Arena Food Service, Inc.
Since 1985, Arena Food Service has provided chef-driven catering services for events of more than 25 guests. Arena catering offers a wide range of menu options and styles to fulfill the needs of your unique event. With a wide range of ancillary services such as linen and china rental, table, chair and décor services, Arena catering also provides custom options. Additionally, full bar services are available. 217-698-2944. arenafoodservice.com. info@arenafoodservice.com.
Bloom Hospitality & Catering
Family owned and operated in central Illinois. Offers modern American cuisine from fine dining to table-top charcuterie platters. Owner-operator Gabi Thompson and her team provide a custom service to commercial and private-event clients from start to finish. Service for 20-500. info@bloomcaters.com, www.bloomcaters.com.
Conn’s Catering & Events
Official caterer of The Inn at 835, Elkhart Hill Farm & Vineyard and Trish & Mary’s Event Space at Vinegar Hill Mall, specializing in weddings, corporate and social events. Conn’s offers full service, on and offsite catering and bar service for large and small occasions. The menu includes a wide variety of options to fit any taste and budget from upscale plated dinners to customizable buffets. Conn’s sales director will assist in menu planning down to the final detail while an on-site banquet director will coordinate with vendors, manage the timeline and execute the event from start to finish. 835 S. Second St. 217-523-4466. angiec@connshg.com. connshg.com.
Cured Catering
With its new 10,000-square-foot catering kitchen in Dawson, and historical Arlington’s venue in downtown Springfield, Cured Catering has everything you need to customize your special event. With more than 30 years’ industry experience, presentation-forward displays and design, and ever-evolving, custom culinary options, trust Cured Catering for all catering needs. Whether big or small, from 25 people to 2000, Cured has you covered. Cured specializes in custom weddings, executive and political events, fundraising galas and corporate get-togethers, on-site and off. 10076 Old Route 36, Dawson. 217-391-2380. curedcaters.com. arlingtonsspi.com.
Fulgenzi’s Catering
Select from Italian, American and Cajun dishes. Service for up to 3,000. 2700 W. Lawrence Ave., 217-971-7517. fulgenziscatering.com. fulgenziscatering@gmail.com.
Hamilton’s Catering Service
Whether it’s an elegant buffet with prime rib carved, or a more economical fried chicken buffet, Hamilton’s Catering Service will work with your needs. Clients are welcome to customize the menu. All per guest pricing includes uniformed staff traveling to the venue, setting up the buffet, maintaining the buffet and clearing all guests’ tables. Bar service is offered on and off the premises. 101 Main St, Franklin, 217-675-2720, hamiltonscatering.com, info@hamiltonscatering.com
Hy-Vee Catering
Buffet-style catering. Service for 10 to unlimited. Prices start at $10 per person. Hy-Vee Catering has numerous trays for any event and meal packs for any holiday. 2115 S. MacArthur Blvd., 217-726-1006. hy-vee. com. 1640cateringmgr@hy-vee.com.
MJ’s Fish and Chicken Express
Buffet-style catering. Service for 10-1,000. 716 E. Enos Ave., 217-816-5683. mjsfishandchickenexpress@gmail.com.
Nelson’s Catering
Formal buffet, family-style, plated and served. Nelson’s Catering is a full-service, off-site company bringing top notch service and delicious food to events. Also offered are bar service, appetizers, late-night snacks and desserts. $19-$50 and up per person. Casual service available starting at $14. 3005 Great Northern Road, 217-787-9443. nelsonscatering.com. wanda@nelsonscatering.com.
Poe’s Catering
Prime rib, fried chicken and pulled pork. A concession stand is available. Service for 20-10,000. Prices begin at $15.95 per person. 295 E. Andrew Road, 217-487-7601. poescatering.com. poecater@msn.com.
Turasky’s Custom Catering
Turasky’s Custom Catering specializes in wedding catering, corporate cookouts, entertainment hospitality, event concessions and emergency relief food preparation. It is known for its high-quality, fresh and delicious food, featuring on-site grilling for an exceptional dining experience. With a strong commitment to excellence, Turasky’s Custom Catering delivers tailored culinary solutions for events of all sizes. P.O. Box 916, Springfield, IL 62705. 217-775-4351. turaskyscustomcatering.com. turaskyscatering@outlook.com.
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This article appears in The Wedding Issue 2025.
