Tailgate Gourmet Catering

Catering services pricing

Food starts at $50 per person.

Minimum spend

$3,000 total

About Tailgate Gourmet Catering

Tailgate Gourmet Catering

John passion is to serve the most flavorful and gourmet barbecue possible. His vast barbecue menu and ability to adapt to his client needs is unsurpassed. Tailgate Gourmet Catering remains one of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire’s leading caterers, applauded for both its gracious service and mouthwatering take on barbecue.

Tailgate Gourmet is an upscale barbecue plus caterer. We pride ourselves in unique barbecue foods & outstanding customer service. We will work with you to ensure the menu and food is prefect for your special day.

Services

Serving staff

Cuisines

American
BBQ
Chinese
Fusion
Greek
Italian
Korean
Latin American
Mexican
Middle Eastern
Seafood
Southern
Southwestern
Spanish
Thai

Dietary accommodations

Dairy-free
Gluten-free
Halal
Nut-free
Vegan
Vegetarian

Meal types

Buffet
Passed appetizers

Reviews

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Rating: 4.9

4.9 out of 5

50 reviews

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Gabi S.
Rating: 5
•Jul 21
"Best wedding food EVER!"
John and his team are not just caterers, they are a whole experience. It is clear from the initial communication with Tailgate Gourmet that they are here to cook and serve you high-end, thoughtful meals AND to be a part of your wedding's atmosphere. We were sold just stepping into John's tasting kitchen; his team were there to provide not just a taste of the catering options, but the personality and level of service you could expect as part of your day. It's clear that John is a master of his craft and cares deeply about his menu offerings; he delivered diverse, delicious dishes, worked within our budget, and ensured that our guests with dietary and mobility restrictions had just as wonderful an experience as everyone else. We loved that Tailgate Gourmet is a self-contained operation, which worked perfectly for our outdoor wedding on a private property that didn't have infrastructure for a professional on-site kitchen setup. The team quickly assessed and adapted to the space we had available, and left no trace they'd even been there by the end of the night. Our guests (who are not shy about sharing feedback) let us know this was the "best wedding food EVER" and that the tenderloin and Mediterranean planked salmon were more delicious and well-prepared than any restaurant dish they've had in the past. If your priority is providing your guests with a darned good meal-- don't hesitate!
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David F.
Rating: 5
•Jul 20
Great Day!!
John and his staff did an amazing job from set up to clean up. Very personable and friendly. Food was tremendous. This is our 2nd year using Tailgate Gourmet. Will definitely use them again.
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Michele B.
Rating: 5
•Jul 6, 2026
Amazing Tasting
Thank you for an amazing tasting! We are looking forward to the wonderful service and great food that will be at our daughter’s wedding next July!
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Haley B.
Rating: 5
•Jul 6, 2026
Exceptional Service for Custom Tasting Menu
We had an incredible experience working with Tailgate Gourmet Catering for our wedding. From our first conversation, they were responsive and professional, answering all our questions with real expertise. They invited us to their Westwood kitchen for a private tasting where they created a custom menu just for us, which showed how much they cared about getting our day right. On our wedding day, their service was flawless and their culinary skills shined through in every dish our guests enjoyed. We were blown away by how seamlessly everything came together, and we'd recommend Tailgate Gourmet to any couple looking for a caterer who truly delivers.
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Stephanie W.
Rating: 5
•Jun 15, 2026
Absolutely amazing!
We couldn't have asked for a better experience with Tailgate Gourmet Catering. From our first conversation, the team was kind and made us feel heard throughout the entire planning process. For my son's graduation party, they transformed our backyard into something truly special with their setup and attention to detail. The food was absolutely delicious—our guests couldn't stop raving about it. They went out of their way to accommodate our requests and make sure everything ran smoothly. We'd hire them again in a heartbeat and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a caterer who genuinely cares about making your day memorable.