North Shore Catering · Serving Lake Forest & Lake County
From Abbott, Pfizer, and the Chicago Bears at Halas Hall to Lake Forest's historic estates, Market Square, and some of the most celebrated private events on the North Shore — Little Louie's brings handcrafted burgers, Italian beef, and Chicago-style hot dogs to your Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest venue. You focus on your guests — we handle everything else.
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Food Truck
Louie B. Fresh Mobile Kitchen rolls to your Lake Forest event and serves fresh from the kitchen. A crowd favorite — and a conversation starter every time.
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Lake Forest's Corporate Community Runs on Great Food
Lake Forest is home to one of the most impressive corporate corridors on the entire North Shore. Conway Park — located on Route 60 just east of I-94 — houses Abbott Diagnostics, Pfizer, Pactiv, Trustmark Insurance, ICU Medical, and the Chicago Bears' Halas Hall headquarters. Fortune 500 companies including Tenneco, Brunswick, and Packaging Corporation of America also call Lake Forest home.
When your team needs a catered lunch, a client appreciation event, a product launch, or a company holiday party, Little Louie's is a straightforward drive from Northbrook and ready to deliver. We've been feeding North Shore businesses and families since 1967 — pick-up & delivery, onsite catering, or food truck, built around your headcount, your budget, and your timeline.
A Community Built for Celebrating — Every Lake Forest Occasion Covered
Lake Forest is one of the most affluent and architecturally distinguished communities in Illinois — home to historic lakefront estates, the iconic 1917 Market Square shopping district, Lake Forest College, and top-rated Lake Forest High School. It's a community where celebrations are taken seriously and the food needs to match the occasion.
Little Louie's serves the full range of Lake Forest events — from a pick-up order for a Conway Park corporate team lunch to fully staffed onsite catering for a lakefront estate graduation party or bar mitzvah reception. Pick-up & delivery for the events you want to keep simple. Onsite catering when you want our team handling every detail. And the Food Truck when you want something that surprises and delights your guests.
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.
Lake Forest Events We Love to Cater
We've catered hundreds of Lake Forest events across all three of our catering formats. Here's what we do best:
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Corporate lunches & Conway Park office events
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Abbott, Pfizer & Trustmark team events
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Client appreciation & product launch events
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Company holiday & year-end parties
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Lakefront & estate private parties
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Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
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Lake Forest High School graduation parties
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Family reunions & birthday celebrations
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Retirement & milestone parties
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Wedding receptions & rehearsal dinners
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School & sports team banquets
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Community & charitable foundation events
Lake Forest Catering — Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Little Louie's from Lake Forest?
We're located at 1342 Shermer Road in Northbrook — a direct drive from Lake Forest via I-94 or Route 41. Pick-up, delivery, and onsite catering are all available throughout Lake Forest including Conway Park and the central business district.
Do you cater corporate events at Conway Park for companies like Abbott and Pfizer?
Yes. We regularly cater corporate events of all sizes for North Shore businesses including those at Conway Park. Share your headcount, event type, and date and we'll build the right menu and format around your needs.
Can you cater estate and lakefront private events in Lake Forest?
Absolutely. Our onsite catering team is experienced with private estate events of all sizes — we handle setup, service, and cleanup so your event runs seamlessly. Contact Pete to discuss your specific venue and logistics.
Is the food truck available for Lake Forest events?
Yes. Louie B. Fresh can come to your Lake Forest office campus, estate, or backyard. It's a surprisingly popular choice even for upscale events — guests love the experience. Book early as weekends fill fast.
What's the minimum order for catering in Lake Forest?
Minimums vary by format and event size. Contact Pete directly at (847) 498-1033 for current minimums and pricing.
Let's Make Your Lake Forest Event Delicious
Tell us about your event and we'll take care of the food. Reach out today!