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Party caterers in Forest Gate: tacos and nachos
Planning Mexican party catering in Forest Gate? We bring the truck or trailer, the ingredients and the kit, and look after your guests on the day.
- Retirement and leaving parties
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Family get-togethers
Mexican party catering for Forest Gate events
Before you choose a spot
We serve from a truck or trailer, so where we park matters. Here’s what we look for:
- A sensible distance from buildings and neighbours
- Permission from the venue or landowner
- Power and water arrangements, confirmed with each booking
London streets around Forest Gate 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.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly.
Mexican party catering for your party in Forest Gate
Birthdays, garden parties and family celebrations all suit Mexican street food. Guests gather round the truck or trailer, and the food comes out hot. At retirement celebrations and housewarmings, we’ll put together a menu of quesadillas, burritos and a build-your-own taco bar and more.
Throwing a party in Forest Gate? Street food from a truck or trailer keeps you out of the kitchen, at a venue, a courtyard or a house with off-street parking. Tell us about parking bays, permits and any parking suspension. We cater for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, and we give allergen information for every dish.
- Area
- Forest Gate (E7, E15, E11)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Numbers
- Usually around 50 to 400; ask us
- Also available
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Why choose Mexican party catering in Forest Gate?
A home-made buffet takes hours to prepare and leaves food sitting out. Tacos and burritos are served hot, order by order. A food truck can be a practical alternative to plated catering, as there is no kitchen to hire. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Why book with us
- Menus for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- Quoted for your event
- A menu built around your guests
Take a look at our pricing and what Mexican catering costs.
Planners, venues and businesses
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll explain how it works. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
Forest Gate questions
Is parking a problem for events in Forest Gate?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. A parking suspension may be needed, and the whole of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
What’s the nearest station to Forest Gate for guests?
Guests can use Wanstead Park station, which is right in Forest Gate.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, we run a Mexican drinks bar, with margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and soft drinks. Your venue or event may need the right licence for alcohol, so we will check the licensing with you.
Can you supply plates?
Ask us when you enquire, and we’ll confirm what’s possible with your quote.
How long do you serve for?
That depends on your event and menu. Timings are agreed in advance to suit your day.
What food and drinks do you offer?
We agree a sample menu with each client. Fillings could include chicken tinga, pork carnitas, al pastor-style pork and vegan options like black beans. Our sample menu has more ideas.
How much space do you need?
The main things are access and a level spot: a firm spot for the truck or trailer, room for a queue and, for a taco bar, space for a serving table. If in doubt, send us a photo of the space and the way in.
How early should we book?
The sooner the better, but it is always worth asking. Send your date and we’ll check.
A closer look at the menu
Tacos
Tacos are easy party food. Fillings are agreed with you.
Quesadillas
Quesadillas are simple and comforting.
Parties in Forest Gate: gardens, venues and local tips
Forest Gate is about 6 miles north-east of London, in Greater London. For Mexican party catering in Forest Gate, we can park up at venues, fields, drives and courtyards in and around Forest Gate. We cater in 764 places across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is London, about 6 miles away.
Hosts near Forest Gate with tight access sometimes move the party to a hall or sports club with space to park. If West Ham Park is on your list, ask the people who run it about vehicles and food sales before you send invitations.
We serve at parties all over the E7, E15 and E11 postcode area. Streets in the area include Elm Road, Ash Road and Cary Road, and a party on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. With the A114 and A116 close by, Forest Gate is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also cater parties in Upton (1 mile south), Aldersbrook (1 mile north), Holloway Down (1 mile west), Plashet (1 mile south-east) and Little Ilford (1 mile east). We also cater in nearby towns such as London (6 miles south-west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (8 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Cann Hall (0.8 miles north-west) and Passmore Edwards Museum (0.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Hollow Pond and Old Ford Island.
- Nearby schools include Forest Gate Community School (within half a mile west) and Tyndale Academy (0.6 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Hudson Bay pub (less than half a mile south)
Who books Mexican party catering in Forest Gate?
The food is served hot from the hatch, even when the party is outdoors.
Whatever the occasion, the serving truck can be a highlight. We can cater:
- Graduation and exam-results parties
- Christenings and naming days
- Family get-togethers
- Birthday parties
Close to Forest Gate are historic houses such as Valentines Mansion (2.2 miles north-east) and Eastbury Manor House (3.3 miles east). Grand settings like these often have strict rules on outside caterers and vehicles, so for most parties a garden or hired hall is simpler.
What your quote should include
- Whether VAT is included
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Whether travel is included
- Staff numbers and hours
Should I do it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up in the kitchen. With a caterer, you get the food and drinks without the work.
A DIY taco night is possible for a crowd, but it is more work than it looks. There are fillings to slow-cook, tortillas to keep warm and salsas to make. Read our guide to taco bars.
Step by step
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. A party in Forest Gate in late May has daylight until about 8:50pm. After that, a few lamps or fairy lights near the serving area help.
- Send us your date, address and numbers.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We check access and arrive before your guests.
- Food is served from the hatch or the taco bar.
- We clear our area when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
- Tell us what power and water the site has
Getting a price
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Dietary needs and planning tips
Most events have a mix of diets. To cater well for them:
- Ask guests with serious allergies to talk to us first
- Include at least one vegan filling
- Arrange a gazebo in case of rain
- Measure your gate or driveway
Rain does not stop the hatch, though guests will want cover to eat under.
Loaded nachos to share while the party gets going.
- 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