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Party caterers in Downside: tacos and nachos
From the first guest in the queue to the last, tacos, nachos and burritos for parties, served from our truck keeps your guests happy at your party in Downside.
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- Garden get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
Book Mexican party catering in Downside
Mexican party catering in Downside, served fresh
Mexican party catering means no cooking for you and no formal dinner either. Our truck or trailer parks up and we serve hot food as the party goes on. For leaving dos and retirements and big birthdays, we can serve guacamole and salsas, tacos and a build-your-own taco bar for your guests.
In a small place like Downside, a party in the garden or a nearby field is often the plan. Let us know about access and soft ground, and we will plan around it. You will know what’s included before you book: menu, timings and any add-ons.
Comparing your options
DIY catering saves money but takes your time. Book us and you’re a guest too. Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so share your ideas with us. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
What we offer in Downside
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- A plan agreed before the day
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- Every guest catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included
The process
Once service is over, we pack down and clear our own area. We agree set-up and pack-down times with you and your venue. December parties in Downside are dark from about 3:55pm, so plan lighting where guests queue and eat. In late June, it stays light until about 9:20pm.
- We start by checking your date and the space.
- You pick the fillings and extras.
- Power, water and access are agreed in advance.
- We serve hot food at the time you choose.
- We tidy up and leave you to enjoy the party.
Before we arrive
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us when you want service to start
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll suggest a menu. To start, fill in our quote form.
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Your questions about Mexican party catering in Downside
What’s the nearest station to Downside for guests?
Guests can use Cobham & Stoke Dabernon station, about 1 mile north-east of Downside.
How far is Downside from central London?
Roughly 19 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can for summer weekends. Ask about your date.
What access do you need?
Level, firm ground or hardstanding for the truck or trailer, and a route in it can fit through, plus the venue’s permission. Power and water arrangements are confirmed with each booking.
Do you have vegan options?
Yes. There are vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests. We give allergen information for every dish.
Is Mexican food OK for kids?
Most children enjoy it, particularly quesadillas. Let us know numbers and ages.
How is the food prepared?
Food is cooked to order in our food truck or trailer, or served from a build-your-own taco bar. Slow-cooked fillings are prepared in advance and kept hot on site.
Which areas do you serve?
London and South East England: Greater London, Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes and Oxfordshire.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The length of service
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- Whether you need disposables
- Your choice of food and drinks
Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you can choose what you need.
Getting an accurate quote
When you get in touch, it helps to tell us:
- What power and water the site has
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Your date and when you want service to start
Every event is quoted individually, based on what you need. For a quote, fill in our quote form.
Planning the serving area
We will be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Power and water arrangements, confirmed with each booking
- Space for guests to queue
- Permission from the venue or landowner
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Plan where rubbish goes
- Add a diet question to the invitation
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Include at least one vegan filling
Children love watching their food being made.
Simple quesadillas for children.
Downside parties: what to know
Downside is about 4 miles west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. From the centre of Downside to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh service from our food truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. We serve in all 395 towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 8 miles away.
Around Downside, historic houses include Byfleet Manor (2.7 miles north-west) and The Homewood (2.8 miles north). A milestone birthday in a historic setting is possible, but find out early whether a food truck can get on site. Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Michael's Chapel, with a party at home or in a hall afterwards. For a party in the countryside, the Surrey Hills National Landscape is within about 6 miles. Rural gardens and fields work well for a truck, given firm ground and a way in.
Anywhere in KT11, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Whether your party is on Downside Common, Downsview Close and Deacon Close or anywhere nearby, we can bring Mexican party catering there, given access. Close by, we cover parties in Hatchford (1 mile west), Martyr's Green (1 mile south-west), Hatchford End (2 miles west), Whiteley Village (3 miles north) and Wisley (3 miles west). We also cater in nearby towns such as Guildford (8 miles south-west), Woking (7 miles west), Camberley (14 miles west), Epsom (6 miles east), Horley (14 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles south-east).
Nearby you’ll also find Epsom Cottage Hospital (5.1 miles north-east) and Send and Ripley History Society Museum (3.8 miles west). Not far away are Jubilee Wood and Boldermere Lake.
- Schools near Downside include Parkside School (1.2 miles east)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Plough Public House (0.7 miles north)
DIY taco night or a caterer?
You can host your own taco night for a crowd, but it takes planning. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, with allergen information for every dish.
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What else we do in Downside
Occasions we cater for in Downside
It works for almost any celebration, from christenings to retirements.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. In Downside, you could book us for occasions like:
- Retirement celebrations
- Christenings and naming days
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Housewarmings
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Cobham & Stoke Dabernon station, about 1 mile north-east.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if it rains
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Where to see their hygiene rating
The menu, item by item
Burritos
A filling burrito wrapped up to eat on the go.
Quesadillas
A good choice for children.
- 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