Brighton and Hove · England
Mexican drinks bar in East Saltdean, Brighton and Hove
A margarita bar with Mexican beer and alcohol-free aguas frescas in East Saltdean, served from our food truck or trailer, wherever your event is.
- Fairs and community events
- Taco nights and themed parties
- Birthday parties
Planning an event in East Saltdean?
Space, access and the venue
Access is the first thing to check for a truck or trailer. We look for:
- The venue’s permission for an outside bar
- A premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice in place
- Level, firm ground for the bar set-up
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Mexican beer
- Soft drinks
- Horchata
- Margaritas
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Fruit aguas frescas
About our Mexican bar hire in East Saltdean
Soft drinks and alcohol-free choices are always part of the bar, so drivers and non-drinkers aren’t left with tap water. At garden get-togethers and fairs and community events, we will put together a menu of margaritas, Mexican beer and soft drinks and more.
For a party in a place like East Saltdean, a drinks bar is easy and sociable. Let us know about access and power. Guests are served from our food truck or trailer, or from a serving table nearby, and we plan service so the queue keeps moving.
- Where
- East Saltdean (BN2)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Add-ons
- Tacos, taco bars and burrito bowls
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
East Saltdean questions
Is it possible to have you in Beacon Hill?
Only if the landowner, often the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll help with the information they need from us.
Which station should guests use for East Saltdean?
Guests can use Southease station, about 3.3 miles north-east of East Saltdean.
Do you provide allergen information for each dish?
Yes. Tell us about allergies when you book. Under UK rules, caterers must give information on 14 allergens, and we give it for every dish (Food Standards Agency guidance). Anyone with a severe allergy should speak to us before the event.
Do we need a licence for the bar?
It depends on the venue. Some venues have a premises licence; others need a Temporary Event Notice. We talk it through with you.
What access do you need?
The main things are access and a level spot: a level spot to park, space for guests to queue and a little room for a serving table. If in doubt, send us a photo of the space and the way in.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan fillings, such as spiced mushrooms or black beans, can be part of the menu, served alongside the meat options.
What areas do you cover?
London and the South East: Greater London, Kent and Medway, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, including East Saltdean.
Can we have the bar on its own?
Of course. Our Mexican catering can be added too.
How the day works
Guests tend to gather around the truck, so we’ll help you choose a spot with room for a queue. Rain does not generally stop us serving, but guests will need somewhere covered. Winter receptions in East Saltdean are dark by about 3:55pm in December, so plan where guests will gather, and how it will be lit. Midsummer is the opposite, with daylight until about 9:15pm.
- We check availability.
- You get a suggested drinks list.
- We agree where the bar goes.
- The bar opens at the agreed time.
- When the bar shuts, we clear away.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
- Tell us what power and water the site has
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? That is fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, use our quote form.
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Events we cater in East Saltdean
We go through the licensing with you, so there are no surprises.
We cater all kinds of occasions in East Saltdean and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Birthday parties
- Licensed festivals
- Garden get-togethers
- Weddings, day or evening
Once the ceremony at a church like St Nicholas is over, guests may be glad of a cold drink at the reception venue.
What your quote should include
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Who provides plates and napkins
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Organising for someone else?
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can check the date.
For big numbers, we plan service to keep queues short, so everyone is served promptly. Tell us how long you have for food and drinks.
What affects the price in East Saltdean
Contact us for a quote, and the price is based on:
- Guest numbers
- Serving staff
- Whether you need disposables
- The length of service
Catering from a truck or trailer can be a practical alternative to a sit-down meal, because it needs no venue kitchen. Ask us for a quote.
What to tell us
These details help us quote quickly:
- What you’d like on the menu
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
- Where the event is
- How we drive in and where we can park
Planning Mexican bar hire in East Saltdean? Tell us what you have in mind and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. To get in touch, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
About the menu
Horchata
Cinnamon-spiced rice drink.
Tamarind and fruit waters
Fruit waters and tamarind.
Planning drinks for every guest
A few tips to help the bar run smoothly:
- Plan transport home for guests
- Check allergies with guests, including for drinks
- Pair the bar with hot food
- Agree bar timings in advance
Bar staff serve for the agreed times.
More bar staff for larger crowds.
Places near East Saltdean
Also in East Saltdean
Drinks bars for events in East Saltdean
East Saltdean is about 4 miles west of Newhaven, in Brighton and Hove. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around East Saltdean and the surrounding area. We cover 30 places across Brighton and Hove, wherever the truck or trailer can get in.
If you have your heart set on Beacon Hill, ask the people who run it about vehicles, alcohol and licensing first. If you’re looking at a historic venue around East Saltdean, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early. An outdoor bar near the South Downs National Park, within about 6 miles of East Saltdean, needs firm ground and a way in, plus the right licensing, which we will check with you. The coast is within about 5 miles of East Saltdean. Wind, sand and the rules on alcohol in public places all need planning for a seaside bar.
Anywhere in BN2, we can bring Mexican bar hire to you. Whether your event is on Wicklands Avenue, Oaklands Avenue and Brambletyne Avenue or anywhere nearby, we will plan where to park and serve. Nearby, we also cater events in Saltdean (1 mile west), Telscombe (1 mile east), Rottingdean (2 miles north-west), Ovingdean (2 miles north-west) and Rodmell (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Brighton (5 miles north-west), Brighton and Hove (7 miles west), Hove (7 miles west), Carlton Hill (5 miles west), Hanover (5 miles north-west) and West Hill (5 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include French Convalescent Home (3.5 miles west) and Planet Earth Museum (3.7 miles east). Open spaces near East Saltdean include Newmarket Hill and Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Peacehaven Community School (1.5 miles east)
- Pubs nearby include Smugglers Rest pub (0.5 miles south-east)
Should I do it myself?
A DIY taco night works well for a small group. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, with allergen information for every dish.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up in the kitchen. Booking a caterer means you can relax with everyone else.
- 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