Portsmouth · England
BBQ Catering for Fratton
Treat your guests to a catered BBQ at your event in Fratton. Our chef grills on site, so nobody you know is stuck at the barbecue.
- Cricket, football and rugby club days
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Big birthday parties
Planning an event in Fratton?
How our BBQ catering works in Fratton
Barbecue food is at its best straight from the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Give us your serving time and we’ll plan around it. Whether it is fundraising days and leaving and retirement parties, we can cook beef brisket, beef burgers and pulled pork and more.
Barbecues around Fratton are often relaxed garden affairs. A catered barbecue fits right in, with nobody you know stuck at the grill. You’ll know what’s included before you book: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates, with no surprises on the day.
- Area
- Fratton (PO1, PO4, PO3)
- Region
- Portsmouth
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Extras
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Where the barbecue can go in Fratton
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- Room for a serving table next to the grill
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- Parking near the grill
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think.
What we serve
- Salads
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Jacket potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
Barbecue venues around Fratton
Fratton is about 1 mile south-east of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. Thinking about a catered barbecue in Fratton? We cover the whole area. Fratton is one of 19 places in Portsmouth where we cater. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 16 miles away.
For anyone arriving by rail, Fratton station serves Fratton directly. Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Penhale Infant School & Nursery, often want a barbecue. With the coast within about 2 miles of Fratton, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Anywhere in PO1, PO4 and PO3, we can bring the barbecue to you. Whether your event is on Renny Road, Clive Road and Union Road or a nearby road, we can set up and cook there. Main roads around Fratton include the A288, so getting the barbecue to your event is simple. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Kingston (1 mile north-east), Portsmouth (1 mile north-west), Landport (1 mile west), Baffins (1 mile north-east) and Copnor (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cater in Wymering (3 miles north), Paulsgrove (3 miles north), Cosham (3 miles north), Drayton (3 miles north) and Farlington (4 miles north-east).
A little further out are The Bridge Shopping Centre (less than half a mile south-west) and St Mary's Hospital (under half a mile east). The countryside around Fratton includes Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
- Schools near Fratton include The Portsmouth Academy (under half a mile north-west) and St Edmund's Catholic School (0.6 miles west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Electric Arms (less than half a mile west)
- Other local spots include Southsea (1.5 miles south-west)
Looking after everyone
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Tell us about children’s numbers
We get there well before service, so the grill is up to heat when you are ready to eat.
China crockery is available on request, at extra cost.
For event organisers in Fratton
Some venues charge a fee if you bring in your own caterer, so check before you book. We’ll liaise with them on access and set-up.
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
What we serve, dish by dish
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Tell us how many vegans to expect, and we will plan the vegan burgers or sausages.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch, especially at a wedding or work event.
How we price a catered barbecue
A few things make the biggest difference to the price:
- Crockery choices
- Season and day of the week
- Numbers
- Access to the cooking area
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Details that help
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Anything the venue has asked for
- The address or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Tell us your date and we will check it: use our quote form.
Step by step
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it’s a case of cooking and serving through the time you’ve chosen. By late September, sunset in Fratton is about 7:10pm; in December it is about 4:00pm. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- You get a check on the date and the spot, and a quote.
- We arrive ahead of service and set up under cover.
- Our chef cooks and our staff serve at the agreed time.
- Afterwards we clear up and leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Measure the narrowest gate or passage
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us when, where, how many and what time you’d like to eat. We’ll reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, with a menu planned around your guests. The menu makes a big difference to the price: a simple menu costs less than one with brisket and ribs, so we list each item in the quote. Tell us your budget and we will suggest a menu.
Why book our barbecue in Fratton
- Barbecue and hog roast together for big events
- An itemised quote
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Timed around your day
Take a look at our pricing and BBQ menu ideas.
Occasions we serve in Fratton
Cooked on site, served hot
Hosts in Fratton book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. For example:
- Summer staff days
- Summer parties in the garden
- Charity fundraisers
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
No room at home? A club near Fratton with a terrace or field can be a good alternative.
What your quote should include
- Travel and any London charges
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
Questions from Fratton
Can you barbecue near the sea around Fratton?
Yes. We cook under cover and choose a sheltered spot where we can.
Which station is closest to Fratton?
Fratton has its own station: Fratton station.
What do children generally eat?
Yes, generally: simple food in a roll suits most children. Give us a rough number of children.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
Summer Saturdays go first, so ask as early as you can. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Send us your details through our quote form.
What can we have at a catered barbecue?
Beef burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, BBQ ribs, pulled pork and beef brisket, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
Can you do a hog roast as well?
We can. A hog roast gives you a centrepiece and the barbecue adds variety.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Plan shelter for your guests.
Other occasions in Fratton
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards