Des Plaines Catering — Scratch-Made, Chef-Delivered
From O’Hare corporate offices to backyard family celebrations — real food, not factory trays.
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Browse our full catering menu at a glance — main dishes, sides, appetizers, and desserts all in one place.
Des Plaines: Chicago’s Gateway to O’Hare
Des Plaines is where Chicago meets the world. With over 60,000 residents across the 60016 and 60018 zip codes, this is a community of hardworking families, major employers, and nonstop activity — all within minutes of O’Hare International Airport.
The city is home to Rivers Casino (welcoming 9,000 visitors daily), Honeywell UOP, Oakton Community College, Sysco Food Services, and Holy Family Medical Center. The Des Plaines River runs through the heart of town, and two Metra stations connect residents to downtown Chicago in under 40 minutes.
From corporate events near the airport to quinceañeras celebrating your family’s traditions, Des Plaines deserves catering that reflects its diverse, hardworking character — not reheated factory food.
Where Ray Kroc Built an Empire — Quality Matters Here
Des Plaines is where Ray Kroc opened his first McDonald’s franchise in 1955 — proof that this community knows the value of good food done right. We bring that same commitment: 99% scratch-made food, delivered by trained chefs, with a 100% on-time record since 2012. No shortcuts. No excuses.
The Problem With Most Des Plaines Catering Options
You know the drill: you order catering for an office meeting or family party, and what shows up is lukewarm trays of food that tastes like it came from a warehouse. Generic pasta. Rubbery chicken. Food that was mass-produced, frozen, and reheated by someone who couldn’t care less.
Des Plaines deserves better. This is a town built by workers who know quality. Your events should reflect that.
What Des Plaines Families & Businesses Are Ordering
Vodka Chicken Parmesan
Breaded chicken cutlets topped with melted mozzarella and our scratch-made vodka cream sauce, paired with penne alla vodka. Not from a jar — made fresh in our kitchen. Perfect for office lunches, team meetings, and family celebrations.
Slow-Roasted Italian Beef
Chicago-style Italian beef on Turano bread, with our housemade giardiniera and sweet peppers. Slow-roasted in-house — not shipped in from a supplier. A Des Plaines classic for game day, graduations, and company picnics.
Gourmet Taco & Fajita Bar
Build-your-own tacos with scratch-seasoned proteins, fresh salsas, and all the toppings. Perfect for quinceañeras, birthday parties, and casual office celebrations. Real Mexican flavors — not Tex-Mex from a box.
“Never Dry” White Wine Turkey
White wine brined, herb roasted, slow-cooked by trained chefs. Featured on Fox News Chicago every holiday season because it’s the only turkey that doesn’t disappoint. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and company holiday parties.
What We Cater in Des Plaines
Corporate & O’Hare Area
Meetings, trainings, airport events
Quinceañeras
Traditional celebrations, custom menus
Family Celebrations
Birthdays, communions, reunions
Holiday Parties
Thanksgiving, Christmas, NYE
Wedding Events
Rehearsals, showers, receptions
Where We Deliver in Des Plaines
We cater throughout Des Plaines and the O’Hare corridor, including offices, venues, and private homes:
- Rivers Casino event spaces
- Honeywell UOP offices
- Oakton Community College
- Sysco Food Services
- Holy Family Medical Center
- Manzo’s Banquets
- Café La Cave
- Fountain Blue Banquets
- O’Hare area hotels
- Downtown Des Plaines
- Des Plaines Park District
- Private residences in 60016 & 60018
From your O’Hare-area conference room to your backyard in the 60016 — we bring the same chef-quality service everywhere.
Why Des Plaines Chooses Frato’s
Des Plaines isn’t a fancy suburb trying to impress anyone — it’s a working community with Polish, Greek, Italian, and Latino roots. Families here know good food. They’ve been celebrating at places like The Choo Choo since 1956 and watching movies at the Des Plaines Theatre since 1925. This is a town with history and standards.
We fit right in. We’ve been making 99% of our menu from scratch since 2012, using recipes our chefs developed — not food we bought from a distributor. Every delivery is handled by a trained chef, not a gig economy driver. And our “On-Time or It’s Free” guarantee means you’ll never be left explaining why the food is late.
From corporate lunches at O’Hare-area offices to quinceañeras celebrating your daughter’s milestone — we’ve served them all. And we’d love to serve yours.
How to Order Catering in Des Plaines
Tell Us About Your Event
Fill out our quick inquiry form or call us. Guest count, date, dietary needs, and what kind of celebration you’re planning.
Get a Custom Quote
A chef will reach out with menu options and transparent pricing — no hidden fees, no surprises.
We Prep Fresh & Deliver
Everything made from scratch in our Schaumburg kitchen, delivered to Des Plaines by a trained chef who handles setup.
You Take the Credit
Guests love the food. You look like a hero. We won’t tell anyone you didn’t spend all day cooking.
On-Time Delivery — Guaranteed. If we’re late, your order is FREE. 100% on-time record since 2012.
Des Plaines Catering Questions
Do you deliver to Des Plaines from Schaumburg?
Yes — Des Plaines is one of our most frequent delivery areas. We’re based in Schaumburg, about 15-20 minutes away, and we deliver to Des Plaines regularly. We serve both the 60016 and 60018 zip codes.
Can you cater events near O’Hare Airport?
Absolutely. We frequently cater corporate events, training sessions, and meetings at O’Hare-area hotels, conference centers, and office buildings. We understand the time-sensitive nature of airport-area events — that’s why our on-time guarantee matters.
Do you cater quinceañeras and cultural celebrations?
Yes — we love catering quinceañeras, first communions, baptisms, and family milestone celebrations. We can customize menus to include traditional favorites or create fusion options that honor your heritage while adding our scratch-made quality.
What’s your minimum order for Des Plaines delivery?
Most catering starts around $150-200 minimum, depending on the menu. For larger events or custom menus, there’s typically a 10-15 person minimum. Call us and we’ll work with your specific needs.
How far in advance should I order?
For standard corporate lunches, 2-3 days notice is usually fine. For larger events, quinceañeras, or holidays, we recommend 1-2 weeks. Peak seasons (spring graduation, holiday season) book quickly — plan ahead.
What makes you different from other caterers?
Most caterers reheat pre-made food from a commissary or distributor. We make 99% of our menu from scratch in our own kitchen. Every delivery is handled by a trained chef — not a part-time driver. And we’ve maintained a 100% on-time record since 2012.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes — we regularly accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and other dietary requirements. Just let us know when you inquire and we’ll customize the menu to fit everyone’s needs.
Serving Des Plaines & the O’Hare Corridor
Based in Schaumburg, we deliver throughout Chicago’s northwest suburbs.
Ready for Des Plaines Catering That Actually Delivers?
Stop settling for reheated trays and factory food. Get scratch-made meals delivered by an actual chef.
Or email us at Catering@FratosKitchen.com