A bright, clamorous cantina bringing authentic regional Mexican flavours to London, famous for its insect-garnished guacamole and large-format barbacoa.
Ordering Strategy
The tacos are small and can add up quickly; better to share the 'Guacamole with Grasshoppers' and one of the large 'Principal' dishes like the Lamb Shank or Short Rib. Book the Marylebone location for a slightly plusher, booth-friendly experience.
What to order
Guacamole with Grasshoppers
This is the restaurant's 'signature' dish and 'famous' starter. The freshly chopped guacamole is topped with deep-fried insects that offer a unique salty 'crunch' and texture.
Barbacoa Lamb Shank
One of the restaurant's 'large-format plates,' this dish represents the heartier side of the menu, moving beyond simple tacos to offer a substantial, charcoal-grilled feast.
Prawn Aguachile
A 'form of ceviche' found on the specials board that provides a 'burst of heat' and a 'liberal application of lime,' drawing comparisons to the bright, punchy seafood dishes of Thailand.
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Top critic: Jay Rayner (90%)
⚠ Andy Hayler had reservations
Editorial Weight 55 pts
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Agreement 7 pts
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Coverage 10 pts
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Public Signal 9 pts
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Boosts 0 pts
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2 Elite · 2 Editorial · 6 total signals
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4.4★ (2,500 reviews)
Good to know
The London Bridge location can get very loud due to hard surfaces and music. Bottomless brunch is a popular draw on weekends.
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