Qfire Catering — Live-Fire BBQ & Steakhouse Catering in Phoenix, Scottsdale & San Diego County
Qfire Catering — Live-Fire BBQ & Steakhouse Catering in Phoenix, Scottsdale & San Diego County
Phoenix Metro upscale steakhouse catering — Qfire Catering luxury Wood-Fired BBQ and steakhouse catering
Phoenix Metro upscale steakhouse catering

The Phoenix Metro
Steak & Seafood Menu

A five-course charcoal-grilled steakhouse experience — cold starter, warm hors d'oeuvre, your choice of premium steaks and seafood, sides, dessert and drinks. Grilled live on-site anywhere across the Phoenix Metro area.

Phoenix Metro Exclusive
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The Experience

The Surf & Turf Premium Live-Fire Dining Experience

More than catering — a private wood-fired steakhouse experience created exclusively for your guests.

If you're looking for something beyond the traditional buffet in the Phoenix Metro area — from downtown Phoenix to Scottsdale, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Glendale, Peoria, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and beyond — this is where our most discerning clients naturally gravitate.

Our Phoenix Metro Surf & Turf steakhouse experience combines the energy of live-fire cooking with the elegance of fine dining — bringing an upscale dinner service directly to your Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Mesa or Tempe wedding, corporate event, or private celebration.

From Ahwatukee to Anthem, Carefree to Queen Creek, we bring restaurant-quality steakhouse dining to every corner of the Phoenix Metro. This isn't just dinner — it's the experience your guests will remember long after the last bite.

Included With Your Steakhouse Experience

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Live Charcoal Grill Master

Your own professional Grill Master prepares each premium selection over a live charcoal fire in front of your guests.

The aroma, the sound of the sizzling steaks, and the visual presentation become part of the entertainment—creating an interactive dining experience that simply can't be duplicated in a traditional kitchen.

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Luxury Tableware & Elegant Presentation

Every detail has been thoughtfully selected to create a refined dining atmosphere.

Included:

  • • Premium four-piece dinnerware
  • • Polished silver flatware
  • • Cloth napkins
  • • Elegant glassware
  • • Professional buffet décor and presentation

Everything arrives beautifully coordinated so your event feels polished, sophisticated, and effortlessly upscale.

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Your Guests Will Enjoy

Chilled Starter

Begin the evening with a refreshing gourmet appetizer designed to welcome guests as they mingle and settle into the celebration.

Chef-Crafted Hot Appetizer

A warm, handcrafted appetizer served fresh to build anticipation and set the tone for an unforgettable dining experience.

Signature Surf & Turf Entrée

Indulge in three premium proteins expertly prepared over live charcoal alongside three carefully selected gourmet sides designed to complement every bite.

Every plate is crafted to deliver the flavor, presentation, and quality you'd expect from a high-end steakhouse.

Gourmet Desserts

Choose two handcrafted desserts from our premium collection—the perfect ending to an unforgettable meal and the course guests almost always come back for.

Premium Beverage Service

Two refreshing non-alcoholic beverage selections are professionally presented, continuously stocked, and refreshed throughout dinner so your guests never have to wait.

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Phoenix Metro Pricing

Choose the Dining Experience That Fits Your Phoenix Metro Event

Buffet Style
$79
per guest

Full-Service Buffet Experience

Elegant. Efficient. Crowd favorite. Guests enjoy the freedom to choose exactly what they want while our professional team manages every detail—from setup and presentation to replenishment and cleanup.

Perfect for couples and hosts who want an upscale experience with excellent guest flow.

Family Style
$94
per guest

Family-Style Experience

Warm. Interactive. Memorable. Beautiful serving platters are placed directly on each table, encouraging conversation, connection, and a shared dining experience reminiscent of an upscale family-owned chef-attended steakhouse buffet.

Ideal for guests who enjoy lingering around the table together.

Most Premium
Plated Service
$109
per guest

Plated upscale Steakhouse Catering Service

Our most luxurious dining experience. Each course is individually plated and professionally served to every guest with restaurant-style precision.

Designed for black-tie weddings, luxury receptions, executive dinners, and events where every detail matters.

For hosts who want their guests to feel like they've just dined at one of the finest steakhouses in the country—without ever leaving the venue.

Per-person Phoenix Metro pricing is built around your guest count, venue and menu selections. Request a quote for current rates — we respond within 4 business hours.

Final total adjusts for state sales tax and an industry-low 10% gratuity.

