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Wahaca
Mexican Restaurant££££
City of Westminster, Covent Garden
"The Plantain taco is amazing; almost don't miss California."(7 Tips)
"Pork pibil is a must if you eat pork!"(7 Tips)
"Love the Wahaca selection for 2, great value and a mix of dishes."(5 Tips)
"Don't forget to top it off with Churros for dessert!"(10 Tips)
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TravelerMay 23, 2018When u walk in London “ Covent Garden” , trust me don’t miss this amazing restaurant. Best Mexican place in London with amazing manager. ;)
NorahDecember 7, 2014Guacamole is perfect, make sure they get you the right order I asked for chicken burritos and got something without chicken! The manager did not believe me but then they offered Mojito on the house
Dalia HyslerSeptember 22, 2018Sweet potato & Feta Taquito are by far my favourite item on the menu time and time again. We always get different things and the taquitos. And every time it’s the most yummy thing we order.
Saad M ™August 27, 2016There chips is really good for sides go for sweet potato + the taquitos with feta cheese...I ordered tacos and I think it's average...leave room for dessert ( churros ) 😊🙏
Avneesh KohliSeptember 9, 2018Pretty good Mexican food - their burrito was solid. Really nice ambience too. If you like spicy food, ask for their spicy salsa bottle (they keep it hidden away)
Dena HaghsayJanuary 25, 2017I liked the pork Burrito a lot. It is a crowded place but has a great ambiance at the same time.you may need to wait about 20 mins in weekdays to get a table.their vegetable taco is also really good.
Thomas VerbeekSeptember 24, 2018Best Mexican restaurant I've been so far. Delicious food. They have too much choice but also offer combinations so you don't have to choose yourself. It's very popular but not too loud. Recommended.
Jonathan PayneJune 3, 2018Pop in and grab tacos, great sweet potato tacos and pork pibil, and fish..steak tacos were lacking but all else was good...Wash it down with some cinnamon sweet horchata.. pay with app and leave fast
Anna TjernströmJuly 16, 2018Great Mexican food! My vegetarian tacos where delicious, especially the ones with cactus! Yummy!
NJuly 6, 2021Best taco place in London, my favorite is the slow cooked beef brisket; beyond amazing. Also liked the steak & cheese taco, Al Pastor taco (grilled halloumi & pineapple salsa) & aubergine almond tacos
Gabi MetzMay 6, 2016Amazing food! The plantain, sweet potato and pork tacos were delicious.. As was everything else. Leave room for the churros and salted caramel ice cream!
Ahmad AlfilimbanyNovember 6, 2018Great mexican food. I recommend Guacamole with tortilla chips and 3 grilled Chicken & avocado soft corn tacos
Maddalena MagroFebruary 21, 2016Loved this restaurant. The food is delicious, prices are good and staff is friendly. For first time visitors, definitely take the "Introduction" for 2, which are the chef's recommended dishes!
GerardJuly 12, 2015Nice basic Mexican food, fresh quality ingredients, properly cooked and spicy. Definitely not like the typical shit you get in most "Mexican" restaurants around Europe. Tacos are great!
Fathima DadaJanuary 21, 2017Good Mexican food in a festive atmosphere. The guacamole could be spiked up a bit with more lime and chilli though. Tacos are outrageously delicious. Owner once won master chef apparently!
Brad ThiesDecember 26, 2017There is a reason this place rates high-it's all good! It's a good thing too because the waitress suggested that two or three orders from the center of the menu would suffice-that's 9 tacos!
Marco GomezSeptember 22, 2014The pork pibil is on spot. The rice has cilantro, which gives a special flavour. Only downside is the lack of tortillas for bigger plates, which are a must with any mexican food. Mexican approved.
JayJuly 28, 2016Best Mexican restaurant in London! Try the chili quesadilla, the cod, sweet potato, chicken tacos. Basically everything is good!- Rakhee RadiaAugust 7, 2014What's good? Everything! Even for a veggie there is so much choice. Delicious, generous portions and not expensive. Busy even on a weekday evening but well worth a 20min wait. Cocktails great too!
S G YAugust 27, 2015It used to be really good back in 2010-11 but now the innovative flavors are gone just as the seasonal menus. If you like the sweet-spicy mix, try the plantain tacos, one of the few tasty dishes left.
Budoor BaharethSeptember 21, 2016The pablano taco, potato with chickpeas wrap is amazing! the vegetarian options are endless. Have the salted caramel ice-cream and bitter chocolate.
S AMarch 25, 2018Being familiar with Mexican foods, I often have high expectations that few restaurants can meet. Wahaca is one of the few rare places that exceeded my expectations. Ask for Linda.
SchenniverMarch 29, 2015Sweet potato fries are really delicious, I tried tacos with chicken and tostados with beans also: both tasty and nicely spiced.
