Football season has finally made it to Arizona. Saturdays are for college games, Sundays are for the Cardinals, and rivalry season is right around the corner. Somewhere in the Valley, a host is setting up a projector in the backyard and wondering how they’re going to feed thirty people without missing the whole first half.
Aioli Gourmet Burgers takes that off your plate. We cater football watch parties, tailgates, and neighborhood game day events across the Phoenix area with drop-off burger bars, private grill chefs, and our food truck.
Why Burgers Make the Best Game Day Food
Game day food needs to be easy to eat with one hand, because the other one’s usually busy reacting to the TV. Burgers have filled that role forever, and a gourmet burger bar takes them up a notch.
Aioli Gourmet Burgers has been feeding Valley crowds since our first food truck hit the road in 2014. Our White Truffle Swiss ranked number four on ABC15’s list of must-try burgers in Arizona, and our trucks are regulars on ABC15’s A-List for Valley food trucks. Feeding big, hungry groups is what we do every week.
Game Day Catering Options for Every Kind of Fan
Drop-off burger bar for the living room crowd. This is the easiest option of the season. We deliver all-beef patties with a full spread of hot and cold toppings and condiments. Set it up before kickoff and nobody has to leave the couch for long.
Private grill chef for the backyard watch party. Our free-standing grill service brings a chef to your yard to cook burgers to order while you watch the game. Guests build their own with all the toppings, and our house chips come on the side. You get to enjoy your own party for once.
Food truck for the block party. If you’re turning game day into a neighborhood event, the Aioli food truck serves burgers and golden fries made to order. It’s a great fit for HOA watch parties, community viewing events, and big group celebrations.
Full catering for large groups. For fantasy league parties and office game day lunches, our full menu adds cheesesteaks, Greek-inspired dishes, and wraps.
Build Your Game Day Lineup
Chef Tommy D’Ambrosio, a Culinary Institute of America graduate and Chopped Champion, creates every Aioli menu, and the big flavors fit right in on game day. The New Mexico Burger brings Hatch green chiles and green chile aioli. The Italiano is stacked with bacon, fresh mozzarella, basil, and balsamic reduction. Mac and cheese bites tend to disappear by halftime. Vegetarian fans can grab the falafel burger or swap a Beyond patty onto any burger. Take a look at the truck menu to plan your spread.
Tips for Planning a Game Day Watch Party
Book around the big games. Rivalry weekends and late-season matchups are the most requested dates, so reach out as soon as you know which game you’re hosting.
Serve before kickoff or at halftime. Timing the food around the game means nobody misses a big play.
Find some shade. Fall afternoons in Phoenix can still get warm. Set the food up somewhere shaded and close to the screen.
Plan for seconds. Football crowds come hungry. Give us an honest headcount so nobody runs short in the fourth quarter.
Book Your Game Day Catering
Your team is handling the game, and we’ll handle the food. Start your catering inquiry or call (602) 848-8823 to lock in your watch party date.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best catering for a football watch party in Phoenix?
A drop-off gourmet burger bar is one of the easiest choices because guests serve themselves and the host can watch the game. Aioli Gourmet Burgers also offers private grill chefs and food trucks for bigger parties.
Can I hire a private chef to grill burgers at my house in Phoenix?
Yes. Aioli’s free-standing grill service sends a private chef to your home to cook burgers on-site while guests build their own.
Can a food truck come to a neighborhood watch party?
Yes. The Aioli food truck serves HOA events, block parties, and community watch parties that have space to park.
How far in advance should I book game day catering?
Book as soon as you know your date. Rivalry weekends and late-season games usually fill up first.
Do you have vegetarian game day options?
Yes. The falafel burger is meat-free, and any burger can be made with a Beyond patty.