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Sizzle into your next event with Bristol’s finest BBQ catering for hire! Discover 27 hand-picked suppliers offering everything from authentic American BBQ and gourmet grills to vibrant vegetarian options and hog roasts. Perfect for garden parties, corporate picnics at Ashton Court Estate, or relaxed wedding receptions near the Harbourside, our Poptop pros bring incredible flavour. Dive in and find your perfect pitmaster!
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Butchers' burgers and homemade posh kebabs served straight from the charcoal grill to your plate with a homemade dessert selection to create a fun and relaxed two-course dining experience.
If you are looking for a fantastic, homemade BBQ don't look any further. Most of our meats are slow-cooked and full of flavour. We can also control any allergens and dietary requirements.
Wow your guests with alfresco at its best! Relaxing summer dining in the Cotswolds cooked and served by our friendly staff.
For this chef, the BBQ is his happy place. Being brought up in Cyprus he’s very much at home with working with fire. This surf and turf BBQ menu will wow your guests.
Our of Products comes from a Premium Quality also Homemade. We offer homemade Canopies also Quality Sausages, Beef Smashed Burgers, Venison burgers, Chicken Breast Siracha, Falafel Burger
Savour the flavour! We bring slow-smoked BBQ perfection to your event. Quality meats, unique recipes, and seamless service. Taste the difference!
We offer an eclectic range of global dishes which celebrate our favourite flavours and BBQ styles from around the world.
We are offering delicious charcoal BBQ options cooked to perfection in your own place. We only use premium meats from small high-quality local butchers and locally produced vegetables.
Offering a mouth watering classic BBQ menu to tempt and tantalise your taste buds and impress your guests!
A barbecue for the hungry "foodies". Slow-cooked pork ribs from the belly and prime beef burgers with a twist! Delicious salads and scrumptious desserts.
This is a BBQ for "Foodies" using amazing of meat and fish. Mediterranean Ottolenghi style salads, marinated meats, fish, vegetables and great desserts.
For your next summertime celebration, this relaxed and informal catering solution is the perfect option!
We believe our staff is the secret ingredient to exceeding your expectations by asking the right questions and knowing the right answers.
We offer this great bbq service making your event the talk of the town, your guests will enjoy every mouth-watering dish.
Let us take care of the cooking while you enjoy the company of your guests. With BBQ Grill Zone, your event will be filled with warmth, great food, and unforgettable moments
Enjoy a hassle-free BBQ with friends as your private chef prepares, grills, and serves the full BBQ menu—relaxed, delicious, and perfectly taken care of from start to finish.
For your next BBQ event, using the freshest top-quality ingredients our fusion BBQ menu will leave you and your guests wanting more. We cater for all dietary requirements.
With award-winning suppliers and local ingredients, we create delicious & colourful food for all occasions. This summery BBQ menu is perfect for large gatherings with friends. Served as a buffet table, this menu is designed to encourage interaction and mingling, perfect for large groups for all occasions.
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If you are planning BBQ Catering in Bristol, you are probably juggling two priorities. First, you want food that tastes amazing and feels right for the city. Second, you want a plan that is kind to your schedule and your budget. We have cooked across harbourside terraces, in garden patios, on permitted park spots and on marquee lawns during festival season. This guide shares what we have learned in the city, from menu themes that suit Bristol tastes to simple logistics that keep the day calm. If you are leaning into local and sustainable produce, veggie-first menus, creative salads and homemade sauces, you are in the right place.
Our aim is straightforward. We help you choose a style that fits your event, a service format that keeps queues short, and a layout that works in real Bristol spaces where wind, neighbours and access all matter. By the end, you will know what BBQ Catering in Bristol costs, how to brief your caterer and how to build a menu that keeps everyone happy without sending costs sky high.
You will find this useful if any of these are on your calendar.
Bristol crowds love food with character and conscience. Live-fire cooking delivers both. Smoke and flame give theatre without fuss, and a good BBQ menu shows off local produce beautifully. The same grill that kisses a marinated courgette can finish a line-caught fillet or sear a plant-based shawarma, so mixed groups eat together with no drama. That flexibility is perfect for wedding evenings, birthday groups and festival-season parties that move in waves rather than sitting for a long dinner.
BBQ also works well in the city’s varied spaces. A compact station can feed a family crowd on a garden patio. A double set-up on a lawn keeps a wedding reception moving. On the harbourside, we design for breeze and keep smoke in check with smart marinades and drip control. The result is flavour forward food and smooth service.
Waterfront settings are crowd-pleasers. They need a tidy footprint, wind-aware grill placement and a service line that does not block walkways. We confirm access routes, load-in times and any rules on fuel. Weighted canopies make shelter simple when a breeze picks up.
