Paladar in Southwark

Superb delicious food that is sensational to eat, delivered in a perfect intimate setting. Wonderful service. A real treat.

We thought the food was fussy and unsatisfying with more presentation than substance. And it was over priced. A disappointing evening.

We visited in a large group for a birthday and we all had a brilliant time. The food is so delicious and we wanted to try everything on the menu! It's also a dream as a coeliac to not have to worry about anything and everybody agreed you couldn't tell it was all gluten free. The restaurant is vibrant and beautiful with lots of colourful art to look at and the staff are friendly and helpful. Most of our group are Brazilian and were excited to have such good cassava chips, which are a must if you visit! There is a large choice of wine which was very much enjoyed as well. I'd definitely recommend for really delicious food and a great atmosphere!

Fabulous find! Looked for a place close to our hotel that was different. The reviews lured us this way and the food and cocktails wowed us. Love their mocktail menu, and all the food was good but the beetroot salad is a definite DO NOT MISS. Will definitely be recommending to friends and coming back myself.

Perfect Party Venue! I chose Paladar to be the host / venue for my 50th birthday. The team worked tirelessly to make sure my guests and i had a perfect evening. Cocktails, food and ambience all perfect. Thanks guys. It was fab.

We went to Paladar for our Xmas Work's Lunch in the Amazon Lounge and the service and food was excellent. It helped that the menu was gluten free and they paid particular attention to vegetarians and vegans who said they were made to feel special. They were also very careful with the employee with a nut allergy. Thank you Paladar and see you next year.

This is the most amazing and delicious lunch I have had for a very long time. The food was absolutely delicious and so different. The service was impeccable with such polite and friendly staff Communication was exemplery with lots of questions and changes to our booking catered for. Gluten free, dog friendly and near a station with fabulous atmosphere Highly recommend. We will be back.

What a place👏🏽👏🏽amazing food and venue. Excellent wine but the best was the Staff. Their incredible hospitalty and way of going out of their ways to give us a good experience I've never seen before. The highlight of the day (year) was when the young and very sweet chef from the Dominican Rep. asked me to dance, bachata and salsa ❤️It was so much fun. Thank you all for giving us the best experience ever👏🏽❤️💃

We had a fabulous meal here as a couple in November. The food and drinks were great but what really made the night was the service. We sat in the courtyard which was a beautiful setting. The cocktails were delicious and our server, Alberto, was excellent. He showed us pictures of all of the dishes and told us which ones were his favourite. Then they surprised me with a birthday song and dessert. Alberto was so helpful and attentive. The restaurant has a lot of art work on display too and they change the artist frequently, so they let us walk around and view the art. It was a great evening and we’d definitely go back.

Wonderful South American food and wine and very friendly helpful staff. A noisy bistro like atmosphere, so lively rather than sedate. On a busy road. We have eaten there a few times.

The festive menu was delicious, could work on the desserts, except the churros, the pumpkin flan and the dolce ice cream nothing else was great on the plate.. but the starters the mains were fabulous and I loved the decor of the extended garden. Warm and cozy. Overall fantastic.

Very good food! Loved it, took me back to Mexico

excellent service, tasty food, awesome pisco sours 👌🏼

Amazing culinary experience and very friendly staff - a perfect combination. Not sure it’s a Latin American cuisine, feels more like fusion to me, but it doesn’t matter, the food is just great. Definitely recommended.

Paladar was a huge disappointment. We paid over £100 each for two cocktails and a set menu, which turned out to be shared plates for four people. The portions were laughable — when they brought the shrimp, it was just two pieces chopped in half, meaning one tiny, frozen shrimp per person. The “aubergine dish” was a single thin slice of aubergine to be shared among four. For the price, this was completely outrageous. The food was basic, the portions were insulting, and the overall experience felt like a rip-off. Definitely not worth it.

The food was incredible. We tried a bit of everything and absolutely everything was delicious. My favourite were the tuna tostados which really surprised me as I do not particularly like tuna sashimi. Every bit was an explosion of flavour. We also had the desert platter to share. Delightful. Absolutely will be returning!

Really nice. The perfect combination of fancy and relaxed. Food, drinks and service all brilliant

I recently visited Paladar for the first time, and they’ve definitely won me over as a lifelong customer! We were celebrating my friend’s birthday, and they went above and beyond to make it special—they surprised us with free celebratory drinks and even brought out a festive sombrero for some fun photos! As someone with celiac disease, I’m always cautious, but their gluten-free menu was not just safe… everything was absolutely delicious! The warm atmosphere and our server’s incredible attention to detail made the whole night unforgettable. Highly recommended for any celebration or just a great night out!

