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Taco bar hire in Shirley, Southampton
Bring our Mexican catering truck or trailer to your event in Shirley. Everything is served fresh from the hatch.
- Family get-togethers
- Leaving dos
- Marquee parties
Taco bar hire for Shirley events
Planning the serving area
Every venue is different, so we ask about the space when you contact us. Generally, we look for:
- Details of power and water near the bar
- Cover overhead if the bar is outdoors
- A clear route from the vehicle to the serving spot
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and the way in, and we will say what we think before you book.
What we offer
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Vegan fillings
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Tortilla chips
- Two to four fillings
- Salsas and guacamole
Taco bar hire in Shirley, served fresh
Taco bars suit wedding breakfasts, parties and office lunches alike. Building your own is quick, which keeps the line moving, and nobody waits long. On the menu are fresh salsas, slow-cooked fillings kept hot and guacamole, and it suits anniversary parties and marquee parties.
Near Shirley, a hall or club may suit a taco bar if your own space is tight; we need the venue’s permission, a level spot and somewhere to unload. You’ll know what’s included before you book: menu, timings and any add-ons.
- Where
- Shirley (SO15, SO16, SO17)
- County
- Southampton
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free
- Guests
- Around 50 to 400 is usual; ask about yours
- Extras
- Nachos, guacamole and a drinks bar
- Price
- Quoted for your event
- Last updated
- 28 October 2026
Taco bar hire or something else?
If you want food that feels sociable but still well run, a taco bar is a strong choice for your event. A food truck can be a practical alternative to plated catering, as there is no kitchen to hire. Ask us for a quote.
What we offer in Shirley
- A truck or trailer that comes to you
- Options for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests
- Allergen information for everything we serve
- Service planned around your numbers
See our pricing and our guide to catering costs.
Planning a taco bar in Shirley
Shirley is about 2 miles west of Southampton, in Southampton. Whether your event is in the middle of Shirley or on the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh service from our food truck or trailer, every diet planned for and a clear quote. We cater in 40 places across Southampton, from the larger towns to small villages.
Historic houses near Shirley include Southampton Tudor House and Garden (1.9 miles south-east) and Medieval Merchant's House (2 miles south-east). Estates and listed houses set their own rules for caterers, so check where a taco bar station and our vehicle would be permitted before booking. The A3057 run on or near Shirley, which makes the journey with the taco bar an easy one. The New Forest National Park is within about 8 miles of Shirley, with barns and country venues that could host a taco bar. Where vehicles cannot reach the room, the station can be set up there with the venue’s agreement, but we still need to unload close by. Coastal events near Shirley, within about 3 miles of the sea, bring wind into the planning. Tell us where the taco bar would go and where we can park to unload.
Anywhere in SO15, SO16 and SO17, we can bring the truck or trailer to your guests, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From May Road, Dyer Road and York Road or anywhere nearby, we will plan where to park and serve. Shirley is on the A3057, which makes it straightforward to bring the truck or trailer. Close by, we cover events in Regents Park (1 mile west), Freemantle (1 mile south), Millbrook (1 mile south-west), Coxford (1 mile north-west) and Maybush (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cater in Townhill Park (3 miles east), Midanbury (3 miles east), Thornhill (4 miles east), Chartwell Green (4 miles east), Harefield (4 miles east) and Itchen (3 miles south-east). Being one of Southampton’s larger places, Shirley has plenty of venues and spaces for events.
A little further out are Netley Castle (4.4 miles south-east) and Foresters Museum & Archive (1 mile south-east). The countryside around Shirley includes Testwood Lakes.
- Local schools include Regents Park Community College (less than half a mile west) and Millbrook Community School (1.3 miles north-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Crown Public House (less than half a mile north-west)
Events we cater in Shirley
Guests choose exactly what goes on their plate.
We cater all kinds of occasions in Shirley and nearby. Some of the most common are:
- Birthday parties
- Marquee parties
- Garden parties
- Working lunches
Parks such as St James' Park usually need the owner’s agreement for catering, even without a truck on the grass, so ask before you plan.
Comparing caterers
- When payment is due
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- How late numbers can change
- How each diet is kept separate
The process
Here’s how the day typically runs: we park up and get ready, service opens at the agreed time, and we serve your guests fresh until service ends. A December taco bar in Shirley will be in the dark from about 4:00pm, so an indoor spot or a well-lit station works best. At midsummer, by contrast, daylight lasts until about 9:25pm.
- Tell us about your event and your guests.
- You get a suggested taco-bar menu and a quote.
- We check power, water and access with your venue.
- We set up the station and keep everything hot.
- At the end, we take everything away.
Preparing for the day
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Choose a level, firm spot for the truck or trailer
Ask for a quote
Each quote is tailored to your event. Tell us your date and guest numbers, and we will check availability at the same time.
Planning help
What affects the price in Shirley
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Guest numbers
- Timings and hours
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- Serving staff
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the length of service, along with extras and where your event is. We quote for each event individually.
Details that help
For a quote, it helps to have:
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- The date and time of the event
- The venue or postcode
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
Send us the date, your venue or SO15 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. Just send a quick message through our quote form.
Places near Shirley
What else we do in Shirley
Planning for every diet
Mixed diets are straightforward to plan for, because guests can choose what suits them. A few tips:
- Let us know about anyone who is coeliac
- Choose at least one vegan filling
- Ask the venue where we can park to unload
- Have tables and seats ready for guests to eat at
Indoors or under cover, the bar carries on whatever the weather.
Extra salsas, from mild to hot, let guests choose their own heat.
Shirley questions
What’s the nearest station to Shirley for guests?
Guests can use Millbrook (Hants) station, about 0.7 miles south of Shirley.
Could you serve in St James' Park?
Only if the landowner, often the council, allows it. Check with them, and we’ll provide what they ask for from us.
How does taco bar hire work?
We set out warm tortillas, hot fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings on a serving table, and guests build their own tacos. We stay to keep everything hot and stocked.
How spicy is the food?
It is up to you: we can keep the main dishes mild, with hotter salsas served separately.
Is the taco bar staffed?
We set up and stay to keep the bar hot and stocked.
How big an event can you cater?
It depends on the menu and how long service runs, but around 50 to 400 guests is the usual range. For anything outside that, ask us.
How much is a taco bar?
We do not publish set prices, as each booking is different. Share your plans and you will get a quote. See what Mexican catering costs for background.
Do you cater for vegetarian guests?
Yes, and we plan them in from the start. Tell us your numbers when you ask for a quote.
The menu, item by item
Vegan fillings
Spiced mushroom, or black bean and sweet potato, cooked separately.
Warm tortillas
Corn and flour tortillas, warmed through in batches so there’s always one ready. The corn ones suit gluten-free guests.
For event organisers in Shirley
If you are organising for someone else, whether you’re a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: vehicle access, arrival times and documents. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
- 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