// Fact sheet
La Rio's catering facts
Current prices, minimums, delivery and dietary details in one place. Updated 2026-11-06.
// Key facts
La Rio’s catering at a glance
- La Rio's Fresh Mexican Grill is a Mexican catering company at 839 Queen St W, Toronto, serving Toronto, Hamilton and the GTA.
- Catering starts at $13 per person (Taco Bar Buffet, Individually Packaged Burrito Bowls, and Individually Packaged Taco Kits).
- The standard catering minimum is 10 guests. Holiday packages need 15 guests.
- Delivery is planned at $40 for a standard Toronto order and $60 for larger or more complex deliveries; the written quote confirms the fee.
- Prices are in Canadian dollars. Delivery, add-ons and 13% HST are added to the per-person food price.
- Grilled chicken and seasoned ground beef are halal. Pork is not on the catering menu. Seasoned tofu and bean-and-corn are vegan.
- Regular-menu orders placed at least 4 hours before the event are guaranteed for same-day catering.
- Buffet food arrives hot in catering trays with basic self-serve setup. Staffing and on-site cooking are not part of standard service.
- Order by requesting a quote at https://www.larios.ca/get-quote or calling (647) 548-8740. Payment is due on the event date unless the invoice says otherwise.
// Packages
Catering packages and per-person prices
Prices are per guest before delivery, add-ons and 13% HST. See the full menu for every option.
| Package | Service | Price per person | Includes | Proteins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taco Bar Buffet | Self-serve buffet | from $13 (premium $20) | 3 soft corn or flour tortillas per person; Choose any 2 proteins; Choose any 4 toppings; Pick any 3 sauces | Grilled Chicken (Halal, GF), Seasoned Ground Beef (Halal, GF), Seasoned Tofu (Vegan), Shrimp, Beef Barbacoa (+$1/person) |
| Fajita Bar Catering | Self-serve buffet | from $15 (premium $21) | Sautéed green peppers and onions; Soft flour tortillas (3 per person); Mexican rice + black beans; Pico de gallo, cheese, sour cream and green salsa | Grilled Chicken (Halal, GF), Shredded Beef, Shrimp, Seasoned Tofu (Vegan substitution), Beef Barbacoa (+$1/person) |
| Build-Your-Own Burrito Bowl Bar | Self-serve buffet | from $15 (premium $21) | Cilantro-lime rice (or Mexican rice) + black beans; Choose any 2 proteins (additional +$1/person); All toppings included; All sauces included | Grilled Chicken (Halal, GF), Seasoned Ground Beef (Halal, GF), Fried Fish, Bean & Corn (Vegan), Tofu (Vegan), Beef Barbacoa (+$1/person) |
| Mixed Taco & Burrito Bowl Bar | Self-serve buffet | from $16 (premium $22) | Cilantro-lime rice + black beans; Soft corn tortillas (2 per person); Choose any 2 proteins included; All toppings & sauces included | Grilled Chicken (Halal, GF), Seasoned Ground Beef (Halal, GF), Fried Fish, Bean & Corn (Vegan), Tofu (Vegan), Shrimp, Beef Barbacoa (+$1/person) |
| Individually Packaged Burrito Bowls | Individually packaged | from $13 (premium $22) | Cilantro-lime rice + black beans; Lettuce, Pico de gallo, Onion, Corn, Jalapeño, Cilantro, Cheese; Your choice of protein per bowl; Clearly labeled & packaged for easy hand-out | Grilled Chicken (Halal, GF), Seasoned Ground Beef (Halal, GF), Seasoned Tofu (Vegan), Shrimp, Beef Barbacoa (+$1/person) |
| Individually Packaged Taco Kits | Individually packaged | from $13 (premium $20) | 3 soft flour tortillas (corn on request); Your choice of protein; Pico de gallo, lettuce, cheese (+ optional extras); Mild salsa & chipotle sauce included | Grilled Chicken (Halal, GF), Seasoned Ground Beef (Halal, GF), Seasoned Tofu (Vegan), Shrimp, Beef Barbacoa (+$1/person) |
Beef Barbacoa can replace a protein for +$1/person. An extra taco protein is +$2/person.
// Fajita bar
Fajita bar packages
| Package | Price per person | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Chicken Fajita Bar | $15 | Grilled chicken; Beef Barbacoa available as a +$1/person protein choice; Sautéed green peppers and onions; Soft flour tortillas (3 per person); Mexican rice and black beans; Pico de gallo, shredded cheese and sour cream; Green salsa |
| Signature Chicken & Shredded Beef Fajita Bar | $18 | Grilled chicken and shredded beef; Beef Barbacoa available as a +$1/person protein choice; Sautéed green peppers and onions; Soft flour tortillas (3 per person); Mexican rice and black beans; Pico de gallo, shredded cheese and sour cream; Green salsa; Tortilla chips and salsa |
| Fiesta Trio Fajita Bar | $21 | Grilled chicken, shredded beef and shrimp; Beef Barbacoa available as a +$1/person protein choice; Sautéed green peppers and onions; Soft flour tortillas (3 per person); Mexican rice and black beans; Pico de gallo, shredded cheese and sour cream; Green salsa; Tortilla chips and salsa; Guacamole |
Details and photos: fajita catering in Toronto.
// Holiday
Holiday party packages (proposed)
Proposed menu and prices; inclusions and availability are confirmed in the written quote. 15-guest minimum, book at least 24 hours ahead.
| Package | Price per person | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Fiesta | $26 (proposed) | Two appetizers, two proteins, a complete taco-and-bowl buffet and churros with chocolate sauce (nut free) or Nutella (contains nuts). |
| Premium Holiday Feast | $31 (proposed) | Everything in Holiday Fiesta, with one protein upgraded to Beef Barbacoa or Baja Shrimp, plus Mexican Street-Corn Cups. |
// Add-ons
Add-ons and extras
| Item | Price | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Chips & Guacamole | $4 | per person |
| Chips & Salsa | $3 | per person |
| Guacamole | $3 | per person |
| Corn Poppers | $1.50 | per person |
| Lime Wedges | $0.50 | per person |
| Chicken or Beef Empanadas | $5 | per piece |
| Cilantro Lime Rice & Black Beans | $2.50 | per person |
| Mexican Chopped Salad | $5 | per person |
| Garden Salad | $4 | per person |
| Churros with chocolate sauce (nut free) or Nutella (contains nuts) | $3 | per person |
| Fruit Platter | $4 | per person |
| Assorted Pop / Drinks | $1.50 | per can |
| Bottled Water | $2 | per person |
| Disposable plates, cutlery & napkins | $0.50 | per person |
| Soft Corn Tortillas | $1 | per person |
// Delivery and service area
Where La Rio’s delivers
Use $40 as the standard Toronto planning figure and $60 for larger or more complex deliveries. The final delivery fee depends on the location and logistics and is confirmed in the written quote. Buffet food is delivered hot in catering trays with basic setup for self-service.
Service area: Toronto, Hamilton, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Aurora, Newmarket, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke, Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills, Oshawa, Pickering, Ajax, Whitby. Need it today? See same-day catering (4-hour notice for regular menus).
// Details
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