Italian Lunch Essentials
$13.95 / person
- One pasta, lasagna or other listed entrée
- Italian garden salad
- Garlic bread
Minimum 10 guests · Delivery and 13% HST are additional.
Catering menu
Italian catering menu and prices
Pick your pastas, mains and something sweet. Buffet packages start at $13.95 per guest. Lunch Essentials and Signature start at 10 guests; Feast starts at 15 guests. Explore every dish below, plus lunch boxes, the pasta bar and add-ons. Delivery and 13% HST are extra.
- Buffets
- From $13.95 / guest
- Lunch boxes
- Five choices, from $15
- Pasta bar
- Four options, from $17
- Notice
- 48 hours
Build your own Italian sandwich bar
A shared lunch, made your way
Choose breads, proteins, fillings, sauces and salads for your group. Minimum 15 guests. Prices in CAD before delivery and 13% HST.
The essentials
Italian Classic
$12 / person
- One sandwich per person
- One bread selection
- One protein
- Four vegetable and filling choices
- Two sauces
- One Italian salad
Minimum 15 guests · Shared sandwich bar
Build this sandwich bar →A little more variety
Bella Italia Experience
$23.95 / person
- Three bread selections
- Four proteins
- Six vegetable and filling choices
- Three sauces and spreads
- Two Italian salads
- Kettle chips
Minimum 15 guests · Shared sandwich bar
Build this sandwich bar →The full spread
Little Italy Premium
$27.95 / person
- Three bread selections
- Six proteins
- All premium fillings and cheeses
- Four sauces and spreads
- Two salads
- Kettle chips
- Mini Italian dessert assortment
Minimum 15 guests · Shared sandwich bar
Build this sandwich bar →Premium fillings and dessert assortment portions are confirmed in your written quote.
One lunch, individually packed
Italian sandwiches and wraps
Minimum 15 people for individual lunches. Each price includes the complete lunch below, with delivery and 13% HST added separately.
Every individual lunch includes
- One full sandwich or wrap
- Individual Italian chopped salad or pasta salad
- Kettle chips or Italian herb potato wedges
- One mini dessert or biscotti
Side and dessert preferences, mixed-variety quantities and minimums are confirmed in your written quote.
The Italian Porchetta
Herb-roasted pork, provolone, arugula, roasted red peppers, balsamic glaze and garlic aioli on ciabatta.
$18.95 / person
Choose this lunch →Little Italy Meatball Sub
Italian pork meatballs, tomato basil sauce, melted mozzarella and Parmesan on a toasted Italian sub roll.
$18.95 / person
Choose this lunch →Vegan Chicken Italiano
Grilled plant-based chicken, roasted peppers, zucchini, arugula, vegan pesto and balsamic glaze on ciabatta.
$17.95 / person
Choose this lunch →Mediterranean Vegan Wrap
Italian vegan chicken, grilled eggplant, zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, baby spinach and vegan garlic spread.
$17.95 / person
Choose this lunch →Tuscan Pork Wrap
Sliced Italian herb pork, provolone, roasted peppers, romaine, red onion and sun-dried tomato aioli.
$18.95 / person
Choose this lunch →Pass it around
Italian sandwich platter prices
One sandwich variety per platter. Medium: 10 whole sandwiches cut into 20 halves. Large: 20 whole sandwiches cut into 40 halves.
| Sandwich selection | Medium · 10 whole / 20 halves | Large · 20 whole / 40 halves |
|---|---|---|
| The Italian Porchetta | $179.50 | $349 |
| Little Italy Meatball Sub | $179.50 | $349 |
| Vegan Chicken Italiano | $169.50 | $329 |
| Mediterranean Vegan Wrap | $169.50 | $329 |
| Tuscan Pork Wrap | $179.50 | $349 |
You can order one medium platter of 10 whole sandwiches. The 15-person minimum applies to sandwich-bar packages and individual lunches.
Sandwich platters are delivered hot. Tell us your meal time and building access details so we can confirm the arrival window in your written quote.
Prices include sandwiches, preparation and platter presentation. Salad, chips and dessert from the complete individual lunches are not included in platter prices. Delivery and 13% HST are additional.
Explore sandwich platter catering in Toronto, portions and delivery →
Build your platter order →Additional individual lunches
Three Italian-inspired pasta boxes
Individually packed lunches, each with garden greens, cucumber, cherry tomato and balsamic dressing, garlic and herb focaccia, and a chef’s assorted cookie.
