Your Go-To
Deli Catering
in Chicago
Fresh platters, stacked sandwiches, and easy group catering for offices, parties, and events across the city. Pickup or delivery available.
Vegetarian Options Available
Fresh salads and vegetarian sandwich options available for group catering orders.
Utensils & Supplies Upon Request
Plates, napkins, cups, and serving utensils available for easy event setup.
On-Site Catering Support
Need help serving? We offer on-site setup, staffing, and station cleanup for larger events.
Real Catering for Real Events
From office lunches to birthday parties and weekend gatherings, we design our catering menu around what actually works: platters that travel well, portions that make sense, and food people genuinely want to eat.
At Zeitlin’s, we keep deli catering simple: great food, easy ordering, and smooth service.




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Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend placing your order at least 24–48 hours in advance so we can craft our plates with the quality they deserve
We would love to! Please fill out our contact form and we will be in touch. The community support makes a big difference for our new brand.
We are not a kosher certified kitchen however we strive to provide our community with culturally rich Jewish cuisine using ethically sourced ingredients when available. We refrain from using pork and shellfish. When possible, we try not to mix meat and dairy in dishes.
Yes, good food puts people in a good mood, and it is way easier to work with a smile on your face :)
Yes! Depending on where you placed your order, pickup will be available either at our main deli in Lincoln Park (2203 N Clybourn Ave) or at our stall at The Old Post Office (433 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607).
We can accommodate vegetarian options. Contact us at bagels@zeitlinsdeli.com and we will work something out!
At Zeitin's, we use local produce and grains whenever possible!
You can ask us to cater for the largest B'nai Mitzvah ever or an intimate family gathering, but we need you to at least order up to 3 days in advance! That's it.
Yes, you can! To order manually, you only have to write us at bagels@zeitlinsdeli.com. To use this method, you have to pay 15% extra.
Yes, you can say that! You only have to invite the kind of people who will believe it. :)
Send us a message through one of the contact forms in the website, or email us at bagels@zeitlinsdeli.com — we’d love to hear from you.
Yes! Just reach out with the details at bagels@zeitlinsdeli.com, and our team will help you create the perfect order.













