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Barbecue Catering in Rochester, Medway
BBQ catering for events in Rochester: grilled on site with staff to serve and clear, so you can enjoy the day.
- Community fun days
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
A barbecue near Rochester
BBQ catering in Rochester, served hot
With BBQ catering, the barbecue, the food and the cooking are all on us. Our chef grills on site in Rochester, under cover, while our staff serve your guests and tidy up. On the menu are pulled pork, sausages and halloumi skewers, and we are frequently booked for garden parties and work barbecues.
Garden barbecues are a classic in Rochester, with a club, hall or pub garden as a good alternative. All we need is a level spot with clearance. Your quote spells out what’s included: the date, the serving time, the menu and the plates.
What comes off the grill
Sausages
Sausages are a barbecue favourite, served in a roll or with sides.
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
For vegetarians, halloumi and vegetable skewers are cooked separately from the meat, so they get something hot and satisfying too.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we position the grill under cover and get it up to heat. From there, we cook as your guests come up, timed to when you want to eat. By late September, sunset in Rochester is about 7:00pm; in December it is about 3:50pm. A lunchtime barbecue avoids the dark.
- Show us the space.
- We check it and send a price.
- On the day, we cook on site under cover.
- Our team serves hot food through the agreed time.
- We leave the spot tidy.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the cooking area is away from walls, tents and trees
- Tell us which meats you’d like in advance
- Give us a contact number for the day
How to get a price
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, and you can confirm nearer the time. Send us your details through our quote form.
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What else we do in Rochester
Looking after everyone
Tell us about dietary needs early and we will help. Some ideas:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Collect dietary needs with the RSVPs
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
We bring everything we need to cook and serve, so you don’t need to find grills or tongs.
For a more filling menu, add pulled pork or brisket.
Before you choose a spot
Planning the cooking spot is the key. Check these:
- A green light from whoever owns the site
- A level spot in the garden, on the patio or drive
- A thought for the wind direction, so smoke drifts away from guests
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- BBQ ribs
- Beef brisket
- Coleslaw
- New potatoes
- Chicken skewers
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Sausages
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Salads
What BBQ catering costs
The price comes down to:
- Plates or china
- The date and time of year
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- Travel to Rochester
Compare like for like: menu, sides, serving time, staff, plates and travel. The cheapest quote isn’t always the best value.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what we will ask:
- The venue or postcode
- Allergies we should know about
- Roughly how many people
- The date and time of the event
Every quote lists the menu, the serving time, staff and plates, so it is easy to compare like for like. Send us your details through our quote form.
Occasions we serve in Rochester
Cooked in front of your guests
People around Rochester book us for small gatherings and big outdoor days alike. Popular choices:
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Reunions and family get-togethers
- School fairs and summer fêtes
- Leaving and retirement parties
For guests coming by train, Rochester has its own station, Rochester station.
Comparing caterers
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
- What the price includes, item by item
- The full menu and the sides
Rochester questions
Can you do a barbecue in Broomhill Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Is Rochester close to London?
Roughly 27 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends and December. Quieter dates can often be booked at shorter notice. Send your date and we’ll check.
How many meats should we choose?
Three or four meats plus the vegetarian and vegan options suits most groups. A shorter menu also speeds up service.
What does the venue need to provide?
A level, open spot outdoors for the grill, with room for a serving table and a way in for our equipment. Let us know about the site and we will confirm what we need.
Can we have a barbecue in winter?
Most barbecues are in summer, but we can cook in any season, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Can you barbecue in bad weather?
We bring cover for the grill, but guests will want shelter too.
Is crockery included?
Plates are included. China is available at an extra cost.
Rochester barbecues: local tips
Rochester is about 27 miles east of London, in Medway. We cover Rochester and its neighbours for events. Rochester is one of 68 towns and villages in Medway where we cater. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
Within reach of Rochester are historic houses such as Restoration House (less than half a mile south-east) and Temple Manor (under half a mile west). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and open cooking early. Clubs and leisure centres near Rochester can host a barbecue if there’s outdoor space.
We cater events across the ME2, ME1, ME3 and ME4 postcode area. That could mean an event in a garden on High Street, Gundolph Square and Station Road, as long as there’s somewhere outside to cook. You’ll find Rochester on the A2 and A226, so it’s easy for us to reach with the equipment. For events just outside Rochester, we cover Strood (1 mile west), Borstal (1 mile south-west), Cuxton (2 miles south-west), Lower Bush (3 miles west) and North Halling (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cater in Gillingham (4 miles east), Chatham (3 miles south-east), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Park Wood (5 miles south-east), Lordswood (4 miles south-east) and Twydall (4 miles east). Rochester is one of the larger places we cover in Medway, with plenty of venues for events.
Well-known places in the area include Huguenot Museum (under half a mile east) and French Hospital (under half a mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
- Local schools include Fort Pitt Grammar School (1 mile south-east) and Temple School (1.2 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include Royal Crown Hotel (less than half a mile east)
- Local facilities include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (under half a mile north) and Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.2 miles east)
Why choose BBQ catering in Rochester?
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. 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.
Why book our barbecue in Rochester
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Served at the time you choose
- A clear quote with everything listed
- Staff to serve, so you don’t have to
Read our pricing or menu ideas for your barbecue.
For event organisers in Rochester
Booking for a club or group? One clear contact makes everything easier, particularly when timings shift.
For events on land you do not own, such as a park or field, you’ll need the landowner’s permission for cooking and vehicles. Get that agreed before booking.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and 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