Korean Catering in Toronto: A Planner's Guide to Office Lunches and Events
Sandwich platters and salad trays are the default for office lunches. They're also the reason nobody gets excited when they hear "lunch is provided." If you're planning a team lunch, corporate catering for a client meeting, or food for an event in Toronto, Korean rice bowls are worth a look.
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Individual bowls or family-style bibimbap, delivered.
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We're the team at Doraji, a Korean rice bowl spot at The Well in downtown Toronto. Here's what we've learned about Korean catering in Toronto: what works for groups, and what to think about before you order.
Why it worksWhy Korean rice bowls work for office lunch catering
Everyone gets a complete meal
A rice bowl has the base, protein and vegetables in one dish, so you're not trying to balance three platters to make sure everyone eats properly.
It's easy to customize
Guests can choose their own protein, base and sauce, all from one caterer.
Dietary needs are easier to cover
Vegetarian, vegan-friendly and gluten-free-friendly options are built into the menu, so one order can work for most of the table.
It's a change of pace
Bibimbap, japchae and dumplings feel like a treat in a way the fifth sandwich lunch of the quarter doesn't.
Bibimbap or dupbap?
Our catering is built around two Korean rice bowls. Both come with a choice of base (white rice, purple rice, quinoa, or glass noodles for a small add-on) and sauces like our Doraji Signature, Miso Sesame Mayo and Ssamjang Mayo.
비빔밥Bibimbap
Mixed riceSeven seasoned vegetables (bean sprouts, spinach, doraji or bellflower root, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, pickled radish and zucchini), your choice of protein, a fried egg, and our house-made gochujang on the side. You mix it all together. The balanced, veggie-forward choice.
덮밥Dupbap
Over riceProtein over rice with three side dishes: japchae (glass noodles), pan-fried kimchi and shredded cabbage. The heartier, more savoury choice.
For the full breakdown, read Bibimbap vs Dupbap: What's the Difference?
Individual bowls or family style?
How you serve depends mostly on the size of your group.
| Individual bowls | Family-style bibimbap | |
|---|---|---|
| Group size | Up to 20 people | 20 or more people |
| How it works | Each person gets their own bowl | Guests build their own bibimbap from fresh toppings, proteins, rice and sauces |
| Included | A complete bowl per person | Toppings, proteins, rice, sauces and serving utensils |
| Best for | Meetings, working lunches, smaller teams | Team events, office parties, bigger groups |
Individual bowls are tidy, easy to hand out, and easy to match to the right person. Family style doubles as something to gather around.
Dietary needsPlanning for dietary needs
This is usually the part that stresses planners out the most, so here's what we can tell you up front:
| Need | What to order |
|---|---|
| Vegetarian | Vegetarian Bibimbap, Fried Tofu Bibimbap, and Fried Tofu or Japchae Dupbap. All of our sauces are vegetarian. Dupbap bowls come with kimchi made with fish sauce, so ask us to swap it for a vegetable if that matters to your guests. |
| Vegan-friendly | Vegetarian or Fried Tofu Bibimbap without the egg, or Fried Tofu or Japchae Dupbap with the kimchi swapped for a vegetable. For sauces, choose Doraji Soy Sauce, Gochujang or our BBQ sauce. |
| Gluten-free-friendly | Vegetarian Bibimbap and Chicken Bibimbap, and Fried Tofu Bibimbap made gluten-free on request, on rice, quinoa or glass noodles, with Miso Sesame Mayo or Doraji Signature. Our gochujang isn't gluten-free friendly, so ask us to leave it off. Our japchae (the seasoned glass-noodle side) isn't gluten-free, so dupbap bowls and the japchae side aren't suitable. |
| Nut allergies | None of our rice bowls contain peanuts or tree nuts. We do use sesame seeds and sesame oil. |
| Fish sauce | Our kimchi (including the pan-fried kimchi in every dupbap bowl) and our dumplings contain fish sauce. |
Celiac disease or severe allergies? Mention them in your catering request so we can go over the options with you before you order. Tip: collect dietary needs when you send the invite, not the day before.
Add-onsSides that turn lunch into a spread
- Japchae and veggies: glass noodles sautéed with vegetables. A regular tray feeds up to 10 people and a large tray up to 20.
- Korean dumplings: in 10- and 20-piece portions
- Kimchi: our house-made kimchi, priced per person
Custom sizes are available if you're feeding a bigger crowd.
How to order Korean catering from Doraji
Headcount & time
Confirm your headcount and when you want food to arrive.
Dietary needs
Collect dietary needs and allergies from your group.
Serving style
Individual bowls (up to 20) or family-style bibimbap (20 or more).
Sides
Add japchae, dumplings or kimchi.
Send it
Send your request 48+ hours ahead through our catering page. We reply within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
How much notice do you need for catering?
At least 48 hours for every catering order. More notice is always welcome, especially for larger groups.
How many people can Doraji cater for?
Up to 100 guests per order. Individual bowls work for groups of up to 20, and family-style bibimbap is for groups of 20 or more.
How spicy is the food?
Most of it isn't very spicy. Our gochujang has medium heat and comes on the side, so each guest decides how much to add. For a milder meal, choose Ssamjang Mayo (mild heat), Miso Sesame Mayo or Doraji Signature.
Do you have vegan and gluten-free options?
Yes, we have vegan-friendly and gluten-free-friendly options. Tell us about any dietary needs or allergies when you send your catering request.
Do you deliver?
Yes. Delivery is available for all catering orders, and the fee depends on your location.
Where is Doraji located?
We're at Wellington Market in The Well, 486 Front Street West, Toronto.
Ready to plan your next lunch?
Tell us your date, headcount and dietary needs, and we'll take it from there. Delivery is available for all orders.
Send a catering request Catering menu (PDF)Questions? info@doraji.ca · (416) 595-5252
