Medway · England
Festival & event street food in Hale, Medway
We bring Mexican street food for festival crowds, school fairs and markets to Hale and nearby, with options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests.
- School fairs and fundraisers
- Open days and community events
- Sports clubs and race days
Mexican street food near Hale
Mexican street food in Hale, served fresh
Tacos, burritos and bowls are easy to eat on the move, which suits festival crowds. On the menu are burrito bowls, vegan tacos and loaded nachos, and it suits village fêtes and summer fairs and open days and community events.
A fête near Hale might be on a field with no mains power; let us know and we’ll confirm the arrangements. You’ll know what’s included before booking: the menu, the service time and any extras you choose.
Street food for events around Hale
Hale is about 1 mile south-west of Gillingham, in Medway. For an event in Hale, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access in and around Hale. Hale is one of 68 places in Medway where we can bring Mexican street food. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 23 miles away.
PTA volunteers planning an event for a school like Kingfisher Community Primary School might like a trader who brings everything and serves quickly. For visitors coming by rail, Gillingham (Kent) station is about 1.6 miles away. Shows and fairs in the Kent Downs National Landscape, about 8 miles from Hale at most, sometimes have rules on where traders can drive. Send us the site plan and we’ll plan around it.
Mexican street food in ME5 is planned around your venue and access and your guests. If your venue is just outside Hale, we also cover Darland (1 mile south-east), Capstone (1 mile south-east), Luton (1 mile north-west), Gillingham (1 mile north-east) and Chatham (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cater in Rochester (3 miles north-west), Strood (4 miles north-west), Hoo St Werburgh (4 miles north), Rochester Riverside (3 miles north-west), Peters Village (4 miles west) and Frindsbury (3 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include Rochester Castle (2.9 miles north-west) and Pentagon Shopping Centre (1.9 miles north-west). Not far away are Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
- Nearby schools include Chatham Grammar School for Girls (0.8 miles north) and The Robert Napier School (1 mile north)
- Pubs nearby include The Star pub (0.7 miles north-east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Chatham Free Library (1.4 miles north-west)
More for events in Hale
Organising for someone else?
For larger events, we plan serving points around your timings, so guests are looked after quickly. Tell us how long you have for food and drinks.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Hale? Service from a truck or trailer is quick, even for a crowd, and the menu can suit most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, most diets are easy. We suggest:
- Feed crew and volunteers at set times
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Share vehicle access times with traders
- Plan seating near the food area
We set up at the agreed time.
Aguas frescas and soft drinks at the stall.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Plenty of people try a DIY taco night at home. Common snags are cold tortillas, uneven quantities and the host missing the party. If you’d rather be with your guests, we will do the serving.
Why choose Mexican street food in Hale?
It brings something different to the food court.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. People in Hale can book us for occasions like:
- Feeding crew and volunteers
- County and country shows
- Community days
- Sports clubs and race days
Events in parks such as Darland Banks need permission from the council or landowner, and we’ll send any documents they ask for from us.
What to look for in a quote
- What the price includes, item by item
- What happens if it rains
- How late numbers can change
- Travel and parking costs
Before you choose a spot
We serve from a truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Trader information and site rules
- Clear information on power, water and waste
- A pitch with space around it, away from tents and structures
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Hale
- Loaded nachos
- Burritos
- Vegan options
- Quesadillas
- Tacos
- Burrito bowls
Prices and what affects them
These are the factors that matter most:
- What’s on the menu
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Serving staff
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the length of service, plus any add-ons and the location. Every event gets its own quote.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
- A photo of the space, if it’s a garden or field
- The date and time of the event
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, send a quick message through our quote form.
Step by step
The truck or trailer needs a level, firm spot with access to drive in, with power and water arrangements agreed beforehand. A photo of the space helps. For an evening event in Hale, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; beyond that, ask the organiser how the site will be lit.
- We check your dates.
- We agree what we will serve and where.
- We send the paperwork your event asks for.
- We are ready to serve as visitors arrive.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Before we arrive
- Get the venue’s permission for us to park and serve
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
Ask for a quote
Getting a quote is simple: share your date, venue, numbers and diets. We will send you a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Is Mexican street food right for your event?
Not every trader covers vegans and coeliacs. We can serve vegan fillings and corn tortillas. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
Why book with us
- A menu agreed with you
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- Book food, drinks or both
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
Common questions in Hale
Do you cater in villages like Hale?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Tell us about lanes, gates, ground and parking.
Is Hale close to London?
It’s about 30 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Is the food suitable for children?
Yes, children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll plan the menu with them in mind.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so get in touch early.
What does Mexican street food cost?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the length of service and the location. Send us the details for a quote.
What happens if it rains?
We can keep serving from the truck or trailer in the rain, but your guests will want somewhere covered, such as a marquee, gazebo or nearby building.
Is there a minimum number of guests?
It depends on the menu and how long service runs, but around 50 to 400 guests is the usual range. For anything outside that, ask us.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, they’re part of the planning from the start. Tell us your numbers when you ask for a quote, and we’ll keep their options separate.
- 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