Kent · England
Food truck hire in Otford, Kent
A menu that works for every guest: gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options, plus allergen information for every dish. Our Mexican food truck or trailer, hired for your private or corporate event in Otford.
- Leaving parties
- Staff summer parties
- Family celebrations
Food truck hire near Otford
Hiring a food truck in Otford
Otford is about 2 miles north of Sevenoaks, in Kent. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Otford. We cater in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Royal Tunbridge Wells, about 13 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Knole House (3.2 miles south) and Lullingstone Castle (3.3 miles north). Historic houses and estates generally have firm rules on vehicles, so ask where a hired food truck could park before you book. Rail travellers will be glad to hear that Otford station is in Otford itself. With the Kent Downs National Landscape within about 2 miles, a rural setting for your private or work event is within reach. Firm ground and a clear way in matter most for the truck or trailer.
Anywhere in TN14, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests. Whether your event is on Station Road, High Street and Bubblestone Road or anywhere nearby, we can bring food truck hire there, given access. Close by, we cover events in Twitton (1 mile west), Shoreham (2 miles north), Sepham Heath (2 miles north-west), Halstead (3 miles north-west) and Badgers Mount (3 miles north-west). We also cater in nearby towns such as Maidstone (15 miles east), Dartford (9 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south), Gravesend (12 miles north-east), Tonbridge (9 miles south-east) and Northfleet (11 miles north-east).
A little further out are Kemsing Castle Bank (1.7 miles east) and Otford Heritage Centre (within half a mile south-east). The countryside around Otford includes Dryhill Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include St Michael's Preparatory School (0.7 miles east) and Knole Academy (1.7 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Woodman pub (within half a mile north)
Food truck hire in Otford, served fresh
We cook inside our food truck or trailer, so there is no need for kitchen space at the venue. What we do need is level ground, a way in and the venue’s agreement, with power and water confirmed per booking. On the menu are quesadillas, loaded nachos and fresh salsas and guacamole, and it’s a good fit for weddings and private outdoor parties.
In a smaller place like Otford, hiring our food truck for a party at home is often the easiest option: no venue hire, and guests order at the hatch. Tell us about the lane and the drive. Guests are served from our food truck or trailer, or from a serving table nearby, and we plan the service around your numbers.
Nearby places to Otford
What else we do in Otford
DIY taco night versus a caterer
You can set up your own drinks table, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: see how many tacos per person. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
Perfect for your event in Otford
Food comes from the hatch hot, one order at a time, rather than waiting under foil.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. People in Otford can book us for events such as:
- Weddings
- Staff summer parties
- Big birthdays
- Client events and product launches
After a service at a church such as Church of St Bartholomew, a hired food truck at a garden, field or venue nearby can feed everyone.
What your quote should include
- Travel and parking costs
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- A food hygiene rating you can check
- VAT, if it applies
Prices and what affects them
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- What’s on the menu
- The length of service
- The number of people
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the length of service, along with extras and where your event is. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- Expected numbers
- The venue or postcode
- Diets and allergies you know about
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will send you a clear quote.
Popular choices
Burritos
A large flour tortilla rolled round rice, beans, a filling and toppings.
Tacos from the hatch
Warm tortillas filled to order and finished with salsa, with fillings such as carnitas, chicken tinga or spiced mushroom.
What happens on the day
Service is quick and friendly: we serve from the hatch or a serving station, so a crowd is looked after quickly. When service ends, we pack down. Planning a private evening event in Otford? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June. After that, festoon lights or lamps near the truck help guests order.
- Tell us the date, the location, rough numbers and any diets.
- We check availability and send a menu and a quote for hiring the truck or trailer.
- Where the truck or trailer will stand, the route in, and power and water are all agreed in advance.
- On the day we drive in, set up and serve to order from the hatch.
- Once guests are fed, we clear our area and head off.
Getting ready for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
To get a price, just send a quick message through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest a menu to suit.
Planning help
Why choose food truck hire in Otford?
Hog roasts are popular with meat eaters, but tacos and bowls make vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests easier to feed. Larger events can cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Otford
- Allergen information for every dish
- Catering across Kent, including Otford
- A menu built around your guests
- Quick, friendly service from the hatch
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Have shelter ready in case of rain
- Email us any allergies
- Ask the venue about catering vehicles before you book
- Measure gates and look for low branches on the way in
If your timings move, let us know and we will adjust service.
Ask about a second service later in the evening.
Questions from Otford
What’s the nearest station to Otford for guests?
Guests can use Otford station, which is right in Otford.
Can you bring your truck or trailer to Fackenden Down?
Only with permission from whoever runs the park, often the council. Ask them first, and we’ll help with the information they need from us.
How much does food truck hire cost in Otford?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and where your event is. Contact us for a quote.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
Yes, we can. Let us know your dairy-free numbers, and we’ll plan the menu around them.
Is private hire the same as trading at a festival?
When you hire us, the booking is yours, and we do not sell to the public. Organisers wanting us to trade at their event can see our festival page.
Do you cook on site?
We cook to order in our truck or trailer kitchen, or serve from a taco bar. Slow-cooked fillings are prepared in advance and kept hot on site.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, we offer gluten-free options, using corn tortillas. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can explain how we prepare their food.
What access do you need?
A level, firm spot for the truck or trailer, with access wide and high enough to drive in, and the venue’s agreement. Power and water arrangements are confirmed with each booking.
For event organisers in Otford
Hosting a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about access, and we will let you know if it is a good fit.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep everyone informed on the day.
- 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