Italian Pasta Catering Chicago
Scratch-Made by Personal Chefs — Not a Chain Restaurant
Lasagna · Alfredo · Vodka Pasta · Ravioli · Marinara & More
Or call a chef: (847) 895-2122
40+
years catering Chicagoland
48 hrs
notice for pasta trays
10%
extra food, no charge
9
pasta shapes to build your own
Real Italian. Made from scratch. Every sauce (marinara, alfredo, vodka, diavolo) is made fresh in our Schaumburg kitchen by trained chefs. No heat-and-serve bags. No frozen pasta reheated in a microwave. This is the kind of Italian your team actually gets excited about.
A trained Frato’s chef delivers everything hot, sets up your spread, and makes sure your event runs smoothly.
Every sauce made from scratch
Marinara simmered with vine-ripened California tomato and fresh organic basil. Alfredo made with real cream, butter, parmesan and fresh garlic. Vodka sauce with that perfect creamy kick. Diavolo with real heat. No jars. No packets. No shortcuts.
Our Pasta Menu
Swipe for more. Every tray is made to order for your event.
★ Signature
Pasta Alla Vodka
Penne tossed in our homemade creamy vodka sauce. Our scratch-made version, not from a jar.
★ Spicy
Diavolo Pasta
Penne tossed in our homemade creamy spicy diavolo sauce with ricotta. Real heat, not the fake “spicy” from chain menus.
Baked Mostaccioli
Classic Italian-American baked pasta in our homemade marinara, with or without Wisconsin mozzarella baked on top. Comfort food at its finest.
More pasta trays
★ Crowd favorite
4-Cheese Lasagna
Layers of Wisconsin ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan and provolone with our homemade marinara. The comfort food that disappears first. More on our lasagna
Fettuccine Alfredo
Fettuccine with butter, parmesan, cream and fresh garlic. Rich, creamy, indulgent. Chicken optional.
Spaghetti Marinara
Spaghetti tossed with our homemade classic marinara, garlic, basil and tomato. Simple, perfect, timeless.
Italian Cheese Ravioli
Stuffed pasta pillows with ricotta filling, in your choice of homemade California tomato marinara, meat sauce, vodka sauce or spicy diavolo. Elegant simplicity everyone loves.
Mac & Cheese
Wisconsin cheddar and mozzarella cheese sauce, fully seasoned or unseasoned for kids. Ultimate comfort food. See our Build-Your-Own Mac Bar →
Eggplant Parmesan
Lightly battered sliced eggplant with marinara. A vegetarian main for the pasta table.
Aglio Olio
Garlic, olive oil, simplicity. Light and flavorful, a good fit for guests with dietary guidelines and for very young kids. Ask your chef; it’s not on the online order menu.
Build Your Own Pasta Tray
Pick a pasta, pick a sauce, add a protein if you want one. Small or large trays, made fresh with 48 hours’ notice.
1. Choose your pasta
2. Choose your sauce
3. Add a protein (optional)
Add a Protein
Make it a complete meal with one of our scratch-made proteins, served alongside your pasta:
All-Beef Meatballs
In the chef’s marinara. Or try our handmade smoked apple bacon & beef blend.
Chicken Parmesan
Parmesan-crusted white chicken meat with chef’s marinara and mozzarella.
Vodka Chicken Parmesan
Rich vodka sauce and creamy mozzarella with handcut chicken breast or breaded chicken. See the vodka packages
Italian Sausage
Grilled Italian pork sausage in natural gravy or marinara, or with sauteed peppers.
Planning your menu? A chef will build your quote.
Not All Italian Catering Is the Same
Olive Garden and Maggiano’s spend millions on buildouts and marketing to convince you they’re authentic Italian. But behind those breadsticks? Heat-and-serve pasta. Pre-made sauces shipped in bags. Assembly-line cooking designed for consistency, not quality. Your team deserves better than fake Italian with a fancy dining room.
