Locally Crafted Catering

Good Food Has a Way of Bringing People Together​

Serving Williams Lake and the Entire Cariboo Chilcotin area

At The Laughing Loon, we believe catering should feel personal, welcoming, and unforgettable. Whether you are planning a staff lunch for 10 people, a wedding reception for hundreds of guests, or a community event serving over 1,000 people, our team delivers fresh, chef-crafted food designed to bring people together.

Led by Dave Olynick, our Red Seal Chef with 20 years experience, we proudly offer both in-house and off-site catering throughout Williams Lake and surrounding areas. Every menu is tailored to your event, your guests, and the experience you want to create.

From casual comfort food to elegant plated dinners, The Laughing Loon creates catering that people genuinely get excited about.

Full-Service Catering for Any Occasion

From casual gatherings to upscale events, The Laughing Loon offers both in-house and off-site catering throughout Williams Lake and surrounding areas. We cater:

No event is too small or too large. We work closely with you to create a menu that fits your crowd, your vision, and your budget.

Catering Menu

Whether you prefer casual fare such as taco bars and burgers or seek gourmet selections like Prime Rib, cedar plank salmon, and exquisite pasta accompanied by delightful desserts, we are pleased to meet your dining needs — and everything in between! Our head chef would be more than happy to sit down with you and plan out an amazing menu for your event. Please look over our catering menu and if there is something specific that you would like, feel free to reach out to him and discuss your needs.

Build Your Own Taco Feast

Our Taco Bar is one of our most popular catering options — perfect for staff parties, weddings, family gatherings, and large events.

Choose 2 Proteins

  • Ground Beef
  • Pulled Beef
  • Pulled Pork
  • Shredded Chicken
  • Fried Shrimp

Choose 2 Shell Options

  • 6-Inch Soft Flour Tortillas
  • Hard Shell Corn Tortillas
  • Nacho Chips (for taco salad)
  • Fresh Made In-House Bannock

Fresh Toppings & Fillers

  • Lettuce
  • Southwestern Slaw
  • Tomato
  • Salsa
  • Red Onion
  • Sour Cream
  • Nacho Cheese
  • Sweet Chili Mayo
  • The Loon’s Signature Hot Sauce

Choose a Hot Side

  • Spanish Rice
  • Mexican-Style Tater Tots
  • Fresh House-Made Soups or Salads

Gourmet Burgers Made Fresh for Your Event

Our Burger Bar combines comfort food favourites with fresh ingredients and chef-inspired flavour combinations.

Hot Proteins

  • House-Made Beef Patty
  • Grilled Chicken Breast
  • Breaded & Fried Chicken Breast
  • Vegetarian Patty (gluten wise)

Choose Your Bun

  • Kaiser Bun
  • Ciabatta Bun
  • Pretzel Bun
  • Gluten Wise Bun

Fresh Toppings

  • Lettuce
  • Pickles
  • Red Onion
  • Signature Mayo
  • Sliced Assorted Cheese
  • Mustard
  • Tomatoes
  • Ketchup

Additional Toppings

  • Bacon
  • Fried Jalapeños
  • Mushrooms

Served a Hot Side Of:

  • Fries
  • Billy Fries
  • Fresh House-Made Soup
  • Fresh Salad

Pasta Bar - Comfort Food Elevated by Our Chef

Warm, hearty, and always a crowd favourite, our Pasta Bar offers endless combinations for casual gatherings and upscale events alike.

Choose Your Pasta

  • Fettuccine
  • Macaroni
  • Penne
  • Corkscrew
  • Linguine
  • Spaghetti

Choose 2 Sauces

  • Alfredo
  • Spinach Mushroom Fettuccine
  • Bolognese
  • Primavera
  • Marinara
  • Pesto Alfredo

Choose 1 Protein

  • Grilled Chicken
  • Chorizo Sausage
  • Shrimp
  • Sliced Sirloin
  • Meatballs

Additional Options

  • Roasted Spinach
  • Cherry Tomatoes
  • Roasted Peppers
  • Marinated Mushrooms
  • Mushrooms 

Choose with Your Meal:

  • Fresh Salad
  • Garlic Toast
  • Warmed Buns

Hot Lunch Buffets
Fresh, Filling & Perfect for Groups

Need catering for a business lunch, team event, fundraiser, or holiday gathering? Our hot lunch buffets are designed to satisfy groups of all sizes.

Popular buffet selections include:

  • Fraser Inn Original Lite Chicken
  • Beef & 4-Cheese Lasagna
  • Grilled Vegetarian 4-Cheese Lasagna
  • Pulled Pork Po’Boy
  • Laughing Loon’s Cheese Steak
  • Greek Style Kabobs

These are just a few ideas of buffets we can do for you here at the Laughing Loon. There is no limitations to what we can do. We also can offer Holiday Themed buffets to suite your needs.

(Turkey lunch or dinner, coaser meals, vegetarian (gluten wise)

Chef Dave would be happy to sit with you and plan an amazing menu for you around your specific needs and wants.

Looking for a More Elevated Catering Experience?

Planning a wedding, formal banquet, fundraiser, or upscale event?

Explore our Wedding & Events catering page to view our premium dinner selections including Prime Rib, Beef Wellington, cedar plank salmon, gourmet sides, and chef-crafted plated meals designed for unforgettable celebrations.

Prices

If you have noticed there are no pricing attached to any of the catering options provided, this is due to the constant fluctuation in prices with the suppliers, once you have decided on what you wish to have, our amazing Chef will food cost and come up with an amazing price for you, set up and tear down are all included. If you require servers, linens, wine glasses, Plates/bowls/cutlery etc. will be additional charges.

Thank you for taking the time to consider The Laughing Loon for your next catered event.