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Event caterers in Down Street: Mexican street food
From the moment the hatch opens to the end of service, a taco truck for markets, fêtes and festivals keeps your guests happy at your event in Down Street.
- Crew and volunteer catering
- School and charity events
- Village fairs
Get a quote for Mexican street food in Down Street
What happens on the day
On the day, we position the truck or trailer and get the serving area ready. Service starts at the time we have agreed, so everything runs to your schedule. A December market in Down Street 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.
- First, we check the dates.
- We agree what we will serve and where.
- We send the paperwork your event asks for.
- The hatch opens when the event does.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Confirm the venue allows outside caterers
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
Getting a price
It is easy to get a price: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send you a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Mexican street food in Down Street, served fresh
Crew and volunteer meals are timed to suit you, so your team eats well on a long day. Popular choices include burrito bowls, vegan tacos and tacos, and it is a good fit for music and food festivals and hospitality and crew areas.
At a field event near Down Street, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we will plan around it. Food and drinks can be booked together or separately, so one caterer can cover more of the day.
- Area
- Down Street (TN22)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Generally around 50 to 400; ask us
- Extras
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
What’s on the menu
Burritos
Burritos are hearty festival food.
Vegan tacos
Vegan visitors get a proper meal.
Running an event in Down Street
Down Street is about 3 miles north-west of Uckfield, in East Sussex. From the centre of Down Street to the outskirts, we offer the same service: a truck or trailer at your event, options for every diet and a clear price. Down Street is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we can bring Mexican street food. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Down Street to Brighton (about 14 miles away).
Visitors arriving by train will find that the nearest station is Uckfield station, about 2.6 miles south-east. Events in parks such as West Park need permission from the council or landowner, and we’ll send any documents they ask for from us. Shows and fairs in the High Weald National Landscape, about 7 miles from Down Street at most, sometimes have rules on where traders can drive. Send us the site plan and we will plan around it.
This part of East Sussex takes in TN22, so your event can be anywhere in it. Other places close to Down Street for Mexican street food include Maresfield (1 mile east), Budlett's Common (2 miles east), Newick (3 miles south-west), Founthill (3 miles south-west) and Ridgewood (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cater in Seaford (15 miles south), Lewes (9 miles south), Hailsham (13 miles south-east), Crowborough (6 miles north-east), Uckfield (3 miles south-east) and Newhaven (14 miles south).
Other landmarks nearby include Uckfield Community Hospital (3 miles south-east) and Heaven Farm Museum (2.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Brickfield Meadow.
Where the truck can go in Down Street
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Room for the truck or trailer and customers
- The event’s site rules and timings
- Vehicle access to the pitch for set-up and break-down
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise before you book.
Down Street: your questions answered
Will you travel to a small place like Down Street?
Yes. Villages and hamlets are part of our area, and the main thing is access: tell us about the lane, the gate and the ground.
Do you come to school fairs around Down Street?
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.
Is there a vegan option at your stall?
Yes. There are vegan tacos and corn tortillas for gluten-free visitors.
Can we book you as a trader?
Tell us about your event, and we will confirm availability and requirements.
Can you keep it mild?
It’s up to you: we can keep the main dishes mild, with hotter salsas served separately. Read more about how spicy Mexican food is.
What happens if it rains?
Rain doesn’t normally stop service from the truck or trailer. It’s worth planning a covered area for guests, and tell us if heavy rain could make the ground soft.
What do you serve?
We agree a sample menu with each client. 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.
Do you provide plates and napkins?
Please ask us. Tell us what your venue provides, and we will confirm what’s included with your quote.
What Mexican street food costs
Pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- How many guests we are serving
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Timings and hours
- Staff for serving and the bar
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- What you’d like on the menu
- What power and water the site has
- The date and time of the event
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, use our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
We cater for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests. To get it right:
- Book crew catering in advance
- Make allergen information visible at every stall
- Plan for vegan and gluten-free visitors
- Tell traders about power and water before the day
Allergen details are on hand for every dish, and the menu shows vegan and gluten-free options.
Alcohol-free aguas frescas.
Who books Mexican street food in Down Street?
It brings something different to the food court.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. People in Down Street can book us for occasions like:
- Outdoor screenings
- Community days
- Street food and farmers’ markets
- Village fairs
Organisers of a summer fête for a church such as The Parish Church of St Andrew and St Mary could add tacos and burritos alongside the bric-a-brac.
Questions to ask before you book
- When final numbers are due
- VAT, if it applies
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- Payment terms and deposit
Can I do a taco night myself?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party serving. With a caterer, you get the food and drinks without the work.
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, with allergen information for every dish.
How it compares
For crew catering, sandwiches are easy but uninspiring. A hot meal keeps crew happy. Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you choose what goes in.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Down Street
- Quoted for your event
- Book food, drinks or both
- Allergen information for every dish
- A menu agreed with you
See our prices page and the cost 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