How much tacos do I need for 50 guests?

You need 10 dozen of tacos for 50 guests at a new year's eve party. This provides 95 total servings with a 15% buffer.

How much tacos per person for a new year's eve party?

Plan for 1.9 servings of tacos per person at a new year's eve party. This assumes tacos is your main food; reduce by 30-40% if serving multiple dishes.

How many servings in 10 dozen of tacos?

10 dozen of tacos provides 95 total servings, enough for 50 guests with a 15% buffer to ensure you don't run out.

Is 10 dozen of tacos enough for 50 people?

Yes, 10 dozen is the recommended amount for 50 guests at a new year's eve party. This includes a 15% buffer (2 extra dozen) so you won't run short.

Should I order more tacos than calculated?

Our calculation of 10 dozen already includes a 15% buffer. However, if your guests are big eaters or tacos is the only food, consider adding 10-20% more. It's always better to have leftovers!

What if I'm serving tacos with other foods?

If serving tacos as part of a buffet spread with other options, reduce this amount by 30-40%. Instead of 10 dozen, you'd need approximately 7 dozen.

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How Much Tacos for a 50 Guests New Year's Eve Party?

New Year's Eve Party • 50 guests

Your Total

dozen

of tacos

total servings

1.9

per person

15%

buffer

Note: This assumes tacos is your main food. Planning a buffet spread? See our New Year's Eve Party Planner for balanced quantities.

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📐 Why This Amount Works

Estimate actual eaters

50 guests × 90% eating rate

At medium events, about 90% of guests will eat full servings. 45 eaters

Calculate servings (as main dish)

45 eaters × 3 tacos per person

As a main dish, plan for 3 tacos per person. 135 base servings

Apply new year's eve party modifier

× 0.7 (-30% for tacos)

New Year's Eve Partys typically consume 30% less tacos than average. 95 tacos needed

Convert to dozen

95 tacos ÷ 12 per dozen

Each dozen provides 12 tacos. 7.9 dozen (raw)

Add 15% buffer & round up

7.9 × 1.15 = 9.1, rounded up

Always round up and add a buffer. Running out of food is worse than having leftovers! 10 dozen

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Caterer-Tested Formula

Our calculations are based on real event data from professional caterers and party planners.

📊 Quick Reference: Tacos by Guest Count

Guests	Tacos Needed	Total Servings
25 guests	5 dozen	48 servings
50 guests (you)	10 dozen	95 servings
75 guests	15 dozen	143 servings
100 guests	20 dozen	190 servings
150 guests	30 dozen	285 servings
200 guests	40 dozen	380 servings

* All calculations include a 15% buffer. Amounts for new year's eve party as main dish.

🛒 Your Complete Shopping List

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Tacos

10 dozen

Salsa — Mild and hot options

7 jars

Sour cream

5 containers

Lime wedges

25 limes

Cilantro

4 bunches

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💡 Pro Tips for New Year's Eve Party Food

✓ Elegant appetizers are expected - this is a dressy event.
✓ Late-night food is essential - sliders or pizza around 12:30am.
✓ Heavy apps early, lighter as midnight approaches.
✓ Sweet treats for after midnight - champagne and dessert pair perfectly.
✓ Breakfast items for really late parties - mini quiches, bacon strips.

Buying Guide

NYE is about elegant appetizers and champagne. Plan 8-10 appetizer pieces per person for the main event, plus late-night snacks for after midnight. End with something sweet.