Hampshire · England
Taco bar caterers in Oakhanger
From the moment the hatch opens to the end of service, a taco bar where guests build their own tacos keeps your guests happy at your event in Oakhanger.
- Back-garden gatherings
- Staff parties
- Barn parties
Taco bar hire for Oakhanger events
Diets, allergies and planning
Nearly every event has some special diets. To plan for them:
- Pick the spot for the taco bar in advance
- Ask guests with severe allergies to contact us before the day
- Tell us when guests should eat
- Count children separately
After the last plate, we take the bar down, then load our vehicle.
Nachos to share can keep guests going before the bar opens.
Taco bar hire in Oakhanger, served fresh
We can serve the taco bar next to the truck or trailer, or as a separate station. If the truck cannot get to the spot, we park close by, unload and carry the bar in, as long as the venue agrees. For family celebrations and garden parties, we can serve pickled onions and toppings, warm corn and flour tortillas and fresh salsas and more.
In a small place like Oakhanger, a taco bar might go in a garden, a barn or a nearby hall. If lanes or soft ground stop the truck getting close, the station can be set up nearer your guests, as long as we can unload within a short walk. We’ll check the space, access and power with you before the day, so there are no surprises on arrival.
The menu, item by item
Warm tortillas
Corn and flour tortillas, warmed through in batches. The corn ones suit gluten-free guests.
Hot fillings
A few fillings give guests plenty of choice, including a vegan one. You choose them with us.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
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 enjoy the party, let us serve.
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party serving. Booking a caterer means you can relax with everyone else.
Nearby places to Oakhanger
Also in Oakhanger
Taco bars for events around Oakhanger
Oakhanger is about 4 miles south-east of Alton, in Hampshire. For taco bar hire in Oakhanger, we can park up at venues, fields, drives and courtyards. Oakhanger is one of 683 towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our nearest city page is Basingstoke, about 13 miles away.
After a christening or wedding at a church such as St Mary Magdalene's Church, a taco bar at a hall or garden nearby lets guests build their own tacos. Venues in and around the Surrey Hills National Landscape, within about 8 miles of Oakhanger, sometimes have strict rules about catering and vehicles. Check with yours where a taco bar station and our food truck or trailer could go.
Here we cover the GU35 postcode area. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Hartley Mauditt (2 miles west), East Worldham (2 miles north-west), Wyck (3 miles north), Upper Farringdon (3 miles west) and Neatham (4 miles north-west). We also cater in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (13 miles north-west), Farnborough (14 miles north-east), Fleet (11 miles north), Horndean (15 miles south), Aldershot (11 miles north-east) and Alton (4 miles north-west).
Well-known places in the area include The Romany Museum (2.1 miles south-west) and Chase Community Hospital (1.9 miles east). The countryside around Oakhanger includes Selborne Hill and Deadwater Valley.
Oakhanger questions
Do you come out to small places like Oakhanger?
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.
Could you serve our guests after a service at St Mary Magdalene's Church?
Yes. The church itself is not where we’d set up, but a hall, field or garden close by with room for the truck or trailer can work well. Let us know the reception address and we will check the access.
Is a taco bar good for vegans and gluten-free guests?
Fillings and toppings sit in separate dishes, which helps with mixed diets, but we can’t promise an allergen-free kitchen. Anyone with a severe allergy should speak to us before the event.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
How much is a food truck for an event?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the length of service and the location. Contact us for a quote.
Do you do a taco bar?
We can. We can set up a build-your-own taco bar, served from the truck or a serving table, with fillings, salsas and toppings to choose from. Read our taco bar guide.
Who clears up?
We pack down and tidy our own area after service. For anything beyond that, such as guests’ tables, ask us.
What should the venue provide?
Send us details of the venue and where you’d like the bar, and we will check it works. The venue’s agreement is needed too.
Why choose taco bar hire in Oakhanger?
For a meal that’s hands-on for guests but not for you, a taco bar is a strong choice for your event. 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.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Oakhanger
- Options for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests
- A plan agreed before the day
- Book food, drinks or both
- Events in Oakhanger and across Hampshire
Take a look at our pricing and our guide to catering costs.
Planning the serving area
Access is the first thing to check for a truck or trailer. We need:
- The venue’s agreement for the taco bar and our vehicle
- Space beside the truck or trailer if you are booking both
- Somewhere close by for our vehicle to park and unload
If you’re unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
Popular choices
- Vegan fillings
- Two to four fillings
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Tortilla chips
- Salsas and guacamole
Events we cater in Oakhanger
Guests choose exactly what goes on their plate, which cuts down on special orders.
A truck or trailer works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Evening wedding receptions
- Family celebrations
- Back-garden gatherings
- Team socials
By rail: Alton station is about 3.8 miles away.
Comparing caterers
- Whether plates, napkins and cutlery are included
- How late numbers can change
- How each diet is kept separate
- Any travel, parking or access charges
How we price taco bar hire
Contact us for a quote, and the price is based on:
- How long we’re needed on site
- What the venue already provides
- How many guests we are serving
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
Access, parking and the distance to your venue can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. The full price is confirmed in your quote.
Details that help
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- How we drive in and where we can park
- Expected numbers
- A picture of where we’d park
- Your menu ideas
Still deciding on the menu? No problem: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. When you are ready, fill in our quote form.
How the day works
On the day, we position the truck or trailer and get the serving area ready. Service starts at the time we’ve agreed, so everything runs to your schedule. Around midsummer it stays light in Oakhanger until about 9:20pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:05pm, so a summer taco bar outside normally runs in daylight. For winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, plan good lighting over the station.
- Contact us with your date and headcount.
- We agree a menu that covers every diet.
- Nearer the date, we confirm timings and the serving spot.
- The bar opens at the agreed time.
- We clear our station when service ends.
How to prepare
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Ask the venue about power and water
How to get a price
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. Contact us for a quote: just fill in our quote form.
Read more
- 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