El Pastor

Restaurant | London | Angleterre | Royaume Uni

Cuisine mexicaine authentique à Londres

Le restaurant "El Pastor" à Londres est une petite chaîne de taquerías mexicaines qui s'est fait un nom grâce à sa cuisine authentique et son ambiance vivante. Inspiré par les expériences des fondateurs, les frères Hart, Sam, Eddie et James, ainsi que Crispin Somerville, qui ont passé ensemble plus d'une décennie à Mexico, "El Pastor" apporte les saveurs et l'esprit des taquerías mexicaines au Royaume-Uni. Le nom du restaurant provient du célèbre "Taco Al Pastor", un plat mexicain emblématique à base de porc mariné, cuit lentement pendant des heures et servi avec des tortillas fraîches – un point fort qui incarne parfaitement la philosophie de la maison.

Meilleurs tacos à essayer à Londres

La cuisine de "El Pastor" met un grand accent sur la qualité et l'origine des ingrédients. Les tortillas sont fabriquées quotidiennement sur place à partir de maïs mexicain local, qui est acquis directement auprès de fermiers mexicains dans le cadre de l'initiative Tamoa, qui les rémunère équitablement pour leurs efforts en faveur de la biodiversité. Ce maïs confère aux tortillas une saveur incomparable et une texture particulière. Parmi les plats remarquables figure le "Taco Al Pastor", qui ravit avec sa viande de porc juteuse, une touche d'ananas et une salsa épicée. Le "Baja Taco", avec son pollock frit croustillant dans une pâte à bière, servi avec un pico de gallo frais, est également très apprécié, offrant un équilibre parfait entre fraîcheur et épices. Pour les amateurs de fruits de mer, il y a de délicieuses options comme les tacos de crevettes, qui séduisent par leur légèreté et leurs saveurs intenses.

Offres de brunch mexicain à Londres

En plus des tacos, "El Pastor" propose également une sélection de tostadas et de quesadillas, agrémentées de salsas fraîches et d'ingrédients de qualité. Une spécialité est le guacamole, qui avec sa consistance crémeuse et son mélange parfait d'avocat, de citron vert et d'épices, ravit de nombreux convives. Ceux qui recherchent quelque chose de copieux trouveront leur bonheur avec les "Carnitas" – de l'étonnante viande de porc mijotée lentement qui fond dans la bouche. Dans certains établissements, comme à Battersea, un brunch mexicain est proposé le week-end, combinant des plats de petit-déjeuner classiques avec des éléments mexicains pour un début de journée tout en finesse.

Tortillas fraîches à partir de maïs mexicain

La carte des boissons est tout aussi impressionnante et reflète la joie de vivre mexicaine. Le tequila et le mezcal sont à l'honneur, que ce soit sous la forme de margaritas robustes, servies de manière classique ou congelée, ou dans des cocktails créatifs avec une touche mexicaine. Le restaurant est particulièrement fier de sa Mezcaleria Colmillo, située au sous-sol du site de Soho, qui offre une vaste sélection de mezcal ainsi que des cocktails préparés avec soin, servis jusqu'à tard dans la nuit. S'y ajoutent des bières mexicaines et la populaire Michelada – une boisson à base de bière épicée qui se marie parfaitement avec les plats.

Atmosphère vivante au restaurant de Londres

L'ambiance de "El Pastor" est vivante et décontractée, caractérisée par un mélange d'esthétique mexicaine et de flair londonien moderne. La décoration combine des éléments rustiques tels que des murs en briques apparentes avec des fresques colorées et une lumière chaleureuse, créant une atmosphère accueillante. Le site de Coal Drops Yard se distingue par son aménagement spacieux et ouvert et un arbre central décoré de guirlandes lumineuses. Les espaces extérieurs, tels que la terrasse chauffée à Battersea, invitent également à la détente et offrent un cadre agréable pour des repas partagés.

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7A Stoney St
SE1 9AA London

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Horaires d'ouverture

Dimanche12:00 - 22:00
Lundi12:00 - 23:00
Mardi12:00 - 23:00
Mercredi12:00 - 23:00
Jeudi12:00 - 23:00
Vendredi12:00 - 23:00
Samedi12:00 - 23:00

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2679 Avis

Ella
02.03.2025

The food was delicious. Was initially worried that the portions looked a bit small but left feeling content. I’m usually not a big pork eater but the Al Pastor was delightful and really succulent. The papas al arbol was also really flavourful. We had the corn cake and tortillas y dulce de leche for dessert which were both really good. The staff were really friendly and attentive. I will definitely be returning!
Hans Ecke
03.06.2024

The refried bean tostadas were good, the guacamole was fresh. And service fast and friendly. But the mezcal-margarita was weak, and the fresh mackerel tacos were really gross, just sour and watery without any interest.
Andréanne Labonté
19.02.2025

