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Mexican Street Food in Colgate
A Mexican street-food truck for festivals, fairs, markets and community events in Colgate, served from our food truck or trailer, wherever your event is.
- Sports clubs and race days
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
Book Mexican street food in Colgate
Mexican street food for your event in Colgate
We slow-cook fillings ahead and finish them on site, which keeps the queue moving at busy times. At community days and food and music festivals, we can serve quesadillas, loaded nachos and burrito bowls.
Rural events near Colgate can be a long way from food outlets, so a taco truck is a welcome sight. Food and drinks can be booked together or separately, so the food and drinks can come from one caterer.
- Where
- Colgate (RH13, RH12)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guests
- Normally around 50 to 400; ask us
- Add-ons
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
DIY taco night versus a caterer
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep tortillas warm in a covered basket, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles allergen information for you.
Places near Colgate
Also in Colgate
Street food for events around Colgate
Colgate is about 3 miles south-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. We cater events at gardens, halls and venues around Colgate and the surrounding area. We serve in 371 places across West Sussex, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. You can also see our page for Brighton, about 18 miles away.
For a public event, it helps to tell people that Faygate station is about 1.3 miles away. Events in parks such as Target Hill Park need permission from the council or landowner, and we’ll send any documents they ask for from us.
Mexican street food in RH13 and RH12 is planned around your venue and access and timings. We can cater an event on streets such as Forest Road, Vicarage Close and Blackhouse Road. Close by, we cover events in Kilnwood Vale (1 mile north), Faygate (1 mile north-west), Broadfield (2 miles north-east), Roffey (2 miles west) and Handcross (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Crawley (3 miles north-east), Horsham (4 miles west), Haywards Heath (9 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south-east), East Grinstead (11 miles east) and Storrington (14 miles south-west).
A little further out are Crawley Museum (3.4 miles north-east) and County Mall (3.4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake and Warnham LNR.
- Schools near Colgate include Cottesmore School (1.3 miles east) and Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School (2.2 miles north-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Dragon pub (within half a mile west)
How the day works
We need a level, firm spot we can drive the truck or trailer onto, and we agree power and water arrangements before the day. A photo of the space helps. A December market in Colgate loses the light at about 3:55pm, so site lighting matters for traders and visitors alike. By contrast, a midsummer fair stays light until about 9:20pm.
- We check your dates.
- We agree what we will serve and where.
- Paperwork goes over in good time.
- The hatch opens when the event does.
- We trade, then pack down.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
- Give us a contact for the day
Ask for a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Is Mexican street food right for your event?
Hot-cabinet food lacks appeal. Everything we serve is assembled to order. Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you can choose what you need.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Colgate
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- Allergen information for every dish
- Fast service, even with a queue
- A menu built around your guests
Dietary needs and planning tips
A Mexican menu is easy to plan for mixed diets, because options can be kept separate. Here are a few tips for planning:
- Put picnic tables near the traders
- Make sure the line-up includes vegan and gluten-free options
- Give traders a single information pack
- Make allergen information visible at every stall
If crew or volunteer meals are booked, they’re served at the agreed times.
Catering for crew and hospitality areas.
Common questions in Colgate
Do you come out to small places like Colgate?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Tell us about lanes, gates, ground and parking.
Could you serve in Target Hill Park?
Only if the landowner, often the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we will help with the information they need from us.
What do you need at the pitch?
Tell us what’s available at the pitch and we’ll confirm what we need. We confirm power and water with each booking.
Can you cater in a back garden?
Yes, if the truck or trailer can get in and park on level, firm ground. Send us a picture of the access and the space.
Do you have vegan options?
Yes. We serve vegan fillings such as black beans or spiced mushrooms.
Do you clear up afterwards?
We pack down and tidy our own area after service. For anything beyond that, such as guests’ tables, ask us.
How long do you serve for?
That depends on your event and menu. We agree arrival, service and pack-down times with you so everything fits your schedule.
How much does Mexican street food cost in Colgate?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the length of service and the location. Contact us for a quote.
What affects the price in Colgate
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Distance and access to the venue
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- The menu you choose
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
What to tell us
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- A photo of the space, if it’s a garden or field
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send you a clear quote.
For event organisers in Colgate
For larger events, we plan serving points around your timings, so everyone is served promptly. Let us know how long the break is.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Send us your venue’s requirements and we’ll follow them.
Occasions we cater for in Colgate
It brings something different to the food court.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. People in Colgate can book us for events such as:
- Music and food festivals
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Open-air performances
- Community events and open days
A fundraiser for a church like St. Saviour's Church might use a food truck to give visitors a reason to stay longer.
Comparing caterers
- Travel and parking costs
- Whether VAT is included
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
Before you choose a spot
No two venues are the same, so we’ll ask about yours when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Vehicle access before and after the event
- Spacing from tents and other structures
- Your trader pack and site rules
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
- 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