Zachary's BBQ

What Zachary's BBQ does

Zachary's BBQ is a family-owned catering company headquartered in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, founded in 2010 in honor of Gram (Doris Taylor) and the Taylor family's Southern roots. The company operates a scratch kitchen using multi-generational family recipes spanning African-American soul food, Italian and Caribbean traditions, slow-smoking meats (including 14+ hour brisket and St. Louis pork ribs) using cherry wood, and offers cast iron and wood-fired preparation. Its core product is full-service, drop-off and on-site-grill BBQ catering, sold through tiered per-person buffet packages ($16.95-$38.95/person), fixed-price holiday meal packages ($89.95-$225.95) and specialty offerings including whole-hog pig roasts, luaus, and à la carte smoked meats and sides. Service options range from pickup at the Collegeville kitchen to white-glove full-service with on-site grill chefs.

The company serves customers across the Greater Philadelphia region — Montgomery, Chester, Delaware, Bucks Counties and the City of Philadelphia — with named accounts including NBC10, King of Prussia Mall, Villanova University, Ursinus College and Arcadia University. It sells exclusively through direct channels (zacharysbbq.com and phone, (610) 272-1800), with no third-party delivery marketplace presence, and supports event types including weddings, corporate events, graduations, birthdays, funeral receptions, holidays and backyard BBQs. Brand partnerships include Certified Angus Beef, the American Culinary Federation and Jones Soda Co., and the company is led by Chef Keith Taylor and catering coordinator Elizabeth Taylor.

Name

Zachary's BBQ

Legal name

Zacharys BBQ Co.

Website

https://zacharysbbq.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Zachary's BBQ is a family-owned, scratch-kitchen BBQ and soul food caterer founded in 2010 in Collegeville, PA, serving weddings, corporate events, graduations, funerals and holidays across the Greater Philadelphia region via direct website and phone sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Catering Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320), Caterers (72232), Special Food Services (7223), Mobile Food Services (72233)

SIC

Retail-Eating Places (5812)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSACAGAA

Full-Service Catering (Off-Premise)

Home & Personal Services/Event & Personal Concierge Services/Catering Coordination & Food Service (Non-restaurant)

SECONDARYHSACAGAH

Specialty & Dietary Catering (Vegan, Kosher, Halal, Allergy-Friendly)

Home & Personal Services/Event & Personal Concierge Services/Catering Coordination & Food Service (Non-restaurant)

Keywords

• BBQ catering services
• Soul food catering
• Event catering
• Wedding catering
• Holiday meal packages

Headquarters

HQ city

Collegeville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Catering Orders (Full-Service, Delivery & Setup, On-Site Grilling): The primary revenue stream is one-time catering event orders. Customers pay per person for buffet-style catering packages (e.g., Zachary's Buffet at $16.95/person, Chefsoul Buffet at $20.95/person, Pig Roast Buffet at $27.95/person, Full-Service starting at $36.95/person). Additional charges apply for add-ons such as premium protein upgrades, on-site grilling fees ($350), servers, delivery, and sales tax. Holiday meal packages are sold at fixed prices (e.g., Petite Holiday at $89.95, Holiday Ham Dinner at $225.95). A la carte items and whole smoked pigs are also sold at fixed prices.
2. Pickup and Drop-Off Catering Orders: Customers can order food for pickup at the Collegeville location or pay for delivery drop-off. Thanksgiving and holiday meals have a $150 minimum order requirement for delivery. Drop-off orders include food delivered hot in catering pans, without service staff.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Zachary's BBQ is a family-owned Southern barbecue and soul food catering company offering buffet-style event catering for weddings, corporate events, graduations, birthdays, funerals, and holidays throughout Greater Philadelphia. Service tiers include drop-off delivery, delivery with buffet servers, and full-service on-site catering with a live grill chef, all anchored in scratch kitchen preparation using multi-generational family recipes and cherry wood smoking.

