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Holiday parties

Holiday party catering for the office and the family, plus dinner to go

Company parties in December, and our Thanksgiving dinner package for families who would rather not cook. Buffets from $18.99 a person, trays for the break room, and a complete Thanksgiving dinner at $22.99 a person to pick up the day before.

What holiday party catering costs

  • Hot buffet: $18.99, $19.99 or $20.99 per person on Buffet Menu 1, Buffet Menu 2 or Buffet Menu 3. Two entrées, three sides and bread, 20-guest minimum.
  • Plates, napkins and silverware (see Plates, Napkins & Silverware): $1.50 per person. Chafing dish (see Chafing Dish Set): $17 per hot dish.
  • Servers, if you want the buffet tended and the room cleared: $35 per hour each, four-hour minimum, plus a 20% service charge and a $50 minimum event production fee on staffed events.
  • Thanksgiving Dinner to go: $22.99 per person, six-person minimum.
  • Delivery from $40. Sales tax 9.25%.

Sample: office holiday lunch for 40

Food: 40 x $19.99 = $799.60. Plates, napkins and silverware: $60. Four chafing dishes: $68. Subtotal $927.60, or $23.19 a person before delivery and tax. Add an Assorted Dessert Tray, 40 pieces, for $59 and Coffee, 50 servings with cups, for $89.

Prefer ham? Baked Ham with Honey Mustard Glaze is on Buffet Menu 1 at $18.99 per person. For an evening party with a carving station, Carved Sirloin with Natural Jus is on Buffet Menu 3 at $20.99, and On-site Carving is $150.

Sample: break-room trays for 20

Some teams want food on the counter from ten in the morning. A Cheese & Sausage Tray with Crackers, 120 pieces, is $79. Cocktail Meatballs, 100 pieces in Swedish, Italian or sweet & sour sauce, are $64. A Sandwich Platter is $79, a Seasonal Fresh Fruit Display $74, and Assorted Home Baked Cookies $45 for 40. That is $341, about $17.05 a person for 20, before settings, delivery and tax. Pick up in Yorkville and there is no delivery fee.

Thanksgiving dinner to go

Our Thanksgiving Dinner is $22.99 per person with a six-person minimum: Roasted Tom Turkey, Whipped Potatoes with giblet gravy, Sage Stuffing, Roasted Seasoned Sweet Potatoes, Buttered Green Beans, Jellied Cranberry Sauce, Dinner Rolls & Butter and Pumpkin Swirls. A whole Pumpkin Pie is $16.99. Reheating instructions come with the order.

Order by Thursday, November 19. Pick up Wednesday, November 25, between 9:30 AM and 12 noon at 109 E. Hydraulic Ave., Yorkville. Dinner for eight is 8 x $22.99 = $183.92 plus tax. For Christmas dinner, call us for this year's menu and dates.

Booking a December party

December weekends go first, and staffed events need at least 14 days' notice. Drop-off buffets and trays need three days. A 25% deposit holds the date and the balance is due seven days before. Ask for a quote or call or text (630) 553-9533.

Where we deliver

Offices and homes in Yorkville, Oswego, Montgomery, Aurora, North Aurora, Batavia, Geneva, St. Charles, Naperville, Plainfield and Bolingbrook. Each town page shows its delivery fee.

Reviews

What our clients 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

Asked before every holiday partie

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

How much does an office holiday party cost per person?
A hot buffet is $18.99 to $20.99 per person, plus $1.50 for plates, napkins and silverware and $17 per chafing dish. For 40 people on Buffet Menu 2 that is about $23.19 a person before delivery and tax. Servers, if you want them, are $35 an hour each with a 20% service charge.
When is the Thanksgiving dinner order deadline?
Thursday, November 19. Pick up is Wednesday, November 25, 9:30 AM to 12 noon at 109 E. Hydraulic Ave., Yorkville. The dinner is $22.99 per person with a six-person minimum.
Do you offer a Christmas dinner to go?
Call us at (630) 553-9533 for this year's Christmas menu and dates.
How far ahead should we book a December party?
Staffed parties need 14 days' notice and drop-off orders three days, but December weekends fill long before that. Book in November if you can.
Can you serve a party in our office after hours?
Yes. Servers set up, keep the buffet stocked, clear tables and pack your leftovers. Staff is $35 an hour per server with a four-hour minimum, plus a 20% service charge.
Can you handle vegetarian, gluten-free and allergy guests?
Yes. Tell us in advance and the kitchen prepares those plates separately and labels them.
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