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Mexican Street Food in Barking Riverside
Planning Mexican street food in Barking Riverside? We arrive with our truck or trailer and everything we need to serve, and look after your guests on the day.
- School and charity events
- Food and music festivals
- Street food and farmers’ markets
Planning an event in Barking Riverside?
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: see how many tacos per person. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
How our Mexican street food works in Barking Riverside
Tacos, burritos and bowls are easy to eat on the move. On the menu are vegan tacos, quesadillas and tacos, and it suits village fairs and food and music festivals.
Street parties and school fairs in Barking Riverside can be a great fit for a taco truck, once permissions are sorted. We arrive ready to serve, and clear our own area when service is finished.
- Where
- Barking Riverside (IG11, RM9)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Add-ons
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Nearby places to Barking Riverside
What else we do in Barking Riverside
Perfect for your event in Barking Riverside
It adds colour to a food line-up.
Big or small, a truck or trailer works well. Common bookings include:
- Agricultural and county shows
- Sports clubs and race days
- Open-air performances
- Village fairs
Rail travel is an option for visitors, as Barking Riverside has its own station, Barking Riverside station.
What to look for in a quote
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- What happens if it rains
- Travel and parking costs
- When payment is due
Dietary needs and planning tips
Mixed diets are straightforward to plan for, because options can be kept separate. A few tips:
- Give traders a single information pack
- Put picnic tables near the traders
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Check every diet is covered by the line-up
We set up at the agreed time, following your trader pack.
Loaded nachos for sharing.
Street food for events around Barking Riverside
Barking Riverside is about 1 mile south-east of Barking, in Greater London. Whether your event is in the middle of Barking Riverside or on the outskirts, Mexican street food works the same way: a truck or trailer at your event, options for every diet and a clear price. Barking Riverside is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 9 miles away.
If your event is in Mayesbrook Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission; we’ll supply what they need from us. If you’re organising a summer fair or fundraiser for a school such as George Carey Church of England Primary School, a taco truck can be a crowd-pleaser.
For Mexican street food in IG11 and RM9, we plan around your venue and the route in and your guests. Your event could be at a home on Minter Road, Thames Road and Hugget Road or the roads around them. Other places close to Barking Riverside for Mexican street food include Thames View Estate (1 mile north-west), Castle Green (1 mile north-east), Dagenham Dock (1 mile east), Thamesmead (1 mile south-east) and Dagenham Green (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (9 miles west), City of Westminster (11 miles west), Marylebone (11 miles west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles west) and Shoreditch (8 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Barking Community Hospital (1.2 miles north-west) and East End Women's Museum (1.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Barking Riverside include Ripple Nature Reserve.
- Schools near Barking Riverside include Riverside School (under half a mile east)
- Other local spots include River (1.8 miles east)
How the day works
We take care of everything you’ve booked, from set-up to service, so you can spend time with your guests. By late September, it’s dark in Barking Riverside at around 7:05pm, so an evening programme will run partly after dusk. Tell us how the site will be lit when you send the pitch details.
- First, we check the dates.
- We agree the menu and the pitch.
- Paperwork goes over in good time.
- We are ready to serve as visitors arrive.
- We trade, then pack down.
How to prepare
- Send us final numbers and dietary needs in good time
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
How to get a price
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will confirm whether we are available that day.
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Before you choose a spot
If a space is not suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Clear information on power, water and waste
- A level pitch on firm ground
- Vehicle access to the pitch for set-up and break-down
London streets around Barking Riverside 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.
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Planners, venues and businesses
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send what the landowner or council needs from us.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
The menu, item by item
Loaded nachos
Crisp chips loaded up.
Vegan tacos
Vegan fillings with salsa and toppings.
Your questions about Mexican street food in Barking Riverside
Where would you park in Barking Riverside?
It can be tricky, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. A parking suspension may be needed, and the whole of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
Could you bring a taco truck to a school fair in Barking Riverside?
We can, as long as the school agrees and the truck or trailer can reach the pitch. Tell us the date, the site and roughly how many visitors you expect.
Will you have a stall at our event?
Tell us about your event, and we will reply with our availability and what we need.
Can vegans eat at your stall?
Yes. Vegan fillings such as spiced mushrooms or black beans are on the menu.
Can you do dairy-free food?
Yes, we can. Tell us how many guests need dairy-free food, and we will plan the menu around them.
How long are you on site?
It depends on your event. Timings are agreed in advance to suit your day.
Do you do parties at home?
Yes, as long as there is access and a level, firm spot. Tell us about the drive, gates and any slopes.
What’s on the menu?
Every menu is agreed with you. Fillings might include slow-cooked pork carnitas, chicken tinga, beef birria and vegan options such as spiced mushrooms or black beans. See our menu for ideas.
What Mexican street food costs
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, because of:
- What the venue already provides
- Distance and access to the venue
- Timings and hours
- Serving staff
Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you choose what goes in.
What we need to know
To speed things up, tell us:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
- How we drive in and where we can park
- The date and time of the event
- A photo of the space, if it’s a garden or field
It’s easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send you a clear quote and a suggested menu.
- 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