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Food truck hire in Orpington, Greater London
Looking for food truck hire in Orpington? We arrive with our food truck or trailer and everything we need to serve, then serve your guests fresh on the day.
- Big birthdays
- Private outdoor parties
- Summer parties at home
Book food truck hire in Orpington
About our food truck hire in Orpington
Guests walk up to the hatch, order and take their food away hot. It keeps things easy and relaxed for guests and hosts. It suits big birthdays and anniversary celebrations, with vegan tacos, burrito bowls and quesadillas.
Hiring a food truck in Orpington starts with where it can park. A courtyard, forecourt or drive can work, with permission, and a parking suspension may be needed on some streets. Like all of Greater London, Orpington is inside the ULEZ. We arrive ready to serve, and clear our own area when service is finished.
- Where
- Orpington (BR5, BR6, BR7, DA14)
- County
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Also available
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
Orpington: parking, access and venues
Orpington is about 12 miles south-east of London, in Greater London. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Orpington and nearby villages. Orpington is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is Croydon, about 9 miles away.
By road, Orpington is on or near the A224 and B258, which makes it easy for us to reach with the truck or trailer. For guests coming by train, St Mary Cray station is about 0.7 miles away. Hiring our food truck for an event near the Kent Downs National Landscape, within about 5 miles of Orpington? Country lanes can be narrow and verges soft, so tell us about the route in.
We cover events in every part of BR5, BR6, BR7 and DA14. Whether your event is on High Street, Furzehill Square and Station Road or a nearby road, we will plan where to park and serve. Orpington sits on or near the A224 and B258, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to Orpington for food truck hire include Poverest (1 mile north), Derry Downs (1 mile east), St Mary Cray (1 mile north), St Paul's Cray (1 mile north) and Goddington (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include London (12 miles north-west), City of Westminster (14 miles north-west), Marylebone (14 miles north-west), Kensington (15 miles north-west), St Pancras (14 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (13 miles north-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Lullingstone Castle (4.4 miles south-east) and Orpington Hospital (1.5 miles south). Open spaces near Orpington include The Warren and Summer Hill.
- Local schools include Harris Academy Orpington (0.8 miles south-east) and The Priory School (0.8 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Royal Albert pub (less than half a mile east)
Why choose food truck hire in Orpington?
A hog roast suits meat eaters well, but a Mexican menu covers vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests more easily. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Orpington
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests
- Events in Orpington and across Greater London
- Allergen-aware menus
Take a look at our prices page and the cost guide.
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, and handles allergen information for you.
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.
Step by step
A typical event goes like this: we arrive and set up, we open the hatch when you’re ready, and we serve your guests fresh until service ends. A hired food truck at a summer event in Orpington can serve in daylight until about 9:20pm at midsummer, while late September brings sunset forward to around 7:05pm. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, plan lighting where guests queue at the hatch.
- Tell us what the event is and who’s coming.
- Together we plan dishes that cover your guests’ diets.
- We check power, water and timings with the venue.
- The truck serves at the agreed times.
- Once service ends, we tidy up and go.
Before we arrive
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
Ask for a quote
Thinking about food truck hire for your event in Orpington? Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
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Planners, venues and businesses
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
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Catering for every guest
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan a covered area for guests to eat
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Ask guests with severe allergies to speak to us beforehand
- Collect diets and allergies with your RSVPs
At the end of service, we close the hatch and pack down and drive off quietly.
Ask about a second service later in the evening, quoted with the main booking.
Before you choose a spot
Many gardens, fields and venues can take a truck or trailer, but there are a few things to check:
- Some space between the truck and nearby homes
- A flat parking spot on firm ground or hardstanding
- Room for guests to gather at the hatch
In Orpington, as everywhere in Greater London, the ULEZ applies and kerb space is limited. Where will the truck or trailer stop? A drive, a courtyard or a suspended bay can all work.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Orpington
- Burritos
- Mexican drinks bar
- Burrito bowls
- Quesadillas
- Loaded nachos
- Tacos
What food truck hire costs
We quote for your event, and the price is based on:
- Your choice of food and drinks
- Timings and hours
- Staff for serving and the bar
- What the venue already provides
There is no one-size-fits-all price for food truck hire. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Contact us for a quote.
What to tell us
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and rough timings
- Diets and allergies you know about
- The address or venue name
- Roughly how many adults and children
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Orpington
A food truck gives a private event a focal point, and the hatch draws people over.
We cater all kinds of occasions in Orpington and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Summer parties at home
- Private outdoor parties
- Winter staff parties
- Retirement parties
Hoping to hire a food truck for a gathering in Jubilee Country Park? A catering vehicle in a public park normally needs the landowner’s permission.
Before booking anyone
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
- What the price includes, item by item
- The deposit and payment dates
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Your questions about food truck hire in Orpington
Is food truck hire possible at a house in Orpington?
A drive, a courtyard or a suspended bay can all work, depending on your street. Guests order at the hatch, so we also need room for a queue, and all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Can you bring a truck or trailer to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and catering, so check with yours. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
What space does the truck need?
Send us the address and a description of the spot, and we will check the access. Our guide to space and power has more.
Do you have gluten-free options?
Yes, gluten-free options are available, made with corn tortillas. Tell us about any coeliac guests before the event so we can explain how we prepare their food.
How does food truck hire work?
Our truck or trailer comes to your venue and serves your guests from the hatch. Only your guests are served.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
Yes. Dairy-free options are part of our menus, and we’ll tell you which dishes contain milk.
Can we hire the truck for our wedding?
A food truck suits a relaxed wedding well, especially in the evening. We agree access and timings with the venue.
Do you offer a bar with the truck?
Our Mexican drinks bar can be added to a truck booking, serving margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and soft drinks. We’ll talk licensing through with you.
- 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