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Stephen DiCicco
Stephen DiCicco
Chef/Owner

13 years in business

We speak English and Spanish

50 team members

Based out of Alexandria, Virginia, Old Blue BBQ brings Smoke, Spice, and Southern Hospitality to your wedding! Whether you envision a rustic, casual celebration or an elegant affair with a twist, our BBQ catering adapts to your style. We pride ourselves on using the highest quality ingredients, smoked low and slow to perfection, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. From melt-in-your-mouth brisket and succulent pulled pork to savory sides that brings a unique and unforgettable experience to your special day.

Services Offered

  • Set up & Tear Down
  • Rentals - Chairs, Tables, Linens, China, Flatware and Glassware
  • Hors D'oeuvres
  • Bar Options: Beer/Wine, Beer/Wine/Speciality Cocktails, Full Bar
    • You provide the alcohol, we provide the mixers!
  • Buffet or Family Style Dinner Service
  • Delicious Desserts
  • N/A Tea, Lemonade and Water
  • Farmhouse Decor for Catering Tables
  • Centerpiece Decor - Hurricanes, Bud Vases, Signage, Tea Lights, Candles, Votives


Old Blue BBQ will plan, coordinate, deliver, set up and clean up for your wedding. Old Blue BBQ is capable of catering to specific food restrictions such as gluten-free, lactose-free, no pork, nut-free and organic. They will ensure a unique BBQ experience with their presentation and specially prepared foods.

Pricing information

$100 starting price
$150
Average price

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FAQ

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

$50

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?

$15

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

Delivery
Set Up
Clean Up
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Cocktail Reception
Server(s)
Tastings
Chairs
Tables
China
Linens
Flatware
Glassware

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

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

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar
Open Bar
House Beer
Specialty Beer
House Wine
Specialty Wine
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

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
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What types of cuisine do you cater?

American
BBQ
German
Italian
Latin American
Local
Mexican
Seafood
Southern

What dietary needs can you accommodate?

Gluten Free
Lactose Free
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?

Chairs
Tables

Which of the following items can you provide?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

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Reviews of Old Blue BBQ

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Old Blue BBQ received exceptional reviews for catering weddings, with multiple reviewers praising their delicious food, professional service, and attention to detail. Clients commended Kari, Anna, and the team for being responsive and accommodating, ensuring a flawless wedding experience. From the mouthwatering menu options accommodating various dietary needs to the helpful staff and free Brideshare decor program, Old Blue BBQ impressed with their attentive service, making them a highly recommended choice for weddings and other special events.

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Old Blue BBQ received exceptional reviews for catering weddings, with multiple reviewers praising their delicious food, professional service, and attention to detail. Clients commended Kari, Anna, and the team for being responsive and accommodating, ensuring a flawless wedding experience. From the mouthwatering menu options accommodating various dietary needs to the helpful staff and free Brideshare decor program, Old Blue BBQ impressed with their attentive service, making them a highly recommended choice for weddings and other special events.

Madinah
Madinah Sent on 02/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The best for brides on a budget!

Old Blue BBQ is who my husband and I went with to cater our wedding, and it was one of our best decisions we made. Not only was the food amazing, they have a bridal design share with thousands of items to help you curate the style you want for your perfect wedding. From linens, to candles, to baskets and hurricanes. This is especially awesome for couples that are DIY-ing a lot of their wedding designs! Kari and Anna were amazing. they were responsive, friendly, and listened to our vision. The outcome: FLAWLESS. Everyone raved about the food and how beautiful our set up was. There team was also so welcoming and warm on the day of the wedding where nerves are high, and you just don’t want to worry anymore. Also Stephen is a phenomenal chef, they had a lot to choose from on their menu, and we curated it perfectly so that everyone was satisfied (vegans and folks that don’t eat pork!). The attention to details was outstanding- if I could do it all over again I’d hire them in a heartbeat. PS- we wanted left overs, but all they had left was some of the chicken because the food was so good our guests kept going back for more. Thank you Old Blue for making our wedding dreams a reality :)
Sharri
Sharri Sent on 12/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Not your average BBQ!!!

We absolutely love working with Old Blue and Kari in Alexandria. We first met this team when our son and his wife hired them for our wedding. We have recently formed a working relationship with Kari and her staff at our event space Hilltop Farm in Centreville. Old Blue is not your traditional run of the mill BBQ place. This catering service is a game changer for anyone who loves BBQ but wants a touch of sophistication. Every attention to detail is met and as a venue owner, we can rest assured that our space is taken care of and our guests don't leave hungry. Highly recommend. We will be using Kari and her staff for years to come.
Sharri Dean
Hilltop Farm


Krista
Krista Sent on 12/06/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Old Blue BBQ - A Wedding Must Have!

Old Blue catered my flower farm wedding! My guests still rave about the delicious buffet and generous bar service! The servers went between two different barns serving hors d’oeuvres during cocktail hour! Many guests commented that it was the best brisket they had ever had! Old Blue also provided tables, linens, and tableware! They helped with decorations and even made my wedding simple! Old blue was absolutely the perfect choice!
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Team

Stephen DiCicco
Stephen DiCicco
Chef/Owner
Carol Hernandez
Carol Hernandez
General Manager
Anna McQuaid
Anna McQuaid
Event Manager

Professional Network & Endorsements

Amelia Lawrence Weddings Amelia Lawrence Weddings Wedding Planners

From the moment I began working with Shannon of Old Blue BBQ I knew the rest of our coordinating together was going to be great! Shannon was amazing and completely on top of everything. Every time I needed to contact her or coordinate with her regarding the venue, menu, floor plan, etc. she was always responsive and super helpful. On the wedding day she managed her team perfectly ensuring that every aspect was completed from setup to service to tear down. Shannon and her team were stupendous!!! The food was equally amazing and this BBQ will not disappoint but leave you wanting more! Delicious! So good I plan to order some for my July 4th gathering. Thank you Shannon and the rest of your team!

Emily Katherine Events Emily Katherine Events Wedding Planners

Old Blue BBQ is FANTASTIC to work with! Kelly worked with me in advance to plan the perfect timeline and floor plan, and the Old Blue staff were simply amazing day of. They had everything under the tent under control, setting up tables, chairs, and centerpieces. They really made my job as a coordinator so much easier by having everything under control. It helps that their food is delicious too! I would love to work with Old Blue BBQ again.

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Old Blue BBQ frequently asked questions

At Old Blue BBQ, the cost of the full wedding catering service includes:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Server(s)
  • Tastings
  • Chairs
  • Tables
  • China
  • Linens
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
The bar service starting price at Old Blue BBQ includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • House Beer
  • Specialty Beer
  • House Wine
  • Specialty Wine
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
Old Blue BBQ offers the following event services for weddings:
  • Delivery
  • Set Up
  • Clean Up
Old Blue BBQ offers the following catering services for weddings:
  • Breakfast / Brunch
  • Buffet
  • Cake Cutting
  • Cocktail Reception
  • Custom Menu
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Server(s)
  • Stations
  • Tastings
At Old Blue BBQ, you can find the following types of cuisine:
  • American
  • BBQ
  • German
  • Italian
  • Latin American
  • Local
  • Mexican
  • Seafood
  • Southern
At Old Blue BBQ, the following dietary needs can be accomodated:
  • Gluten Free
  • Lactose Free
  • Nut Free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
Old Blue BBQ provides the following bar and beverage services for wedding events:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Open Bar
  • Champagne Toast
  • Signature Drink
To cater to all tastes, Old Blue BBQ offers the following food and beverage items:
  • Barware
  • China
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
Old Blue BBQ is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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