On-Site Truck
The full smoke show — we park, fire up, and serve from the window. Best for festivals, corporate events, and backyard blowouts.
Catering & events
An event they'll still be talking about.
From backyard parties to corporate lots, weddings to wakes — Hoakie Smoakes brings the smoker to you. Competition-grade barbecue, served hot, by people who treat your event like it matters.
Who we serve
We've fed them all.
Weddings
Ceremony to reception — same pitmaster, same smoke, nothing to hide.
Corporate
Office lunch, board retreat, appreciation day — same-day quote, full setup.
Private Parties
Backyard BBQ, milestone birthday, reunion — any size, fully handled.
Festivals
We park the truck, run the window, and feed the crowd all day.
How we do it
Pick your style.
Drop-Off Buffet
Hot, ready, and waiting. We deliver everything set up — you serve at your own pace. Perfect for office lunches and smaller gatherings.
Full-Service Plated
White-glove service from pit to table. We plate and serve each guest — ideal for weddings and formal receptions.
The packages
Pick your plate.
The Truck Pull-Up
25–150 guests
We park, we smoke, we serve. Your guests order from the window like it's Food Truck Friday — easy, fun, and zero cleanup for you.
- On-site food truck service
- Choice of two smoked meats
- Two house sides
- Sauces, buns & fixings
Great for company lunches, ball games, and neighborhood events.
Most booked
The Spread
30–200 guests
Full barbecue buffet, dropped off or served on-site. Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, and the sides that made our name.
- Three smoked meats
- Three house sides
- Sauces, buns & serving setup
- Drop-off or on-site service
Built for weddings, reunions, and big celebrations.
By the Pound
Any size
Just need the meat? Order brisket, pork, and ribs by the pound with sides on the side. You handle the rest.
- Smoked meats by the pound
- Sides by the pan
- Sauces included
- Pickup or delivery
Serving Post Falls · Coeur d'Alene · Spokane & North Idaho · full-service from ~25 guests · book weddings 3–6 months out
Common questions
Catering FAQs.
- How far in advance should I book?
- For weddings and large events, reach out 3–6 months ahead — summer weekends fill fast. For company lunches and smaller parties, 2–4 weeks is usually plenty. We'll always tell you honestly if we can make a date work.
- What's your service area?
- We cover Post Falls, Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Rathdrum, and greater Spokane including Spokane Valley. Events farther out are welcome too — a travel fee may apply.
- Do you do drop-off, or cook on-site?
- Both. Drop-off is great for office lunches and smaller gatherings. For weddings and bigger events we recommend full-service — we park, smoke, serve, and clean up so you don't have to think about food.
- Is there a minimum?
- Catering starts around 25 guests for full-service. Smaller order? Ask us about by-the-pound pickup. Tell us your headcount and we'll point you to the right option.
- Can you handle dietary needs?
- Our menu is meat-forward BBQ, but several sides are vegetarian-friendly and we can accommodate dietary requests with advance notice. Just let us know when you request a quote.
- How do we lock in a date?
- Send us the date, headcount, and event type through the form and we'll get a quote back to you — usually the same day. A deposit holds your date once you're ready.
Tell us about your event
Let's feed your people.
Date, headcount, and what you're celebrating — we'll build a plate that fits. Most quotes come back same-day.