How much tacos do I need for 50 guests?

You need 11 dozen of tacos for 50 guests at a wedding. This provides 108 total servings with a 15% buffer.

How much tacos per person for a wedding?

Plan for 2.2 servings of tacos per person at a wedding. This assumes tacos is your main food; reduce by 30-40% if serving multiple dishes.

How many servings in 11 dozen of tacos?

11 dozen of tacos provides 108 total servings, enough for 50 guests with a 15% buffer to ensure you don't run out.

Is 11 dozen of tacos enough for 50 people?

Yes, 11 dozen is the recommended amount for 50 guests at a wedding. This includes a 15% buffer (2 extra dozen) so you won't run short.

Should I order more tacos than calculated?

Our calculation of 11 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 11 dozen, you'd need approximately 8 dozen.

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How Much Tacos for a 50 Guests Wedding?

Wedding • 50 guests

Your Total

dozen

of tacos

108

total servings

2.2

per person

15%

buffer

Note: This assumes tacos is your main food. If serving multiple foods, reduce this amount by 30-40%.

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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 wedding modifier

× 0.8 (-20% for tacos)

Weddings typically consume 20% less tacos than average. 108 tacos needed

Convert to dozen

108 tacos ÷ 12 per dozen

Each dozen provides 12 tacos. 9 dozen (raw)

Add 15% buffer & round up

9 × 1.15 = 10.3, rounded up

Always round up and add a buffer. Running out of food is worse than having leftovers! 11 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	6 dozen	54 servings
50 guests (you)	11 dozen	108 servings
75 guests	17 dozen	162 servings
100 guests	22 dozen	216 servings
150 guests	33 dozen	324 servings
200 guests	44 dozen	432 servings

* All calculations include a 15% buffer. Amounts for wedding as main dish.

🛒 Your Complete Shopping List

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Tacos

11 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 Wedding Food

✓ Plan 6-8 appetizer pieces per guest for a 1-hour cocktail hour before dinner.
✓ Sliders are a late-night hit after dancing starts - plan 2 per guest for after 10pm.
✓ If serving tacos, offer 3 protein options minimum for dietary variety.
✓ Food trucks are trendy - plan 20% extra as guests tend to go back for seconds.
✓ Passed appetizers disappear 40% faster than stationed ones - plan accordingly.

Buying Guide

For wedding receptions, appetizers during cocktail hour are essential. Plan 6-8 pieces per guest for a 1-hour cocktail hour. If you're doing late-night snacks (pizza, sliders, tacos), plan for 70% of guests still present to eat again around 10-11pm.