West Sussex · England
Mexican Party Catering in Merston
Something for every guest: options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. A taco truck or taco bar for birthdays and garden parties for events in Merston.
- Retirement celebrations
- Exam-results parties
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
Mexican party catering for Merston events
Organising for someone else?
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
For larger events, we plan serving points around your timings, so everyone is served promptly. Tell us how long you have for food and drinks.
Mexican party catering in Merston, from our truck or trailer
Mixed ages and mixed diets are easy. There are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options, and quesadillas go down well with children. We serve a build-your-own taco bar, quesadillas and burritos, which works well for milestone birthdays and anniversary celebrations.
In a small place like Merston, 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 the set-up. We plan the timings around your day, so service starts when you want it.
- Area
- Merston (PO20)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Hosting a taco party in Merston
Merston is about 3 miles south-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Give us the address of your party in Merston, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We serve in 371 places in West Sussex, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 26 miles away.
After a christening at a church like Church of St Giles, a taco truck at home or at a hall is an easy way to feed family and friends. If guests are coming by rail, Chichester station is about 2.3 miles away. With the sea within about 4 miles of Merston, a coastal party could work, though promenades usually need the council’s agreement for vehicles.
This part of West Sussex takes in PO20, so your party can be anywhere in it. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Runcton (1 mile south-west), Colworth (1 mile east), Oving (1 mile north), North Mundham (1 mile west) and Lagness (1 mile south). Further out, we also cater in Worthing (15 miles east), Bognor Regis (3 miles south-east), Chichester (3 miles north-west), Selsey (6 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east) and Emsworth (9 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Chichester City Museum (2.3 miles north-west) and St Richard's Hospital (2.3 miles north-west).
- Nearby schools include North Mundham Primary School (1.2 miles west) and Chichester High School For Girls (2.1 miles west)
How it works
On the day, we park the truck or trailer in the agreed spot and set up. We’re ready to serve at the agreed time, planned around your event. Throwing a late-May party in Merston? The sun sets at about 8:50pm. Once dusk falls, some garden lighting by the truck makes ordering easier.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- We check access and arrive before your guests.
- Guests order at the hatch or build their own tacos.
- We pack down after service.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
How to get a price
Still deciding on the menu? That is fine: give us the basics about your party, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, tell us about it on our contact page.
Planning help
A closer look at the menu
Tacos
Warm tortillas with a filling and fresh toppings, served hot from the truck or trailer.
Burritos
A burrito is hearty and easy to hold.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Count adults and children separately
- Have cover ready for a shower
- Ask guests about diets when you invite them
- Plan somewhere for guests to sit and eat
Rain doesn’t stop the hatch, but plan a gazebo or indoor space for eating.
Extra salsas and toppings for the taco bar.
Nearby places to Merston
What else we do in Merston
What Mexican party catering costs
Contact us for a quote, and the price is based on:
- Staff for serving and the bar
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- The menu you choose
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
What’s on the menu makes a difference to the total, so tell us what you have in mind. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
What we need to know
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- Expected numbers
- Your menu ideas
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, food or drinks or both, and the access. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Where the truck can go in Merston
Every venue is different, so we will ask about yours before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Level, firm ground or hardstanding for the truck or trailer
- Send a picture of the spot so we can check
- The venue’s or landowner’s permission for a catering vehicle
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise.
On the menu in Merston
- Taco bar
- Burritos
- Loaded nachos
- Tacos
- Guacamole and chips
- Quesadillas
Is Mexican party catering right for your party?
Compared with a barbecue, a food truck serves steadily from the start, and there’s no host stuck at the grill. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we’ll set out what’s included.
Why book with us
- A menu built around your guests
- Fast service, even with a queue
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Occasions we cater for in Merston
It is sociable, colourful food, perfect for parties where people want to mingle.
Here are some of the events we cater around Merston:
- Baby celebrations
- Family reunions
- Engagement and anniversary parties
- New-home celebrations
Nearby historic houses include Goodwood House (3.5 miles north). A milestone birthday in a historic setting is possible, but find out early whether a food truck can get on site.
Before booking anyone
- Travel and parking costs
- Who provides plates and napkins
- When final numbers are due
- How long the service runs
Common questions in Merston
What’s the nearest station to Merston for guests?
Guests can use Chichester station, about 2.3 miles west of Merston.
Is Merston close to London?
It is about 54 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
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 picture of the space and the way in.
Can you cater at a hired venue?
Normally. We need a suitable spot outside and the venue’s permission.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our own area when service is finished. For anything beyond that, such as guests’ tables, ask us.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. We can include vegetarian and vegan fillings like black beans or spiced mushrooms.
Can you plan for allergies?
Our menus are planned with allergies in mind, nut allergies included, with allergen information for every dish. We plan carefully and keep options separate, though we can’t promise a dish is allergen-free. Guests with severe allergies should talk to us before the event.
Do you have options for kids?
Of course. We can keep dishes mild, and simple options such as quesadillas or nachos can be part of the menu. Tell us how many children are coming.
- 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