250g per person
More than most people expect
Planning Guide
How much BBQ do you need for a birthday?
Plan enough food to keep everyone happy — without overthinking it.
Planning BBQ catering starts with getting the quantity right. A simple way to get it right the first time.
Get a QuoteStart with 250g per person
For most birthday events, this is the easiest place to start.
It’s a slightly generous amount. Enough to cover hungry guests without worrying about running out. Some people eat less, some go back for seconds, and it balances out.
You’ll usually have a bit left over. That’s a good thing.
WHY THIS WORKS
You won’t run out of food.
Hungry guests are covered
There’s always a few people who go back for more.
Lighter eaters balance it out
Not everyone eats the same, and that works in your favour.
No stress on the day
You’re not watching trays or worrying about timing.
Leftovers beat running out
A bit extra is always better than not enough.
Why this works
You won’t run out of food.
Hungry guests are covered
There’s always a few people who go back for more.
Lighter eaters balance it out
Not everyone eats the same, and that works in your favour.
No stress on the day
You’re not watching trays or worrying about timing.
Leftovers beat running out
A bit extra is always better than not enough.
There’s more than one way to do this
We start with 250g per person, then adjust based on your guest mix, budget, and how you want to host.
Build around the BBQ
Flexible option
We handle the BBQ. You round out the table with your own sides, snacks, or desserts.
- Moderate effort
- BBQ for some, extras fill the gaps
- Good for keeping costs down
Feed everyone
Most popular
We cater for your full guest count so everyone is covered.
- Minimal effort
- Covers everyone
- No-stress hosting
Full Texas BBQ Spread
Food-forward option
Start with the standard setup and build it out with more meat, more variety, and a bigger BBQ moment.
- Low effort (we handle it)
- Covers everyone + extra
- Made for food-led celebrations
Want to see how this maps to your budget? See how pricing works →
See how this comes together
Real menus, setups, and how birthday events actually run.
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How that translates to your order
Once we know how you want to host, we build your menu around one of these.
Choose your BBQ spread
Two simple ways to cater a birthday.
YDU Standard
A balanced BBQ spread built around brisket and pulled pork, with optional sides like potato salad, coleslaw, and Wicked Baked Beans.
Best for: Relaxed family-style birthdays and mixed guest groups
Hungry Crowd
Built on the YDU Standard, then expanded with extra meat options like pork ribs, beef ribs, and chicken.
Best for: Hungrier groups, milestone birthdays, and events where food is a major part of the day
Not sure what’s right for your event?
Tell us your guest count and we’ll recommend a setup, menu, and send you a clear quote.
We’ll guide you to the right setup — no guesswork.
Common questions
Quick answers for planning birthday catering in Melbourne
For most birthday events in Melbourne, 250g per person is a safe, balanced starting point that covers mixed appetites.