// Guest-count pricing

How much does catering cost for 50 people?

Here’s a planning-level estimate for 50 guests in Toronto and the GTA. We’ve compared the main La Rio’s catering formats with delivery and 13% HST so you can budget fast.

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For 50 people, the lowest current example on this page is Taco Bar at $779.70 all-in. That includes food, standard delivery, and HST.

Compare every option using the same guest count, delivery figure, add-ons and tax. The written quote confirms the menu quantities, logistics and final total before booking.

// Cost breakdown

Example catering prices for 50 guests

Format	Food	Delivery	HST	Total	All-in / guest
Taco Bar $13.00/person	$650.00	$40.00	$89.70	$779.70	$15.59
Fajita Bar $15.00/person	$750.00	$40.00	$102.70	$892.70	$17.85
Burrito Bowl Bar $15.00/person	$750.00	$40.00	$102.70	$892.70	$17.85
Mixed Bar $16.00/person	$800.00	$40.00	$109.20	$949.20	$18.98
Packaged Bowls $13.00/person	$650.00	$40.00	$89.70	$779.70	$15.59
Packaged Taco Kits $13.00/person	$650.00	$40.00	$89.70	$779.70	$15.59

Delivery defaults used on this page: standard delivery ($40.00). Final delivery can vary by address, timing, and event size.

// Quick answer

Best fit for 50 guests

Taco Bar

Our signature build-your-own taco bar. 3 soft corn or flour tortillas per person, two proteins, and a fresh spread of toppings and sauces — guests build their own.

Total example: $779.70
All-in per guest: $15.59
Best for: budget-conscious group catering, office lunches, and straightforward event planning

// What changes the total

Why the final quote for 50 guests may land higher or lower

The estimates on this page are meant to speed up planning, not replace the written quote. The biggest pricing changes usually come from the chosen format, extra proteins, add-ons, disposables, the delivery address and whether the event needs buffet-style service or clearly labelled packaged meals.

For example, offices with staggered attendance often prefer individually packaged bowls even when a taco bar looks cheaper at first glance, because labels and faster handout reduce operational headaches. Weddings and private parties often add drinks, churros or chips and guac, which changes the real total more than the guest count alone.

// How to use this page

Use the estimate to shortlist the right format before requesting the exact price

Use packaged-meal examples when names, labels or multi-room distribution matter.
Use taco, bowl or mixed-bar examples when guests can eat from one shared buffet line.
Compare the all-in per-guest number, not only the base food subtotal.
Send the address, timing, dietary counts and add-ons to get the written total that reflects the real event.

Adjust packages, extras and delivery for 50 guests →

// Completed events, practical ideas

A real menu for 50 guests

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

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.

Read the menu and customer feedback →Estimate a similar 50-person event →

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.

Plan quantities and portions · Compare current package estimates