Great authentic Mexican atmosphere! With clean restaurant and bathrooms this place has it all food and drinks included! Prices are great and staff as well! It's hard to find good service and this place does it well! It's refreshing to find a place where the staff is extra helpful and the food is just as amazing! read more

Wahaca - Mexican Near Me - London, XGL

Great reasonably priced Mexican for London. The location is very casual, the food solid and the beers cold ;) Excellent view and location on SouthBank. Tip from our waiter Jose, Steak from the grill, as I am Canadian wasn't expecting much for that price in London, 5 stars, excellent rub, cooked perfectly medium rare! Yum!! read more

Delicious, fresh, flavorful Mexican. Drinks are wonderful and creative. (I think we had a drink for every taco haha). The pork pibil and fish tacos were great as were the tostadas and super fresh guac. We're from America where yummy Mexican offerings are on almost every corner and I wasn't disappointed. The service was friendly and the space is bright and fun. We came for late lunch and had a great experience. read more

We were here on Monday night for the screening of an episode of co-owner Thomasina Miers Mexican cooking show. We spent all night in the downstairs bar enjoying (tequila filled)cocktails, I'd recommend the Mayan Gold, it tasted fantastic and packed a punch. After enjoying the drinks, tortilla chips and outstanding Salsa we spend the next 30 minutes watching the show, which is well worth tuning into. Once the program finished we we treated to some excellent tacos, quesadillas and other treats, all of which we fantastic and did a pretty good job soaking up all the tequila we had consumed. On our way out we were given a goodie bag containing everything we needed to make the salsa Thomasina made on the show. All in all it was a fantastic night and Wahaca is always a pleasure to visit! read more

I loved it! We were invited to celebrate the launch of Mexican Food Made Simple. Sarah from Qype was a perfect host and made us feel very welcome! The food and drinks were mouthwatering. The decor was fun, with a spinny chair disguised as a pot! People were friendly and we had so much laughter! I felt like I was on holiday! The goody bag was such a nice surprise and I really enjoyed making the salsa after watching how Tommi did it! I love love loved it! Thank you so much! read more

I really like this place, and I would go back again. To join the broken record bandwagon, yes, Mexican food is pretty sparse in London so that gives this place a star. Also, it's yummy Mexican food, and they have a fair amount of vegetarian options. I've been twice and what I've had are: - sweet potato taquitos: GET THESE. So delicious with crumbled cheese on top oh god, my mouth is watering just remembering. They are about a medium+ level of spicy though, which some of my [weaker] friends were put off by. - bean and cheese quesadilla: good for those wary of spice, and still scrumptious - sweet potato side: yes, okay, I like sweet potatoes. Moving on. These are good too though. Big chunky cubes, easy on the marinade, and with a kick. - guacamole & tortilla chips: fresh sharing starter - chocolate tres leche cake: this was also a big hit. Dense chocolately goodness slowly drowning in the melting peanut butter ice cream. *weeps* Other things to note is the atmosphere seems to be half what you pay for. It's packed and bustling which I don't mind because that's city life at its best. The decor is super nice with glass windows and walls and the downstairs tequila bar is crowded in a good way as well--but is also where you will inevitably be waiting for eternity for your table. Both times I've been here have been for dinner, and the wait has been over 45 minutes. Which is fine if you're with good friends, but frustrating if you're starving. Still, I like it and want to go again. read more

The good bit: wait was reasonable for a sunday bank holiday w/e evening. Told over 1hr, but sat within ~30mins. The less good bits: bench seat covers were dirty. handed menus but not advised what was no longer available. So choice of sides were restricted to 3 of 5 (no corn or sweet potato fries!). Then handed menus for desert and again not told what wasn't available! Not sure if customers expected to be psychic. read more

I have yet to have a bad experience at Wahaca! I started off with a Classic margarita- which is one of the best in Soho. The enchiladas suizas were out of this world. The tomatillo sauce has tons of flavour with a nice kick too. And ask for Eric as your waiter! He has a very outgoing personality and will give you great service read more

