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Festival & event street food in Hillyfields, Southampton
Book our food truck or trailer for your event in Hillyfields. We serve your guests straight from the truck, with a clear quote before booking.
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Get a quote for Mexican street food in Hillyfields
Why choose Mexican street food in Hillyfields?
It is food people already know and want, so the stall trades steadily.
In Hillyfields and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Village fairs
- Country shows
- Music and food festivals
- Community events and open days
Thanks to the M271, we can bring the truck or trailer to Hillyfields without fuss.
Before booking anyone
- A clear list of what’s included
- Where to see their hygiene rating
- The wet-weather plan
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
About our Mexican street food in Hillyfields
Tacos, burritos and bowls are easy to eat on the move, which suits festival crowds. At street food and farmers’ markets and community days, we will put together a menu of burrito bowls, tacos and quesadillas and more.
Around Hillyfields, a fête or summer fair suits a food truck. Tell us about the pitch, ground and access. Your quote sets out what’s included: the menu, the service time and any extras you choose.
- Location
- Hillyfields (SO16)
- County
- Southampton
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Add-ons
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quotes
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- How long we are needed on site
- Whether you need disposables
- Travel, parking and access
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can feel generous.
Details that help
To check availability and price, we need:
- The date and rough timings
- What power and water the site has
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
The quickest way to a quote is to drop us a line using the enquiry form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest a menu to suit.
Event catering near Hillyfields
Hillyfields is about 2 miles north-west of Regents Park, in Southampton. From the centre of Hillyfields to the outskirts, Mexican street food works the same way: fresh service from our food truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. Hillyfields is one of 40 towns and villages in Southampton where we can bring Mexican street food.
Organisers of a summer fête for a church such as All Saints could add tacos and burritos alongside the bric-a-brac. A school such as Holy Family Catholic Primary School running a summer fair could book a taco truck. Within about 7 miles is the New Forest National Park, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements. Seafront festivals and markets, with the coast within about 4 miles of Hillyfields, need the organiser’s permission for traders. Send us the pitch details and we will check access.
Here we cover the SO16 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it with access for the truck or trailer. Streets in the area include Maplin Road, Colne Avenue and Hayburn Road, and an event on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. Hillyfields sits on or near the M271, which makes travel to your event easy. Other places close to Hillyfields for Mexican street food include Nursling (1 mile north), Maybush (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east) and Coxford (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (3 miles east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Other landmarks nearby include Marlands Shopping Centre (3.4 miles south-east) and Eling Experience (1.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Hillyfields includes Testwood Lakes.
- Nearby schools include Oasis Academy Lord's Hill (0.6 miles north-east) and Millbrook Community School (0.6 miles east)
Before you choose a spot
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. In general, we need:
- Trader information and site rules
- Firm, level ground or hardstanding
- Spacing from tents and other structures
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise.
On the menu in Hillyfields
- Burritos
- Vegan options
- Tacos
- Loaded nachos
- Quesadillas
- Burrito bowls
About the menu
Quesadillas
Crisp quesadillas.
Loaded nachos
Tortilla chips with cheese, salsa and toppings.
Can I do a taco night myself?
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.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
More for events in Hillyfields
Comparing your options
Burger and hot dog stalls are familiar but similar. Tacos add something different. The cost per head can fall as numbers rise, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Give us your numbers and we’ll quote.
Why book with us
- Served fresh from our truck or trailer
- Catering across Southampton, including Hillyfields
- Service planned around your numbers
- Allergen information for every dish
See how we price and the cost guide.
Planners, venues and businesses
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Your questions about Mexican street food in Hillyfields
Which station should guests use for Hillyfields?
Guests can use Redbridge station, about 1.1 miles south of Hillyfields.
Do you come to school fairs around Hillyfields?
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.
Can you run a bar?
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.
How is the food prepared?
Food is cooked to order in our food truck or trailer, or served from a build-your-own taco bar. Slow-cooked fillings are prepared in advance and kept hot on site.
Can you cater in a back garden?
That depends on access. A drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission, if the garden itself is out of reach. Tell us about the space and we’ll advise.
Will there be long queues?
Tell us expected visitor numbers and we will plan for peak times.
Do you have options for kids?
Of course. Mild dishes, quesadillas and nachos can be part of the menu. Tell us how many children are coming.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
Ask us when you enquire. Tell us what your venue provides, and we will set out plates, napkins and cutlery in your quote.
How the day works
On the day, we position the truck or trailer and get the serving area ready. We are ready to serve at the agreed time, so everything runs to your schedule. By late September, it is dark in Hillyfields at around 7:10pm, so an evening programme will run partly after dusk. Organisers should plan that into the site layout.
- First, we check the dates.
- We agree the menu and the pitch.
- Paperwork goes over in good time.
- The hatch opens when the event does.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
Get a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Related guides
- 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