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.
Pricing
Italian catering prices and cost per guest
Little Italy Catering costs $12 to $29.95 per guest for the food, depending on the package or format. Delivery is a flat $40 in Toronto ($50–$60 elsewhere in the GTA) and 13% HST is added, so a Italian Lunch Essentials buffet for 25 in Toronto comes to about $439.29. Minimums vary: Lunch Essentials and Signature start at 10 guests; Feast starts at 15 guests. All orders need at least 48 hours’ notice.
- Per guest
- $12–$29.95
- Delivery
- From $40
- HST
- 13%, added
- Minimum
- Varies by menu
- Updated
- 2026-11-07
Buffet packages
Choose your Italian feast
Signature Italian Buffet
$17.95 / person
- Chicken, meatball or other listed entrée
- Italian salad
- Garlic ciabatta
Minimum 10 guests · Delivery and 13% HST are additional.
Italian Feast Buffet
$22.95 / person
- Choice of entrée
- Two sides or salads
- Garlic bread
Minimum 15 guests · Delivery and 13% HST are additional.
Per guest
How much does each catering format cost per guest?
Food prices before delivery and HST. Choose the format first; your written quote confirms eligible choices and any premium upgrades.
| Format | Per guest | Minimum | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italian Lunch Essentials buffet | $13.95 | 10 guests | One pasta, lasagna or other listed entrée, Italian garden salad, Garlic bread |
| Signature Italian Buffet buffet | $17.95 | 10 guests | Chicken, meatball or other listed entrée, Italian salad, Garlic ciabatta |
| Italian Feast Buffet buffet | $22.95 | 15 guests | Choice of entrée, Two sides or salads, Garlic bread |
| Build Your Own Pasta Bar | $17 | 15 guests | Penne, Fusilli; Tomato basil, Alfredo; Sliced herb chicken, Roasted vegetables; Grated cheese, Chili flakes, Parsley; Garden salad, Two garlic-bread slices per guest |
| Pasta Lunch Box | $15 | 10 per selection | Penne tomato basil or rosé, Three medium meatballs, or roasted chickpeas and vegetables, Side garden salad, One garlic-bread slice, One cookie, Individual packaging, cutlery and napkin |
| Chicken Parmesan Lunch Box | $20 | 10 per selection | One chicken Parmesan portion, Penne tomato basil or rosé, Side garden salad, One garlic-bread slice, One cookie, Individual packaging, cutlery and napkin |
| Little Italy Catering Tuscan Chicken Pasta Box | $19.95 | Minimum 10 guests | 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 |
| Little Italy Catering Mediterranean Garden Pasta Box | $17.95 | Minimum 10 guests | 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 |
| Little Italy Catering Italian Meatball Pasta Box | $19.95 | Minimum 10 guests | 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 |
| Little Italy Catering Classic Pasta Bar | $19.95 | Minimum 15 guests | One pasta, One sauce, One protein or vegetarian topping, Two finishing touches, One salad, One bread |
| Little Italy Catering Signature Pasta Bar | $24.95 | Minimum 15 guests | Two pastas, Two sauces, Two proteins or vegetarian toppings, Three finishing touches, One salad, One bread |
| Little Italy Catering Premium Italian Pasta Bar | $29.95 | Minimum 15 guests | Two pastas, Two sauces, Three proteins or vegetarian toppings, All finishing touches, Two salads, Two bread selections |
Prices in CAD, updated . Full dish lists are on the Italian catering menu.
For individual pans and bread by piece or platter, see party-tray prices and capacities.
Worked examples
What does catering cost for 25, 30, 50 or 100 guests?
Real totals using our published prices, plates and cutlery at $1 per guest, the delivery fee and 13% HST. First in Toronto, then in the inner GTA.
Delivered in Toronto ($40 delivery)
| Example | Package | Food + add-ons | Delivery | HST 13% | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office lunch for 25 | Italian Lunch Essentials at $13.95/guest + plates & cutlery ($1) | $373.75 | $40 | $53.79 | $467.54 ≈ $18.70/guest |
| Home party for 30 | Signature Italian Buffet at $17.95/guest + plates & cutlery ($1) | $568.50 | $40 | $79.11 | $687.61 ≈ $22.92/guest |
| Shower for 50 | Italian Feast Buffet at $22.95/guest + plates & cutlery ($1) | $1,197.50 | $40 | $160.88 | $1,398.38 ≈ $27.97/guest |
| Celebration for 100 | Italian Feast Buffet at $22.95/guest + plates & cutlery ($1) | $2,395 | $40 | $316.55 | $2,751.55 ≈ $27.52/guest |
Planning estimates using published prices and delivery fees, updated 2026-11-07. Chafing equipment, staff and setup are quoted separately. Your written quote confirms the final total.
