Greater London · England
Mexican Party Catering for Shortlands events
A taco truck or taco bar for birthdays and garden parties in Shortlands, served fresh from our food truck or trailer, at your venue, garden or site.
- Neighbourhood celebrations
- Big birthdays
- Garden parties
Mexican party catering in Shortlands
Mexican party catering or something else?
A hog roast is great for meat lovers, but harder for vegetarians and vegans. Separate fillings cover every diet. 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
- Quoted for your event
- A menu built around your guests
- Served fresh from our food truck or trailer
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to catering costs.
About our Mexican party catering in Shortlands
A Mexican party takes the food off your hands without turning the day into a formal dinner. Our food truck or trailer parks up and we serve hot food as the party goes on. Popular choices include burritos, guacamole and salsas and a build-your-own taco bar, and it suits big family gatherings and engagement and anniversary parties.
Throwing a party in Shortlands? A food truck means no cooking for you, at a venue, a courtyard or a house with off-street parking. Mention parking bays and permits. We’ll check the space, access and power with you before the day, so there are no surprises on arrival.
- Area
- Shortlands (BR2, BR1, BR3)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Add-ons
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
FAQs for Shortlands
What’s the nearest station to Shortlands for guests?
Guests can use Shortlands station, about 0.5 miles north of Shortlands.
Could you serve in Church House Gardens?
It depends on the park’s owner, who would need to agree to a catering vehicle on site. Ask them first; if they say yes, we’ll send what they need from us.
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. Fillings are slow-cooked beforehand and finished on site.
Do you cater at halls and clubs?
Normally. We need a suitable spot outside and the venue’s permission.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
Ask us when you enquire, and we will confirm what’s possible with your quote.
Do you cover Shortlands?
Yes, we do. Shortlands is one of the places we cover. Tell us your date and we’ll check availability.
How long are you on site?
That depends on your event and menu. Timings are agreed in advance to suit your day.
Can you cater for children?
Yes, children are welcome. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we will suggest mild options.
How we price Mexican party catering
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- Serving staff
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
- Your choice of food and drinks
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 will suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- What power and water the site has
- The address or venue name
- How we drive in and where we can park
- The date and time of the event
We quote for each event separately, based on what you need. To ask for one, tell us about it on our contact page.
Popular choices
Loaded nachos
Nachos are a party favourite.
Quesadillas
Toasted tortillas with melted cheese inside.
Party venues around Shortlands
Shortlands is about 1 mile south-west of Bromley, in Greater London. Whether your party is in the middle of Shortlands or on the outskirts, Mexican party catering works the same way: fresh service from our food truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. We cover 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Around Shortlands, historic houses include Bromley Palace (0.8 miles north-east) and Addington Palace (3.4 miles south-west). A milestone birthday in a historic setting is possible, but find out early whether a food truck can get on site. A birthday picnic in Church House Gardens sounds fun, but bringing in a catering vehicle needs the owner’s agreement.
Wherever your party is in BR2, BR1 and BR3, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Local streets include Hayes Lane, Stone Road and Hayes Road; for a party at home on any of them, tell us where the truck or trailer can park. Neighbouring places where we cater parties include Eden Park (1 mile south-west), Hayes (2 miles south), Bromley Common (2 miles south-east), West Wickham (2 miles south-west) and Southborough (2 miles east). Further out, we also cater in London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Bethlem Museum of the Mind (1.6 miles south-east) and The Mall (0.6 miles north-east). Not far away are Summer Hill and Downham Woodland Walk.
- Nearby schools include Langley Park School for Girls (1.2 miles south-west) and Holy Trinity College Bromley (1.4 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Richmal Crompton pub (0.6 miles east)
- Local facilities include Municipal Borough of Bromley (0.6 miles east)
Occasions we cater for in Shortlands
It suits mixed ages and mixed diets, from toddlers to grandparents.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Anniversaries and engagement parties
- Big family gatherings
- Summer garden parties
- Street and neighbourhood parties
Christenings and naming days often start at a local church such as St Mark's Church, with a party at home or in a hall afterwards.
What your quote should include
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Who provides plates and napkins
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Warn the neighbours about the truck
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Put severe allergies to us in writing
- Make sure most people can sit to eat
We arrive before your guests to set up, so food is ready when you want it.
Tell us if you need plates or serving staff, and we will confirm what’s possible with your quote.
Nearby places to Shortlands
Other catering in Shortlands
How the day works
The truck or trailer tends to draw a crowd, so we plan a spot with space for people to queue. We can serve in the rain, though guests will want somewhere covered to stand or sit. In Shortlands, it is light until about 9:20pm in June but dark by about 3:55pm in December, so autumn and winter parties need more thought about lighting.
- Send us your date, where the party is, numbers and dietary needs.
- We suggest a menu and send a quote.
- Before the day, we check the space, the way in, power and water.
- On the day we set up and serve hot food at the time you choose.
- When everyone is fed, we clear our area.
Preparing for the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
Get a quote
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
Planning help
Should I do it myself?
A DIY taco night is possible for a crowd, but it is more work than it looks. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
You can set up your own drinks table, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
Where the truck can go in Shortlands
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We need:
- A spot away from buildings, windows and neighbours
- A flat, firm spot where the truck or trailer can stand
- Space for guests to queue
In Shortlands, as everywhere in Greater London, the ULEZ applies and kerb space is limited. Where will the truck or trailer stop? A drive, a courtyard or a suspended bay can all work.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
On the menu in Shortlands
- Guacamole and chips
- Burritos
- Taco bar
- Tacos
- Loaded nachos
- Quesadillas
- 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