How to Create a Walking Taco Bar!

April 30
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Do you love a walking taco?  It’s a popular snack in my house…and a treat that’s actually really easy to serve!  When you’ve got hungry boys coming around, a walking taco is not only a delicious, serve-yourself snack but it makes for easy cleanup too as you just toss the empty chip bag in the trash when you’re done!  So with this grab-and-go idea in mind, I decided to create a walking taco bar as a fun way to serve up teen boys something special!  And even better?  I’ve partnered with Grand Rapids Popcorn to bring you some tasty additions to a savory snack table!  What could be better than tacos, popcorn, and pizza on a table fit to satisfy hunger…AND the cravings of popular snack foods!  The idea can be perfect for game day celebrations, birthday parties, and even graduation…which shockingly is upon us already!  So if you have something to celebrate…check out the snack time fun!

walking tacos, popcorn, & pizza…oh boy!

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favorite goodies come together for a treat table that will make anyone happy!

walking taco bar ideas

i began with the simple garland made from snack bags!  not only does it look cute…but you can eat it too!

walking taco bar ideas

…and did you see the little lights?  a fun way to tie the “pizza” into the taco bar theme!

walking taco bar ideas

its’ easy to create a walking taco bar…just set out individual bags of Doritos & the fixin’s you’d put on a traditional taco and let guests serve themselves!

walking taco bar ideas

i kept it simple…filling containers with ground beef, cheese, lettuce, salsa & sour cream.

walking taco bar ideas

you can keep filling up the table or even let the kids grab from the “garland”!

walking taco bar ideas

and since i was also serving popcorn and “pizza”…i tried to have a little fun tying it all together!

walking taco bar ideas

little cups filled with pizza flavored popcorn get an extra dose of “yum” with some added pepperoni…easy AND really tasty!

walking taco bar/pizza popcorn cups

you can use coffee filters to line the treat cups and keep the containers looking tidy!  just press them down inside and fill ’em up!

walking taco bar/pizza cups

i lined the larger boxes with parchment paper and then cut the bottoms from the filters, leaving just the ruffle at the top…it keeps the paper boxes stain free and looks cute too!

walking taco bar/popcorn boxes

the bright, Cheddar Hot Pop is SO delicious…a spicy addition to the table!

walking taco bar ideas/popcorn cups

and on the other side of the table…Parmesan Garlic!

walking taco bar ideas

pizza kebabs were a whimsical alternative to traditional pizza…and less messy to eat!

walking taco bar ideas/pizza skewers

rock candy sticks make great skewers for baked pizza bites & pepperoni…easy to grab-and-go!

walking taco bar ideas/pizza skewers

i served them in paper bake cups to hold them upright…and used an old vinyl record for a tray!

walking taco bar ideas/pizza skewers

it’s always fun to add something whimsical or unexpected to a party table!

walking taco bar ideas/pizza skewers

and if you’re serving beverages in a bottles…

walking taco bar ideas

it’s really helpful to have an opener on hand!  even though most are twist-off, they can sometimes be difficult especially for younger kiddos!

walking taco bar ideas

party favors

cute favors are fun…but not always necessary if you’re throwing a big party such as a graduation bash!  but if it’s a smaller celebration or for the younger kids, a sweet gesture of “thanks for coming” is always appreciated.  i loved these adorable, gummy pizzas for a funny & tasty gift!

walking taco bar ideas/favors

how cute are these mini pizza boxes?

walking taco bar ideas

and inside…a silly, gummy pizza pie!  though i’m not sure i’ve ever had an egg on my pizza!

walking taco bar favors

i hope you’ve enjoyed these walking taco bar ideas!

walking taco bar ideas

simple & delicious snack foods can definitely be the theme of any party!

walking taco bar ideas

happy munching!

