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Taco bar hire in Ashbank, Kent
A taco station with slow-cooked fillings, salsas and guacamole in Ashbank, served fresh from our food truck or trailer, wherever your event is.
- Christenings and family parties
- Working lunches
- Summer garden parties
Planning an event in Ashbank?
Taco bar hire in Ashbank, served fresh
Mixed diets are simple at a taco bar, because every filling and topping sits in its own dish. We plan vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free choices, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests. Popular choices include fresh salsas, guacamole and pickled onions and toppings, and it is a good fit for family get-togethers and evening wedding receptions.
For a rural spot like Ashbank, a taco bar beside the truck in a field or garden is a simple set-up. Tell us about gates, ground and the distance from the lane, and we confirm power and water arrangements before the day. Access, space and power are agreed with you beforehand, so set-up goes smoothly.
The process
We work to your timings. If speeches run late or the photos take longer, tell us and we will adjust the start of service where we can. Winter evenings in Ashbank close in by about 3:50pm, so an indoor spot or a well-lit station works best. At midsummer, by contrast, daylight lasts until about 9:15pm.
- Start with your date, venue and guest numbers.
- We plan the fillings, salsas and toppings with you.
- The venue confirms where the bar goes and where we park.
- Our staff set out the bar and guests build their own tacos.
- When everyone has eaten, we pack up.
Getting ready for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
- Find out what power and water are available
How to get a price
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. For a quote, use our quote form.
Planning help
Places near Ashbank
What else we do in Ashbank
Should I do it myself?
Some hosts like to do it themselves. Common snags are cold tortillas, uneven quantities and the host missing the party. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us serve.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Popular choices
Vegan fillings
A vegan filling sits on the bar with the rest.
Warm tortillas
Tortillas are the base of the bar. We warm them as the bar needs them.
Common questions in Ashbank
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Nicholas's Church?
Yes. The church itself is not where we’d set up, but a hall, field or garden close by with room for the truck or trailer can work well. Let us know the reception address and we’ll check the access.
Do you cater in villages like Ashbank?
Yes. Villages and hamlets are part of our area, and the main thing is access: tell us about the lane, the gate and the ground.
Can you cater in a back garden?
That depends on access. If the truck or trailer cannot reach the garden, a drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission. Send us a photo and we will talk it through.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Greater London, Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes and Oxfordshire, including Ashbank.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
Yes. We offer dairy-free options, and we will tell you which dishes contain milk.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
That is confirmed with each quote. Let us know what the venue supplies.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
What guest numbers do you cater for?
Our service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests, while smaller parties are looked at case by case. Share your headcount and we will size the bar to suit.
Catering for every guest
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Tell us when guests should eat
- Flag any guest with coeliac disease
- Include a vegan filling on the bar
- Have anyone with a severe allergy speak to us first
After the last plate, we take the bar down.
A wider range of salsas suits guests who like it mild and those who like it hot.
For event organisers in Ashbank
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Wedding planners and venue coordinators are welcome to contact us directly, and we’ll keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Where the truck can go in Ashbank
We serve from a truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. Here’s what we look for:
- Power and water, which we confirm when you book
- The venue’s or landowner’s agreement
- Space for a serving table on level ground
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Vegan fillings
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Salsas and guacamole
- Two to four fillings
- Tortilla chips
- Pickled onions and toppings
Prices and what affects them
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- Parking and the route in
- How many guests we are serving
- What’s on the menu
What’s on the menu makes a difference to the total, so share your ideas with us. Tell us your budget and we’ll suggest a menu.
Getting an accurate quote
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
- The address or venue name
- A picture of the space, if it is a garden or field
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
Taco bars for events around Ashbank
Ashbank is about 4 miles east of Maidstone, in Kent. We serve at events in homes, gardens and venues in Ashbank and the surrounding area. We cater in 922 places in Kent.
By rail: the nearest station is Hollingbourne station, about 1.1 miles north-east. If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like St Nicholas's Church, a hall close by could host a staffed taco bar, with the venue’s permission. Ashbank is within about 2 miles of the Kent Downs National Landscape, with barns and country venues that could host a taco bar. Where vehicles cannot reach the room, the station can be set up there with the venue’s agreement, but we still need to unload close by.
Taco bar hire in ME17 is planned around your venue and access and timings. Your event could be at a home on George Lane and Wykeham Grove. We also serve at events in Leeds (1 mile south-west), Broomfield (1 mile south-east), Eyhorne Street (1 mile north-east), Chegworth (1 mile east) and Hollingbourne (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (4 miles west), Ashford (13 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (8 miles north-east), Tonbridge (15 miles west), Faversham (12 miles east) and Minster (14 miles north-east).
Nearby you will also find KIMS hospital (3.6 miles north-west) and The Dog Collar Museum (0.6 miles east). The countryside around Ashbank includes Detling Hill.
- Nearby, you will find The George Inn (under half a mile south-west)
Taco bar hire or something else?
A taco bar and a truck serve the same food in different ways. At the hatch, we make each order; at the taco bar, guests do the building. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu that fits. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we offer in Ashbank
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
- A truck or trailer that comes to you
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
Take a look at our prices page and our guide to catering costs.
- Served from our truck or trailer at your venue, garden or event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, with allergen information
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