Amelie CameronHere’s a secret to throwing a fantastic party: enlist a full-service caterer! They’ll serve up fresh and delicious dishes that will have your guests coming back for seconds.
Everyone knows the saying ‘The best way to a person’s heart is through their stomach,’ and it’s so true! Caterers play a vital role in making sure your guests leave with smiles, no matter the occasion.
So, if you have a party or a wedding to plan, consider hiring only the creme de la creme of catering services in Toronto (that we’ve conveniently narrowed down on this list)!
| How much does it cost to hire a catering service in Toronto? Hiring a catering service in Toronto will set you back around $2,500 to $4,000 for small to medium events of at least 50 guests. Most caterers will charge you on a per-head basis, with an average of $35 to $50 per guest. Rates may vary depending on the type of catering style you choose, delivery fees, additional server fees, meal types, and number of courses. |
How We Chose
1. Daniel et Daniel Catering and Events
Address: 248 Carlton St., Toronto, ON M5A 2L1, Canada (Google Maps)
Contact Details: +14166557797
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
French natives Daniel Megly and Daniel Clairet, both with backgrounds in hospitality, met at Toronto’s Auberge Gavroche restaurant. Megly was a waiter at Hilton Hotels, while Clairet served as a pastry chef for the Rothschilds.
Bonding over their love for French cuisine, they founded Daniel et Daniel in 1980, located at 248 Carlton Street. With a team of 90, they offer catering services for weddings, corporate events, and private parties, delighting patrons with culinary excellence and hospitality.
They’ve won awards such as Best Buffet Presentation and Best Caterer of the Year from Fab’s Magazine, Canadian Event Industry, and the Toronto Star’s Readers Choice.
They can serve buffet spreads, a la carte meals, and even customisable menus for all sorts of events and dietary requirements.
The company occasionally updates its tasting menu based on the season, so visit the website for any updates or changes to the flagship courses.
Pros
- Specialises in French haute cuisine
- A large team of caterers and servers
- Award-winning caterer
Cons
- Pricey catering services
- Usually fully booked
Customer Reviews
Hands-on every step of the way
“Daniel et Daniel catering was absolutely world-class service from beginning to finish. Alice was excellent! Communication was great and she accommodated all my needs for making my one year old’s birthday party a total hit.”
-Ms. Farrah Sheena, Google Review
Plenty of delicious options
“I wish I could give this place 6 stars instead of 5 because of how amazing everything is, and everyone is at this store! Smaller shop, BUT lots of options to choose from— take out food, pastries, sandwiches to go, drinks, cookies, ice cream, etc. I stood there for a while trying to make up my mind until this younger lady Sara helped me. She was so sweet and helped me pick out the perfect dinner! Also decided to try out some tiramisu and I do not regret it lol! Props to the chefs for the delicious food. I can tell it was made with love ! Will definitely come back, seems like a nice community.”
-Ms. Chicki Goku, Google Review
2. The Edible Story
Address: 320 Richmond St E #105, Toronto, ON M5A 1P9, Canada (Google Maps)
Contact Details: +16473507707
Operating Hours: Open 24/7
The Edible Story, conceived by Toronto chefs Alanna Fleischer and Brian Cheng, draws from their culinary expertise honed in Paris, Rome, New York, and New Delhi. Inspired by Alanna’s meals for family and friends, they launched a catering venture in Toronto.
Their philosophy, “Less is more,” emphasizes their aim to create menus based on local produce and specializes in fresh vegetable-centric menus, catering to vegetarian and vegan preferences.
Their catering services include private events, meal deliveries, small dinners, corporate parties, and weddings. They also cater to seated parties for up to 42 guests and cocktail parties for 75 guests.
Clients can tailor their menu to dietary needs, tastes, and themes. Simply provide your date, guest count, and location, then choose between buffet-style or set courses.
Pros
- Best for vegetarian or vegan-friendly catering
- Uses local produce and products
Cons
- Not suitable for large parties of more than 75 guests
- Small team
Customer Reviews
Amazing meals
“We had an amazing experience with The Edible Story! We booked the entire place for a private gathering for our community. The food was delicious, Alanna was awesome to communicate and work with, and Gavin + the team cooked an amazing meal for us.”
-Mr Tam Pham, Google Review
Wonderful staff members
“Delicious food and wonderful staff. Nothing but praises for this place. Thank you for making today memorable one for our family.”
-Ms. Veronica Fargas, Google Review
3. Kiss The Cook
Address: 2490 Kingston Rd, Toronto, ON M1N 1V3, Canada (Google Maps)
Contact Details: +14162644040
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fia Pagnello, founder of Kiss The Cook, was raised in a lively home where hosting gatherings was second nature. Inspired by her love for food and family, she launched a catering business to share the joy of delicious meals and bring people together.
Fia’s event planning passion meets Kiss The Cook’s culinary excellence led by Executive Chef Chris Canham. They cater to weddings, private dinners, and baby showers with tailored menus spanning appetizers to main courses.
