Reading · England
Taco bar hire in Sonning Common, Reading
Build-your-own tacos, run by our staff at your event in Sonning Common, served fresh from our food truck or trailer, wherever your event is.
- Wedding meals
- Working lunches
- Family get-togethers
Planning an event in Sonning Common?
Taco bar hire in Sonning Common: local tips
Sonning Common is about 3 miles north of Caversham, in Reading. Events in Sonning Common are planned around your venue and timings: a clear quote, agreed timings and fresh service on the day. Sonning Common is one of 34 towns and villages in Reading where we can bring taco bar hire.
If you’re celebrating after a service at a church like The Church of Christ the King, a hall close by could host a staffed taco bar, with the venue’s permission. Around Sonning Common, historic houses include Greys Court (2.2 miles north-east) and Mapledurham House (3.2 miles south-west). Historic venues often limit where vehicles can go, so ask whether a taco bar station could be set up inside while our food truck or trailer parks further off.
We cater events across RG4 and RG9 and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Wood Lane, Green Lane and Woodbury Close, and an event on any of them can work if the truck or trailer can park nearby. Neighbouring places where we cater events include Peppard Hill (1 mile north-west), Rotherfield Peppard (1 mile north), Kidmore End (1 mile south-west), Kingwood Common (1 mile north-west) and Shepherd's Green (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Caversham (3 miles south), Norcot (4 miles south-west), West Reading (4 miles south), Tilehurst Within (5 miles south-west), Shinfield (8 miles south) and Arborfield Garrison (10 miles south). Being one of Reading’s larger places, Sonning Common has plenty of venues and spaces for events, though town-centre access for a truck or trailer needs planning.
A little further out are Frazer Nash Archives (3.8 miles east) and Battle Hospital (4.1 miles south). Not far away are Sonning Hill and Warburg Nature Reserve.
- Nearby schools include Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge (0.5 miles south-west) and The Warwick School (0.5 miles south-west)
- Nearby, you will find Hare & Hounds pub (under half a mile north)
Taco bar hire in Sonning Common, from our truck or trailer
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, with the venue’s agreement. It works well for back-garden gatherings and evening wedding receptions, serving burrito bowls, warm corn and flour tortillas and a build-your-own taco bar.
In a smaller place like Sonning Common, a taco bar in your garden or a local hall keeps things simple. We set up and run the station, and guests choose their own fillings and toppings. Tell us where we can park and unload. Everything is prepared fresh for your event and served from our food truck or trailer, so guests get it at its best.
Planners, venues and businesses
For repeat events, such as annual staff parties or seasonal fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can check the date.
Many venues have rules for outside caterers: where vehicles can park, access times and the paperwork they need. Tell us what your venue needs and we will work to it.
DIY taco night versus a caterer
Running your own drinks table is one option, but someone still has to mix, pour and keep an eye on it all evening. Our margarita bar guide has tips.
Some hosts like to do it themselves. Common snags are cold tortillas, uneven quantities and the host missing the party. If you’d rather enjoy the party, let us serve.
Planning the serving area
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. Generally, we look for:
- Shelter from rain and sun for an outdoor bar
- Space for a serving table on level ground
- Power and water, which we confirm when you book
Not sure about your space? Send us a photo and we will tell you honestly.
On the menu in Sonning Common
- Tortilla chips
- Vegan fillings
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Two to four fillings
- Salsas and guacamole
- Corn and flour tortillas
What affects the price in Sonning Common
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- The number of people
- What’s on the menu
- Food, drinks or both
- How many staff you need
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: serving hours, staff, disposables, travel and VAT. Our quote sets out what’s included.
What we need to know
Good planning starts with a few facts. Please include:
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- A photo of the space, if it is a garden or field
- Diets and allergies you know about
- What you’d like on the menu
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: venue, timings, menu ideas and access. To send your details, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
Occasions we cater for in Sonning Common
A taco bar feeds a crowd steadily, which suits a wedding breakfast or a lunch break.
A truck or trailer suits almost any gathering. In Sonning Common, you could book us for occasions like:
- Wedding meals
- Summer garden parties
- Milestone birthdays
- Team lunches
For guests coming by train, the nearest station is Henley-On-Thames station, about 3.7 miles east.
Questions to ask before booking
- Staff numbers and hours
- How late numbers can change
- Payment terms and deposit
- The wet-weather plan
FAQs for Sonning Common
Which station should guests use for Sonning Common?
Guests can use Henley-On-Thames station, about 3.7 miles east of Sonning Common.
Is Sonning Common close to London?
It’s about 38 miles from central London, and inside the area we cover.
How do you handle dietary needs at the taco bar?
We plan vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free choices, with corn tortillas for gluten-free guests. Allergen information is available for every dish.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our area is packed away and left tidy. Tell us the venue’s rules on waste and clearing up and we’ll confirm the arrangements with your quote.
What do you need at the venue?
Send us details of the venue and where you’d like the bar, and we’ll confirm what’s needed. The venue’s agreement is needed too.
How much is a taco bar?
We don’t publish set prices, as each booking is different. Send us your details and we will quote for your event. See what Mexican catering costs for background.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, we run a Mexican drinks bar, with margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and soft drinks. Alcohol at an event may need a licence, such as a premises licence or a Temporary Event Notice, so we’ll talk licensing through with you.
Do you give allergen information?
Our menus are planned with allergies in mind, nut allergies included, with allergen information for every dish. We keep options separate, but we can’t promise anything is completely allergen-free. Guests with severe allergies should talk to us before the event.
Taco bar hire or something else?
A taco bar and a truck serve the same food in different ways. At the hatch, we make each order; at the bar, guests build their own. If you have a budget in mind, tell us, and we’ll suggest a menu that fits. Even a simple menu can feel generous.
Why book with us
- Served fresh from our truck or trailer
- Food and drinks from one caterer, if you want both
- Allergen-aware menus
- Quick, friendly service from the hatch
Take a look at our prices page or our guide to catering costs.
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A closer look at the menu
Guacamole
Freshly made guacamole with lime.
Hot fillings
A few fillings give guests plenty of choice, including a vegan one. We agree them with you.
Step by step
Guests tend to gather around the truck, so we plan a spot with space for people to queue. We can serve in the rain, though guests will want somewhere covered to stand or sit. Daylight in Sonning Common runs to about 8:55pm in late May and 7:10pm in late September. If the taco bar is outdoors and runs later, tell us what lighting the venue has.
- 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.
- When everyone has eaten, we pack up.
Preparing for the day
- Name one person we can ask on the day
- Tell us about narrow gates or low branches
- Find out what power and water are available
Ask for a quote
We need only a few details to quote: date, location, guest numbers and diets. To send them, send us your details through our quote form.
Related guides
- 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