Greater London · England
Mexican catering in Shacklewell, Greater London
Fresh, generous and easy to enjoy: tacos, burritos, bowls and nachos served from our Mexican food truck in Shacklewell and the surrounding area.
- Charity and school events
- Leaving dos and retirement parties
- Festivals, fairs and markets
Planning an event in Shacklewell?
What we need at the venue
Plenty of outdoor spaces and venues work for us, but a few things matter:
- A sensible distance from buildings and neighbours
- Agreement from the venue to bring a food truck or trailer on site
- Space for a taco-bar table if you’ve chosen one
London streets around Shacklewell can be narrow and busy, and all of Greater London sits inside the ULEZ. Tell us about loading, permits and any parking suspension when you enquire.
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Loaded nachos
- Burritos
- Burrito bowls
- Quesadillas
- Tacos
- Build-your-own taco bar
Mexican catering for your event in Shacklewell
Mixed diets are easy to plan with Mexican street food. We plan vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, with corn tortillas for gluten-free guests, and allergen information is available for every dish. At birthday parties and markets and community events, we will put together a menu of burrito bowls, loaded nachos and fresh salsas and guacamole and more.
In Shacklewell, events range from courtyards to hired halls. Let us know where the truck or trailer can stop, and about any height barriers or narrow entrances. We plan the timings around your day, whether that is speeches, a lunch break or a festival schedule.
- Location
- Shacklewell (N16, E8, E5)
- County
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400; ask us
- Add-ons
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
Planning for every diet
We cater for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Put guests with severe allergies in touch with us early
- Flag anyone with coeliac disease
- Give us separate numbers for children
- Have a covered area ready in case of rain
Allergen information is on hand for every dish, so guests can check before they order.
Tell us if you need plates, cutlery or serving staff and we will confirm what’s possible with your quote.
Your questions about Mexican catering in Shacklewell
Where would you park in Shacklewell?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. Some streets may need a parking suspension from the council, and all of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Which station should guests use for Shacklewell?
Guests can use Rectory Road station, which is right in Shacklewell.
What do you serve?
We agree a sample menu with each client. Fillings could include chicken tinga, pork carnitas, al pastor-style pork and vegan options like black beans. See our menu for ideas.
What are your prices?
We don’t publish set prices, because every event is different. Send your details and you’ll get a quote for your event.
Do you have vegan options?
Yes. We can include vegetarian and vegan fillings like black beans or spiced mushrooms.
What’s on the menu?
Every menu is agreed with you, with fillings such as chicken tinga, carnitas or black beans. Take a look at the sample menu.
What do you need at the venue?
Send us details of the venue and the access, and we will confirm what we need. Space for a queue and, if you choose one, a taco-bar table helps too.
Are plates and napkins included?
That’s confirmed with each quote. Tell us whether your venue has crockery or you’d prefer disposables and we will talk it through.
Who books Mexican catering in Shacklewell?
You do not need a kitchen, so gardens, fields and outdoor venues are all possible.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. People in Shacklewell can book us for events such as:
- Charity and school events
- Office lunches and team days
- Anniversaries and engagements
- Summer garden parties
Parks such as Stoke Newington Common normally need the owner’s permission for vehicles and catering, so ask before you plan an event there.
Comparing caterers
- Travel and parking costs
- Space, access, power and water needs
- What happens if it rains
- The deposit and payment dates
Towns and villages near Shacklewell
What else we do in Shacklewell
Prices and what affects them
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How many guests we are serving
- Food, drinks or both
- Serving staff
- The length of service
Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you can choose what you need.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What power and water the site has
- Roughly how many adults and children
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. When you’re ready, use our quote form.
A closer look at the menu
Quesadillas
A quesadilla is an easy favourite, and they go down well with children.
Loaded nachos
Crisp tortilla chips loaded with toppings, salsa and guacamole.
Shacklewell: venues, access and local tips
Shacklewell is about 1 mile east of Highbury, in Greater London. Wherever your event is in the N16 area, we can serve your guests, as long as there’s access. Shacklewell is one of 764 places in Greater London where we can bring Mexican catering.
Reaching Shacklewell by road is easy for us, thanks to the A107. Historic houses near Shacklewell include Sutton House (0.9 miles east) and Mansion House (2.9 miles south). If your event is at a historic house or estate, check its rules on outside caterers and vehicles early.
Wherever your event is in N16, E8 and E5, we can bring Mexican catering to you, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Muir Road, Allen Road and Downs Road; for an event at home on any of them, tell us where the truck or trailer can park. Shacklewell sits on or near the A107, which makes travel to your event easy. Close by, we cover events in West Hackney (1 mile north), Dalston (1 mile south), Kingsland (1 mile south-west), Newington Green (1 mile west) and Mildmay (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in London (4 miles south), City of Westminster (4 miles south-west), Marylebone (4 miles south-west), Kensington (7 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles south-west) and Walthamstow (3 miles north-east).
Well-known places in the area include Clowns Gallery-Museum (0.6 miles south) and Hackney Walk (0.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Shacklewell include Hollow Pond and Woodberry Wetlands.
- Nearby schools include Shacklewell Primary School (less than half a mile west) and Kingsland Secondary School (within half a mile south)
- Local pubs include The Shacklewell Arms (under half a mile south-west)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Stoke Newington (0.6 miles west)
The process
From set-up to service, we look after everything you’ve booked from us, so you can enjoy your event. Planning an evening event in Shacklewell? Sunset is around 8:50pm in late May, 9:20pm at midsummer and 7:05pm in late September. Festoon lights or floodlights help once it gets dark.
- Send us your date, numbers and venue.
- Together we plan a menu around your guests’ diets.
- We check the route in and where the truck or trailer will stand.
- Guests order at the hatch or build their own at the taco bar.
- After the last serving, we clear our area.
Preparing for the day
- Tell us when you want service to start
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Ask the venue about power and water
How to get a price
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send you a clear quote.
Planning help
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Mexican catering or something else?
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. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can feel generous.
What you get with us
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Service planned around your numbers
- A menu built around your guests
- Every guest catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free included
Read our pricing and what Mexican catering costs.
- 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