Serving the Entire Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex

BBQ Catering Near Me

37 years of authentic Texas barbecue catering brought directly to your event across the Dallas–Fort Worth area. We offer full-service catering, delivery catering, private event catering, and to-go catering orders for any occasion. Vaqueros handles every detail so your guests can focus on what matters.

Pitmaster slicing brisket and turkey
Vaqueros Employee serving guest tacos
Photo Of Food Spread During Pitmaster Event

Authentic Texas BBQ Catering, Delivered Your Way

When Vaqueros shows up, your guests know something special is happening. Our Pitmaster brings the block, the smoke, and 37 years of technique directly to your venue. He slices brisket in front of your guests, serves hot sides from cast iron Dutch ovens, and sets the kind of tone that gets talked about for years.

From intimate backyard parties to large-scale corporate events, our BBQ catering near me in the DFW area is built around one thing: an experience your guests will never forget.

Four Ways to Bring Vaqueros to Your Event

BBQ Catering Options

Whether you need a fully staffed pitmaster experience, stress-free barbecue catering delivery, dedicated private event catering, or the convenience of to-go catering orders, our BBQ catering services cover the entire Dallas–Fort Worth area. Weddings, corporate events, private parties, and everything in between.

Full-Service BBQ Catering

Our signature Texas Bar-B-Q experience brought to your private party or corporate event. From the smoke to the service, our crew handles everything. All you do is enjoy it.

  • On-site Pitmaster slicing and serving all meats from the block to your guests’ plates
  • Hot sides served directly from cast iron Dutch ovens atop wood-skirted buffet tables
  • Authentic Western décor to complete the atmosphere
  • Optional: Margarita & Paloma stations, live fire cooking, entertainment & décor packages, bartending

  • Add M Crowd concepts including Mi Cocina’s legendary Mambo Taxi®

Pricing

$2,500 food & beverage minimum. Sunday through Thursday
$3,500 food & beverage minimum. Friday & Saturday
72-hour notice required

BBQ Catering Delivery

Enjoy authentic Texas Bar-B-Q delivered directly to your location. Our buffet-style delivery setup makes hosting effortless. Everything you need arrives ready to serve.

  • Buffet-style setup with disposable trays, plates, and utensils
  • Optional chafing kits to keep food hot throughout your event
  • Add margarita and paloma quarts to complete the experience
  • Delivery rates vary by destination across the DFW metroplex

  • Ask about M Crowd add-ons including aperitivos, Mambo Taxi®, and more

Pricing

$750 food minimum. Monday through Thursday
$1,200 food minimum. Friday through Sunday
24-hour notice required

Private Event BBQ Catering

Host your next private event in our dedicated dining room, surrounded by authentic Texas atmosphere. Our private event experience features picnic-style seating and a full Bar-B-Q spread served fresh on-site. Everything is set up and ready so you can focus on enjoying the occasion with your guests.

  • Dedicated picnic table dining room for an authentic on-premise experience
  • Full Bar-B-Q spread served fresh on-site by our team
  • Optional chafing kits to keep food hot throughout your event
  • Add margarita and paloma quarts to complete the experience
  • Ask about M Crowd add-ons including aperitivos, Mambo Taxi®, and more

To Go BBQ Catering

Built for the office, team meetings, and large group orders, our EZCater menu makes feeding a crowd simple. Order ahead for pickup or delivery with packages designed for convenience, flexibility, and Texas-sized flavor.

  • Up to 15 Individual boxed lunches with choice of smoked meats, sides, and a cookie
  • Family packs and large-format catering for office groups and team events
  • Easy protein and side selections to customize your order for any group
  • Pickup or delivery available across the DFW metroplex
  • Designed for quick ordering, reliable timing, and no on-site setup required

Menu Highlights

Boxed Lunches (1–15 guests)
Family Packs (3–12 guests)
Taco Packs and Corporate Bundles (up to 25 guests)
Sides available in pints, quarts, and gallons

Photo Of Vaqueros Tacos

What We Bring to Your Event

BBQ Catering Menu

Our full catering menu features the same award-winning Texas BBQ we serve in our restaurants, scaled for your event. Every order includes dinner rolls, BBQ sauce, and condiments.

