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Mexican Street Food in Shipbourne
Mobile Mexican Catering brings tacos, burritos and nachos from a truck for fairs and festivals to Shipbourne and nearby, with options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests.
- Race days and sports events
- Hospitality and crew areas
- Fundraisers and fêtes
Book Mexican street food in Shipbourne
Who books Mexican street food in Shipbourne?
It brings something different to the food court.
These are some of the occasions we serve around Shipbourne:
- Village fairs
- School and charity events
- Race days and sports events
- Music and food festivals
For a public event, it helps to tell people that Borough Green & Wrotham station is about 3.3 miles away.
What your quote should include
- Space, access, power and water needs
- The deadline for final numbers
- Allergen information for each dish
- Where to see their hygiene rating
How our Mexican street food works in Shipbourne
Festivals, fairs, markets and school fairs are all on our list. Popular choices include tacos, vegan tacos and burritos, and it suits seasonal and night markets and school fairs and fundraisers.
At a field event near Shipbourne, power and water may be limited; tell us what’s available and we’ll plan around it. You will know what’s included before booking: menu, timings and any add-ons.
Questions from Shipbourne
Do you cater in villages like Shipbourne?
Yes, we cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking for the truck or trailer.
Can you bring a truck or trailer to venues in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and catering, so check with yours. We’ll follow the site rules.
Can you serve alcohol at our event?
It depends on the event’s licence. Tell us whether the event has a premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice.
Can you run a bar?
Yes, we offer a Mexican drinks bar, serving margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas such as hibiscus and horchata, and soft drinks. Your venue or event may need the right licence for alcohol, so we’ll check the licensing with you.
Can you do dairy-free food?
Yes. We offer dairy-free options.
Do you cater in Shipbourne?
We do. We serve at events in Shipbourne and across Kent. Tell us your date and we will check availability.
Can vegans eat at your stall?
Yes, always. Vegan fillings such as spiced mushrooms or black beans are on the menu.
How is the food prepared?
Food is cooked to order in our truck or trailer, or served from a build-your-own taco bar. Fillings are slow-cooked beforehand and finished on site.
Can I do a taco night myself?
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: see how many tacos per person. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label anything containing allergens.
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Step by step
We take care of everything you’ve booked, from set-up to service, so you can spend time with your guests. Late-September events in Shipbourne see sunset at about 7:00pm, so an evening programme will run partly after dusk. Organisers should plan that into the site layout.
- We check your dates.
- We agree the menu and the pitch.
- We send the paperwork your event asks for.
- The hatch opens when the event does.
- We serve, then clear the pitch at the end.
Before we arrive
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
Getting a price
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we’ll confirm whether we’re available that day.
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How it compares
Burger stalls are common. Tacos add something different to a food line-up. Access and travel can make a difference to the cost, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed in your quote.
Why us?
- Menus chosen with you
- Catering across Kent, including Shipbourne
- Options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests
- Quoted for your event
Take a look at our prices page or the cost guide.
A closer look at the menu
Quesadillas
A good choice for families.
Burrito bowls
Easy to eat with a fork on the grass.
Planning for every diet
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Ask about peak-time capacity
- Put all trader information in one pack
- Check traders’ packaging and waste plans
- Agree when vehicles can move on site
Allergen information is available at the hatch, and the menu shows vegan and gluten-free options.
Bowls as a gluten-free choice.
Prices and what affects them
We quote for your event, and the price is based on:
- Guest numbers
- The length of service
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- Your choice of food and drinks
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
These details help us quote quickly:
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- Where the event is
- What power and water the site has
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
Not sure what you need yet? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will make suggestions. When you are ready, tell us about it on our contact page.
Nearby places to Shipbourne
What else we do in Shipbourne
Running an event in Shipbourne
Shipbourne is about 3 miles north of Tonbridge, in Kent. Tell us where your event in Shipbourne will be, and we’ll plan access and set-up before the day. We serve in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 24 miles away.
A school such as Shipbourne School running a summer fair could book a taco truck. Events in parks such as Ivy Hatch Nature Reserve need permission from the council or landowner, and we’ll send any documents they ask for from us. Within about 8 miles is the Kent Downs National Landscape, where events may have extra rules on vehicles and waste; we’ll follow the site’s requirements.
Wherever your event is in TN11, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. Streets in the area include Upper Green Road, Upper Green Lane and Back Lane, and an event on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. We also serve at events in Budds (1 mile west), Yopps Green (1 mile north), Sheet Hill (2 miles north), Ivy Hatch (2 miles north) and Coldharbour (2 miles south-west). We also cater in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north), Sevenoaks (5 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (8 miles south), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (3 miles south).
Well-known places in the area include Ightham Court (3.3 miles north) and Hadlow Tower museum (2.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Barden Lake.
- Local schools include Hugh Christie Technology College (2.3 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Chaser Public House (within half a mile west)
What we need at the venue
Many gardens, fields and venues can take a truck or trailer, but there are a few things to check:
- Vehicle access before and after the event
- Spacing from tents and other structures
- A level pitch on firm ground
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise.
- 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