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// Meeting Catering

Meeting catering in Toronto & the GTA

Keep the meeting moving with labelled packaged burrito bowls, a simple taco bar, or a cleaner bowl buffet from $13/person for 10+ guests.

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Halal chicken & beefVegetarian optionsVegan optionsDietary needs confirmedAllergies reviewed in advanceClearly labelled packaged mealsGTA-wide deliveryMade fresh to order10+ guestsHalal chicken & beefVegetarian optionsVegan optionsDietary needs confirmedAllergies reviewed in advanceClearly labelled packaged mealsGTA-wide deliveryMade fresh to order10+ guests

// Quick answer

What works best for meeting catering?

The best meeting catering format depends on whether the group eats together or eats in waves. For boardrooms, trainings, and shorter lunch windows, individually packaged burrito bowls usually create the cleanest handout and the least disruption.

If everyone breaks together and the room has buffet space, a Taco Bar from $13/person or a Burrito Bowl Buffet from $14/person gives the team more choice. Prices are before delivery, add-ons, and 13% HST.

// Format comparison

Choose the right meeting catering setup

FormatStarts atBest forWhy it works in meetings
Individually packaged burrito bowls$13/personBoardrooms, training days and short lunch breaksClearly labelled meals, easier dietary sorting, and no buffet queue
Taco bar buffet$13/personShared team lunches and casual office meetingsMore guest choice when the whole group can break together
Burrito bowl buffet$14/personWorking lunches that want a hot buffet with less messOne bowl-focused line keeps the setup simpler than tacos
Food pricing is before delivery, add-ons and 13% HST. Use $40 as the standard Toronto delivery planning figure unless the location needs a larger quoted fee.

// Buffet or packaged

Start with how the room will eat

Choose packaged meals when

People need to eat at their seats, several departments are sharing the order, or the meeting only allows a short handout window.

  • Guest names or dietary labels matter
  • The lunch break is short
  • Several rooms or staggered timing are involved

Choose a buffet when

The group can pause together and the meeting can spare enough room for a self-serve line with warm food trays.

  • Everyone eats at the same time
  • The room has space for buffet setup
  • Guest choice matters more than fast handout

// What meeting buyers need

The details that make meeting catering easier

Labelled meals for mixed diets

One meeting order can include halal chicken, seasoned ground beef, and vegan tofu or bean-and-corn. Send the exact counts before the quote is finalized.

Simple pricing before approval

The quote should show food, delivery, add-ons, and HST separately so the organizer can approve the real total rather than a bare starting price.

Room and building instructions

Share the floor, elevator, parking, security, and on-site contact details early. Meeting catering tends to fail on access details more often than on the menu itself.

// Operational fit

Protect the agenda, not just the food

Meeting catering works best when the lunch setup respects the room, the schedule, and the handout flow.

For boardrooms and client-facing meetings

Packaged bowls usually keep the room cleaner and let the group eat without building a buffet line in the middle of the meeting.

  • Easier seat-by-seat distribution
  • Cleaner presentation for smaller rooms
  • More controlled dietary handout

For internal team meetings

Taco or bowl buffets can work well when the meeting intentionally includes a shared lunch break and there is enough time for a line.

  • Better for casual shared meals
  • Works when the team eats together
  • Adds guest choice without a second order

// What to send

The quote gets better when these details are clear

  • The meeting date and requested delivery time
  • The guest count and exact dietary breakdown
  • The office address, floor, room, parking, and elevator details
  • Whether people eat together or in waves
  • Whether you want packaged meals or a buffet line
  • Any disposable, drink, chips, or dessert add-ons needed

// FAQ

Meeting catering Toronto — FAQ

What is the best catering format for a meeting?

Use individually packaged meals when the meeting has a short lunch break, several rooms, or tighter dietary control. Use a buffet when the group eats together and the room has space for a self-serve line.

How much does meeting catering cost in Toronto?

La Rio's meeting catering starts at $13 per person for individually packaged burrito bowls and Taco Bars. Burrito Bowl Buffets start at $14 per person. Delivery, add-ons and 13% HST are separate.

Can one meeting order include halal and vegan meals?

Yes. Halal chicken and seasoned ground beef and vegan tofu or bean-and-corn can be included in the same order. Send exact counts and any allergy or labeling requirements before the quote is finalized.

Does meeting catering include setup staff?

Standard service is hot delivery in catering trays with basic self-serve setup, or labelled packaged meals ready for handout. Staffing, ongoing buffet service, on-site cooking and teardown are separate requirements to discuss before booking.

What details should I send for a meeting catering quote?

Send the date, requested delivery time, guest count, address, room or floor details, whether people eat together or in waves, and the dietary breakdown. That lets the written quote reflect the real event instead of a generic starting price.

Plan meeting catering without slowing down the day

Send the date, headcount, office location, delivery time and dietary counts, and we will recommend the best meeting-friendly format.

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// Written Google reviews

A few words from recent customers

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Written Google review

We catered for 50 people and the taco bar was a hit!

Nicole D.50-guest birthday · Oakville
Written Google review

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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