North London Taco Crawl

Explore 5 amazing taco spots across Camden, Islington and Highgate in this curated North London taco adventure!

About This Crawl

This North London taco crawl takes you through 5 exceptional taco spots spanning Camden, Islington, and Highgate. You'll experience everything from traditional Mexican street tacos to modern fusion creations, all within a walkable route that can be completed in a single afternoon or split across multiple visits.

Each location has been personally vetted and reviewed, with detailed notes on what makes each spot special and which menu items you shouldn't miss.

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The Spots

El Pastorcito

★★★★★ 4.8/5
££

Camden Market, Camden Lock Pl, London NW1 8AF

A smaller outpost of the Borough Market favorite, serving exceptional tacos al pastor sliced directly from the trompo.

Al Pastor Handmade Tortillas Market Setting
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Hermanos Taqueria

★★★★☆ 4.5/5
££

132 Chapel Market, London N1 9AE

An Islington gem serving authentic Mexican street tacos with a focus on slow-cooked meats and vegan options.

Birria Tacos House Salsas Vegan Options
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Casa Pastor

★★★★☆ 4.6/5
£££

Coal Drops Yard, King's Cross, London N1C 4DQ

A vibrant taqueria in Coal Drops Yard with a buzzing atmosphere, excellent margaritas, and a diverse taco menu.

Al Pastor Seafood Tacos Cocktails
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Tacos Padre

★★★★☆ 4.7/5
££

The Courtyard, Camden Market, London NW1 8AL

Authentic Mexican street food with an emphasis on regional specialties and seasonal ingredients.

Cochinita Pibil Seasonal Menu Outdoor Seating
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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.

Suadero Tacos Authentic Style BYOB
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Crawl Tips

  • This crawl works best on weekends when all locations are open
  • Start at El Pastorcito in Camden and end at La Chingada in Hackney
  • Budget around £5-8 per taco location (2 tacos per spot is usually perfect)
  • Total walking time between all locations is approximately 45 minutes
  • Allow 3-4 hours for the complete experience

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