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Event caterers in Gilbert Street
A taco truck for markets, fêtes and festivals in Gilbert Street, served from our food truck or trailer, wherever your event is.
- Street food and farmers’ markets
- Outdoor cinema and theatre nights
- Race days and sports events
Book Mexican street food in Gilbert Street
Fairs, fêtes and events in Gilbert Street
Gilbert Street is about 6 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We bring Mexican street food to gardens, halls and venues around Gilbert Street and nearby villages. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire. Our nearest city page is Winchester, about 11 miles away.
Hot food from a truck or trailer could give a school fair, for a school such as Ropley Church of England Primary School, a busy corner.
Wherever your event is in SO24, we can bring Mexican street food to you. From Andrew's Lane, Gilbert Street and Swelling Hill or a nearby road, we’ll plan where to park and serve. Close by, we cover events in Ropley (1 mile south-west), Kitwood (1 mile north-east), North Street (1 mile north-west), Charlwood (1 mile south-east) and Ropley Dean (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (12 miles north), Winchester (11 miles west), Eastleigh (15 miles south-west), Horndean (13 miles south), Alton (6 miles north-east) and Waterlooville (14 miles south).
A little further out are Barton Castle (4.1 miles north-west) and Alton Community Hospital (4.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Gilbert Street include Shutts Copse and Red Hill.
Mexican street food in Gilbert Street, served fresh
Our food is easy to eat standing up or on the grass, which suits festival crowds. It works well for sports club events and summer fairs and fêtes, with vegan tacos, burrito bowls and quesadillas.
Rural events near Gilbert Street can be a long way from food outlets, so a hot-food truck is a big help. Access, space and power are agreed with you beforehand, so set-up goes smoothly.
Common questions in Gilbert Street
How far is Gilbert Street from central London?
It is about 51 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Do you come out to small places like Gilbert Street?
Yes, we cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking for the truck or trailer.
Do you need water?
Send pitch details and we will confirm.
Do you do margaritas?
Yes, we run a Mexican drinks bar, with margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and soft drinks. Your venue or event may need the right licence for alcohol, so we will talk licensing through with you.
Do you cover Gilbert Street?
We do. Gilbert Street is one of the places we cover. Send us your date to check availability.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
Yes. A build-your-own taco bar can be served from the truck or a serving station, with fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings.
How much does Mexican street food cost in Gilbert Street?
We quote for each event, so the price fits what you want. Tell us your date and numbers and we will reply with a quote.
Can you feed our volunteers?
Yes. We can cook for crew, volunteers or a hospitality area as well as, or instead of, a public stall.
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Organisers book Mexican street food because it draws people into the food area and serves them quickly.
We cater all kinds of occasions in Gilbert Street and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Feeding crew and volunteers
- Street food and farmers’ markets
- Race days and sports events
- Outdoor screenings
For a church fête or fundraiser, at a church such as Church of St Peter, a taco truck adds hot food to the cakes and tombola.
Questions to ask before booking
- A clear list of what’s included
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
- How late numbers can change
What’s on the menu
Loaded nachos
Nachos are great for groups.
Burrito bowls
Rice, beans, filling and toppings in a bowl.
For event organisers in Gilbert Street
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can plan ahead.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Mexican street food or something else?
For crew catering, sandwiches are easy but uninspiring. A hot burrito or taco bowl keeps crew going. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we will set out what’s included.
What we offer in Gilbert Street
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- A menu agreed with you
- Service planned around your numbers
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
Read our prices page and our guide to catering costs.
The process
It is a relaxed, well-organised set-up. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, get the serving area ready, and get on with serving. Christmas markets in Gilbert Street trade in the dark from about 4:00pm, so a lit pitch helps visitors find the truck. At midsummer, daylight lasts until roughly 9:25pm.
- Organisers send us the event details, dates and pitch information.
- You get our stall menu, what we need at the pitch and the paperwork you request.
- We set up the truck or trailer on the pitch at the agreed time.
- Tacos, burritos and more are served to order while the event is open.
- When trading ends, we pack down and leave the pitch clean.
How to prepare
- Tell us what power and water the site has
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
DIY taco night or a caterer?
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.
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.
How we price Mexican street food
Pricing is straightforward once we know the basics:
- Guest numbers
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Travel, parking and access
- How long we are needed on site
If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your menu ideas
- Expected numbers
- What power and water the site has
- Your date and when you want service to start
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We’ll send you a clear quote.
Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Put picnic tables near the traders
- Ask traders about packaging and waste
- 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.
A vegan filling on every 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