Frequently Asked
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Taco Mell's Catering offers full-service and self-service taco bar catering starting at $13.99 per guest for the 2-Meat Package (Chicken & Steak) and $15.99 per guest for the 3-Meat Package (Chicken, Steak & Shrimp). A $150 deposit secures your event date. The remaining balance is due after your event.

Every taco bar package includes rice, beans, taco shells, red sauce, green sauce, sour cream, cheese, onions, cilantro, limes, plates, napkins, utensils, and a complete taco bar setup. Choose from chicken, steak, shrimp, and jackfruit tacos. Add-ons like guacamole, extra chips, and Kool-Aid gallons are also available.

Full-service and self-service catering require a minimum of 50 guests. The TMC Lunchbox option is available for groups of 20 or more, perfect for office lunches, business meetings, and smaller gatherings.

Full-service catering means our team stays on-site during your event for up to 3 hours, serving guests and managing the taco bar. We typically use a propane-powered cooking grill for outdoor events and an electric griddle for indoor setups. Self-service catering means we deliver, set up the complete taco bar, and leave — your guests serve themselves. We return at the scheduled time to pick up equipment.

Yes! Taco Mell's Catering specializes in corporate events, office lunches, business meetings, and training sessions. We've catered for BET events, the YG Taco Loco Tour, and major productions across Los Angeles. The TMC Lunchbox is our most popular option for office catering.

Click 'Book Catering' to select your catering experience, choose your guest count and package, review your order summary, pick your date and time, and secure your event with a $150 deposit. You can also get a free quote first to see estimated pricing before committing.

The TMC Lunchbox is our customizable à la carte catering option, perfect for groups of 20-50. Choose from burritos, taco plates, quesadillas, and burrito bowls with your choice of chicken, steak, shrimp, jackfruit, or mixed proteins. Each meal is individually packaged and labeled. Delivery and pickup options are available.

Yes! We offer jackfruit tacos as a vegetarian option. Jackfruit can be added to any full-service or self-service package at $10 per portion (minimum 10 portions). Our TMC Lunchbox also includes a jackfruit (veggie) option for burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and bowls.

Taco Mell's Catering is based at 4326 Crenshaw Blvd in Los Angeles and serves the greater LA area. Full-service and self-service catering are available throughout Los Angeles. TMC Lunchbox delivery is available within 20 miles of our location.

We recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance for larger events (50+ guests). For smaller TMC Lunchbox orders, 3-5 days notice is typically sufficient. A $150 deposit is required to secure your event date.

Absolutely! You can choose your service style (full-service, self-service, or lunchbox), select your package (2-meat or 3-meat), add jackfruit tacos, and select from add-ons like guacamole, sour cream, extra chips, Kool-Aid, and 8-count burritos or quesadillas.

After your $150 deposit is processed, you'll receive a confirmation email and text message. Taco Mell will contact you if any additional information is needed. Your remaining balance is due after your event, and we'll send you a payment link for the remaining amount.