Before the game starts
Delivery should leave enough time for lobby access, elevator time, table setup and the first serving window before the 6:00 PM ET kickoff.
- Confirm building access
- Choose buffet or packaged handout
- Add disposables if needed
// Grey Cup party catering
Grey Cup party catering in Toronto
Plan a game-day spread that is easy to serve before kickoff and satisfying through halftime. La Rio's delivers taco bars, fajita bars, burrito bowl buffets and individually packaged Mexican meals for Grey Cup watch parties of 10+ guests.
// Quick answer
What should you serve at a Grey Cup party?
The best Grey Cup party catering is easy to grab, flexible for mixed diets and simple to refill between plays. For 2026, the 113th Grey Cup is scheduled for Sunday, November 15 with kickoff listed at 6:00 PM ET, so Toronto hosts should plan delivery before guests arrive.
Start with a taco bar, a hot fajita bar, a burrito bowl buffet or individually packaged bowls, then add chips, guacamole, churros, drinks, disposables and serving utensils if the party runs through the full game.
// Watch-party planning
Plan the food around kickoff
During the game
The menu should work while people are watching, moving around and returning for seconds. Simple proteins, toppings and sauces keep the table useful without creating a slow line.
- Easy plate building
- Good halftime flow
- Clear dietary labels
// Game-day formats
Grey Cup menus that fit the room
Condo or house party
A taco bar or packaged bowls keep the setup simple when the host has limited counter space and guests are grazing through the game.
- 10+ guests
- Good for mixed arrival times
- Easy to add chips and guacamole
Office watch party
Bowl bars and taco bars work well in boardrooms, lounges and office kitchens where the group can eat together before kickoff.
- Shared buffet table
- Halal and vegan choices
- Clear written quote
Community or client event
A hot fajita bar gives a larger event a warmer, more substantial feel without needing full-service catering.
- Hot buffet
- Three price tiers
- Works for larger guest counts
// Menu planning
Grey Cup party catering formats and starting prices
Prices below are before delivery, add-ons, disposables and 13% HST. The written quote confirms the final total for your date, headcount, address and selected menu.
| Format | Starts at | Best for | Included planning notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taco bar buffet | $13/person | House parties, office watch parties and casual football gatherings | 3 soft corn or flour tortillas per person, 2 proteins, toppings and sauces |
| Burrito bowl bar | $15/person | Groups that want a filling buffet with bowls instead of tortillas | Rice, black beans, 2 proteins, toppings and sauces |
| Hot fajita bar | $15-$21/person | A warmer game-day spread, office party or client lounge | Chicken, peppers and onions, tortillas, rice, beans, toppings and salsas |
| Packaged burrito bowls | $13/person | Condos, offices, theatres, lounges and labelled dietary meals | Portioned bowls with selected protein, rice, beans, toppings and labels |
Minimum 10 guests. Disposable plates, cutlery and napkins are available for $0.50 per person and are not included in base package pricing.
// Timing guide
A simple Grey Cup catering timeline
Use the game schedule to work backward from kickoff. The quote can include the requested delivery window, setup notes and serving-supply needs.
| Moment | Planning focus | Host note |
|---|---|---|
| Before kickoff | Delivery and setup | For a 6:00 PM ET kickoff, request delivery early enough for building access, table setup and guest arrival. |
| First quarter | Buffet line or handout | Keep the first serving window simple so guests can get food without missing the start of the game. |
| Halftime | Second pass at the table | A buffet works well when guests can return for toppings, sauces or sides during halftime. |
| After the game | Cleanup and leftovers | Plan disposables, serving utensils and garbage access with the venue or host before the order is finalized. |
// Budget examples
Food subtotal examples before delivery, add-ons and HST
These examples use current La Rio's package starting prices so hosts can compare formats before requesting the final written quote.
| Scenario | Suggested format | Starting food subtotal | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20-person condo watch party | Taco bar or packaged bowls | $260 food subtotal | A practical food baseline for a smaller private party before delivery, add-ons and HST. |
| 40-person office game day | Burrito bowl bar | $600 food subtotal | A filling buffet option when the group has one shared eating window. |
| 75-person football party | Classic chicken fajita bar | $1,125 food subtotal | A hot buffet that feels more event-ready for a bigger watch party. |
| 100-person community event | Taco bar buffet | $1,300 food subtotal | The lowest starting food subtotal for a large game-day meal before delivery and HST. |
Examples are planning estimates only. Final totals depend on delivery address, add-ons, taxes, disposables, serving utensils and selected proteins.
