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Big Mann BBQ
Big Mann BBQ
Meaty Goodness
Meaty Goodness
Tri tip on the grill
Tri tip on the grill
Garden salad
Garden salad
Slices of brisket
Slices of brisket
Sweet mesquite chicken
Sweet mesquite chicken
Caprese salad on a stick
Caprese salad on a stick
Hors d'oeuvres
Hors d'oeuvres
Racks of Ribs
Racks of Ribs
Service
Service
Garlic Bread Step 2
Garlic Bread Step 2
Service with a smile!
Service with a smile!
Lamb Chops
Lamb Chops
Big Mann at the BBQ
Big Mann at the BBQ
That looks pretty tasty!
That looks pretty tasty!
Fruit Skewers
Fruit Skewers
Assorted Minis
Assorted Minis
Appetizers on display
Appetizers on display
Vegetable Cups
Vegetable Cups
Serving over Malibu
Serving over Malibu
Whole Pig!
Whole Pig!
Good Things a comin!
Good Things a comin!
Perfect Brisket
Perfect Brisket
Fruit and Vegetable platter
Fruit and Vegetable platter
Ready to serve
Ready to serve
Smoked Turkey
Smoked Turkey
Barbecuing on site
Barbecuing on site
Slow smoked twins!
Slow smoked twins!
Grill man hard at it!
Grill man hard at it!
Last minute Prep
Last minute Prep
Wood fired pizza
Wood fired pizza
Finishing up before Service
Finishing up before Service
Service
Service
Rib Plate
Rib Plate
Tri Tip
Tri Tip

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About

On WeddingWire since 2021

Based out of Ventura, California, Big Mann BBQ is a wedding catering company. Specializing in barbecue, this business has more than 25 years of experience. The owner has been cooking for people since their time in college, and their passion for the work has only grown. They love being able to give people a meal they'll remember fondly for years to come. They and their team are honored to take part in such a special event.

Cuisine

Big Mann BBQ uses the freshest ingredients available, and sources as much produce from local farms as possible. A full-service catering company, they offer appetizers, entrees, side dishes, desserts, and bread. Some of these dishes include Thai chicken skewers, beef brisket, roasted summer vegetables, and apple crisp. Homemade cornbread is also on offer. The team at this company is available to take care of delivery, setup, and cleanup. Servers can also remain on hand to help the meal run smoothly and cut the cake.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$40

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$40

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$40

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeuvres?

$20

Which of the following are included in the cost of your full service wedding catering?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$10

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What event services do you provide?

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up

What catering services do you provide?

Breakfast / Brunch
Buffet
Cake Cutting
Cocktail Reception
Custom Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
BBQ
Local

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
Halal
Kosher
Nut Free
Organic
Vegan
Vegetarian

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Open Bar
Champagne Toast
Signature Drink

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
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Reviews of Big Mann BBQ

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3.7 out of 5 rating
3.7 out of 5 rating
3 reviews
73% recommend it
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Amy Sent on 05/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Great Food!

It was a true pleasure working with Big Mann BBQ. He was so kind and worked in our budget. His staff were the kindest folks I've ever worked with too!
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Edward M. Sent on 06/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond

WOW! to start, he had a wide variety of options to choose from and had most of them at the tasting. They were all delicious!

secondly, extremely flexible during the several date changes during the Chinese Virus BS and was accommodating when we asked to add a couple other appetizers

fantastic job of providing all those things that are easily forgotten during a big event, he brought all the things from serviceware to linens, coffee, lemonades and water. items for the bartender, cake cutting utensils, he had it all. Service was on time, courteous and professional,he served the champagne and wedding cake and even provided clean up. The food was tasty and plentiful, exactly as advertised

I wouldn't have changed a single thing

Megan
Megan S. Sent on 06/18/2024
1 out of 5 rating

Bait and Switch

My husband and I were married September 2022 and we're still disappointed in the service. After many, many conversations going over what we thought was our dream catering, paying deposits, and setting menus, the actual catering fell incredibly short. The caterer was late by almost two hours, delaying our timeline dramatically and causing us to switch around parts.

He did not plan appropriately for feeding all of our guests we had paid for, and the quality wasn't great. There wasn't enough food for our vegan and vegetarian guests that I had given a clear headcount for. Portions were tiny and we felt lied to from what was promised. My husband and I and our families were literally served raw chicken. We didn't get to eat on our wedding day. My family ended up grabbing lunch leftovers from our getting ready food.

Caterer refused to meet us during the event. He took off early and didn't do any clean up or bussing as agreed. My coordinator stayed way later to bus and clean up! Caterer was extremely rude to my coordinator and other venue staff. After discussing everything afterwards, caterer was rude and has zero empathy or apologies. We were not refunded anything.

If you want good food, good protions, kind service, and honesty, don't use Big Mann BBQ.
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Roger Mann
Roger Mann
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Alicia Gil
Alicia Gil
Event Manager

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