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BBQ Catering for Margate
Want a barbecue in Margate without standing at the grill? Our chef and team handle everything, with burgers, ribs, pulled pork and more.
- Team days and staff summer parties
- Close and cul-de-sac parties
- Engagement and anniversary parties
BBQ catering in Margate
The process
We start by setting up the barbecue and a serving table where we agreed. Then it is a case of cooking and serving through the time you’ve chosen. For an evening barbecue in Margate, think about light: it’s light until about 9:15pm in June but only about 7:00pm in late September. Plan lights for the serving area after that.
- It starts with 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 pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us a contact number for the day
- Plan somewhere sheltered for people to eat if it rains
- Ask about allergies and dietary needs beforehand
How to get a price
Send us the date, the address or CT9 postcode and rough numbers, plus when you’d like to eat. We’ll confirm availability and send a price. Send us your details through our quote form.
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About our BBQ catering in Margate
Barbecue food is at its best straight from the grill, so we cook and serve through the agreed service time. Tell us when you’d like to eat and we will plan around it. On the menu are pulled pork, beef burgers and sausages, and we’re regularly asked to cater charity fundraisers and street parties.
In Margate, barbecues are booked for parties, work days and club events. The common need is a spot outside for the grill. Our staff serve and clear, so you’re not left handing out rolls.
Barbecues in Margate: gardens, clubs and local tips
Margate is in Kent. Planning a catered barbecue in Margate? We cover the whole area. Margate is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent we cover. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 15 miles away.
No room at home? A club near Margate with a terrace or field can be a good alternative. Within reach of Margate are historic houses such as Quex Park (2.9 miles west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. With the coast within about a mile of Margate, wind is the thing to plan for: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Events anywhere in CT9, CT7, CT8 and CT10 start with an outdoor spot for the barbecue and a serving time. Whether your event is on Yoakley Square, Church Road and High Street or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. Margate sits on or near the A28 and A254, which makes travel to your event easy. We also bring barbecues to events in Westwood (1 mile south), Westbrook (1 mile west), Garlinge (1 mile west), Flete (1 mile south-west) and Haine (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (15 miles south-west), Ramsgate (3 miles south), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (11 miles south), Herne Bay (11 miles west) and Walmer (12 miles south). As one of the bigger places in Kent, Margate has plenty of venues, halls and workplaces.
Well-known places in the area include Margate West (1.5 miles west) and Westwood Cross (1.6 miles south). Within reach you will find Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local schools include Hartsdown Academy (0.7 miles west)
- Local pubs include Secret Spices pub (under half a mile south)
What affects the price in Margate
Every booking is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Numbers
- Whether you want china
- Season and day of the week
- Travel to Margate
What you choose to eat matters most: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Ask us to suggest a menu for your budget.
Details that help
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Any venue rules
- The address or postcode
- An estimate of numbers
- Allergies we should know about
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Send us your details through our quote form.
Allergies and dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. A few tips:
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
- Tell us if anyone doesn’t eat beef
The barbecue goes where we agreed, leaving the rest of the space to you.
Add coleslaw, salads and jacket potatoes for a full meal.
More for events in Margate
Space, access and the venue
Most gardens, car parks, yards and fields work if a few things are right. Here’s what helps:
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
- Somewhere dry for guests to eat if it rains
- Clearance from walls, marquee sides and overhanging branches
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- BBQ ribs
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Sausages
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
Questions from Margate
Which station is closest to Margate?
Margate station, about 0.6 miles north-west of the centre.
Is Margate close to London?
About 64 miles from central London.
Do you cook the barbecue on site?
Yes, on site at your venue in Margate. The barbecue needs a level spot outdoors, clear of buildings and trees.
When should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. For other dates, a few weeks can be enough. Ask and we’ll check.
Do you have vegetarian and vegan options?
We do. Vegetarians get halloumi and vegetable skewers, and vegans get a vegan burger or sausage.
Can it be a sit-down meal?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes, and china is available on request.
Is crockery included?
We bring plates as standard. China crockery is available on request and quoted separately.
Will you clear up afterwards?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
For planners, venues and organisers
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.
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.
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with a DIY barbecue, 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 makes a difference too. Ask us and we’ll suggest the best fit for your budget.
Why us?
- Timed around your day
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- A full barbecue menu
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
Events we cater in Margate
Barbecue and hog roast together, if you like
In Margate and nearby, we cater for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Family celebrations
- Retirement do’s
- Fundraising barbecues
- Community fun days
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Salmestone Primary School, frequently want a barbecue.
What to look for in a quote
- Any travel or access charges
- Whether plates or china are included
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- The menu, including sides and any extras
A closer look at the menu
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes turn a barbecue into a full meal.
Beef brisket
For beef lovers, brisket is the one to choose, served on a plate or in a roll.
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- A full barbecue menu, not just burgers
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards