Mesa, Arizona's Premier Caterer
Food That Makes
Every Moment
Unforgettable
From intimate weddings to large corporate events, The Local Caterer brings chef-crafted menus and flawless service to Mesa, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Chandler, and Gilbert.
500+ events catered · 5-star rated
What We Do
Catering for Every
Occasion
Our Story
Rooted in Mesa.
Passionate About Food.
The Local Caterer was born from a simple belief: that every event deserves food that's made with care, served with pride, and remembered long after the last bite. We're a Mesa-based catering company with deep roots in the East Valley community.
From intimate backyard gatherings to 500-person corporate galas, our team brings the same level of dedication and culinary craft to every event we serve. We source fresh, quality ingredients and build every menu around your vision.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
"Amazing flavors & communication. Josh and his team were absolutely incredible. The food was beyond delicious and every single guest complimented the meal. The communication throughout the entire planning process was seamless. We could not have asked for a better caterer for our wedding day."
Alexis
Wedding — WeddingWire
"They are an absolute dream to work with! Josh and Kasandra are so kind, professional, and talented. The food was phenomenal — our guests are still talking about it. They made our wedding day stress-free and absolutely perfect. 10/10 would recommend to anyone."
Morgan
Wedding — WeddingWire
"Huge shout out to Josh Bakken and The Local Caterer. If anyone is looking to hire a caterer, this is your person. We have been so impressed with Josh's professionalism, creativity, and the quality of food. He went above and beyond for our event and we will absolutely be booking again."
Yelp Reviewer
Private Dinner — Yelp
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Service Area
Serving the Greater
Phoenix Metro
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