I have never been so well-treated in London before. The staff is warm, welcoming, and super attentive. Alberto looked after our table, always friendly, full of positive energy and good recommendations. It was my birthday and they were incredibly generous, treating us to some very good tequila and sparkling wine. It was such a lovely gesture from them. The food was delicious, top quality and fresh ingredients. We managed to get a table in their lovely interior garden, which made it more special! Will definitely go again.

Paladar is the perfect spot if you want to while away an evening with friends. An impeccable (and gluten free) menu ams great drinks list. The lunch menu is also banging, tho last time I went we were accidentally away from the office for a couple of hours, as the pace is VERY laid back.

Staff incredible and food amazing! What an absolute hidden gem in the Waterloo / Southwark area. If you are in the area, it's an absolute must in Latin American cuisine is your thing. You will not be disappointed.

Came for lunch with my daughter who’s coeliac as the menu looked interesting. The restaurant is a tardis of relatively intimate spaces including a bar, basement and delightful outdoor courtyard filled with sub tropical plants. We were served by Alberto who is passionate and knowledgeable about the food and very friendly. High notes were the tuna starter, cauliflower main, churros, soursop cocktail and complimentary tasting of Tequilas and Mescals. With a coeliac in the family we’ll definately go back for this unusual and delicious food.

Amazing restaurant!!! The food was delicious, and the staff were so lovely and friendly. If you’re after something unique with a fantastic mix of flavors, I highly recommend this place! 🤗

Being coeliac it's been a very long time that I had such a delicouis dinner. Great food, great ingredients, nice atmosphere, good, good, good... no other words. Also for anyone without any allergy this is a place worth to go for dinner.

Just awesome. Well-crafted flavors, perfect welcome, delicious cuisine and cocktails.

100% gluten free, great food, nice atmosphere. Quite expensive but worth every penny. The Habanero cocktail was delicious! The outdoor seating looks very nice too, will try book to sit outside next time.

Amazing food and amazing vibes staff were so friendly and the food was delicious

As ever food was excellent - absolutely must try guacamole and plantain... Also very good cocktail mixing for our lunch!

A magical experience. The flavours in every dish we ordered were impeccably balanced and creatively melded. The texture and taste of the food was excellent without fail. Truly the work of a culinary artist. It is refreshing to go to a restaurant where equal attention is paid to flavour, presentation and ambience where the experience is centered on the quality of the food. Portion sizes were substantial - not too small despite the beautiful presentation. I would recommend the set menu for maximum value for money.

We had dinner with a big group of people and had a large selection of dishes to share. Food kept coming out of the kitchen at a steady pace and the service was very good. The dishes are streetfood style, very tasty, medium sized portions so you can eat a variety of things. The aubergine dish and a tuna starter were our clear favourites. Plenty of choice for our vegetarians.

“A hidden gem in London” Paladar is a real treasure! The chicken was a marvel, so flavorful and tender that every bite was a pleasure. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff are adorable, attentive without being intrusive. An incredible discovery that I recommend with my eyes closed!

Food was delicious but slightly small shareable portions for what we paid for , staff was lovely with big smiles and very attentive. Lovely atmosphere with classic salsa and Latin music being played throughout. Overall would highly recommend !

Flavours that will stay with you for a while.. The tuna starter is a pure orgasm in the mouth. Been there a couple of times and never left dissatisfied. Great atmosphere with lovely people. All gluten free

Very rude staff, tried to blame me for their mistake and resolved the issue by chucking the menus on the table and telling me to “Enjoy my dinner”. Food very mediocre thankfully company of my friends ok. Extremely overpriced and previous visitors commented on this huge increase from before.

A hidden gem and very authentic Latin American food. Amazing service. Highly recommended!

The prices are a bit high for the quantity and quality of the food. It is very tasty but not exceptional.

I recently visited this amazing gluten-free restaurant for their lunch set menu and found it to be quite the acquired taste—perfect for those seeking something unique. The atmosphere was serene, as the place was almost empty around lunchtime, which made for a peaceful dining experience. However, once we were seated, Ecuadorian music suddenly filled the air—perhaps a welcome for their first customers of the day. While I appreciated the cleanliness and the friendly staff, my partner did have a strange encounter with one of the waiters, who seemed to be staring at him from over my shoulder throughout the meal, which made things a bit uncomfortable. The cocktails were also priced at £16+, which felt a little steep for lunch. All in all, it’s a nice spot if you’re after something different, but I likely won’t be returning.

