5 Best Mexican Restaurants in London (2026)

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By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

London's Mexican food scene runs from sit-down tequila bars to counter-service burritos you can eat in ten minutes, and the two are not really competing for the same booking. The Mexican restaurants on this page have logged well over 26,000 Google reviews between them, with Plan Burrito Holborn holding the highest rating on the list at 4.7, so the gap between a quick lunch and a proper night out matters more here than any single star rating.

Short answer: Mestizo Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar in Camden is London's most-reviewed Mexican spot on this page, at 4.6 stars across 9,725 Google reviews, known for its full menu and tequila bar. Plan Burrito Holborn holds the highest rating at 4.7 (2,109 reviews) for fast-casual burritos, while Wahaca Covent Garden (4.5, 7,490 reviews) is the long-running West End favourite for pre-theatre dinners.

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How London's top Mexican restaurants compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Mestizo Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar	4.6 ★	9,725	Full sit-down dinner and tequila bar	View ›
2	Wahaca Covent Garden	4.5 ★	7,490	Pre-theatre dinner in Covent Garden	View ›
3	Tortilla Charing Cross	4.5 ★	3,409	Quick Cali-Mex lunch near Charing Cross	View ›
4	Plan Burrito Holborn	4.7 ★	2,109	Highest-rated fast-casual burritos	View ›
5	El Pastor London Bridge	4.3 ★	3,922	Ceviche and margaritas near London Bridge	View ›

5 Best Mexican Restaurants in London (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

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Mestizo Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar

4.69,725 Google reviews

Mestizo Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar sits on Hampstead Road between Camden and Euston, serving what its own site calls authentic Mexican cuisine, from tacos and enchiladas to tamales and mole dishes. The restaurant also runs a downstairs bar with a late-night Mexican and Latin atmosphere, caters private events for up to 200 guests, and stocks an online Mexican market selling salsas, tequilas and mezcales. It is the most-reviewed Mexican restaurant on this page.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly single out the mole-based enchiladas and the flan dessert
Build-your-own taco tray is popular for groups
Servers described as attentive and quick to make menu suggestions
Handles celebrations well, including birthday touches like a sombrero moment

Worth knowing

A 12.5% service charge draws occasional comment from reviewers
Gets busy on weekend evenings, so booking ahead is worth it

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume9,725 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown78% 5-star

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Our take: The deepest review history and broadest menu on this page, from a full sit-down dinner to a late-night bar. A safe default for a proper Mexican night out in Camden.

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103 Hampstead Rd, London NW1 3EL

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Wahaca Covent Garden

4.57,490 Google reviews

Wahaca Covent Garden is the original branch of the Wahaca chain, serving fresh tacos and Mexican small plates for sharing alongside margaritas, and specifically positions itself for pre-theatre diners with a dedicated feasting menu timed to get guests out in time for a show. It's part of a larger group with multiple London locations, but this Covent Garden site was the first Wahaca opened.

What people praise

Servers regularly praised by name for menu guidance and allergy checks
Reviewers highlight the butterbean dip collaboration and smoky pork skewers
Handles walk-ins without a booking reasonably well on quieter evenings
Vegetarian dishes clearly labelled on the menu, per reviewers

Worth knowing

Can get loud and busy during peak pre-theatre hours
A few reviewers note prices sit higher than a casual burrito spot

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume7,490 · 91st

Confidencevery high

Recency2 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown69% 5-star

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Our take: The natural pick if you're heading to a West End show and need a table timed around a curtain call, backed by the second-largest review base on this page.

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66 Chandos Pl, London WC2N 4HG

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Tortilla Charing Cross

4.53,409 Google reviews

Tortilla Charing Cross serves what its own site calls California-inspired Mexican food, meaning burritos, bowls, quesadillas and nachos built fast for a quick lunch or takeaway near Charing Cross Station. It's part of the wider Tortilla chain, and this branch sits steps from Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden, aimed squarely at sightseers and office workers wanting something quick.

What people praise

Reviewers consistently describe fast preparation without a long wait
Bowls and burritos praised over the quesadilla, which some find smaller than expected
Staff described as patient when correcting an order
Good option for a quick takeaway between sights

Worth knowing

One reviewer notes the food leans more Cali-Mex than traditional Mexican flavour
Busy during lunch rush, with high ceilings that can amplify noise

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume3,409 · 79th

Confidencevery high

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · hours

Rating breakdown73% 5-star

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Our take: Best suited to a fast, casual lunch rather than a sit-down dinner. Reliable and quick, if not the most traditional Mexican flavour on this page.

