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Fat Freddy's Catering was founded in 1993 by Freddy Renstrom and offers wedding catering services to couples and their loved ones in Phoenix, Arizona. Freddy and his son Eric started a family tradition that continues today, one that began as a passion for food and community and has grown into a trusted name in the industry. The Renstrom family believes that every meal tells a story and every wedding is a chance to create everlasting memories.

Services Offered

Through exceptional food, flawless service, and personalized attention to every detail, Fat Freddy's Catering team is dedicated to making the wedding celebration as seamless and unforgettable as can be. They will work alongside each couple to learn their story and offer service that reflects their unique tastes and styles. There is so much to choose from on the day, and couples can arrange a mouthwatering meal made up of appetizers and hors d'oeuvres, customized entrées, and delicious side dishes. The culinary team at Fat Freddy's Catering values every guest and offers gluten-free and vegetarian food options to accommodate allergies and cultural preferences.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$35

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

$20

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$30

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

$25

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Tastings
Flatware

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
Asian
BBQ
Caribbean
French
German
Greek
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mediterranean
Mexican
Southern
Spanish

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast

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 Fat Freddy's Catering

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Jill Sent on 03/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

5 Arts Circle :: Ballet Arizona Event Dinner

There should be no hesitation on deciding if Fat Freddy’s Catering is good enough for your occasion. They have an amazing team that will surpass your expectations. Dan the catering captain is a true professional who attends to all your needs, the day of event. Fat Freddy’s team is exceptional and the food is outstanding. Call them now for your next event you will be pleasantly surprised!
Jill Christenholz
Executive Director
5 Arts Circle
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Keith Sent on 04/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best catering vendor!

Their services were affordable and their communication was 10/10! A huge thank you to Kandyce who helped get us set up and asked detailed questions that helped make our wedding day special. And a huge thank you/shout out to Emma & Rachel for setting up, providing excellent service, and making sure my wife and I were well taken care of before and after the wedding!
Marresa
Marresa Sent on 04/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Food!!!

We received so many compliments on our food that Fat Freddy’s provided. Everything was amazing and their staff made it so personal for us. We definitely recommend them!!!
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Chelsea Sent on 12/13/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Exceptional!

The food was delicious and the caterers were friendly and accommodating. Would recommend them to everyone!
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Katie Sent on 08/18/2020
5 out of 5 rating

If I lived closer, they'd cook all my meals!

Working with Fat Freddy's Catering was an easy, yet amazing decision. While being a COVID bride was basically the worst, vendors like Fat Freddy's made it so much better. I replanned my destination wedding, from across the country, in 4 weeks. When I called and spoke with Kandyce, she was so gracious and flexible to work with my needs! For our rehearsal dinner, we had catered their "Traditional Flavors" menu of prime rib, chicken breast, stuffed potatoes, green beans, and spinach salad with warm bacon dressing. Everything was flavorful and delicious. Dan, the Fat Freddy's staff, was extremely professional and upheld COVID precautions throughout turning our rental house kitchen into an amazingly beautiful buffet complete with linens and succulent accents! Dan was so kind and knowledgeable, and the food was TO DIE FOR. We talked about it (and snacked on leftovers) for the rest of the week. (It's been two weeks and I'm still dreaming of that warm bacon dressing).

I seriously can't recommend Fat Freddy's enough; I only wish I lived closer so I could use their services all the time! Thanks so much, team!
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Lisa Sent on 06/15/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond What We Expected

We had a small, backyard wedding - very casual. Fat Freddy's not only provided excellent food and outstanding service, they fulfilled some special requests and were able to accommodate some food challenges we had with our guests. They were helpful and friendly. Just an all around fabulous experience. All of our friends and family still talk about the food and service.
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Shawna Sent on 07/12/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We hired Fat Freddy's to cater our wedding 4/8/17. After reading literally 100's of reviews on catering companies I decided to contact Fat Freddy's and spoke with Kandyce. We did the taste testing and knew they were the ones.,We selected the Prime Rib carving station and chicken Marsala (the best chicken Marsala I have ever had) with Au gratin potatoes, grilled vegetables. For the vegetarians/vegans there was grilled eggplant (I was told by one of my vegan guests that the grilled eggplant was the best he had ever had, it was prepared to perfection), for the children attending the wedding, we did a kids buffet with chicken strips and macaroni and cheese and fruit salad. The quality of the food was outstanding and the quantity was incredible,. We had tons of leftovers and after our wedding reception was over a lot of our guests went back to our house and later in the night everyone was hungry and mac & cheese was what they all ate and every single adult said it was the best mac & cheese they had ever had. I have heard over and over again from my guests that the food was the best catered food they had ever had.

If I ever need catering in the future I will always contact Fat Freddy's and will always recommend them to anyone needing catering. The professionalism every employee displayed during my wedding was on point and I am forever grateful.

Thank you Fat Freddy's for making our wedding reception perfect!

Shawna & Mark F.
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Myra Sent on 07/06/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We had a casual reception at our home. We had Slow Smoked Beef Brisket with Au Gratin Potatoes & Broccollini. All of my guest loved and raved on how tasty the food was. One person who normally hates au gratin potatoes actually came back multiple times for more. I would definitely have them cater my future events.

And the staff was excellent. They set up w/o any supervision and placed everything so nicely. And the house was clean when they were done.
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Brandon Sent on 07/05/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing food and business to deal with. Our guests still talk about the amazing food at our destination wedding held in Phoenix. Hope to find a reason to use this service again as we vacation there lots. 10/10 on all accounts!!!
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Amanda Sent on 07/05/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We fully enjoyed our wedding meal catered by Fat Freddy's. The buffet area was set up beautifully matching our theme, and on time for dinner. The food was delicious and memorable. We would definitely recommend Fat Freddy's for any event.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

7 Endorsements
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Fat Freddy's is awesome! Not only is their food great and in abundance, but the staff is kind, helpful and handles themselves professionally. We have done several events with them and they never miss a step. We would recommend them to any couple planning their wedding reception as they won't be dissappointed.

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Fat Freddy's has done numerous events here at Westbrook Village in Peoria. We are always so pleased with their professionalism and staff. The food is delicious and all our clients have been more than satisfied. You will be impressed by both their food and their service.

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Did a party with these guys at Val Vista Lakes...never worked with em before. GREAT job. Unique food spread and cool people. Pros.

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Fat Freddy's Catering frequently asked questions

At Fat Freddy's Catering, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Flatware
Fat Freddy's Catering offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Fat Freddy's 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 Fat Freddy's Catering, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • Asian
  • BBQ
  • Caribbean
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mediterranean
  • Mexican
  • Southern
  • Spanish
At Fat Freddy's Catering, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Fat Freddy's Catering provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
To cater to all tastes, Fat Freddy's Catering offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Chocolate Fountain
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Fat Freddy's 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: 5 in flexibility, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism and 4.9 in value.
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