Premium BBQ Catering in Tel Aviv: What to Expect From an On-Site Grill

TL;DR
Premium BBQ catering in Tel Aviv means a full grill crew comes to your venue, cooks premium cuts over live fire in front of your guests, and handles setup, service, and cleanup. Expect ₪260 per guest all-inclusive, a ₪6,000 event minimum, and kosher available on request.
What is premium BBQ catering, exactly?
Premium BBQ catering means the kitchen comes to you. Instead of trays prepared off-site and reheated, a grill crew arrives at your venue, sets up a full open-flame station, and cooks everything live — in front of your guests. The crew shows up about 90 minutes early, fires the coals, and plates each cut hot off the grill.
The difference shows up on the plate. Meat that goes from fire to fork in minutes simply tastes better than anything that has sat in a warming tray. It also turns the food into part of the event — the fire, the aromas, and the sizzle become the centerpiece, not an afterthought.
How is on-site BBQ different from traditional catering?
Traditional catering optimizes for logistics: cook in a central kitchen, transport, reheat, serve. It is efficient, but the food peaks hours before anyone eats it. On-site BBQ optimizes for the moment — cooking happens where the guests are, so freshness and atmosphere are built in.
There is also a social dimension. A live grill draws people in; guests gather around it, talk, and watch their food being made. For birthdays, engagements, offsites, and family dinners, that energy is often the thing people remember — and the reason they ask for the number afterward.
What does premium BBQ catering cost in Tel Aviv?
Pricing is a flat, all-inclusive ₪260 per guest (cuts, sides, drinks, setup, service and cleanup), with a ₪6,000 event minimum. There's no volume discount — the bigger the event, the more that minimum spreads out. You can see a live estimate for your own headcount and menu using the event builder on the homepage.
A premium package is full-service: portable grills, prep stations, premium cuts, salads, fresh breads, house sauces, serving boards and dishware, live cooking, and complete cleanup. The goal is simple — you host, and you do not lift a tong.
Is on-site BBQ catering kosher?
Yes — kosher is available on request. RBBQ works with kosher-certified butchers and can arrange a mashgiach on-site for your event when you need one. Kashrut in Israel is overseen by the Chief Rabbinate and independent Badatz authorities, so it is worth confirming the exact certification level your event requires up front.
Tell us your kashrut requirement when you build your menu and we will arrange the sourcing and supervision to match it. We never assume kosher status — every requirement is confirmed, not guessed.
Where can an on-site BBQ happen?
Almost anywhere with airflow. Rooftops, gardens, terraces, office courtyards, beach houses, and event studios across Tel Aviv and Gush Dan all work. The grill arrives on its own standalone cart — never on your table — and smoke management is handled by the crew, so the setup stays clean and the venue stays happy.
If you are not sure whether your space works, the simplest path is to ask: send the venue and the date, and we will tell you exactly what is possible.
Frequently asked
What is the minimum number of guests?
Twenty. The per-guest rate improves as the group grows, so larger events get better pricing automatically.
What is included in a premium BBQ package?
Portable grills, prep stations, premium cuts, salads, fresh breads, house sauces, serving boards and dishware, live on-site cooking, and full cleanup. Setup begins about 90 minutes before guests arrive.
Can you cater a kosher event?
Yes — kosher is available on request, with kosher-certified butchers and a mashgiach on-site when required. Share your exact kashrut requirement when you build your menu.
Where can you set up the grill?
Rooftops, gardens, terraces, offices, beach houses, and event studios — anywhere with airflow. The grill sits on its own cart and the crew manages smoke.
How far in advance should I book?
Popular dates fill up, especially around holidays and weekends, so earlier is better. Send your date and we will confirm availability and a fixed quote quickly.
