Portsmouth · England
Tapas & canapé catering in Fratton, Portsmouth
Treat your guests to live paella at your event in Fratton. We cook from scratch on site, then served hot from the pan.
- Engagement parties
- Cocktail parties
- Sharing tapas starters
Tapas catering in Fratton
Common questions in Fratton
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Mary's Church?
Yes, at a nearby garden, marquee or hall where we can cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is typically elsewhere. Send us the reception address.
Is Fratton close to London?
Roughly 64 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you clear up afterwards?
Our cooking area is packed away and left clean. Ask us about table clearing if you need it.
Do you provide serving staff?
We can provide staff. Canapés need staff to carry them round.
Do you cook it at the event?
It is. We bring the pans, burners and fresh ingredients and cook it there and then, then serve straight from the pan.
Can you cook in the rain?
Rain doesn’t stop us, as long as there’s a ventilated cover. We will make a plan B with you.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, if you need them. Tell us what your venue provides and we will include the rest in the quote.
What about pudding?
We do. Churros, crema catalana and tarta de Santiago are popular choices.
How our tapas catering works in Fratton
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. For receptions and drinks parties and table tapas as a starter, we will put together a menu of tortilla española, Serrano ham and croquetas and more.
Around Fratton, tapas suit garden parties and village-hall celebrations. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests, with each paella cooked in its own pan.
- Where
- Fratton (PO1, PO4, PO3)
- Area hub
- Portsmouth
- Special diets
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Price
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Fratton: venues and local tips
Fratton is about 1 mile south-east of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. Give us the address of your event in Fratton, and we will plan access and set-up before the day. Fratton is one of 19 towns and villages in Portsmouth we cover. Our nearest city page is Southampton, about 16 miles away.
Parks such as Alexandra Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there. Guests travelling by rail: Fratton station is in Fratton itself. The coast is within about 2 miles, so garlic prawns are popular.
Tapas catering in PO1, PO4 and PO3 is planned around your venue and your guests. From Renny Road, Clive Road and Union Road or a nearby road, we can cook there. You’ll find Fratton on the A288, so it’s easy for us to reach with the van and pans. Close by, we cover events in Kingston (1 mile north-east), Portsmouth (1 mile north-west), Landport (1 mile west), Baffins (1 mile north-east) and Copnor (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Wymering (3 miles north), Paulsgrove (3 miles north), Cosham (3 miles north), Drayton (3 miles north) and Farlington (4 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include The Bridge Shopping Centre (under half a mile south-west) and St Mary's Hospital (under half a mile east). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
- Local schools include The Portsmouth Academy (within half a mile north-west) and St Edmund's Catholic School (0.6 miles west)
- Local pubs include The Electric Arms (under half a mile west)
- Local facilities include Southsea (1.5 miles south-west)
Dishes our guests love
Gambas al ajillo
Popular with prawn fans.
Patatas bravas
Fried potatoes with spicy sauce, frequently with alioli.
Diets, allergies and planning
We take diets and allergies seriously. Here’s how you can help:
- Plan more dishes if tapas are the meal
- Collect dietary needs
- Tell us what role tapas play
- Add sangria or cava
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Crockery and serving dishes.
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. Large pans need the right burners, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Read how to cook paella for a crowd.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Consider your numbers, your guests’ diets and your own time. Ask us for a quote and compare.
Prices and what affects them
Your quote will be clear and itemised. The main things that affect it are:
- How long we’re needed on site
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Crockery and cutlery, or disposables
- How many staff you need
Cost depends on guest numbers, the menu and the courses, along with staff, extras and travel. We quote for each event individually.
What to tell us
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- What the venue already provides
- The date and rough timings
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you are ready, send us your details through our quote form.
Occasions we cook for in Fratton
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Tapas with a paella main course
- Engagement parties
- Anniversary parties
- Receptions and drinks parties
If you’re looking at a historic venue around Fratton, check its catering rules early, as many limit cooking.
Questions to ask before you book
- A clear list of what’s included
- The venue requirements
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- How many staff are coming, and for how long
More for events in Fratton
Why choose live paella in Fratton?
Plated starters need a kitchen. Table tapas are shared and relaxed. When you compare quotes, check what each one includes: staff, crockery, bread and salads, travel and VAT. Our quotes spell it all out.
Why us?
- Sangria, plus bar staff for your own drinks
- Hot food served quickly from the pan
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
Take a look at Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, organised team. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up the pans and burners, and get on with cooking and serving. Evening receptions in Fratton stay light until about 8:55pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- You get a selection and a price.
- We set up and finish the hot dishes.
- Canapés go round or tapas go to the tables.
- We clear our equipment afterwards.
Before we arrive
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
- Arrange a covered spot for wet weather
- Keep the cooking spot clear of fences, hedges and branches
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We’ll come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
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Space, weather and the venue
We will be honest if a space will not work. What matters most:
- Space on each table
- Unloading access
- Room for a tapas table
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise before you book.
On the menu in Fratton
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Manchego & membrillo
- Albóndigas
- Tortilla española
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Gambas al ajillo
- Croquetas
- Padrón peppers
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff