Isle of Wight · England
Taco Bar Hire for Merstone events
Planning taco bar hire in Merstone? We arrive with our food truck or trailer and everything we need to serve, and look after your guests on the day.
- Marquee parties
- Back-garden gatherings
- Team socials
Taco bar hire in Merstone
Taco bar hire in Merstone, from our food truck or trailer
Our truck and trailer service typically suits around 50 to 400 guests, and smaller parties are quoted case by case. Share your headcount and we’ll size the taco bar to match. On the menu are a build-your-own taco bar, slow-cooked fillings kept hot and warm corn and flour tortillas, and it is a good fit for summer garden parties and team lunches.
Near Merstone, a taco bar next to the truck in a field or garden works well. Tell us about gates, ground and the distance from the lane, and we confirm power and water arrangements before the day. We prepare everything fresh for your event and serve it straight from our food truck or trailer, so guests get it at its best.
- Location
- Merstone (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Dietary options
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guests
- Typically around 50 to 400; ask us
- Extras
- Margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Common questions in Merstone
Will you travel to a small place like Merstone?
Yes. Villages and hamlets are part of our area, and the main thing is access: tell us about the lane, the gate and the ground.
Do you cater at coastal events near Merstone?
We can, given firm ground and the landowner’s permission. Beaches and promenades typically need the council’s agreement, so check that first.
Do you need electricity?
Let us know what’s available on site, such as a supply from the venue near where we will park, and we will confirm the arrangements with your quote.
How much space do you need?
Access and level ground matter most: 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?
Send us details of the venue and where you’d like the bar, and we will confirm what’s needed. We also need the venue’s permission.
Do you do margaritas?
Yes, we do. Our drinks bar can be booked on its own or with food. We’ll check the licensing for alcohol with you.
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 check every dish and give allergen information.
How much does taco bar hire cost?
We quote for each taco bar, depending on guests, menu, venue and timings. Contact us for a quote.
The menu, item by item
Toppings
Pickled onions, coriander, lime, lettuce and cheese.
Warm tortillas
Soft corn and flour tortillas, kept warm so there’s always one ready. The corn ones suit gluten-free guests.
For event organisers in Merstone
Throwing a party at home? Send a picture of the space and tell us about access, and we’ll tell you honestly whether a truck or trailer will fit.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we’ll talk you through the process. We can work with your facilities team on access and timings.
DIY taco night or a caterer?
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For big numbers or lots of diets, a caterer makes life easier, with allergen information for every dish.
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: see how many tacos per person. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label anything containing allergens.
How we price taco bar hire
These are the factors that matter most:
- How long we are needed on site
- The menu you choose
- Serving staff
- Food, drinks or both
Extra dishes, drinks and longer service are priced on request, so you choose what goes in.
Getting an accurate quote
When you contact us, it helps to tell us:
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
- Your date and when you want service to start
- What power and water the site has
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
The quickest way to a quote is to send us your details through our quote form. Tell us about your event in Merstone, and we will put together a menu and price.
Planning the serving area
We serve from a truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- A level area for the taco-bar table
- Permission from the venue for us to set up
- Power and water, which we confirm when you book
Out-of-the-way places like Merstone take a little more planning, so let us know about tracks, gates and power in good time.
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Popular choices
- Two to four fillings
- Tortilla chips
- Salsas and guacamole
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Vegan fillings
Who books taco bar hire in Merstone?
Everyone builds a plate that suits them, so there are fewer special requests.
We can help if you are planning any of the following:
- Evening receptions
- Company parties
- Barn parties
- Team lunches
Around Merstone, historic houses include Arreton Manor (1.1 miles north) and Haseley Manor (1.3 miles east). If your event is at a historic house or estate, ask early whether a staffed taco bar is allowed and where we could unload.
Comparing caterers
- A food hygiene rating you can check
- A clear list of what’s included
- Allergen information for each dish
- Any travel, parking or access charges
Taco bars for events around Merstone
Merstone is about 3 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Whether your event is in the middle of Merstone or on the outskirts, taco bar hire works the same way: fresh service from our food truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. We serve in 125 places in the Isle of Wight, wherever the truck or trailer can get in. You can also see our page for Portsmouth, about 13 miles away.
By rail: Shanklin station is about 3.8 miles away. Coastal events near Merstone, within about 5 miles of the sea, bring wind into the planning. Tell us where the taco bar would go and where we can park to unload.
We serve at events all over PO30. From Merstone Lane, Chapel Lane and Newlands or a nearby road, we can bring taco bar hire there, given access. Other places close to Merstone for taco bar hire include Arreton (1 mile north-east), Rookley (1 mile south-west), Hale Common (1 mile south-east), Rookley Green (1 mile south-west) and Blackwater (2 miles north-west). We also cater in nearby towns such as Newport (3 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north-east), Cowes (7 miles north), Sandown (4 miles east), Shanklin (4 miles south-east) and Ventnor (5 miles south-east). For an event at a remote venue, tell us early so we can plan the journey, access and power.
A little further out are Whitecroft Hospital (2.2 miles west) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Merstone include Stenbury Down and Alverstone Mead.
Comparing your options
The difference between a taco bar and truck service is who builds the taco. From the truck, we put each order together; at the taco bar, guests do the building. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we will suggest a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can feel generous.
What we offer in Merstone
- Set-up planned with you and your venue
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Everything served fresh from the hatch
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to catering costs.
Places near Merstone
Also in Merstone
How it works
Serving is quick: guests are served at the hatch or a serving station, so a crowd is looked after quickly. When service ends, we pack down. Around midsummer it stays light in Merstone until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:10pm, so an outdoor taco bar in summer is usually served in daylight. In December it’s dark by about 4:00pm, so guests will need light to see the fillings and toppings.
- Send us the date, venue and numbers.
- Together we choose what goes on the bar.
- We confirm the table spot and where we’ll unload.
- On the day, guests help themselves while we keep the bar stocked.
- We clear the bar away after service.
How to prepare
- Find out what power and water are available
- Tell us when you want service to start
- Have a marquee or gazebo ready in case of rain
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, tell us about it on our contact page.
Planning help
- 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