Brighton and Hove · England
Taco bar caterers in Kemptown
Something for every guest: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options, plus allergen information for every dish. A taco station with slow-cooked fillings, salsas and guacamole for events in Kemptown.
- Evening wedding receptions
- Working lunches
- Wedding breakfasts
Taco bar hire for Kemptown events
About our taco bar hire in Kemptown
With a taco bar, everything is laid out in one place: tortillas kept warm, fillings kept hot, and bowls of salsa, guacamole and toppings. Each guest takes a plate and fills it their way. On the menu are guacamole, slow-cooked fillings kept hot and a build-your-own taco bar, which works well for leaving and retirement parties and family get-togethers.
For a place the size of Kemptown, a garden or a hall nearby can suit a taco bar. We set up and run the station, and guests choose their own fillings and toppings. Tell us where we can park and unload. We arrive ready to serve, and clear our own area when service is finished.
- Area
- Kemptown (BN2)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Also available
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
A build-your-own taco bar in Kemptown
Kemptown is about 1 mile south-east of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Events in Kemptown are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. Kemptown is one of 30 towns and villages in Brighton and Hove where we can bring taco bar hire.
After a christening or wedding at a church such as St George's Church, a taco bar at a hall or garden nearby lets guests build their own tacos. Guests arriving without a car will want to know that the nearest station is Brighton station, about 1.3 miles north-west. With the South Downs National Park about 7 miles away at most, a countryside taco bar is an option from Kemptown. Rural venues may limit vehicles, so ask where we can park and unload. With the sea within about a mile, a taco bar at a coastal venue is an option. Open toppings and a sea breeze don’t mix, so a sheltered or indoor spot is best.
We serve at events all over BN2 and the streets around it. We can cater an event on streets such as Abbey Road, Manor Road and Eastern Road or the roads around them. Nearby, we also cater events in Whitehawk (1 mile north-east), Carlton Hill (1 mile north-west), Hanover (1 mile north-west), Brighton (1 mile north-west) and West Hill (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Brighton and Hove (3 miles north-west), Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Withdean (3 miles north-west), Hangleton (4 miles north-west) and Patcham (4 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in Brighton and Hove, Kemptown has plenty of venues and spaces for events.
Nearby you’ll also find Brighton Motor Museum (within half a mile south-west) and Churchill Square (1.4 miles west). The countryside around Kemptown includes Newmarket Hill and Whitehawk Hill.
- Schools near Kemptown include St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School (less than half a mile north) and Brighton Girls (1.7 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include Saint George's Inn (under half a mile north-west)
The process
We take care of everything you’ve booked, from set-up to service, so you can enjoy your event. Around midsummer it stays light in Kemptown until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so a summer taco bar outside normally runs in daylight. For winter events, dark by about 3:55pm, plan good lighting over the station.
- Start with the essentials: the date, venue, headcount and diets.
- We suggest fillings, salsas and toppings for the bar and send a quote.
- Together we fix the spot for the taco bar and a nearby place for our vehicle.
- On the day our staff lay out the bar and keep it stocked while guests build their tacos.
- After the last tacos, we clear the station away.
Preparing for the day
- Measure any gates or arches on the way in
- Let us know who to talk to on the day
- Let us know the timings for the day
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, food or drinks or both, and the access. When you’re ready, send a quick message through our quote form.
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What we need at the venue
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We need:
- Space for a serving table on level ground
- Room nearby to park and unload our vehicle
- A clear route from the vehicle to the serving spot
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we offer
- Salsas and guacamole
- Tortilla chips
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Two to four fillings
- Vegan fillings
What’s on the menu
Salsas
Guests add as much heat as they like.
Vegan fillings
A vegan filling sits on the bar with the rest, not an afterthought.
For event organisers in Kemptown
Venues often have their own rules about outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we’ll work to it.
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Comparing your options
Plated meals depend on a kitchen and a team of waiting staff. For a taco bar, we need a serving spot, a nearby place to unload and the venue’s permission, with power and water confirmed when you book. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu to match. A simple menu can still feel generous.
What we offer in Kemptown
- A plan agreed before the day
- Served fresh from our truck or trailer
- Allergen-aware menus
- A menu agreed with you
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, most diets are easy. We suggest:
- Confirm any allergies to us by email
- Flag any guest with coeliac disease
- Check where our vehicle can unload
- Plan the taco bar around speeches and timings
After the last plate, we take the bar down and leave the spot tidy.
Nachos to share can keep guests going before the bar opens.
Your questions about taco bar hire in Kemptown
Which station is closest to Kemptown?
Guests can use Brighton station, about 1.3 miles north-west of Kemptown.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
Yes. Some venues there have rules about vehicles, ground and catering, so check with yours. Tell us about narrow lanes and soft ground.
How spicy is the food?
It’s up to you: we can keep the main dishes mild, with hotter salsas served separately.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
We can, using corn tortillas. Corn is naturally gluten-free, though some sauces and toppings can contain gluten, so we plan gluten-free dishes carefully and give allergen information.
Is there a minimum number of guests?
That depends on the menu and the service time, but our truck and trailer service normally suits around 50 to 400 guests. For anything outside that, ask us.
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. We need a nearby place to unload, plus the venue’s agreement.
Where do you cater?
London and the South East: Greater London, Kent and Medway, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex, Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, including Kemptown.
Is a taco bar suitable for a big group?
That depends on your timings and the event. Most bookings fall around 50 to 400 guests.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
A DIY taco night is possible for a crowd, but it’s more work than it looks. There are fillings to slow-cook, tortillas to keep warm and salsas to make. Our taco bar guide explains how.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up in the kitchen. With a caterer, you get the food and drinks without the work.
How we price taco bar hire
Each event is quoted on its own, and the price depends on a few things:
- The length of service
- Distance and access to the venue
- What’s on the menu
- Staff for serving and the bar
Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you choose what goes in.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Try to include:
- What you’d like on the menu
- Expected numbers
- The date and rough timings
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
Thinking about taco bar hire for your event in Kemptown? Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with ideas and a quote. Just drop us a line using the enquiry form.
- 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