Open Fire Co

Catering services pricing

Food starts at $120 per person.

Minimum spend

$7,500 total

About Open Fire Co

Open Fire Co

Culinary Director

Open Fire Co is a purveyor of live fire cooking with an emphasis on suspension and hanging BBQ. We specialize in outdoor events that bring in the guest to a magically primitive world where all food is cooked with coals, fire and ash without the use of electricity. We have experience in adventurous weddings, corporate events, food festivals, birthday gatherings, bachelor/bachelorette functions, and restaurant pop-ups and collaborations. No matter the occasion or weather, we can adapt.

We not only cook the food on site in front of you and your guests, but we make the process into an interactive art exhibit. We encourage folks to be a part of the meal, walk around the fire cage, and speak to the chefs about how the food is displayed and prepared. When we do an event, we approach it as a performance that takes into account not just the client’s food preferences, but we consider the venue as a stage for culinary theater. Each event is a unique experience and we view our client relationship as a collaboration.

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Services

Dietary accommodations

  • Dairy-free
  • Gluten-free
  • Nut-free
  • Organic
  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian

Meal types

  • Buffet
  • Dessert service
  • Family-style meal
  • Passed appetizers
  • Seated meal

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

4 reviews

  • JB

    Jennifer B.

    Rating: 5
    •Feb 3, 2025

    Very Happy Customer!

    Open Fire Co. was exceptional from start to finish. Their communication throughout the planning process was punctual and responsive, and Mark sought out the best ingredients to fulfill our wishes. The quality of their work and dedication to our event was truly impressive - they spent hours meticulously crafting the open fire pit, which created a warm and transformative environment for my husband's birthday party. The delicious offerings provided throughout the party were hit after hit! It was a memorable experience that our guests raved about months after the party. I highly recommend Open Fire Co. to anyone looking for a unique and memorable culinary experience.

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    Mike

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 29, 2025

    Wedding

    Open Fire Co. was an exceptional wedding caterer that exceeded our expectations in every way. Their communication throughout the planning process was excellent - they were visionary in their menu planning and accommodating to all of our requests. The quality of their work was truly memorable, creating a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience for our guests. Even years later, people are still raving about the incredible food and the unique dining experience Open Fire Co. provided on our special day. We could not have asked for a better catering partner to help make our wedding so incredible.

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    Greg

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 29, 2025

    An Experience they won't stop talking about.

    I could not compliment Mark and his team more than we already have! But here we go. We had Open Fire Co. cater a party for us. The communication for both planning and executing the event was on another level. Menu planning was A TON of fun. And our small part of the setup and breakdown could not have been easier. All we had to do was answer the phone and they did the rest. When it came to the actual party, just like the title, people can't stop talking about it. I can't remember a time when that many people were all engaged. Aside from the occasional person taking a photo of the setup NO ONE WAS ON THEIR PHONES. This was something Mark said would happen but I thought "no way". We have some friends that can't be separated from their devices. Everyone was present. The Food was phenomenal. It was a combination of theater and cooking. And everyone paid attention and ate until they were stuffed. The Salmon, Chicken, Empanadas, etc... All of the things were perfectly cooked and delicious. Again, I can not recommend Open Fire Co enough. This is a for sure home run with any crowd. Thank you Mark and Friends for an unforgettable experience.

  • CB

    Chip B.

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 29, 2025

    EPIC CULINARY EXPERIENCE

    Open Fire Co. was a fantastic choice for our wedding catering. They were great communicators throughout the entire planning process, ensuring we were comfortable and informed every step of the way. The quality, uniqueness, and curation of their food was truly exceptional - our 60 close friends and family could not stop raving about the incredible culinary experience. If you're looking for a truly unique food and fire experience for your wedding, I cannot recommend Open Fire Co. enough.

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We home base in New Orleans but love to travel. Our style of cooking is easily translatable to all types of environments. If you are interesting in us catering your destination wedding we would love to discuss details.
Definitely. We always make sure there are fire-kissed options for every guest.
Our general minimum for events is $4500.
Yes. We have cooked in cement courtyards (we have metal risers the fire goes on); and on the side of cliffs (we pack in and out). Your venue doesn't have a kitchen? No problem. We cook everything on the fire.
We usually ask for a 15-20 minute window in case of inclimate weather but we start early in the morning so everything is ready to go. Rain is just another obsticle of the elements that makes fire cooking unique. We can (and have) cooked in downpours. As long as the guests have cover to eat and be comfortable, don't worry about us. We have tricks up our sleeves.
Due to the long and complex nature of our cooking techniques, we do not offer on the spot tastings. We recommend letting us know you are interested and then attending one of our pop-ups or public events and order some food or we can arrange a tasting on the side for a fee.
We recommend that your planner hires rentals and waitstaff. Fire cooking is incredibly intense and involved. We have learned it’s best if we are focused on execution of the meal and safety of the property and guests.