Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted BBQ Catering Partner in Olympia, WA
Founded in 1994, Marv's Marvlus Pit Bar-b-q has established itself as the premier BBQ catering company in the Puget Sound region. Our owners, Chris Murphy and Lance Anderson, bring decades of combined experience in the food service industry, specializing in creating unforgettable culinary experiences through expertly smoked meats and exceptional service. We cater a wide range of events including weddings, corporate functions, celebrations, and funerals, tailoring each menu to the client's vision while maintaining our signature smoky flavor.Our commitment to client satisfaction is reflected in our personalized approach, from initial consultation to event execution, ensuring seamless logistics and stress-free planning. With a focus on quality ingredients and innovative menu design, we consistently exceed expectations, earning repeat business and glowing testimonials from satisfied clients across the South Sound.
Services
Wedding Catering
Corporate Events
Private Parties
Funeral Services
Menu Customization
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined BBQ catering expertise since 1994
- Our client-focused approach prioritizes personalized menu design and event logistics
- We cater diverse occasions from weddings to corporate events with equal excellence
- Our custom menus feature premium smoked meats and seasonal sides
- Proven track record with 100+ glowing client testimonials
What people say
Best BBQ ever eaten
Outstanding presentation
Stellar service
Perfect event logistics
Amazing coleslaw
Services
Wedding Catering
Our wedding catering service transforms special days into unforgettable culinary experiences with premium smoked meats and custom menus. We handle all logistics from setup to service, ensuring stress-free planning while delighting guests with our signature smoky flavors. With proven expertise in coordinating with venues and vendors, we guarantee timely execution and exceptional presentation.
Corporate Events
Elevate corporate gatherings with our professional BBQ catering featuring gourmet smoked meats and seasonal sides. We deliver timely service within designated windows while maintaining presentation quality that impresses executives and employees alike. Our team specializes in large-scale events with seamless coordination and consistent flavor excellence.
Private Parties
Transform birthdays, reunions, and celebrations into memorable BBQ experiences with our customizable menus and on-site cooking demonstrations. We provide complete catering solutions from appetizers to desserts, adapting to any group size while maintaining our signature smoky flavor profile that guests consistently rave about.
Funeral Services
Offer comfort through quality BBQ during difficult times with our respectful and discreet catering service. We provide nourishing meals that honor traditions while accommodating dietary needs, ensuring seamless service that allows families to focus on remembrance without logistical concerns.
Menu Customization
Our expert menu design service translates client visions into cohesive BBQ experiences featuring premium proteins and seasonal accompaniments. We work closely with clients to create balanced menus that reflect event themes while maintaining our signature smoky flavor profile that has become our hallmark.
People
Chris Murphy
Pit Master & Co-Owner
With decades in food service, Chris excels at smoked meat preparation and menu design. His culinary expertise spans from premium beef to organic poultry, creating memorable flavor profiles for every event.
Lance Anderson
Client Relations & Co-Owner
Lance focuses on client relationships and service excellence. His extensive hospitality experience ensures seamless event execution and consistent quality that has built lasting client partnerships.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, private parties, funerals, graduations, and any occasion requiring exceptional BBQ service.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, we offer vegetarian options and can adapt menus to accommodate common dietary requirements when notified in advance.
Do you provide service ware and staffing?
We provide complete catering packages including service ware, utensils, and professional staff for setup and service.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking 3-6 months ahead for weekends, though we accommodate last-minute requests when possible.
Can I customize my menu?
Absolutely! We specialize in custom menu design, allowing you to select from our BBQ specialties and seasonal offerings.
Reviews (4)
Dan Wallace
Sep 25, 2021
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Amazing food and amazing service. Our wedding guests loved their BBQ. Thanks for making our day a great success.
Adam Kenney
Aug 04, 2021
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I thought the pulled pork was OK. The smoke didn't reach the internal meat. It is regular, but $10 a sandwich is not worth it at all. Need to step it up on your sandwiches if you doing $10.
Sara Fretts
Feb 19, 2021
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My new husband and I just had thee best wedding and the food was one of the biggest contributors to that! Amazing quality, perfection (if there is such a thing!), a million good compliments from my guests, communication and execution despite a questionable weather situation, but Lance and his team blew us away! Can't say enough good things. We had brisket, pulled pork on brioche, smoked beecher mac and cheese, fruit salad, and thee most amazing potato salad I ever had. Everyone went back for seconds. Their presentation and service was superb! Highly recommend!
Gary Verona
Feb 08, 2021
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So.on another day that you are just going through the daily routine. I hear that work got bbq in to cater to us employees. Naturally I hear food and am quickly on the hunt. What I find is joyous. First thing I see is this whopping mound of mac n cheese.wow.it was soooooo good. Potato salad had just the flavor I like. Pulled pork sandwiches were amazing as well as the chicken pieces I was inhaling.
All in all.the food was excellent. I actually ate quite alot and was stuffed to the gills. Got to meet the two fine owners and they were very nice folks indeed. Coming all the way to feed us down here in centralia wa. was a marvelous treat.thank you so much. Support your local business they are the backbone of a community.and thanks for that mac n cheese.
All in all.the food was excellent. I actually ate quite alot and was stuffed to the gills. Got to meet the two fine owners and they were very nice folks indeed. Coming all the way to feed us down here in centralia wa. was a marvelous treat.thank you so much. Support your local business they are the backbone of a community.and thanks for that mac n cheese.