Little Italy Catering Tuscan Chicken Pasta Box
$19.95 / person
- Penne pasta with roasted tomato and basil sauce
- Herb-marinated grilled chicken breast
- Garden greens, cucumber, cherry tomato and balsamic dressing
- Garlic and herb focaccia
- Chef’s assorted cookie
- Individually packed
Minimum 10 guests · Individually packed · 48 hours’ notice
Little Italy Catering Mediterranean Garden Pasta Box
$17.95 / person
- Penne pasta with creamy tomato rosé sauce
- Roasted Mediterranean vegetables and crispy chickpeas
- Garden greens, cucumber, cherry tomato and balsamic dressing
- Garlic and herb focaccia
- Chef’s assorted cookie
- Individually packed
Minimum 10 guests · Individually packed · 48 hours’ notice
Little Italy Catering Italian Meatball Pasta Box
$19.95 / person
- Penne pasta with slow-simmered tomato basil sauce
- Three Italian beef meatballs
- Garden greens, cucumber, cherry tomato and balsamic dressing
- Garlic and herb focaccia
- Chef’s assorted cookie
- Individually packed
Minimum 10 guests · Individually packed · 48 hours’ notice
For a mix of the new boxes, tell us the quantity of each selection so we can confirm minimums and any cutlery requirements. The two original box menus remain available at their existing prices.
Additional pasta-bar menus
Choose your Classic, Signature or Premium pasta bar
The existing set-menu pasta bar remains available. These three additional packages let you request choices from the pasta, sauce, topping, finishing-touch, salad and bread selections below.
Little Italy Catering Classic Pasta Bar
$19.95 / guest
- One pasta
- One sauce
- One protein or vegetarian topping
- Two finishing touches
- One salad
- One bread
Minimum 15 guests · 48 hours’ notice
Little Italy Catering Signature Pasta Bar
$24.95 / guest
- Two pastas
- Two sauces
- Two proteins or vegetarian toppings
- Three finishing touches
- One salad
- One bread
Minimum 15 guests · 48 hours’ notice
Little Italy Catering Premium Italian Pasta Bar
$29.95 / guest
- Two pastas
- Two sauces
- Three proteins or vegetarian toppings
- All finishing touches
- Two salads
- Two bread selections
Minimum 15 guests · 48 hours’ notice
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| Component | Classic Pasta Bar · $19.95 | Signature Pasta Bar · $24.95 | Premium Italian Pasta Bar · $29.95 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pastas | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Sauces | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Proteins or vegetarian toppings | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Finishing touches | 2 | 3 | All |
| Salads | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Breads | 1 | 1 | 2 |
All listed choices, including tortellini and beef ragu, are included at the advertised tier price within its selection counts. Minimum 15 guests for every tier. Standalone component prices are separate; confirm portions in your written quote. An attended cooking station, equipment and staffing are quoted separately.
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| Tier | Food | Delivery | HST | Planning total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Italy Catering Classic Pasta Bar | $598.50 | $40 | $83.01 | $721.51 |
| Little Italy Catering Signature Pasta Bar | $748.50 | $40 | $102.51 | $891.01 |
| Little Italy Catering Premium Italian Pasta Bar | $898.50 | $40 | $122.01 | $1,060.51 |
Examples exclude disposables, premium requests and separately quoted services.
By person, pan or platter
Build-your-own pasta-bar selections
Prices in CAD before delivery and 13% HST. Half pans serve 10–12; full pans serve 18–20. Each pan contains one menu component, rather than a complete meal. Bread quantities are shown by piece.
These descriptions outline researched recipe profiles. Final ingredients and preparation are confirmed with your written quote.
Pasta choices
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| Selection | Per person | Half pan · serves 10–12 | Full pan · serves 18–20 | Plan an order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short, ridged pasta tubes with angled ends that hold tomato and creamy sauces. | $4.95 | $44.95 | $84.95 | Request a quote |
| Spiral-shaped pasta that catches sauces and small pieces of toppings. | $4.95 | $44.95 | $84.95 | Request a quote |
| Wide, ridged pasta tubes suited to chunky ragù, meatballs and vegetable sauces. | $5.50 | $49.95 | $94.95 | Request a quote |
| Bow-tie pasta with a pinched centre; a choice for tomato or creamy sauces. | $5.50 | $49.95 | $94.95 | Request a quote |
| Long, round pasta strands. Choose your sauce and toppings separately within your package allowance. | $5.50 | $49.95 | $94.95 | Request a quote |
| Small, ring-shaped pasta parcels with a cheese filling. Sauce and other toppings are selected separately. | $7.95 | $74.95 | $144.95 | Request a quote |
Signature sauces
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| Selection | Per person | Half pan · serves 10–12 | Full pan · serves 18–20 | Plan an order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A tomato sauce with basil, garlic and olive oil. | $3.95 | $34.95 | $64.95 | Request a quote |
| A creamy sauce with roasted garlic, butter and Parmesan. | $4.95 | $44.95 | $84.95 | Request a quote |
| A pink sauce combining tomato with cream for a milder, rounded flavour. | $4.50 | $39.95 | $74.95 | Request a quote |
