Wahaca South Bank Experiment in Lambeth

When my husband said we were going to Wahaca before the theatre I couldn't believe it. We never do chains, even small ones like this. I nearly refused, and I am so glad I didn't. It's a pleasant, informal space. We were first seated next to a very large noisy party, and the host very kindly moved us upstairs to a quiet table with a view of the river. The service in general was very polite and efficient. The food was delicious and a great value. The pork pibil tacos were so delicious: they gave us a little recipe card and we made them at home. Ours were tasty but not as good as theirs. Scrumptious guacamole, fish tacos, bean and cheese quesadillas. Good tequila menu with very reasonable prices. We lived in Texas for several years, and this food compares well.

Espantoso servicio, sin atención al detalle, pedidos de comida mal, mezclados o totalmente olvidados. No hay comunicación, sólo gofre. Los lados vinieron antes que la red, la red nunca ordenó llegar, algunos principales llegaron al final si la comida, la comida fría, las bebidas calientes frías, luego como recompensa solo ofreció un helado o un café para compensarlo, luego agregaron cargo por servicio. No hay rendición de cuentas en absoluto, sólo gofre.

Good range of options both for vegetarians and non-veg. The food was pretty average—not as tasty as it used to be, which was a bit disappointing. The restaurant was quite loud, with lots of people crammed into a small space, making it hard to have a conversation. On the plus side, the staff were generally friendly and did their best to accommodate everyone. Overall, it wasn’t a terrible experience, but it wasn’t as good as it used to be either.

¡Decepcionado! ¡Decepcionado! ¿Por dónde empiezo? Aparecimos, nos unimos a la lista de espera. Cuando llegué podría haber reservado en mesa abierta para una mesa en quince minutos, pero le dije que no haga esto, se terminó esperando 45 minutos. Entonces nos dijeron que el desierto será gratuito, pero nos dieron uno para compartir! Además de que la comida era promedio y terminamos estando allí casi 3 horas. Nunca hubiera esperado esto.

Amazing drinks&food and lovely service. Thank you Momo!

Great food, shout out to Momo K for being a fab waiter!

We had an amazing meal here this week. Our first time visiting Wahaca and we weren’t disappointed. Bruna was fantastic at giving recommendations and guiding us through the menu. We loved everything we had!

We had dinner at Wahaca Southbank with our two young girls, and Ruben could not have been more entertaining or attentive. He went above and beyond to make our experience special, from the excellent food service and cocktail recommendations to the custom-made non-alcoholic drink for our daughter—just so she could match “mummy and daddy.” The food was fantastic, and the service was truly top-tier. Thank you, Ruben, for making our evening so engaging and fun! Highly recommend!

We were served by Sabi and Marcim and they were absolutely amazing! The food was spectacular, we couldn’t have asked for more! Atmosphere was brilliant- we had lovely conversations with the waiters and they were very speedy and attentive with the food. Highly reccomend to anyone who loves amazing Mexican food- you will not be disappointed. Plus amazing location ❤️

We had an amazing dinner with my friends, great and fresh food. The staff were amazing, we were served by Sabi and Marcim. They were very helpful and friendly and we had great conversations with them. I wish there were more people like them, they genuinely brightened our evening!

Sabi and Marcim were absolutely amazing service was amazing. The needs more people like them! He brightened our day and made the experience so enjoyable! Thank you

Laura was brillant. Lots of great advice and wonderful dishes

Momo was so helpful and friendly. we’ll be back!

Great tasty food, and a fantastic Margarita!

The glasses and plates were dirty

Wahaca Southbank - lovely smiley staff, nice food in a nice space with a river view. What is not to like.

Our service was Sabi, he was extremely friendly and helpful, sat down with us when taking the order. I greatly enjoyed my time here thanks to him.

Creo que Wahaca tiene el personal más encantador - todos los que hemos estado para haber sido tan encantador y amable. El personal en Southbank no es diferente. Increíble personal y gerentes, ir más allá. La comida es deliciosa - servido rápidamente teniendo en cuenta lo ocupado que estaba. Me encanta el interior también.

Been to wahaca multiple times, big fans of beef gringa tacos, last visit with my boyfriend was just for drinks. We love theirs passionfruit margarita and mojito. Dalitso took care of us, he was very polite and friendly.

Our waiter was Momo and he was great!

Lovely food and great service from Momo! Happy adults and happy kids. Thank you!

Great service, great food, lovely team!