Never tasted tequila like this. Sipping instead of shoting. So good. The plantain tacos is a must. Sweet and spicy at the same time. But above all else order the Horchata!! read more

Wahaca - Horchata. - Mexican Near Me - London, XGL

WA-HA-CA Is a good 'Mexican' staple for a quick dining out option. I've spent a lot of time in the States and been to Mexico and hear the cries constantly of Mexican restaurants that it's not authentic or traditional etc. etc. This isn't really what Wahaca is about. They have some ingredients and ideas taken from Mexican cooking and have put their own twist and style to them. It's nothing groundbreaking but i've been several times and everyone i know likes coming here as it has a fun and relaxed atmosphere and everyone likes small plates so there's plenty to share. Well not everyone likes this as people get very VERY precious about their food but sharing is caring folks. They have a good selection of tacos, empanadas, taquitos, quesadillas and more. All are tasty, but not groundbreaking. They also have larger plates and plenty of salad options. These aren't fantastic real Mexican flavour dishes, they are good but this is a meal where 2 people can easy be full and have a couple of drinks for £30 or less so don't expect a quinceañera in your mouth. However, if you want an option that doesn't break the bank, is tasty, fun and where you'll get to try a few new things then absolutely give Wahaca a go. You can't book a table in advance though so every one i have been to come stocked with a bar area where you can try some standard Mexican beers and cocktails. I've been to this location a couple of times now and in terms of service the second was absolutely great, an attentive waiter who didn't come over anymore than he needed to, and when we did need him, he was over right away. The first time however we had a near constant bombardment of asking are we SURE we don't want to order anything else as she was placing dishes on our table. The pushiness and annoyance of being asked how everything is every few minutes each time with a full mouth got old quickly. Other than that though don your metaphorical sombrero and get your taco on. read more

We came to Wahaca expecting a decent attempt at Mexican food in London, but they absolutely exceeded our expectations. Each location seems to produce the same quality of food, which is a huge nod to the chefs. We went to the Southbank location last night and the Soho location tonight. We ordered some of the same items at both locations and the dishes were so similar in flavor, I forgot we were at a different restaurant. The Vampiro juice is really refreshing, despite its dark color. The Classic Margarita is excellent and leaves you wanting anything round. The Twisted Mojito DF is good, but I prefer mojitos with rum instead of tequila as they use here. The standout items were the Pork Pibil Tacos; the Plantain Tacos; the Tender, Marinated Chicken Taquitos; the Broccoli with Green Goddess dressing; and the Sweet Potato side. The pork tacos are so amazing I swear you could drink the juice by itself. The chipotle sauce used on the taquitos is a perfect blend of smoky and sweet, with a hint of spice. The potatoes are perfectly cooked and seasoned, I just wish you got more with your order. Overall, I love this place. I just wish we had it in the U.S. read more

Loved it. Place was busy but got a table for 1 in 5 minutes. Had guacamole dip and chips with three slow pork tacos with spicy pickled pink onion. Tacos were incredible. Little smaller than in Mexico and US but very filling. Had a Hibiscus soft drink. Good music, lots of young groups with lively conversation in the room that had a vibrant colorful atmosphere. Staff was friendly and efficient. read more

Wahaca - Slow cooked pork tacos with spicy pickled onions - Mexican Near Me - London, XGL

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Just meh. Boring food. Terrible service. It feels like a chain and it acts like one. I would not recommend it to anyone.

Huge place, but yet they manage to keep the service friendly and efficient. Food was delicious too. Would be back!

