Best Tacos In London

Mexico's age-old favourite, the traditional taco, has been eaten for centuries and is a global hit on many a world menu today. Varying its middle, showered with goodies like salsa, pibil pork, Baja fish, birria beef and more, London's taco restaurants are bringing you these vibrant flavours like never before. From the wallet-friendly to the cheesy, greasy and indulgent, check out our top recommendations below on where to get your Mexican fix.

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Last updated on 12th November 2024




Barrio - Bars

Amigos y amigas, laid-back Barrio Soho beach-style bar showcases some of the most authentic eats from the Latino lands before embellishing with a colourful, contemporary-style bang. To pack your tortilla, pick from pulled pork with mango salsa, marinated beef with Barrio pico de gallo or a blend of veggies with spicy bravas sauce topped with spring onions, coriander and lime before sprinkling on your desired spice level.

Leicester Square Kitchen

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Leicester Square Kitchen serves a sizzling fusion of modern Mexican and Peruvian small plates. Decked out in black and white marble tables, exposed columns, as well as bright metro tiles against dark brick walls, this buzzy venue bridges authenticity and modern flair with every bite. From the masterminds behind May Fair Kitchen and Monmouth Kitchen, this all-day spot mixes spicy and crisp flavours in a fresh, innovative way. With a choice of soft and hard tacos, filled with everything from dry-rubbed short rib to beef tartare, their Tuesday Taco & Margarita experience makes it one of the best places in London to eat tacos. 

temper Soho

Lookin' for delicious tacos in Central London? There's no better place for this flavourful Mexican bites than London's best kept secret, temper Soho. With a compact ground-floor taco bar and an expansive room featuring a theatrical open kitchen with a wood-fired grill and clay oven, this haunt is a carnivore's paradise. Give your week a kickstart with their Taco Tuesday offer, where you can dive into £5 portions of tacos. Take your pick from yummy options like cheeseburger, drunken goat's cheese, yellowfin tuna tostada, or burnt ends options. Pair these delicious bites with £5 Margaritaville Margaritas while you explore the rest of the mouthwatering menu.

Santo Remedio London Bridge

Home to some of the best tacos in London, Santo Remedio is the Mexican restaurant that's bringing an authentic taste to London Bridge. Run by Edson Diaz-Fuentes and his wife Natalie, this hotspot is a haven for authentic Mexican cuisine inspired by the lively cantinas and mezcalerias of Mexico City. From street food staples to larger indulgent plates, their menu celebrates the vast regional diversity in ingredients and cooking techniques. Think beer-battered Baja fish tacos with Morita mayo and jalapeno-cucumber slaw, pork belly tacos with chicharron and tomato salsa, as well as braised beef barbacoa tacos with pasilla and pickled radish. A flavourful journey through Mexican flavours, this South London gem boasts vibrant interiors adorned with Mexican artisan goods, complemented by a bar that mixes a Margarita like no other.

DF Tacos Shoreditch

Best tacos in East London? Head East where DF Tacos London has brought their range of modern Mexican-influenced eats to the Truman Brewery. This spot champions the vibrant flavours of Mexico City serving generously filled tacos packed with goodies like buttermilk chicken with chipotle mayo, pork pibil, and sweet plantain with smoky hibiscus salsa. On the side? Dive into nachos sprinkled with soft chorizo and homemade guac, chili-dusted crinkle-cut fries, and a creamy sweetcorn cup bursting with lime, mayo, and cheese goodness. But it's not just about the tasty bites; this joint is eco-conscious, too. As a carbon-neutral restaurant, all the meat served is free-range, and their fish comes from sustainable fisheries. Taco 'bout a place that cares for both your tastebuds and the planet. And if you're south of the river? Then head over to their beaut Brixton branch.

Someday

Can't find an answer to best tacos near me? Someday in Finsbury Park knows a thing or two about tacos. From WiFi to coffee and lunch specials, they've got your mid-day cravings covered, offering a cosy escape from the office or a perfect spot for laid-back meet-ups. This Art-Deco-themed hotspot is also offering up a fabulous range of Mexican favourites, from the likes of buttermilk fried chicken, plantain and crispy cod, all smothered in chipotle mayo and salsa, then wrapped in a corn tortilla. Yum.

Spit & Sawdust

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Fancy tacos and freshly pulled pints? You can get both over at Spit & Sawdust which boasts the biggest selection of top-notch craft beers in SE1, along with two outdoor spaces, an epic beer garden and a first-floor terrace fronting epic views. This Elephant and Castle venue serves scrumptious Mexican eats, from quesadillas and pulled pork to rice bowls and fresh tortillas. We're talking goodies like corn tortillas stacked with goodies like slow-cooked beef in a guajillo chilli sauce, Chinese pulled pork with Hoisin sauce, and chicken tinga topped with cheddar cheese. P.S. If you're after something a bit more wallet-friendly, the joint offers £2.50 tacos on Wednesdays.

