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Taco bar hire in Compton, Surrey
We bring a taco bar where guests build their own tacos to Compton and nearby, with options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests.
- Leaving dos
- Staff parties
- Summer garden parties
Taco bar hire in Compton
Taco bar hire in Compton, served fresh
A taco bar suits mixed diets well, as fillings and toppings are kept in separate dishes. There are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan choices, with corn tortillas for gluten-free guests. Popular choices include guacamole, pickled onions and toppings and fresh salsas, and it’s a good fit for wedding meals and evening wedding receptions.
Somewhere as small as Compton, a garden, barn or hall can host a taco bar. If the truck can’t get close, we can set the station up nearer your guests, as long as we can unload within a short walk. Food and drinks can be booked together or separately, so the food and drinks can come from one caterer.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
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.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party serving. Booking a caterer means you can relax with everyone else.
How it works
From set-up to service, we look after everything you’ve booked from us, so you can enjoy your event. Winter evenings in Compton close in by about 3:55pm, so an indoor spot or a well-lit station works best. At midsummer, by contrast, daylight lasts until about 9:20pm.
- Tell us about your event and your guests.
- You get a suggested taco-bar menu 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.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Find out what power and water are available
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
Getting a price
A detailed enquiry gets a more accurate quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. When you’re ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Planning help
Is taco bar hire right for your event?
Plated meals depend on a kitchen and a team of waiting staff. A taco bar needs a serving spot, somewhere close to unload and the venue’s agreement, and power and water are confirmed with each booking. The price depends on guest numbers, the menu and how long you’d like us to serve, along with extras and where your event is. Every event gets its own quote.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Compton
- Events in Compton and across Surrey
- Options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests
- A clear quote
- Access, space and power checked in advance
Take a look at our pricing or what Mexican catering costs.
Before you choose a spot
We’ll agree the spot with you before the day. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Room nearby to park and unload our vehicle
- A spot next to the truck or trailer when both are booked
- Permission from the venue for us to set up
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Popular choices
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Two to four fillings
- Salsas and guacamole
- Tortilla chips
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Vegan fillings
Planners, venues and businesses
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
FAQs for Compton
What’s the nearest station to Compton for guests?
Farnham station, about 1.3 miles west of the centre.
Can you bring a truck or trailer to venues in the Surrey Hills National Landscape?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
Are plates and napkins included?
We confirm that with your quote. Let us know what the venue supplies and we’ll talk it through.
What does a taco bar cost?
We do not publish set prices, as each booking is different. Send us your details and we will quote for your event. See what Mexican catering costs for background.
How does a taco bar work?
A serving table is laid with warm tortillas, hot fillings, salsas and toppings, and each guest builds their own. Our staff keep it hot and topped up.
What access do you need?
The main things are access and a level spot: a firm spot for the truck or trailer, room for a queue and, for a taco bar, space for a serving table. If in doubt, send us a photo of the space and the way in.
What do you need at the venue?
Tell us about the venue and the spot you have in mind, and we will confirm what’s needed. The venue’s agreement is needed too.
Can you keep it mild?
That’s your choice: we can keep the main dishes mild, with hotter salsas served separately. Read more about how spicy Mexican food is.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Count children separately
- Confirm a loading spot close to the bar
- Confirm any allergies to us by email
- Put guests with serious allergies in touch with us early
After the last plate, we take the bar down and leave the spot tidy.
Our drinks bar can sit alongside the taco bar with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
How we price taco bar hire
These are the factors that matter most:
- Food, drinks or both
- Whether you need disposables
- Timings and hours
- Your choice of food and drinks
Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so tell us what you have in mind. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Getting an accurate quote
You do not need every detail fixed to get a quote, but these help:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your menu ideas
- The address or venue name
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
Every quote is put together for your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Compton: venues, access and set-up
Compton is about 1 mile east of Farnham, in Surrey. From the centre of Compton to the outskirts, taco bar hire works the same way: a truck or trailer at your event, options for every diet and a clear price. Compton is one of 395 towns and villages in Surrey where we can bring taco bar hire. Our nearest city page is Guildford, about 9 miles away.
Guests leaving a church like St Marys Parish Church could head to a nearby hall or garden where the taco bar is ready. For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Farnham station, about 1.3 miles west. Compton is within about 7 miles of the Surrey Hills 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.
We cover events in every part of the GU10 and GU9 postcode area. From Moor Park Lane, Compton Way and Moor Park Way or anywhere nearby, we will plan where to park and serve. If your venue is just outside Compton, we also cover Runfold (1 mile east), The Sands (1 mile east), Badshot Lea (1 mile north), Farnham (1 mile west) and Sandy Cross (1 mile north-east). We also cater in nearby towns such as Guildford (9 miles east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north), Frimley (7 miles north), Haslemere (9 miles south) and Cranleigh (13 miles east).
Nearby you’ll also find Farnham Castle (1.8 miles west) and Seale and Tongham (1.8 miles east). The countryside around Compton includes Runfold Wood and Culverswell Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Shepherd & Flock pub (0.9 miles north-west)
Nearby places to Compton
More for events in Compton
Occasions we cater for in Compton
Everyone builds a plate that suits them.
If you are planning any of these, we can help:
- Family get-togethers
- Garden parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Milestone birthdays
Parks such as Moor Park typically need the owner’s agreement for catering, even without a truck on the grass, so ask before you plan.
What to look for in a quote
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- What happens if it rains
- Whether travel is included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- 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