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Burnaby Lake Pavilion Catering Packages

The Burnaby Lake Pavilion presents a beautiful venue with an expert catering team to make your event as seamless as possible. 

The City of Burnaby’s CITY Catering Department presents a range of breakfast options for your gathering or corporate meeting.  

Continental Breakfast 
(Minimum 10 guests, $23.50 per person)

  • Assorted mini baked goods
  • Fresh fruit platter
  • Assorted yogurt
  • Premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water
  • Choice of two: apple, cranberry or orange juice

Hot Breakfast / Miss Sunshine
(Minimum 20 guests, $27 per person)

  • Assorted mini baked goods
  • Scrambled eggs with herbs
  • Breakfast sausage
  • Country-style potato hash
  • Premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water
  • Choice of two: apple, cranberry or orange juice

Additional menu items:
Baked ham slices – $4.75 per person 
Bacon strips – $4.75 per  person 
Fresh fruit platter – $4.50 per person

*Prices are subject to applicable taxes.

Whether you’re interested in hosting a lunch meeting or a luncheon with family and friends for a special occasion, CITY Catering presents various catering options for your event at the Burnaby Lake Pavilion.

Select one of three lunch options

Option 1: Mai’s Butter Chicken
(Minimum 15 guests, $31 per person)

  • Signature mixed green salad
  • Naan bread
  • Mai’s butter chicken 
  • Basmati rice
  • Chef’s selection of desserts
  • Premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water

Option 2: Pasta Lunch
(Minimum 10 guests, $29.25 per person)

  • Choice of one: signature mixed greens or Caesar salad
  • Meat lasagna
  • Vegetarian lasagna
  • Chef’s selection of desserts
  • Premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water

Option 3: Estate Lunch
(Minimum 10 guests, $29.25 per person)

  • Signature mixed green salad
  • Assorted sandwiches and wraps
  • Chef’s selection of desserts
  • Premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water

Additional menu items:

  • Chef-inspired soup – $3.25 per person 
  • Assorted freshly-baked cookies – $2.75 per person
  • Assorted muffins/mini baked goods – $2.75 per person
  • Assorted yogurt – $2 per person


Additional beverage items:  

  • Assorted bottled juices – $3.25 per person 
  • Assorted canned pops – $2.50 per person


*Prices are subject to applicable taxes.

Afternoon Receptions

For a more casual event or party, CITY Catering presents an ideal menu that’s perfect for celebrating a major milestone at the Burnaby Lake Pavilion – from birthday and retirement parties to special anniversaries and other important events (from 11am-4pm). 
 

Platters

  • Sushi platter – $110 per platter
  • Assorted meat platter with bread – small $135 | medium $185 | large $240
  • Antipasto with bread – small $135 | medium $185 | large $240
  • Imported and domestic cheese board – small $65 | medium $120 | large $175
  • Seasonal fruit – small $55 | medium $75 | large $105
  • Chef’s selection of desserts – small $45 | medium $65 | large $95
  • Vegetables with dip – small $45 | medium $65 | large $95

*small platters feed 10-15 people, medium platters feed 16-30 people, large platters feed 31-50 people

Appetizers (minimum of 3 dozen per selection)

Earth:

  • Bocconcini & tomato skewers – $29.50 per dozen
  • Vegetarian spring rolls with plum sauce – $29.50 per dozen
  • Bruschetta – $29.50 per dozen
  • Mini vegetarian samosas – $25.75 per dozen
  • Spanakopita – $25.75 per dozen
  • Mini quiche – $25.75 per dozen
  • Jalapeno cheddar twist and Sriracha cream cheese twist – $29.50 per dozen

Land:

  • Chicken satay with peanut sauce – $33 per dozen
  • Assorted hors d’oeuvres – $33 per dozen
  • Beef Wellington Puffs – $33 per dozen
  • Tandoori chicken kebabs with yogurt sauce – $33 per dozen
  • Chicken drumettes with sweet chili sauce – $29.50 per dozen
  • Sweet or spicy meatballs – $25.75 per dozen

Sea:

  • Assorted seafood canapés (cold) – $33 per dozen
  • Breaded prawns – $33 per dozen
  • Bacon-wrapped scallops – $33 per dozen
  • Mini salmon rolls – $29.50 per dozen
  • Smoked salmon on mini bagels – $29.50 per dozen

Cocktail Reception Package 
(Minimum 25 guests, $52.75 per person)

Choose 2 items from Earth, Land or Sea, PLUS:

  • Imported and domestic cheese board
  • Vegetables and dip
  • Premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water

Beverages

  • Premium coffee, assorted tea (and ice water) – $2.75 per person
  • Pitchers of Juice – $10 per pitcher
  • Assorted bottled drinks – $3.25 per bottle
  • Assorted canned pops – $2.50 per can
  • Old-fashioned punch – $2.50 per person

*Prices are subject to applicable taxes.

