Who are Tailgate Cruiser's partner caterers?

We deliver and set up the equipment and our partner caterers deliver their delicious food. 

• Party In A Box brings everything to you in one convenient package.
• You tell us what you need and we take it from there.  
• All you need to do is show up.  

We have catering partners throughout Washington, DC and Northern Virginia with enough variety to satisfy just about every palate.  You tell us your budget and the type of food you would like and we take it from there.  We make our best effort to provide you with at least three options to choose from.

How much does Party In A Box cost?

It comes down to what you decide to order. We'll take your order and develop a per head pricing schedule that includes the catered food and the rental equipment delivery and setup  Click the Equipment Packages tab at the top of the page for more information.

How does group funding work and how do we split the bill online?

By far it's the easiest way for friends to pool money together online and split the bill.  We have partnered with Crowdtilt to provide the platform in which to group fund your rental order.  You don't need a PayPal account and we don't ask for any financial information.  You can use just a regular ol' credit card to make it happen. 

We set up everything and just need some preliminary information:

• First, determine the rental equipment you need for your party.
• Next, decide which catering company you would like to use and how much food you want.

With those two pieces of information we will set up a website specifically for your party with a dollar goal for your group to reach - it looks something like this.  You and your friends start chipping in to reach that goal and you are only charged if the goal is met.  Nobody's credit card is charged if the group does not meet the goal.

Click here to get started.

How much do you charge for delivery and pickup? 

We offer free delivery in Vienna, VA.  Customers also have self-service option to pick up and return their tailgating equipment with no additional delivery fees.

We charge a $25 flat rate delivery/pickup fee for orders within 25 miles of Vienna, VA.  Simply place the rental products into your shopping cart and schedule equipment delivery and pick up during checkout.  Please call or email us for more information (571) 306-2170 or andy@tailgatecruiser.com.

What are your Reservation, Cancellation and Deposit Policies? 

Your equipment reservation will be held once you submit your order.  We have a 24 Hour Cancellation Policy meaning you will get a full refund if you decide to cancel your order more than 24 hours in advance of the scheduled delivery date.  Cancellations inside 24 hours are subject to a $25 cancellation fee.  We will hold a $50 deposit for all rental orders.  The deposit will promptly be refunded once equipment is returned in undamaged, good working order.

Which dates are you available? 

Any time that you need the equipment.  Our service is ideally suited for those occasions where you just need the equipment for an event and it doesn't necessarily have to involve tailgating - things like backyard barbecues, lacrosse tournaments, soccer games, or family outings.  You name the place and we'll make sure you get the equipment.

Will the equipment fit into my car? 

Obviously that depends on the amount of equipment you rent.  To get a general idea of the space requirements, watch this video of us loading the equipment into a Toyota Prius. 

What time will my equipment be ready? 

We will have your equipment ready for delivery the day prior to you needing it.  Tailgate Cruiser comes to you!  We deliver to your home, hotel, work or other designated location.  During the checkout process you'll be asked to enter the date, time, and location for equipment delivery and pick up.  Pick up times are usually scheduled for the day after the event.

Is food included or available for purchase? 

Tailgate Cruiser does not sell food but we will help get it for you.  We focus on delivering the tailgating hardware to you so you don't have to buy or clean it.  We have partnerships with catering services that will deliver the food and beverages to your doorstep.

Do I have to clean the equipment before I return it? 

No.  Have a great time tailgating and simply return the equipment to us at the scheduled pickup time.  We appreciate your courtesy in taking care of the equipment.

What if it rains? 

The tailgate rental agreement is in effect even if your event is cancelled for weather.  For weather cancellations, we will make our best effort to grant customers full or partial credit to be used at a future date of their choice (depending on the availability of rental equipment).  Unfortunately, we cannot refund the $25 delivery/pick up fee for parties that are cancelled due to weather.

Customer Terms of Use

This Equipment Rental Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered between Andy’s BBQ Cruiser, LLC (“Company”) and the person renting the equipment (“Customer”).

A $50 deposit is required on all rental orders.  Deposit will be promptly refunded upon return of the equipment in an undamaged, good working order.  The $50 deposit will be placed on the same charge as the customer’s rental order.

A $25 flat rate delivery/pickup fee will automatically be assessed on all rental orders.  The $25 flat rate fee is only valid for orders within 25 miles of Vienna, VA.  We will deliver tailgate rental orders outside the 25 mile limit on a case-by-case basis. Those deliveries will be subject to an additional delivery charge. Please call or email us for more information (571) 306-2170 or sales@tailgatecruiser.com.

1.    Equipment Rental.  Customer hereby agrees to lease from Company the equipment identified on Exhibit 1 (the “Equipment”), and as consideration therefore, Customer agrees to pay the rental fees in the amounts set forth on Exhibit 1.  Customer and Company agree that this Agreement shall apply to all Equipment leased by Customer from Company.

