Our History
Davoli’s Catering Inc. was started in the basement by Fred and Antionette Davoli in Pittsburgh, PA. in 1970, and quickly grew into one of the leading corporate and wedding caterers in Pittsburgh. In 1982, along with Fred’s dad and brother, Fred S. Davoli and Robert J. Davoli respectively, Davoli’s Catering Inc. bought Harty’s Banquet facility in Latrobe, PA. It was the largest independent banquet facility in Western Pennsylvania, and became the most popular wedding reception facility in the Tri-State area.
In addition to Davoli’s Banquet facility, there were several satellite facilities managed by the family. At the time, it was not unusual for Davoli’s Catering Inc. to serve 15 or more weddings in a single weekend. Fred Sr. has always had a passion for weddings, and has catered more than 5,000 weddings over his forty-five year career.
Who We’ve Catered For
Over the years, Davoli’s Catering has had the honor of catering to President George W. Bush on two different occasions, as well as Nancy Reagan, Ted Kennedy, Arnold Palmer, Willy Nelson, Dionne Warwick, Chris Rock, Crosby Stills Nash and Young, Air Supply, Surrender, REO Speed Wagon, and Kenny Rogers, and so many more entertainers. Davoli’s Catering was also the second unit caterer for the movies “Dogma”, “The Mothman Prophecies” and "The Temptations" (TV miniseries).
Where We Are Today
Now based in Jacksonville, Florida, for the past 8 years, the Davoli family has enjoyed a fine reputation in the catering industry and has always maintained a standard of excellence.
2021 is Fred Davoli’s Golden Anniversary in the catering industry.
Over the years he has always had a special place in his heart for his brides, and has always treated them as if they were one of his daughters: Rene’, Tisa and Terra. Serving delicious food and excellent service is our goal, and making each bride’s very special day, a delicious and wonderful memory is our passion.
Throughout the years, Davoli’s has been selected to cater for President of the United States, International Entertainers, Willie Nelson, Dionne Warwick, Kenny Rogers, Air Supply, Al Jarreau, REO Speed wagon, Crosby Stills & Nash, Nancy Reagan, the Movies “Dogma,” “Moth-man Prophecies,” and “Temptations for Television;” for Arnold Palmer, tournaments, a three thousand people picnic, political dignitaries, Union banquets and rallies, and some of Pittsburgh’s and Jacksonville’s most prestigious events.