BBQ Catering in Texas

14 BBQ caterers and smokehouses in 12 cities and towns. Barbecue caterers and smokehouses: brisket, pulled pork, ribs and chicken by the pound or per guest, with sides. People usually book 1–3 months ahead.

How Many BBQ Caterers and Smokehouses Are in Texas?

We list 14 BBQ caterers and smokehouses in Texas, across 12 cities and towns; the most are in Amarillo (2), Floresville (2), Austin (1). People usually book BBQ caterers and smokehouses 1–3 months ahead. Ask each for a written quote with every fee included and compare the totals.

Updated November 5, 2026 · Source: OpenStreetMap (refreshed November 5, 2026).

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Before You Book

What is the price per guest, and what exactly does it include?
Can you send a sample invoice for our guest count with every fee, tax and service charge?
Do you hold a food permit or license and liability insurance? Can our venue get a certificate of insurance?
How do you handle allergies and vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal or kosher meals?
When is the final headcount due, and can it change after that?

A common planning rule is about 1/3 to 1/2 pound of cooked meat per adult when it is the main dish.
Brisket loses roughly half its weight in cooking; ask whether prices are for raw or cooked weight.
Pulled pork and chicken stretch a budget further than brisket or ribs.