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Mexican drinks bar in Tankerton, Kent
Fresh, colourful and made to share: Mexican drinks for your event, from margaritas to hibiscus agua de jamaica in Tankerton and the surrounding area.
- End-of-year and Christmas parties
- Staff parties
- Licensed festivals
Mexican bar hire for Tankerton events
Common questions in Tankerton
Can you serve near the sea around Tankerton?
Yes, as long as the site allows it and the ground is firm. Seafront and beach spots normally need permission, and wind is the main thing to plan for.
Which station is closest to Tankerton?
The closest is Whitstable station, roughly 0.7 miles away.
Do you cover Tankerton?
Yes, we do. Tankerton is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
What does Mexican bar hire cost?
We quote for each event, so the price fits what you want. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Do you provide plates and napkins?
Ask us when you enquire. Let us know what you already have, and we’ll confirm what’s included with your quote.
How many guests can you serve?
It depends on the menu and how long service runs, but around 50 to 400 guests is the usual range. For anything outside that, ask us.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, we offer gluten-free options, made with corn tortillas. Let us know about coeliac guests in advance so we can explain how we prepare their food.
How much is the bar?
Every bar is quoted for individually, depending on guests, drinks and timings. Contact us for a quote.
How our Mexican bar hire works in Tankerton
Responsible serving matters to us: alcohol-free drinks on offer, and no alcohol for anyone under 18. For summer garden parties and milestone birthdays, we can serve agua de jamaica, margaritas and alcohol-free drinks and more.
In Tankerton, a drinks bar works at home or in a local hall. Aguas frescas and soft drinks cover guests who are not drinking alcohol. Everything is prepared fresh for your event and served from our truck or trailer.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Licensing checked with you before the day
- Details of power and water on site
- Space for guests to queue at the bar
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
What we offer
- Margaritas
- Horchata
- Agua de jamaica (hibiscus)
- Fruit aguas frescas
- Soft drinks
- Mexican beer
Perfect for your event in Tankerton
You can book it with or without catering.
Whatever the occasion, our food truck or trailer can be the centre of it. We can cater:
- Birthday parties
- Winter celebrations
- Festivals and fairs
- Garden parties
Once the ceremony at a church like Church of All Saints is over, guests may be glad of a cold drink at the reception venue.
Before booking anyone
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- When payment is due
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.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Planning a drinks bar in Tankerton
Tankerton is about 1 mile north-east of Whitstable, in Kent. Events in Tankerton are planned around your venue and timings: a quote, a plan and friendly service on the day. We serve in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. We cater right across the region, from Tankerton to Canterbury (6 miles away).
If you are looking at a historic venue around Tankerton, check its rules on outside bars and vehicles early. Guests travelling by rail: the nearest station is Whitstable station, about 0.7 miles south-west. The coast is within about a mile of Tankerton. Wind, sand and the rules on alcohol in public places all need planning for a seaside bar.
Here we cover the CT5 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. Local streets include Gann Road, Clare Road and Athol Road; for an event at home on any of them, tell us where the truck or trailer can park. For events just outside Tankerton, we cover Swalecliffe (1 mile east), Chestfield (1 mile south-east), Whitstable (1 mile south-west), Radfall (2 miles south-east) and West End (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Canterbury (6 miles south), Margate (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Faversham (8 miles south-west), Herne Bay (4 miles east) and Minster (11 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (within half a mile south-east) and Tankerton Castle (0.5 miles west). Not far away are West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Local schools include The Whitstable School (1 mile south-west)
- Pubs nearby include Monument Public House (0.6 miles south-west)
About the menu
Tamarind and fruit waters
A light drink for hot days.
Soft drinks
There is always something alcohol-free.
What affects the price in Tankerton
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- What the venue already provides
- How many staff you need
- How many guests we are serving
- The menu you choose
Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Your quote confirms the full price.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The date and time of the event
- How we drive in and where we can park
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we will make suggestions. When you’re ready, send a quick message through our quote form.
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How the day works
We take care of everything you’ve booked, from set-up to service, so you can spend time with your guests. At midsummer, it’s light in Tankerton until about 9:15pm, so evening drinks can be served in daylight. By late September, sunset is about 7:00pm, and in December it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so plan lighting around the bar.
- Tell us your date, venue and numbers.
- We talk through licensing with you.
- You choose the drinks with us.
- We serve drinks responsibly on the day.
- We clear the bar at the end.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Find out what power and water are available
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Getting a price
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you need. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Tips for a smooth bar
Some planning tips for the drinks:
- Think about how guests get home
- Make sure drivers have good choices
- Agree bar timings in advance
- Give the council notice in good time for a Temporary Event Notice
If timings change, tell us and we’ll adjust.
Alcohol-free aguas frescas for all ages.
Why choose Mexican bar hire in Tankerton?
DIY bars leave you handling licensing and staffing. We’ll talk licensing through with you and bring bar staff. Larger events can cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- Every guest catered for, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan included
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- A menu built around your guests
- Access, space and power checked in advance
- Served from our truck or trailer at your venue, garden or event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, with allergen information
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- Mexican drinks bar: margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas