North Shore Catering · Serving Evanston & the Lake Michigan Corridor
From Northwestern University and Rotary International to Evanston's lakefront neighborhoods and vibrant downtown — Little Louie's brings handcrafted burgers, Italian beef, and Chicago-style hot dogs to your Evanston event. Pick-up & delivery, onsite catering, or food truck — your choice.
Pick-Up & Delivery
Order ahead online or by phone. We pack it fresh — you pick it up or we bring it to you. No staff, no setup. Great food, ready when you need it.
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Onsite Catering
We bring the food and the team. Our staff handles delivery, setup, serving, and cleanup at your Evanston venue. You focus on your guests — we handle everything else.
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Food Truck
Louie B. Fresh Mobile Kitchen rolls to your Evanston event and serves fresh from the kitchen. A crowd favorite — and a conversation starter every time.
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Evanston's Universities, Corporations & Communities Run on Great Food
Evanston is one of the most dynamic communities on the Chicago North Shore — home to Northwestern University, the world headquarters of Rotary International, ZS Associates, Magnetar Capital, UL Research Institutes, and NorthShore University Health System. When your team needs a catered lunch, a department event, a client appreciation dinner, or a company holiday party, Little Louie's is just up the road in Northbrook and ready to deliver.
We've been feeding North Shore businesses and families since 1967. Whether you're ordering pick-up for a small office team or booking onsite catering for a large university function, we build the menu around your headcount, your budget, and your schedule.
More Than a University Town — Every Evanston Occasion Covered
Evanston is a city with real personality — lakefront beaches, tree-lined neighborhoods, award-winning schools, and a community that celebrates everything from graduations to block parties in style. Little Louie's serves the full range of Evanston events, from a casual pick-up order for a Northwestern tailgate to fully staffed onsite catering for a bar mitzvah or wedding reception.
Pick-up & delivery for the events you want to keep simple. Onsite catering when you want our team handling everything. And the Food Truck when you want something your guests will genuinely remember.
Not Sure Which Option Is Right for You?
If you want great food ready to go with no staffing overhead — Pick-Up & Delivery is your move. If you want our team to handle everything from arrival to cleanup — Onsite Catering is the right call. And if you want something that doubles as an experience — book the Food Truck.
Still not sure? Call Pete at (847) 498-1033 or email pete@little-louies.com and he'll sort it out in one conversation.
Evanston Events We Love to Cater
We've catered hundreds of Evanston events across all three of our catering formats. Here's what we do best:
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Corporate lunches & office parties
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University department & staff events
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Client appreciation events
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Company holiday parties
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Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
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Graduation parties
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Family reunions & birthday parties
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Retirement parties
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School & sports team events
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Wedding receptions & rehearsal dinners
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Block parties & lakefront gatherings
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Community fundraisers & nonprofit events
Evanston Catering — Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Little Louie's from Evanston?
We're located at 1342 Shermer Road in Northbrook — a straightforward drive from Evanston. Pick-up, delivery, and onsite catering are all available throughout Evanston.
Do you cater corporate events for Evanston offices and institutions?
Yes. We regularly cater corporate and institutional events of all sizes on the North Shore — including university departments, nonprofits, and professional services firms. Share your headcount and event details and we'll build the right package.
Can you cater Northwestern University events?
Yes. We serve university departments, staff events, and campus gatherings. Contact Pete directly at pete@little-louies.com to discuss logistics for your specific event location on or near campus.
Is the food truck available for Evanston events?
Yes. Louie B. Fresh can come to your Evanston office, venue, backyard, or campus. Availability is limited — book early for weekends and peak seasons.
What's the minimum order for catering in Evanston?
Minimums vary by format and event size. Contact Pete directly at (847) 498-1033 for current minimums and pricing.
Let's Make Your Evanston Event Delicious
Tell us about your event and we'll take care of the food. Reach out today!