| A tomato sauce with garlic and chilli for guests who prefer some heat. | $4.25 | $39.95 | $74.95 | Request a quote |
| Roasted red pepper pesto blended with cream. Pesto ingredients and any nuts are confirmed before ordering. | $5.50 | $49.95 | $94.95 | Request a quote |
| Sautéed mushrooms and garlic in a creamy herb sauce. | $5.50 | $49.95 | $94.95 | Request a quote |
Proteins and vegetarian toppings
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| Selection | Per person | Half pan · serves 10–12 | Full pan · serves 18–20 | Plan an order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herb-marinated grilled chicken, sliced for adding to your chosen pasta and sauce. | $5.95 | $54.95 | $104.95 | Request a quote |
| Italian-style beef meatballs to add to your selected pasta and sauce. | $6.50 | $59.95 | $114.95 | Request a quote |
| Beef cooked slowly with tomato and aromatic vegetables until tender; a hearty pasta topping. | $8.50 | $79.95 | $154.95 | Request a quote |
| Mushrooms sautéed with garlic and herbs for an earthy pasta topping. | $4.50 | $39.95 | $74.95 | Request a quote |
| A roasted vegetable mix for topping pasta. The seasonal vegetable selection is confirmed with your order. | $4.25 | $39.95 | $74.95 | Request a quote |
| Chickpeas roasted until crisp and seasoned with Italian herbs. | $3.95 | $34.95 | $64.95 | Request a quote |
Finishing touches
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| Selection | Per person | Half pan · serves 10–12 | Full pan · serves 18–20 | Plan an order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grated Parmesan cheese, served as a finishing touch for pasta. | $2.25 | $19.95 | $37.95 | Request a quote |
| Shredded mozzarella cheese for a mild, creamy finish. | $2.50 | $22.95 | $42.95 | Request a quote |
| Chopped basil and parsley to finish your chosen pasta. | $1.50 | $13.95 | $25.95 | Request a quote |
| Chilli flakes for heat and garlic-infused oil for a savoury finishing drizzle. | $1.50 | $13.95 | $25.95 | Request a quote |
| Toasted breadcrumbs seasoned with garlic, adding crunch to pasta. | $1.75 | $15.95 | $29.95 | Request a quote |
| Chopped sun-dried tomatoes and olives for a savoury, tangy pasta finish. | $2.75 | $24.95 | $46.95 | Request a quote |
Salads and bread
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| Selection | Per person | Half pan · serves 10–12 | Full pan · serves 18–20 | Dozen · 12 pieces | Platter · 24 pieces | Plan an order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chopped lettuce, cucumber, tomato, red onion and roasted pepper with an Italian-style vinaigrette. | $3.75 | $34.95 | $69.95 | — | — | Request a quote |
| Orange segments, shaved fennel, red onion and olives with a citrus and olive-oil dressing. | $3.95 | $39.95 | $74.95 | — | — | Request a quote |
| White beans, red onion, leafy greens and capers in a lemon and olive-oil dressing. | $4.25 | $39.95 | $79.95 | — | — | Request a quote |
| Focaccia flavoured with rosemary and garlic, served as your selected bread accompaniment. | $2.50 | — | — | $29.95 | $54.95 | Request a quote |
| Toasted garlic bread as a pasta-bar accompaniment. These package/platter prices follow the pasta-bar menu. | $2.25 | — | — | $27.95 | $49.95 | Request a quote |
| Bread topped with tomato, basil, garlic and olive oil, offered as a pasta-bar bread selection. | $3.50 | — | — | $38.95 | $74.95 | Request a quote |
All listed choices, including tortellini and beef ragu, are included at the advertised tier price within its selection counts. Minimum 15 guests for every tier. Standalone component prices are separate; confirm portions in your written quote.
Please tell us about all allergies, dietary needs and restrictions. Little Italy Catering is not a gluten-free restaurant; cross-contamination may occur.
Before you order
Dietary needs and quantities
Meat-free choices on this menu include Penne Tomato Basil, Pasta Primavera, Eggplant Parmesan and the roasted chickpeas with seasonal vegetables. Per-dish dietary labels are still being finalised, so we only show dietary information specifically confirmed for the listed selections. Tell us your counts and any allergies and we confirm ingredients, sourcing and preparation before accepting the order; the details are on our dietary and allergens policy.
Not sure how much to order? Packages are priced per guest; the new à-la-carte menu also lists pan, piece and platter prices. Half pans serve 10–12 and full pans serve 18–20. For planning help, read how much pasta and lasagna to plan per person, compare totals on the catering prices page, or run your numbers in the cost calculator.
Dietary information
Menu abbreviations explained
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| GF | Gluten-free |
| VT | Vegetarian |
| V | Vegan |
| DF | Dairy-free |
| CN | Contains nuts |
| H | Halal |
| GF-A | Gluten-free available |
| DF-A | Dairy-free available |
| V-A | Vegan available |
These definitions explain the supplied menu codes; they do not establish that every dish or substitution is available. We confirm ingredients and handling for your request.
Please tell us about all allergies, dietary needs and restrictions. Little Italy Catering is not a gluten-free restaurant; cross-contamination may occur.
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Picked your pastas?
Send us your date, headcount and choices. We'll confirm the menu and send a written quote with delivery and HST shown separately.