Sauces
✕ Chain Italian: Pre-made, shipped in bags
✓ Frato’s: Scratch-made daily in our kitchen
Pasta
✕ Chain Italian: Heat-and-serve from freezer
✓ Frato’s: Cooked fresh for your event
Delivery
✕ Chain Italian: Catering trays dropped by driver
✓ Frato’s: Personal chef delivers & sets up
Running late
✕ Chain Italian: Ask the delivery app for a refund
✓ Frato’s: More than 15 min late = free
Menu
✕ Chain Italian: Pick from the catering menu
✓ Frato’s: Fully customized to your event
When you call
✕ Chain Italian: Corporate catering hotline
✓ Frato’s: Talk directly to our chefs
Portions
✕ Chain Italian: Run out? Order more next time
✓ Frato’s: 10% extra food included
The reality
✕ Chain Italian: Million-dollar marketing, factory food
✓ Frato’s: Real chefs, real Italian, 40+ years
Your team can taste the difference. When the alfredo is actually made with cream and parmesan, not powder from a packet, they notice. When the marinara tastes like someone’s grandmother made it, not a factory, they notice. Stop paying chain restaurant prices for factory food with good marketing.
Why Teams Choose Frato’s
Personal chef delivery
A trained Frato’s chef handles your delivery, not a random driver. Setup included.
On-Time Guarantee
If we arrive more than 15 minutes past your scheduled delivery time, you don’t pay. See our guarantee →
Scratch-made
Every sauce made fresh: marinara, alfredo, vodka, diavolo. No jars, no packets.
10% extra food
We include 10% more food than your headcount at no charge. Never run out.
“Frato’s exceeded our expectations on a customized catering. They took care of every detail so we didn’t have to stress. Frato’s made our day memorable and we are forever grateful!”
— Ben & Mona
On-Time or It’s Free
More than 15 minutes late to your event and you don’t pay. Read the guarantee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the minimum order for pasta catering?
Our pasta catering starts at 10 guests for self-service setups. For full personal chef service with setup and presentation, we recommend 50+ guests. Contact us for a custom quote.
Are all your sauces really made from scratch?
Yes. Every sauce (marinara, alfredo, vodka, diavolo and aglio olio) is made fresh in our Schaumburg kitchen. No jars, no packets, no pre-made sauces shipped from a distributor. You can taste the difference.
Can I add proteins to my pasta order?
Absolutely. We offer all-beef meatballs, chicken parmesan, vodka chicken parmesan and Italian sausage as protein add-ons. All scratch-made, of course. Build-your-own pasta trays can also add chicken (including halal chicken) or applewood-smoked bacon.
Do you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes. We can accommodate vegetarian (many of our pastas are already vegetarian), gluten-free (gluten-free spaghetti and macaroni are available) and other dietary requirements. Tell us your needs when you inquire and we’ll customize accordingly.
What areas do you serve?
We’re based in Schaumburg and serve the entire Chicagoland area including Arlington Heights, Hoffman Estates, Elk Grove Village, Barrington, Palatine, Naperville, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Des Plaines and beyond.
How far in advance should I order?
Advance notice is always necessary because our chefs book up. We recommend 48–72 hours’ notice for most orders. For large events (50+ guests), booking 1–2 weeks ahead ensures we can give you our full attention.
What’s your On-Time Guarantee?
If we arrive more than 15 minutes past your scheduled delivery time, you don’t pay. Not a discount; the order is free. As far as we know, we’re the only suburban Chicago caterer with an on-time guarantee. It requires the correct address and access details on your quote.
Ready for Italian That Tastes Like Italian?
Tell us about your event and we’ll build a custom pasta menu for you.
Call a chef: (847) 895-2122 · Catering@FratosKitchen.com
Frato’s Personal Chef Catering · 628 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193 · 4-cheese lasagna · Mac & cheese bar · Arlington Heights · Hoffman Estates