Award-winning BBQ | Metro Detroit, Michigan
Real smoke.
Real flavor.
Unforgettable events.
Metro Detroit's award-winning BBQ, slow-smoked to perfection and served at your next unforgettable celebration.
The BBQ Experience
Great BBQ isn't rushed. It's crafted.
Every rack, every brisket, every pan of mac 'n cheese starts with patience. Jason built Jay Ray's the slow way — experimenting with his own sauces and spices, dialing in cooking methods and temperatures until the volunteer taste-testers started lining up.
Hometown champs
Winner of the ribs cook-off in Wyandotte, Michigan.
Smoked low & slow
Brisket, ribs, pulled pork and chicken — given the time real BBQ demands.
Award-winning flavor
Our journey from passionate hobby to professional catering was propelled by a hometown ribs cook-off victory.
Built for your crowd
Flexible menus for gatherings of 25 guests or more, tailored to your event.
Catering for every occasion
You bring the people.
We'll bring the BBQ.
Signature BBQ
Smoked low. Served proud.
Jason Ray · Pitmaster
Meet the Pitmaster
Meet the man behind the smoke.
Jay Ray's came together out of a passion and love for cooking — especially if it could be cooked on a grill. A regular with the food channel, Jason's childhood passion for cooking came flooding back, and BBQ's greats became his heroes.
He experimented with his own sauces and spices, cooking methods and temperatures. The line of volunteer taste-testers grew, demand outgrew his home kitchen, and he rented a commercial kitchen. Jay Ray's BBQ was born.
Then came the win at the ribs cook-off in his hometown of Wyandotte, MI — and the catering requests poured in.
Wedding Catering
Your big day deserves unforgettable BBQ.
Swap the forgettable banquet chicken for something guests will talk about for years. Our full-service wedding catering includes set up, food maintenance, tear down and clean up — with five customizable packages to fit your menu.
Graduation Parties
The diploma is earned. The BBQ is on us.
Open house season is hectic. Let us handle the food so you can actually enjoy the party — crowd-pleasing BBQ, classic sides, and a menu built around your guest count.
Kind Words
What our guests say
“The food was amazing! Jay was extraordinary to work with. From help developing our menu; communication; delivery and service - all impeccable! Our guests were all raving over how delicious the food was. Five star experience!”
“I have had the food many times…always delicious. I ordered it for a catered lunch at work, not only was it delivered on time, but the food was still piping hot. The staff is always amazing…they will help you with figuring out everything needed for your event!!”
“Hands down the best catered food I have ever had. Meats are moist, sides are flavorful. Highly recommend Jay Rays BBQ.”
Now booking across Metro Detroit
Got an event? We've got the smoke.
From weddings and graduations to company celebrations and backyard parties, Jay Ray's brings unforgettable BBQ to your table.