Kent · England
Taco bar caterers in Tankerton
A menu that works for every guest: options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests, with allergen information for everything we serve. A build-your-own taco bar with warm tortillas, fillings, salsas and toppings for events in Tankerton.
- Leaving dos
- Milestone birthdays
- Garden parties
Planning an event in Tankerton?
Taco bar hire for your event in Tankerton
A taco bar suits mixed diets well, as fillings and toppings are kept in separate dishes. There are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan choices, with corn tortillas for gluten-free guests, plus allergen information for every dish. At garden parties and wedding day food, we will put together a menu of pickled onions and toppings, a build-your-own taco bar and warm corn and flour tortillas and more.
For a place the size of Tankerton, a garden or a hall nearby can suit a taco bar. We set up and run the station, and guests choose their own fillings and toppings. Let us know about the drive and parking. Guests are served from our truck or trailer, or from a serving table nearby, and we plan the service around your numbers.
Events we cater in Tankerton
The bar can go where a vehicle cannot, like a barn, courtyard or hall, if the venue agrees.
In Tankerton and nearby, we can cater all sorts of events. Popular bookings include:
- Engagement parties
- Staff parties
- Family celebrations
- Barn parties
If you are celebrating after a service at a church like Church of All Saints, a hall close by could host a staffed taco bar, with the venue’s permission.
What to look for in a quote
- VAT, if it applies
- What the caterer needs from your venue
- Staff numbers and hours
- The caterer’s food hygiene rating
A build-your-own taco bar in Tankerton
Tankerton is about 1 mile north-east of Whitstable, in Kent. We serve at events in gardens, halls and venues around Tankerton and the surrounding area. We serve in 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 6 miles away.
By rail: Whitstable station is about 0.7 miles away. Tankerton is within about a mile of the sea, so for a seaside taco bar we plan around the wind. A sheltered spot for the station helps, and seafront sites typically need permission.
We serve at events all over CT5. Local streets include Gann Road, Clare Road and Athol Road; for an event at home on any of them, tell us where the truck or trailer can park. We also serve at events in Swalecliffe (1 mile east), Chestfield (1 mile south-east), Whitstable (1 mile south-west), Radfall (2 miles south-east) and West End (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (6 miles south), Margate (15 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles west), Faversham (8 miles south-west), Herne Bay (4 miles east) and Minster (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Whitstable and Tankerton Hospital (within half a mile south-east) and Tankerton Castle (0.5 miles west). The countryside around Tankerton includes West Blean and Thornden Woods.
- Local schools include The Whitstable School (1 mile south-west)
- Local pubs include Monument Public House (0.6 miles south-west)
Nearby places to Tankerton
Also in Tankerton
FAQs for Tankerton
Can you cater a reception after a service at Church of All Saints?
Yes. The church itself isn’t 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’ll check the access.
Could you come to a seaside event near Tankerton?
We can, given firm ground and the landowner’s permission. Beaches and promenades typically need the council’s agreement, so check that first.
Is a taco bar right for a wedding?
A taco bar makes a relaxed, sociable wedding meal. Service is timed around speeches and photos. There’s more in our taco bar guide.
Do you provide drinks?
Yes, we offer a Mexican drinks bar, with margaritas, Mexican beer, aguas frescas and soft drinks. Your venue or event may need the right licence for alcohol, so we will talk licensing through with you.
When do you arrive?
It depends on your event. Timings are agreed in advance so everything fits your schedule.
How much does taco bar hire cost?
There’s no price list, because no two events are the same. Share your plans and you’ll get a quote. Our guide to Mexican catering costs may help.
Do you provide allergen information for each dish?
Yes, and it helps to hear about allergies when you book. Under UK rules, caterers must give information on 14 allergens, and we give it for every dish (Food Standards Agency guidance). For severe allergies, please talk to us first.
Can we have a build-your-own taco bar?
Yes. A build-your-own taco bar can be served from the truck or a serving station, with fillings, salsas, guacamole and toppings. Read our taco bar guide.
What taco bar hire costs
We quote for your event, which reflects:
- Serving staff
- What the venue already provides
- The menu you choose
- Timings and hours
Pricing depends on the event. A simple party menu and a full wedding day are very different jobs. Your quote sets it all out.
Getting an accurate quote
To speed things up, tell us:
- A picture of where we’d park
- Roughly how many adults and children
- Gate widths, slopes and the ground
- Any dietary needs and allergies
It’s easy to get a price: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote.
Before you choose a spot
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- Somewhere close by for our vehicle to park and unload
- Space for a serving table on level ground
- A sheltered spot if we’re serving outside
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise before booking.
Menu ideas
- Tortilla chips
- Two to four fillings
- Pickled onions and toppings
- Salsas and guacamole
- Vegan fillings
- Corn and flour tortillas
Popular choices
Salsas
Salsa lets everyone pick their own heat.
Vegan fillings
Vegan guests get a proper filling of their own.
Catering for every guest
We cater for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan guests. To get it right:
- Let us know about anyone who is coeliac
- Choose at least one vegan filling
- Ensure guests have somewhere to sit
- Collect dietary needs with your replies
If speeches or timings run over, we keep the fillings hot and start when you are ready.
Nachos to share can keep guests going before the bar opens.
Should I do it myself?
For a small group, a taco night at home can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and handles allergen information for you.
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.
How it compares
If you want food that feels sociable but still well run, a taco bar is a strong choice for your event. Your choice of food and drinks affects the price, so tell us what you have in mind. We’ll suggest options to suit your budget.
Why us?
- Menus for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free guests
- A menu built around your guests
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- Served fresh from our food truck or trailer
Take a look at how we price and the cost guide.
How it works
Guests tend to gather around the truck, so we plan a spot with space for people to queue. Rain doesn’t generally stop us serving, though guests will want somewhere covered to stand or sit. Evenings in Tankerton stay light until about 9:15pm in June, but by late September sunset is around 7:00pm. After dusk, lights over the station help guests build their tacos.
- Begin with the date and headcount.
- We plan fillings and toppings around your guests’ diets.
- Nearer the date, we confirm timings and the serving spot.
- The bar opens at the agreed time.
- Once service is over, we pack away.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange somewhere covered for guests to eat
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Tell us when you want service to start
Ask for a quote
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, location, guest numbers and diets. Contact us for a quote: just drop us a line using the enquiry 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