Product overview

Zachary's BBQ is a family-owned catering company founded in 2010, offering authentic Southern BBQ and soul food catering services throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania. The company operates multiple catering packages ranging from budget-friendly to premium options, including Zachary's Buffet ($16.95/pp), Chefsoul Buffet ($20.95/pp), and Full-Service Catering (starting $36.95/pp). Specialty offerings include Pig Roast Buffets, Island Luau packages, and holiday-specific packages (Petite Holiday, Holiday Ham Dinner, Signature Holiday Dinner). Event-specific services cover graduations, weddings, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, funerals, corporate events, picnics, and backyard BBQs. Service options include Delivery & Setup, On-Site Grilling with live chef preparation, and Full-Service with professional staff. All food is prepared in their scratch kitchen using family recipes, featuring Certified Angus Beef, slow-smoked meats, and Southern comfort food sides.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Zachary's Buffet (Delivery & Setup) Budget-friendly delivery and setup buffet package at $16.95 per person including 2 entrées, 3 sides, BBQ sauce, and choice of cornbread, Martin's slider buns, or combination; minimum 15 guests. Targeted at customers wanting hot, ready-to-serve food without on-site staff.
• Chefsoul Buffet (Delivery & Setup) Mid-tier buffet package at $20.95 per person including 3 entrées, 3 sides, BBQ sauce, and choice of cornbread or Martin's slider buns; minimum 15 guests. Features premium proteins such as Wood Roasted BBQ Chicken, Caribbean Jerk Chicken, and Grilled Salmon.
• Full-Service Catering Premium full-service catering starting at $36.95 per person with 3 entrées, 4 sides, BBQ sauce, and bread choices. Includes setup, maintenance, and service by staff using polished stainless steel chafers or cast iron skillets; minimum 50 adult guests.
• On-Site Grilling Packages (Picnic Menu) On-site grilling catering menu including American Barbecue Picnic (hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken, sides), The Backyard BBQ (14+ hour smoked Certified Angus Beef brisket, bruschetta grilled chicken, grilled Atlantic salmon, salads, potatoes; minimum 50 guests), and Smokehouse BBQ (St. Louis ribs, wood roasted BBQ chicken, sides; minimum 60 guests). An on-site grill chef prepares food live at the event.
• Pig Roast & Luau Catering Specialty pig roast and luau catering including Pig Roast Buffet at $27.95 per person (smoked whole pig, 3 sides, BBQ sauces, slider buns; minimum 50 guests, 10-day advance notice), Island Luau Pig Roast at $34.95 per person (slow smoked whole hog, tropical fruit salad, Hawaiian BBQ chicken, pineapple baked beans, slider buns; minimum 50 guests), and Just The Pig whole smoked pig at $550 (50 lb pig serving 50–70 guests).
• Holiday Meal Packages Seasonal holiday meal packages including Petite Holiday (serves up to 4, $89.95; wood roasted turkey breast, cranberry orange sauce, buttermilk mashed potatoes, green beans with toasted almonds, traditional stuffing, natural pan turkey gravy), Holiday Ham Dinner (serves 8–12, $225.95; whole smoked ham with maple mustard glaze, four cheese baked macaroni, green beans, buttermilk mashed potatoes, buttermilk biscuits), Signature Holiday Dinner (serves 8–10, $225.95; glazed boneless Certified Angus beef short ribs, rosemary and garlic roasted potatoes, grilled asparagus, honey butter baby carrots, biscuits), Classic Holiday Buffet at $25.95 per person (3 entrées, 3 sides, biscuits or cornbread; minimum 20 guests), and Deluxe Holiday Reception starting at $28.95 per person (full-service reception with hand-carved action station, carved beef tenderloin or brisket or turkey, service staff, linens, premium plateware; minimum 50 guests). Thanksgiving delivery requires a $150 minimum order.
• Event-Specific Catering Services Catering services organized by event type, including Wedding Catering (buffets, action stations with carved brisket/turkey, mashed potato bar, dessert station, whole smoked pig options), Graduation Catering, Birthday Catering (with kid-friendly options like hamburgers, hot dogs, mac n' cheese), Funeral Catering (discreet buffet or sit-down meal options with menu planning, table settings, and final cleanup), Office & Corporate Catering, Picnic & Backyard Catering, Thanksgiving Catering, Holiday Catering (Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali), Rehearsal Dinner Catering, and Pig Roasts & Luau Catering.

Quantifiable outcome

• Customer reviews consistently praise the food quality, with multiple reviewers specifically highlighting brisket, mac and cheese, and chicken bruschetta as standout items.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Certified Angus BeefcoreOthersZachary's BBQ is a Certified Angus Beef brand partner. The company uses Certified Angus Beef for specific menu items including brisket and beef short ribs. Certified Angus Beef is a premium beef certification program, and using this brand signals quality to customers. The partnership is referenced through client logos on the website.
• Jones Soda Co.minorOthersJones Soda Co. logo appears alongside ACF and Montgomery County on client partnership sections of the website. Nature of partnership is not explicitly described.
• American Culinary Federation (ACF)coreOthersThe American Culinary Federation (ACF) logo appears on the company's website, suggesting membership or certification. Chef Keith Taylor's speaking engagement at the Culinary Institute of Virginia further supports culinary industry involvement. ACF is the largest professional organization for chefs in the United States.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Mission BBQ: National BBQ chain with strong catering program for corporate events, parties, and large gatherings. Comparable menu (smoked meats, scratch sides) and full-service catering delivery model targeting similar customer segments.
• Sonny's BBQ: Established BBQ chain with catering services across the Eastern US, featuring whole-hog and pig roast options similar to Zachary's Island Luau package. Comparable menu breadth and event catering focus.
• Dickey's Barbecue Pit: Large BBQ franchise network with extensive catering services including holiday meals, office lunches, and family gatherings. Comparable scratch kitchen preparation and multi-tier catering packages.
• Sweet Lucy's Smokehouse: Philadelphia-area BBQ smokehouse offering full-service catering, on-site cooking, and event packages for weddings, corporate events, and parties. Most direct local competitor with similar scratch kitchen and Southern-style BBQ approach.
• Famous Dave's: National BBQ franchise with established catering division serving weddings, graduations, corporate events, and holiday meals. Similar slow-smoked meats, buffet packages, and per-person pricing structure.
• HoneyBaked Ham: National holiday meal specialist with strong Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter catering programs featuring whole hams, turkeys, and complete dinner packages. Directly competes in the seasonal holiday catering segment.
• Percy Street Barbecue: Philadelphia BBQ restaurant offering catering services for private events. Comparable Texas-style BBQ approach with scratch kitchen and on-site event services within the same geographic market.
• Mike's BBQ: Philadelphia-area BBQ restaurant offering catering for corporate events, weddings, and private parties. Similar Southern-style smoking approach and full-service event delivery model.
• Redbones BBQ: Boston-area BBQ restaurant with full-service catering for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Similar scratch kitchen approach, Southern-style smoking techniques, and full-service event execution.

Broad incumbents

• Smokey Bones: National BBQ restaurant chain with catering services for corporate events and parties. Broader casual dining focus with BBQ as core offering, providing catering competition through restaurant locations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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