Business Details
Your Trusted Catering Partner in Moraine, OH
At LMR Catering, we have dedicated over three decades to perfecting the art of event catering across Dayton, Ohio. Our team specializes in creating tailored culinary experiences for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations, accommodating events ranging from intimate dinners to grand affairs with thousands of guests. We combine traditional techniques like wood-fired roasting with modern innovation to deliver exceptional flavor and presentation.Our partnership with The Mandalay Event Center and local vendors ensures seamless event planning, while our commitment to quality ingredients and personalized service has earned us a reputation as a trusted leader in the catering industry. With owners Molly and Matt McConnell overseeing operations for more than 30 years, we prioritize adaptability, attention to detail, and client satisfaction in every project we undertake.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Pig Roast
Prime Rib Service
Pickup Meals
Delivery Service
Event Planning
Smoked Meats
Venue Coordination
Private Parties
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of catering expertise in Dayton, Ohio
- Our wood-fired onsite grilling ensures fresh, flavorful dishes
- We customize menus to match your event's theme and dietary needs
- Partnership with The Mandalay provides premier venue options
- Owners Molly and Matt McConnell oversee every event personally
Services
Wedding Catering
Full-service wedding catering from intimate ceremonies to grand receptions for 5,000 guests. Custom menus, onsite wood-fired cooking, and coordination with The Mandalay Event Center ensure a flawless celebration. Our 30+ years of expertise in Dayton weddings guarantees exceptional food presentation and service tailored to your vision.
Corporate Events
Sophisticated catering solutions for corporate meetings, conferences, and galas. Menu options range from elegant plated dinners to interactive food stations. We accommodate venues from boardrooms to large banquet halls, providing reliable service and premium ingredients to impress professional audiences across Southwest Ohio.
Pig Roast
Traditional wood-fired pig roasts for backyard parties and large events. Our slow-roasted whole hogs feature crispy skin and juicy meat, served with classic Southern sides. This crowd-pleasing centerpiece option combines quality ingredients with authentic cooking methods for unforgettable outdoor gatherings.
Prime Rib Service
Premium prime rib carving stations for weddings and special events. Expertly roasted onsite over wood fire, then carved to order for optimal freshness. This upscale offering delivers restaurant-quality beef with theatrical presentation, perfect for creating memorable dining experiences at formal and semi-formal gatherings.
Event Planning
Comprehensive event planning services through partnerships with Dayton area vendors. We coordinate venues, rentals, and logistics to ensure seamless execution. Our experience with 20-5,000 guest events provides valuable expertise in timing, flow, and contingency planning for stress-free occasions.
People
Molly McConnell
Co-Owner
With over 30 years of catering experience, Molly McConnell co-founded LMR Catering to bring exceptional culinary services to Dayton. Her attention to detail and client-focused approach ensures every event meets exact specifications while maintaining operational excellence.
Matt McConnell
Co-Owner
Matt McConnell co-owns LMR Catering alongside Molly, leveraging decades of industry experience to maintain quality standards. He oversees onsite cooking operations and menu development, specializing in wood-fired techniques that define the company's signature flavor profile.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, family reunions, church services, and private parties of all sizes—from intimate gatherings to events with up to 5,000 guests.
Do you provide venue coordination services?
Yes, we partner with The Mandalay Event Center and other local venues to offer complete event planning, including space selection, layout design, and vendor coordination across Dayton and Northern Cincinnati.
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
Our menus can be customized to meet dietary restrictions including vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options while maintaining the same high standards of flavor and presentation.
What makes your catering service unique?
Our wood-fired onsite cooking techniques, 30+ years of local experience, and personal oversight from owners Molly and Matt McConnell create distinctive culinary experiences tailored to each client's vision.
Do you offer pickup and delivery options?
Yes, we provide convenient pickup and delivery services for our full menu of Southern-style meals, smoked meats, and specialty dishes during regular business hours.
Reviews (5)
Jodi Campbell
Jun 11, 2022
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We used LMR for my daughter's wedding and they were awesome! Very professional and helpful! Mariah and the others went above and beyond to ensure my daughter had no worries on her special day! She even made sure my daughter and her groom were saved some goodies when she saw the pretzel bites (late night snack) were dwindling! Would highly recommend! Very easy to work with!
Katie Ellis
Nov 15, 2021
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We went for our tasting last week and it was absolutely fantastic! The options are awesome the staff is friendly and knowledgeable they offer to work with other vendors for you which is wonderful! We can not wait to have them at our wedding!
Nicole Bangert
Oct 30, 2021
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Had my daughters wedding catered by LMR they was very professional.my guest and us was all very pleased. The food was even better than the initial test tasting. Thanks for beong part of and making the day with great food
Jennifer Davis
Oct 23, 2021
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They catered my daughter's wedding. Well, catered is an understatement, they grilled NY strip steaks onsite for 65 people and it was exquisite! Chandler was extremely efficient and professional. They arrived on time, set up effortlessly and as quietly as possible during the ceremony (I forgot they were there!) and had everything hot and ready exactly as scheduled. All our guests commented that the food was wonderful. This company was a breeze to work with (except for the extra charge to use a credit card for payment) and 10/10 would recommend and use again.
Jennifer McManis Davis
Oct 13, 2021
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LMR catered our daughter's wedding and everything was perfect! I was a little leery about having steaks cooked on site for 65 people but Chandler made a believer out of me. Everything was delicious and served hot and perfectly seasoned. We received so many compliments about the food. For the quality it was very economical and the set up and tear down was seamless, efficient and quiet. I will definitely recommend and would use again!
