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# Catering & Large Group Orders

> Catering help from Uncle J's Dirty Apron BBQ.

Uncle J's Dirty Apron BBQ is available for catering events — corporate lunches, family reunions, birthday parties, backyard cookouts, and more. We bring the pit to you.

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## What Counts as a Catering Order?

Any order with a **food subtotal over \$250** is automatically classified as a catering request. When you reach that threshold at checkout, you'll see a "Request a Catering Quote" prompt instead of a standard checkout button.

This threshold exists because large orders require advance coordination — we want to make sure we can smoke enough food to serve you properly.

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## How to Request a Catering Quote

1. **Build your order** on [unclebbq.com](https://links.unclebbq.com/home) as normal — add items to your cart until it reflects what you need
2. When your subtotal exceeds \$250, click **"Request a Catering Quote"**
3. Fill out the request form — include your event date, headcount, and any notes
4. We'll reach out within **1–2 business days** to confirm details, pricing, and logistics

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## What We Offer

We can accommodate most events with advance notice. Typical catering setups include:

* **Bulk protein orders** — brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and chicken by the pound
* **Full spreads** — proteins + sides + bread for a complete meal
* **Drop-off catering** — we deliver, you serve
* **Setup catering** — we set up a full serving station at your venue (availability varies)

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## What We Need from You

* **Event date and time** — the earlier you contact us, the better
* **Headcount** — so we know how much to smoke
* **Dietary needs** — let us know about allergies or dietary restrictions ahead of time
* **Delivery or pickup** — we can deliver to most locations in the Joliet area; larger events may require pickup

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## Frequently Asked Questions

**How far in advance should I book?**
For events under 50 people, at least **3–5 days** notice is appreciated. For events over 50 people, **1–2 weeks** is ideal. Holiday weekends book up quickly — contact us as early as possible.

**Is there a minimum order size for catering?**
Yes — catering requests start at \$250 in food. For very large events, we'll provide a custom quote.

**Do you handle setup and breakdown?**
Drop-off catering is our standard offering. Setup and staffed service is available for select events — let us know what you need when you reach out.

**Can I earn Pitmaster Rewards points on a catering order?**
Points are not automatically applied to catering quotes. Contact us and we can add points to your account manually once the order is confirmed.

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Ready to book? Start at [unclebbq.com](https://links.unclebbq.com/home) or [contact us](https://links.unclebbq.com/contact) directly.


## Related topics

- [Customer Service](/customer-service/overview.md)
- [Pitmaster Rewards — How It Works](/customer-service/pitmaster-rewards.md)
- [Pitmaster Rewards — Frequently Asked Questions](/customer-service/rewards-faq.md)
- [Contact Us, Hours & Location](/customer-service/contact-hours.md)
- [Discount Codes & Promotions](/customer-service/discount-codes.md)


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