Will County

Catering in Lockport, IL

Lockport sits just north of Joliet in Will County, twenty-five miles from our Yorkville kitchen, on the old I&M Canal, so the drive is the Joliet run with a few more miles on the end. Delivery to Lockport is quoted by distance when you order, and pick-up at 109 E Hydraulic Ave is always an option. We plan the route the night before, and the driver texts when five minutes out. Our holiday dinners are the part of the menu to look at first.

Distance
25 mi
Drive
~50 min
Delivery
$62.5
Catering in Lockport

What to know before you order

Thanksgiving dinner, done

The Thanksgiving Dinner is $22.99 per person with a minimum of six, and it is cooked from scratch and ready to reheat at home. Reheating instructions come with it. Add pumpkin pie at $16.99 each. The turkey is roasted tom turkey, served with whipped potatoes, sage stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans and cranberry sauce. Call early so the date is held. You can add a dessert tray to the same order.

Christmas dinner

Christmas Dinner is also $22.99 per person: pick two entrées and get all the sides. Order by December 22 for pick-up December 24 at our Yorkville kitchen. Beyond the main course, trays of home baked cookies at $45 for 40 and homemade apple crisp at $49 round out the table. Pumpkin pie at $16.99 each is also available. The dinner is cooked for you, so the host can spend the day with family. Call (630) 553-9533 if you have questions about the entrées.

Holiday gatherings for the office or the family

For a December lunch, Buffet Menu 2 at $19.99 per person has chicken marsala, chicken piccata, roast turkey and Yankee pot roast, and buffets start at 20 guests. A smaller group can use trays: chicken oreganato, which is gluten free, at $80 for 20, and baked mostaccioli at $45 or $75. Holiday party planning tips are on one page. Boxed lunches are $14.50 or $16.50 for 20 or more.

Reviews

What our customers say

Jun 18, 2021

“My wife and I had Upper Crust for our wedding. They did an absolutely fantastic job! Extremely professional, great communication, fantastic food, great service, and they are very willing to do the little details if needed (flexible!). They made us feel less stressed, we could trust them, and we feel like we received great value for the price we paid. I would recommend this caterer to anyone!!”

Nicholas HarperGoogle review
Jun 8, 2021

“Upper Crust just catered my daughter's bridal shower. The food was excellent and there was plenty of it. Staff was very professional, answered all of my questions and arrived on time for set up. I would definitely recommend Upper Crust catering.”

Jill OldenburgGoogle review
Jun 2, 2021

“We had some catering done by Upper Crust for our son's high school graduation. We had used them previously for a wedding reception as well. The food is always excellent and there were so many people who said how good it was. I have always been impressed with this company. They are kind and courteous and will always answer all your questions. Great job!!!”

Wendy YatesGoogle review
Questions

Catering in Lockport, answered

More in the full FAQ, or call (630) 553-9533.

Is the Thanksgiving dinner delivered to Lockport?
Thanksgiving Dinner is cooked ready to reheat and is normally picked up at the Yorkville kitchen. If you want delivery, ask for a quote by distance when you order. Call (630) 553-9533.
How many does a Thanksgiving dinner serve?
It is priced per person at $22.99 with a minimum of six people, so you choose the headcount. Pumpkin pie is $16.99 each if you want dessert.
What if the holiday weather is bad?
Either side may cancel with 24 hours' notice for severe weather, and your deposit may be applied to a rescheduled date within 365 days. Call (630) 553-9533 to talk through the options.
How much is catering delivery to Lockport?
Delivery to Lockport is a flat $62.5. That covers the drive (about 50 minutes from our Yorkville kitchen), set-up of a buffet, and the driver texting you when they are five minutes away. Pick-up at 109 E Hydraulic Ave, Yorkville is free.
How far ahead should I book for an event in Lockport?
3 days for a drop-off order and 14 days for a staffed event is comfortable. Weddings and graduation weekends in May and June book months out; funeral luncheons we can often do with a day's notice.
Can you deliver food to my office?
Yes. Boxed lunches, hot buffets and breakfast arrive at the delivery time you choose. We deliver across Kendall, Kane, Will and DuPage counties.
Some guests have allergies or dietary restrictions. What do I do?
Tell us in advance. Our chefs prepare separate meals for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal or allergy-specific guests. There is a dietary notes box on every order.
Can you provide staff for my event?
Certainly. Our servers set up and maintain the buffet, clear tables, and break down and pack your leftovers. Staff is $35 per hour per server with a four-hour minimum, plus a 20% service charge shared with the whole team.
Is a deposit required?
Yes. Weddings take a 20% deposit of the estimated cost. Other events take 25%, paid online when you accept the quote. Deposits are non-refundable and are credited toward your balance, which is due seven days before the event.
Lockport, IL

Planning something in Lockport? Tell us the date and the headcount and we will send a quote today.