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Barbecue Catering in Whitechapel, Greater London
Six barbecue meats and proper vegetarian and vegan options, cooked on site in Whitechapel by our chef. We serve and tidy up.
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Book a BBQ in Whitechapel
BBQ catering in Whitechapel, cooked on site
We cook outdoors, under cover, on a spot we agree with you, well clear of walls, marquee sides and trees. Send us a picture of the space and we’ll confirm it. We’re frequently asked to cater community fun days and summer parties in the garden, serving beef brisket, chicken skewers and beef burgers.
Around Whitechapel, most London barbecues are in back gardens, yards, courtyards and car parks. Many terraced houses have no side access, so tell us about a rear gate, a front garden or a yard, and send us a photo. We bring plates as standard, with china available if you’d like it, at an extra cost.
- Location
- Whitechapel (E1, E2, E1W)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- On the menu
- Beef burgers, sausages and chicken skewers
- Also available
- Brisket, pulled pork, halloumi skewers and a vegan option
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Planning the cooking spot
Most outdoor spaces work for a barbecue with a little planning. Check these:
- The venue’s agreement for an outside caterer
- A gazebo, marquee or room indoors as a back-up
- Access through a gate or passage wide enough for our kit
As a London location, Whitechapel is inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and access takes planning: let us know how we reach the cooking spot and where we can park.
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Whitechapel
- Chicken skewers
- Sausages
- BBQ ribs
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- New potatoes
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Beef brisket
- Pulled pork
- Beef burgers
- Coleslaw
- Salads
- Jacket potatoes
Whitechapel barbecues: local tips
Whitechapel is about 2 miles north-east of London, in Greater London. We cover Whitechapel and its neighbours for events. We cater 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
No room at home? A club near Whitechapel with a terrace or field can be a good alternative. For a fundraiser at a school like Canon Barnett Primary School, the barbecue can cook on a spot agreed with the school.
We bring barbecues to events all over the E1, E2 and E1W postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your event is on New Road, Mark Lane and Idol Lane or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the barbecue to you. With the A3 and A10 close by, Whitechapel is simple for us to get to for your event. For events just outside Whitechapel, we cover Spitalfields (1 mile west), Aldgate (1 mile south-west), Bishopsgate (1 mile west), East End of London (1 mile east) and St George in the East (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in City of Westminster (4 miles west), Marylebone (3 miles west), Kensington (6 miles west), Walthamstow (5 miles north), Hampstead (5 miles north-west) and Ruislip (15 miles west). As one of the bigger places in Greater London, Whitechapel has lots of places with room for a barbecue.
Well-known places in the area include Minories (0.5 miles south-west) and The Royal London Hospital (0.5 miles east). Open spaces near Whitechapel include St. James's Park Lake and Lavender Pond.
- Local schools include London Enterprise Academy (less than half a mile south-east) and Makers Academy (under half a mile west)
- Local pubs include The White Hart pub (less than half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (0.5 miles west)
How the day works
A barbecue is cooked as people eat, so we arrive ahead of food time and cook to demand. It means food comes off the grill hot. In Whitechapel, late May sunsets come at about 8:50pm and midsummer ones at about 9:20pm, so an early-evening barbecue is usually in daylight.
- First, you send us 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.
- At serving time, the chef grills and the team serves.
- We pack everything away when everyone has eaten.
Before we arrive
- Include children in your numbers
- Confirm your menu choices in good time
- Keep the grill downwind of the seating
Getting a price
Planning ahead? Popular dates fill up early, especially summer Saturdays and December Fridays. Tell us your date and we’ll check it: use our quote form.
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Perfect for your event in Whitechapel
Proper vegetarian and vegan options
In Whitechapel, we cook barbecues for all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Leaving parties
- Charity fundraisers
- Back-garden get-togethers
- Birthdays and milestone parties
If the day starts at a church like St Mary Matfelon, the barbecue can be ready at a hall or garden close by.
What to look for in a quote
- If the price includes VAT
- The deposit, balance and cancellation terms
- Any travel or access charges
- How they handle allergens and dietary needs
How we price a catered barbecue
The price comes down to:
- The date and time of year
- How many people are eating
- Crockery choices
- Site access
The menu makes a big difference to the price: burgers and sausages cost less than brisket and ribs, so the quote shows each choice. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Roughly how many people
- The date and when you’d like to eat
- Allergies we should know about
- Any venue rules
Getting a quote is simple: date, place, numbers and serving time. We will reply with a clear price and what’s included. Send us your details through our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Salads, coleslaw and potatoes
Choose from salads, coleslaw, new potatoes and jacket potatoes, to suit your event.
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.
Whitechapel questions
Could you cook in Finsbury Circus?
Only if the landowner, generally the council, allows it. Check with them first, and tell us what they say.
Which station is closest to Whitechapel?
The closest is Whitechapel station, roughly 0.5 miles away.
Is crockery included?
We supply plates as standard. You can upgrade to china if you prefer.
What do children generally eat?
Generally, yes: simple food in a roll suits most children. Tell us how many children to expect.
Do you do barbecues out of season?
Summer is the busiest time, but we cook all year, with cover over the grill. Guests will want somewhere dry and warm.
Do you come to Whitechapel?
Yes, Whitechapel is in our area. Tell us the venue or postcode and we’ll confirm availability.
Can you do halal?
We don’t offer halal. Vegetarian and vegan options are available, or halal food can be arranged separately.
How do you handle food safety?
Our chef cooks everything thoroughly, with raw and cooked food kept apart, following Food Standards Agency advice.
Towns and villages near Whitechapel
What else we do in Whitechapel
Organising for someone else?
Planning on behalf of a committee? One clear contact makes everything easier, especially on the day.
If the event is on someone else’s land, the landowner needs to agree to cooking and vehicles. Sort that first.
Why choose BBQ catering in Whitechapel?
Next to a hog roast, a barbecue gives more choice, with beef, chicken and pork rather than one main meat. A hog roast feeds everyone at once and makes a centrepiece, so for bigger events, why not both?. When comparing prices, compare the same things: the menu, sides, service time, staffing, crockery and travel. The cheapest quote is not always the best value.
Why book with us
- Vegetarian and vegan options as standard
- Hot food straight off the grill
- Salads, potatoes and coleslaw to go with it
- Add a hog roast alongside
Read our pricing and BBQ menu ideas.
Planning for dietary needs
Tell us about dietary needs early and we’ll help. Tips:
- Check the allergen information for sauces and marinades
- Tell us how many vegetarians and vegans to expect
- Ask for gluten-free rolls if anyone needs them
- Halal isn’t offered, so arrange it separately if needed
Running late? Let us know, and we will adjust where we can.
Gluten-free rolls are available on request.
- Grilled at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Six barbecue meats to choose from
- Meat-free choices cooked separately
- Staff to serve at the agreed time, then clear away