Isle of Wight · England
Party caterers in Shanklin
A menu that works for every guest: gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options, plus allergen information for every dish. Tacos, nachos and burritos for parties, served from our truck for events in Shanklin.
- Street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers
- Baby celebrations
- Engagement and anniversary parties
Planning an event in Shanklin?
Events we cater in Shanklin
It feeds a crowd without anyone stuck in the kitchen, and guests love it.
Whatever you are celebrating in Shanklin, the serving truck can be a highlight. We can cater:
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Garden get-togethers
- Birthday parties
- Christenings and naming days
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St. Paul's Church, with a party at home or in a hall afterwards.
Questions to ask before you book
- Travel and parking costs
- How late numbers can change
- How long the service runs
- A food hygiene rating you can check
About our Mexican party catering in Shanklin
Birthdays, garden parties and family celebrations all suit Mexican street food. The truck or trailer is a focal point, and the food comes out hot. At retirement and leaving parties and street parties and neighbourhood get-togethers, we can serve burritos, quesadillas and a build-your-own taco bar and more.
Around Shanklin, a garden and a gazebo is often all you need. A taco truck on the drive fits right in. We arrive ready to serve, and clear our own area when service is finished.
- Location
- Shanklin (PO37, PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Add-ons
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quote
- Quoted for your event
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
What happens on the day
When service finishes, we pack down and clear our own area. We agree set-up and pack-down times with you and your venue. Throwing a late-May party in Shanklin? The sun sets at about 8:55pm. Once dusk falls, some garden lighting by the truck makes ordering easier.
- Tell us when and where, and how many.
- You get a menu and a quote.
- We check access and arrive before your guests.
- Guests order at the hatch or build their own tacos.
- We clear our area when service ends.
Preparing for the day
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
Get a quote
We quote for each event separately, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
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Mexican party catering or something else?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Tacos cover everyone with separate fillings. 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.
Why us?
- Every guest catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included
- Fast service, even with a queue
- Allergen-aware menus
- A plan agreed before the day
Read our prices page or the cost guide.
Shanklin questions
We are having a ceremony at St. Paul's Church: can you cater afterwards?
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.
Do you cater at coastal events near Shanklin?
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.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Do you do a taco bar?
We can. A build-your-own taco bar can be served from the truck or a serving station, with fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings.
Are plates and napkins included?
Please ask us. Tell us what your venue provides, and we will confirm what’s included with your quote.
Do you have options for kids?
Yes. 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.
What do you need at the venue?
Level, firm ground or hardstanding for the truck or trailer, and a route in it can fit through, and the venue’s agreement. Power and water arrangements are confirmed with each booking.
Do you cook on site?
We slow-cook fillings ahead, then finish them and keep them hot at your event. The tortillas are warmed on site, and the salsas and guacamole are made fresh.
What’s on the menu
Burritos
Burritos are a full meal in one.
Build-your-own taco bar
A taco bar keeps a party sociable.
Nearby places to Shanklin
Other catering in Shanklin
How we price Mexican party catering
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- How long we are needed on site
- The menu you choose
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- Travel, parking and access
Larger events can cost less per head, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Details that help
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- The date and rough timings
- Your menu ideas
- Where the event is
- Expected numbers
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate 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.
Dietary needs and planning tips
We cater for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Include at least one vegan filling
- Put severe allergies to us in writing
- Have cover ready for a shower
Kids enjoy queuing at the hatch, and quesadillas are a safe bet.
Simple quesadillas for children.
What we need at the venue
We’ll agree the spot with you before the day. It needs to meet a few simple requirements:
- A clear area in front of the hatch for a queue
- A spot away from buildings, windows and neighbours
- A flat, firm spot where the truck or trailer can stand
Out-of-the-way places like Shanklin take a little more planning, so let us know about tracks, gates and power in good time.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before booking.
Parties in Shanklin: gardens, venues and local tips
Shanklin is about 6 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. For Mexican party catering in Shanklin, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access. We cater in 125 places in the Isle of Wight, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. You can also see our page for Southampton, about 22 miles away.
No room on the drive? A hired hall or club around Shanklin with a car park could host the party instead. If guests are coming by rail, Shanklin has its own station, Shanklin station. The coast is within about 3 miles, but seafront spots need permission and firm ground for the truck or trailer.
For Mexican party catering in PO37 and PO36, we plan around your venue and the route in and timings. Your party could be at a home on High Street, Church Road and Regent Street. You will find Shanklin on the A3020 and A3055, so it’s easy for us to reach with the truck or trailer. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Luccombe Village (1 mile south), Lake (1 mile north), Sandown (2 miles north-east), Queen's Bower (2 miles north) and Alverstone (2 miles north). Further out, we also cater in Newport (7 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (10 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south-west), East Cowes (10 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north). Shanklin is among the bigger towns we cover in the Isle of Wight, with plenty of venues for parties. If your party is somewhere remote, tell us early so we can plan the journey, access and power.
A little further out are South Wight (2.4 miles south-west) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (within half a mile north). Green spaces nearby include Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
- Nearby schools include Sandown Bay Academy (1.9 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Falcon pub (under half a mile south-west)
Can I do a taco night 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.
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone still has to mix, pour and keep an eye on it all evening. See our margarita bar guide.
- 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