No. Right now our inventory fluctuates where we cannot name exactly what will be in the packages, and cannot guarantee exact items. Our goal is to stay consistent with the product categories outlined in each package. We obviously will not select any gross flavors or off-brand, cheap imitations. Our goal is to curate great selections for our customers. As we grow, more product and features will be added.
Spend More Time Sunnin’ and Less Time Luggin’
Cater Gators is a vacation-saver. Food near the beach and marina in Carolina Beach is slim pickin’s. We deliver curated cooler options to beach-goers and boaters from North Pier to Alabama Ave, and the marina in-between. It’s the perfect option for a group, with kid‑friendly add‑ons.
Thanks for a great 2023 season! We'll be back for summer 2024!
What's in our coolers
Our curated cooler packages offer a variety of meals, snacks, and drinks — perfect for 4 people. While meals like sandwiches and salads can be split, if you have more than 6 people we recommend selecting 2 coolers. We also have kid‑friendly add‑ons — perfect for 2 children.
We are focused on improving our offering over time. Right now, there is limited customization because of inventory and resourcing. As we grow, we will release new iterations of products and ordering capabilities.
The Italian
Wherever you go, it’s a little slice of Italy.
- Subs + Wraps + Salads
- Pasta salad
- Fruits
- Meats + Cheeses
- Hummus
- Crackers + Chips
- Sparkling water + Water
- Chocolates
The Classic
You're on vacation, so is the diet.
- Subs + Chicken Tenders
- Potato / Pasta Salad
- Fruits
- Jerky
- String Cheese
- Chips + Salsa
- Soda + Water
- Cookies
+ 
Waves + Wellness
For the times when the beach is your lifestyle.
- Salads + Wraps
- Fruits + Veggies
- Meats + Cheeses
- Hummus
- Healthy snacks
- Sparkling / Coconut water + Water
- Dark Chocolates
The Seaside
You can’t go to the beach and not eat seafood.
- Sushi
- Sandwich (not seafood)
- Fruits + Veggies
- Chips
- Hummus
- Sparkling water + Water
- Dark Chocolates + Coconut
Add a Kid-Friendly Cooler to your order
Good for 2 hungry kids.
- Chicken Tenders + Wrap
- Crackers / Chips
- Fruit Snacks
- Yogurt
- String Cheese
- Fruits / Veggies
- Gatorade + Water
- Dessert
How does it work?
- Choose the Beach or Marina.
- Select the Date of Delivery (limited to 25/day).
- Choose an Available Time Slot (limited to 10/hour).
- Pick from List of Drop-Off Location.
- Select your cooler(s).
- Place your order.
- Receive reminder on morning of reservation.
- Cooler(s) delivered to drop-off location.
- Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Our orders for the following day stop at 7pm. Our drop-off for the marina is scheduled based on the boat you’re on and the trip you’re taking. Our drop off for the beach starts at the North Pier on the hour and goes south to Alabama Ave.
No. Although, we try to take all food allergies into account. Please be aware that all food selections are packaged individually. Please refer to individual packages for particular ingredients before opening or consuming. We will try our best, but we cannot guarantee that all packages are safe for all allergies.
Yes, we have a 2-kid option add-on for packages. You cannot book a kids option without a cooler package.
We include a total of 8 beverages per cooler package, 2 per person.
Yes, we have a calendar function allowing you to book ahead of time.
Yes! We are very environmentally conscious. Our coolers for the boat are picked up, sanitized, and reused. Our beach coolers are biodegradable.
If you miss your designated drop off window, we will catch you on the next delivery hour. If you miss the last delivery hour, we will call you to coordinate.
If you are a part of a boat charter, we will go by whatever the Captain says. If they do not cancel, we will not cancel. If you are at the beach, we will email you by 9am giving you the option to get a refund.
For the marina, in order to get a refund, please contact support before 7pm the night before your delivery. For the beach, please contact support before 7am the day of your delivery. Support information is in your order confirmation email. Please refer to our refunds and returns page for further instructions.
Coolers are delivered approximately 20 minutes before the vessel departs the charter boat basin area. You step on and have food and drinks for the day.
They get retrieved within 1 hour of the vessels scheduled arrival back at the dock.
No. Not yet. Hopefully we can get that going in the summer of 2023.