The Smokin' Ain't EZ Way

Premium BBQ Catering

Premium BBQ Catering

Indulge in a unique BBQ catering experience with Smokin’ Ain’t EZ BBQ where we bring the sizzle right to your event in the Tampa Bay Area. Our expert pitmasters will cook up mouthwatering BBQ delights that will leave your guests wanting more. Choose us for your next gathering and let us elevate your event with our delicious BBQ offerings.

Tailored Menu Options

Tailored Menu Options

At Smokin’ Ain’t Ez BBQ, we understand that every event is unique. That's why we offer tailored menu options for our BBQ catering services in the Tampa Bay Area. From savory ribs to juicy pulled pork and chicken, our diverse menu will satisfy every palate. Let us create a customized BBQ experience that will impress your guests and make your event memorable.

Exceptional Service

Exceptional Service

Experience exceptional service with Smokin’ Ain’t Ez BBQ as we cater to all your BBQ needs in the Tampa Bay Area. Our team is dedicated to providing top-notch service from start to finish, ensuring that your event runs smoothly and guests are delighted. Trust us to deliver an unforgettable BBQ catering experience that will exceed your expectations.

Contact Smokin’ Ain’t EZ BBQ for the Best BBQ Catering in Tampa Bay area!

Experience mouthwatering BBQ dishes for your next event with our catering services!
info@smokinaintezezbbq.com

Tampa, Florida

813-309-3644


Meet the Owner and Pitmaster

Meet the Owner and Pitmaster

Hi! I’m Sam Nowakowski, Owner and Pitmaster, of the Smokin’ Ain’t EZ Competition BBQ Team. Our team competes all over the Southeast within various organizations. Whether cooking for a competition or your next event, we love what we do!


We’ve been catering award-winning BBQ for several years all over the Tampa Bay area. We only smoke the finest and top-quality prime cuts of meat. We hand trim, inject, and season our meats for every catering job we do, just like if it were a competition. This is what sets us apart from any other BBQ caterer or restaurant out there! We don’t sacrifice quality around here, because our team puts in the extra time and love into everything we cook. We smoke over pecan wood and lump charcoal, and that’s what gives our BBQ the satisfying sweet flavor your taste buds desire.


When it comes to sides, our team doesn’t settle for mediocre. Our sides are homemade and cooked from scratch, using only the freshest quality ingredients.

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Smokin' Ain't EZ Championship Competition BBQ Team

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Customer Testimonials

Smokin’ Ain’t Ez Bbq brings the best flavors to your event with their exceptional BBQ catering services in Tampa!

Samantha

Event Coordinator

We hired this amazing team for our wedding a few weeks ago. They went above and beyond making sure our night went perfect. Not only do they provide the best customer service but their food is top notch! Everyone who attended our event was more than thrilled to let me know how much they enjoyed their dinner. I've had multiple guests asks for the info of this wonderful company so they could hire them for their own events. I wouldn't have chosen any other caterer if there were 10 stars I'd give them 20

Jennifer

Satisfied Customer

Smokin’ Ain’t Ez Bbq exceeded all expectations with their BBQ catering services!I hired Smokin' Ain't EZ BBQ to cater my wedding. They were able to create an upscale menu that complimented my cocktail party theme. The food was amazing and the presentation absolute perfection. The crew was courteous and professional. They know how to set up and take down quietly and efficiently. I will definitely use them again and highly recommend them.

Martha Ree

Happy Client

Indulge in the best BBQ catering experience in Valrico with Smokin’ Ain’t Ez Bbq!
Jasmine
BBQ Lover





Sam helped us with his amazing cooking for a meal that we catered. He was incredibly communicative through out the process. The ribs, briskets, pulled chicken was devoured by our guests, and this was a very memorable event. Sam and his team setup the whole venue and even got along boxes for packing the food... incredible quality, quantity, attention to detail in the setup and amazing professionalism. Thank you very much for making it such a special event for us

Pete S.

BBQ Aficionado

I had the most incredible experience with Sam from Smokin' Ain't EZ BBQ. He was prompt with every inquiry from planning to last minute changes for our Celebration of Life event. Living in Orlando and a vegan, the pressure was intense to find a caterer to deliver on all levels: delicious food, on-time delivery, accessible when needed. Smokin Ain't EZ BBQ checked all the boxes. Sam was extremely helpful in guiding me with the amount of food needed to serve during a difficult time. I really appreciated Sam's curiosity and open-mindedness to bring vegan options to his menu, too.


My event included: Pecan Smoked Pulled Pork, Texas Style Smoke Chopped Brisket, EZ Smoked Pulled Chicken, EZ Smoked Country Sausage & Onions,Bodacious Baked Beans, Creamy Key West Coleslaw, Pepper Du Potato Salad, Southern Style Green Beans & Ham, and EZ Mac N Cheese. Although I did not taste any of the food, I asked everyone what they enjoyed the most. Here are their faves in order of most consumed: Chopped Brisket, Mac N Cheese, Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Pulled Chicken, Green Beans, Potato Salad, Cole Slaw. My only regret is I didn't capture any pictures to validate my review. If you're skeptical of a vegan's review, know that I had 90 people in attendance that will agree with me.


Valrico, Riverview, and Brandon have a hidden gem with Smokin' Ain't EZ BBQ!


Julie

BBQ Enthusiast

Excellent food and service! We had my wife's 50th party and Sam hooked us up! Pulled chicken, ribs, baked beans and mac and cheese were unbelievable. I will definitely recommend them to any one looking really good barbecue! Prices were awesome too!

Derrick

BBQ Catering Expert

Don't miss the Best BBQ around. The owner competes and has numerous awards and knows how to do it right. I've traveled all over the country and very few stick out like this. The owner is extremely personable marking a great overall experience.

Mike O

BBQ Fanatic

Let me just start with, the food is Amazing! We hired Sam and his fabulous crew to cater our wedding and they did not disappoint. We had a farm wedding and the BBQ and Boots theme was a hit! From the early on planning stages, Sam was always prompt with communicating with us and helped with any questions we had. He even went out of his way to travel to the ceremony location to discuss logistics of setting up his trailer and buffet. The set up was very professional and the guests could not stop talking about how good the food was. I highly recommend Smok'n Ain't Ez for your next event!

Leslie

BBQ Enthusiast