The decoration environment is very nice A small restaurant where many locals come Food is delicious and cheap The service is very good and enthusiastic It should be Spanish and Latin American food! Had the classic octopus feet and ate a hard green banana for the first time Fried banana slices are just as delicious as fried sweet potato slices Pork and pork belly pancakes I returned home in a second, and the overall meal was spicy, I liked it very much! Satisfy your craving!

Always enjoy the food at Palador, a true flavours of South America, friendly service, great atmosphere, and well balanced and reasonably priced wine list. worth a visit anytime!

Really great place with tasty food, amazing service, and a lovely atmosphere. It's a good balance of authentic Latin food, made in a dynamic and thoughtful way. Jose who served us was very attentive and considerate. He made the experience even more special. Thank you.

Amazing experience. The service was awesome, and the food was some of the best we have ever had. Our favorite was the Cochinita pibil and the grilled chimichurri prawns. Our favorite dessert was the pumpkin flan. We may pass on the califlower and the churros next time. My drink was fabulous. Overall, had a great time, the staff were chatty and even kept the kitchen open for us to have dessert. The inside is modern, trendy, and clean. Highly, highly recommend if you’re in town or live in London.

Truly excellent gluten free south American food, wonderfully helpful and friendly staff, fun birthday celebration! (I got to wear the sombrero!) By far the best Latin food I've had in the UK.

We tried Paladar for the first time to have my birthday lunch before going to the theatre. We were impressed by the welcome, the service, the choice and quality of the food, and that everything was gluten-free. I haven't had churros since becoming gluten intolerant 7 years ago, and they were amazing. We will definitely be back.

We have been here a few times and its always great 😍 highly recommend!

Paladar is absolutely incredible!! I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. Each dish was stunning, full of flavour and beautifully presented. If you visit you must try the squid! 10/10!!

I wish I could give them 6 stars! We had an absolutely delicious meal with lovely service. Everything was just wonderful.

One of my favourite places in London. Fantastic for coeliacs, but don't need to be gluten free to find the food delicious. Pro tip - sit in the courtyard. Highly recommend the trip.

We were so lucky to happen upon the hidden gem! The service was so warm and friendly, it felt like being with family. The food and drinks were delicious, and really unique! I can't recommend this place enough!

Can’t get enough of this place. The food is incredible, especially for my wife who is coeliac (the entire restaurant is gluten free). Great place for a date. The cocktails are amazing (recommend the pisco sour) and the food is delicious and so well presented. This is a hidden gem on the London restaurant scene.

One of the best meals I’ve ever had, served by some of the nicest staff ever!!! Pisco sours, plantain chips, croquettes, ceviche, chicken, dessert platter… 😍

El ambiente está muy bien, el staff es muy amable, es un poco caro para el tamaño de las porciones, la comida vegana pedimos que no fuera picante y estaba picante. Nos dieron empanadas "veganas" y eran de carne, no volvería

It is not suitable for vegans. They told me that the empanadas are vegan and were meat. There is only 1 vegan option on the menu other than side and it is VERY spicy (the cauliflower). Besides, it's not delicious, it was poorly cooked! The rice, salad and so on were ALL spicy, how Latin American surprised me! I could only eat the fries and spent 45 pounds I don't recommend it

Possible to eat anything on the menu

This Restaurant is absolutely beautiful, the staff is very friendly, the food amazing, I love it.

Gorgeous in every way - food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend 😊

excellent food and tastefully decorated space. the service is very cordial, especially the young lady who serves the guests. we enjoyed the ambiance and delicious food.

Quirky decor, stylish food, relaxed atmosphere. Modern Latin American dishes inspired by food from various countries, extensive wine list and attentive but unobtrusive service. All food is gluten-free. Well worth a visit.

Lovely restaurant. As we were a large group (13) we had the set menu. Everything was delicious. As a coeliac pescatarian the staff made sure that I knew which dishes I was fine to eat . It’s always daunting trying somewhere new as a coeliac but Paladar made it so easy and reassured me at all times

The food was sooo good, and everything was gluten-free! The garden was also really nice to sit in. Definitely coming back!!

Some of the best food you’ll find in London. Amazing flavours, great atmosphere and friendly staff! I went with a coeliac friend and it was just so nice for her to be able to look at the whole menu, not just some special gluten-free section. Highly recommend the empanadas and tapioca / cheese dice, and we also had the aubergine and the cochinita pibil - absolutely delicious!

I loved this place.. really cute Latin American place 😊

I went with family for a celebration meal and it was the perfect setting. They have a beautiful courtyard, with plants and flowers everywhere. The food was great. We shared all the plates and enjoyed every one. Highly recommended.

