Our pre-approved Catering Partners

 
 

Loft on Lake empowers you to design your event the way you want it, so you’re able to select any of our wonderful catering partners that can guide you through the entire process.

From casual cocktail parties to formal seated dinners or creative food stations, our caterers work with you to customize a perfect menu that suits your preference. You’ll find all types of cuisines and price points available, and you can choose from their existing menus or have them create a menu specifically for you! 

We have a large Catering Partner list for you to select from! All are fully licensed, insured and provide the full-service catering requirement. All of our catering partners are very familiar with the space and can provide great guidance as you plan your event. Reach out to any of our amazing catering partners to get a preliminary quote for your event!

If you’re ever looking for recommendations, reach out to Jill and she’ll help with a short list that would be a good fit for your event! View the Event Guide PDF you received via email for direct contact info.


PLEASE NOTE: All caterers listed will provide all staffing for your event, including waitstaff and bartenders. No drop off service is allowed, as you will need staff and bartenders provided by your caterer to service your event from start to finish.

You can either choose a bar package from the caterer or you can opt for the BYOB option. If you decide to go the BYOB route, you may place an order with Binny’s or Garfield’s to pick your favorites selections for you and your guests to enjoy, and be sure to have your caterer review your order to make sure you have everything you need and don’t order too much. And as a reminder, guests may not bring their own alcohol into your event, and may not hire an outside bartending company to provide your bar service. For liability reasons, your caterer must handle your bar, or use one of our pre-approved bar services, no exceptions.

FAQ: Do i have to pick a caterer from this list

Answer: Yes.

 

 
“Loft’s preferred vendor list was incredibly helpful.
It helped me find all of my necessary vendors and took the guess work out of hunting through hundreds of caterers and djs, etc.”
— Jenn Z.

Meet our most sustainable Catering Partners!

These caterers are members of the Green Wedding Alliance, and are committed to helping make your wedding, private event or corporate function more sustainable without sacrificing flavor or aesthetics!

 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Bartending Services

When using any of the above caterers, you do not need a bartending service.

For certain events without a caterer on site, here are some options for bar service that are licensed and insured and familiar with our venue.

 
 
 
 
“We catered a wedding at Loft on Lake in late September.
The space is absolutely breath taking, and seems to become even
more enchanting as the day progresses to evening.”
— Mia Z.
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Sample Layouts and Floor plans

 

All food & beverage service is provided for you by one of our pre-approved caterers, and we give you many to choose from! Our catering partners work in our space on a regular basis and know how to do it best! A caterer unfamiliar with the space is generally not likely to deliver a seamless experience, nor have all the required licensing and insurance to host events within the venue.

Given our extensive experience and knowledge of this industry, we would be happy to guide you through all the necessary arrangements with vendors. 

The Loft on Lake team is always available to help with any and all vendor selections and will provide tips and guidance to help achieve a seamless event.

 

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Alliance Bakery

Fine European pastries and desserts, custom-designed cakes to suit any occasion, and a full espresso bar.

1736 W. Division Street
Chicago, IL 60622
773-278-0366

info@alliancebakery.com

West Town Bakery

West Town Bakery blends Chicago's urban street art and music while focusing on the techniques and flavors of the pastry scene.

1916 W Chicago Ave

Chicago, IL 60622

773.904.1414