Bear's Smokehouse BBQ
About
Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ is an award winning wedding caterer based out of Windsor Connecticut, and Asheville, NC. Rated 5 stars by the New York Times. Staffed by friendly and experienced professionals, this catering service offers unique and flavorful culinary experiences. Choose from an expansive menu to find the barbecue dishes that will add a little spice to your wedding cuisine.
Services Offered (Connecticut)
With four locations and a fleet of food trucks, this caterer services events within a 60-mile radius of their locations in New Haven and Windsor. They can travel farther upon request, and do not require a prep kitchen or electricity. Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ accommodates events both large and small, and provides a catering specialist to help plan the big day. While buffets are the standard service option, upgraded levels of service are available. For couples looking for a unique twist on the traditional reception spread, the food trucks make for a great choice. These trucks come fully equipped to provide excellent service and even tastier food.
Services Offered (Asheville, NC)
Located in Downtown Asheville in the South Slope Brewery District, this caterer services events up to 1.5 hr driving distance from the store. For events further away, inquire with their dedicated catering sales team. They can travel farther upon request, and do not require a prep kitchen or electricity. Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ accommodates events both large and small, and provides a catering specialist to help plan the big day. While buffets are the standard service option, upgraded levels of service are available.
Cuisine
Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ serves slow-cooked barbecue dishes from a fully customizable menu. Meat options include classics like pulled pork and brisket, as well as more unusual fare like kielbasa and burnt ends. The mac and cheese and smoked beans make for mouth-watering sides, and vegetarian and vegan options are also available. To complement your experience, catering packages include bar service with local craft beer and wine.
- Veteran-owned
- Woman-owned
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Bear's Smokehouse BBQ frequently asked questions
At Bear's Smokehouse BBQ, what does the full wedding catering service cost include?
- Delivery
- Set Up
- Clean Up
- Server(s)
- Tastings
At Bear's Smokehouse BBQ, what does the bar service starting price include?
- Bartender(s)
- Open Bar
- House Beer
- House Wine
What event services does Bear's Smokehouse BBQ offer for weddings?
- Delivery
- Clean Up
What catering services does Bear's Smokehouse BBQ provide for weddings?
- Buffet
- Cake Cutting
- Cocktail Reception
- Custom Menu
- Dessert
- Family Style
- Hors d'oeuvres
- Lunch
- Outside Cake
- Plated
- Server(s)
- Stations
- Tastings
What types of cuisine can you find at Bear's Smokehouse BBQ?
- American
- BBQ
What dietary needs can be accomodated at Bear's Smokehouse BBQ?
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- No Pork
- Nut Free
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
What type of bar services does Bear's Smokehouse BBQ provide for wedding events?
- Liquor License
- Bartender(s)
- Limited Bar
- Open Bar
- House Beer
- Specialty Beer
- House Wine
- Specialty Wine
- Champagne Toast
- House Liquor
- Premium Liquor
- Signature Drink
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