We LOVED Henn House BBQ. The food was absolutely incredible and everyone loved it. They provide wonderful service and are so easy to contact and get answers to questions. We would highly recommend them to anyone.
Claire H.
5.0
Phil and his crew delivered outstanding food and customer service from start to finish. Everyone was amazed at how delicious the barbecue buffet was, and I don't think I've ever had a better pulled brisket.
They were so responsive with us from the very beginning, and after our taste test, we were hooked!
We happened to take their card at the Peoria Wedding Expo last year and I'm so happy we did. Thank you again, from the Anderson's
Winter K.
5.0
About this vendor
AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Choosing a wedding caterer can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be! Henn House BBQ gives you the option to completely customize your menu, putting you in complete control of your wedding day.
Phil and Johanna Hennenfent have poured their heart and soul into Henn House BBQ since 2014 when they won a smoker on the radio. From award winning ribs and brisket, to creamy pastas and sides, we have it all. Your guests will be happily fed and ready for the dance floor.
Henn House BBQ specialize in smoked meats and BBQ but have expanded our menu to include pastas, sides, desserts and much more!
See our full menu and pricing on the catering tab of our website. We happily serve Galesburg, Peoria, and the Quad Cities area.
12+ years in business
Speaks English
Medium team (11-20 members)
Details
Cuisine
American
BBQ
Italian
Mexican
Seafood
Southern
Dietary Options
Dairy Free
Gluten Free
Vegetarian
Food & Catering
Buffet
Catering Clean Up
Catering Delivery & Setup
Food Trucks
Menu Tastings
Awards and Affiliations
2026 'Best of Weddings'
Why were they selected?
Best of Weddings
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Reviews
5.0
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15 reviews
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Review Summary
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Henn House BBQ receives glowing reviews for their exceptional food and service for weddings. Reviewers highlight the delicious barbecue buffet and pulled brisket, along with the professional and kind staff. The team is commended for their responsiveness, coordination, and seamless execution from setup to cleanup. Clients appreciate the easy communication with Phil and express high recommendations for future events, praising the delicious food, notably the mac and cheese, and the top-notch service provided.
Mimi M
Highlighted review.
5.0
9/19/2025
Henn House BBQ was absolutely wonderful! We knew we made the right choice after seeing the excitement on our DJ’s face after we told him who was catering before the wedding! The fo...
od was delicious and beautifully presented, and so many of our guests commented on how much they enjoyed it. The staff were not only professional but also incredibly kind, which made such a difference throughout the day.
Leading up to the wedding, they were great to coordinate with—responsive, accommodating, and easy to work with. Everything came together seamlessly, and we felt well taken care of from start to finish. They even gifted us with some of their sauces as a wedding gift!
We’re so grateful to the entire team for helping make our day so special. Thank you so much!
Claire H
5.0
10/22/2025
We LOVED Henn House BBQ. The food was absolutely incredible and everyone loved it. They provide wonderful service and are so easy to contact and get answers to questions. We would ...
highly recommend them to anyone.
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Winter K
5.0
9/23/2025
Phil and his crew delivered outstanding food and customer service from start to finish. Everyone was amazed at how delicious the barbecue buffet was, and I don't think I've ever ha...
d a better pulled brisket.
They were so responsive with us from the very beginning, and after our taste test, we were hooked!
We happened to take their card at the Peoria Wedding Expo last year and I'm so happy we did. Thank you again, from the Anderson's
Kate S
5.0
9/15/2025
Phil and his team were so easy to work with throughout the entire process. He and his team reached out a few weeks prior to our wedding to finalize the information they needed and ...
it was so helpful since the few weeks before can be a little hectic.
Everyone complimented the food (the meatballs were an hit) and the whole day went seamless.
While planning Phil was very responsive and would highly recommend!
Wendy W
5.0
8/25/2025
I had the pleasure of working with Phil and Johanna from Henn House BBQ at a wedding I recently planned, and I can’t say enough great things about them! They were so fun and friend...
ly to work with—an absolute dream vendor team.
The food? Absolutely delicious! Guests couldn’t stop raving about it all night, and let me just say… that mac and cheese is next-level amazing. 😍
From setup to cleanup, everything was handled perfectly and so seamlessly. It’s rare to find caterers who not only deliver incredible food but are also so organized, professional, and enjoyable to work alongside.
If you’re considering Henn House BBQ for your event or wedding, do it. You won’t regret it!
— Kelly Clements-Tangen
Owner & Lead Planner, Kelly’s Elegant Events
Melanie R
5.0
8/03/2025
Henn House BBQ did excellent with our wedding and all the planning for our meal for 250 people! Would absolutely recommend!
Abigail S
5.0
6/03/2025
We couldn’t recommend Henn House enough! My husband Dillan and I had a great experience with the entire Henn House team. Food was fantastic and the service was so smooth. Look no f...
urther if you are wanting BBQ at your wedding! 💕
Response from Henn House BBQ on 06/03/2025
Thank you so much!
Mandy A
5.0
10/21/2024
The food was delicious and the whole process was easy!
Response from Henn House BBQ on 10/22/2024
Thank you for choosing us!
Kyrsten M
5.0
10/20/2024
The staff with Henn House were so professional and helpful for our wedding reception. All we had to do was eat and enjoy our event. They took care of set up, tear down, refreshing ...
food, everything. Their Mac and cheese was a HUGE hit and absolutely delicious. I highly recommend booking with Henn House for your wedding reception!
Response from Henn House BBQ on 10/22/2024
Thank you for the kind words! It was a beautiful day!! We strive for excellence everyday!!...
Thank you!!
Laynee S
5.0
10/02/2024
Henn House was amazing! Had multiple people who attended our wedding ask me again who was catering cause the food was so good! Phil is great to work with and he does such an amazin...
g job! Hands down will cater any event I have in the future!
Response from Henn House BBQ on 10/02/2024
Thank you for the kind words Laynee. It was a beautiful celebration and we look forward to...
working with you again in the future!
Harly O
5.0
8/21/2024
The food was absolutely phenomenal! The staff were great and so helpful during the reception. Communication was always so great with Phil and overall I would definitely recommend. ...
10/10!
Response from Henn House BBQ on 08/21/2024
Thank you so much for the great review!!
Holly K
5.0
7/03/2024
Amazing food and the communication was top notch. Anytime I emailed with a question, Phil was quick to respond and help in whatever way he could. They always say people remember th...
e food from a wedding and almost two weeks later people are still talking about how good ours was!
Response from Henn House BBQ on 07/03/2024
Thank you Holly for sharing your kind words and we are happy to have gotten to serve you a...
nd your guests!
Nichole K
5.0
10/16/2019
Great people and even better food. Our whole experience with Henn House was wonderful! By the time we got to the wedding day Henn House was the one vendor I wasn’t worried about. T...
hey showed up on time, everything was set up and professional, and our guests raves about the food. The pulled pork sandwiches were perfect! You can tell how fresh the meat is and all of the sides were prefect complements to the pork. Trust the owner when he helps with the menu! He knows what he’s talking about.
I would recommend them to anyone who loves good food and needs a hassle free catering vendor. Five stars!
Doc P
5.0
10/09/2019
High quality food and service for the price.willing to meet. The wedding reception needs with a smile.
Amber L
5.0
10/08/2019
Amazing food! Our family and friends kept going back for more and keeping our family happy is an amazing feat! The pulled brisket was so good, Phil packaged up the leftovers and we...
took it with us on our honeymoon, it was that good! If you want food that will keep your wedding guests happy...make sure you go with Henn House.
