Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Phoenix, AZ
Established in 1976, Dads Catering Service has grown from a family butcher shop to one of Phoenix's largest catering companies. Our journey began when a customer requested a BBQ for 1,700 guests, sparking our passion for event catering. Named in honor of our founder's father, we've built a reputation for exceptional food quality and personalized service. With over 40 years of experience, we specialize in weddings, corporate events, and private parties, serving thousands of clients including military branches. Our commitment to fresh ingredients and custom meal preparation ensures every event meets exacting standards.We offer full event coordination, allowing clients to relax while we handle details. Recognized with multiple awards including Caterer of the Year by Phoenix Magazine and The Knot, our team takes pride in creating memorable experiences. We maintain long-term client relationships through consistent quality and attention to detail. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, we serve the entire state with a family-owned ethos that values personal connections and excellence.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Catering
Buffet Services
Plated Meals
Event Coordination
Bar Services
Cake Services
Holiday Menus
Delivery Catering
Rental Coordination
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience serving Arizona events since 1976
- We offer full-service event coordination from planning to execution
- Our team provides personalized service with family-owned attention to detail
- We use fresh ingredients and customize meals to exact specifications
- We've received multiple Caterer of the Year awards from local publications
What people say
Fresh and tasty food
Professional staff
Excellent presentation
Impeccable service
Perfect execution
Services
Wedding Catering
Full-service wedding catering from intimate gatherings to large receptions. We provide customized menus, buffet or plated options, and complete coordination. Our team ensures seamless execution with china service, linens, and staff support for events of all sizes.
Corporate Catering
Professional catering solutions for corporate functions including meetings, conferences, and office events. We offer breakfast/brunch options, boxed lunches, and formal dining with flexible service levels to match your business needs and budget.
Buffet Services
Expertly managed buffet lines for weddings and events. Includes setup, service ware, and staffing. For groups over 50, we provide tables, linens, and full service at no extra charge while maintaining food quality and presentation.
Plated Meals
Elegant plated meal service featuring china tableware, professional servers, and customized menu options. Available with disposable or premium service packages, ensuring sophisticated dining experiences for weddings and formal events.
Event Coordination
Comprehensive event planning from initial consultation to final execution. Our team manages logistics, vendor coordination, and day-of operations while maintaining strict quality control and personalized attention throughout the planning process.
People
Tim Ferman
Owner
Co-founder with over 40 years of catering experience. Leads operations and client relations while maintaining quality standards. Recognized for exceptional event execution and personalized service approach.
Linda Ek
Owner
Co-founder instrumental in developing signature recipes and client relationships. Focuses on menu customization and staff training while ensuring consistent quality across all catering services and events.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, private parties, rehearsal dinners, anniversary celebrations, and holiday functions throughout Arizona.
Do you offer menu customization?
Yes, we customize menus to meet specific dietary needs and preferences while maintaining our commitment to fresh ingredients.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Glendale, Tempe, and surrounding Arizona areas from our Cave Creek Road location.
Are rental items included?
We coordinate tables, chairs, linens, glassware, and specialty rentals through our vendor network for complete event solutions.
Can I schedule a tasting?
Yes, we offer free sample tastings at our Phoenix location to help you select menu items for your event.
What payment methods do you accept?
Please contact our office directly for payment options and arrangements as this information wasn't specified in our materials.
Reviews (4)
Lacey Doyle
Jan 09, 2022
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The company I work for hired Dads Catering to provide my coworkers and I working on Christmas with a Christmas meal. The food was delicious, and came individually packed and wrapped to enure nothing spilled. Thanks so much for the awesome food, and making working on Christmas day more bareable!
Denise R.
Jul 11, 2021
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Spectacular! I used Dad's Catering for a reception following a funeral service. Tim came in and set up without us even being there. Came home to everything out and ready to eat. The food was incredible and everyone raved about the quality and taste of everything. Will definitely use Dad's Catering again. Everything about the process was so easy as well. A few text messages was all I had to do. Highly recommend!
Valerie Richards
May 18, 2021
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I used Dad's catering for my wedding of 100 guest and had rib eye steak, chicken picotta, side salad, spring veggies, rolls, tea, lemonade. Also had chicken nuggets and mac and cheese and corn for the kids. Our guest could not say enough about how great the food was. The pricing was extremely reasonable. I would use them for any gatherings that we have. I called the night before and left a frantic message that we had people call and say they were coming the day before our wedding. I got a call the next day saying that it was all covered not to worry.
Warren Edwards
Dec 21, 2019
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We utilized this company for two events to feed 300+ people. Event number one they forgot drinks, event number two they forgot desserts. Although they brought the items after we started serving, it is a dis-service to my peers and managers. When contracting companies we prefer to utilize private over corporate. Unfortunately when a company is not able to deliver within a deadline two strikes typically does not lead to a third try. The cafeteria style food is what you would expect when going through a lunch line - nothing amazing. They have some spectacular photos of prior services, it's just not what we received.
