Cowabunga BBQ

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Introduction: Hi my name is David Forsberg and I am the owner and pitmaster of Cowabunga bbq. We are a family owned bbq catering company specializing in mouthwatering slow smoked southern bbq. We would love to have the opportunity to work with you to help make your wedding, event, company party, family reunion, ect. a huge success. We can accommodate any size event from 20 people to 350+ We work hard to provide you the best worry free experience possible. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.

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Hired 90 times

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4 employees

12 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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This pro indicated that they reviewed CDC safety guidelines for COVID-19 and pledged to do the following:

Maintain 6 feet of distance from customers

Wear masks during the job

Wear gloves during the job

Disinfect surfaces touched during the job

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and value.

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Diana Corbitt C.

Dec 18, 2022

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Very happy with my choice of caterers this Christmas. That was the best brisket I've ever eaten, and everything else is excellent too. Only thing I would change is to have the utensils. He forgot them that we did fine.

Details: Holiday party • Dinner • Barbecue • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

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Karla P.

Aug 2, 2022

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Am known for throwing Great Parties. I threw a Surprise 60th BDay party for my hubby. Dancing, singing, but the star of the party was the BBQ. I have gotten so many calls on who catered the BBQ. When I say mouth watering, delicious….Thanks so much for adding to my Great Party……Cowabunga #1

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Dinner • Barbecue • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 50 - 59 guests • Premium (high end ingredients)

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Robert k.

Jul 1, 2022

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We and our guest thought the tri-tip and chicken were great along with Mac and cheese and the potato salad the appetizers were gone quickly for this 100+ people the food and quality of service for the price made one less worry about our successful reception. Thanks Dave and crew for coming this far to help make our day great. Robert and Shelby

Details: Outdoor event • Dinner • American - casual • American - Southern • Barbecue • Buffet • Yes, full service • Outdoor venue • Yes, full kitchen • 80 - 89 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

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Rosella N.

Sep 21, 2020

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I'd like to start off by saying I could feel the warmth in David's voice the first time I spoke with him on the phone. This is the first time I've ever purchased something like this online without meeting in person or seeing the food firsthand. I must say I trusted my gut instinct and was right. Im grateful for all the reviews and pictures because these were also a big reason I chose David and his Cowabunga crew to cater my wedding. We chose the chicken & pulled pork for the meat along with his baked beans, macaroni & cheese, salad and rolls. Everything was delicious! Its obvious he pours his heart into the job he does! Sitting here with a million things to do after our event but wanted to take a few minutes out because I felt this review was more important. If you are on the fence about hiring this company don't be, you won't regret it i promise! Thank you David & family for being so respectful & courteous to myself my fiance and all the guests! Professionalism at its best!💚💚💚

Details: Wedding • Dinner • Barbecue • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • No kitchen • 100 - 124 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Cowabunga BBQ's reply

Hi Rosella, First off thank you so much for your trust hiring us site unseen. it was such a pleasure to meet you and David. We had so much fun catering you special day. We wish you all the best and blessings for years to come. Thank you, David and Trina Forsberg

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Anderson a.

May 3, 2018

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David and Cowabunga Barbecue recently catered my wife and I's wedding for 150 people! They did a fantastic job! Many people have told us since how much they enjoyed the Mac and cheese and pulled pork and how it was the best wedding food they have ever had. David is very professional and super easy to deal with which is invaluable when you are planning a wedding and dealing with so many vendors. We used his full service package which was very reasonable for what it was and made our life very easy knowing the food was "handled" Hands down I would use cowabunga bbq again for any event or wedding. 5 stars!

Details: Bride or groom • Dinner • Dessert • Appetizers • Entrees • Side dishes • Desserts • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • American - formal • Asian • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Barbecue • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Southern • Indian • French • Buffet / self serve • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • Barn • 101 - 125 guests • Dinnerware, flatware, and glasses • Cloth napkins • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • $$ (standard)

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$17.99 per person 20 - 100 geusts $16.99 per person 101 - 150 geusts $15.99 per person 151 - 200+ geusts
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
When I'm hired l like to be in contact with them soon as possible to get their menu started. Figure out what fits best in their budget, once that is all set staying in communication with them do the day of the event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been cooking for all my life. My mom and grandma started me out at home. I grew up on the central coast of California where BBQ was a way of life and found a passion for it. I've been competing in BBQ competitions for several years which has helped hone my skills.

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