Available at our Niagara-on-the-Lake Location
An affordable option for the do-it-yourselfer! Everything you need for your own backyard pig roast. Pigs come fully seasoned and mounted on a roasting pole. Simply plug it in, light the fire, and you're ready to roast!
For information on our Ready Roasted Pigs please click here
What we provide:
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PigOut’s propane or charcoal roaster (your choice)
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Seasoned pig, mounted on a roasting pole, ready for cooking
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Thermometer to check when the pig is ready
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Easy cooking and carving instructions
What you need:
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Truck or trailer for picking up the roaster
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Straps to secure the roaster during transportation
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Power outlet for operating the motor
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Knife, tongs, and scissors for carving
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20lb tank of propane or high quality charcoal (depending on the roasting system chosen)
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Dry cloths or oven mitts for lifting the cooked pig
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Water, dish soap, and scrubbing sponge for cleaning
What Size Pig?
Choosing the right size pig depends on how you plan to serve your guests
As a general guideline, a whole pig yields approximately 40% cooked meat from its raw weight
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a 60lb pig will yield about 24lbs of cooked meat
For Dinner Service:
We recommend allowing 1-1.5lbs of raw pig per guest, depending on appetites and side dishes
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A 60lb pig will typically serve 40-60 guests
For Sandwiches:
Plan for an average of 5oz of cooked meat per bun
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a 60lb pig will yield approximately 80 sandwiches
Rental FAQ
Which roaster should I choose?
PigOut Propane Roaster - Fully Automated
Enjoy the aromas and watch your pig roast without having to do anything!
Simple roasting instructions are included.
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Roaster size: 60L” x 24W” x 42H” – fits in the back of standard box pickup truck
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Fully automated – plug and go
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15-20lb an hour cook time
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7hrs of cooking per 20lb propane tank
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Smoke and fume-free
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Carve directly off the roaster
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Easy to maneuver over all terrains with large 10” tires
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Keep out of the wind for efficient roasting
An Insulated Carry Bag and Handled Meat Tray are available to rent
to safely transport your raw or cooked pig.
PigOut Charcoal Rotisserie
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Foldable and can fit in the trunk of any vehicle
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Can include a charcoal firebox and wind guards, or set up over your own fire pit
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The average cook time is 10lbs per hour (depending on wind and weather)
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Lump charcoal is recommended – 8kg of charcoal is approx. 1 hour of cooking (wind and weather dependent)
Table Top Carving Stand and Meat Tray are available to rent for easy carving and service.
Where do your pigs come from?
Our pigs are locally sourced from Mennonite Farms in Elmira. All pigs are naturally raised on Ontario farms and are hormone and antibiotic-free. We guarantee our pigs to be the freshest available. We can generally secure any size pig requested (20-140lb).
How do I reserve a roaster?
Simply fill in the rental booking request form; a credit card is required to secure your booking. Scan, email or fax your request to us at catering@pigout.ca or (289) 968-4678. We will send confirmation once all information has been received. Get your requests in early to guarantee your date.
Do you provide delivery?
We can provide delivery of your roaster rental depending on the date selected and the availability of our staff. A delivery and collection fee will apply. We can only deliver roaster rentals within the Niagara Region.
How do you carve a pig?
Carving instructions are included with the roaster operating guide. You can view the How to carve a pig video below
Do I have to clean the roaster?
Please make sure the roaster gets cleaned out at the end of each use. A $80 cleaning fee will apply if the roaster is returned dirty.
