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Tapas Catering for Surrey Quays events
We cook Spanish tapas and canapé catering, on its own or alongside a paella across Surrey Quays and Greater London, catering for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests.
- Canapés with welcome drinks
- Drinks parties and receptions
- Tapas before paella
Book tapas catering in Surrey Quays
Tapas catering for your event in Surrey Quays
Tapas and paella go hand in hand, as a starter while the rice cooks, but they work on their own too. On the menu are Manchego with membrillo, albóndigas and tortilla española, and typical bookings are for welcome-drink canapés and cocktail parties.
Canapé tapas suit smaller London spaces in Surrey Quays. Every pan is cooked in front of your guests, so the food is hot, fresh and part of the occasion.
- Area
- Surrey Quays (SE16, SE8, SE15)
- Region
- Greater London
- Dietary options
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Extras
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price tapas catering
The price comes down to a few factors:
- Guest numbers
- The length of service
- The paellas you choose
- Whether you need crockery
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu to match. Even a simple menu can be a feast.
Details that help
These details help us quote quickly:
- The courses you’d like
- A picture of where we’d cook
- Your date and when you want to eat
- The address or venue name
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.
Planning for every diet
A little planning makes sure everyone can eat. Here’s how:
- Allow more variety if tapas are the whole meal
- Label seafood clearly
- Match tapas with Spanish drinks
- Book staff to carry canapés round
Canapés circulate with drinks.
Spanish desserts to finish.
Receptions and parties in Surrey Quays
Surrey Quays is about 2 miles south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. For tapas catering in Surrey Quays, we cater in back gardens, halls with outdoor space, barns, marquees and offices. Surrey Quays is one of 764 towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Nearby historic houses include Queen's House (1.9 miles south-east) and Mansion House (2.4 miles north-west). Where a historic venue does not allow live cooking, canapé tapas may still be possible; ask the venue. Parks such as Deptford Park have their own rules for catering, so check before planning a party there.
Here we cover the SE16, SE8 and SE15 postcode area, and we can cater your event anywhere in it. Whether your event is on Bush Road, Gomm Road and Lower Road or a nearby road, we’ll bring the pans to you. With the A200 and A2208 close by, Surrey Quays is simple for us to get to with everything for your event. Other places close to Surrey Quays for tapas catering include Rotherhithe (1 mile north), Surrey Canal (1 mile south-west), South Bermondsey (1 mile south-west), Millwall (1 mile east) and North Greenwich (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (5 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Shoreditch (3 miles north-west) and Walthamstow (7 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Nunhead (1.7 miles south) and St Olave's Hospital (0.5 miles north-west). Not far away are Lavender Pond and Tower Hill.
- Nearby schools include Bacon's College (0.7 miles north) and Spa School (1 mile west)
- Pubs nearby include The Surrey Docks pub (within half a mile north-west)
Questions from Surrey Quays
Can you cater a reception after a service at St Katharine with St Bartholomew?
Yes, at a garden, marquee or venue nearby with a suitable spot to cook. Churches rarely have space for live cooking, so the meal is normally elsewhere. Tell us where the reception will be.
Which station should guests use for Surrey Quays?
Surrey Quays has its own station: Surrey Quays station.
Can you do sangria?
Sangria and bar staff can be added.
Can you do gluten-free paella?
Yes, on request. Rice is naturally gluten-free, but stock and some ingredients may not be, so we make a separate gluten-free pan.
Is halal food available?
Yes. Halal paella is cooked with halal chicken and no pork or alcohol, in a separate pan.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and we can staff a bar with your drinks.
Do you cater for young children?
Yes, children are easy to cater for. Tell us how many and roughly how old, and we’ll plan a pan with them in mind.
How much does tapas catering cost in Surrey Quays?
We quote for each event, so you only pay for what you need. Tell us your date and numbers for a clear quote.
Dishes our guests love
Croquetas
Always among the first to go.
Manchego & membrillo
Spanish sheep’s cheese with quince paste.
The process
Service is quick: the paella goes straight from the pan to the plate, so even a long queue moves. When service is finished, we pack down. At midsummer, it’s light in Surrey Quays until about 9:20pm, ideal for tapas in the garden. By late September it is dark around 7:05pm, and in December by about 3:55pm.
- Tell us the date, venue and numbers.
- We suggest a selection and a quote.
- We set up and finish hot tapas on site.
- We serve canapés or table tapas.
- We pack down when service ends.
How to prepare
- Let us know the timings for the day
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
- Confirm the venue is happy with live cooking
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and any dietary needs. We will come back with a clear quote and a suggested menu.
Planning help
Why choose tapas catering in Surrey Quays?
Tapas get people talking.
Live paella works for big and small events alike. Typical bookings include:
- Receptions and drinks parties
- Sharing boards for evening guests
- Tapas and paella menus
- Work receptions
For guests coming by train, Surrey Quays station is in Surrey Quays itself.
Before you book anyone
- The deadline for final numbers
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- When payment is due
- VAT, if it applies
Should I cook it myself?
Doing it yourself saves money, but the host ends up stuck at the stove. Booking us means you get the show without the stress.
You can cook paella for a crowd yourself, but it takes practice. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right at scale is tricky. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Also near Surrey Quays
Also in Surrey Quays
For planners, venues and organisers
Organising a club, school or community event in Surrey Quays? Paella is quick to serve to a crowd and suits most diets. Tell us about the event and we will suggest a menu.
Booking for a company? Tell us what your finance team needs, and we will talk you through the process. We are happy to liaise with facilities on access and timings.
Why choose live paella in Surrey Quays?
Tapas can be a starter, a reception or the whole meal, so they fit most plans. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why choose Love Paella in Surrey Quays
- Catering across Greater London, including Surrey Quays
- Separate pans for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal guests
- Food that becomes part of the entertainment
- A quote that spells everything out
- 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