West Sussex · England
Food truck hire in Southgate, West Sussex
Mobile Mexican Catering brings our Mexican food truck or trailer, hired for your private or corporate event to Southgate and across West Sussex, with options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests.
- End-of-year celebrations
- Wedding receptions
- Milestone birthdays
Planning an event in Southgate?
About our food truck hire in Southgate
As a guide, hiring the truck or trailer suits around 50 to 400 guests. Smaller gatherings are looked at case by case, so tell us how many you expect. At garden parties and staff appreciation days, we will put together a menu of loaded nachos, tacos from the hatch and vegan tacos.
For a private or work event near Southgate, our truck or trailer brings its own kitchen; all we need is a level spot, a way in and permission. Every guest is catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free included, and we give allergen information for every dish.
- Location
- Southgate (RH10, RH11)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guests
- Usually around 50 to 400; ask us
- Also available
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
What happens on the day
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, let us know and we will adjust where we can. A Christmas party in Southgate with a hired food truck will be in the dark from about 3:55pm, so choose a well-lit spot for the truck or trailer. In late June, it stays light until about 9:20pm.
- First come the basics: date, location, numbers and diets.
- You get a hatch menu and a quote for the hire.
- Where the truck or trailer will stand, the route in, and power and water are all agreed in advance.
- We arrive, open the hatch and cook to order for your guests.
- After service, we close the hatch, pack down and drive away.
Getting ready for the day
- Tell us when you want service to start
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Ask the venue about power and water
Getting a price
Thinking about food truck hire for your event in Southgate? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
Planning help
Planning food truck hire around Southgate
Southgate is about 1 mile south-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. We serve at events in gardens, halls and venues around Southgate and the surrounding area. Southgate is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex we cover.
Historic houses near Southgate include Tyes Place (5 miles south). If you are hiring a historic venue, check early whether it allows a catering vehicle on site. Southgate is about 27 miles from central London, which can suit a team day out of the city with a hired food truck.
We cater events across the RH10 and RH11 postcode area and the streets around it. From Oak Road, Cook Road and Colet Road or anywhere nearby, we will plan where to park and serve. With the A2004 and A2219 close by, Southgate is simple for us to get to for your event. Other places close to Southgate for food truck hire include Crawley (1 mile north-east), Tilgate (1 mile east), West Green (1 mile north), Three Bridges (1 mile north-east) and Langley Green (2 miles north). We also cater in nearby towns such as Horsham (6 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (11 miles south), East Grinstead (8 miles east), Billingshurst (13 miles south-west) and Roffey (5 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Crawley Museum (0.7 miles north) and County Mall (0.5 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake.
- Local schools include Three Bridges Junior School (under half a mile north-east) and St Wilfrid's Catholic School (0.5 miles west)
- Pubs nearby include The Downsman pub (under half a mile south-east)
Questions from Southgate
What’s the nearest station to Southgate for guests?
Guests can use Crawley station, which is right in Southgate.
How far is Southgate from London?
It’s about 27 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
What space does the truck need?
Send us the address and a description of the spot, and we’ll check the access. Our guide to space and power has more.
How spicy is the food?
The food can be kept mild, and hotter salsas go on the side for guests who like heat.
Do you cater for dietary needs?
We plan vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options, with corn tortillas for gluten-free guests. Every dish has allergen information.
What does food truck hire cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the length of service and the location. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you cover Southgate?
We do. We serve at events in Southgate and across West Sussex. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
What do you serve?
Mexican street food: tacos, taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas, plus salsas, guacamole and toppings. A drinks bar is available too.
Can I do a taco night myself?
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.
A DIY taco night is possible for a crowd, but it is more work than it looks. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we will follow them.
About the menu
Burrito bowls
Bowls suit anyone skipping tortillas, and they’re easy to adapt.
Salsas and guacamole
Guests can add salsa and guacamole to taste, from mild to hot.
Nearby places to Southgate
Other catering in Southgate
Dietary needs and planning tips
A Mexican menu is easy to plan for mixed diets, because guests can choose what suits them. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Plan a covered area for guests to eat
- Put anyone with a severe allergy in touch with us
- Email us any allergies
- Look into parking permissions if the truck can’t go off-road
The hatch opens at the time you choose, and we cook each order as it comes.
Ask us about napkins, plates and cutlery and we’ll confirm what’s possible.
Comparing your options
If you want guests to remember the food, a private food truck is a strong option. Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so tell us what you have in mind. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Why book with us
- Service planned around your numbers
- A truck or trailer that comes to you
- A clear quote
- Allergen information for everything we serve
Take a look at our pricing and the cost guide.
Planning the serving area
Everything is served from our truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A clear area for a queue at the hatch
- A parking suspension, where a street spot is needed
- A place for guests to eat close to the hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Southgate
- Burrito bowls
- Tacos
- Mexican drinks bar
- Loaded nachos
- Quesadillas
- Burritos
Perfect for your event in Southgate
It’s a private hire, so the queue is your guests only and the menu suits them.
These are some of the occasions we serve in Southgate and West Sussex:
- Garden parties
- Birthday parties
- Anniversary celebrations
- Client hospitality
A food truck in Tilgate Park would need the park owner’s agreement, so check that first.
Comparing caterers
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
- Allergen information for each dish
- VAT, if it applies
- The deposit and payment dates
- 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