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Tapas Catering for Kings Cross events
Love Paella cooks Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella in Kings Cross and nearby, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Engagement drinks
- Welcome-drink canapés
- Birthday drinks
Tapas catering near Kings Cross
Tapas catering in Kings Cross, cooked live
We will recommend a tapas selection for your event, starter or main event. We’re often asked to cater sharing boards for evening guests and tapas with a paella main course, serving albóndigas, croquetas and gambas al ajillo.
In Kings Cross, tapas suit drinks receptions, evening parties and work events, indoors or out. Let us know about parking and loading. All the cooking equipment comes with us, and we clear our cooking area away afterwards.
- Location
- Kings Cross (NW1W, NW1, N1)
- Area hub
- Greater London
- Diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Add-ons
- Tapas, desserts, sangria, staff
- Quote
- Ask us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Kings Cross
What about parking in Kings Cross?
London parking needs planning: let us know about permits or off-street space. We’ll work around it.
What’s the nearest station to Kings Cross for guests?
Kings Cross has its own station: London Kings Cross station.
Do you provide drinks?
Sangria, yes. For other drinks, we can provide bar staff to serve what you buy.
Do you cook inside?
Only in a suitable, well-ventilated area with the venue’s permission. Courtyards, doorways and terraces frequently work.
Do you offer halal options?
Yes, on request. Let us know your halal numbers, and we’ll cook a separate pan.
Do you serve drinks with tapas?
Yes. Sangria can be added, and bar staff if you’re providing the drinks.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it is the classic pairing. Tapas first, paella to follow.
Where we can cook in Kings Cross
We’ll be honest if a space will not work, and suggest an alternative. What matters most:
- Room on tables for sharing dishes
- Access to unload near the serving area
- Space to finish hot dishes
Kings Cross is in London, within the Ultra Low Emission Zone, and parking can be tight: tell us about parking bays, permits or a driveway.
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before booking.
Popular choices
- Chorizo in red wine
- Serrano ham
- Olives & bread
- Patatas bravas
- Padrón peppers
- Tortilla española
- Croquetas
- Albóndigas
- Gambas al ajillo
- Manchego & membrillo
Also near Kings Cross
Other catering in Kings Cross
What’s in the pans
Patatas bravas
Always popular.
Tortilla española
Tortilla is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
Organising for someone else?
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we’ll let you know if live paella is a good fit.
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you are a planner, an office manager or an event organiser, we will work directly with you and the venue. It saves passing messages back and forth.
Why choose tapas catering in Kings Cross?
They’re ideal when a full meal does not fit.
We’re booked for all kinds of occasions in Kings Cross and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Drinks reception canapés
- Birthday drinks
- Office parties and launches
- Tapas starters
A picnic in Lewis Cubitt Park? Check the park’s rules first; a garden or hired venue is often easier for catering.
What to look for in a quote
- Payment terms and deposit
- Exactly what’s included in the price
- Any travel, parking or access charges
- If the price includes VAT
Receptions and parties in Kings Cross
Kings Cross is about 1 mile north-west of St Pancras, in Greater London. We cater events at homes, gardens and venues in Kings Cross and nearby villages. We cover 764 places in Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Canapé tapas suit the drinks after a ceremony at a church like Holy Cross Church. Historic houses near Kings Cross include Dr Johnson's House (1.2 miles south-east) and Handel Hendrix House (1.5 miles south-west). For a drinks reception at a historic venue, canapé tapas can work where live cooking is not allowed.
Here we cover the NW1W, NW1 and N1 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Euston Road, Duke's Road and Phoenix Road or anywhere nearby, we can cook there. Kings Cross is on the A501 and A4200, which makes it straightforward to bring the equipment. Other places close to Kings Cross for tapas catering include Somers Town (1 mile west), St Pancras (1 mile south-east), Euston (1 mile south-west), Bloomsbury (1 mile south) and Agar Town (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Kensington (4 miles south-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Whitechapel (3 miles east), Hampstead (3 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west) and Brompton (3 miles south-west).
Other landmarks nearby include Royal National Throat (within half a mile east) and Metropolitan Borough of Holborn (0.9 miles south). The countryside around Kings Cross includes St. James's Park Lake and Ludgate Hill.
- Schools near Kings Cross include The Poor School (within half a mile east) and Regent High School (0.5 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Fellow pub (within half a mile north-east)
- Local facilities include Pilsudski Institute of London (0.5 miles south)
What tapas catering costs
There’s nothing hidden: the quote reflects:
- The number of people
- How many courses
- How many staff you need
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
Got a budget? Let us know, and we’ll suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
What we need to know
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- What the venue already provides
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- A photo of the cooking space, if it’s a garden or field
- Your date and when you want to eat
Thinking about tapas catering for your event in Kings Cross? Send us the details and we’ll reply with a menu and a clear price. To contact us, fill in our quote form.
The process
We get there well before serving, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests generally gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. Evening receptions in Kings Cross stay light until about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June, which suits an outdoor reception.
- First, we check availability.
- You pick the style.
- We arrive and set up our station.
- Hot and cold tapas are served.
- Afterwards, we clear up.
Preparing for the day
- Give us your final numbers and diets
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Name one person we can ask on the day
Get a quote
The more you tell us, the more accurate the quote: the venue, the timings, the courses you’d like and any extras. When you’re ready, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
Dietary needs and planning tips
With a little notice, every diet is easy. We suggest:
- Ask for labels on each dish
- Keep seafood and meat dishes clearly separate
- Collect dietary needs
- Canapés need staff to serve
Staff carry canapés round and keep boards topped up.
Sangria and bar staff.
Is live paella right for your event?
For food that gets people mingling, tapas are hard to beat. Live paella pricing depends on the event. A simple paella lunch costs less than a wedding with canapés, three paellas and waiting staff. We itemise everything in your quote.
What you get with us
- Live cooking, not reheated food
- A quote that spells everything out
- Drinks service on request
- Real theatre, not just catering
Read Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
- 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