Kent · England
Mexican catering in Allington, Kent
Fresh, generous and easy to enjoy: Mexican street-food catering from our truck or trailer: tacos, taco bars, burritos, bowls and nachos for events in Allington and across Kent.
- Leaving dos and retirement parties
- Office lunches and team days
- Weddings, day or evening
Mexican catering in Allington
Mexican catering for your event in Allington
Every menu is agreed with you, so fillings might include slow-cooked pork carnitas, chicken tinga or beef birria, and vegan options like spiced mushrooms or black beans. On the menu are loaded nachos, burrito bowls and quesadillas, and it suits leaving dos and retirement parties and anniversaries and engagements.
There may be a hall or club near Allington if your garden is small; a truck or trailer can work at any of them, with permission and a level spot. Access, space and power are agreed with you beforehand, so there are no surprises on arrival.
Taco catering in Allington: local tips
Allington is about 2 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Allington will be, and we will plan access and set-up. We cover 922 places across Kent, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 25 miles away.
Thinking of an event in Whatman Park? Public parks generally need the landowner’s permission for a food truck, so check first. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Barming station, about 0.8 miles west. With the Kent Downs National Landscape about 7 miles away at most, a rural setting is never far from Allington. Country lanes there can be narrow and verges soft, so tell us about the route in.
Mexican catering in ME16, ME20 and ME14 is planned around your venue and access and timings. Your event could be at a home on Wyatt Road, Beaver Road and Godwin Road. Other places close to Allington for Mexican catering include Aylesford (1 mile north-west), Fant (1 mile south), Ditton (2 miles west), East Farleigh (2 miles south) and Kettle Corner (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Sittingbourne (11 miles east), Sevenoaks (13 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (14 miles south-west), Gravesend (11 miles north-west), Tonbridge (11 miles south-west) and Northfleet (12 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Fremlin Walk (1.3 miles south-east). Open spaces near Allington include Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
- Schools near Allington include The Maplesden Noakes School (0.7 miles south-east) and St. Simon Stock Catholic School (0.9 miles south)
- Nearby, you’ll find Malta Inn (0.8 miles north-east)
Nearby places to Allington
Other catering in Allington
Can I do a taco night myself?
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party serving. Booking a caterer means you can relax with everyone else.
Why choose Mexican catering in Allington?
A food truck gives guests somewhere to gather, and the smell of warm tortillas brings people over.
We cater all kinds of occasions in Allington and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Garden get-togethers
- Weddings, day or evening
- Festivals, fairs and markets
- Milestone birthdays
Guests leaving a church like St. Nicholas' Church after a christening could walk over to a nearby garden where the tacos are ready.
Comparing caterers
- How bad weather is handled
- Allergen information for each dish
- Whether travel is included
- Space, access, power and water needs
Common questions in Allington
Is it possible to have you in Whatman Park?
It depends on the park’s owner, who would need to agree to a catering vehicle on site. Ask them first; if they say yes, we will send what they need from us.
Do you come to events in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We will follow the site rules.
What guest numbers do you cater for?
Truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests. Festivals can be bigger, and smaller parties are quoted case by case.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
Yes. Dairy-free options are part of our menus.
How soon do we need to book?
Early, particularly for summer Saturdays. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you have gluten-free options?
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. See are corn tortillas gluten-free?
What if the weather’s bad?
The truck or trailer can serve in the rain, but guests need somewhere covered to eat and drink, such as a marquee, gazebo or nearby building.
How much will it cost?
Every event is quoted for individually, depending on numbers, menu, venue and timings. For a price, tell us about it on our contact page.
What happens on the day
On the day, we park the truck or trailer in the agreed spot and set up. We are ready to serve at the agreed time, so everything runs to your schedule. Planning an evening event in Allington? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September. Festoon lights or floodlights help once it gets dark.
- First, send us a few details about your event.
- You get a sample menu and a quote.
- We agree access, the serving spot, power and water.
- On the day we park up, set up and serve hot food to order.
- We pack down after service and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Tell us what power and water the site has
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
Getting a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. Contact us for a quote: just use our quote form.
Planning help
What Mexican catering costs
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we’re needed on site
- How many guests we are serving
- Serving staff
- The menu you choose
Larger events can cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
- The date and time of the event
- What power and water the site has
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
To get a price, just fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest a menu to suit.
Is Mexican catering right for your event?
Compared with a hog roast or barbecue, tacos make vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests easier to cater for, thanks to separate fillings and toppings. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
Why us?
- Quick, friendly service from the hatch
- Events in Allington and across Kent
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
See our pricing and our guide to catering costs.
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Send allergy details to us in writing
- Collect dietary needs when guests reply
- Guests with serious allergies should speak to us in advance
On the day, we arrive in good time to park up and get ready. All we need is someone to show us the agreed spot.
Burrito bowls are a good choice for anyone avoiding tortillas, and they’re easy to adapt for different diets.
Working with your venue
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
For big numbers, we plan service to keep queues short, so everyone is served promptly. Let us know how long the break is.
About the menu
Burritos and burrito bowls
Rice, beans, a filling and toppings rolled in a large tortilla, or the same served in a bowl.
Tacos
Warm tortillas with a choice of fillings, finished with salsas and toppings. Fillings such as carnitas, chicken tinga or spiced mushrooms are agreed 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