Ideal for birthday picnics and family celebrations. We protect lawns and stonework with mats, keep kit compact and set up waste and recycling so you are not tidying at midnight. Box service works well here, since guests can eat standing with a drink in hand.
A brilliant option for relaxed summer parties. We help you shape a small-footprint set-up that respects the space and uses compostable service ware where possible. Menus favour skewers, buns and bowls that travel a few steps from the grill to a blanket without losing their shape.
Perfect for eco-minded weddings and festival season events. There is room for live stations, long tables and generous salad spreads. We map the floor plan early so service does not clash with speeches or the band, and we add a second station for larger guest counts to halve queue time.
Bristol cares where food comes from. We lean into local produce, seasonal veg and sensible sourcing. Shorter supply chains mean better flavour and a lighter footprint. Think herb-fed chicken finished hot on the grill, veg that loves flame and breads from nearby bakeries. Keep packaging simple and recycling clear, and your guests will notice.
Plant-led menus are a natural fit in Bristol. We build mains with real substance so vegetarians and vegans feel fully catered for. Grilled mushroom shawarma with tahini and herbs. Harissa cauliflower with toasted seeds. Coal-baked sweet potatoes with lime yoghurt or a dairy-free alternative. Charred corn with chilli salt. Put these at the front of the line, not the back, and mixed groups will be satisfied.
Sides should pull their weight. We make big salads that stay perky over a service window. Heritage tomatoes when the season allows. Green beans with lemon dressing. New potatoes smoked then tossed with chives. Slaws built for bite: apple and cabbage with seeds, carrot and fennel with citrus. Keep one side dairy free and one gluten free by default so choices are easy.
Sauces are your signature. We favour punchy, fresh options that play well with smoke. Chimichurri with herb bite. Garlic yoghurt with lemon, or a dairy-free riff with tahini. Green chilli sauce for heat, then a mellow smoky BBQ for guests who like comfort. A small sauce station brings theatre without slowing service.
A realistic range for food is 18 to 40 pounds per person. That usually covers menu planning, local and seasonal ingredients where possible, on-site cooking, a compact team and standard service ware. Prices move higher if you add canapés, premium cuts or late finishes. They move lower when guest numbers scale well and the menu stays focused.
Factors to consider
If you also need bar service, furniture or entertainment, we can build those into one plan so your run sheet stays tidy and your budget stays clear.
Use these as starting points. We will tailor to your tastes, your space and your guest list.
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Keep the drinks list refreshing and simple. Crisp lagers and pale ales balance richer meats. Light whites and bright rosés flatter fish and salads. Alcohol free choices matter at daytime events. For warm afternoons, spritz styles and highballs feel right, and iced tea or homemade lemonade always land well with families.
Bristol events bring mixed crowds and that is something to celebrate. Build inclusivity from the start so nobody has to ask for a special plate.
Small choices add up to a lighter footprint.
Poptop is not just a party planning marketplace. It is the most reliable and straightforward way to organise an unforgettable event, with calm planning and support from first message to final bin bag. Here is what that looks like when you book with us.
Enjoy a truly friendly attitude You get hosts as well as cooks. Our suppliers bring warm, engaging service and make your guests feel welcome from the first canapé to the last plate.
Plan your party in minutes, not days We show instant, all-inclusive pricing so you can decide quickly. No waiting for quotes, no back and forth that drags on.
Get an event that is uniquely yours Your vision leads the plan. We tailor menus for dietary needs and taste, from veggie-first line-ups to extra spice on the sauce bar. It feels personal without adding stress.
Relax and plan without the anxiety We keep communication clear. You know what is happening and when, which removes guesswork and lets you enjoy the countdown.
Find what you need effortlessly Share your date, headcount and postcode, then browse matched BBQ Catering in Bristol that is ready to book. You do not need to be an events expert to get a strong result.
Discover everything in one convenient place Food, entertainment and photography can sit in one plan. Fewer moving parts, clear timelines and a calmer host.
Host a party that will be remembered We specialise in touches that stand out. Live-fire theatre, bright salads and homemade sauces help your event feel fresh and memorable.
Book with confidence and complete security Our suppliers are vetted and we stand behind every booking. If anything unexpected happens, we move fast to find a suitable alternative. With a money-back guarantee in place, your booking is protected.
A brilliant BBQ in Bristol is a mix of flavour, flow and good sense. Choose a theme that suits your guests, set a layout that fits your space and plan a simple weather back-up. Keep the menu inclusive by default, keep communication clear and keep service moving. Do that and your event will feel effortless for you and unforgettable for your crowd.
Share your date, guest count and postcode. We will match you with Bristol BBQ caterers in minutes, complete with instant prices and clear choices. We will help you fine tune the menu, confirm the schedule and keep you updated at every step. Let us fire up the grills while you enjoy the party.