// Cost calculator

Estimate your catering cost.

Pick a format and guest count for an instant ballpark — per person, delivery and HST included.

What this package includes
  • 3 soft corn or flour tortillas per person
  • Choose any 2 proteins
  • Choose any 4 toppings
  • Choose any 3 sauces
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Enter a whole number from 10 to 1,000. Larger events: contact us for a quote.
Orders of 100+ guests use at least the large-order allowance. Choose large or complex for smaller orders with access requirements. The quote confirms your fee.
Protein upgradesUpgrade estimates apply to the full guest count. Confirm your exact protein quantities in the quote.
Optional sides, drinks and supplies

Per-person extras cover the whole group. Enter a quantity for cans or pieces. Package inclusions are not charged again.

// Quick reference

Food cost by guest count

Format20 guests50 guests100 guests200 guests
Taco Bar$260$650$1,300$2,600
Fajita Bar$300$750$1,500$3,000
Burrito Bowl Bar$300$750$1,500$3,000
Mixed Bar$320$800$1,600$3,200
Packaged Bowls$260$650$1,300$2,600
Packaged Taco Kits$260$650$1,300$2,600

Food only — add the confirmed delivery fee and 13% HST.

// Planning guide

How to use this calculator to budget catering

Choose a package, enter the number of people eating and select your delivery city. Add any protein upgrades, sides, drinks and supplies you need. The estimate separates food, extras, delivery and tax so you can compare options on the same basis.

For the most accurate planning number, choose your format, set the guest count, and include delivery. Then request a quote so we can confirm your menu, dietary mix, address, and any add-ons.

// Completed events, practical ideas

See what other offices ordered for 30, 50 and 100 guests

Use these confirmed orders for menu ideas. Each organiser chose quantities for their own group; your preferences and dietary counts may differ.

30 guests · Mississauga

For a Mississauga work lunch on September 23, 2026, La Rio’s supplied a Complete Taco Celebration for 30 guests: 13 chicken portions, 13 beef portions and four tofu portions, with chips, guacamole, churros and drinks.

Planning detail: For an office lunch upstairs, include the entrance, floor and reception handoff in the delivery instructions. Give the guest count for each protein and check the current package inclusions before choosing extras.

Uses today's Complete Taco Celebration and a third protein. Chips, guacamole, churros, drinks and disposables are already included in the package. Serving utensils require confirmation and are not priced here.

50 guests · North York

La Rio’s catered a repeat work function for 50 guests in North York on September 24, 2026. The order combined soft corn tortillas, chicken, beef and tofu, with guacamole and a coordinated loading-dock delivery.

Planning detail: When repeating a work lunch, reconfirm the headcount, serving equipment and building access each time. Include loading-dock instructions and the intended meal time with the quote request.

Uses today's Classic Taco Bar with a third protein, guacamole, chips and salsa, and disposables. Chips and salsa were complimentary at the past event; this current estimate charges the published add-on price. Serving utensils are not priced here.

100 guests · Scarborough

A Scarborough corporate lunch on September 17, 2026 brought together 100 guests around a Complete Taco Celebration. The confirmed protein counts were 43 grilled chicken, 42 ground beef and 15 tofu portions.

Planning detail: For a large office lunch, send a final protein count and confirm the room, security access and serving equipment. Plate style is worth checking when the meal centres on tacos.

Uses today's Complete Taco Celebration and a third protein. Package drinks and disposables are included once. Confirm serving utensils and plate style in the quote; no utensil charge is included in this estimate.

Plan quantities and portions · Compare current package estimates

// FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How is the catering estimate calculated?

We multiply the current package price by guest count, add selected protein upgrades and optional extras, add the city and delivery planning allowance, then calculate 13% HST. Included package extras are not charged again.

Is the estimate the final price?

It is a planning estimate for the selections shown. Exact delivery, protein quantities, serving utensils, staffing and custom requests must be confirmed in the written quote.

What's the minimum for catering?

We cater all formats for 10 or more guests.

// Planning library

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// Written Google reviews

A few words from recent customers

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Written Google review

“On time and amazing food! Highly recommend :)”

Maddy M.15-guest bowl bar lunch · OakvilleGoogle notification received:
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“We catered for 50 people and the taco bar was a hit!”

Nicole D.50-guest birthday · Oakville
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“Their food is so amazing.”

Preeti J.Recurring office-lunch client · Toronto
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“Excellent food. Great selection. Delivery was prompt / on time. Food was well laid out.”

Kanta R.25-guest corporate lunch · Markham

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