Phoenix Metro's #1 Choice

Why Phoenix Metro Clients Choose This Experience

✔Live charcoal grilling performed in front of your guests
✔Premium steakhouse-quality ingredients, charcoal-grilled to order
✔Restaurant-level presentation and service
✔Luxury dinnerware, linens, and glassware included
✔Experienced culinary and service professionals
✔An unforgettable dining experience that becomes part of the celebration—not just the meal
Chef Terry Matthews with Bobby Flay on Food Network's BBQ BrawlAs seen on Food NetworkChef Terry Matthews, The BBQ Daddy, leading Qfire Catering in Phoenix Metro
The Chef Behind The Fire

Chef Terry Matthews.Food Network champion. Your event's chef.

Competition-tested technique meets premium cuts, live charcoal fire, and restaurant-style service brought directly to your venue.

Chef Terry is a Cutthroat Kitchen winner, Camp Cutthroat winner, and BBQ Brawl competitor with Bobby Flay. He has catered professionally since 2011 and led more than 2,500 events.

Food Network Two wins 2,500+ events Live-fire expert
Phoenix Metro Premium Live-Fire Dining Menu

Your Phoenix Metro Menu Selections

Every dish below is prepared fresh at your Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe, Chandler, Glendale or Peoria venue by our live-fire grill team.

👇 Build Your Menu as You Scroll: Select 1 Chilled Appetizer → 1 Hot Appetizer → Up to 3 Protein Entrées → 2 Sides → 2 Desserts → 2 Drinks. When you're done, submit your selections and we'll send your custom quote.

01Choose 1

First Course — Cold Starters

A bright, elegant opening before the Phoenix Metro grill fires up.

Antipasto Kabob

Antipasto Kabob

100% fresh, top quality. Black olives, mozzarella balls, marinated artichoke.

Antipasto Charcuterie Platter

Antipasto Charcuterie Platter

A curated assortment of spiced cheese and cured meats.

Caesar Salad

Caesar Salad

Freshly cut romaine, parmesan, caesar croutons. Creamy or vinaigrette caesar dressing.

House Salad

House Salad

Green leaf lettuce, grape tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, shredded carrots. Choice of dressings.

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Platter

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Platter

An assortment of seasonal fruit and vegetables with ranch dip.

Bruschetta with Garlic Crostini

Bruschetta with Garlic Crostini

Vine-ripe tomato, basil and garlic over toasted crostini.

Roasted Asparagus & Feta Salad

Roasted Asparagus & Feta Salad

Roasted asparagus, feta and grape tomatoes finished with lemon.

02Choose 1

Second Course — Warm Hors d'oeuvres

Tray-passed or stationed at your Phoenix Metro event, finished hot off the fire.

Teriyaki Chicken & Pineapple Skewer

Teriyaki Chicken & Pineapple Skewer

Teriyaki-marinated chicken thigh with grilled pineapple chunks.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Perfectly seasoned shrimp grilled on-site.

Sausage-Filled Mushroom Caps

Sausage-Filled Mushroom Caps

Italian mushroom caps filled with pork sausage.

Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

Apple-wood smoked bacon wrapped around a lightly grilled scallop.

Smoked Beef Tenderloin Crostini

Smoked Beef Tenderloin Crostini

With goat cheese and house pesto.

Bourbon Glazed Steak Tips

Bourbon Glazed Steak Tips

Char-grilled sirloin or tri-tip. Bourbon glaze. Garlic butter finish.

03Choose up to 3

Third Course — Dinner: Steaks & Seafood

One selection per guest at your Phoenix Metro event. Minimum 3 servings per selection. Additional protein selections + $32/serving.

Ribeye Steak

Ribeye Steak

The Steakhouse Experience classic — heavily marbled, char-grilled over live fire to a crusted finish with a juicy, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth center.

New York Strip

New York Strip

Cut from the short loin. Bold, beefy flavor with a firm, satisfying bite and the perfect balance of fat and lean — a true Steakhouse Experience staple.

T-Bone Steak

T-Bone Steak

Two premium cuts on one bone — the tender filet on one side, the bold New York strip on the other. Char-grilled over live fire for the ultimate Steakhouse Experience.

Beef Tenderloin

Beef Tenderloin

+ $5 / steak

The most tender cut of beef. Buttery texture, mild flavor, luxurious.

Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon

+ $10/steak

Premium tenderloin cut, buttery and delicate.

Top Sirloin (10 oz) — also known as Picanha

Top Sirloin (10 oz) — also known as Picanha

Lean, flavorful, tender, with a rich beefy taste.

Smoked Prime Rib Roast

Smoked Prime Rib Roast

Slow-smoked to perfection. Smoky crust, perfectly pink center, deep savory flavor.

