Medway · England
BBQ Catering for Luton
A barbecue in Luton, without you at the grill: we bring the barbecue, the food and the staff.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Community fun days
Book a BBQ in Luton
About our BBQ catering in Luton
Some of the best barbecues are the ones where the host gets to sit down. We look after the grill, the serving and the clearing, while you look after your guests. On the menu are beef brisket, pulled pork and chicken skewers, and typical bookings are for neighbourhood parties and relaxed weddings and evening receptions.
In a place like Luton, a barbecue at home is usually the easiest option. Tell us about the drive and the garden, and we will do the rest. Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with separate equipment for raw and cooked food.
What happens on the day
Our chef runs the grill while our staff serve, so service stays steady. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. Autumn and winter barbecues in Luton get dark early: about 7:00pm by late September and 3:50pm by December. For a late-season barbecue, lunchtime is easiest.
- Show us the space.
- We confirm it works and send a quote.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- We serve as your guests come up.
- We leave the spot tidy.
How to prepare
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Think about shelter for your guests
Getting 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
More for events in Luton
A barbecue or other catering?
Next to a buffet, everything is hot and freshly cooked. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. Every booking is different, which is why each one gets its own quote.
Why us?
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Six meats to choose from
- Serving and clearing done for you
Take a look at how we price and our barbecue menu ideas.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you’re a venue or event planner, we can fit around your other suppliers.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we will deal with on the day. We will keep you both updated.
Barbecue venues around Luton
Luton is about 1 mile north of Chatham, in Medway. Luton is well within our area for events and the places nearby. Luton is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we cater. Our bookings stretch from Luton to Canterbury (about 24 miles away).
After a christening at a church such as Saint Paul with All Saints or St Michael the Archangel Church, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone. If guests are travelling by rail, Chatham station is about 1 mile away.
Here we cover the ME4, ME5 and ME7 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Mill Lane, Luton Road and Maida Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. For events just outside Luton, we cover Hale (1 mile south-east), Chatham (1 mile south), Darland (1 mile south-east), Chatham Waterfront (1 mile north-west) and Capstone (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Rainham (3 miles east), Strood (3 miles north-west), Park Wood (3 miles south-east), Hoo St Werburgh (4 miles north), Wigmore (3 miles east) and Peters Village (4 miles south-west). Luton is one of the larger places we cover in Medway, with plenty of venues for events.
Well-known places in the area include Pentagon Shopping Centre (1.1 miles north-west) and Six Poor Travellers House (2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Luton include Ranscombe Farm and Blue Bell Hill.
- Schools near Luton include The Victory Academy (less than half a mile south-west) and Hospital and Medical Tuition Service (0.7 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Magpie Tavern (within half a mile north)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Chatham Free Library (0.7 miles north) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.3 miles north-west)
About the food
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Add salads, coleslaw and potatoes for a proper meal.
Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Let us know numbers for the vegan option, and we will bring enough vegan burgers or sausages.
Diets, allergies and alternatives
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Tips:
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Ask about allergies when guests reply
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
FAQs for Luton
Could you cook in Gillingham Park?
Only with permission from the park’s owner, typically the council, and many parks don’t allow cooking. Check with them first.
Which station is closest to Luton?
Chatham station, about 1 mile north-west of the centre.
What happens after service?
Our staff clear up after service, leaving the spot as we found it.
How much choice do we need?
Most events choose three or four meats, plus the meat-free options. Fewer items keeps service quick.
What if it rains?
The cooking area is covered, so it’s guests who need a wet-weather plan.
Can you label vegetarian and vegan food?
You’ll get allergen information for everything we serve, and we can label the vegetarian and vegan options.
Is the barbecue cooked on site?
Yes. Our chef cooks outdoors, under cover, at your event, with our staff serving and clearing.
How soon do you get booked up?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Send your date and we’ll check.
What BBQ catering costs
There’s no fixed price list, since every event is different. What matters most:
- The date and time of year
- Travel to Luton
- Access to the cooking area
- How many people are eating
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. A cheaper headline price can leave things out.
Getting an accurate quote
Good details mean a good quote. Please include:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Where the event is
- Anything the venue has asked for
- Roughly how many people
Numbers not final yet? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Fill in our quote form.
Planning the cooking spot
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- A spot well clear of buildings
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
From the grill
- Pulled pork
- New potatoes
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Chicken skewers
- Beef burgers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Sausages
- Jacket potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
Events we cater in Luton
Cooked on site, served hot
From garden parties to club days, a catered barbecue fits in. Popular choices:
- Big birthday parties
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Fundraising barbecues
Nearby historic houses include Restoration House (1.8 miles north-west) and Temple Manor (2.5 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before you book.
What your quote should include
- What crockery is supplied
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards