Thai & Asian Catering Delivered to Allston, MA — KaO Restaurant

Feeding Allston's Offices, Studios, and Student Gatherings

Allston moves fast — between the production studios on Guest Street, the dense stretch of student apartments along Brighton Avenue, and the indie offices tucked above storefronts on Harvard Ave, there's constant demand for food that feeds a crowd without boring anyone. KaO | Thai & Asian Flavors, based in Lawrence, MA, caters directly to Allston for corporate lunches, team celebrations, apartment parties, and any event where at least ten people need something better than pizza.

Plan Ahead: Our 48-Hour Catering Policy

Because everything is prepared fresh and portioned for your group, we ask for a minimum of 48 hours' notice on all catering orders. If you're planning a Thursday all-hands in your Allston office, place your order by Tuesday. For weekend events — a housewarming, a grad-school send-off, a band-practice session that turned into a party — book by Thursday at the latest. Early orders also give you the best shot at locking in your full menu selection.

Minimum group size: 10 guests.

What We Bring to the Table

Our catering menu pulls from KaO's full kitchen. Popular choices for Allston orders include:

  • Pad Thai — the reliable crowd-pleaser; available with tofu for plant-based guests
  • General KaO Chicken — crispy, saucy, gone fast
  • Drunken Noodle 🌶️🌶️ — for the group that wants real heat
  • Spicy Basil Fried Rice 🌶️🌶️ — another spice-forward option worth flagging for sensitive eaters
  • Kao Fried Rice & Thai Fried Rice — great neutral bases for mixed groups
  • Grilled Chicken Teriyaki — a crossover hit for guests newer to Thai flavors
  • KaO Platters — formatted for sharing, ideal for long conference tables or buffet-style setups
  • Starters: Crab Rangoon, Gyoza, and Lo Mein to round out the spread
  • Thai Iced Tea — a strong add-on; it photographs well and guests always ask about it

Dietary Notes and Mixed Groups

Allston's population skews young, international, and diet-conscious. When you place your order, let us know about vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-sensitivity needs in your group. Several dishes can be adjusted, and we'll flag which items contain shellfish, peanuts, or high heat so you can communicate clearly to your guests.

How Catering to Allston Works

KaO is located at 125 Essex Street, Lawrence, MA — roughly 25–30 miles north of Allston via I-93 and I-90. We are not an Allston restaurant, and we want to be upfront about that. Catering orders are delivered to your Allston address at a scheduled time you confirm with us. If you're receiving delivery to a mid-rise building on Commonwealth Ave or a creative workspace off Cambridge Street, make sure someone is available to receive the order at street level — Allston parking is tight and our drivers won't be able to hold a spot. For large orders across multiple floors, coordinate internally before delivery day.

Pricing

Per-head pricing varies by menu selection and total guest count. Contact us directly for a catering quote tailored to your event — we don't post flat rates because the right package genuinely depends on what you're ordering and for how many.

Get Your Allston Catering Quote

Ready to book? Call us at 978-923-0065 or visit our website to request a catering quote. Remember: minimum 10 guests, 48-hour advance notice required. The sooner you reach out, the smoother your event goes.