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Mexican catering in Houghton, West Sussex
A menu that works for every guest: vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options, plus allergen information for every dish. Mexican street food from our truck or trailer, from tacos to loaded nachos in Houghton.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Company summer parties
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
Planning an event in Houghton?
Houghton: venues, access and local tips
Houghton is about 6 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. For Mexican catering in Houghton, we can park up at venues, fields, drives and courtyards. Houghton is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we can bring Mexican catering. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 19 miles away.
For a fête or sports day at a school such as Dorset House School, hot food from a truck or trailer saves the volunteers from cooking. Nearby historic houses include Bignor Roman Villa (2.8 miles north-west) and Parham House (3.1 miles north-east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and vehicles early. Venues in and around the South Downs National Park, within about 2 miles of Houghton, sometimes limit where vehicles can go. Ask yours about access for a truck or trailer before booking.
Mexican catering in BN18 is planned around your venue and access and timings. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Arundel (3 miles south), Warningcamp (3 miles south-east), Crossbush (3 miles south), Tortington (4 miles south) and Poling (4 miles south-east). We also cater in nearby towns such as Worthing (8 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (9 miles south-west), Chichester (11 miles west), Selsey (15 miles south-west), Littlehampton (6 miles south) and Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east).
Well-known places in the area include Arundel and District Hospital (2.7 miles south) and Amberley Castle (1.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Houghton includes Amberley Wild Brooks and Bignor Hill.
About our Mexican catering in Houghton
We plan each menu with the client, with fillings such as slow-cooked pork carnitas, chicken tinga or beef birria, alongside vegan choices such as black beans or spiced mushrooms. At leaving parties and staff parties and office lunches, we can serve burrito bowls, loaded nachos and tacos and more.
In a hamlet or village like Houghton, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a good venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you get in touch. You can book food, drinks or both, so the food and drinks can come from one caterer.
- Area
- Houghton (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Add-ons
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Quote
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
The menu, item by item
Quesadillas
Tortillas filled with melted cheese and a filling, toasted until crisp.
Tacos
Soft tortillas, warmed and filled, finished with salsas and toppings. Fillings such as carnitas, chicken tinga or spiced mushrooms are agreed with you.
Houghton questions
Which station is closest to Houghton?
Amberley station, about 0.5 miles north-east of the centre.
Can you bring a truck or trailer to venues in the South Downs National Park?
We do, where the venue allows a catering vehicle. Lanes can be narrow and ground soft, so tell us how we’d get in.
Can you serve in bad weather?
Rain doesn’t stop service from the hatch. Have somewhere covered ready for guests.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Of course. Vegetarian and vegan fillings, such as spiced mushrooms or black beans, can be part of the menu, served alongside the meat options.
What do you serve?
Every menu is agreed with you. Fillings might include chicken tinga, pork carnitas, al pastor-style pork and vegan options like black beans. See our menu for ideas.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down and tidy our own area after service. For anything beyond that, such as guests’ tables, ask us.
How much will it cost?
Every event is quoted for individually, based on guest numbers, the menu, the venue and timings. Contact us for a quote.
What’s on the menu?
We agree the menu with each client, with fillings such as carnitas, chicken tinga, beef birria or spiced mushrooms. The sample menu shows the options.
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, set up our truck or trailer, and get on with serving. From late May to late September, sunset in Houghton moves from about 8:50pm to 7:05pm. Let us know if service will run after dark, and we will talk about lighting.
- 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.
- We arrive, set up and serve from the hatch.
- Once service ends, we clear away.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Find out what power and water are available
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
How to get a price
The quickest way to a quote is to send a quick message through our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we will suggest a menu to suit.
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Where the truck can go in Houghton
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We need:
- Agreement from the venue to bring a food truck or trailer on site
- Details of power and water on site, agreed when you book
- Room for a queue in front of the serving hatch
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Why choose Mexican catering in Houghton?
Compared with a hog roast or barbecue, Mexican street food is easier for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests, thanks to separate fillings and toppings. Pricing depends on the event. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Contact us for a quote.
Why book with us
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- We cover Houghton and the whole of West Sussex
- Quick, friendly service from the hatch
- A clear quote
Read how we price or what Mexican catering costs.
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Perfect for your event in Houghton
A food truck gives guests somewhere to gather, and people drift over as soon as service starts.
Big or small, a truck or trailer works well. Typical bookings include:
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Leaving dos and retirement parties
- Garden parties
- Christenings and family parties
For a christening or wedding at a church such as The Parish Church of St Nicholas, a food truck at a garden or venue nearby is an easy way to feed everyone.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether VAT is included
- How bad weather is handled
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
Catering for every guest
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Tell us about coeliac guests, not just gluten-free preferences
- Ensure the menu has a vegan option
- Add a dietary question to your RSVP
Allergen information is on hand for every dish, and guests are welcome to ask before ordering.
Tell us if you need plates, cutlery or serving staff and we’ll set out what we can do in your quote.
How we price Mexican catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- Guest numbers
- Your choice of food and drinks
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we will set out what’s included.
What we need to know
You do not need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Where the event is
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- What power and water the site has
- Expected numbers
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
DIY taco night or a caterer?
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, with allergen information for every dish.
- 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