Delicious Dishes — Iowa Caterers You Must Try

Every planner knows that food can make or break an event. And while the menu choices you make are critical, event success really starts with securing the services of a great caterer. At meetingpages, we know you want a pro who serves up more than just hum drum meals. That’s why we believe you really must give these five Iowa caterers a try.

CATERING DSM

The Catering DSM team cooks up versatile, delicious, and customized cuisine for every type of event, from weddings to corporate events, intimate gatherings to formal galas.  

Why try Catering DSM?

• Full range of catering services. Catering DSM is available to cater any type of event in the Des Moines area and surrounding communities.
• Endless options. From breakfast to lunch, dinner to dessert, and even late-night snacks, Catering DSM can do it all.
• Multiple venues. Partnering with multiple venues in the Des Moines area and throughout Central Iowa, Catering DSM can make any event memorable.

Menus

The culinary geniuses of Catering DSM infuse fresh and seasonal ingredients into every meal. Artful preparation and inspired presentation create an unforgettable food experience every time. Try popular favorites from the dinner menu featuring buffet entrees like Prime Rib or New York Strip to seafood options such as Pecan Crusted Fish and Seared Diver Scallops in White Wine Sauce.

Venues

Catering DSM partners with multiple venues renowned for their elegance, local flavor, and historic presence, including:  
• The Atrium
• Big City Burgers
• Temple

TRELLIS CATERING

An exceptional caterer dedicated to providing amazing food and the highest level of service for any event, from an intimate gathering to an elegant gala. Serving the Des Moines area.

Why try Trellis Catering?

• Knowledgeable catering team. Organized, efficient, and detail-oriented, the catering team at Trellis Catering are there to help you through the entire planning process.
• Special menu capabilities. Customizable menu requests are no problem for these pros.
• Full-service catering. The experienced team caters all sizes and types of gatherings from corporate events to golf tournaments, weddings to holiday parties.

Menus

Celebrate with a wealth of options from Trellis Catering. Start with hot or cold hors d’ oeuvres, meat and cheese plates, a soup bar, pasta bar or a salad station, elegant plated meals or buffet dinners, and of course, amazing desserts. The biggest challenge will be choosing between Trellis Catering’s show stopping entrees like Spinach Gnocchi & Iowa Bacon, Iowa All-Natural Berkshire Pork Tenderloin Medallions, or Herb Roasted Skin on Chicken Breast.

Venues

Trellis Catering partners with many of the area’s most sophisticated venues, some of which include:
• J.A. White Riverboat
• The River Center
• Riverwalk Hub
• Trellis Café
• The Tea Room
• Noce
• Private dinners and off-site events

GREAT CATERERS OF IOWA

Expecting culinary excellence at your next event? Expect Great Caterers of Iowa to make the meal right. Preparing cuisine with passion and imagination, Great Caterers of Iowa combine the talents of experienced chefs with inspired culinary innovations.

Why try Great Caterers of Iowa?

• Catering and more. In addition to their catering services, the Great Caterers of Iowa have all your event needs covered, offering rental of tables, chairs, silverware, dinnerware, glassware, linens, canopies, arches, buffet pieces, and lighting.
• Any event. From large corporate and civic affairs to lunch buffets and intimate dinner parties, Great Caterers of Iowa can make any occasion spectacular.
• Turnkey solutions. With on-staff event planners, a variety of venues, and superior catering, planners get the peace of mind that all the details have been arranged.

Menus

Make the meal memorable with mouthwatering entrees from Great Caterers of Iowa. Guests will rave about the Chicken Marsala, Beef Tenderloin Medallions in Deburgo Sauce of Mushroom Glaze, and the Bourbon Glazed Iowa Chop. Choose from buffet, carving stations, or plated meals.

Venues

Great Caterers of Iowa provide catering at a variety of locations throughout the area, among them:
• Stoney Creek Inn Hotel and Conference Center
• Copper Creek
• Assembly Hall

A GUY & A GRILL CATERING SERVICE

A Guy & A Grill Catering Service is a full-service catering company specializing in on-site cookout in Muscatine, Iowa and surrounding areas, including the Quad Cities and Iowa City.

Why try A Guy & A Grill Catering Service?

• Outdoor events. For events of all sizes, A Guy & Grill Catering Service brings mouthwatering barbecue and sides to your event.
• Everything you need. Affordable options include your main dish and two side dishes, plus disposable table service, condiments, and serving utensils.
• Barbecue Restaurant. Serving a variety of Midwestern-style dishes at their grill and barbecue restaurant.

Menus

Summertime menus sing with good eats prepared by A Guy & A Grill Catering Service. Serve your guests savory eats when you have A Guy & A Grill prepare popular favorites like the Ribeye Steak, Salmon, or Smoked Ribs.

Venues

Indoor or outdoor, in your home or at a local venue, A Guy & A Grill Serves up Ribeye Steak Sandwiches, Salmon Patties, Bratwurst and other seasonal favorites at their Barbecue Restaurant in Muscatine.

SMOKIN’ G'S BBQ RESTAURANT & CATERING

Slow-smoked barbecue is the specialty at Smokin’ G’s, whether you dine in, carry out, or order catering services.

Why try Smokin’ G’s BBQ Restaurant & Catering?

• Delicious slow-smoked meats. Barbecued to perfection with favorites like burnt ends, homemade tenderloins, burgers, and steaks grilled to order.
• Professional catering. Available for parties, rehearsal dinner, wedding receptions, class reunions, graduations, or any special occasion.
• Community focused. Giving back is a big part of Smokin’ G’s focus. They participate in fundraising events such as Rally for the Cure, Iowa River Hospice Shoot, United Way, Relay for Life, and Salvation Army.

Menus

Smokin’ G’s offers delicious BBQ in addition to appetizers, home-cooked meals, desserts, and drinks. From elegant to everyday, Smokin’ G’s can make an event special. Popular Smoker & Grill favorites include Slow Smoked Brisket, Marinated Pork Loin, and Smoked Chicken.

Venues

Located in Marshalltown, Iowa, Smokin’ G’s Restaurant serves up casual dining with light bar service including domestic light beers, specialty brews from local Iowa River Brewing Company and Firetrucker Brewing, wine, and a limited supply of well drinks. Private room available for meetings or parties.