Market Place Peckham

On the hunt for the best birria tacos in London? Market Place Peckham and Vauxhall area top choice for those of you after mouthwatering Mexican plates. Delve into authentic dishes from Los Tacos, a bustling taqueria serving tacos, quesadillas, and aguas frescas in a cosy street-style setting, all made using authentic family recipes and the freshest, most flavorful ingredients. Fillings include grilled chicken, cilantro or birria beef, prawns, and black beans, all paired with a side of pico de gallo and smoky chipotle adobo.

Jalisco

Looking for cheap tacos in London? This cosy, family-run restaurant has been serving up flavorful Latin American-inspired dishes for the past eight years. Husband and wife team Wilson and Carolina are passionate about sharing their love for Latin cuisine and culture, composing a menu that features Venezuelan and regional Central American classics crafted with traditional ingredients and perfected through generations of family recipes. Make your way over to Jalisco for either flour or corn tacos in the vibrant surrounds of Brixton Village or Loughborough Junction. Fillings include the likes of spicy chorizo, beans, fish, vegetables, beef and so much more. And if you're thirsty? Wash it all down with one of the zingy margaritas.

Cheeky Chicos Elephant Park

Taco's anyone? Cheeky Chico's is a warm and vibrant restaurant in St John's Hill celebrating the rich culture of Mexico. Decked out in colourful decor and funky murals, this hotspot serves up a variety of mouth-watering tacos that cater to everyone, with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and low-carb options available. From red belly pork with honey chilli to panko fried chicken topped with truffle mac n cheese, their taco delights are to die for.

Cafe Pacifico

If the idea of London's finest Margarita doesn't tickle your fancy, throw in some of the most delectable tacos, and this joint becomes an absolute must-visit. In the heart of Covent Garden, you'll find Cafe Pacifico serving up some delicious Mexican fare. This spot has been a fixture in Covent Garden since the 80s, rocking a laid-back diner vibe that adds a quirky charm to its allure. Step into a multi-coloured dining room filled with low-hanging golden light fixtures and Calaveras drawn on the walls to discover some of the spicy plates it has to offer. As well as marvellous margaritas, you'll be able to get your chops around tacos loaded with slow-cooked pulled pork, roasted vegetables or Baja-style seabass. 

El Cenote - Mariachi Brunch

@ El Cenote on Saturday 21st December 2024

Fancy chomping on as many Baja fish tacos as you like for 90 minutes? Then head to El Cenote in Camden on Sunday the 15th of September as it celebrates Independence Day with its Mariachi Brunch. Tickets start from £32.50 per person and include 90 minutes of free-flowing frozen margaritas paired with unlimited Mexican fare. Think beef Birria, taco al pastor, cochinta pibil and more.

La Bodega Negra

Classic, authentic and atmospheric, cool cat cafe La Bodega Negra boasts traditional Mexican munch that will have you mouth-watering for more week after week. This vibrant Mexican taqueria, restaurant, and secret speakeasy tucked away in Soho offers delectable Mexican snacks and mouthwatering cocktails. Created by Serge Becker (known for La Esquina in New York) and Will Ricker, it's the place to be for enjoying the tastiest Mexican bites and creative cocktails. A tasty trio of soft corn tortilla can be paired with chorizo, pulled lamb, cowboy beans and more; making for some of the best tacos in the UK.

Hacha

Tacos and tequila, anyone? Whether you're after vegetarian tacos or a seafood ceviche, Dalston's Hacha is serving the goods. With Tigre Tacos in the kitchen, you can wash down mouthwatering bites like beer-battered catch of the day to garlic and ginger king prawns, shredded chicken, as well as confit pork shoulder and belly with a side of mezcal negronis and the iconic Mirror Margarita. Yup, as London's sole Agaveria, this venue boasts an ever-evolving lineup of 25 different agave spirits to discover for afters.

Zapote

Tacos and margaritas are the name of the game at this chic spot. Stop by Zapote for to sip on delectable tequila or mezcal-heady cocktails while you indulge in their epic selection of Mexican bites. Their ever-changing seasonal menu spotlights the finest ingredients, showcasing innovative Mexican cuisine crafted by acclaimed chef Yahir Gonzalez. It features goodies like lamb barbacoa tacos with spiced chickpeas, ox tongue tacos with salsa verde and pickled red onion, and duck quesadillas with endive and salsa rojo. Your search for best tacos in London restaurants is officially over.

Del74 Dalston

Best tacos in London for 2024, you ask? Del74 can be found feeding hungry East Londoners on Kingsland Road throughout the week. Sporting rustic walls, low-hanging lights and a shiny, royal blue bar, it's a cool place to kick your feet up in after work and munch on some top-notch Mexican food. It's famous for its low-cost eats too, as on Tuesdays you can enjoy tacos for just £3 each, as well as £4 beers and shots. Loaded with braised pork, vegetables in a smokey chipotle chilli and cauliflower crackling, these or little bites of heaven you do not want to miss out on.