Vancouver Catering Venues
Indian Catering at The Permanent
Halal Indian catering at The Permanent in Crosstown, Vancouver.
Sula has catered at The Permanent in Crosstown, Vancouver. A 1907 former bank hall in the heart of Crosstown, crowned by a jewel of a stained glass dome and anchored by the original vault door. Marble, crystal, and a sixteen foot heritage bar give every dinner a sense of occasion the moment guests walk in. We have plated weddings and corporate dinners inside it.
Our menu travels with us. Halal chicken and lamb, no beef and no pork, tier service from $23.95 per guest, live tandoor and dosa stations, full vegetarian, vegan, and Jain options. We coordinate with The Permanent and your timeline, and bring everything to plate the room in our colours.
The venue at a glance
Capacity and size
| Seated | 120 guests |
| Standing | 250 guests |
| Banquet | 120 guests |
| Theatre | 200 guests |
Amenities at a glance
What's included with every Sula event
What comes with every Sula event
- 7 tier menus from $23.95 to $31.95 per guest, covering drop-off to full-service
- Full custom builds for larger events, themed menus, and multi-course dinners
- Basmati rice, naan, papadum, and house chutneys included in every tier
- Halal chicken and lamb, no beef and no pork, across all menus
- Full dietary accommodation: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-conscious, and nut-free options available
- Groups and buyouts from 12 to 120 guests, including partial and full venue reservations
- A dedicated Sula contact from quote to cleanup, not a catering portal
Pricing
Tier menus from $23.95 per guest, full custom builds available.
Venue rental is $4,000 Monday to Wednesday and $6,000 Thursday to Sunday plus GST, with a 20 percent discount for registered charities. The venue holds the liquor licence, so bar service is run in house with a minimum bar spend.
Frequently asked questions
Does The Permanent allow outside catering like Sula?
Yes. The Permanent welcomes outside caterers for the food, and we handle load-in, setup, and break-down through their warming kitchen. The one thing to know is that the venue holds its own liquor licence, so bar service stays in house while Sula takes care of the meal.
How many guests can Sula serve at The Permanent?
The main hall seats 120 for a plated dinner, holds 200 theatre style, and takes up to 250 for a standing reception with mixed seating. We scale the menu to whichever format suits your evening.
Can Sula provide a halal menu at The Permanent?
Yes. Our default is halal, halal chicken and lamb, no beef and no pork ever. Vegetarian, vegan, Jain, and gluten-free options are built into every tier.
How much is catering at The Permanent?
Our per-guest tiers start at $23.95 and run to $31.95, plus full custom builds. The Permanent sets the room fee directly, and we fold it into one Sula quote so you see your full event cost in one number.
Is The Permanent easy to reach downtown?
It sits right in Crosstown on West Pender, a short walk from the SkyTrain and surrounded by parking, with a hotel next door for out of town guests. The main floor is fully wheelchair accessible.
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