Great food, ambience and value for money. Also really fresh and light food which is unlike most other Mexican restaurants. The salad was surprisingly delicious and the sweet potato and feta taquitos are a must try read more

This is my favorite Mexican restaurant in London town. I have eaten in both Covent Garden and Soho locations and would recommend to all my friends. I prefer the decor/design and layout of the Soho locale and the visuals throughout compliment the vibrant atmosphere. This is a great place to go and feast, sample and share the flavorful food with your friends/partners/family/sister from another mister and brother from another mothers. Make sure to pick up and plant your matches! read more

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The burritos were great, but take a pass on the fish tacos, unless you want a sort of deep fried fish (that you could get at any fish and chip shop). Drink sizes seem a bit small and pricey, but overall good quality. Our server also forgot to bring our requested Guacamole to the table until we were almost done with our meal, which reflects poorly on Wahaca, but I understand that it may have been the server forgot. read more

Once seated, we got off to a bad start with a rather brusque waitress, who crossed that fine line between efficient and unpleasant with considerable aplomb. The waitress may well have 'explained' the menu and how to order, but she spoke so fast, and with such a strong accent that it was impossible to follow. Anyway, I'd been to Wahaca's before so knew what to order. Before long our food came, with the typical Wagamama's style trade mark of haphazard, staggered delivery. Chorizo and potato quesadilla: this was supremely cheesy, with not much chorizo flavor, but all round general yummiest. I'm a big fan of this. Black bean and cheese quesadilla: Rather too much black bean compared to cheese, and the flavor became a little monotonous quite quickly. Needs more flavoring or spice. Green rice: Ignore the fact this rice seems rather boil in the bag and a little cooler than expected the flavoring of herbs in this rice is fantastic. It acts as a perfect foil to the cheesier parts of the menu. Sweet potato chunks: Delicious. Cooked till tender then deep fried with herbs and spices, these are crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and the sweet taste is not overpowering. One of my friends did get a dessert, which will be familiar to anyone who has been to La Tasca. Churros (doughnut twists deep fried) with a dark chocolate dipping sauce. Delicious, but greasy. If you don't mind the grease smeared all over your fingers, then you won't mind this dessert at all. All in all, the service was unimpressive, but I will be back, as I've always had great service before. read more

I will start my review by saying that I am of Mexican heritage. Having grown up eating this food, I am throwing in my 2 cents. Having moved to England a few months ago, I had been really eager to try Mexican food here from a chef who knows what the food and culture is all about. I'd seen Thomasina Miers show on TV, cooking with Mexican men and women in their homes and restaurants in Mexico. She knows the ingredients well and can pronounce them like a native Mexican. Her enthusiasm for the culture and cuisine is evident . So, the restaurant. It's not "authentic" per se, but more like an introduction to Mexican food for those uninitiated. There are nods to authentic flavors, but they have been modified a bit for England(which is understandable). The pork tacos I ordered were flavorful and the meat was tender. However, they were sopping wet, with at least a tablespoon of liquid dripping off each one. Considering how small tacos are, this was an issue. If I were having a stew this would have been great, but I was having a taco. The chicken tostadas were tasty. The garnishes were modern, fresh and crunchy. However, on such a small and thin vessel, the toppings were far too high. Am I eating a skyscraper or a tostada? The only thing that saved the tostada from breaking into a million pieces, were my years of experience eating these. Any wrong move and the whole thing would have collapsed or toppled over. The horchata was a disappointment. It's one of my favorite drinks. It lacked cinnamon and was watered down. Think milk + water. Literally. The churros were not good. I've had all kinds of churros, from Mexican street vendors, restaurants, fast-food chains, and have even made them at home. I had high hopes. They were chewy and tough(wth) and were piped way too thickly. They were not light and crispy. I've had better churros in England from a Spanish market vendor in Leamington Spa. The Mexican hot chocolate was made with almond milk(pretty sure). No. I know this is a modern take, but at least try to make up for the switch-up with spices. It had none and honestly tasted like someone had added a packet of chocolate powder to milk. A little confusing to say the least. I will summarize by saying that the entrees were tasty, but the desserts and drinks were oddly bad. Seemingly simple things, were uncharacteristically bad. My overall opinion of Wahaca is that it is representing Mexican food pretty accurately considering the location, England. If you are new to Mexican food, this is a great introduction. Lastly, I really hope they jazz up the decor. Mexico is about color and joy. The restaurant closely resembles an IKEA dining hall, but with a few more colors. There are ways to stay modern, while integrating the culture you are representing. read more

Recommended if you're in the mood of Mexican taste. Home made food, cheap price. You'll be full with 2/3 small platters for person. Tacos are delicious! read more

