Client Appreciation Lunch Ideas for Vancouver Offices

Why Client Appreciation Lunches Work

Client retention is cheaper than client acquisition. A well-executed appreciation lunch costs $22-30 per person and takes 90 minutes. Compare that to the $5,000-15,000 cost of acquiring a replacement client through marketing and sales. The math is clear, but most Vancouver firms still default to generic gift baskets or rushed coffee meetings.

A catered lunch in your office is better than a restaurant for several reasons: you control the environment, there is no awkward bill moment, the food can be customized to your client's preferences, and the setting reinforces your company's brand and culture. Plus, you avoid the 20-minute wait for a downtown Vancouver restaurant table at noon.

Appreciation Lunch Formats

We offer three formats based on the impression you want to make:

1. The Executive Lunch ($28-35/person)

For your top 5 clients. Plated service, multiple courses, wine or sparkling water, real dinnerware. Menu customized to the client's known preferences. White tablecloth setup in your boardroom. This is the format that makes a client feel genuinely valued. Ideal for groups of 4-12.

2. The Team Thank-You ($22-26/person)

For client teams of 10-30 people. Elevated buffet with attended stations, premium ingredients, beautiful presentation. Compostable but high-quality serviceware. Great for thanking an entire client team after a successful project. Plan it with our Event Budget Planner.

3. The Drop-Off Surprise ($18-22/person)

Send a catered lunch directly to your client's office. We deliver in branded packaging (yours or ours) with a personal note. No hosting required on your end. Perfect for out-of-town clients or those you want to surprise. Minimum 8 people.

Menu Ideas That Impress

Skip the sandwich platters. Here are our most-requested appreciation lunch menus for Vancouver offices:

• West Coast Showcase: Wild salmon, seasonal vegetables, local cheese board, artisan bread. Highlights BC ingredients.
• Japanese Omakase-Style: Sushi, sashimi, edamame, miso soup, matcha dessert. Clean, elegant, universally liked.
• Mediterranean Spread: Grilled lamb and chicken, hummus, tabbouleh, flatbread, baklava. Works for large groups with diverse tastes.

Every menu is customizable. If your client has specific preferences or restrictions, we adapt. Use our Dietary Planner to pre-screen dietary needs.