Kieron WoodhouseSeptember 10, 2015Great tasting Mexican food that doesn't cost too much! The Mexican Feast sharing option was plenty of food for two including Churros for dessert, and I enjoyed all of it, would recommend!
AdriánJuly 5, 2015Not necessarily 100% Mexican but they have good food. The MSC Tacos were really, really good. Always have Horchata to drink, is a beautiful gift from Mexico to the world.
שרון בראלFebruary 3, 2019Everything is delicious!!The Chicken taco you'll have to order twice 👌👍😱Great fresh Mexican high-end food and cocktails
Selene LiszkaApril 16, 2012Appallingly misspelled Mexican, this place is authentic Mexican and not TexMex, very good and cheap. I recommend the Chorizo quesadilla provided and for about £8. The line is out the door by 6:30 PM.
Paulina PardoAugust 19, 2016Cochinita (pork) tacos were almost perfect, steak and cheese were also ok... horchata water was like in Mexico! Churros with Cajeta were nice too but I didn't like the hot chocolate.
Andrew MarksDecember 25, 2014Get the pork tacos and the sweet potato taquitos. It's not authentic Mexican food, but it is tasty as anything. Fried plantains make for a great small desert.
Tony OcasioJune 9, 2012The frijoles are off the chain. Place is also very affordable, just get two street food portions and a small side; less than £15 if u drink water. Very nice vibe and decor as well!!!
Brandon BettencourtOctober 21, 2015Plantain tacos, chorizo and potato quesadilla are great. They had octopus and scallop ceviche on a special menu and it was amazing
Effie MintsiJanuary 26, 2015Everything was amazing and so so tasty! Slow cooked pork burrito, huitlacoche quesadillas and pork pibil tacos. Really friendly staff and lovely atmosphere.
Jo HalsteadSeptember 14, 2012Lovely fresh and zingy flavours, my fave Mexican in London. Canteen-like atmosphere so not ideal for a romantic dinner, but if you want wolf down some tacos then this is ideal.- Vessy TashevaJuly 2, 2012A lovely place with delicious Mexican food, nice service, great tequila cocktails, and a cool concept as a whole. Try the ceviche tostada (w/ scallops and shrimps)
NiKkOs@n (ニコラ)April 23, 2012The "street tacos" are to die for. Relatively inexpensive food with great atmosphere. It gets absolutely PACKED after 7.30p, wait at the bar with a margarita or a mojito! Cheers!
RAY AAlAJuly 26, 2018Too hungry to snap about it , it was interesting, nice vibe , great service and it’s got multiple locations.. I’d definitely recommend it for a bowl of taco
Karla RuizJuly 12, 2015I think I just found my little mexican heaven in Covent Garden. Great freshly-made reasonably-priced food!!!
PaulJuly 21, 2015Surprisingly good. Better than the branch over at Westfield. Good service, relatively quick to get a table even on Saturday evenings.- tatiana to_the_windMay 21, 2019Delicious food, would definitely recommend giving a try to a few smaller dishes if visiting for the first time! :)
Adam LescisinApril 27, 2013awesome place... some wait for table but it's worth it. forget the full meals, go for mix of the street food, mojitos and the guacamole...
Miroslav VitanovMay 30, 2017Very nice place, the food is very good. The service is really quick and the staff was polite.
Ben BesseyDecember 22, 2015Sub-par service, but the food is excellent. The bean dishes are a particular highlight (including those that come as sides with larger dishes).
Nadine HimmerAugust 6, 2013Great and affordable food. It's hard to not order everything on the menu. Must try: the cactus/courgette tacos and plaintains tacos.
Foxxy BDecember 2, 2017At first glance it’s a pricey chain (for the NYCers, a la Dos Caminos), but dig a bit deeper & you see that they care about their sourcing, recycling, & footprint: props. Nothing is spicy; service OK.- Naser Al AnaziOctober 16, 2021Beef brisket tasty, veggie nachos are a must, chicken taco is good also.. friendly vibe and atmosphere
Hui-ern NgSeptember 29, 2014Love the pork tacos and must get churros! Perfectly crunchy and the hot choc isn't over bearing
- Chad HornerMay 3, 2017stick with the small plates part of the menu (with tacos, enchiladas, flautas) so you can try a few things
What can you say about Wahaca? Sublime food. Go for street food and have a bit of this and that. The chicken mole is awesome! Have flan de la casa for dessert. Well worth the wait!
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Serving fresh & vibrant Mexican street food, inspired by the delicious small plates found in Oaxacan markets, with tasty cocktails & lively soundtracks. From Masterchef winner Thomasina Miers.
Open until 11:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Wed, Sun
- Noon–10:00 PM
- Thu–Sat
- Noon–11:00 PM
+44 20 7240 1883
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