East London Taco Crawl

From Hackney to Shoreditch, discover authentic Mexican flavors in this creative, hipster-friendly taco journey!

About This Crawl

East London's creative energy extends to its taco scene, with exciting fusion tacos alongside authentic Mexican flavors. This crawl takes you through 5 exceptional taco spots in Hackney, Shoreditch, and London Fields, showcasing the area's innovative culinary spirit alongside traditional techniques.

Whether you're looking for classic street-style tacos or creative interpretations with local ingredients, East London's taco scene offers something for every palate.

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The Spots

Pako Taco

Address: 17-19 Dalston Lane, London E8 3DF

Highlight: Fusion tacos blending Pakistani and Mexican flavors.

Quesabirria Nihari Elote Gol Gappe Creative Fusion
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Pako Taco

Address: 17-19 Dalston Lane, London E8 3DF

Highlight: Fusion tacos with a Pakistani twist.

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Sonora Taqueria

★★★★★ 4.8/5
££

Netil Market, 13-23 Westgate St, London E8 3RL

Northern Mexican-inspired spot specializing in flour tortillas made fresh daily, with a focus on carne asada and other regional specialties.

Flour Tortillas Carne Asada Market Setting
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La Chingada

★★★★★ 4.9/5
££

12 Morning Ln, London E9 6NA

No-nonsense, authentic Mexican taqueria serving some of the most traditional tacos in London, including hard-to-find cuts like suadero.

Suadero Tacos Authentic Style BYOB
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Del 74

★★★★☆ 4.4/5
££

129 Kingsland High St, London E8 2PB

Fun, lively taqueria with a dive bar vibe, excellent happy hour deals, and a menu of traditional tacos with modern twists.

Baja Fish Taco Mezcal Cocktails Lively Atmosphere
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Club Mexicana

★★★★☆ 4.5/5
££

Kingly Court, London W1B 5PW

Innovative vegan Mexican street food with creative plant-based alternatives that will impress even dedicated carnivores.

Vegan Jackfruit Carnitas Creative Menu
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Taca Tacos

★★★★★ 4.6/5
££

Arch, 377 Mentmore Terrace, London E8 3PH

Small, authentic taqueria focusing on regional Mexican specialties with a rotating menu of seasonal offerings.

Lamb Barbacoa Homemade Tortillas Seasonal Menu
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Crawl Tips

  • This crawl works best on weekends when the markets are open for Sonora Taqueria
  • Consider starting at Sonora Taqueria around lunchtime, as they often sell out by mid-afternoon
  • La Chingada is BYOB, so pick up drinks beforehand if desired
  • Public transport is recommended between some locations
  • Allow 4-5 hours for the complete experience, including travel time

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