Kent · England
Taco Bar Hire in Thurnham
From the moment the hatch opens to the end of service, build-your-own tacos, run by our staff at your event keeps your guests happy at your event in Thurnham.
- Wedding day food
- Engagement parties
- Retirement parties
Taco bar hire near Thurnham
How it compares
A taco bar and a truck serve the same food in different ways. At the hatch, we make each order; at the taco bar, guests do the building. Extras, such as more dishes, extra drinks or a longer service, are quoted on request, so you choose what goes in.
What you get with us
- Every guest catered for, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free included
- Book food, drinks or both
- A quote that sets out what’s included
- A truck or trailer that comes to you
Take a look at how we price or the cost guide.
How our taco bar hire works in Thurnham
A taco bar suits mixed diets well, because every filling and topping sits in its own dish. We plan vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free choices, and corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests, plus allergen information for every dish. For summer garden parties and christenings and family parties, we can serve warm corn and flour tortillas, fresh salsas and a build-your-own taco bar for your guests.
In a small place like Thurnham, a taco bar might go in a garden, a barn or a nearby hall. If lanes or soft ground stop the truck getting close, the station can be set up nearer your guests, though we still need to unload within a short walk. Access, space and power are agreed with you beforehand, so set-up goes smoothly.
Can I do a taco night myself?
Doing it yourself? Start with the quantities: our guide to how many tacos per person helps. Keep warmed tortillas covered, and label anything containing allergens.
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up in the kitchen. With a caterer, you get the food and drinks without the work.
Organising for someone else?
For big numbers, we plan service to keep queues short, so guests are looked after quickly. Let us know how long the break is.
Throwing a party at home? Send us a photo of the space and tell us about the drive and gates, and we will let you know if it is a good fit.
A closer look at the menu
Warm tortillas
Corn and flour tortillas, warmed through in batches so there’s always one ready. Corn tortillas suit gluten-free guests.
Guacamole
Guacamole goes quickly on a taco bar, so we keep it topped up.
Step by step
We arrive in good time before service, set up the truck or trailer and get everything ready. When service opens, guests come up to the hatch or serving table. Around midsummer it stays light in Thurnham until about 9:15pm; by late September sunset is nearer 7:00pm, so a summer taco bar outside normally runs in daylight. In December it is dark by about 3:50pm, so guests will need light to see the fillings and toppings.
- Start with the essentials: the date, venue, headcount and diets.
- We plan the fillings and toppings with you and quote for them.
- Together we fix the spot for the taco bar and a nearby place for our vehicle.
- Our staff set up the station, keep the fillings hot and top up the bar through service.
- After the last tacos, we clear the station away.
Before we arrive
- Plan a covered area for guests if rain is likely
- Ask the venue about power and water
- Have level hardstanding or firm ground ready
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your event, and we’ll suggest a menu. When you’re ready, drop us a line using the enquiry form.
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Thurnham: your questions answered
Is it possible to have you in White Horse Wood?
Only if the landowner, often the council, allows it. Ask them first, and we’ll help with the information they need from us.
Which station is closest to Thurnham?
Guests can use Bearsted station, about 1.1 miles south-west of Thurnham.
How big an event can you cater?
It depends on the menu and how long service runs, but our truck and trailer service generally suits around 50 to 400 guests. Tell us your numbers and we will advise.
Is the food suitable for children?
Of course. We can keep dishes mild, and simple options such as quesadillas or nachos can be part of the menu. Include children in your numbers.
How far ahead should we book?
The sooner the better. Popular dates go first, so it pays to ask early.
What about power on site?
It depends on the event and the set-up, so we confirm power and water arrangements with each booking. Let us know whether there is a supply near where we will park.
Can you cater for guests who avoid dairy?
We can. Dairy-free options are part of our menus.
Do you take everything away?
We pack down and tidy our own area after service. Ask us if you’d like help with anything else.
What we need at the venue
We’ll be honest if a space won’t work, and help find another spot. The main points are:
- A sheltered spot if we are serving outside
- Space for a serving table on level ground
- Space for a line of guests at the bar
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and the access, and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Thurnham
- Vegan fillings
- Tortilla chips
- Corn and flour tortillas
- Salsas and guacamole
- Two to four fillings
- Pickled onions and toppings
Thurnham: venues, access and set-up
Thurnham is about 3 miles north-east of Maidstone, in Kent. For taco bar hire in Thurnham, we can serve in gardens, fields, venues, car parks and courtyards with access in and around Thurnham. We serve in all 922 towns and villages in Kent, wherever the truck or trailer can get in.
Historic houses near Thurnham include Stoneacre (2.6 miles south) and Leeds Castle (3.4 miles south-east). 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. Parks such as White Horse Wood typically need the owner’s agreement for catering, even without a truck on the grass, so ask before you plan. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 3 miles of Thurnham, with barns and country venues that could host a taco bar. Where vehicles can’t reach the room, the station can be set up there with the venue’s agreement, but we still need to unload close by.
For taco bar hire in ME14, we plan around your venue and the route in. From Thurnham Lane, Aldington Lane and Pilgrims Way or a nearby road, we’ll plan where to park and serve. Close by, we cover events in Detling (1 mile north-west), Bearsted (1 mile south-west), Weavering (2 miles south-west), Grove Green (2 miles west) and Harbourland (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (3 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (7 miles north-east), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Tonbridge (15 miles south-west), Faversham (13 miles east) and Northfleet (14 miles north-west).
A little further out are Allington Castle (3.3 miles west) and KIMS hospital (1.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill.
- Nearby, you will find Black Horse Public House (under half a mile north-east)
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More for events in Thurnham
Diets, allergies and planning
Most events have a mix of diets. To plan for them:
- Set out seating near the bar
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
- Collect dietary needs with your replies
- Check where our vehicle can unload
Fillings are kept hot and tortillas warmed in batches, so the bar stays fresh from the first plate to the last.
Add burrito bowls for guests who’d rather skip tortillas.
What taco bar hire costs
Your quote will be clear. What affects it most:
- Plates, napkins and cutlery
- Whether you add a drinks bar or food
- How many guests we are serving
- The menu you choose
Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: service time, staff, plates and napkins, travel and VAT. Contact us for a quote and we’ll set out what’s included.
What to tell us
To speed things up, tell us:
- The date and time of the event
- A picture of where we’d park
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and allergy numbers
- Approximate guest numbers, including children
We quote for each event separately, based on what you need. For a quote, send a quick message through our quote form.
- 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