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Barbecue Catering in Bitterne, Southampton
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in Bitterne by our chef. Our staff serve and clear.
- Fundraising barbecues
- Summer parties in the garden
- Family celebrations
A barbecue near Bitterne
About the food
Sausages
Grilled until golden and cooked right through, sausages are simple and satisfying.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: grilled halloumi with vegetables.
BBQ catering in Bitterne, served hot
With BBQ catering, the barbecue, the food and the cooking are all on us. We cook on site at your event in Bitterne, outdoors under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. Popular choices include beef burgers, beef brisket and BBQ ribs, and we are regularly asked to cater retirement do’s and sports clubs and team events.
Barbecues around Bitterne are frequently relaxed garden affairs. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
- Where
- Bitterne (SO18, SO19)
- Area hub
- Southampton
- From the grill
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The process
Barbecue food is best straight off the grill, so we cook to order through service. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, which keeps the queue moving. A summer barbecue in Bitterne stays light until about 9:25pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:10pm.
- First, you send us your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- On the day we arrive in good time, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
- Let us know about tight access
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
How to get a price
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
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What BBQ catering costs
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The journey to the venue
- Site access
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
Midweek and quieter months are frequently easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we will suggest the best fit for your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, we will need:
- The address or postcode
- Dietary requirements
- Anything the venue has asked for
- An estimate of numbers
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
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FAQs for Bitterne
Do you cater at venues in the New Forest National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules for caterers; ask your venue. We’ll follow the site rules.
Is Bitterne close to London?
Roughly 68 miles from the centre of London.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes, and china is available on request.
How much choice do we need?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
Is a barbecue good for children?
Burgers and sausages are generally the children’s favourites, and a vegan sausage covers anyone who does not eat meat. Tell us roughly how many are coming.
What’s on your BBQ menu?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you offer halal meat?
We don’t. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
How soon do you get booked up?
Summer Saturdays and December book up first. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Ask and we will check.
Occasions we serve in Bitterne
A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
People around Bitterne book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Leaving parties
- Work barbecues
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Reunions and family get-togethers
Coming by train? The closest railway station is Bitterne station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west of the centre.
Comparing caterers
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
- What crockery is supplied
- If the price includes VAT
- Travel and any London charges
Working with your venue
For events on land you don’t own, such as a park or field, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Mention any guests who avoid beef
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Think about who does not eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Barbecues in Bitterne: gardens, clubs and local tips
Bitterne is about 1 mile east of Southampton, in Southampton. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Bitterne? We can help. We cover all 40 towns and villages in Southampton.
After a christening at a church such as Church of the Holy Saviour, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. Within reach of Bitterne are historic houses such as South Stoneham House (1.8 miles north-west) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (2.2 miles south-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. The New Forest National Park is within about 8 miles of Bitterne, so a countryside barbecue here comes with a view. Venues there may restrict open cooking, so ask about their rules first. The sea is within about 2 miles of Bitterne, so breezy days are common: a sheltered spot keeps the grill steady and the smoke away from the queue.
Wherever your event is in SO18 and SO19, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Bath Road, Ruby Road and Dean Road, and an event on any of them works with a garden, drive or yard for the barbecue. Bitterne is on the A3024, so it’s easy for us to reach with the equipment. For events just outside Bitterne, we cover Northam (1 mile west), Bitterne Park (1 mile north-west), Itchen (1 mile south-west), Midanbury (1 mile north) and Harefield (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Shirley (3 miles west), Regents Park (3 miles west), Maybush (4 miles west), Coxford (4 miles west), Freemantle (3 miles west) and Lordswood (4 miles north-west).
A little further out are Bitterne Local History Society Heritage And Research Centre (less than half a mile north-west) and Marlands Shopping Centre (2 miles west). Open spaces near Bitterne include Netley Common.
- Local schools include Itchen College (less than half a mile south-east) and St Mary's Independent School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Local pubs include The Red Lion pub (less than half a mile north-east)
A barbecue or other catering?
Compared with a hog roast, a barbecue offers more variety, with beef, chicken and pork rather than one main meat. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so for bigger events, why not both?. Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Why book with us
- A full barbecue menu
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- Our staff serve and clear
- Planned to your running order
See how we price and BBQ menu ideas.
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
- Parking near the grill
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Bitterne
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Chicken skewers
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Jacket potatoes
- Beef brisket
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away