Brighton and Hove · England
Taco bar hire in Ovingdean, Brighton and Hove
Fresh, generous and easy to enjoy: a build-your-own taco bar with warm tortillas, fillings, salsas and toppings in Ovingdean and the surrounding area.
- Birthday parties
- Engagement parties
- Working lunches
Get a quote for taco bar hire in Ovingdean
Taco bar hire for your event in Ovingdean
We can serve the taco bar next to the truck or trailer, or as a separate station. Where a vehicle cannot reach the serving spot, we unload nearby and set the table up there, with the venue’s agreement. For garden parties and retirement parties, we can serve warm corn and flour tortillas, a build-your-own taco bar and pickled onions and toppings.
Near Ovingdean, a marquee or barn makes a good home for a taco bar. Our staff set up the station and run it through service. 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.
- Location
- Ovingdean (BN2)
- Area hub
- Brighton and Hove
- Dietary options
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guests
- Typically around 50 to 400 guests; tell us yours
- Also available
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Price
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 28 October 2026
DIY taco night versus a caterer
If you do it yourself, work out quantities first: see how many tacos per person. Keep tortillas warm in a covered basket, and label dishes for guests with allergies.
Not sure whether to do it yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Contact us for a quote to compare.
Taco bars for events around Ovingdean
Ovingdean is about 3 miles south-east of Hanover, in Brighton and Hove. Anywhere in BN2, we can bring the truck or trailer to you, as long as there is access. We cater in all 30 towns and villages across Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages.
For guests coming by train, Moulsecoomb station is about 3 miles away. Before you plan a taco bar in Beacon Hill, find out who manages it, as catering and unloading there both need their agreement. With the South Downs National Park about 6 miles away at most, a countryside taco bar is an option from Ovingdean. Rural venues may limit vehicles, so ask where we can park and unload. With the sea within about 3 miles, 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.
Wherever your event is in BN2, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests. Local streets include Longhill Road, Ovingdean Road and Wanderdown Road; for an event at home on any of them, tell us where the truck or trailer can park. Other places close to Ovingdean for taco bar hire include Rottingdean (1 mile east), Roedean (1 mile west), Saltdean (2 miles south-east), East Saltdean (2 miles south-east) and Telscombe (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Brighton (3 miles north-west), Brighton and Hove (5 miles west), Hove (4 miles west), Carlton Hill (3 miles west), Hanover (3 miles north-west) and West Hill (3 miles west).
Well-known places in the area include Brighton Motor Museum (1.9 miles west) and French Convalescent Home (1.5 miles west). Open spaces near Ovingdean include Newmarket Hill and Beacon Hill Local Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Longhill High School (within half a mile north-east) and Our Lady of Lourdes RC School (0.9 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find Duck Inn (0.9 miles south-east)
Towns and villages near Ovingdean
Other catering in Ovingdean
The process
The truck or trailer needs a level, firm spot with access to drive in, with power and water arrangements agreed beforehand. A photo of the space helps. From late May to late September, sunset in Ovingdean moves from about 8:50pm to 7:05pm. Let us know if an outdoor station will run after dark, and we will talk about lighting.
- Begin with the date and headcount.
- We plan fillings and toppings around your guests’ diets.
- We fix timings with you and the venue.
- The bar opens at the agreed time.
- We clear our station when service ends.
Getting ready for the day
- Pick a flat, firm spot for us to park
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
Getting a price
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Give us the details of your event, and we’ll suggest a menu to suit.
Planning help
How we price taco bar hire
Each event is quoted on its own, based on a few main things:
- The length of service
- What’s on the menu
- Parking and the route in
- Staff for serving and the bar
When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we’ll set out what’s included.
Details that help
You don’t need every detail fixed to get a quote, but it helps to know:
- A picture of where we’d park
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- Expected numbers
- Where the event is
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. To send your details, send a quick message through our quote form.
Perfect for your event in Ovingdean
A taco bar feeds a crowd steadily, which suits a wedding breakfast or a lunch break.
Almost any gathering can work with a truck or trailer. In Ovingdean, you could book us for occasions like:
- Anniversary parties
- Working lunches
- Family celebrations
- Barn parties
Guests leaving a church like St Wulfran's Church could head to a nearby hall or garden where the taco bar is ready.
Before booking anyone
- Who provides plates and napkins
- How bad weather is handled
- When payment is due
- How dietary needs and allergies are handled
Diets, allergies and planning
With a little notice, most diets are easy. We suggest:
- Collect dietary needs with your replies
- Have tables and seats ready for guests to eat at
- Decide where the table goes before the day
- Put guests with serious allergies in touch with us early
We warm tortillas in batches and keep the fillings hot.
Tell us if you need plates and cutlery and we’ll set out the options in your quote.
FAQs for Ovingdean
How far is Ovingdean from central London?
It is about 47 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
Which station is closest to Ovingdean?
Guests can use Moulsecoomb station, about 3 miles north-west of Ovingdean.
What food and drinks do you offer?
Mexican street food: tacos, taco bars, burritos, bowls, nachos and quesadillas, plus salsas, guacamole and toppings. A drinks bar is available too, with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends. Ask about your date even if it is soon.
Do you need power and water?
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.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
Yes. We can set up a build-your-own taco bar, served from the truck or a serving table, with fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings. Read our taco bar guide.
Do you cater for coeliacs?
Yes, gluten-free options are available, using corn tortillas. Tell us about any coeliac guests before the event so we can talk through how their food is prepared. See are corn tortillas gluten-free?
Can you keep it mild?
The food can be kept mild, with hotter salsas on the side for anyone who wants more heat.
Organising for someone else?
Events in public spaces, like parks, normally need permission. We can send what the landowner or council needs from us.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the space and tell us about the drive and gates, and we’ll tell you honestly whether a truck or trailer will fit.
Before you choose a spot
Everything is served from our food truck or trailer, so the spot needs a little planning. These are the things we check:
- Shelter from rain and sun for an outdoor bar
- A clear area in front of the station
- The venue’s agreement for the taco bar and our vehicle
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Ovingdean
- Tortilla chips
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Salsas and guacamole
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Two to four fillings
- Vegan fillings
Why choose taco bar hire in Ovingdean?
Next to a hog roast or carvery, a taco bar handles vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests without separate plates. The cost per head can fall as numbers rise, because the set-up is similar for different sizes of event. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Why book Mobile Mexican Catering in Ovingdean
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Served fresh from our truck or trailer
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Allergen information for every dish
Take a look at how we price and our guide to catering costs.
- 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