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Food Truck Hire in Dagenham Dock
Something for every guest: options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. Food truck hire with tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos in Dagenham Dock.
- Birthday parties
- End-of-year celebrations
- Staff summer parties
Food truck hire near Dagenham Dock
What happens on the day
Guests tend to gather around the truck, so we’ll help you choose a spot with room for a queue. We can serve in the rain, but guests will need somewhere covered. December events in Dagenham Dock lose the light at about 3:50pm, so ask the venue about outdoor lighting where we’ll park. At midsummer, sunset is around 9:20pm.
- Tell us what the event is and who’s coming.
- We suggest fillings and dishes for every diet.
- We check power, water and timings with the venue.
- Service runs at the times you choose.
- Once service ends, we tidy up and go.
Before we arrive
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
Ask for a quote
We quote for each event separately, based on what you need. To ask for one, tell us about it on our contact page.
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Food truck hire in Dagenham Dock, from our food truck or trailer
We cook inside our truck or trailer, so your venue doesn’t need a kitchen. What we do need is level ground, a way in and the venue’s agreement. It suits anniversary celebrations and family celebrations, serving tacos from the hatch, vegan tacos and burritos.
At a private or office event in Dagenham Dock, guests order at the hatch of our truck or trailer. Let us know about the access, any barriers and the width of the way in, and send a photo if you can. Every guest is catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included, with allergen information for everything we serve.
- Where
- Dagenham Dock (RM9, SE28, IG11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400; ask us
- Add-ons
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Towns and villages near Dagenham Dock
What else we do in Dagenham Dock
Who books food truck hire in Dagenham Dock?
A food truck gives a private event a focal point.
In Dagenham Dock and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Private outdoor parties
- Engagement parties
- Client events and product launches
- Wedding evening food
Local halls and clubs around Dagenham Dock can be an option for food truck hire, given vehicle access.
Before you book anyone
- How bad weather is handled
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- A food hygiene rating you can check
- Whether travel is included
Food truck hire or something else?
Hiring a food truck is different from finding one at a festival. At a festival we trade to the public; a private hire means your guests, your menu and your timings. Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you can choose what you need.
What you get with us
- Served fresh from our food truck or trailer
- Options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests
- Allergen-aware menus
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
DIY taco night versus a caterer
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, with allergen information for every dish.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Planning food truck hire around Dagenham Dock
Dagenham Dock is about 2 miles south-west of Dagenham, in Greater London. We serve at events in gardens, halls and venues around Dagenham Dock and the surrounding area. We serve in all 764 towns and villages across Greater London. You can also see our page for London, about 10 miles away.
A food truck in Parsloes Park would need the park owner’s agreement, so check that first. Guests leaving a church like St Martin's Church could walk or drive to a nearby garden or hall where the truck is ready.
We cover events in every part of RM9, SE28 and IG11. From Perry Road, Choats Road and Chequers Lane or anywhere nearby, we will plan where to park and serve. Other places close to Dagenham Dock for food truck hire include Dagenham Green (1 mile north-east), Hornchurch Marshes (1 mile east), Thamesmead (1 mile south-west), Beam Park (1 mile east) and Barking Riverside (1 mile west). Further out, we also cater in London (10 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (12 miles west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (11 miles west) and Shoreditch (9 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Gallions Reach Shopping Park (2.7 miles west) and River (0.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Scrattons Eco Park.
- Local schools include Riverside School (0.9 miles west)
Planning for every diet
A Mexican menu is easy to plan for mixed diets, because options can be kept separate. A few tips:
- Add a dietary question to the invitation
- Tell us about coeliac guests
- Check gate widths and any height limits
- Guests with serious allergies should contact us first
Guests come to the hatch, order and wait a short moment for hot food.
Margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas from our drinks bar can be added to the booking, with licensing checked with you.
What food truck hire costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- Guest numbers
- Distance and access to the venue
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- How we drive in and where we can park
- A photo of the space, if it is a garden or field
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- What you’d like on the menu
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
What we need at the venue
We serve from a truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- The landowner’s go-ahead for the truck or trailer
- A way in wide and high enough for the vehicle
- Room for guests to gather at the hatch
London streets around Dagenham Dock can be narrow and busy, and all of Greater London sits inside the ULEZ. Tell us about loading, permits and any parking suspension when you enquire.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise before you book.
Dagenham Dock questions
Is it possible to have you in Parsloes Park?
Only if the landowner, often the council, allows it. Check with them, and we will provide what they ask for from us.
Can we hire your food truck for an event at home in Dagenham Dock?
That depends on the space. A drive, a courtyard or a suspended bay can all work, as long as the truck or trailer can reach a level spot. Tell us what’s outside, and remember the ULEZ covers all of Greater London.
Do you come to Dagenham Dock?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Dagenham Dock. For a quote, send a quick message through our quote form.
What access do you need?
Level, firm ground or hardstanding for the truck or trailer, and a route in it can fit through, plus the venue’s permission. We confirm power and water with you for each booking.
How many guests can you serve?
Our truck and trailer service normally suits events of around 50 to 400 guests. Smaller parties are quoted case by case, and festivals can be larger. Tell us your numbers.
Do you do food truck hire for weddings?
The truck or trailer can serve the wedding breakfast, evening food or both. We fit service around your running order. See our food truck wedding guide.
Can you keep it mild?
It’s up to you: we can keep it mild and put the hotter salsas on the side.
How long do you serve for?
We get there well before service to set up. The length of service is agreed when you book.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Dagenham Dock? Service from a truck or trailer is quick, even for a crowd, and the menu can suit most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
- Served from our truck or trailer at your venue, garden or event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, with allergen information
- Tacos and taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas
- Mexican drinks bar: margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas