Hilmar BBQ catering service - Grgich Family Catering

Hilmar's Authentic BBQ Experience

Merced County County's Trusted Caterers Since 1991

Bringing Merced County County's finest BBQ to your event

Hilmar Family Business
36-Foot Mobile Kitchen
200+ Hilmar Community Events

Professional Service Throughout Hilmar & Merced County

Comprehensive catering solutions for all types of events in Hilmar. From corporate gatherings to private celebrations across Merced County County.

Country & Ranch Venues

August Meadows Weddings
Hilmar Cheese Company Events
Private Ranches
Farm-to-Table Dinners

Community & Family Events

Church Socials
Family Reunions
Community Center BBQs
School Fundraisers

Rural Landscapes

Outdoor Feasts
Barn Receptions
Country Weddings
Agricultural Events

Merced County Neighbors

Turlock
Livingston
Stevinson
Ballico

Hilmar's Authentic BBQ Experience

Proudly serving Hilmar's community traditions

Corporate Events

Professional catering for Hilmar business meetings, conferences, and corporate celebrations.

Private Parties

Customized catering for birthdays, anniversaries, and family gatherings throughout Hilmar.

Special Events

Full-service catering for graduations, fundraisers, and community events in Merced County.

Corporate Pricing

Reduced Rates for Hilmar Businesses

Exclusive corporate-only pricing on recurring lunches, meetings, and company events — the same pit-smoked quality at a rate built for Hilmar teams and budgets.

Weekdays (Mon–Fri) · 250-guest minimum per serving

Corporate Exclusive

Corporate Essentials

Built for the weekday office spread

$19.99/ person
  • Choice of one smoked entrée — Hickory BBQ Chicken or Smoked Pulled Pork
  • Fresh garden green salad
  • Choice of one signature side
  • Artisan dinner rolls

The Oakdale Classic

Two entrées, sides, salad & breads

$24.99/ person$28.99
  • Teriyaki glazed chicken & Santa Maria Prime tri-tip
  • Green beans and rustic garlic mashed potatoes
  • Mixed field greens & a trio of artisan breads
Most Popular

The Valley Champion

Crowd-pleasing choice, fully customizable

$29.99/ person$35
  • Choice of tri-tip or baby back ribs, plus a chicken entrée
  • Choice of any vegetable, starch & salad
  • Trio of artisan breads

The Platinum Reserve

Premium steak service for the boardroom

$39.99/ person$45
  • Premium steak of choice & choice of any chicken or pork
  • Choice of any vegetable, starch & salad
  • Choice of any artisan bread

Corporate pricing applies to weekday (Mon–Fri) business catering in Hilmar and the Central Valley with a 250-guest minimum per serving; smaller servings and weekend events are quoted at our standard rates. Buffet service; optional add-ons (waitstaff, setup, beverages) available. Call (209) 996-9487 for a custom corporate quote.

Multi-Shift Operations

We Feed Every Shift in Hilmar

Running day, swing, and graveyard crews? We coordinate staggered serving times so every shift gets the same hot, fresh, pit-smoked spread — never reheated leftovers. Built for Hilmar's manufacturing, agricultural, distribution, and healthcare operations.

  • Multiple serving windows timed to your shift schedule
  • Hot, fresh BBQ for every crew — day, swing & graveyard
  • Recurring weekly & monthly shift-meal programs
  • Volume corporate pricing across every shift

250+ guests per serving earns the corporate rate on every shift. Smaller shifts are welcome too — an additional service fee applies for multi-shift servings under 250.

Plan Your Shift Schedule

One Order. Every Crew Fed.

Day Shift

Morning & midday service

Swing Shift

Afternoon & evening service

Graveyard Shift

Late-night service

Same menu, same quality, served fresh at each window — coordinated to your timetable.

Why Hilmar Chooses Grgich Family Catering

Supporting Merced County County's community with professional catering that understands Hilmar's unique event needs and local preferences.

The Heart of Dairy Country

We share Hilmar’s pride in its dairy heritage. Our BBQ is the perfect complement to the local culture, providing satisfying, down-to-earth food for the hardworking people of this community.

Country Living at Its Best

We embrace the motto of Hilmar. Our catering is more than just food; it’s a warm, personal experience that reflects the genuine hospitality of this unique country town.

Trusted by Hilmar Families

For over 35 years, we've been a part of Hilmar's celebrations, earning the trust of families with our dedication to quality and service.

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Ready to Host Hilmar's Perfect Event?

From corporate meetings to family celebrations, we deliver exceptional catering service throughout Hilmar and Merced County County.

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Meet the BBQ Masters

Jared Grgich

Jared Grgich

Owner & Executive Chef

Culinary School Graduate • ServSafe Manager Certified

Steve Grgich

Steve Grgich

Owner & Event Coordinator

ServSafe Manager Certified

Our Commitment

60+ Years Combined Experience
Authentic, No-Compromise BBQ
Premium, Professional Service

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