// Menu options
Compare the main Grey Cup party formats
These formats cover watch parties, office lunches, condo rooms and larger game-day events. For full ingredient lists, compare the main catering menu.
Taco Bar Buffet
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.
from $13/person
Fajita Bar Catering
A hot fajita buffet with sautéed peppers and onions, tortillas, rice, black beans, toppings and sauces. Choose chicken, chicken and shredded beef, or a chicken, shredded beef and shrimp trio.
from $15/person
Build-Your-Own Burrito Bowl Bar
Cilantro-lime rice, black beans, two proteins, and all the toppings and sauces — a customizable bowl bar for groups with different preferences.
from $15/person
Individually Packaged Burrito Bowls
Pre-portioned, clearly labeled bowls — cilantro-lime rice, black beans, your protein and fresh toppings. Ideal for offices, schools and events where easy distribution matters.
from $13/person
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// Catering planning checklist
Send these details for a faster Grey Cup quote
Game-day timing
Include the event date, guest arrival time, requested delivery window and whether food should be ready before kickoff or closer to halftime.
Headcount and dietary split
Send exact counts for halal, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-aware and allergy-specific meals. The dietary guide explains current options.
Venue logistics
Add the full address, room or floor, parking notes, security desk details, elevator timing and whether disposables or serving utensils should be included.
// Accuracy notes
Current La Rio's rules used on this page
This guide is based on La Rio's current catering rules for Toronto and GTA group orders: 10+ guests, taco bars from $13/person, burrito bowl bars from $15/person, individually packaged burrito bowls from $13/person, and fajita bars from $15/person. Same-day catering is guaranteed when a complete order is placed at least four hours before the event time.
Base package pricing does not automatically include delivery, 13% HST, optional add-ons, disposable plates, cutlery, napkins or serving utensils. La Rio's is an independent caterer and this page is not affiliated with or endorsed by the CFL or Grey Cup.
// Keep planning
Helpful internal guides for Grey Cup party catering
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// FAQ
Grey Cup party catering FAQ
What is good food for a Grey Cup party?
Good Grey Cup party food is easy to serve, filling and flexible enough for guests to build a plate while watching the game. Taco bars, burrito bowl bars, fajita bars and individually packaged bowls all work well because guests can choose proteins, toppings and sauces without a formal sit-down meal.
When is the 2026 Grey Cup?
The 113th Grey Cup is scheduled for Sunday, November 15, 2026, with kickoff listed at 6:00 PM ET on the official CFL schedule. For Toronto watch parties, plan delivery before guests arrive so the food is ready ahead of kickoff.
How much should I budget for Grey Cup party catering?
La Rio's Grey Cup party catering options start at $13 per person for taco bars and individually packaged burrito bowls, $15 per person for burrito bowl bars and $15-$21 per person for fajita bars. Delivery, add-ons, disposables and 13% HST are separate.
Is a buffet or individually packaged meal better for a football party?
Choose a buffet when guests arrive around the same time and can build plates from one table. Choose individually packaged meals when the party is in a condo room, office, lounge or venue where quick handout and labels matter more.
Can a Grey Cup party order include halal, vegan and vegetarian guests?
Yes. La Rio's can include halal chicken and ground beef, vegan tofu, bean-and-corn, vegetarian choices and gluten-aware corn tortilla options. Send exact quantities and allergy notes before finalizing the quote.
What time should Grey Cup catering be delivered?
For a 6:00 PM ET kickoff, many hosts plan delivery about 45-90 minutes before kickoff, depending on building access, setup time and guest arrival. The written quote confirms the requested delivery window.
Are plates, cutlery and napkins included?
Disposable plates, cutlery and napkins are not included in base package pricing. They can be added for $0.50 per person, and serving utensils can be added when needed.
Is La Rio's affiliated with the CFL or Grey Cup?
No. La Rio's is an independent Toronto caterer. This page is for private, office and community watch-party catering and is not an official CFL or Grey Cup event page.
// Real catering examples
Menus and feedback from completed office events
Past menus and customer feedback, with links to the current choices for your own event.
// Vaughan · 24 guests
A bowl bar for a 24-person Vaughan office meeting
La Rio’s catered a 24-person office meeting in Vaughan on September 25, 2026 with a burrito bowl bar, grilled chicken, a beef barbacoa upgrade and churros with chocolate dip.
See the Vaughan menu and feedback →// Mississauga · 30 guests
A taco lunch for 30 colleagues in 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.
See the Mississauga menu and feedback →Planning a Grey Cup watch party?
Send the date, time, location, headcount, menu preference and dietary notes. We'll reply with a detailed written quote.