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Barbecue Catering in Canonbury, Greater London
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in Canonbury by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
- Fundraising days
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Team days and staff summer parties
A barbecue near Canonbury
About our BBQ catering in Canonbury
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, away from buildings, fences and overhanging branches. Send us a picture of the space and we will confirm it. Whether it is relaxed weddings and evening receptions and community fun days, we’ll put together a menu of beef burgers, beef brisket and halloumi skewers.
In a London neighbourhood like Canonbury, the big question for a barbecue is where the grill can go. If there is no side passage, a rear gate or yard may work, and a picture helps us check. All the barbecue, none of the effort: we shop, cook, serve and clear.
- Where
- Canonbury (N1, N1P, E8)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For event organisers in Canonbury
For venues and planners, we are happy to work alongside your team.
If the event is on someone else’s land, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
Events we cater in Canonbury
Cooked on site, served hot
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Fundraising days
- Back-garden get-togethers
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Rotherfield Primary School, often want a barbecue.
Questions to ask before you book
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Allergen information for every dish
- Whether travel is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue is relaxed and sociable, and needs no kitchen at the venue. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest what works.
What you get with us
- Six meats to choose from
- Planned to your running order
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Serving and clearing done for you
See our prices page and our barbecue menu ideas.
How it works
Grilled food is at its best when it is hot, so we cook to order through service. Slow-cooked meats are ready as soon as service begins, which keeps the queue moving. At midsummer, it is light in Canonbury until about 9:20pm, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. By late September, sunset is nearer 7:05pm.
- It starts with your date, venue, numbers and serving time.
- We check the date and the cooking area, then send a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- We cook and serve when you’re ready to eat.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Getting ready for the day
- Check there’s nothing overhead or close by that could catch the heat
- Choose someone to meet us on arrival
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
Get a quote
A quote from us sets out the menu, timings, staffing and what’s included, so you can compare caterers fairly. Use our quote form.
Planning help
What we serve, dish by dish
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Crunchy coleslaw suits barbecue food, and salads add freshness.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
A plant-based burger or sausage covers vegans, served in a roll with salads.
What affects the price in Canonbury
Each booking is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How many people are eating
- Plates or china
- The journey to the venue
- How easy it is to reach the spot
Travel matters for the price: travel is included in your quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
Getting an accurate quote
To check availability and the cooking area, tell us:
- Your date and serving time
- The address or postcode
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Anything the venue has asked for
It’s easy to get a price: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Nearby places to Canonbury
What else we do in Canonbury
Where the barbecue can go in Canonbury
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Space for our vehicle nearby
As a London location, Canonbury is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: let us know how we reach the cooking spot and where we can park.
Not sure about the cooking spot? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
What we serve
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Jacket potatoes
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Beef burgers
Looking after everyone
You will get allergen information for everything we serve. To make the most of it:
- Think about who doesn’t eat pork or beef so the menu has enough choice
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
Running late? Let us know, and we’ll adjust where we can.
For a bigger event, add a hog roast alongside the barbecue.
Barbecue venues around Canonbury
Canonbury is about 2 miles north-east of St Pancras, in Greater London. Canonbury is well within our area for events. We cover all 764 towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
After a christening at a church such as St Paul's Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. No room at home? A club near Canonbury with a terrace or field can be a good alternative.
Anywhere in N1, N1P and E8, we can bring the barbecue to you. Whether your event is on Dove Road, Essex Road and Clare Lane or anywhere nearby, we can set up and cook there. Main roads around Canonbury include the A1199 and A1200, which makes travel to your event easy. We also bring barbecues to events in De Beauvoir Town (1 mile east), Mildmay (1 mile north-east), Kingsland (1 mile east), Newington Green (1 mile north) and Highbury (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (3 miles south), City of Westminster (3 miles south-west), Marylebone (3 miles south-west), Kensington (6 miles south-west), Walthamstow (4 miles north-east) and Hampstead (4 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Metropolitan Free Hospital (0.5 miles south-east) and Hackney Walk (1.6 miles east). Open spaces near Canonbury include St. James's Park Lake and Ludgate Hill.
- Local schools include City of London Academy Highbury Grove (0.6 miles north-west) and Islington Green School (0.7 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find New Crown pub (within half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Metropolitan Borough of Islington (0.6 miles west) and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (1.8 miles south)
Common questions in Canonbury
What’s the nearest station to Canonbury?
Canonbury station, in Canonbury itself.
Could you cook in Shoreditch Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, normally the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is the meat halal?
We don’t. Please arrange halal food separately if anyone needs it.
Do you cover Canonbury?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, Canonbury and the rest of Greater London included. Tell us the venue and we’ll quote.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes: halloumi and vegetable skewers for vegetarians and a vegan burger or sausage for vegans. Let us know how many to expect.
Can we have a barbecue and a hog roast?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Of course. With salads and potatoes, it is a proper meal on a plate.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, in line with Food Standards Agency guidance.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Burgers, sausages and chicken, plus ribs, pulled pork and brisket
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away