Frequently asked questions

BBQ Catering FAQs

Full-service BBQ catering requires a minimum of 72 hours notice. Delivery catering requires 24 hours notice. For large events, weddings, or peak-season bookings, we strongly recommend reaching out as early as possible to secure your date and coordinate all the details.

We serve the greater Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and surrounding areas. This includes Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Arlington, Irving, Garland, Mesquite, and beyond. Delivery rates vary by destination. Call 214-217-3036 to confirm availability in your area.

Delivery catering starts at a $750 food minimum Monday through Thursday, and $1,200 food minimum Friday through Sunday. Full-service catering starts at $2,500 Sunday through Thursday and $3,500 on Fridays and Saturdays. These minimums cover food and beverage only; add-ons may increase the total.

Yes. Our full-service catering option includes optional bartending, Margarita stations, and Paloma stations. You can also add margarita and paloma quarts to delivery orders. Ask about combining M Crowd concepts including Mi Cocina’s legendary Mambo Taxi® and aperitivos from our sister restaurants.

We cater all types of events in the DFW area, including private parties, corporate events, company picnics, weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, graduation parties, holiday parties, and more. Whether it’s 20 guests or 500, our team scales to fit your event.

Why Vaqueros

The Best BBQ Catering in Dallas–Fort Worth

When you search for BBQ catering near me in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, Vaqueros Texas Bar-B-Q stands apart. We are not a catering company that happens to serve barbecue. We are a Texas BBQ institution with 37 years of pitmaster experience, purpose-built for catering events of every size across the DFW metroplex.

Your wedding deserves food that gets talked about long after the reception ends. Vaqueros brings authentic Texas BBQ catering to weddings across the Dallas–Fort Worth area, with a full-service experience that covers everything from the Pitmaster to the décor. Your guests get brisket sliced fresh from the block, hot sides straight from cast iron Dutch ovens, and a Tex-Mex atmosphere that sets the tone for the whole night. Add a Margarita or Paloma station, or pair your reception with Mi Cocina’s legendary Mambo Taxi for something nobody will forget. Call 214-217-3036 to check availability for your date.

Feed your team the way they deserve. Whether it’s a company picnic, a team lunch, an office celebration, or a client appreciation event, Vaqueros delivers corporate BBQ catering across the DFW metroplex that actually impresses people. Our delivery option makes corporate events effortless. Our full-service catering brings the complete Vaqueros experience to your venue, Pitmaster included. Call 214-217-3036 to get a quote for your event.

Graduation only happens once. Make the party worth celebrating with Texas BBQ catering that feeds a crowd and keeps everyone coming back for more. Vaqueros caters graduation parties of all sizes across Dallas, Fort Worth, and the surrounding area. Our delivery option is perfect for backyard parties. Full-service brings the Pitmaster, the crew, and the whole experience to your venue. Call 214-217-3036 to book your date.

Skip the restaurant reservation and bring the food to the party. Vaqueros birthday party BBQ catering turns any backyard, venue, or event space into a Texas BBQ experience your guests will remember. Choose delivery for a hassle-free buffet setup, or go full-service for a Pitmaster-led event with live fire cooking and optional bar service. We cater birthday parties of all sizes across the DFW area. Call 214-217-3036 to plan your party.

Feeding a large group well is what we do. Vaqueros has catered church events, school functions, neighborhood gatherings, and community festivals across the Dallas–Fort Worth area for over 37 years. Our Pitmaster Platters and Family Packs scale to fit your headcount, and our full-service catering handles the logistics so your volunteers and organizers can focus on the event itself. Call 214-217-3036 to talk through options for your group.
Smoked sausage links served on butcher paper with dipping sauce