Isle of Wight · England
Mexican catering in Northwood, Isle of Wight
Something for every guest: options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. A Mexican food truck serving tacos, taco bars, burritos and quesadillas in Northwood.
- Family gatherings and christenings
- Wedding breakfasts and evening food
- Big birthday celebrations
Planning an event in Northwood?
Common questions in Northwood
Do you cater in villages like Northwood?
Yes, we cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates, ground and parking.
Do you cater at coastal events near Northwood?
Yes, with permission for the spot and firm ground for the truck or trailer. Wind, sand and seafront permissions are the main things to plan on the coast.
What’s on the menu?
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.
What space do you need?
Tell us about the venue and the way in, and we will confirm what we need. Space for a queue and, if you choose one, a taco-bar table helps too.
What access do you need?
Access and level ground matter most: a firm spot for the truck or trailer, room for a queue and, for a taco bar, space for a serving table. Send us a picture and tell us about gates, slopes and soft ground.
Do you have gluten-free options?
Yes, gluten-free options are available, using corn tortillas. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can explain how we prepare their food.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, we run a Mexican drinks bar, with margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and soft drinks. Your venue or event may need the right licence for alcohol, so we will check the licensing with you.
How long do you serve for?
We get there well before service to set up. Serving times are agreed with you in advance.
Mexican catering in Northwood, from our truck or trailer
We bring our food truck or trailer to events in and around Northwood: private gardens, venue grounds, courtyards and fields. It works well for birthday parties and family celebrations, serving a build-your-own taco bar, burrito bowls and loaded nachos.
In a hamlet or village like Northwood, your own garden or a neighbour’s field can make a good venue. Mention gates and soft ground when you contact us. You can book food, drinks or both, so the food and drinks can come from one caterer.
- Location
- Northwood (PO31)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Catering for every guest
With a little notice, most diets are easy. We suggest:
- Plan somewhere covered for guests to eat if it rains
- Flag anyone with coeliac disease
- Tell us what other food is being served
- Guests with serious allergies should speak to us in advance
We have allergen information for every dish at the hatch.
Extra salsas and toppings can widen the choice.
Prices and what affects them
Contact us for a quote, which reflects:
- The length of service
- Serving staff
- What’s on the menu
- How many guests we’re serving
The price depends on guest numbers, the menu and how long you’d like us to serve, plus any add-ons and the location. We quote for each event individually.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of the space, if it is a garden or field
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Your date and when you want service to start
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
How it works
When we arrive, we park the truck or trailer in the agreed spot and set up. Service starts at the time we’ve agreed, planned around your event. Daylight in Northwood runs to about 8:55pm in late May and 7:10pm in late September. If your event carries on later, tell us what lighting the venue has.
- It begins with the basics: your date, venue, guest numbers and dietary needs.
- You get a suggested menu, with fillings agreed with you, and a quote.
- Before the day, we agree access, the serving spot, power and water.
- We arrive, set up and cook to order, with salsas and guacamole made fresh.
- After service, we clear away and leave the spot tidy.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Tell us when you want service to start
Getting a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we’re available that day.
Related guides
Mexican catering around Northwood
Northwood is about 1 mile south of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Northwood and nearby villages. Northwood is one of 125 towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 13 miles away.
A school such as Northwood Primary School running a summer fair or fundraiser could book a taco truck. Close to Northwood are historic houses such as Osborne House (2 miles east) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.9 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and vehicles early. Northwood is within about 2 miles of the sea, so for a seaside event we plan around the wind. The truck or trailer needs firm ground rather than sand or shingle, and seafront spots usually need permission from the council or landowner.
For Mexican catering in PO31, we plan around your venue and the route in and timings. From Nodes Road, Wyatts Lane and Uplands Road or anywhere nearby, we’ll plan where to park and serve. Close by, we cover events in Rew Street (1 mile west), Gurnard (1 mile north), Cowes (1 mile north), Noke Common (2 miles south) and Parkhurst (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Newport (3 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (9 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east), Ventnor (11 miles south-east) and Oakfield (7 miles east). For an event at a remote venue, tell us early so we can plan the journey, access and power.
Other landmarks nearby include Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles north) and West Cowes Castle (1.7 miles north). The countryside around Northwood includes Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Cowes Enterprise College (1.4 miles north)
- Nearby, you will find The Travellers Joy pub (less than half a mile south-west)
Space, access and the venue
Many gardens, fields and venues can take a truck or trailer, but there are a few things to check:
- A spot for a taco-bar serving table
- Agreement from the venue to bring a food truck or trailer on site
- Details of power and water on site, agreed when you book
Out-of-the-way places like Northwood take a little more planning, so let us know about tracks, gates and power in good time.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise.
What we offer
- Tacos
- Loaded nachos
- Burritos
- Build-your-own taco bar
- Burrito bowls
- Quesadillas
Perfect for your event in Northwood
Mexican street food suits almost any crowd: familiar, filling and easy to eat wherever guests are.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Festivals, fairs and markets
- Summer garden parties
- Charity and school events
- Milestone birthdays
When the service is at a church such as All Saints' Church, the food usually happens elsewhere, at a field, hall or garden with room for the truck.
Before booking anyone
- When final numbers are due
- When payment is due
- A clear list of what’s included
- The wet-weather plan
Comparing your options
If you want food that feels relaxed without being basic, a taco bar or a menu of tacos, burritos and nachos is hard to beat. Pricing depends on the event. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Contact us for a quote.
What you get with us
- Menus for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- Allergen-aware menus
- Service planned around your numbers
For planners, venues and organisers
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can check the date.
What’s on the menu
Build-your-own taco bar
A taco bar is relaxed and sociable, and guests with different diets can choose what suits them, with every dish labelled.
Quesadillas
Quesadillas are simple and comforting.
Places near Northwood
Also in Northwood
- 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