Host your corporate meeting or social gathering – such as birthday or anniversary parties – at the Alan Emmott Centre or Burnaby Lake Pavilion with this casual and relaxed event. These menus are perfect for throwing a BBQ-style event (but without all the prep, cooking and clean-up). Plus, receive 25% off the venue rental with a minimum spend of $2,500 on catering services.

The Original Grill
(Minimum 20 guests; $25 per adult and $15 per child aged 4-11 PLUS approx. $300 for BBQ rental)

Choice of two salads:

• Signature mixed greens
• Classic Caesar 
• Thai noodle
• Potato
• Spicy noodle
• Kale
• Tomato and bocconcini

Along with:

• 4oz beef and veggie burgers
• Grilled hot dogs for children
• Plain potato chips
• Carrot and celery tray with dip
• Freshly baked cookies

*Burgers and hot dogs served with fresh buns, lettuce, tomato and assorted condiments.

 Additional menu items:

• Pitchers of lemonade or iced tea – $2.50 per person
• Add a salad – $5 per person
• Add an extra protein – $6 per person

The Healthy Grill
(Minimum 20 guests; $35 per adult and $22 per child aged 4-11)

Choice of two salads:

• Signature mixed greens
• Classic Caesar
• Thai noodle
• Potato
• Spicy noodle
• Kale
• Tomato and bocconcini

Along with:

• BBQ chicken breasts
• BBQ salmon burgers
• Veggie burgers
• Grilled hotdogs for children 
• Plain potato chips
• Carrot and celery tray with dip
• Freshly baked cookies

*Burgers and hot dogs served with fresh buns, lettuce, tomato and assorted condiments.

Additional menu items:

• Pitchers of lemonade or iced tea – $2.50 per person
• Add a salad – $5 per person
• Add beef burgers – $6 per person
• Add an extra protein – $8 per person

*Prices are subject to applicable taxes.

CITY Catering presents an extensive catering menu for an all-day corporate meeting at the charming Burnaby Lake Pavilion. 

All-Day Meeting Package
(Minimum 20 guests, $42 per person)

*Includes premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water all day. 

Breakfast

  • Assorted mini baked goods
  • Fresh fruit platter
  • Choice of two: apple, cranberry or orange juice

Select one of two lunch options

Option 1: Pasta Lunch 

  • Choice of one: signature mixed greens or Caesar salad
  • Meat lasagna
  • Vegetarian lasagna
  • Chef’s selection of desserts

Option 2: Estate Lunch

  • Signature mixed green salad
  • Assorted sandwiches and wraps
  • Chef’s selection of desserts

Afternoon Break

  • Assorted freshly-baked cookies

Additional menu items:

  • Chef-inspired soup – $3.25 per person 
  • Assorted yogurt – $2.50 per person

Additional beverage items: 

  • Assorted bottled juices – $3.25 per person 
  • Assorted canned pops – $2.50 per person 


*Prices are subject to applicable taxes.
 

From memorable anniversary and birthday parties to other remarkable events of a lifetime, CITY Catering presents an array of culinary fare to help you make the most of your event at the Burnaby Lake Pavilion.   

Evening events (5pm-12am) present an array of tantalizing buffet options, including the Pasta Dinner ($42.50 per person) and The Grand Dinner ($55 per person).  

Pasta Dinner 
($49.75 per person, minimum 20 guests) 

Choice of one salad:

  • Signature mixed greens
  • Caesar
  • Thai noodle
  • Spicy noodle
  • Kale
  • Tomato & bocconcini

Choice of two penne pasta dishes:

  • Marinara with grilled vegetables
  • Creamy Alfredo
  • Wild mushroom & leek
  • Creamy pesto
  • Bolognese

*Add chicken or meatballs to any of the above for $7.50 per person

Lasagna:

  • Meat lasagna
  • Vegetarian lasagna


The Grand Dinner 
($90 per person, minimum 30 guests) 

Choice of one salad:

  • Signature mixed greens
  • Caesar 
  • Thai noodle 
  • Potato 
  • Spicy noodle
  • Kale 
  • Tomato & bocconcini

Choice of one penne pasta dish:

  • Marinara with grilled vegetables
  • Creamy Alfredo 
  • Sundried tomato, garlic & spinach
  • Wild mushroom & leek
  • Creamy pesto
  • Bolognese

Choice of two entrées:

  • Mai’s butter chicken
  • Chicken in creamy marsala sauce with wild mushroom
  • Chicken in creamy tarragon sauce with wild mushroom
  • Chicken with sundried tomato, feta & olives
  • Salmon in creamy white wine sauce with capers & dill
  • Salmon in lemon dill sauce
  • Salmon in maple soy sauce
  • Salmon in zesty orange ginger sauce
  • Chef-carved beef with au jus, horseradish & Dijon mustard

Accompaniments & More:

  • Assorted artisan rolls and butter
  • Seasonal steamed vegetables
  • Choice of potato: herb-roasted or garlic mashed
  • Rice (matched with appropriate entrées)
  • Imported and domestic cheese board
  • Vegetables and dip
  • Chef’s selection of desserts
  • Premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water

Additional menu items:

  • Add a salad – $5 per person
  • Add a pasta dish – $6 per person 
  • Add a protein – $10 per person  

*Prices are subject to applicable taxes.

