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BBQ Catering for Ramsgate
A catered barbecue for events around Ramsgate: hot food off the grill, salads and sides, served by our staff.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Evening wedding food
- Neighbourhood parties
A barbecue near Ramsgate
How our BBQ catering works in Ramsgate
There’s something about a barbecue that gets people talking: people gather round the grill and come back for seconds. We will find the right spot at your venue in Ramsgate. We are often asked to cater school fairs and summer fêtes and engagement and anniversary parties, serving BBQ ribs, chicken skewers and beef burgers.
In Ramsgate, barbecues are booked for parties, work days and club events. The common need is a spot outside for the grill. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will give you the allergen information for every dish before you book.
Where the barbecue can go in Ramsgate
A barbecue needs a level, open spot outdoors with cover. Here’s what we look for:
- Space for our vehicle nearby
- A clear way in from where we park
- A wet-weather plan for your guests
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
From the grill
- Beef brisket
- Jacket potatoes
- Pulled pork
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Chicken skewers
- Salads
- New potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Beef burgers
- BBQ ribs
Towns and villages near Ramsgate
What else we do in Ramsgate
Perfect for your event in Ramsgate
You enjoy the barbecue instead of cooking it
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Ramsgate and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Charity fundraisers
- Leaving parties
If guests are travelling by rail, Ramsgate has its own station, Ramsgate station.
Before you book anyone
- Travel and any London charges
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Which meats, sides and extras are included
- What the price includes, item by item
Looking after everyone
With a bit of planning, dietary needs are easier to handle. A few tips:
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Let us know roughly how many children are coming
- Keep the meat-free options clearly labelled
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
On the day, we arrive in good time to set up, put the cover up and get the barbecue hot.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
A catered BBQ in Ramsgate: what to know
Ramsgate is in Kent. We are happy to travel to Ramsgate for events. Ramsgate is one of 922 places in Kent where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Ramsgate to Canterbury (15 miles away).
Historic houses near Ramsgate include Quex Park (4.4 miles north-west). Estates like these tend to set strict rules for caterers, so check before booking. Churches such as St. Luke's Church rarely have room for a barbecue, but a hall or home nearby usually does. The sea is within about a mile of Ramsgate, so breezy days are common: we choose a sheltered spot for the grill and keep smoke away from guests.
Anywhere in CT11, CT12 and CT10, we can cook on site for your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Your event could be at a house on High Street, Church Road and High Street St Lawrence, as long as there is somewhere outside to cook. With the A254 and A255 close by, Ramsgate is easy for us to reach for your event. We also bring barbecues to events in St Lawrence (1 mile west), Northwood (1 mile north-west), Upton (1 mile north-east), Broadstairs (2 miles north-east) and St Peter's (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (15 miles west), Margate (3 miles north), Dover (15 miles south), Deal (8 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (15 miles south).
Nearby you’ll also find Westwood Cross (1.6 miles north-west) and Ramsgate Museum (less than half a mile south-east). Open spaces near Ramsgate include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Local schools include Chatham House Grammar School (under half a mile south-east) and St George's Boys School (within half a mile east)
- Local pubs include The Derby Arms (within half a mile north)
How the day works
One of us cooks, the others serve, so service stays steady. When everyone has eaten, we clear the serving area. In Ramsgate, late May sunsets come at about 8:45pm and midsummer ones at about 9:15pm, so an early-evening barbecue is normally in daylight.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Tell us roughly how many children are coming
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
Ask for a quote
Busy weekends book up early, so ask early for summer Saturdays and December. Send us your date for a quote: fill in our quote form.
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Why choose BBQ catering in Ramsgate?
Compared with a sit-down meal, a barbecue keeps things informal, and needs no kitchen at the venue. 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, so we quote each one individually.
Why book with us
- Our chef at the grill, not you
- Halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Our staff serve and clear
- Served at the time you choose
Read how we price or our barbecue menu ideas.
Prices and what affects them
The biggest factors are:
- Busy dates such as summer Saturdays
- Distance from us
- Access to the cooking area
- The number of people
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
To get the best quote, tell us:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- An estimate of numbers
- The date and time of the event
- Anything the venue has asked for
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so you can compare caterers fairly. Fill in our quote form.
Questions from Ramsgate
What about windy coastal sites?
Yes, of course. Wind is something we plan for: a sheltered spot and secure cover.
What’s the nearest station to Ramsgate?
Ramsgate station, in Ramsgate itself.
How soon do you get booked up?
The earlier the better for popular dates. But do ask even at short notice: send us your details through our quote form.
Do you clear up?
Our staff clear up after service, and leave the area tidy.
Can we mix BBQ and hog roast?
Yes. Many bigger events have both. Tell us your numbers and we’ll suggest a split.
What meats do you barbecue?
You choose from burgers, sausages, chicken skewers, ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Most events pick three or four.
Do we have to eat from rolls?
Yes, on plates with salads, coleslaw and potatoes.
Is barbecued chicken safe?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, following Food Standards Agency advice.
What comes off the grill
Beef burgers
Beef burgers are grilled on site and served in a bun, straight from the grill to the bun.
Sausages
Sausages go down well with younger guests.
Planners, venues and businesses
Some venues add a fee for outside caterers, so it’s worth asking first. We will work with the venue on access and the cooking spot.
If you are a venue or event planner, we’re happy to work alongside your team, sharing timings and a site plan.
- Cooked on site by our chef, outdoors under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Vegetarian and vegan options: halloumi skewers and a vegan burger or sausage
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away