2.    Title to Equipment.  Title to the Equipment shall remain at all times with Company.  No title or right to the Equipment shall pass to the Customer, except the rights herein expressly granted.

3.    Maintenance and Alterations.  Customer agrees that at the time Customer takes possession of the Equipment, the Equipment is in good working order.  Customer shall keep the Equipment in good condition and working order and shall only use the Equipment for its intended purpose.  The Company shall be responsible for all regular maintenance of the Equipment.  If the Equipment malfunctions, Customer will promptly notify the Company, and the Company will use its best efforts to promptly and adequately repair or replace the equipment.  The Customer shall not change or alter the Equipment, and any such change or alteration will void all maintenance obligations of the Company.

4.    Term and Termination of Agreement.  This Agreement shall continue in full force and effect until (a) the Equipment is returned by Customer to the Company, or (b) the Company retrieves the Equipment from the Customer’s area of use of the Equipment at an agreed-upon time.  Unless otherwise agreed in advance, the Company may retrieve the Equipment at any time after the start of the event for which Equipment has been rented (the “Event”).  If the Event is a sporting event, the Company may retrieve the Equipment at any time after the beginning of play unless otherwise agreed and noted on Exhibit 1.  If the Event is a concert or performance, the Company may retrieve the Equipment at any time after the beginning of the performance unless otherwise agreed and noted on Exhibit 1.  NO REFUND WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER THE CUSTOMER HAS TAKEN POSSESSION OF THE EQUIPMENT, EVEN IF THE EVENT IS CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON. 

5.     Geographic Restrictions.  Customer’s rights of possession of the Equipment only permit the use of the Equipment in the immediate vicinity of the parking area associated with the Event. 

6.     Responsible Use.  Customer agrees that Customer has familiarity and knowledge regarding the Equipment and can and shall operate the Equipment in a safe manner and only in the manner for which it was intended by the manufacturer.  Customer may not permit the equipment to be used by another party without the express written consent of the Company.  Customer agrees that the Customer has had an opportunity to request and receive training in the use of the Equipment, including the grill. Customer further agrees not to leave the grill or any other Equipment in a dangerous condition, nor to operate the grill in a state of inebriation. 

7.     Liability.  During the term of this Agreement, the Customer shall be solely responsible for any loss or damage to the Equipment.  The Customer shall also be solely liable for all claims, including but not limited to claims for personal injury, death, or damage to property arising, directly or indirectly, out of the use of the Equipment.  The Customer hereby assumes and shall bear the entire risk of loss for theft, damage, destruction or other injury to the Equipment from any and every cause whatsoever.  Customer shall indemnify the Company and hold it harmless for claims for any of the foregoing, including associated legal fees and expenses.  No such loss or damage shall impair any obligation of the Customer under this Agreement, which shall continue in full force and effect.  IN THE EVENT OF DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF THE EQUIPMENT (OR ANY COMPONENT THEREOF), THE CUSTOMER SHALL PAY THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE EQUIPMENT.

8.    Payment: Required Credit Card Information.  A valid MasterCard or VISA (account information provided below) is required for the rental and other charges contemplated by this Agreement, including payment for the Equipment in the event of loss or damage as provided in this Agreement).  Customer hereby authorizes the Company to charge the credit card provided to pay for the charges covered by this Agreement.  Customer hereby certifies that the information provided is true and correct as of the date given.  Customer agrees to promptly update the information in the event it changes before Company makes the appropriate charges under this Agreement.

9.     Default.  If the Customer defaults in any performance of this Agreement, then (i) this Agreement may be terminated by the Company, (ii) the Company shall have the right to remove the Equipment, without notice, and (iii) the Company shall be entitled to pursue any other remedies available to it at law and in equity.

10.   Assignment.  Neither the Customer nor the Company may assign or transfer any rights, duties, or obligations herein without the prior written consent of the other, and any purported attempt to do so shall be null and void.

11.   No Waiver.  Waiver of breach or failure to strictly enforce the terms of this Agreements hall not preclude a party from asserting a subsequent or continuing breach or from otherwise requiring strict compliance with the terms of this Agreement.

12.   Warranties.  THE COMPANY MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE SUITABILITY, DURABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR INTENDED USE.  IN NO EVENT SHALL COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY FAILURE OF THE EQUIPMENT OR ANY PERFORMANCE BY COMPANY.

13.   Entire Agreement.  This Agreement, including the terms and conditions referenced below, constitutes the entire Agreement between the parties on the subject matter contained herein.  This Agreement supersedes all prior oral or written agreements between the parties.  This Agreement may be amended only as mutually agreed upon in writing.