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BBQ Catering in Smithfield
A catered barbecue for events around Smithfield: burgers, ribs and brisket with salads and potatoes, served by our staff.
- Relaxed weddings and evening receptions
- Club open days
- 18th, 21st, 40th and 50th birthdays
A barbecue near Smithfield
FAQs for Smithfield
Can you do a barbecue in Postman's Park?
Only if the landowner, normally the council, allows it. Ask them first.
Which station is closest to Smithfield?
Farringdon station, in Smithfield itself.
Can you serve the barbecue on plates?
Yes. Plates come as standard, with sides such as salads and potatoes.
What if it rains?
The barbecue cooks under cover, so a shower doesn’t stop it. Have a gazebo, marquee or room indoors for eating.
Can you cater in Smithfield?
Yes, Smithfield is in our area. Send us the address and we will confirm availability.
Do you bring plates and clear up?
Plates come as standard and our staff clear the serving area.
How soon do barbecue dates go?
The earlier the better for summer weekends. Weekday and off-season dates are often easier. Use our quote form.
Is BBQ catering only for summer?
We cook under cover, so the season doesn’t stop us. Out of season, think about lighting and shelter for guests.
About our BBQ catering in Smithfield
In Smithfield, a barbecue is a favourite for relaxed events: familiar food, lots of choice and no formality. With us cooking, nobody you know spends the afternoon at the grill. Whether it’s garden parties and community fun days, we can cook sausages, halloumi skewers and chicken skewers.
In Smithfield, the barbecue might go in a garden, a school playground or a works yard. Tell us how we get the equipment in, including steps, narrow gates and parking for our vehicle. Tell us about dietary needs and allergies when you enquire, and we’ll tell you exactly what’s in each dish before you book.
- Where
- Smithfield (EC1V, EC1P, EC1R)
- Region
- Greater London
- Menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Alongside
- Pulled pork, beef brisket, vegetarian and vegan options
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
A catered barbecue compared with other options
Compared with food vans, one catered barbecue keeps everyone eating together, on a menu you’ve agreed in advance. The price depends on numbers, the menu and how long we serve, along with distance and how easy the site is. There’s no one-size price, so we quote each one individually.
Why us?
- Pair it with a hog roast if you like
- No surprises: everything in writing
- Cooked on site by our chef
- Meat-free choices on every menu
Take a look at how we price and menu ideas for your barbecue.
What BBQ catering costs
We work out each quote from:
- Whether you want china
- How easy it is to reach the spot
- The journey to the venue
- How many people are eating
Distance is part of the price: travel is included in your quote. Give us the address so the quote is accurate.
What to tell us
To check availability and the cooking area, we will need:
- Any dietary needs or allergies
- Rules from the venue or landowner
- The date and time of the event
- Rough numbers
Not sure how many to cater for? A rough figure is fine for a first quote, then confirm closer to the date. Fill in our quote form.
What we serve, dish by dish
Pulled pork
Pulled pork is ready to serve from the start of service, which keeps the queue moving.
BBQ ribs
For guests who love barbecue, the ribs are frequently the highlight.
Planning the cooking spot
Most gardens, yards, car parks and fields can take a barbecue if a few things are right. A quick checklist:
- Somewhere the smoke can drift away from open windows
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Space for the barbecue and a serving table
Smithfield is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access can be tight: tell us about side or rear access, steps and parking for our vehicle.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise.
What we serve
- Chicken skewers
- Beef brisket
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Jacket potatoes
- Salads
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Sausages
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- BBQ ribs
- Pulled pork
Why choose BBQ catering in Smithfield?
Burgers, sausages, chicken, ribs, pulled pork and brisket
In Smithfield, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Family celebrations
- Summer parties in the garden
- Street parties
- Community fun days
After a christening at a church such as St Bartholomew-the-Less or St Mary-at-Hill, a barbecue at home or a hall nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Questions to ask before you book
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
- How dietary needs are handled
- Whether plates or china are included
For event organisers in Smithfield
Booking for a club or group? A single point of contact keeps things simple, especially on the day.
If you are organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a fête committee, let us know who we’ll deal with on the day. We’ll keep everyone in the loop.
Smithfield barbecues: local tips
Smithfield is about 1 mile north of London, in Greater London. Events in Smithfield are part of our patch. We cater all 764 towns and villages in Greater London.
Summer fairs and sports days, for a school such as Charterhouse Square School, often want a barbecue. Parks such as Postman's Park frequently have rules on barbecues, so check with the council or landowner first.
We cover events in every part of EC1V, EC1P and EC1R and the streets around it. Whether your event is on Oat Lane, Shoe Lane and Long Lane or a nearby road, we will bring the barbecue to you. Being close to the A1 and A4, Smithfield is easy for us to reach with the barbecue. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Farringdon (1 mile north), Blackfriars (1 mile south), Holborn (1 mile west), Temple Bar (1 mile south-west) and Clerkenwell (1 mile north). Further out, we also cater in Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (14 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (4 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Postal Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Finsbury Health Centre (0.5 miles north-west). Within reach you will find Ludgate Hill and St. James's Park Lake.
- Nearby schools include St Alban's Church of England Primary School (less than half a mile west) and London Nautical School (0.9 miles south)
- Local pubs include Oriole pub (under half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Barts Health Archives (less than half a mile south-east) and County of London (0.5 miles south-east)
Diets, allergies and alternatives
We give full allergen information for every dish. To make the most of it:
- Ask which items contain gluten
- Ask about allergens in glazes and sauces
- Request gluten-free rolls
- Give us numbers for the meat-free options
Pulled pork and brisket are ready from the moment service begins, which takes the pressure off the grill.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
Also near Smithfield
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What happens on the day
Most barbecue food is cooked through service, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. A summer barbecue in Smithfield stays light until about 9:20pm at midsummer, so an evening barbecue can run late in daylight. In late September, it is dark by about 7:05pm.
- You tell us the date, the address, rough numbers and when you’d like to eat.
- We check availability and the space for the barbecue and send a clear quote.
- On the day, we set up on the agreed spot and get the grill hot.
- We cook and serve when you are ready to eat.
- We clear the serving area and pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Plan lighting if the barbecue runs into the evening
- Send final numbers in good time
- Let us know about tight access
Get a quote
We price every booking individually, based on numbers, menu, timings and distance. Tell us about your event for a quote: send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
- Our chef at the grill, so you don’t have to be
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Something for everyone, including vegetarians and vegans
- Served when you’re ready, and we tidy the serving area afterwards