Wahaca - Mexican Near Me - London, XGL

Amazing interior design , the avocado salad was great , sweet potato was good , guacamole not nice at all full of onion , we order the steak tacos not good , the service is poor , I like the place only . read more

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Amazing place.. Their guacamole is awesome! And all the service is perfect.. They always try to help you with the orders if you have some problems. Try also the plantain taco! read more

It's exotic food adapted to a local audience, sold in a nice setting. Wahaca has nothing to do with true Oaxaca-style mexican cooking, which would be different kinds of mole, loads of black beans, chapulines on cream and excellent mezcal. I've been to Oaxaca recently and I loved the food, so to me this was a bit of a dissapointment, as I expected something different. The food was ok, especially the meaty tacos and tostadas where nice, we had a seasonal special which was spicy beef - this was clearly my favourite. Taquitos and quesadillas were not memorable, neither was the guacamole. But hey - Mexico is far away, I get it. If anybody reading this knows a truly traditional mexican place, feel free to tell me! I'd be very glad! read more

Brilliant food and friendly service. This is my favourite place to bring people to eat when they visit me. Everything is tasty and portion sizes are just right for me off the street food menu. Love it! read more

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I love Wahaca, we arrived at 9 and were told it was a 30 minute wait. After 10 minutes we were offered a table with another couple - only downside really as an Englishman I found this a tad awkward. Our waitress was lovely and attentive if a bit rushed off her feet and the open windows really allowed a lot of air to circulate through the restaurant on a mild summers evening. The food itself was very good, I can only imagine some of the margins they have on the products though. The broccoli dish was delicious of course but quite overpriced. My favourite dish of the evening was the Sweet Potato Taquitos (we decided to be a fat and ordered it again). Oh and the cocktails were glorious as well. I would recommend the Gin Sling (our waitresses favourite). We didn't go for dessert as we had already stuffed ourselves full so I can't comment on that but I plan to in the future.... Overall very good food, lovely service and a cool, relaxed atmosphere for a Saturday Summer evening on Southbank. I will definitely be returning. read more

Great environment downstairs with music and delicious margaritas, but upstairs in the restaurant the experience was not very pleasant. I was given a dirty glass for my water that smelled AWFUL and then the enchiladas I ordered were swimming in cream sauce, had poor quality chicken bits, and lacked much flavor. wish I had gotten the smaller street food plates. read more

Wahaca - Chicken Enchiladas - Mexican Near Me - London, XGL

We tried a lot of dishes most of them from the starters and all of them were really tasty and different. They do amazing sweet potato tacos which are a must try!! read more

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This is the place i always take my friends when they first come to visit me in London, the food is cheap and the service has always been good. I must point out that you cannot book tables, but I always believe its worth the wait. read more

Great Mexican food at affordable prices and not too spicy (which was good for me, though you can have it spicy if that's how you like your food)! Also quite a few vegetarian options, which was also great for me. The Vegetarian Quesadilla with beans and cheese was my favourite! Really nice atmosphere and interior. Also liked the fact that you can order several portions of different dishes and then share with your friends. Will definitely go there again soon! read more

Coming from San Francisco I warned myself not to set high expectations for a Mexican joint so far away. However I was excited to see a large variety and most of the meats I'm used to in this popular area of central London. They do some really interesting things, such as the Herron Tostada meal, and the burritos made with Indian-type (long grain) rice. The guacamole is tasty and the other sauces are spicy and fresh, including the chicken mole. The drinks are great too and a large menu is offered to accompany your meal. Maybe some of the dishes are quite small, but the explosive taste compensates for this slight issue. This place is the bomb. Don't say that in London though, you might get in trouble. read more

Whenever people say they want Mexican, I insist we go to Wahaca. I have a feeling that the Covent Garden branch might be slightly better in terms of food, but the tequila bar in the Soho branch is a true highlight. Since the lines tend to be monumental for dinner, it was a great idea to create a sort of hangout space for people to wait until their buzzer rings. read more

