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Catering Boxes in Sydney for Parties — How Many to Order
How many Indian catering boxes to order for a party, what occasions they suit, and how to split veg and non-veg — a practical sizing guide.
At a Glance
Basement, 261 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 (02) 8021 7696 bookings@thegrandpalace.com.auThe hardest part of ordering catering boxes for a party isn't the menu — it's working out how many to order. This guide covers realistic quantities per guest, how to split vegetarian and non-vegetarian boxes, and which parties and occasions our boxes tend to suit best.
Quick Answer
For a party, order roughly one Indian catering box per 1–2 guests if it's the main meal, or one box per 3–5 guests if it's part of a bigger spread with other food. A 40% veg / 60% non-veg split works for most mixed guest lists, though it's worth checking with your host or organiser first. Boxes start at $75 (Veg) and $85 (Non-Veg), and larger party orders should be placed a few days ahead.
How Many Boxes to Order for Your Party
As a rule of thumb: one box per 1–2 guests if the boxes are the main meal, and one box per 3–5 guests if they're one part of a bigger spread alongside other dishes.
Splitting Veg and Non-Veg
Rather than guessing, ask your host or check the guest list for vegetarians, vegans, or anyone keeping halal. If you can't check ahead of time, a 40% veg / 60% non-veg split is a safe general starting point — all meat used in the Non-Veg box is halal certified, so it comfortably covers halal guests too.
Occasions Our Catering Boxes Suit
What's in Each Box
Every box holds five rolls made fresh to order. For the full roll-by-roll breakdown of the Veg ($75) and Non-Veg ($85) boxes, see our Platter Box guide.
Conclusion
Getting the quantity right comes down to two questions: are the boxes the main meal or one part of a wider spread, and roughly what's the vegetarian-to-non-vegetarian split among your guests — everything else in planning a catering box order follows from those answers.
With halal-certified meat across the Non-Veg box and five fresh rolls in every box regardless of size, the format scales comfortably from a small birthday to a much larger party. Work out your guest count and place your order for the date you need.
Catering Box Pricing for Parties
| Vegetarian Platter Box (5 rolls) | $75 |
| Non-Vegetarian Platter Box (5 rolls) | $85 |
Order a few days ahead for larger parties so we can plan kitchen prep.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many catering boxes do I need for a 30-person party?
It depends whether the boxes are the main meal or part of a bigger spread — as a rule of thumb, one box per 1–2 guests for a main meal, or one box per 3–5 guests alongside other food.
Can I mix veg and non-veg boxes in one party order?
Yes — order any combination. A 40/60 veg-to-non-veg split works well for most mixed guest lists.
Are the boxes suitable for cultural celebrations like Diwali or Eid?
Yes — all boxes are halal certified, and the Veg box suits vegetarian and Jain-leaning guests, which makes them an easy fit for Diwali, Eid and Holi gatherings.
How far ahead should I order catering boxes for a party?
For a handful of boxes, a day or two ahead is usually fine; for larger party orders, call a few days in advance so we can plan kitchen prep.
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