful to work with her! We also received so many compliments about the food served at our wedding – many of our guests said that was the best food they’ve ever had at a wedding (and we agree!). The catering staff at the wedding were also super kind and accessible/approachable. We also had a covid-conscious wedding and asked the staff if they wouldn’t mind wearing masks and they all obliged, which we really appreciated. Catering by Michael’s and all the staff were also super attentive to details and made sure that everyone with allergies or dietary restrictions were well cared for. We could not recommend Catering by Michael’s enough for all your catering needs! 10/10!
Teddy&Chelsea
Teddy&Chelsea Sent on 11/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Top notch food and service!

We booked Catering by Michaels for our wedding after having multiple family friends recommended them and they EXCEEDED ALL EXPECTATIONS!

Communication with Michaels was seamless and working with our coordinator, Stacey, was a dream. She was so on top of it in scheduling our tasting, attending our final walk-through, and making sure everything was perfect on the day of the event.

First and foremost the food options they offered were TO DIE FOR. It was so hard choosing what we wanted at our wedding because everything sounded so good. I went into choosing a caterer just not wanting bad food and they provided everything and more that I could imagine. The tasting was one of our favorite parts of planning. We had such a great time trying all the food, making notes, and playing around with place-setting options. Truly we were blown away with every food item we tasted.

When it came to the walk-through Stacey came prepared and asked us all the right questions, even about things we hadn't thought of or discussed. I was thoroughly impressed with her knowledge and professionalism.

On the wedding day, Stacey and all the Catering by Michaels staff were TOP NOTCH! Our guests were also blown away by how delicious the food was - from apps, to dinner, to dessert. Multiple guests have reached out to us post-wedding to rave about not only the food but also about the staff and service they received.

I cannot say enough about how much I enjoyed working with Stacey and Catering by Michaels and would recommend them to anyone who is considering them as an option for any event!
K
Kalina Sent on 07/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Catering by Michaels is the best!

We used Catering by Michael’s for our April 2023 wedding and I cannot recommend them enough! We worked with Stacey and she was amazing through the entire process, from pricing out various options for our quotes to helping us craft a menu that would work best for our wedding. On top of all of it she was incredibly professional and always in great mood and so pleasant to work with. Catering was a big expense for us so she took a lot of time to help us get everything just right for our big day.

We had a tasting a few months before the wedding, which was such a fun experience and helped us feel much better about the day. The tasting was a true demonstration of how things would go on our wedding day and they were not kidding - it was exactly the amazing food and customer service we got to experience on our wedding.

Everything about the wedding catering went perfectly - every team member was professional and in a great mood, tables were served promptly with warm food, and the best part was that it was all incredibly delicious and filling.

I cannot recommend CMB more - there’s a reason they’ve been around for so long and are so amazing at what they do!
Kelsey
Kelsey Sent on 12/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Catering by Michaels and Moriah are the BEST!

Cannot say enough good things about Catering by Michaels for a wedding! From the beginning they were amazing partners - they were responsive, accommodating, flexible and the food was INCREDIBLE on the wedding day! Moriah was an absolute gem to work with and was supportive throughout the entire process. The guests raved about the appetizers, dinner, desserts and late night snacks and we're still hearing about how good the food was weeks later. 100/10 would recommend Moriah and team for your wedding.
Liz
Liz R. Sent on 10/05/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The best!

Catering by Michael’s was amazing!!! We worked with Moriah, who was so on top of everything and a breeze to work with. From our tasting until our big day, everything went so smoothly and not to mention DELICIOUS! We’ve had so many people reach out and say how amazing the food was. We were blown away! Highly recommend them, you won’t be disappointed!!
Felicia
Felicia Sent on 03/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Caterer in Chicago

My daughter's wedding was on November 13, 2021, but my post never got from my desk to this page. So after cleaning my desk today, I found my words and I still feel the same way.

Michele, there are no words to thank you for Saturday night. From the moment we met at our party planner's office until Saturday night and everything in between, everything was outstanding! Catering by Michael’s never disappoints! It’s amazing what happens behind closed doors that I don’t get to see. One goal that I had was to try every single appetizer. Your wonderful staff, serving them, knew my goal and helped to make sure that I tried every delicious appetizer that we had ordered. It was a success, I tried them all. Your staff was incredible. You are incredible! Thank you so much for everything you did to make my daughter and my son-in-law’s special night, even that more special. I have no idea what you did for the people with all of the special dietary needs. When I saw that list, I couldn’t believe it! But, you did it! People commented about how wonderful the food was! Thank you, thank you and thank you again!
S
S Abon Sent on 08/13/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Filet Cuts with Butter Knife

The food was SOO good I had so many people tell me they loved it during and even after the wedding!. Some even said it was the best steak they ever had. It literally cut with the butter knife.
Appetizers were delicious. Our event coordinator was so great and she was a huge reason we went with CBM, her knowledge and attentiveness and she is so personable. We made the right choice and so will you!
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Awards

138
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Highland Park Community House Highland Park Community House Historic Weddings

Catering by Michaels does a wonderful job and we are always happy to have them at the HP Community House!

Artifact Events Artifact Events Historic Weddings

Great getting to work with Catering by Michaels! Professional staff and great planners.

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Catering by Michaels frequently asked questions

At Catering by Michaels, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Catering by Michaels includes:
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • House Liquor
  • Signature Drink
Catering by Michaels offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Catering by Michaels 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 Catering by Michaels, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • African
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Indian
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Middle Eastern
  • Seafood
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Catering by Michaels, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Halal
  • Kosher
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Catering by Michaels provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Catering by Michaels offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Catering by Michaels is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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