Cook County

Catering in Tinley Park, IL

Tinley Park is in Cook County, thirty-three miles from our Yorkville kitchen, reached by I-80 and Harlem Avenue, which is Route 43. December brings company parties, open houses and family Christmas dinners. Delivery to Tinley Park 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.

Distance
33 mi
Drive
~66 min
Delivery
$82.5
Catering in Tinley Park

What to know before you order

The company holiday party

Buffet Menu 2 at $19.99 per person is our pick for a December lunch: sliced roast turkey with sage stuffing, chicken marsala, chicken piccata and our famous seasoned pork chops. Buffets start at 20 guests. For a larger team, add servers at $35 per hour with a four-hour minimum. Holiday parties book early, so call before the calendar fills. Plates, napkins and silverware are $1.50 per person and chafing dishes are $17 per hot dish.

Christmas dinner without the cooking

Christmas Dinner is $22.99 per person: pick two entrées and get all the sides. Order by December 22 and pick up on December 24 at our Yorkville kitchen. Add pumpkin pie at $16.99 each or a tray of home baked cookies at $45 for 40. Everything is cooked from scratch in one licensed, inspected commercial kitchen. The sides come with it, so the only decision is the two entrées.

Open house trays

Guests who drop by through the day eat from trays. A cheese and sausage tray with crackers is $79 for 120 pieces and gluten free. Cocktail meatballs are $64 for 100, and an assorted dessert tray is $59 for 40 pieces. Iced tea, punch or lemonade is $89 for 50 servings. Add a seasonal fresh fruit display at $74 for something light, and put it all on one order. Trays have no minimum, and a drop-off order carries no service charge, so the host can set everything out and join the party.

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 Tinley Park, answered

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

Can the Christmas dinner be delivered to Tinley Park?
The Christmas Dinner is set up for pick-up at the kitchen on December 24. Call (630) 553-9533 if you want a delivery quote, which we price by distance, and we will tell you what is possible for your date.
What is the minimum for a holiday buffet?
Buffets start at 20 guests. Trays and platters have no minimum, so a family of eight can order a tray of baked lasagna and a dessert tray. There is no small-party surcharge.
How do we pay for a company party?
Pay by card, check or ACH. A 25% deposit reserves the date and credits to your balance, and the balance is due seven days before the party. Tax-exempt groups send their certificate before we write the invoice.
How much is catering delivery to Tinley Park?
Delivery to Tinley Park is a flat $82.5. That covers the drive (about 66 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 Tinley Park?
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.
Tinley Park, IL

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