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460 Strand, London WC2R 0RG

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Plan Burrito Holborn

4.72,109 Google reviews

Plan Burrito Holborn is a Mexican street food restaurant on Southampton Row serving burritos, bowls and tacos, with a halal menu and an open kitchen where customers can watch food being prepared. It holds the highest rating of any Mexican restaurant on this page, and reviewers frequently mention it as their first burrito experience in London.

What people praise

Highest rating on this page at 4.7
Reviewers highlight generous portions and freshly prepared fillings
Halal menu specifically noted as a draw by multiple reviewers
Open kitchen and visible prep add confidence in freshness

Worth knowing

One reviewer felt the protein portion in a regular burrito ran light unless double protein was ordered
Smaller review base than the two largest names on this page

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume2,109 · 62nd

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown86% 5-star

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Our take: The top-rated pick here and a strong choice if halal options matter, with reviewers consistently praising freshness even if portion expectations occasionally miss.

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156 Southampton Row, London WC1B 5AR

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El Pastor London Bridge

4.33,922 Google reviews

El Pastor London Bridge is part of a small family of Mexican restaurants inspired by the founders' decade living in Mexico City, making fresh tortillas daily from heirloom Mexican corn. The London Bridge site sits near Borough Market and serves tacos, tostadas, ceviche and a wide margarita selection, with sister branches in King's Cross, Soho and Battersea.

What people praise

Reviewers highlight the ceviche, short rib and baja fish tacos specifically
Wide margarita selection, including an avocado and passionfruit option
Staff accommodate dietary needs and spice preferences on request
Fresh tortillas made daily from heirloom corn

Worth knowing

One reviewer describes a billing mix-up over a shared side that wasn't clarified at ordering
Gets loud and busy, which suits some diners better than others

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.3 / 5

Review volume3,922 · 85th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown65% 5-star

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Our take: Holds the lowest rating on this page, but reviewers are consistently positive about the ceviche and margaritas specifically. Worth it for the food, just confirm shared items at ordering time.

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7A Stoney St, London SE1 9AA

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is the restaurant’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many diners have rated them, ranked against other London Mexican restaurants. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.6 from nearly 10,000 diners carries more weight than a 4.7 from a couple thousand. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a meal cost at a Mexican restaurant in London? (2026)

Prices vary widely between fast-casual burrito counters and full sit-down restaurants with a bar. Reviewers on this page cited real per-person spend across a range of visits:

Job	Typical price
Quick burrito or bowl (Tortilla, Plan Burrito)	£10 to £20 per person
Casual sit-down dinner (Wahaca, El Pastor)	£20 to £40 per person
Full dinner with drinks (Mestizo, El Pastor)	£40 to £70 per person

Ranges compiled from customer-reported price-per-person figures in Google reviews on this page, verified August 2026. These reflect individual diners’ experiences, not fixed menu prices, so check the current menu before booking.

Serving all of London

The restaurants above cover central London, including Camden, Covent Garden, Charing Cross, Holborn and London Bridge. Searching for a Mexican restaurant near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can find the closest option fast.

What to ask before you book a Mexican restaurant

Do you take reservations, or is it walk-in only during peak hours?
Is there a service charge added automatically, and how much?
What vegetarian or halal options are on the menu?
Do you offer a pre-theatre or fixed-time menu if I need to be out by a certain time?
Can large groups be accommodated, and is there a minimum spend?
Are the tortillas made fresh in-house?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these Mexican restaurants?

We started from every Mexican restaurant in London with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which of these London Mexican restaurants is best for a pre-theatre dinner?

Wahaca Covent Garden specifically offers a feasting menu built around getting diners out in time for a show, and its Covent Garden location sits close to most West End theatres.

Is there a halal Mexican restaurant in London on this list?

Plan Burrito Holborn runs a halal menu, which multiple reviewers specifically mention as a reason they chose it.

The bottom line

Mestizo is the safe default for a full night out given its review volume and range, from dinner to a late bar, while Plan Burrito Holborn is the top-rated choice for a fast, halal-friendly lunch. Book ahead at Mestizo or Wahaca on weekend evenings.

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