Hampshire · England
Taco bar caterers in Cliddesden: build-your-own tacos
From the first guest in the queue to the last, build-your-own tacos, run by our staff at your event makes the serving truck part of your event in Cliddesden.
- Wedding meals
- Anniversary parties
- Leaving dos
Book taco bar hire in Cliddesden
How our taco bar hire works in Cliddesden
We bring taco bars to events in and around Cliddesden: marquees, barns, gardens, halls and workplaces. It works well for engagement and anniversary parties and wedding evening food, serving warm corn and flour tortillas, burrito bowls and fresh salsas.
In a hamlet or village like Cliddesden, a barn or marquee can shelter a taco bar from the weather. We set up the station and our team runs it; tell us about access and parking. Access, space and power are agreed with you beforehand, so set-up goes smoothly.
Planning a taco bar in Cliddesden
Cliddesden is about 2 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Tell us where your event in Cliddesden will be, and we’ll plan the journey and set-up. We cater in 683 places in Hampshire.
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Leonard, a hall close by could host a staffed taco bar, with the venue’s permission. Around Cliddesden, historic houses include The Vyne (4.8 miles north). Historic venues often limit where vehicles can go, so ask whether a taco bar station could be set up inside while our food truck or trailer parks further off.
Taco bar hire in RG25 is planned around your venue and access. Your event could be at a home on Station Road, Church Lane and Hoopersmead. Other places close to Cliddesden for taco bar hire include Viables (1 mile north), Eastrop (2 miles north), Ellisfield (2 miles south), Oakridge (2 miles north) and Upper Common (2 miles south). Further out, we also cater in Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (11 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
Nearby you will also find Basing House (2.9 miles north-east) and Festival Place (2 miles north). Open spaces near Cliddesden include Farleigh Hill and The Mill Field.
- Schools near Cliddesden include Brighton Hill Community School (1 mile north-west) and Coppice Spring School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Jolly Farmer Public House (less than half a mile north-west)
FAQs for Cliddesden
Do you set up taco bars indoors in places like Cliddesden?
Yes, with the venue’s permission. Tell us about the parking, the doors and the space for the station.
Do you come out to small places like Cliddesden?
Yes, small places are no problem, given access. Let us know about access and parking for the truck or trailer.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, we do. Our drinks bar can be booked on its own or with food. We will check the licensing for alcohol with you.
Can you serve in the rain?
Rain does not normally stop service from the truck or trailer. Plan cover for guests, such as a marquee or gazebo, and let us know if the ground gets soft after heavy rain.
Are plates and napkins included?
Ask us when you enquire. Tell us what your venue provides, and we’ll set out plates, napkins and cutlery in your quote.
How big an event can you cater?
Our truck and trailer service normally suits events of around 50 to 400 guests. Festivals can be bigger, and smaller parties are quoted case by case. Send us your numbers and we’ll advise.
How much is a taco bar?
We quote for each taco bar, depending on guests, menu, venue and timings. For a price, fill in our quote form.
Can you cater for children?
Of course. We can keep dishes mild, and simple options such as quesadillas or nachos can be part of the menu. Include children in your numbers.
Why choose taco bar hire in Cliddesden?
The bar becomes a meeting point: guests compare fillings and swap topping ideas as they go.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Wedding day food
- Evening wedding receptions
- Milestone birthdays
- Leaving and retirement parties
Parks such as Hackwood Park generally need the owner’s agreement for catering, even without a truck on the grass, so ask before you plan.
What your quote should include
- Space, access, power and water needs
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
How the day works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive and set up, we open the hatch when you’re ready, and we serve your guests fresh for the agreed time. Winter evenings in Cliddesden close in by about 4:00pm, so an indoor spot or a well-lit station works best. In late June, the light holds until around 9:25pm.
- Tell us about your event and your guests.
- We send a sample spread and a quote.
- Access, power and water are agreed beforehand.
- We arrive, unload and lay out warm tortillas, fillings and toppings.
- At the end, we take everything away.
Getting ready for the day
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
- Tell us what power and water the site has
- Choose a level, firm spot for the truck or trailer
Getting a price
Send us the date, your venue or RG25 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you will get menu ideas and a price. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
How it compares
Sandwich platters are convenient but forgettable. Warm tortillas and hot fillings give a lunch more to talk about. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we’ll set out what’s included.
Why book with us
- A menu agreed with you
- Allergen information for every dish
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Fast service, even with a queue
Diets, allergies and planning
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Try these:
- Ask guests with severe allergies to contact us before the day
- Fit the bar into your running order
- Let us know about anyone who is coeliac
- Put allergies in writing for us
If the schedule slips, tell us and we will hold everything hot until you are ready.
Burrito bowls sit well on the bar for anyone avoiding tortillas.
A closer look at the menu
Salsas
Fresh salsas, from a mild tomato salsa to something hotter.
Toppings
The toppings are where guests make each taco their own.
What affects the price in Cliddesden
Every event is priced individually, based on a few main things:
- Food, drinks or both
- How many staff you need
- Travel, parking and access
- How many guests we are serving
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.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want service to start
Every quote is put together for your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we’ll check availability at the same time.
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Should I do it myself?
Weighing up a DIY taco night against a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep tortillas warm in a covered basket, and label anything containing allergens.
Where the truck can go in Cliddesden
Plenty of outdoor spaces and venues work for us, but there are a few things to check:
- A clear route from the vehicle to the serving spot
- Power and water arrangements, confirmed with each booking
- The venue’s agreement for the taco bar and our vehicle
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Menu ideas
- Vegan fillings
- Tortilla chips
- Salsas and guacamole
- Two to four fillings
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Pickled onions and toppings
- 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