Hampshire · England
Taco Bar Hire in Liss
Mobile Mexican Catering brings a taco station with slow-cooked fillings, salsas and guacamole to Liss and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests.
- Leaving and retirement parties
- Barn and marquee parties
- Summer garden parties
Planning an event in Liss?
Taco bar hire in Liss: local tips
Liss is about 3 miles north-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. For an event in Liss, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access in and around Liss. We cover all 683 towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Chichester, about 15 miles away.
After a christening or wedding at a church such as Church of St Mary, a taco bar at a hall or garden nearby lets guests build their own tacos. Liss is within about 4 miles of the South Downs National Park, with barns and country venues that could host a taco bar. Where vehicles can’t reach the room, the station can be set up there with the venue’s agreement, but we still need to unload close by.
Anywhere in GU33, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests. From Station Road, Shotterfield Terrace and Greenfields or a nearby road, we’ll plan where to park and serve. If your venue is just outside Liss, we also cover West Liss (1 mile south-west), The Mint (1 mile north-east), Liss Forest (1 mile north), Hill Brow (1 mile south-east) and Durford Wood (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Havant (13 miles south), Horndean (11 miles south-west), Aldershot (15 miles north), Alton (8 miles north-west), Waterlooville (13 miles south-west) and Petersfield (3 miles south-west).
Nearby you’ll also find Petersfield Community Hospital (3.6 miles south-west) and Bear Museum (3.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Wheatham Hill.
- Pubs nearby include Whistle Stop pub (within half a mile south-west)
How our taco bar hire works in Liss
Fillings are agreed with you, such as pork carnitas, chicken tinga or beef birria, with a vegan filling like black bean and sweet potato or spiced mushroom. Popular choices include slow-cooked fillings kept hot, warm corn and flour tortillas and guacamole, and it’s a good fit for wedding day food and office lunches.
In a smaller place like Liss, a taco bar in your garden or a local hall keeps things simple. Our staff set up the station and guests build their own tacos. Let us know about the drive and parking. Your quote sets out what’s included: menu, timings and any add-ons.
Diets, allergies and planning
We cater for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests. To make it work smoothly:
- Count children separately
- Choose at least one vegan filling
- Have anyone with a severe allergy speak to us first
- Have tables and seats ready for guests to eat at
Our staff stand behind the bar to top up dishes and help guests about fillings and allergens.
Loaded nachos make a good starter while the bar is set up.
Where the truck can go in Liss
We serve from a truck or trailer, so where we park matters. These are the things we check:
- Room for the bar alongside the vehicle, if booked together
- Space for a serving table on level ground
- A sheltered spot if we are serving outside
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we’ll advise.
What we offer
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Tortilla chips
- Salsas and guacamole
- Vegan fillings
- Two to four fillings
How it works
A typical event goes like this: we arrive and set up, we open the hatch when you’re ready, and your guests are served fresh until service ends. From late May to late September, sunset in Liss moves from about 8:55pm to 7:05pm. If the taco bar is outdoors and runs later, tell us what lighting the venue has.
- Tell us the date, the venue, how many guests and any diets.
- We suggest fillings, salsas and toppings for the bar and send a quote.
- We agree where the table goes and where our vehicle can unload.
- We set out warm tortillas, hot fillings, salsas and toppings, and guests help themselves.
- When service finishes, we clear the table and pack the vehicle.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Share the running order, including any speeches
How to get a price
Most quotes start with a few simple details: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. Contact us for a quote: just send us your details through our quote form.
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How we price taco bar hire
Your quote will be clear. The main things that affect it are:
- The menu you choose
- Whether you need disposables
- Timings and hours
- Food, drinks or both
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we will set out what’s included.
Getting an accurate quote
The more we know about your event, the better we can plan. Please include:
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Where the event is
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where we’d park
Planning taco bar hire in Liss? Send us the details and we will reply with a menu and a clear price. Just fill in our quote form.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone still has to mix, pour and keep an eye on it all evening. See our margarita bar guide.
Plenty of people try a DIY taco night at home. The usual problems are cold tortillas, running out of a popular filling and a host stuck at the stove. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the serving.
Liss: your questions answered
Could you serve our guests after a service at Church of St Mary?
Yes, at a garden, field or venue nearby where the truck or trailer can park. Service would be at the reception venue, not the church. Tell us where the reception will be.
Do you cater in the South Downs National Park?
We do, where the venue allows a catering vehicle. Lanes can be narrow and ground soft, so tell us how we’d get in.
Can you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes. Vegetarian and vegan fillings, such as spiced mushrooms or black beans, can be part of the menu, served alongside the meat options.
What does a taco bar cost?
Every taco bar is quoted for individually, based on numbers, fillings, the venue and timings. For a price, tell us about it on our contact page.
Do you have dairy-free options?
Yes. Dairy-free options are part of our menus.
How does a taco bar work?
Guests take a plate and fill their tortillas from the dishes on the bar. Our staff look after the bar throughout.
What do you need at the venue?
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 picture of the space and the way in.
Do you do parties at home?
It depends on access. If the truck or trailer cannot reach the garden, a drive or a spot nearby may work, with permission. Tell us about the space and we’ll advise.
Events we cater in Liss
It feels relaxed without being scruffy, with our staff keeping the table stocked and neat through your event.
Here are some of the events we cater in Liss and Hampshire:
- Retirement parties
- Birthday parties
- Anniversary parties
- Garden parties
If people are travelling in by rail, Liss has its own station, Liss station.
Comparing caterers
- The venue requirements
- Travel and parking costs
- How long the service runs
- Allergen information for each dish
Is taco bar hire right for your event?
Buffet trays can go cold and tired. Our fillings stay hot and the bowls are topped up as guests come back. Larger events can cost less per head, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book with us
- Served fresh from our food truck or trailer
- Menus for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests
- Catering across Hampshire, including Liss
- A menu built around your guests
Take a look at how we price or our guide to catering costs.
Organising for someone else?
If you run the same event each year, tell us your dates early, so we can check the date.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’ll work directly with you and the venue. It keeps things simple.
Nearby places to Liss
Other catering in Liss
- 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