Best Mexican Restaurants in the UK and Ireland

The 5 best Mexican restaurants in the UK and Ireland are shown below. Our unique ranking algorithm factors in the ratings from the Michelin Guide, the AA Guide and more, to make it easy to find the best Mexican (or Mexican influenced) restaurants (including any Michelin Star Mexican restaurants and Mexican AA Rosette restaurants). Explore these award winning restaurants below via the easy to browse restaurant grid, or check out the full top 5 restaurants interactive map. Click any restaurant to view extensive information including contact details and guide awards history.
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In the UK's diverse culinary realm, the phenomenon of Mexican cuisine has risen from the sidelines to the spotlight, delighting the judicious British palate with a colourful montage of flavours. The restaurant scene is punctuated by establishments that serve everything from street-style Mexico City Tacos to innovative haute cuisine, and testament to this, Mexican food has capably transitioned from quintessential street food to a presence at the high-end dining stratum. Esteemed chefs have championed the culinary theatre of Mexican cuisine and elevated the perception of their festive fare. Among them, celebrity chef Martha Ortiz's Ella Canta in central London paints a picture of culinary artistry with its gastronomically daring dishes. Meanwhile, discerning gourmands looking for a more refined culinary experience find their sanctum at the high-end Peyotito in Notting Hill, prized for its modern, yet authentic take on Mexican cuisine. Mestizo, in Camden, is the personification of homely Mexican gastronomy, with its meticulously curated and ambitious menu, which includes their exotic guacamole made at your table to exquisite mole recipes. The UK's Mexican restaurant scene, with its tantalising flavours, vivid aesthetics, and playful contemporary twists, is a vibrant testament to the dynamism and diversity of Britain's culinary landscape.

Best Mexican Restaurants FAQs

Which is the best Mexican restaurant in the UK and Ireland?

The best Mexican restaurant in the UK and Ireland is KOL in London (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Santiago Lastra serves up award winning Mexican Cuisine. KOL currently holds 1 Michelin Star and 3 AA Rosettes.

How many award winning Mexican restaurants are there in the UK and Ireland?

In total, there are 5 award winning Mexican restaurants in the UK and Ireland, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

How many Mexican Michelin Star restaurants are there in the UK and Ireland?

There is currently a single listed Mexican Michelin Star restaurant in the UK and Ireland which holds 1 Michelin star. There are also 4 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

How many Mexican AA Rosette restaurants are there in the UK and Ireland?

There is currently a single listed AA Rosette Mexican restaurant in the UK and Ireland which holds 3 AA Rosettes.