The food was quite expensive for what it was. It was okay, nothing out of this world. The service was quite bad as well, not welcoming at all. The atmosphere is quite nice though, especially on warmer evenings.
C K
19.02.2025

Insane Food, authentic mexican cuisine
Becks
17.02.2025

To be honest the food was mid (reasonably priced for central london though). The service was quick but our waiter was SO rude, and a service tip is added onto the end so we ended up tipping for awful service. We understand this would’ve been taken off if we had asked but tbh we just wanted to get out of there at that point. Quite a strange experience
Will
15.02.2025

We dined here over the weekend and for the most part we had a great experience, tasty food, good service and a generally pleasant atmosphere. When the bill arrived, we noticed we’d been charged for a large guacamole, despite specifically ordering the small. A simple fix, one would think? Oh, how naive we were. Instead of a quick correction, we were treated to an unexpected guacamole seminar. Enter the second waiter, who swooped in with two bowls of guacamole like some sort of avocado sommelier, ready to educate us on the dip portioning. Sir, we are grown adults. We politely explained that, yes, we did receive the large however, our issue was that we ordered the small. But alas, our point was lost. We won't be returning!
Cristian Sarango Ajila
15.02.2025

We did our visit for Valentine's Day as we love the food in this lovely place. El Pastor is a place where you could definitely enjoy an authentic flavour of Mexican food, as its tortillas are so authentic. We wanted to say thanks to the team that since we arrived, they showed us attention and time. Especially to Cristian (Gallego), who was our waiter and shared a bit of himself with us. Thanks for your recommendations, Cristian. Gringa quesadilla was actually great, as you said, and the pollo borracho was also beautiful. Ending our night with corn cake and tortillas with dulce de leche (very surprised with this one actually). Very well recommended, and thanks again, Cristian, for your service.
Garrett
11.02.2025

Absolutely delicious tacos and the best guacamole I’ve ever had! The special blood orange margarita was also great. Excellent, attentive, and friendly service too. Our server, Katia, was very kind! We’ll definitely be back!
nicola godsell
08.02.2025

Romain was great! Prompt, friendly and helpful. Food was delicious. I'd highly recommend
Bruno Costa
08.02.2025

Amazing food and perfect service. This score is because of Cristian.
Jaime Cabria
02.02.2025

Buena cantidad de comida y a buen precio. Muy rápidos en servir y darnos mesa. Todo muy bueno. El servicio inmejorable, en especial Juan. Lo recomiendo
Stacey
02.02.2025

Needed somewhere for a late lunch and am so glad I found this place. The waitress gave some recommendations so I went with it and so glad I did. The Gringa quesadilla was really tasty but it's the corn cake that really finished the meal. Easily one of the best desserts I've had.
Hena Akcivi
01.02.2025

The margarita was good but the tacos were very below my expectations.
Nicola Wiszniewska-Lynch
01.02.2025

Thank you so much for an amazing lunch! The food was delicious in a brilliant atmosphere. All of the members of staff we encountered were fantastic - from the hostess who immediately made us feel welcome to our waitress and all other waiting staff. Everyone was friendly and genuinely very good at what they do! It is probably the best service we have received in a London restaurant for a very long time. We would return for that alone. The food was delicious and presented well. We already plan to come back with friends in a few months! It was a great way to celebrate a birthday.
Alice Venessa Bever
28.01.2025

Delicious meal with impeccable service. Great music. Thanks, Cristian for being so kind to me and my baby.
ara kim
26.01.2025

Mid food. Felt rushed the entire time. Just go somewhere else
Johana Hurtado
26.01.2025

💯 recommended! The service was excellent and los tacos! Mucho mas! 😋
Freddie Smith
25.01.2025

We booked for 4 with a specific chair request due to a bad back and the entire team were so accommodating - and when we only showed up with 3 people last minute it wasn’t a bother either. The host (I didn’t catch her name!) was absolutely FANTASTIC. We were waited on by Gabriella who was attentive and gave us great recommendations (the avocado passionfruit margarita was divine) and Dejohn who sorted a birthday song and candles for my brother. Third time I’ve been and it’s hit the mark for everything every single time. Food, service, atmosphere - all tens!
Tub McGhee
19.01.2025

Extremely warm welcome. Very quick service. Very attentive and friendly service from cassidy. Delicious food, tasted so fresh. Lovely cocktails and a decent mezcal selection. Corn cake dessert was so moreish. Loved it and could have stayed all night! I think
lydia mitsopoulou
10.01.2025

Great tacos and amazing margaritas! Place has a really nice chill vibe and the staff are very friendly, Diana and Elias were really helpful, attentive and gave us great recommendations!
Ben Heaney
10.01.2025

Great spicy Margaritas
Gabriella Ventura Cox
11.02.2019

Alice was great, very attentive. Thank you for a hilarious evening.

 

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