Paladar is a fantastic Restaurant. I recommend the Tostadas, Squid and Eggplant dishes. The staff are friendly and obviously enjoy working here.

Amazing food, beautiful garden and everyone's so friendly. There is no way anyone can tell that the food is gluten free!

I am genuinely surprised by the high rating this restaurant has on Google, as our experience was far from deserving of such praise. From the moment we arrived, things started on the wrong foot. Despite having a reservation, the host was quite rude and dismissive, which set a negative tone for the rest of the evening. The service throughout our visit was subpar. We noticed that every table around us received a complimentary item, yet we were completely overlooked. When it came to our order, the wait time was excessive. We ordered two bottles of wine, but only received one. To make matters worse, the second bottle, which never arrived, was still included in our final bill. Speaking of the bill, I strongly advise everyone to carefully check theirs before paying. We noticed discrepancies between the prices listed on the menu and those on our final bill for several items. This kind of mistake is unacceptable and leaves a very poor impression. Overall, our experience was disappointing, and I cannot understand how this restaurant has such a high rating. We won’t be returning, and I suggest others approach with caution.

First time coming here and I loved it! The atmosphere was really nice with traditional salsa music playing in the background. Food was beautifully presented and really tasty. The customer service was really friendly and welcoming.

We were transported to South America! The food was incredible and the service so friendly. We will be back! Special thank you to Adam

Great dinner with a friend on the lovely terrace out the back. Food was excellent, and fairly priced. They were out of the ceviche which was a shame, but all the other food we has was delicious. Tuna tostadas - some of the best ever! Good wine list too!

Really enjoyed the flavours and it was a great idea to share.

Our fifth visit in 7 years (we are not local). Fabulous food and wine and great staff to match. We love the plantain crisps as an old favourite and the ceviche, lamb, pork belly and tuna were amazing!!!

Best Gluten Free restaurant in London!

We booked Paladar based on its style of cuisine, cool fitout, its reviews and its location which was close to our hotel near Waterloo before heading to a show at The Old Vic. We were not disappointed one little bit! Excellent service from the whole team and the food was superb! The home made ice cream was sublime. Best I’ve ever tasted. Could not recommend this place highly enough. Thanks Paladar for helping to make our weekend!

Pricey but worth it for s special meal. Wine and food is amazing.

This was the most delicious food I've had in the UK for two weeks. All the food was great, and the servers were nice. As for the taste, if you can give me a 6 on Google Maps, I'd be happy to give it to you.

The restaurant was a fantastic find. Our daughter suffers from celiac disease and in this restaurant she was able to eat anything without worrying. The cuisine is impeccable in terms of taste and presentation. The flavors are incredible. The Latin flavor in an elegant fusion is fantastic. The staff is very friendly.

Ordered through Deliveroo on 7 August expecting a gourmet treat for my gueara . I still cannot believe the food is from the same restaurant almost all praise Everything "crispy" like plantains, pork belky was,hardened and could not be chewed. The guacamole was so incredibly salty I decided it was beyond saving, after trying to rescue it with lime I'm willing to think this was some weird accident, but i won't risk it again

Amazing food, amazing atmosphere. My first time here and can only highly recommend it! 👌🏼

I could not commend this place more highly! It is my new favourite place in the city. I was in London for work and did a Google search for 'gluten free food near me'. This place came up and I'm so glad it did. The atmosphere is fabulous, the food is delicious, it's reasonably priced and the staff are so friendly and attentive. Although I hadn't booked, they offered me a seat in the reception until they could accommodate me. Everyone made me feel incredibly welcome as a solo diner, and they even showed me their beautiful 'secret garden'. I will definitely be back!

Incredible Latin American food and amazing courtyard space. We had the sea bass ceviche & pork tacos, highly recommend!

Paladar is my go-to restaurant in London where I know I won't ever be disappointed by the food, drinks or service. I love bringing people here so I can share how amazing it is with others. Top quality food.

Overpriced (15%service charges), portion is small and taste average

An absolute beautiful place to eat, the ambiance is immaculate. The food is spectacular and the service is warm and welcoming.

We don't get out much as a married couple with kids, so when we do it's special...and what a special night we had here. Food was gorgeous, staff looked after us and the atmosphere was great. Our first visit, but we're coming back...this time with friends. Highly recommend. Beautiful experience.

Alberto and Nadia made my birthday meal so special last night! The food was incredible and the atmosphere and service was impeccable. Alberto kindly gave us a tour of the restaurant and showed us the wonderful art work on display. Thank you!

