The Empire Polo Club in Indio is one of the most famous event grounds in the world — home to Coachella and Stagecoach festivals and a year-round destination for polo matches, private events, and large-scale celebrations. Whether you’re hosting a festival weekend party, a pre-show VIP gathering, or a private event near the polo grounds, Big Smoke BBQ has the catering locked down.
We specialize in drop-off BBQ catering near the Indio Polo Grounds — slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork, surf & turf, and cookout classics delivered directly to your venue, vacation rental, or event space. We’ve handled festival weekend catering for groups from 10 to 250+ across the Coachella Valley.
Also serving nearby events: Coachella Festival catering and Stagecoach Festival catering.
Our Catering Menus
Authentic BBQ
Appetizers: Southern Smoked Sliders · Hickory Bacon Wrapped Dates · Deviled Egg Flights · Smoked Jalapeño Poppers · Cowboy Charcuterie Board · Smoked Chicken Salads
Entrees: BBQ Sandwiches · BBQ Baked Potato · Big Smoked Wings · Big Smoke Bowls
BBQ By The Lb: Big Smoke Brisket · Smoked Sausage · Real Deal Ribs · Pulled Pork · Smoked Pulled Chicken
Sides: Baked Beans · Baked Potatoes · Coleslaw · Mashed Potatoes · Mac n Cheese · Sweet Potatoes
Full BBQ Menu or call (760) 531-6060
American Cookout
Appetizers: Deviled Egg Flights · Big Smoked Wings · Smoked Jalapeño Poppers · Cowboy Charcuterie Board · Hickory Bacon Wrapped Dates
Entrees: Grilled Tri-Tip Burgers · Big Smoke Bratwurst · Big Smoked Wings · Whole Tri-Tip
Sides: Baked Beans · Baked Potatoes · Coleslaw · Mashed Potatoes · Mac n Cheese · Sweet Potatoes · Grilled Veggies
Full Cookout Menu or call (760) 531-6060
Surf & Turf
Appetizers: Surf & Turf Skewers · Crab Stuffed Mushrooms · Shrimp Cocktail · Lobster Bisque Shots
Entrees: Lobster Tails · King Crab Legs · Grilled Filet Mignon · Surf & Turf Combos
Sides: Garlic Mashed Potatoes · Grilled Asparagus · Roasted Corn · Caesar Salad
Full Surf & Turf Menu or call (760) 531-6060
Authentic Brunch
Appetizers: Smoked Salmon Bites · Mini Quiches · Fruit Skewers · Mimosa Bar Setup
Entrees: Smoked Brisket Benedict · BBQ Breakfast Bowls · Chicken & Waffles · Smoked Breakfast Burrito
Sides: Hash Browns · Fresh Fruit · Pastry Basket · Yogurt Parfaits
Full Brunch Menu or call (760) 531-6060
Book Your Catering Today
Big Smoke serves events across the Coachella Valley — 5 to 250+ guests. Drop-off catering, full-service setup, bartending, and vacation rental stocking all available.
Call (760) 531-6060 or get a free quote online.
More catering options: Stagecoach · Coachella · AMEX Golf · Bachelorette Parties · Bachelor Parties