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Mexican Street Food in Headington Quarry
From the moment the hatch opens to the end of service, a Mexican street-food truck for festivals, fairs, markets and community events makes the serving truck part of your event in Headington Quarry.
- Open days and community events
- Village fairs
- Fundraisers and fêtes
Book Mexican street food in Headington Quarry
Street food for events around Headington Quarry
Headington Quarry is about 2 miles north-east of Oxford, in Oxfordshire. For Mexican street food in Headington Quarry, we plan around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. We cater in all 443 towns and villages across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Organisers of a summer fête for a church such as Holy Trinity Church could add tacos and burritos alongside the bric-a-brac. For visitors coming by rail, Oxford station is about 3 miles away.
Here we cover the OX3 postcode area, so your event can be anywhere in it. That could mean an event at a home with a drive on Old Road, Mark Road and York Road or the roads around them. Close by, we cover events in Headington (1 mile north-west), Headington Hill (1 mile west), Northway (1 mile north-west), Oxford (2 miles south-west) and New Marston (2 miles west). We also cater in nearby towns such as Didcot (11 miles south), Bicester (10 miles north), Abingdon-on-Thames (7 miles south-west), Witney (13 miles west), Thame (10 miles east) and Wantage (15 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre (0.5 miles south-west) and Templars Square (2.1 miles south). Not far away are CS Lewis Nature Reserve and Shotover.
- Schools near Headington Quarry include Windmill Primary School (under half a mile south-west) and Cheney School (1.1 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Chequers pub (less than half a mile south-east)
- Other local spots include English Faculty Library (2 miles west)
How our Mexican street food works in Headington Quarry
Festivals, fairs, markets and school fairs are all on our list. It suits agricultural and county shows and village fairs, serving loaded nachos, burrito bowls and burritos.
Village fêtes and summer fairs around Headington Quarry can be a good fit for a taco truck. Send us the pitch and access details. We cater for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve.
- Location
- Headington Quarry (OX3)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
- Numbers
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
How the day works
We arrive in good time before service, set up the truck or trailer and get everything ready. Guests come up to order when service opens. Christmas markets in Headington Quarry trade in the dark from about 3:55pm, so a lit pitch helps visitors find the truck. By contrast, a midsummer fair stays light until about 9:25pm.
- Tell us about the event, the crowd and the pitch.
- You get our menu and pitch requirements.
- Power, water and access are agreed in advance.
- We plan to be ready for the lunchtime rush.
- At close, we pack down and tidy up.
Preparing for the day
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
- Give us a contact for the day
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
How to get a price
Planning Mexican street food in Headington Quarry? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. To get in touch, use our quote form.
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Mexican street food or something else?
For a stall that adds atmosphere, a Mexican food truck is a strong choice. Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you choose what goes in.
What you get with us
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
- A menu agreed with you
- Every guest catered for, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free included
- A clear quote
Take a look at how we price or what Mexican catering costs.
What affects the price in Headington Quarry
Two events with the same number of guests can cost different amounts, depending on:
- Food, drinks or both
- Guest numbers
- Travel, parking and access
- What the venue already provides
Larger events can cost less per head, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- How we drive in and where we can park
- The address or venue name
- A photo of the space, if it is a garden or field
- What you’d like on the menu
It is easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote.
Catering for every guest
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Send traders one clear trader pack
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Ask for allergen information at each stall
- Plan access routes for trader vehicles
We arrive in the agreed set-up window, following your trader pack.
Nachos for groups.
Perfect for your event in Headington Quarry
It copes with lunchtime rushes, because fillings are cooked ahead.
Big or small, a truck or trailer works well. Common bookings include:
- Crew and volunteer catering
- Outdoor cinema and theatre nights
- Sports club events
- Village fairs
If your event is in Bury Knowle Park, the organiser will need the landowner’s permission; we will supply what they need from us.
Comparing caterers
- Whether travel is included
- How many staff are serving, and for how long
- Space, access, power and water needs
- If the price includes VAT
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Questions from Headington Quarry
Which station should guests use for Headington Quarry?
Guests can use Oxford station, about 3 miles west of Headington Quarry.
Do you come to school fairs around Headington Quarry?
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.
When do you arrive?
It depends on your event. Timings are agreed in advance to suit your day.
Do you cover Headington Quarry?
Yes. We cater across London and the South East, and Headington Quarry is within our area. To check your date, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
We can. A build-your-own taco bar can be served from the truck or a serving station, with fillings, salsas and toppings to choose from.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
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.
Is the food very hot?
It’s up to you: we can keep it mild and put the hotter salsas on the side.
Will you have a stall at our event?
Send us the event details, dates and pitch information, and we will check availability.
A closer look at the menu
Vegan tacos
Vegan fillings with salsa and toppings.
Loaded nachos
Nachos are great for groups.
Before you choose a spot
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We look for:
- A level pitch on firm ground
- Your arrangements for power, water and waste
- 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 will advise before you book.
Can I do a taco night myself?
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label anything containing allergens.
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone has to serve all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
- 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