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walking taco bar

products seen in this blog can be found at~

Grand Rapids PopcornCheddar Hot Pop, Parmesan Garlic, pizza popcorn

Target:  pizza string lights

Michaelsrock candy sticks (skewers), wood tray platforms

Hobby Lobby:  plastic mini trays, kraft paper treat cups, baking cups

HomeGoods:  bottle opener

Party City:  gummy pizzas

  1. So your party favors had gummy eggs on the pizza and that may look weird to you but it’s delicious. If you ever get to Europe, try a egg on your pizza! They’re the best! But it has to be right out of the oven on a thin crust pizza…. oh my mouth is watering now. It was one of my favorite thing to order at the pizza restaurant when I was a kid.

    • Lori

      May 1

      Oh my gosh! I’ve never heard of that!! Now you got me so curious!! I need to ask my hubby who spent many years in France as a kid/teenager…maybe he’s tried it and I don’t even know! 🙂 I know what we will be eating this weekend!! xoxo

  2. Susan

    April 30

    Oh this is such a great idea ! Love the hanging chips and all the finger foods just look delicious 😋

    • Lori

      May 1

      Thanks so much Susan! It’s an easy spread…but no less yummy! All my favorite snacks on one table! 🙂

  3. Carolina

    April 30

    I want to be at this party!! Lots of yummy food!!

    • Lori

      May 1

      Thanks Carolina!! I wish you could come eat it with me!! xoxo

  4. Beth

    April 30

    Fabulous! I’ve never heard of a walking taco party! This tops the cake, as they say! Love all the ideas but especially the snack bag garland! Great job, Lori!

    • Lori

      May 1

      Oh thank you!! My boys introduced me to walking tacos when they got older!! I thought it might be a fun idea!!

  5. This party is amazing! So many people I meet don’t know about the genius that is a walking taco! Love it. I also love the unique flavors of popcorn and what you added in!

    • Lori

      May 3

      Thank you so much Holly! I’m so addicted now to walking tacos…thanks to my boys for introducing them to me!! xoxo

  6. Brenda

    May 9

    Not only do I love the idea of a walking taco bar – I love that you made a garland with the chip bags. And, the popcorn creations and gummy pizza favors are the perfect extra detail to complete this fun food display.

    • Lori

      May 14

      Oh Thank you Brenda! My boys were the inspiration for this one!

  7. Misha

    May 9

    Wow!! This looks amazing!! Those gummy pizzas are ridiculously adorable!! What a cool favor!! I loved how many different options you had!!

    • Lori

      May 14

      Thanks so much Misha! It was a fun one to work with…all my favorite snacks!! And I was lucky to find those gummy pizzas!

  8. I love this party oh so much! That chip banner is adorable. I could have used the tip about the coffee filter in the popcorn boxes last weekend — thanks for sharing! Also egg on pizza is the best and I agree with what Press Print Party said.

    • Lori

      May 14

      Thanks Meghan!! I’ll need to try the egg on the pizza! It must be good if you guys like it!! 🙂 Thanks so much friend!

  9. Mary Lewey

    February 6

    This is so cute! Any tips on keeping things warm?

    • Lori

      February 6

      Oh thank you! Keeping goodies warm can be a struggle! For smaller groups i like to keep the servings smaller and keep extra meat in an oven safe dish to replace the other when it gets cool. Or you could use a small crock pot or chafing dish. I’ve even set a small baking sheet on a cooling rack with a couple tea lights underneath to keep the tray warm. Just be sure to label that it’s hot so guests don’t touch the surface, especially if they’re kids! Hope these ideas help!

  10. Kristy

    April 10

    A good taco party is hard to beat!! I love all the attention to detail… so creative! We put a fun fiesta vibe on the classic grad party with our customizable cups… feel free to check us out on our blog! https://www.twofunnygirls.com/blog/2019/04/05/taco-bout-a-personalized-graduation-party/

    • Lori

      April 16

      Oh thanks so much! I really appreciate it! Love to check out all your party fun too!

  11. Anonymous

    June 8

    Where did you purchase the glass bottled Faygo?
    Your buffet is awesome!

    • Lori

      June 10

      Oh thank you so much! I don’t know your location but if you go to faygo.com there is a store locator on the top of the homepage. Some grocery stores carry limited bottles and retro candy stores often carry them! I just love the old fashioned look!! Good luck finding some in your area!

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