Denizen Catering Guide
Welcome to your guide for choosing the perfect caterer! At Denizen, we’ve put in the work to curate a list of exceptional caterers who can accommodate the wide variety of events we host. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, this diverse selection ensures there’s a catering partner to match your vision. By sticking with our trusted catering partners, you’re choosing experts who align with our standards of quality and service—and making your planning process easier.
Please note that choosing a caterer outside of our preferred list may incur additional service fees.
Anomaly Catering
"Taking your taste buds on an adventure with every bite"
Offering a variety of superb services and cuisine styles, Anomaly Catering is one of today’s fastest evolving catering companies in the cooking industry. Years in the business have helped them develop a unique business catered, literally, to every client, taste or need.
Why we love them: They are a small, family owned caterer based right here in Milwaukee. Their food is so good, y’all!
Friday/Saturday Minimum: $2,000
Guest Count Minimum: 50 Guests
Average Spend: varies greatly, however, a safe bet is $40-$70 per person for dinner service
Antigua
‘At Antigua, we love what we do!’
Our dedicated and friendly staff will go above and beyond to make sure every element falls into place. Share your vision with us, and we'll perform flawlessly to match your style and exceed your expectations
Why we love them: Women owned, family business with exceptional food and service. What’s not to love? Make sure to check out Lola’s Empanadas - an empanada truck for late night!
Friday/Saturday Minimum: $2,500 (flexible based on date)
Guest Count Minimum: 0
Average Spend: $55-$75 per person
Flavors of Grace
"Unforgettable experiences.”
Executing uniquely crafted menus and effective planning techniques that are tailored to your personality and brand with a seasonal selection of locally sourced produce and our unique decorative touch.
Why we love them: Super friendly, professional, good old fashioned mid-western kindness & service. Their entrees look and taste great.
Friday/Saturday Minimum: $0
Guest Count Minimum: 0
Average Spend: $45-$55 per person
Noble Catering
“Milwaukee’s Premier Craft Caterer”
Noble Catering & Events is dedicated to providing memorable guest experiences. As culinary trendsetters, we bring a fresh perspective to catering by pushing boundaries with handcrafted restaurant-quality food. From reimagined classics to bold flavor combinations, you can expect an unforgettable experience for every event in Southeastern Wisconsin.
Why we love them: Women owned, small business with thoughtful guest service
Friday/Saturday Minimum: Your minimum will be based on your guest count and your vision.
Guest Count Minimum: 0
Average Spend: $30-$60 per person
Tall Guy & a Grill
“We serve the heartfelt flavor and hospitality of Wisconsin with a passion for exceptional experiences.”
As the only Certified Green Caterer in Wisconsin, it’s important for us to celebrate local ingredients. Our farm-to-fork seasonal menus feature locally sourced ingredients that show off Wisconsin's best. We bring a taste of Wisconsin's quality farms and artisans to your guests while supporting the small businesses behind them.
Why we love them: Dan, the tall guy, is one of kind. His dedication to local, sustainable and wholesome food makes Tall Guy an irresistible choice for Denizen!
Friday/Saturday Minimum: $5,000-$10,000
Guest Count Minimum: 0
Average Spend: Gatherings/Celebrations Menu/$35-$55 Catering Menu/$75-$125
Drop Offs, Creative Catering & Appetizers
Below is our approved catering list for drop off, partial service or station set heavy hors d’oeuvres. Please note for weddings or events over 80 guests are required to have a minimum of 1 staff member provided by the caterer.
Dom Sera Grazing Co.
“Fun, interactive food displays with a cool aesthetic”
Dom Sera is a Polish phrase that translates to “Cheese House”. How cute is that?! If I love anything, it’s a good giggle! We believe the phrase Dom Sera gives us a great balance of having a classy sounding name, while also embodying the fun side of the hospitality industry that we absolutely love and why we keep on doing it!
Why we love them: Women owned business and a great friend! She’s our top choice for simple food displays like cocktail hours, showers and serve-yourself events!
Friday/Saturday Minimum: $0
Guest Count Minimum: 20
Average Spend: $15-$20 per person
Flour Girl & Flame
“Celebrate with a truly heart-warming experience”
We are a women-owned business and part of the LGBTQ+ community. Our mission is to foster a sense of inclusion in the farming community by supporting women growers, LGBTQ+ producers and farmers of color. We offer a portable taste of the pastime that visitors and locals alike love most about Wisconsin — enjoying good company and nature with farm-fresh food.
Why we love them: What is not to love about Flour Girl and Flame? They have great values and the team is a ton of fun! Flour Girl also offers full service catering options.
Delivery minimum: $1000
Guest Count Minimum: 0
Average Spend: varies based on needs and guest count
Lowlands Grand Events
“Make your Event Grand”
Host With Gezellig! From backyard birthdays and micro-weddings, to boardroom box lunches and holiday banquets, let us do the cooking for you with customizable cuisine that’s carefully curated to fit your needs.
Why we love them: We love Lowlands Grand Cafes and are so excited they now offer catering. Lowlands has been on our rehearsal dinner list since we opened. We cannot wait to see their wholesome, European inspired cuisine in our space!
Delivery Minimum: $1,000
Guest Count Minimum: 0
Average Spend: $25-$45 per person
Ono Kine Grindz
“Celebrate with a truly heart-warming experience”
A Tosa-based Hawaiian market, deli and caterer Ono Kine Grindz took the prize for Milwaukee's best takeout.
Why we love them: Ono has won best take out for a reason - it’s so good! Hearty portions, made-from-scratch Hawaiian comfort food… and it’s LGBT owned.
Delivery/Catering order minimum: $0
Guest Count Minimum: 0
Average Spend: $25-$45 per person
Dessert
Our dessert catering list is open - you may work with any dessert provider you see fit. These are our favorites!
Happy Joy Candy Co.
“Spinning up smiles and positive vibes, our homespun candy floss will add magic to your day using sugar and glitter.”
Let Happy Joy bring the sparkle and fun to your next event! Weddings, birthdays, corporate events - we do it all!
Why we love them: Once you meet the owner, Brit, you will totally get it. She’s warm, so much fun, and such a creative culinarian!
Everyone’s Ice Cream
“Made by everyone, for everyone!”
Started in 2021, Everyone’s Ice Cream was created as an ice cream collective, featuring all of the best local ice cream and custard makers in Milwaukee, offering them all under one roof. Our scoop shop took off and we decided to offer ice cream catering year-round!
Why we love them: A small business supporting other small businesses - that’s the best!
The Dessert Cart
“Infusing local sweetness and warm hospitality into every bite.”
The Dessert Cart is a mobile dessert catering concept serving a variety of house made and local desserts. We offer a delightful array of house made and locally sourced desserts. From pastries to seasonal macarons and mini sweet treats, our options allow you to choose your perfect dessert experience.
Why we love them: Brazen Standard Hospitality has to be one of our favorite company’s in Milwaukee. They care about their employees, the community and the environment.
Whisk Chick
“Your wedding cake is the most functional piece of decor on your special day. Make it stand out!”
Vintage wedding cakes including MK’s signature heart cakes.
Why we love them: Aside from the obvious talent and amazing heart cakes, we love MK’s story. She’s a one woman show building her cake and dessert empire. Go get ‘em MK!
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We’ve hand chosen our caterers very carefully to accommodate our diverse events portfolio. We are confident any of these caterers are an excellent choice for a wedding, shower or any celebration!
If you choose to step off of our preferred list, there is a charge of $2 per person. If your caterer does not provide full service (meaning water, clearing tables and food service) an additional cleaning charge may be applied to your final invoice.
