About Berghoff Catering & Restaurant Group
An iconic Chicago 110-year institution with four generations of family ownership, the Berghoff name is synonymous with quality, tradition and excellence. The Berghoff Catering & Restaurant Group includes the historic Berghoff Restaurant, Berghoff Catering, the lower-level Berghoff Café and the Berghoff Café at O'Hare International Airport.
The Berghoff Restaurant is a Chicago classic, serving German-American cuisine and culture since 1898. One of the oldest family-run businesses in the nation, it is now run by fourth generation, Carlyn Berghoff. First generation, Herman Berghoff, opened the Berghoff doors as a men’s only saloon and made his start serving free corned beef sandwiches with the purchase of a stein of Berghoff Beer. Surviving Prohibition and obtaining Chicago’s No. 1 Liquor License, the Berghoff declared itself a Chicago staple. Throughout the years, the Berghoff expanded into a full-service restaurant and continues to set the bar for casual dining experiences. At today’s Berghoff, menus have evolved to add newer, lighter and more contemporary dishes, but it’s still the same old Berghoff, down to the famous Berghoff Root Beer. Berghoff began its annual Oktoberfest in 1985 and continues to host one of the city’s best outdoor German festivals to this day.
Building on the foundation of the Berghoff brand, Berghoff Catering has helped clients bring an innovative touch to special events planning and catering for over 25 years. Under the direction of CEO Carlyn Berghoff and Executive Chef Matt Reichel, our seasoned team of professionals is committed to creating an extraordinary experience and delivering flawless execution on-premise at the historic Berghoff Restaurant or off-premise at some of Chicago’s premier venues. Whether it is an intimate dinner party at home where you are building traditions and memories, or a larger, more complex event where you are building your brand and business relationships, Berghoff’s creativity, attention to detail and stellar service sets us apart as one of Chicago’s premier catering and event companies.
The Berghoff Catering & Restaurant Group offices are located above the Berghoff Restaurant at 17 W Adams.
