South London Taco Crawl

Discover hidden taco gems in Brixton, Peckham, and Borough in this eclectic South London taco journey!

About This Crawl

South London's taco scene might fly under the radar, but it's home to some of the city's most authentic and innovative Mexican spots. This crawl takes you through 5 exceptional taco joints spanning Brixton Market's bustling lanes to Borough Market's renowned food stalls and Peckham's up-and-coming culinary landscape.

From family-run taquerias serving traditional recipes to chef-driven concepts pushing the boundaries of Mexican cuisine, our South London crawl showcases the area's diverse and exciting taco offerings.

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The Spots

Taqueria DF

★★★★☆ 4.5/5
££

Market Row, Brixton, London SW9 8PS

Authentic Mexico City-style tacos in the heart of Brixton Market, with handmade tortillas and traditional fillings.

Campechano Taco Handmade Tortillas Market Setting
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Santo Remedio

★★★★★ 4.7/5
£££

152 Tooley St, London SE1 2TU

Elevated Mexican cuisine with a focus on regional specialties and seasonal ingredients, in a stylish setting near London Bridge.

Soft Shell Crab Taco Mezcal Selection Upscale Dining
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Tortilla Feliz

★★★★☆ 4.3/5
££

126 Peckham High St, London SE15 5ED

Family-run taqueria serving authentic, home-style Mexican cooking with a focus on traditional recipes and techniques.

Carnitas Taco House Salsas Family Recipes
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El Pastor

★★★★★ 4.8/5
£££

7A Stoney St, London SE1 9AA

Borough Market institution known for their exceptional tacos al pastor, with meat sliced directly from the trompo.

Taco Al Pastor House Tortillas Borough Market
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Mestizo

★★★★☆ 4.4/5
££

103 Hampstead Rd, London NW1 3EL

Authentic Mexican restaurant with a vast menu of regional specialties, including a dedicated taco section with unique options.

Tacos Dorados Regional Varieties Extensive Menu
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Crawl Tips

  • This crawl is best tackled on a Saturday when Brixton Market and Borough Market are both open
  • Start at Taqueria DF in Brixton and work your way north to El Pastor and Santo Remedio
  • Santo Remedio is more upscale - consider making a reservation, especially for dinner hours
  • Public transport is recommended between locations - the crawl spans multiple neighborhoods
  • Allow 5-6 hours for the complete experience, including travel time

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