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Taco bar caterers in Downe
Build-your-own tacos, run by our staff at your event in Downe, served from our food truck or trailer, wherever your event is.
- Barn parties
- Team socials
- Evening wedding receptions
Get a quote for taco bar hire in Downe
Perfect for your event in Downe
It’s informal but still feels looked after, because our staff keep the bar tidy and topped up through your event.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. In Downe, you could book us for events such as:
- Engagement parties
- Birthday parties
- Family get-togethers
- Retirement parties
Before you plan a taco bar in South Park, find out who manages it, as catering and unloading there both need their agreement.
What to look for in a quote
- The wet-weather plan
- Payment terms and deposit
- Whether VAT is included
- What the caterer needs from your venue
Taco bar hire in Downe, served fresh
A taco bar suits mixed diets well, as fillings and toppings are kept in separate dishes. We plan gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan choices, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests. Popular choices include warm corn and flour tortillas, fresh salsas and pickled onions and toppings, and it suits wedding day food and retirement parties.
In a London neighbourhood like Downe, a taco bar is handy when the truck cannot reach the garden or the room. Our staff set up a serving station on a table, and guests build their own tacos. We still need to park and unload close by, so tell us about loading bays, permits or a parking suspension. Like all of Greater London, Downe is inside the ULEZ. We serve from the hatch of our food truck or trailer, or from a serving station, and we plan service so the queue keeps moving.
- Area
- Downe (BR6)
- County
- Greater London
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Numbers
- Usually around 50 to 400; ask us
- Add-ons
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Updated
- 28 October 2026
Taco bar hire in Downe: local tips
Downe is about 4 miles south-west of Orpington, in Greater London. Tell us where your event in Downe will be, and we will plan the journey and set-up before the day. Downe is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London where we can bring taco bar hire. We cater right across the region, from Downe to Croydon (about 7 miles away).
By rail: Chelsfield station is about 2.6 miles away. If you are celebrating after a service at a church like St Mary's Church, a hall close by could host a staffed taco bar, with the venue’s permission. With the Kent Downs National Landscape about 6 miles away at most, a countryside taco bar is an option from Downe. Rural venues may limit vehicles, so ask where we can park and unload.
Taco bar hire in BR6 is planned around your venue and access and timings. Streets in the area include High Street, North End Lane and Belle Vue Road, and an event on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. For events just outside Downe, we cover Farthing Street (1 mile north-west), Hazelwood (1 mile east), Luxted (1 mile south), Leaves Green (1 mile west) and Single Street (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include London (13 miles north-west), City of Westminster (15 miles north-west), Marylebone (15 miles north-west), St Pancras (15 miles north-west), Shoreditch (14 miles north-west) and Hoxton (15 miles north-west).
A little further out are Crofton Roman Villa (2.7 miles north-east) and Princess Royal University Hospital (1.8 miles north). Not far away are Downe Bank Nature Reserve and Betsom's Hill.
- Nearby schools include Charles Darwin School (1.8 miles south)
- Local pubs include The Queens Head pub (within half a mile south)
Other catering in Downe
Prices and what affects them
We will give you a clear quote. The main things that affect it are:
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- Distance and access to the venue
- Your choice of food and drinks
- How many staff you need
The price depends on guest numbers, the menu and how long you’d like us to serve, plus any add-ons and the location. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- What power and water the site has
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Whether you’d like food, drinks or both
- Where the event is
Each quote is tailored to your event. Give us your date and numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
What happens on the day
We take care of everything you’ve booked, from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Daylight in Downe runs to about 8:50pm in late May and 7:05pm in late September. If the taco bar is outdoors and runs later, tell us what lighting the venue has.
- Begin with the date and headcount.
- We agree a menu that covers every diet.
- We fix timings with you and the venue.
- Service starts when your running order says.
- Once service is over, we pack away.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
How to get a price
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
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For event organisers in Downe
Planners and coordinators can contact us directly, and we will keep you updated on timings and set-up.
Planning an event for a club, school or charity in Downe? A truck or trailer serves a crowd quickly, with options for most diets. Give us the details and we’ll suggest a plan.
Taco bar hire or something else?
A standard buffet often sits out cold. We keep the fillings hot and refill the dishes through service. Catering from a truck or trailer can be a practical alternative to a sit-down meal, because it needs no venue kitchen. Ask us for a quote.
What you get with us
- A truck or trailer that comes to you
- Service planned around your numbers
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Tacos, burritos and a drinks bar
Take a look at our pricing or what Mexican catering costs.
About the menu
Guacamole
Freshly made guacamole with lime.
Warm tortillas
Corn and flour tortillas, warmed through in batches. Corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests.
Where the truck can go in Downe
Before the day, we’ll agree where we park and serve. A good spot ticks these boxes:
- Power and water arrangements, confirmed with each booking
- Room for guests to queue along the table
- Somewhere close by for our vehicle to park and unload
In Downe, as everywhere in Greater London, the ULEZ applies and kerb space is limited. Where will the truck or trailer stop? A drive, a courtyard or a suspended bay can all work.
Not sure about your space? Send us a picture and we’ll tell you honestly.
Menu ideas
- Two to four fillings
- Salsas and guacamole
- Vegan fillings
- Tortilla chips
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Pickled onions and toppings
Downe: your questions answered
Do you come to events in the Kent Downs National Landscape?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and catering, so check with yours. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
Where would you park in Downe?
It can be tricky, so tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway. A parking suspension may be needed, and the whole of Greater London is inside the ULEZ.
What do you need at the venue?
Send us details of the venue and where you’d like the bar, and we’ll check it works. We also need the venue’s permission.
Do you come to Downe?
Yes. We cover London and the South East, including Downe and the rest of Greater London. To check your date, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
How long do you serve for?
It depends on your event. Timings are agreed in advance so everything fits your schedule.
How big an event can you cater?
It depends on the menu and how long service runs, but around 50 to 400 guests is the usual range. Tell us your numbers and we’ll advise.
What do you need at the venue?
The main things are access and a level spot: a level spot to park, space for guests to queue and a little room for a serving table. If in doubt, send us a picture of the space and the way in.
Where do you cater?
We cater across London and the South East, Greater London included. See all areas.
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. Ask us for a quote and compare.
A DIY taco night is possible for a crowd, but it’s more work than it looks. Fillings need slow cooking, tortillas need warming as you go, and salsas need making. Our taco bar guide explains how.
- 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