Beef Tri-Tip

Beef Tri-Tip

Triangular cut from the bottom sirloin. Savory crust, juicy interior, robust beefy flavor.

Grilled Mahi Mahi (8 oz)

Grilled Mahi Mahi (8 oz)

Firm, mild-flavored fish with a slightly sweet taste and flaky texture.

Grilled Snapper (8 oz)

Grilled Snapper (8 oz)

Mild, slightly sweet, firm flaky white flesh.

Lobster Tails

Lobster Tails

+ $20/serving

8 oz of rich, slightly sweet, succulent and buttery lobster.

Grilled Salmon (8 oz)

Grilled Salmon (8 oz)

Rich, buttery, slightly sweet. Smooth flaky texture.

Grilled Chicken Breast

Grilled Chicken Breast

Juicy and tender. House marinade with herbs, spice and a subtle char.

04Choose 2

Sides

Classic wood-fired steakhouse experience accompaniments, scratch-made for your Phoenix Metro event.

Loaded Red Mashed Potatoes

Loaded Red Mashed Potatoes

Mashed reds with bacon, chives and cheddar.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Idaho potatoes with garlic and parsley.

Rosemary Roasted Reds

Rosemary Roasted Reds

Pan-seared, roasted reds with fresh rosemary.

Baked Potato

Baked Potato

Bacon, cheddar, sour cream, chives.

Fresh Whole Green Beans

Fresh Whole Green Beans

No can here.

Grilled Asparagus

Grilled Asparagus

Lightly seasoned, brushed with natural butter, grilled to perfection.

Grilled Squash & Zucchini

Grilled Squash & Zucchini

Vegetable crunch with char from the grill.

Grilled Sweet Corn

Grilled Sweet Corn

Steamed, then grilled on-site.

Roasted Broccoli

Roasted Broccoli

A Steakhouse Experience staple.

Macaroni & Cheese

Macaroni & Cheese

A meal within itself.

Alfredo Penne Pasta

Alfredo Penne Pasta

Our signature alfredo sauce will have you licking the plate.

Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions

Sautéed Mushrooms & Onions

A great addition to any steak.

05Choose 2

Final Course — Dessert

One serving per guest at your Phoenix Metro celebration. Coffee station available.

Assorted Cheesecake Bites

Assorted Cheesecake Bites

Fluffy bites — natural, raspberry, chocolate chip.

French Macaron Assortment

French Macaron Assortment

Raspberry, chocolate, vanilla, pistachio, coffee, lemon.

Chocolate Cake

Chocolate Cake

Layered, moist chocolate cake.

Cheesecake

Cheesecake

Classic, rich and creamy.

Assorted Cake Pops

Assorted Cake Pops

Strawberry & pistachio · mocha coffee with cookie crumble · milk chocolate with coconut.

Cream Puffs

Cream Puffs

French choux pastry balls filled with vanilla cream.

White Petit Fours

White Petit Fours

Vanilla cake, vanilla butter crème, apricot jam, Swiss crème exterior.

Tuxedo Petit Fours

Tuxedo Petit Fours

Royal chocolate and vanilla butter crème, chocolate or Swiss crème coating.

Coffee Station

Coffee Station

Creamer, sugar, Splenda, cups, stirs and straws included.

06Choose 2

Drinks

Refreshing non-alcoholic options served from elegant dispensers at your Phoenix Metro event. Full bar and bartending service available as an add-on.

Refreshing non-alcoholic beverage selections included with Qfire Catering weddings, corporate events and private parties in Phoenix, Scottsdale & San Diego
  • Sweet Tea
  • Peach Tea
  • Unsweet Tea
  • Lemon Tea
  • Lemonade
  • Strawberry-Mint Lemonade
  • Blueberry Lemonade
  • Water

Heads up: this is not an order form. Nothing you pick is locked in — these are just your starting ideas so we can build a personalized quote.Prefer to talk it through? Call 877.848.7211 for faster assistance.

Your Phoenix Metro Selections

Review your picks & request your quote

Scroll up and tap any dish to add it to your selections. You can still submit without picks if you'd like us to walk you through the menu on a call.

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Chef Terry replies within 4 business hours

“Chef Terry — 'The BBQ Daddy' — and his team turned our wedding into the meal everyone is still talking about. Brisket, ribeye, the whole spread. Flawless.”
— Lauren & Mark · Scottsdale Wedding · 220 guests

We'll email you a confirmation and reach out within 4 business hours (or by Monday afternoon on weekends). Prefer to talk now? Call 877.848.7211 for faster assistance.

