East Sussex · England
Taco Bar Hire for Rye events
We bring a build-your-own taco bar with warm tortillas, fillings, salsas and toppings to Rye and nearby, catering for vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free guests.
- Barn parties
- Christenings and family parties
- Leaving and retirement parties
Taco bar hire in Rye
Where the truck can go in Rye
The route in matters as much as the spot itself. We need:
- A sheltered spot if we’re serving outside
- The venue’s or landowner’s agreement
- A flat spot for the taco-bar station
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
What we offer
- Tortilla chips
- Salsas and guacamole
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Vegan fillings
- Two to four fillings
- Pickled onions and toppings
Taco bar hire in Rye, served fresh
The bar can stand beside our food truck or trailer, or on its own. If the truck cannot get to the spot, we park close by, unload and carry the bar in, as long as the venue agrees. Popular choices include guacamole, fresh salsas and slow-cooked fillings kept hot, and it’s a good fit for family celebrations and team lunches.
In a smaller place like Rye, 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. We turn up ready to serve, and tidy our own area afterwards.
- Area
- Rye (TN31)
- Area hub
- East Sussex
- Special diets
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free
- Guest numbers
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Add-ons
- Drinks bar, nachos to share
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
How we price taco bar hire
Contact us for a quote, which reflects:
- Adding food to drinks, or drinks to food
- Parking and the route in
- The number of people
- Your choice of food and drinks
The price depends on guest numbers, the menu and how long you’d like us to serve, along with extras and where your event is. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- Diets and allergies you know about
- Expected numbers
- What you’d like on the menu
- Access for the truck or trailer, including gates and ground
Every event is quoted individually, so the price fits what you actually want. To ask for one, send us your details through our quote form.
More for events in Rye
Occasions we cater for in Rye
You are not limited to places a truck can park, such as a courtyard, a barn or a hall, with the venue’s agreement.
We cater all kinds of occasions in Rye and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Back-garden gatherings
- Birthday parties
- Wedding day food
- Family get-togethers
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Church of St Mary, a hall close by could host a staffed taco bar, with the venue’s permission.
Questions to ask before you book
- Payment terms and deposit
- What happens if it rains
- Staff numbers and hours
- How each diet is kept separate
Step by step
Expect a friendly, organised team. We agree arrival and serving times in advance, get the serving area ready, and serve without fuss. Planning an evening taco bar in Rye? Sunset is around 8:45pm in late May, 9:15pm at midsummer and 7:00pm in late September. After dusk, lights over the station help guests build their tacos.
- Share a few details about the event.
- You get a suggested taco-bar menu and a quote.
- We check power, water and access with your venue.
- We arrive, unload and lay out warm tortillas, fillings and toppings.
- Afterwards, we pack down and leave the area tidy.
Preparing for the day
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
- Check the venue is happy to have a truck or trailer on site
- Check gates and access routes are wide and high enough
Ask for a quote
Send us the date, your venue or TN31 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and you’ll get menu ideas and a price. Just use our quote form.
Planning help
Why choose taco bar hire in Rye?
A standard buffet often sits out cold. Our fillings stay hot and the bowls are topped up as guests come back. Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you choose what goes in.
Why us?
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- We cover Rye and the whole of East Sussex
- Service planned around your numbers
Take a look at our prices page or what Mexican catering costs.
Dietary needs and planning tips
Allergies and diets are taken seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Plan the taco bar around speeches and timings
- Confirm any allergies to us by email
- Confirm a loading spot close to the bar
- Ask guests with severe allergies to contact us before the day
We get there early enough to unload, lay out the table and heat everything through.
Our drinks bar can sit alongside the taco bar with margaritas, Mexican beer and aguas frescas, with licensing checked with you.
What’s on the menu
Salsas
Salsa lets everyone pick their own heat.
Vegan fillings
Black bean and sweet potato, or spiced mushrooms.
DIY taco night or a caterer?
DIY catering keeps costs down, but the host spends the party serving. Booking a caterer means you can relax with everyone else.
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.
Questions from Rye
Can you serve near the sea around Rye?
Yes, with permission for the spot and firm ground for the truck or trailer. Seafront and beach spots normally need permission, and wind is the main thing to plan for.
How far is Rye from central London?
It is about 52 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
How is the food prepared?
Fillings are slow-cooked in advance, then finished and kept hot on site. The tortillas are warmed on site, and the salsas and guacamole are made fresh.
Can guests build tacos at a wedding breakfast?
It can serve the wedding meal, the evening or both. We agree the timings with your venue.
Do you bring plates and cutlery?
Ask us when you enquire. Let us know what you already have, and we’ll confirm what’s included with your quote.
Do you have options for kids?
Yes, children are welcome. Let us know numbers and ages, and we’ll suggest mild options.
How far ahead should we book?
As soon as you have a date. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
Is a taco bar suitable for a big group?
Truck and trailer service normally suits around 50 to 400 guests, and smaller parties are quoted case by case. Share your headcount and we will size the bar to suit.
Planning a taco bar in Rye
Rye is about 9 miles north-east of Hastings, in East Sussex. Anywhere in TN31, we can serve your guests, as long as there’s access. We cover 289 places across East Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. We cater right across the region, from Rye to Maidstone (about 24 miles away).
Historic houses near Rye include Lamb House (less than half a mile south-east). Historic venues often limit where vehicles can go, so ask whether a taco bar station could be set up inside while our truck or trailer parks further off. Guests arriving without a car will want to know that Rye has its own station, Rye station. Coastal events near Rye, within about a mile of the sea, bring wind into the planning. Tell us where the taco bar would go and where we can park to unload.
Wherever your event is in TN31, we can bring taco bar hire to you. Whether your event is on Market Road, High Street and Market Street or a nearby road, we will plan where to park and serve. Main roads around Rye include the A259 and A268, so getting the truck or trailer to your event is simple. We also serve at events in Playden (1 mile north), East Guldeford (1 mile north-east), Rye Harbour (1 mile south-east), Houghton Green (1 mile north) and Rye Foreign (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cater in Hastings (9 miles south-west), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-west), St Leonards (10 miles south-west), Hastings Old Town (9 miles south-west), Belmont (9 miles south-west) and Hollington (10 miles south-west).
Well-known places in the area include Ypres Tower (within half a mile east) and Rye Castle Museum (East Street) (less than half a mile east). The countryside around Rye includes Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Rye College (less than half a mile north)
- Pubs nearby include The Old Bell Inn (less than half a mile south-west)
- 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