Question 1

How much does coffee catering cost in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Every event is quoted individually based on guest count, service hours, number of carts, and any custom branding. Most Chicago events run in a predictable range per guest — send your date and details, and we'll reply instantly with a full proposal.

Question 2

How far in advance should I book a Chicago coffee catering event?

Accepted Answer

3–4 weeks is ideal for single-day events. Recurring programs and multi-day conferences need 6–8 weeks. Shorter lead times are sometimes possible — reach out and we'll let you know what's open on the calendar.

Question 3

Do you offer coffee catering for weddings in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We run wedding coffee bars across Chicago — lakefront venues, historic estates, rooftop receptions, hotel ballrooms, and Fulton Market loft spaces. Full espresso and matcha service, plus espresso martinis after dinner, plus direct coordination with your wedding planner.

Question 4

Can you serve coffee at a corporate event or conference in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Yes — corporate events are the majority of our Chicago calendar. All-hands, leadership summits, product launches, client events, trade shows, multi-day conferences at McCormick Place, the Merchandise Mart, and beyond.

Question 5

Do you offer a recurring office coffee program in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We run recurring barista programs for Chicago offices on weekly, biweekly, or custom schedules. Same team every visit, full espresso and matcha menu, month-to-month — no long-term contract, no equipment installation.

Question 6

How many drinks per hour can your baristas serve?

Accepted Answer

A single Fez cart — 1–3 baristas, one La Marzocco — serves 150+ drinks per hour. Most competitors run 1–2 baristas and cap out at 50–150/hr. Across our full fleet of 15 carts and 50+ baristas, we can sustain 2,000+ drinks per hour — enough for a McCormick Place-scale conference with no lines and no guests who walked away empty-handed.

Question 7

How much space do you need at a Chicago venue?

Accepted Answer

A 6×8 foot footprint near where guests gather. The cart is fully self-contained — standard outlet is all we need, no water hookup, no dedicated circuit. Loading dock access helps; most Chicago office buildings and event venues have one.

Question 8

Can the coffee cart be branded for our company or event?

Accepted Answer

Yes — full cart vinyl wrap, custom-printed cups and sleeves, printed signage, signature drinks built around the event, and latte art printing of logos or artwork. Send your brand guide during planning and we'll propose a spec.

Question 9

What Chicago neighborhoods and venues do you cover?

Accepted Answer

All of the city proper — the Loop, Fulton Market, West Loop, River North, Streeterville, Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, South Loop, and the near-north neighborhoods. We also cover the broader Chicagoland metro including Evanston, Oak Park, Naperville, Schaumburg, the North Shore, and the extended metro.

Question 10

Do you serve matcha at events, or just coffee?

Accepted Answer

Both. Ceremonial-grade matcha — powered by Matcha Minka — is available as a premium add-on to any Fez booking. Standalone matcha bar or alongside the espresso program. Hand-prepared to order. Not culinary-grade.

Question 11

Can I rent a coffee cart in Chicago?

Accepted Answer

Fez doesn't offer bare equipment rentals — every booking includes a fully staffed mobile espresso bar with 1–3 trained baristas. Most people searching 'coffee cart rental Chicago' are looking for a managed event coffee service: a styled cart, specialty coffee, and a professional team to run the full activation. That's exactly what Fez provides across Chicago and Chicagoland. Submit your inquiry and we'll send a custom proposal within the hour.

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