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BBQ Catering for Ilford
Hosting a barbecue in Ilford without doing the cooking: the food, the grill and the team are all on us.
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- Community fun days
- Fundraising barbecues
Planning an event in Ilford?
About our BBQ catering in Ilford
Barbecue food is sociable food: people gather round the grill and come back for seconds. In Ilford, we will set up where it suits your event. Whether it is fundraising days and club open days, we can cook halloumi skewers, beef burgers and beef brisket.
In a London neighbourhood like Ilford, the big question for a barbecue is where the grill can go. If there’s no side passage, a rear gate or yard may work, and send us a picture. Everything is cooked through properly, with raw and cooked food kept apart.
- Where
- Ilford (IG1, IG3, IG2, E12)
- Region
- Greater London
- From the grill
- Burgers, sausages, chicken and ribs
- Also available
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What BBQ catering costs
There’s no fixed price list, because every event is different. What matters most:
- Whether you want china
- How many people are eating
- Access to the cooking area
- Travel to Ilford
Travel matters for the price: we include travel in the quote. Tell us the exact address so the quote is accurate.
What we need to know
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- The date and time of the event
- An estimate of numbers
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- Any dietary needs or allergies
Numbers not final yet? Give us your best estimate and we’ll quote on that, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Barbecue venues around Ilford
Ilford is about 4 miles east of Leyton, in Greater London. We are happy to travel to Ilford for events and the places nearby. We cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London. Our nearest city page is London, about 8 miles away.
If guests are travelling by rail, Ilford station is in Ilford itself. If you are organising a summer fair for a school like Winston Way Academy, a barbecue is a crowd-pleaser.
Anywhere in IG1, IG3, IG2 and E12, we can cook on site for your guests. Local streets include Station Road, Axon Place and Hainault Street; an event on any of them works well with outdoor space and a way in. Main roads around Ilford include the A118, so getting the barbecue to your event is simple. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Cranbrook (1 mile north-west), Loxford (1 mile south), Seven Kings (1 mile north-east), Manor Park (1 mile south-west) and Little Ilford (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in London (8 miles south-west), City of Westminster (10 miles west), Marylebone (10 miles west), Kensington (13 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles west) and Shoreditch (7 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include East Ham (2.1 miles south-west) and Barking Community Hospital (1.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Ilford includes Hollow Pond and Ripple Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include The Ursuline Academy Ilford (within half a mile north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Great Spoon of Ilford pub (under half a mile west)
Allergies and dietary needs
We give full allergen information for every dish. To help:
- Check whether anyone avoids pork or beef when choosing the meats
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
The serving table is kept tidy and stocked, so the barbecue looks as good at the end as at the start.
China crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
How the day works
One of us cooks, the others serve, so the queue keeps moving. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. By late September, sunset in Ilford is about 7:05pm; in December it is about 3:50pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Start with the date, the venue and roughly how many.
- We check the space and send a quote with the menu.
- We arrive in good time and get the barbecue hot.
- At food time, we cook and serve.
- We tidy up and pack away.
Before we arrive
- Include children in your numbers
- Have a covered area for eating in case of rain
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
Get a quote
Every event is quoted on its own, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Ask us for a quote for your event: send us your details through our quote form.
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Space, access and the venue
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- A level lawn, patio or hard standing
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
As a London location, Ilford 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 picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
On the menu in Ilford
- BBQ ribs
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Halloumi skewers (V)
About the food
Pulled pork
Pulled pork in a roll with coleslaw is hard to beat.
Beef brisket
Sliced brisket adds a grown-up touch.
Is a barbecue right for your event?
Next to doing the barbecue yourself, nobody you know spends the event at the grill, and the food is cooked properly by people who do it every week. Midweek and quieter months are often easier to book, and the menu you choose matters too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
What you get with us
- Add a hog roast alongside
- Sides to make it a full meal
- Served at the time you choose
- Cooked on site by our chef
See our prices page or BBQ menu ideas.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning on behalf of a committee? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We will keep everyone in the loop.
Ilford questions
What if our house in Ilford has no side access?
Often, if there is a rear gate, a front garden or a yard we can use. Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Which station is closest to Ilford?
Ilford station, in Ilford itself.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But it is always worth asking: send us your details through our quote form.
What does the venue need to provide?
Space and a way in, mainly: a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings, with cover over the grill. We’ll check anything else with you.
What meats do you barbecue?
Six meats, plus vegetarian and vegan options. Most events pick three or four.
How many meats should we choose?
You do not need everything. Pick a mix of grilled and slow-cooked meats and we’ll advise on the rest.
Do you label the food for allergies?
We can label dishes at the serving table. Let us know about allergies before the day.
Do you cover Ilford?
Yes, Ilford is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Also in Ilford
Perfect for your event in Ilford
Cooked on site, served hot
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Ilford and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Neighbourhood parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Fêtes, fairs and sports days
- Fundraising barbecues
Clubs and leisure centres near Ilford can host a barbecue if there is outdoor space.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How dietary needs are handled
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards