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Food Truck Hire for London Docklands events
From the moment the hatch opens to the end of service, a food truck at your event, serving Mexican street food from the hatch makes the serving truck part of your event in London Docklands.
- Back-garden parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Staff summer parties
Food truck hire near London Docklands
Food truck hire in London Docklands, from our truck or trailer
You could pick fillings such as chicken tinga, carnitas or beef birria, alongside a vegan option such as spiced mushroom. We plan for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free diets. It works well for milestone birthdays and anniversary celebrations, with fresh salsas and guacamole, loaded nachos and quesadillas.
In a London neighbourhood like London Docklands, the first question for food truck hire is parking. A courtyard, forecourt or drive can work, with permission, and some streets may need a parking suspension from the council. Like all of Greater London, London Docklands is inside the ULEZ. Guests are served from our truck or trailer, or from a serving table nearby, and we plan the service around your numbers.
- Location
- London Docklands (E14, SE16, E22)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guests
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
What affects the price in London Docklands
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- What’s on the menu
- Food, drinks or both
- How many staff you need
- Distance and access to the venue
Larger events can cost less per head, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of the space, if it’s a garden or field
- The venue or postcode
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
How it works
The truck or trailer tends to draw a crowd, so we will help you choose a spot with room for a queue. We can serve in the rain, though guests will want somewhere covered to stand or sit. Late-September events in London Docklands see sunset at about 7:05pm, so a later service will need some lighting. A late-May event keeps its light until roughly 8:50pm.
- Check our availability for your date.
- We agree a hatch menu and send a quote.
- The spot and the way in are agreed in advance.
- We drive in, open the hatch and serve your guests.
- We pack down and drive away when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Tell us when you want service to start
Get a quote
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Hiring a food truck in London Docklands
London Docklands is about 2 miles north-west of Greenwich, in Greater London. Whether your event is in the middle of London Docklands or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh service from our truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. London Docklands is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Nearby historic houses include Queen's House (1.8 miles south) and Mansion House (3.1 miles west). Historic houses and estates typically have firm rules on vehicles, so ask where a hired food truck could park before you book. Parks such as Sir John McDougall Gardens generally need permission for vehicles and catering, so a garden or hired venue is often simpler.
Wherever your event is in E14, SE16 and E22, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Castor Lane, Cassilis Road and Dockyard Lane or anywhere nearby, we can bring food truck hire there, given access. Main roads around London Docklands include the A1206 and A1261, so getting the truck or trailer to your event is simple. Other places close to London Docklands for food truck hire include Canary Wharf (1 mile west), Poplar (1 mile north), Heron Quays (1 mile south-west), Coldharbour (1 mile east) and Blackwall (1 mile east). Further out, we also cater in London (3 miles west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles west) and Shoreditch (3 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Greenwich Castle (2 miles south) and The Pumphouse Educational Museum (0.9 miles west). The countryside around London Docklands includes St. James's Park Lake and Lavender Pond.
- Nearby schools include Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School (within half a mile north) and Canary Wharf College 3 (0.7 miles south)
- Nearby, you will find The Ledger Building pub (under half a mile north-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Holy Trinity (1.9 miles north-west)
Towns and villages near London Docklands
More for events in London Docklands
DIY taco night or a caterer?
Some hosts like to do it themselves. Common snags are cold tortillas, uneven quantities and the host missing the party. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us serve.
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep tortillas warm in a covered basket, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
Space, access and the venue
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. The main points are:
- A place for guests to eat close to the hatch
- Distance from houses and windows
- The landowner’s go-ahead for the truck or trailer
London Docklands is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, which covers all of Greater London, and parking can be tight: let us know about permits, bays, off-street space or a parking suspension.
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Popular choices
- Tacos
- Loaded nachos
- Burrito bowls
- Burritos
- Mexican drinks bar
- Quesadillas
A closer look at the menu
Burrito bowls
Rice, beans, a filling and toppings in a bowl.
Quesadillas
Toasted tortillas with melted cheese and a filling, cut into wedges.
For event organisers in London Docklands
If you’re organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Comparing your options
Cooking yourself saves on catering but costs you the day. Hire the truck and the cooking is ours. Catering from a truck or trailer can be a practical alternative to a sit-down meal, as there’s no kitchen to hire. Contact us for a quote to compare.
What we offer in London Docklands
- Fast service, even with a queue
- A plan agreed before the day
- Every guest catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included
- Book food, drinks or both
Read how we price and what Mexican catering costs.
Occasions we cater for in London Docklands
It feels informal but well looked after.
Big or small, a truck or trailer works well. Typical bookings include:
- Leaving dos and retirements
- Client hospitality
- Wedding receptions
- Company away days
No room on the drive? A hired hall or sports club near London Docklands with parking may suit the truck or trailer.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Questions from London Docklands
What about parking in London Docklands?
That depends on the street. A drive, a courtyard or a bay suspended by the council can all work, so tell us what’s outside your venue. The ULEZ covers all of Greater London.
Is food truck hire possible at a house in London Docklands?
It depends on the space: a drive, a courtyard or a parking bay suspended by the council can all work. We also need room for guests to queue at the hatch, and the ULEZ covers all of Greater London.
What if the weather’s bad?
The truck or trailer can serve in the rain, but your guests will want somewhere covered, like a marquee or gazebo.
Can we hire a bar too?
We bring bar staff with the drinks bar. We will talk through licensing first.
Can you cater for special diets?
There are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests. Every dish has allergen information.
How is private hire different from festival trading?
A private hire is booked and quoted for you, and we do not sell to the public. Organisers wanting us to trade at their event can see our festival page.
Do you cover London Docklands?
We do. We serve at events in London Docklands and across Greater London. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Is the food suitable for children?
Yes, children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we will suggest mild options.
- 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