Truly fantastic food here. We went for the three course early bird set menu - beef empanadas, pork belly arepa, chicken thighs, pibil and churros. It was hands down the best South American food I've eaten in the UK, and at £24/29 for two or three courses, incredible value. I have never really liked churros, but my word, Paladar turned me around with their two dipping sauces and incredible dough. Both starters were superb. The sauce for the chicken was out of this world. Chimichurri fries are a great side. And don't get me started on the cocktails (pisquina and mezcalita, both stunning)... Even the rose was great and under £7 a glass, unheard of in London. Staff were wonderful. Food and drink were magnificent. I don't normally write reviews half an hour after leaving, but I had to get this down ASAP. That's how good Paladar is.

INCREDIBLE! This restaurant is a must try if you're in London. Everything is gluten free, and absolutely fantastic. The conchinita dish was seriously to die for. Our server Alberto was friendly and attentive. If I could rate this place 6 stars I absolutely would. Wonderful job everyone 👏

As a Mexican, I didn't have high expectations about food in England. Many people told me before I arrived that London food was really bad... and they weren't wrong... until I meet this place. O M G, that was INSANE. The pollo in achiote was so freaking delicious. My husband, who is vegan, found delicious vegan options for him as well. Everything was too good that I couldn't stop eating. I felt that I was going to explode but just wanted to force myself to keep trying. We had the guacamole banana chips, the achiote chicken, the mole, potatoes, a side of rice, the cheese cake, and also the churros. The service was also exceptional. They all were very kind and friendly. One more thing that really surprised me was how the restaurant looks inside. It's very beautiful, especially downstairs 😍 so green and pretty. I'm so so SO happy we stopped by

Great spot for punchy flavours and a great atmosphere. The Cochinita Pibil was great as was the tostada. The place has great vibes and the garden looked like a bright summer spot. The service was a bit patchy as we ended up waiting too long between courses though all the servers were extremely friendly. The place was definitely one for birthday / special occasions as the prices are a bit steep but a great experience overall.

Paladar was a treat for dinner as one in our party of 4 has celiacs disease. The menu is 100% gluten free and 110% tasty. We tried a bunch of different dishes on the menu and ate family style. The octopus and ceviche were our favourites. Their drinks were well crafted and we were never without water. We did the desert plate and the purple corn churros were the bomb! I can’t say enough about how great the service here was. We will definitely be back

We had the most wonderful lunch at Paladar. From the moment we walked in I knew it would be great - the staff are so friendly and welcoming, and the restaurant has a great atmosphere and is nicely decorated. We sat in the covered garden which felt very special - you feel like you're on holiday! The food was 10/10 from start to finish - especially the tuna tostadas!!! I can't wait to go back. Highly recommend this place!

10/10 all round here. We went for lunch with our 1 year old son(sorry about the mess he caused!) The staff were so friendly, food was great and service was fantastic! If in the area worth a visit. Highly recommend

First rate. Everything we ordered, we would order again. Food and drinks.

Delicious. As in everything is delicious. I even asked if they made anything that did not taste good. Well, we did not find the answer. We were simply looking for a restaurant that would provide a few good true gluten free options for someone in our party that lives with Coeliac disease. She was in heaven when she discovered everything was gluten free, everything. If you find yourself turning up your nose to anything gf, you will be missing out to all the fabulous flavors Paladar has to offer. The service and atmosphere were wonderful. I would happily recommend Paladar to anyone.

It was nice, wasn’t blown away but was a nice visit. Great staff and service. Food was prompt. Enjoyed myself thoroughly.

Just brilliant. Lunch included the lamb kebabs and the aubergine mains. Highly recommended

Excellent food, service and ambience. Highly recommend!

Food was delicious and service was excellent. Definitely worth going back to.

Excellent food! We ordered Chef’s special tasters menu pairing with Argentinian Wine and it was sublime. Stunning ceviche, scrumptious octopus, succulent lamb, and an absolute showstopper of a cheesecake dessert. Every dish was distinct, flavourful, and utterly delicious. With exotic south American flavours, it was a nice break from western and asian cuisine. It was the perfect place for our final dinner in London (for now). We definitely would come back and will be recommending it to our local London friends.

Great experience! I love the mix of different Latin American styles in one place, higly recommended to know more about Latin cuisine and I think even Latin Americans can have a surprise. Very good service!

Incredible!!!! Coeliacs, you MUST go here! Definitely would recommend the tuna tacos, lamb skewers, octopus and churros… all were mouth watering and delicious. Felt extremely safe because the whole menu is 💯 gluten free. The aesthetic of the place is also extremely beautiful. Very satisfied.