Amazing Mexican street food! Pork Pibils are the best. Really cool bar/ football table area downstairs (which isn't open on Sundays)... read more

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Cheap, quick, tasty!!! Delicious place, were service is always very good and fresh, staff is friendly. Usually take the street food selection to share, with some Guacamole, and that is just the best thing! Salads are also very generous and taste amazing. A place I am taking people to when we go central and want something affordable and exotic! Always very busy... Can not disappoint! read more

This place is staggering! I'm not an expert in Mexican food but found this place really interesting while visiting London last time. In the heart of Soho there is inconspicuous from outside but admirable from inside restaurant. It's always full of people but the friendly staff will surely find you a table. The idea of this place is to taste a couple of mexican dishes instead of getting a full one. Personally I've tried a pork bill tacos, chicken quajillo tostadas and chipotle chicken quesadillas. The first one i can higly recommend. Remind that most of the dishes are very spicey so they give you a free water which is reasonable and quite nice. It's pricey to taste a mexican food here, especially because the portions aren't very big, but for sure you won't regret. read more

The vibe on of this small restaurant along the Thames is casual yet trendy. Its a great place to come with friends for a tapas-like experience of tasting many dishes and sharing across the table. Try the Chicken Taquitos and the Chorizo & Potato Quesadilla. For a bit of a larger plate, try the Slow-cooked Pork Burrito with a dab of the habanero salsa that is bottled on the table if you like a strong spice! Make sure to try their many flavors of margaritas with your meal, especially the Passion Fruit Margarita, which is divine! Drink it slowly though! It tastes so sweet and fruity you could forget that there is alcohol in it. read more

Good food great service and for a short time only on the special menu chapulines fundido thats Mexican crickets to you and me. With onions chilli's and cheese, try if your brave! read more

Wahaca - Decor - Mexican Near Me - London, XGL

I visited Wahaca Southbank on Sunday evening, around 6pm. It was busier than I expected! Was given a buzzer and told there'd be an 45 minute wait, which I wasn't keen on. Waited 10 minutes at the bar (only 1 barman serving), 15 minutes later a table was available. Glad I stayed :) Service was friendly and the food came quite quickly. I had ordered steak tacos, sweet potato taquitos and black bean quesadillas. The steak was tender, quesadillas were made tastier with some of the hot and fruity sauce. There was a mix up with the order and I got the sweet potato side (looked very small, maybe 4 pieces). I asked for the taquitos instead and the waitress was swift and pleasant in rectifying this. I found the taquitos quite strange in texture (blue corn tortillas were chewy in places and crispy in others) but the taste of the sweet potato filling was delicious, and the fresh lettuce and tomato topping was fresh and perfectly complementary. Reasonably priced with small dishes and most drinks averaging at about £4 each. Service was warm and efficient. I left feeling full and satisfied but not heavy or stuffed. Would definitely recommend. read more

LOVE Wahaca! The perfect social spot for big groups or small groups, the service is always so, so quick and you never have to wait long for a table. The food is always delicious and there is just enough to fill you up, but you never feel like you have spent too much money. I love the steak meals and the sweet potato fries. The best Mexican in London for sure! read more

Food was good! Main issue was the service. It was awful. I counted that my waiter had 10 tables on a Friday night around 7 pm. He was very friendly but stretched way too thin. I got my drink-- Citrus Fizz-- which was tasty. Problem was that my glass was empty by the time my food came. No one offered to get me another drink and no one came back to check on me so I couldn't even ask for another :( Meal was delivered and the waiter did not come back after to check to make sure it was correct and that it was good. Took forever to get the check. Very frustrating because it has potential but I won't go back because service can make or break a meal. read more

I stumbled upon this place accidentally, and had some of the best authentic Mexican tacos I've ever had! I sat down at the "Taco Away" bar, and had the pleasure of being served by Ricardo, an outstanding cook and really nice guy. He was a joy to speak to while I enjoyed my meal. The food was amazing.. The "BLT" tacos are worth the trip out here. read more

Wahaca - Ricardo preparing my "BLAT" taco! - Mexican Near Me - London, XGL

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