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Taco bar hire in Ashey, Isle of Wight
Mobile Mexican Catering brings a taco bar where guests build their own tacos to Ashey and across the Isle of Wight, with options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests.
- Family get-togethers
- Working lunches
- Wedding evening food
Taco bar hire for Ashey events
Taco bar hire in Ashey: local tips
Ashey is about 2 miles south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. We serve at events in gardens, halls and venues around Ashey. Ashey is one of 125 places in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our truck and trailer cover the area from Ashey to Portsmouth (about 9 miles away).
Guests arriving without a car will want to know that Smallbrook Junction station is about 1.5 miles away. With the sea within about 3 miles, a taco bar at a coastal venue is an option. Open toppings and a sea breeze do not mix, so a sheltered or indoor spot is best.
For taco bar hire in PO33, we plan around your venue and the route in. Other places close to Ashey for taco bar hire include Adgestone (2 miles south-east), Brading (2 miles south-east), Morton (2 miles south-east), Alverstone Garden Village (2 miles south) and Yarbridge (2 miles south-east). We also cater in nearby towns such as Newport (5 miles west), Cowes (7 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south), Shanklin (5 miles south), Ventnor (7 miles south) and East Cowes (6 miles north-west). For an event at a remote venue, let us know early and we will plan the trip and the route in for the truck or trailer.
Other landmarks nearby include Sandown Castle (3.3 miles south-east) and Cothey Bottom Heritage Centre (2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Ashey include Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
Taco bar hire in Ashey, served fresh
Mixed diets are simple at a taco bar, as fillings and toppings are kept in separate dishes. We plan vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free choices, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests. We serve guacamole, burrito bowls and a build-your-own taco bar, and it suits leaving dos and team socials.
In a small place like Ashey, a taco bar might go in a garden, a barn or a nearby hall. If lanes or soft ground stop the truck getting close, the station can be set up nearer your guests, though we still need to unload within a short walk. You can book food, drinks or both, so one caterer can cover more of the day.
- Where
- Ashey (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Extras
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
Planning the serving area
Plenty of outdoor spaces and venues work for us, but there are a few things to check:
- Space beside the truck or trailer if you are booking both
- A sheltered spot if we are serving outside
- Details of power and water near the bar
Out-of-the-way places like Ashey take a little more planning, so let us know about tracks, gates and power in good time.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Popular choices
- Tortilla chips
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Two to four fillings
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Vegan fillings
- Salsas and guacamole
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To cater well for them:
- Ensure one filling is vegan
- Tell us how many children are coming
- Include a dietary question on your invitations
- Decide where the table goes before the day
Staff stay at the taco bar to refill bowls and answer questions.
Add burrito bowls for guests who’d rather skip tortillas.
Nearby places to Ashey
Also in Ashey
Questions from Ashey
Which station should guests use for Ashey?
Guests can use Smallbrook Junction station, about 1.5 miles north-east of Ashey.
Will you travel to a small place like Ashey?
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.
Do you do a taco bar?
Yes, a taco bar is one of the ways we serve. Let us know your numbers and space and we’ll suggest the best set-up.
How much is a food truck for an event?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the length of service and the location. Send us the details for a quote.
When do you arrive?
We arrive in good time to set up before service. Serving times are agreed with you in advance, along with pack-down.
What do you need at the venue?
Room for the table and a queue, plus a nearby place to unload. Power and water are confirmed with each booking.
Do you need electricity?
Tell us what the site has, such as a supply from the venue near where we’ll park, and we will confirm what we need with your quote.
Does the taco bar need the truck on site?
The taco bar can sit next to the truck or trailer, or in a spot of its own. Either way, we need to unload nearby and have the venue’s permission.
Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- Timings and hours
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Staff for serving and the bar
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you choose what goes in.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- The date and time of the event
- What power and water the site has
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Where the event is
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
The menu, item by item
Vegan fillings
Black bean and sweet potato, or spiced mushrooms, cooked separately.
Guacamole
No taco bar is complete without guacamole, so we keep it topped up.
Why choose taco bar hire in Ashey?
Building your own is quick, so a crowd is fed at a steady pace.
In Ashey and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Barn and marquee parties
- Birthday celebrations
- Evening receptions
Historic houses near Ashey include Nunwell House (1.5 miles south-east) and Morton Manor (2.3 miles south-east). Historic venues often limit where vehicles can go, so ask whether a taco bar station could be set up inside while our truck or trailer parks further off.
What your quote should include
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- Whether travel is included
- A food hygiene rating you can check
- How late numbers can change
Working with your venue
Organising a club, school or community event in Ashey? 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’ll suggest a menu.
Events in public spaces, like parks, typically need permission. We’ll provide the information the landowner or council asks for from us.
The process
Once service is over, we pack down and clear our own area. We agree set-up and pack-down times with you and your venue. A December taco bar in Ashey will be in the dark from about 4:00pm, so set the station up where the lighting is good. At midsummer, by contrast, daylight lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Begin with the date and headcount.
- We plan fillings and toppings around your guests’ diets.
- Nearer the date, we confirm timings and the serving spot.
- The bar opens at the agreed time.
- We clear our station when service ends.
How to prepare
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
Getting a price
Thinking about taco bar hire for your event in Ashey? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, use our quote form.
Planning help
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 be with your guests, we’ll do the serving.
You can host your own taco night for a crowd, but it takes planning. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Read our guide to taco bars.
- 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