For a more casual event or party, CITY Catering presents an ideal menu that’s perfect for celebrating a major milestone at the Burnaby Lake Pavilion – from birthday and retirement parties to special anniversaries and other important events.  

Platters

  • Sushi platter – $110 per platter
  • Assorted meat platter with bread – $9 per person
  • Antipasto with bread – $7.50 per person
  • Imported and domestic cheese board – $4.95 per person
  • Seasonal fruit – $4.50 per person
  • Chef’s selection of desserts – $3.50 per person
  • Vegetables with dip – $3.50 per person

Appetizers (minimum of 3 dozen per selection)

Earth:

  • Bocconcini & tomato skewers – $29.50 per dozen
  • Vegetarian spring rolls with plum sauce – $29.50 per dozen
  • Bruschetta – $29.50 per dozen
  • Jalapeno cheddar twist and Sriracha cream cheese twist – $29.50 per dozen
  • Mini vegetarian samosas – $25.75 per dozen
  • Spanakopita – $25.75 per dozen
  • Mini quiche – $25.75 per dozen

Land:

  • Chicken satay with peanut sauce – $33 per dozen
  • Assorted hors d’oeuvres – $33 per dozen
  • Beef Wellington Puffs – $33 per dozen
  • Tandoori chicken kebabs with yogurt sauce – $33 per dozen
  • Chicken drumettes with sweet chili sauce – $29.50 per dozen
  • Sweet or spicy meatballs – $25.75 per dozen

Sea:

  • Assorted seafood canapés (cold) – $33 per dozen
  • Breaded prawns – $33 per dozen
  • Bacon-wrapped scallops – $33 per dozen
  • Mini salmon rolls – $33 per dozen
  • Smoked salmon on mini bagels – $29.50 per dozen


Cocktail Reception Package 
(Minimum 25 guests, $52.75 per person)

Choose 2 items from Earth, Land or Sea, PLUS:

  • Imported and domestic cheese board
  • Vegetables and dip
  • Premium coffee, assorted tea and ice water


Beverages

  • Premium coffee, assorted tea (and ice water) – $2.75 per person
  • Pitchers of Juice – $10 per pitcher
  • Assorted bottled drinks – $3.25 per bottle 
  • Assorted canned pops – $2.50 per can 
  • Old-fashioned punch – $2.50 per person

*Prices are subject to applicable taxes.

CITY Catering’s seasonal and special holiday menus are perfect for your next Christmas-time get together – whether it’s a corporate event or a celebratory gathering with family and friends.  With several inspired menus to choose from, holiday shopping has never been easier.  

Elves’ Lunch
(Minimum 15 guests, $25 per person) 

  • Chef-inspired vegetarian soup 
  • Hot turkey croissants with cranberry sauce 
  • Mincemeat tarts and Christmas shortbread 
  • Hot apple cider 
  • Premium coffee and assorted teas 

Santa’s Dinner 
(Minimum 15 guests, $43.50 per person) 

  • Mixed green salad, toasted walnuts and raspberry vinaigrette 
  • Traditional roast turkey 
  • Garlic mashed potatoes with gravy 
  • Seasonal vegetables 
  • Old-fashioned stuffing 
  • Cranberry sauce 
  • Dinner rolls with butter 
  • Mincemeat tarts and Christmas cookies 
  • Hot apple cider 
  • Premium coffee and assorted teas 

Deck the Halls Buffet 
(Minimum 15 guests, $48 per person)

  • Mixed green salad, toasted walnuts and raspberry vinaigrette 
  • Caesar Salad 
  • Traditional roast turkey 
  • Garlic mashed potatoes with gravy 
  • Seasonal vegetables 
  • Old-fashioned stuffing 
  • Cranberry sauce 
  • Dinner rolls with butter 
  • Assorted desserts 
  • Mincemeat tarts and Christmas cookies 
  • Hot apple cider 
  • Premium coffee and assorted teas 


Additional Menu Items:

  • Vegetarian pasta – $6 per person  
  • Baked sliced ham – $15 per person 
  • Chef-carved beef – $15 per person    

*Prices are subject to applicable taxes.

Along with a host of packages, CITY Catering offers additional services to help make your event extra special and hassle-free:

  • White linens – $10 each
  • China service – $10 per person
  • Banquet labour, including extra set-up and take-down services for your event – $30/hour per staff member.
  • Bar supplies, including glassware and garnishes such as wedges of lemon and lime, olives, ice and other cocktail accompaniments – $250 per set up
  • Bar labour (bartender services) – $30/hour per staff member
  • Bar package, including bar set up, supplies (e.g. glassware and garnishes such as wedges of lemon and lime, olives, ice, etc.) and bartender services for up to a maximum of 6 hours – $475/package