Steak Catering Planning Guide

How to Plan a Steakhouse-Catered Event in Phoenix Metro

Steak catering in Arizona has to account for the venue, the season and the dinner schedule. A polished result starts with a service plan that protects the food, the guests and the pace of the event.

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Full-Service Buffet

The best fit when guest flow and variety matter most. The presentation stays polished while guests choose their preferred proteins and sides.

02

Family Style

Large serving platters arrive at each table for a relaxed, social dinner that still feels elevated and intentional.

03

Plated Service

Individual courses are served directly to each guest for formal weddings, executive dinners and celebrations built around restaurant-style pacing.

Choosing Your Proteins

Build a menu around the way your guests want to eat.

The strongest steakhouse menus balance richness, tenderness and variety. Rather than choosing only by price, think about the event formality, the range of guest preferences and how you want dinner to feel.

For classic steakhouse flavor

Ribeye and New York strip bring the bold beef flavor and live-fire character most guests expect from a steakhouse dinner.

For a tender, refined plate

Beef tenderloin and filet mignon suit formal dinners where tenderness, clean presentation and individual portions lead the experience.

For a varied guest list

Tri-tip, top sirloin, grilled chicken and seafood make it easier to give guests meaningful choices without losing a cohesive menu.

For a true surf-and-turf moment

Pair a steak selection with salmon, snapper, mahi mahi or lobster so the entrée feels celebratory without requiring every guest to order the same plate.

From menu request to dinner service

A clear sequence keeps the menu, staffing and venue plan moving together.

  1. STEP 1

    Start with the room

    Share the venue, guest count, meal time and event style so the service plan fits the space instead of forcing a restaurant setup into the wrong room.

  2. STEP 2

    Build the menu

    Choose the starters, proteins, sides, desserts and drinks that fit your crowd. The selections above become the starting point for your proposal.

  3. STEP 3

    Choose the service

    Buffet, family style and plated service create different pacing, staffing and guest experiences. The right choice depends on the event—not just the price.

  4. STEP 4

    Confirm the details

    Venue access, final guest count, dietary notes and the dinner timeline are reviewed before the event so the culinary and service teams arrive prepared.

Local Event Logistics

What matters in Phoenix Metro

Desert heat and outdoor dinners

For warm-weather events, shaded preparation space, venue power, access and the final service time should be settled early. That keeps the live-fire experience dramatic without letting the weather dictate dinner.

Resorts, estates and private homes

Each property handles outdoor cooking, load-in and service differently. Sharing the venue early gives the team time to plan around its rules and physical layout.

Valley-wide travel planning

Phoenix Metro events can mean very different drive times and access conditions. The final proposal reflects the actual venue and event details rather than a one-size-fits-all assumption.

Best-Fit Events

When the Steakhouse Experience makes sense

  • Arizona weddings

    An upscale alternative to a standard wedding buffet, with a dining format that can move from cocktail hour through dessert.

  • Corporate dinners

    A strong choice for executive gatherings, client appreciation events and company celebrations where the meal needs to feel substantial.

  • Private celebrations

    Milestone birthdays, anniversaries and hosted dinners gain the energy of live fire without sending the group to a crowded restaurant.

Serving Phoenix Metro

Find steakhouse catering near your event.

Explore local planning details for the communities we serve, or compare the full catering options available across Phoenix Metro.

What Phoenix Metro Clients Say

Rated 4.9 stars — 400+ reviews across multiple review platforms.

"Terry and his crew helped to make our special day magical. We did a food tasting a few weeks prior to the ceremony, and we were instantly sold! The food portions were more than plentiful! On the day of the ceremony, his staff arrived on time, and they were so professional and friendly. The food was amazing — we heard about it from our guests all night long."
Tene
Wedding · 8/20/2025
Verified · Google
"Terry's BBQ is a crowd pleaser and the way to go! All of our wedding guests are still talking about the BBQ from the wedding. Terry provides a great personal presence and energy — people said he could have easily been the MC! He truly cares about making the guests happy and holds his employees to high standards."
Mindy T.
Wedding · 11/15/2021
Verified · Google
"Best 50th Birthday Dinner EVER! HUGE shoutout to Chef Terry and his amazing assistant, Leslie! They literally brought the steakhouse to my backyard — he brought his own grill! Every New York Strip, chicken, and salmon was grilled perfectly to temperature. What a FEAST!"
Tangy Robinson
50th Birthday · 1/20/2026
Verified · Google

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Serving Phoenix, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Mesa, Tempe and surrounding areas. Tell us your date, guest count and venue — we'll send a custom proposal within 4 business hours.

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