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Taco caterers in Shipley: Mexican street food
Fresh, colourful and made to share: Mexican street food from our truck or trailer, from tacos to loaded nachos in Shipley and the surrounding area.
- Leaving parties
- Big birthday celebrations
- Festivals, fairs and markets
Get a quote for Mexican catering in Shipley
Where the truck can go in Shipley
Plenty of outdoor spaces and venues work for us, but a few things matter:
- Power and water arrangements, confirmed with each booking
- The venue’s or landowner’s permission for a catering vehicle
- A sensible distance from buildings and neighbours
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise before you book.
Popular choices
- Burritos
- Tacos
- Burrito bowls
- Quesadillas
- Build-your-own taco bar
- Loaded nachos
Mexican catering in Shipley, from our food truck or trailer
You can keep the menu short or make it a feast: a taco menu, or tacos plus loaded nachos, quesadillas and burrito bowls. Our Mexican drinks bar can be added too, with licensing checked with you. For engagement celebrations and garden get-togethers, we can serve a build-your-own taco bar, tacos and burritos.
Somewhere like Shipley, a field or garden is often the setting. Gates, verges and soft ground are worth mentioning when you enquire. Your quote sets out what’s included: menu, timings and any add-ons.
- Location
- Shipley (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Numbers
- Normally around 50 to 400; ask us
- Add-ons
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Events we cater in Shipley
The truck or trailer becomes a focal point, and people drift over as soon as service starts.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. People in Shipley can book us for events such as:
- Festivals, fairs and markets
- Fundraisers and school events
- Weddings and evening receptions
- Garden parties
Guests arriving by train will find that the nearest station is Billingshurst station, about 4 miles north-west.
What your quote should include
- How each diet is kept separate
- Who provides plates and napkins
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- The wet-weather plan
Dietary needs and planning tips
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Flag anyone with coeliac disease
- Ensure the menu has a vegan option
- Think about cover for guests in wet weather
- Tell us how many children are coming
Once everyone has eaten, we tidy up and pack away.
Extra salsas and toppings can widen the choice.
Why choose Mexican catering in Shipley?
Platters dropped off in the morning are easy but forgettable. Hot food served from a truck feels like part of the event. Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Shipley
- Fast service, even with a queue
- Allergen-aware menus
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- A menu agreed with you
Read our prices page and what Mexican catering costs.
Can I do a taco night myself?
Some hosts like to do it themselves. The usual problems are cold tortillas, running out of a popular filling and a host stuck at the stove. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us serve.
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.
What else we do in Shipley
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
Events in public spaces, like parks, usually need permission. We can send what the landowner or council needs from us.
Step by step
We take care of everything you’ve booked, from set-up to service, so you can spend time with your guests. Daylight in Shipley runs to about 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September. If your event carries on later, tell us what lighting the venue has.
- Begin with the date, the place and the numbers.
- We come back with menu ideas and a quote.
- Closer to the day, we confirm timings and arrangements.
- We serve hot food from our truck or trailer at the agreed time.
- When you are done, we pack away.
Before we arrive
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Taco catering in Shipley: local tips
Shipley is about 6 miles south of Horsham, in West Sussex. Anywhere in RH13, we can bring the truck or trailer to you, as long as there is access. We cover 371 places across West Sussex, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 15 miles away.
Guests leaving a church like The Church of St Mary the Virgin after a christening could walk over to a nearby garden where the tacos are ready. Parents planning a fundraiser at a school like Shipley CofE Primary School might find a Mexican street-food truck draws families in.
Mexican catering in RH13 is planned around your venue and access and your guests. We can cater an event on streets such as Church Close and School Lane or the roads around them. Other places close to Shipley for Mexican catering include Whitehall (1 mile south-west), Dragons Green (1 mile north), Broomer's Corner (1 mile south-west), Dial Post (2 miles south) and West Grinstead (2 miles east). We also cater in nearby towns such as Crawley (12 miles north-east), Horsham (6 miles north), Worthing (11 miles south), Haywards Heath (12 miles east), Burgess Hill (11 miles east) and Littlehampton (14 miles south-west).
Open spaces near Shipley include Knepp Wildland.
What’s on the menu
Salsas and guacamole
The salsas and guacamole finish every plate, and guests add as much as they like.
Loaded nachos
Tortilla chips piled with cheese, a filling, salsa, guacamole and toppings.
Shipley: your questions answered
Do you come out to small places like Shipley?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Let us know about access and parking for the truck or trailer.
How far is Shipley from central London?
About 37 miles from central London, and well within our area.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We clear our own area when service is finished. Ask us if you’d like help with anything else.
Can you do dairy-free food?
We can. Dairy-free options are part of our menus.
What if it rains?
The truck or trailer serves in the rain, though guests need a covered place to eat.
What is mobile Mexican catering?
We arrive with our own mobile kitchen. We set up, serve your guests and clear away when service ends.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
How much does Mexican catering cost in Shipley?
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
- 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