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Mexican Catering for Shellwood Cross events
Bring our Mexican catering truck or trailer to your event in Shellwood Cross. We serve your guests straight from the truck.
- Engagement celebrations
- Markets and community events
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in Shellwood Cross?
How our Mexican catering works in Shellwood Cross
The menu starts with tacos: warm tortillas with your choice of fillings, plus fresh salsas, guacamole and toppings. Burritos, burrito bowls, loaded nachos and quesadillas can sit alongside them. Popular choices include burrito bowls, burritos and loaded nachos, and it is a good fit for family celebrations and summer garden parties.
Somewhere as small as Shellwood Cross, a garden or field is often the venue. Tell us about narrow lanes, gates and long drives and we will plan for them, and firm ground matters, especially after rain. Timings are planned around your event, so service starts when you want it.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Confirm allergies by email before the event
- Let us know if a guest is coeliac
- Ask guests about diets and allergies with your invitations
- Check that your venue allows outside caterers and vehicles
Guests order at the hatch and we serve them there and then, so everything goes out hot.
Extra salsas and toppings can widen the choice.
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We’ll provide the information the landowner or council asks for from us.
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.
What we need at the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Space for a taco-bar table if you’ve chosen one
- A sensible distance from buildings and neighbours
- A clear area in front of the hatch for a queue
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Burrito bowls
- Quesadillas
- Loaded nachos
- Tacos
- Build-your-own taco bar
- Burritos
Comparing your options
For food that feels relaxed but generous, tacos, burritos and nachos make a strong choice. Pricing depends on the event. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Your quote sets it all out.
Why book with us
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
- Access, space and power checked in advance
- Allergen-aware menus
- Quoted for your event
Read our prices page and our guide to catering costs.
Taco catering in Shellwood Cross: local tips
Shellwood Cross is about 3 miles south-east of Dorking, in Surrey. Events in Shellwood Cross are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. Shellwood Cross is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we can bring Mexican catering. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 14 miles away.
If people are travelling in by rail, the nearest station is Holmwood station, about 2.5 miles south-west. A gathering in Newdigate Brickworks would need the park owner’s say-so for any catering vehicle, and that is worth sorting out early. With the Surrey Hills National Landscape about 5 miles away at most, a rural setting is never far from Shellwood Cross. Country lanes there can be narrow and verges soft, so tell us about the route in.
Mexican catering in RH2 is planned around your venue and access and your guests. We also serve at events in Parkgate (1 mile south), Nalderswood (1 mile east), Newdigate (2 miles south), Norwood Hill (2 miles south-east) and Cudworth (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Guildford (14 miles west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (5 miles east), Redhill (5 miles north-east) and Ewell (11 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Reigate Priory Museum (3.8 miles north-east) and East Surrey Hospital (4.8 miles east). Open spaces near Shellwood Cross include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
Popular choices
Burritos and burrito bowls
A big flour tortilla wrapped round rice, beans, a filling and toppings, or the same served in a bowl.
Salsas and guacamole
The salsas and guacamole finish every plate.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: see how many tacos per person. Keep tortillas warm in a covered basket, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Why choose Mexican catering in Shellwood Cross?
Guests enjoy building their own plate, and a taco bar soon becomes a talking point while they queue.
In Shellwood Cross and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Festivals, fairs and markets
- Milestone birthdays
- Office lunches and team days
- Garden parties
When the service is at a church such as Church of St Bartholomew, the food normally happens elsewhere, at a field, hall or garden with room for the truck.
What your quote should include
- Space, access, power and water needs
- Payment terms and deposit
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
Common questions in Shellwood Cross
Do you cater in villages like Shellwood Cross?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Tell us about lanes, gates, ground and parking.
Which station should guests use for Shellwood Cross?
The closest is Holmwood station, roughly 2.5 miles away.
How does mobile Mexican catering work?
We park our truck or trailer at your venue and serve hot Mexican street food from it. A build-your-own taco bar is another option.
Is the food suitable for children?
Of course. We can keep dishes mild, and simple options such as quesadillas or nachos can be part of the menu. Include children in your numbers.
What guest numbers do you cater for?
It depends on the event. Most bookings fall around 50 to 400 guests, but tell us your numbers and we will plan around them.
When should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
How much is a food truck for an event?
The price depends on numbers, menu, service time and where your event is. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you come to Shellwood Cross?
Yes, we do. Shellwood Cross is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Nearby places to Shellwood Cross
What else we do in Shellwood Cross
How the day works
We arrive in good time before service, then set up and prepare everything. Guests come up to order when service opens. Winter evenings in Shellwood Cross close in by about 3:55pm, so a well-lit spot for the queue makes a big difference. At midsummer, the light holds until around 9:20pm.
- First, send us your date, venue, numbers and any diets we should know about.
- 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.
- On the day, we set up and serve from the truck or trailer, or from a taco-bar station.
- When service ends, we pack down and clear our area.
Preparing for the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Ask for a quote
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll send you a clear quote.
Read more
- 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