Our Mobile Carts

The Petite

Best for smaller gatherings and intimate events.

El Grande

Designed for larger events and higher guest counts.

What We Offer

Island Cart Co. provides modern mobile grazing carts designed to fit naturally into your event. Everything is served directly from the cart, creating an interactive, stylish alternative to traditional catering.

Our carts can be filled with more than just charcuterie. From breakfast spreads and brunch bites to sweets, candy, and savory grazing, we tailor each cart to the tone of your event. Thoughtful design, quality food, and a relaxed experience are always at the centre.

If you’re not sure which option or cart is right for you, we’ll help you figure it out.

  • Both carts options give you access to our carts. The difference is how involved you want to be on the day of your event.

    Lean Rental (meaning basic - just the cart, no food or service)

    Best for hosts who want the cart as the feature and are happy to manage the rest.

    • Cart delivery and pickup

    • Use of the cart for your event

    • You provide and arrange the food

    • You manage service during the event

    • You handle cleanup and return the cart in original condition

    This option works well for casual gatherings or hosts who enjoy being hands on.

    Full Service

    For a completely hands off experience.

    • Cart rental with a $100 discount on the base rental fee

    • Curated menu planning and food

    • 2.5 hours of service with one staff member

    • Staff member manages portioning, flow, and food levels throughout service

    • Ongoing maintenance, refills as planned, and full cleanup

    • Setup, breakdown, and removal handled entirely by our team

    This option is ideal if you want to relax, mingle, and trust that everything is being taken care of behind the scenes.

  • Designed for smaller gatherings and intimate celebrations.

    Best for

    • Groups up to ~20 guests

    • Baby showers, birthdays, brunches, small corporate events

    • Homes, patios, and smaller spaces (inside or outside)

    Cart Details

    • 9 food inserts

    • Compact footprint with a curated, abundant feel

    • Refills available for larger guest counts or longer events

    Pricing

    • Lean Rental: $400
      Cart only. You provide food, manage service, and handle cleanup.

    • Full Service: Starting at $19 per person + $300 base cart rental
      Includes food, styling, 2.5 hours of service with one staff member, setup, maintenance, refills as planned, and cleanup.
      (Includes a $100 discount on the base rental fee.)

  • Made for larger events and steady guest flow.

    Best for

    • Medium to large gatherings

    • Weddings, corporate events, open houses, celebrations (inside or outside)

    • Events where the cart is a focal point

    Cart Details

    • 15 food inserts

    • More variety, volume, and visual impact

    • Refills available for extended service or larger groups

    Pricing

    • Lean Rental: $500
      Cart only. You provide food, manage service, and handle cleanup.

    • Full Service: Starting at $19 per person + $400 base cart rental
      Includes food, styling, 2.5 hours of service with one staff member, setup, maintenance, refills as planned, and cleanup.
      (Includes a $100 discount on the base rental fee.)

  • Cart delivery and pickup are included within a 25 km radius of Nanoose Bay.
    Additional travel is billed at $0.71 per km (one way).