Delivered to Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham or Richmond Hill ($50 delivery)
| Example | Package | Food + add-ons | Delivery | HST 13% | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office lunch for 25 | Italian Lunch Essentials at $13.95/guest + plates & cutlery ($1) | $373.75 | $50 | $55.09 | $478.84 ≈ $19.15/guest |
| Home party for 30 | Signature Italian Buffet at $17.95/guest + plates & cutlery ($1) | $568.50 | $50 | $80.41 | $698.91 ≈ $23.30/guest |
| Shower for 50 | Italian Feast Buffet at $22.95/guest + plates & cutlery ($1) | $1,197.50 | $50 | $162.18 | $1,409.68 ≈ $28.19/guest |
| Celebration for 100 | Italian Feast Buffet at $22.95/guest + plates & cutlery ($1) | $2,395 | $50 | $317.85 | $2,762.85 ≈ $27.63/guest |
Planning estimates using published prices and delivery fees, updated 2026-11-07. Chafing equipment, staff and setup are quoted separately. Your written quote confirms the final total.
Notice how the all-in cost per guest settles close to the package price as numbers grow: the delivery fee is spread across more people. At 15 guests, a Italian Lunch Essentials in Toronto works out to about $18.78 per guest before plates. For your own headcount, use the catering cost calculator.
Included vs extra
What's included in the price, and what's extra?
In the per-guest price
- The food listed for your package, delivered hot
- Disposable catering trays
- Serving utensils
- Dish labels
- Basic self-serve setup
- Lunch boxes: individual packaging, cutlery and a napkin
Added to the quote
- Delivery, by zone (below)
- 13% HST on the subtotal
- Buffet plates, cutlery and napkins: $1 per guest
- Individual packaging for buffet meals: $1.50 per guest
- Any add-ons you choose
- Chafing equipment, serving staff and requested setup: quoted separately, no published price
Delivery
How much is catering delivery?
One flat fee per order, set by zone. Larger or more complex deliveries use the $60 fee; the written quote confirms yours.
| Zone | Fee | Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto | $40 | Toronto (downtown and midtown), Etobicoke, North York, Scarborough |
| Inner GTA | $50 | Mississauga, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill |
| Outer GTA | $60 | Brampton, Pickering, Ajax, Aurora, Oakville, Newmarket, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Burlington, Milton, Halton Hills, Whitby, Oshawa, Hamilton |
Drive times and neighbourhoods are on the delivery areas and fees page.
Minimums and notice
Minimum order and notice
Essentials and Signature start at 10 guests; Feast and the Build Your Own Pasta Bar start at 15. Lunch boxes need at least 10 boxes of each selection, so 10 pasta boxes plus 10 chicken Parmesan boxes is fine, while 12 pasta boxes plus 3 chicken boxes is not.
Every order needs at least 48 hours' notice, and the date is confirmed only after we confirm availability. Payment is due on the event date unless your approved quote or invoice states otherwise. For how far ahead to book busy dates, see how far in advance to order catering.
Saving money
How can I lower the cost per guest?
Start with Italian Lunch Essentials
At $13.95 per guest, Essentials includes one entrée, Italian garden salad and garlic bread. Dessert, drinks and additional proteins are optional paid extras.
Check what is already included
Included food is never charged again. Compare your package and selected dishes before adding extras.
Compare the same headcount
Choose the courses you need, then compare food, delivery and HST in the cost calculator.
Consolidate your delivery
One flat delivery fee is shared across the group. Toronto delivery is $40 per order.
Choose the format that suits your group
Buffets suit shared meals; boxes suit individual lunches. Each format has its own food, packaging and minimum.
Use your own plates and cutlery
Disposable place settings are optional at +$1 per person. Leave them off if you have your own.
Comparing caterers? Our guide to catering cost per person in Toronto explains what typically drives the number, and catering vs grocery party trays covers the do-it-yourself route honestly.
Questions
Catering price questions
How much does Italian catering cost?
Italian Lunch Essentials $13.95/person; Signature Italian Buffet $17.95/person; Italian Feast Buffet $22.95/person. Delivery and 13% HST are additional. Optional extras are charged separately.
What comes with the Essentials package?
Italian Lunch Essentials is $13.95/person, minimum 10 guests. It includes one pasta, lasagna or other listed entrée, italian garden salad, garlic bread. Cookies, desserts, drinks and additional proteins are not included.
Does the Essentials package include a cookie or dessert?
No. Essentials includes its approved entrée selection, Italian garden salad and garlic bread. Desserts, drinks and additional proteins are optional paid extras. A separately priced cookie add-on is unavailable until its price is confirmed.
What are the package minimums?
Italian Lunch Essentials: minimum 10 guests; Signature Italian Buffet: minimum 10 guests; Italian Feast Buffet: minimum 15 guests.
Are optional extras included in the package price?
No. Choose optional extras separately. Items already included in the selected package are not charged again. If you want additional servings of an included dish, describe that request in your notes so the quote can distinguish extra portions from the included food.
How much do serving staff or chafing dishes cost?
We don't publish a price for chafing equipment, serving staff or requested setup, because each depends on the event, venue and timing. Ask for them in your quote request and they are quoted separately.
Do prices change for holidays or weekends?
This page lists the published rates we quote from, updated 2026-11-07. Your written quote confirms the price for your date, and it takes precedence over website figures.
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.
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