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Mexican drinks bar in Shacklewell, Greater London
From the first guest in the queue to the last, a Mexican drinks bar with margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and bar staff makes the serving truck part of your event in Shacklewell.
- Birthday parties
- Festivals and fairs
- End-of-year and Christmas parties
Get a quote for Mexican bar hire in Shacklewell
Tips for a smooth bar
A few tips to help the bar run smoothly:
- Include aguas frescas for non-drinkers
- Check how alcohol will be licensed at your venue
- Tell us how many guests are under 18
- Tell us when the bar should open and close
Allergen information is available for every drink, so guests can check before ordering.
Pair the bar with tacos, burritos and nachos.
Mexican bar hire in Shacklewell, from our food truck or trailer
Soft drinks and alcohol-free choices are always part of the bar, for drivers, children and anyone not drinking. For end-of-year parties and birthday parties, we can serve alcohol-free drinks, horchata and margaritas and more.
In Shacklewell, a drinks bar suits courtyard receptions, office parties and evening events. As with any London event, parking and loading need planning. We will go through the licensing with you and your venue. We arrive ready to serve, and clear our own area when service is finished.
- Area
- Shacklewell (N16, E8, E5)
- County
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guests
- Usually around 50 to 400; ask us
- Extras
- Tacos, burritos and nachos
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
Occasions we cater for in Shacklewell
It’s ideal for warm evenings in a garden, field or marquee.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Wedding drinks receptions
- Festivals and fairs
- Mexican-themed parties
- Company summer parties
Parks such as Stoke Newington Common have their own rules on vehicles and alcohol, so check before planning a drinks bar there.
What your quote should include
- What the price includes, item by item
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- Allergen information for each dish
Where the truck can go in Shacklewell
We serve from a truck or trailer, so where we park matters. These are the things we check:
- Power and water, which we confirm with you for each booking
- Firm, level ground where we can set up
- Room for a queue
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.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise before you book.
What we offer
- Mexican beer
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Horchata
- Margaritas
- Soft drinks
- Fruit aguas frescas
Shacklewell questions
Which station is closest to Shacklewell?
Guests can use Rectory Road station, which is right in Shacklewell.
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of St Barnabas?
Yes. The church itself isn’t where we’d set up, but a hall, field or garden close by with room for the truck or trailer can work well. Let us know the reception address and we’ll check the access.
How much does the drinks bar cost?
We quote for each event, based on numbers, drinks and hours. For a price, send us your details through our quote form.
Which areas do you serve?
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 Shacklewell.
How much is a food truck for an event?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the length of service and the location. Send us the details for a quote.
Do you have gluten-free options?
We can, using corn tortillas. Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free, but some fillings, sauces and toppings may not be, so we plan gluten-free dishes carefully and give allergen information.
Is there something for non-drinkers?
Yes. Aguas frescas and soft drinks are alcohol-free, along with soft drinks.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. We can include vegetarian and vegan fillings like black beans or spiced mushrooms.
What affects the price in Shacklewell
Pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- What the venue already provides
- Parking and the route in
- The length of service
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
Details that help
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what’s useful:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
We quote for each event separately, based on what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
You can set up your own drinks table, but someone still has to mix, pour and keep an eye on it all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
For planners, venues and organisers
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep everyone informed on the day.
Organising a club, school or community event in Shacklewell? A truck or trailer serves a crowd quickly, with options for most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
The menu, item by item
Horchata
A comforting alcohol-free drink; ask us about allergens.
Mexican beer
Mexican beers served cold.
Places near Shacklewell
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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. At midsummer, it is light in Shacklewell until about 9:20pm, so evening drinks can be served in daylight. By late September, sunset is about 7:05pm, and in December it is dark by about 3:55pm, so plan lighting around the bar.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- We talk through licensing with you.
- You choose the drinks with us.
- We serve drinks responsibly on the day.
- We pack down when the bar closes.
How to prepare
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
- Let us know the timings for the day
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.
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A Mexican drinks bar in Shacklewell: local tips
Shacklewell is about 1 mile east of Highbury, in Greater London. Wherever your event is in the N16 area, we can bring the truck or trailer to you. Shacklewell is one of 764 places in Greater London where we can bring Mexican bar hire.
If the service is at a church such as Church of St Barnabas, the bar would be set up at the reception venue rather than the church. Older venues around Shacklewell may restrict vehicles and outside drinks service, so confirm what’s allowed before booking.
Here we cover the N16, E8 and E5 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it with access for the truck or trailer. That could mean an event at a home with a drive on Muir Road, Allen Road and Downs Road or the roads around them. Shacklewell sits on or near the A107, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to Shacklewell for Mexican bar hire include 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). Green spaces nearby include Hollow Pond and Woodberry Wetlands.
- Schools near Shacklewell include Shacklewell Primary School (within half a mile west) and Kingsland Secondary School (under half a mile south)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Shacklewell Arms (less than half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Stoke Newington (0.6 miles west)
- 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