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Black Label Weddings

Black Label Barbecue, based in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, we offer a unique barbecue catering experience for weddings across the North Island. Our low and slow barbecue style sets us apart from the average caterer, providing buffet-style menus, platters, food truck options, desserts, canapés, small bites, and live onsite barbecue cooking options.

We also offer the convenience of hiring plates, cutlery, and more, so you don’t have to worry on your big day. Need bar packages? We’ve got you sorted! We’ve had the pleasure of catering at venues like The Black Barn, Tironui Wedding Venue, Longfords Estate, Paradise Valley Lodge and countless backyard weddings.

Summer 25/26 dates are filling up fast, get in touch with our team now to check available dates.

Checkout our Wedding brochure here

Wedding Testimonials

We had the best experience working with Aurora, Alia and Shaun for our April 2025 wedding! Every detail was carefully considered, and the team far exceeded our expectations, in planning, communication, time management, quality and full flavour of the menu! Because we’d never done anything like this before, Aurora was with us every step of the way and kept in constant comms and reassurance that we were well looked after. If you’re planning your wedding and looking for one of the best experiences, get in touch with the team at Black Label Barbeque! Aurora, Alia, Shaun, thank you so, so much for everything that you did to ensure it was smooth sailing for everyone! I hope we weren’t too crazy as customers. And if the opportunity (not a wedding but another big shindig) arises again in the future, we hope we can call on you again! We will be sure to head into to the restaurant next time we are in Rotorua!
Kris & Vanja Rangitaawa
Kris & Vanja RangitaawaBackyard wedding - Raglan
We were very fortunate to have the amazing team at Black Label BBQ cater our wedding this year and wow!! They blew our expectations out of this world! I’m fussy when it comes to food - ask my husband! Nothing but excellence from the team; hot food, fresh, not to mention the taste - phenomenal! Plenty for everyone! We had so many compliments from our guests about the kai that Black Label BBQ provided. We were lucky to have the display of their gigantic BBQ at our venue - adding that extra zing to our special day. A special thanks to Aurora for your fantastic communication leading up/and on the day to make sure everything was perfect! Thank you to the owners Shaun and Alia - be very proud of yourselves! We are! Absolutely fantastic! If you are looking for a low and slow bbq buffet for your big day - look no further, Black Label BBQ is all you need! Thank you very much team!
Daniel and Shayna
Daniel and ShaynaBlack Barn Wedding Venue - Rotorua
We chose Black Label to cater for our wedding through recommendations from our venue close friends. From the beginning, they were easy to contact and deal with. Even taking time out of a staff do; meeting with us to make sure they could meet our requirements. From picking our menu, to sorting out payment methods, everything was easy and fluid. You can definitely tell they have a lot of experience in not only catering, but especially catering for weddings. As expected, Shaun's low and slow on sight set up was the talk of the night and he was very accommodating to those who showed interest. No words can describe how amazing the food was. Everything was hot and tasted divine; our guests were talking about it for days afterward. Their set up on the night meant that all of our guests got through in a timely manner and there was enough for seconds for those who wanted it. They packed up through speeches, not interrupting the flow of the night; leaving us all very satisfied to enjoy the rest of the evening. In saying all of that, we would like to sincerely thank the team at Black Label Barbecue and would recommend them to anyone in need of caterers in a heartbeat. Thank you for everything.
Precious & Ben Peacock
Precious & Ben PeacockOff Road NZ, Bush Camp Venue - Rotorua

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas do you cater weddings in?

We’re based in Rotorua and cater weddings throughout the Bay of Plenty & across New Zealand. Whether it’s a backyard celebration, rural venue, or large-scale wedding, we’re happy to travel. Travel fees apply. 

Do you travel for weddings?

Absolutely. We regularly travel for weddings and events, bringing our smoker trailer, food truck, and full catering setup to venues across the country. 

Can you cater for dietary requirements?

Yes. We can cater for a range of dietary requirements. all meats from the smoker are gluten-free, we have vegetarian, dairy-free options, and cater for other special requests. Just let us know what your guests need. 

What size weddings can you cater?

Everything from intimate backyard weddings through to large weddings and events with 300+ guests. 

What style of wedding catering do you offer?

We specialise in Texas style Barbecue – a style that works especially well as buffet or family-style service, creating a relaxed and social dining experience your guests will love. If a food truck is more your vibe, we’ve got you sorted too! Burgers & nachos loaded with our smoked meats keep a relaxed feel with delicious food flowing. We love getting creative and can tailor service styles to suit your wedding, venue, and guest numbers. 

Can we order just the meat?

Yes. For smaller, local weddings & events, we offer meat-only catering trays, perfect if you’d like to organise your own sides, salads, or shared dishes alongside our low-and-slow barbecue. 

Do you provide plates, cutlery, and serving equipment?

Yes — Serving equipment is included with all our self service buffets. We also offer plates, cutlery, napkins, and staff as add-ons, so you don’t need to warry about any of the clearing up. We keep this flexible so we can take care of the lot, or couples can either source items to match their wedding styling or use family and friends helping with the day. 

Can you cook on-site at our wedding?

Yes. We can cook on-site using our offset smoker trailer, bringing the full authentic barbecue experience directly to your venue. We can even offer a whole animal or open fire experience to really create an unforgettable atmosphere.

Do you offer food truck wedding catering?

We do. Alongside our smoker trailer, we also offer food truck-style wedding catering — perfect for relaxed receptions, cocktail weddings, late-night feeds, or outdoor celebrations. 

Can you provide grazing platters or picnic baskets during photos?

Absolutely. We offer grazing options and picnic baskets for bridal parties while off taking photos — a great way to keep everyone fed and looked after between the ceremony and reception. 

Can you provide beverages for the bridal party?

Yes. If your venue allows it, we can help organise beverages as part of an all-inclusive package. 

Do you cater backyard and outdoor weddings?

Yes. We regularly cater at private properties, farms, orchards, marquees, and outdoor wedding venues. 

Can you customise our wedding menu?

Absolutely. We can tailor menus to suit your wedding style, guest preferences, and budget — from classic barbecue favourites to elevated shared dining experiences. 

How far in advance should we book?

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for summer weddings and popular dates, as weekends can fill quickly. 

Get in touch with our events team

Contact Us

  • 07 343 9931
  • restaurant@blacklabelbarbecue.co.nz
  • functions@blacklabelbarbecue.co.nz
  • 1286 Arawa Street, Rotorua, New Zealand

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