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Food truck hire in Upton, Southampton
Looking for food truck hire in Upton? We arrive with our food truck or trailer and everything we need to serve, then serve your guests fresh on the day.
- Big birthdays
- Engagement parties
- Client hospitality
Food truck hire near Upton
Food truck hire in Upton, served fresh
Our drinks bar can be hired with the truck for margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas, with licensing checked with you. A build-your-own taco bar can sit beside the truck too. It works well for parties in venue grounds and retirement parties, serving vegan tacos, fresh salsas and guacamole and burrito bowls.
In a hamlet or village like Upton, our truck or trailer can serve a private party or a team day in a field or garden. Guests queue at the hatch, so have some cover ready in case of rain. Timings are planned around your event, so service starts when you want it.
- Area
- Upton (SO16)
- County
- Southampton
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Extras
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Events we cater in Upton
People eat when they’re hungry, rather than all at once.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. People in Upton can book us for events such as:
- Client hospitality
- End-of-year parties
- Wedding evening food
- Big birthdays
Around Upton, historic houses include South Stoneham House (4.1 miles east) and Southampton Tudor House and Garden (4.4 miles south-east). Historic houses and estates normally have firm rules on vehicles, so ask where a hired food truck could park before booking.
What your quote should include
- VAT, if it applies
- Whether travel is included
- The venue requirements
- Where to see their hygiene rating
Comparing your options
Booking several street food trucks means juggling several suppliers. One truck with tacos, burritos and nachos is one booking to manage. Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the length of service, plus any add-ons and the location. Every event gets its own quote.
What you get with us
- Every guest catered for, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan included
- Allergen information for every dish
- A menu agreed with you
- A plan agreed before the day
Read our pricing and what Mexican catering costs.
Your questions about food truck hire in Upton
Do you cater at coastal events near Upton?
Yes, as long as the site allows it and the ground is firm. Seafront and beach spots normally need permission, and wind is the main thing to plan for.
Could you serve our guests after a service at Church of St John?
Yes, at a garden, field or venue nearby where the truck or trailer can park. Service would be at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Can guests build their own tacos?
We can. We can set up a build-your-own taco bar, served from the truck or a serving table, with fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings.
What food and drinks do you offer?
Every menu is agreed with you. Fillings might include chicken tinga, pork carnitas, al pastor-style pork and vegan options like black beans. Our sample menu has more ideas.
Is the food suitable for children?
Of course. Mild dishes, quesadillas and nachos can be part of the menu. Include children in your numbers.
Do you cover Upton?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, including Upton. To check your date, send us your details through our quote form.
What guest numbers do you cater for?
It depends on the event and how long service runs. As a guide, it’s around 50 to 400 guests, so tell us your numbers.
Is private hire the same as trading at a festival?
A private hire is booked and quoted for you, so we don’t serve passers-by. Event organisers should see street food for festivals.
What happens on the day
Service is quick and friendly: guests are served at the hatch or a serving station, so a crowd is looked after quickly. When service ends, we pack down. Evening events in Upton stay light until about 9:25pm at midsummer. Once it is dark, some lighting near the hatch makes ordering easier.
- First come the basics: date, location, numbers and diets.
- You get a hatch menu and a quote for the hire.
- We confirm the parking spot, access, power and water with you or the venue.
- Your guests order at the hatch and we serve hot food at the agreed times.
- Once guests are fed, we clear our area and head off.
Before we arrive
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to use our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will put together a menu and price.
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Planning food truck hire around Upton
Upton is about 2 miles north-west of Regents Park, in Southampton. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Upton and the surrounding area. We cover all 40 towns and villages across Southampton, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in.
Rail travellers will be glad to hear that Redbridge station is about 2.1 miles away. If you are celebrating after a ceremony at a church like Church of St John, our truck or trailer can be waiting at the reception spot. With the New Forest National Park within about 8 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. A private event by the sea is within reach, as Upton is within about 5 miles of the coast. Promenades and beaches generally need the council’s agreement for a catering vehicle.
Food truck hire in SO16 is planned around your venue and access and your guests. From Upton Lane, Romsey Road and Greenwood Avenue or anywhere nearby, we will plan where to park and serve. We also serve at events in Nursling (1 mile south), Rownhams (1 mile east), Ashfield (1 mile north-west), Toothill (1 mile north) and Hillyfields (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in Southampton (4 miles south-east), Shirley (3 miles south-east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles south-east) and Chartwell Green (5 miles east).
A little further out are Eling Experience (2.2 miles south) and Romsey Extra (2.4 miles north-west). Not far away are Testwood Lakes.
- Local schools include Oasis Academy Lord's Hill (0.9 miles south-east) and Oaklands Community School (0.9 miles south-east)
Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Confirm the venue accepts outside caterers and vehicles
- Have shelter ready in case of rain
- Walk the access route and note narrow gaps
- Put anyone with a severe allergy in touch with us
Guests order at the hatch and their food is handed out hot.
Simple quesadillas suit younger guests, if you’d like a kids’ choice.
About the menu
Loaded nachos
Nachos are good for sharing between friends.
Salsas and guacamole
Fresh salsas and guacamole, made for your event.
Organising for someone else?
For larger events, we plan serving points around your timings, so everyone is served promptly. Tell us how long you have for food and drinks.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
Also near Upton
Also in Upton
Space, access and the venue
We will agree the spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Gate widths, overhead branches and soft ground checked in advance
- Parking arrangements if we are not on private land
- Firm, level ground or hardstanding where the truck or trailer can park
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Can I do a taco night myself?
You can host your own taco night for a crowd, but it takes planning. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
- 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