Kiss The Cook’s comprehensive catering services include event design and logistics. Fia oversees the catering team, manages deliveries, arranges equipment and entertainment rentals, and designs the party’s setting and decor to bring your vision to life.
A top-requested catering option is their BBQ service, which can be hosted in your backyard or at Kiss The Cook’s venue. Their team sets up the grills and decor and freshly grills your meat in front of you.
Pros
- Offers dessert-only buffet spreads
- Can accommodate up to 500 guests
- Offers event planning and event design
Cons
- Pricey delivery fees
- Minimum of 10 pax for their private catering service
Customer Reviews
Exceeds expectations
“We had Kiss The Cook cater a milestone birthday party for my mom and we’re so happy we hired them!!
Planning was easy and they worked within our budget.
The day-of went so smoothly and the staff went over and above what we expected! We’re a hard bunch to impress!
Food was delicious! I wasn’t sure if we had ordered enough food, but our guests were super full and we had lots of leftovers!”
-Ms. Emily Dwyer, Google Review
Great attention to detail
“Would we do this again? Absolutely! Everything was perfectly packaged, heating instructions explicit, every dish prepared to perfection, and delicious! We may never cook Christmas dinner again! Kisses to the Cooks!”
-Ms. Christine Cushing, Google Review
4. King Catering
Address: 707 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 2W6, Canada (Google Maps)
Contact Details: +14162680776
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Deon King established King Catering following his completion of culinary studies at George Brown College. With years of experience as head chef at Javaville, he specializes in Caribbean cuisine infused with North American flavors.
King Catering provides catering for weddings, corporate events, private parties, reunions, and breakfast gatherings. Additionally, Deon offers meal planning and preparation for clients seeking daily packed lunches and dinners across the Greater Toronto Area, starting at $250 plus delivery fees.
If you prefer to have Deon or his team prepare meals for you on-site, you can hire the King Catering team on an hourly basis (starting at $35) for your dinners, cocktail parties, and small private events.
King Catering also offers seasonal menus, holiday menus, and course menus on top of their buffet spreads for a minimum of two pax. All their menus are customizable, with options for soups, salads, entrees, sides, and even wraps.
Pros
- Specialises in Caribbean fusion cuisine
- Best for meal planning
Cons
- Catering services don’t include servers and bartenders
- Outsources dishware, decor, and cutlery (not included in packages)
Customer Reviews
Seamless communication
“Our experience with King Catering for our staff appreciation/holiday lunch was outstanding! The food was delicious, earning rave reviews from everyone. Kudos to the talented team at King Catering for their culinary talents.
Their communication was seamless, making the entire process incredibly easy. They graciously accommodated our last-minute adjustments without any hassle. They delivered everything not just on time but ahead of schedule—a testament to their reliability.”
-Mr. Justin Bobb, Google Review
Friendly and personable chef
“Loved the meal at our 30th Anniversary dinner as provided by Chef Deon and his team. The three main options provided ample and delicious coverage for the discerning taste buds of our guests.
Chef Deon is personable and very available to discuss, explain and negotiate. Working with him was a bit of a food education.
Food came to the tables hot and efficiently served, with no delays.”
-Mr. Romayne Dawkins, Google Review
5. Parlato’s Catering
Address: 2345 Wyecroft Rd #16, Oakville, ON L6L 6L8, Canada (Google Maps)
Contact Details: +19054652653
Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Italian-born chef Sonia Parlato founded Parlato’s Catering as a love letter to her grandmother Emma. Sonia inherited her family’s love for cooking and sought to share their beloved family recipes with the world.
Her catering service mainly serves Italian food with menu items inspired by actual recipes collected over generations of Sonia’s family back in Capri, Italy.
Since the company’s founding, Sonia and her team have bagged multiple awards, such as Best Caterer and Best Business, from Toronto’s Choice Awards and ThreeBestRated.
Clients can choose from charcuterie boards, cocktail menus, buffet spreads, live food stations, and plated dinners for corporate events, weddings, private dinners, bridal and baby showers, small family dinners, and BBQ parties.
They can also do corporate meal deliveries with individually packed meals for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Moreover, Sonia’s menus are also customizable, allowing clients to choose gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, and vegetarian food options.
Pros
- Specializes in authentic gourmet and homestyle Italian food
- Best for weddings
- Best for plated dinners
Cons
- Pricey services
- Complaints about poor customer service and unresponsiveness
Customer Reviews
Caterers that go above and beyond
“The Parlatos’s team was so professional. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. Not only was the food delicious, but they went above and beyond with service. They catered our wedding and all our guests loved it. They have options that adjust to your style, budget and dietary restrictions. I highly recommend!!”
-Ms. Karla Yepez, Google Review
Satisfying meals and excellent service
“Parlato’s food was amazing! My group of 20 guests were all very pleased with our dinner. Ordering process and communication with sales representative, David was easy and efficient. The food arrived exactly on time and ready to eat.
I will mention how happy I was to find a caterer that could accommodate allergies. Within my group there were gluten and nut allergies along with vegan and vegetarians. There were so many options for these guests everyone left the meal satisfied.”
-Ms. Julia Anna, Google Review