Seems like a good place, tho a couple of misses, wrong wine delivered to the table, coffee was undrinkable, great film on surface, small plates were highly praised by the group

The staff were really nice and the service was impeccably fast. Food was really nice. My favourite was the chicken and avocado quesadilla and the sweet patatas bravas. My 7 year old daughter enjoyed the build your own taco which was great for a picky eater.

Was OK, mixed reception....staff too busy too give you attention...had to seek staff out to discuss order...they do take blue light card, but took 3 staff members and a manager to sort out the bill..

Momo K was a fantastic, friendly host that made a very enjoyable and delicious family meal even better - he is a real asset to your business - thanks Momo!

Everyone was very welcoming particularly our waitress Laura.

Beautiful and lovely environment. Elizabeth who served me and the rest of the staff were very friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. ☺️

Too cold, more heating pls. Ruben M was the best server ever! Really helped us adjust the vegan menu.

If you sit on the ground floor by the entrance, be mindful that the door is constantly opened by customers, who then wait their turn to be seated with the door wide open... it's winter and freezing outside, and I like to be eating my food in the warmth, not with an ice breeze from the North Pole!

We stuggled to find it until we realised it was UPSTAIRS from the riverside walkway. There's building work going on around. Service and food were very good, and not too expensive for what we had.

Great restaurant 😍❤️❤️ All of our orders were delicious There is a Tunisian Arab employee who is very kind and respectful His name is Sobhi. I think he made the experience even more beautiful 😍👌🏼

So good food, lovely staff! We went on a Saturday afternoon and managed to find a table quickly. We got a couple of starters and a burrito each and we're so so full! Highly recommend the spicy margarita

Excellent service from Ruben M, thank you!

Katalin was so lovely and helpful! Amazing service amazing food!! Beef croquettes were delicious:)

Ruben M was excellent - very assertive and friendly, without being overbearing! Thanks Ruben :)

Momo was absolutely amazing. Really friendly and great service. Thank you so much.

A-ma-zing food! I ate my best tortilla's here.

Very good atmosphere and service is excellent

⭐️“We walked in for a quick bite and walked out as taco experts.”⭐️ 1/365 – Wahaca London Southbank It’s a rainy day. The first day of the year spent in a metropolis. The metropolis in question is London—where a night of rain transforms into a tangle of lights, shadows, and reflections, as if stepping into an oil pastel painting, one of those Dutch masterpieces. The city is alive; those who didn’t exhaust themselves celebrating the night before are out on the streets, taking advantage of the still-sleepy avenues to snap touristy photos—without the tourists. Hunger strikes, and the colorful windows of Wahaca, their hues intensified by the rain’s reflections, act as the perfect advertisement. Climbing the stairs, the darkness and emptiness of the restaurant’s exterior seating area almost convince you to turn back—there must be better places nearby. But if, like me, you choose to ignore that fleeting doubt and push forward, you’ll be greeted by a captivating wave of spices. The lights are dim, the staff is warm and welcoming, letting you choose your own table. Service is fast; within moments, the menu is in your hands, and your drink order is taken. We’re not too hungry, so we settle on tacos. The waiter advises ordering at least three since they’re quite small. He gestures toward the counter, where freshly prepared tacos are being plated. As I follow his finger, the tacos—perfectly arranged—seem to glow under the lights. I can almost hear a drumroll, like a scene straight out of The Fairly OddParents. Even with my nearsighted vision, the presentation is a solid 10/10. We order Ancho Mushroom and Gringas Beef. The latter catches my attention—its name feels Brazilian, yet somehow girly, matching my mood perfectly. As we chat, surrounded by the background sizzle of frying oil, our tacos arrive. The plating is simple, contrasting with the vibrant colors of the dish. Gringas Beef is the first to land on the table. A playful mix of bold flavors with a citrusy kick—unexpected yet intriguing. The balance of coriander, lime, and the tender beef creates an exciting contrast, like a melody with a surprising key change. 7/10—a touch more juiciness and spice would have elevated it. But the real reason for the 7? It wouldn’t be fair to the tacos we ordered next. Because, of course, we couldn’t stop at just two. We walked in for a quick bite and walked out as taco experts. Our second choice? Ancho Mushroom. A bold explosion of greens and purples. I loved the contrast of the raw mushrooms, the sweetness and crunch of the beetroot chip on top, all tied together by an avocado sauce. 9/10. And the last taco? No spoilers, but let’s just say we had to order a second round. It was the Buttermilk Chicken Taco, a recommendation straight from our waitress—whom we now trusted completely. The chicken was fried to perfection, with an almost sacred balance between spice, the crisp freshness of the slaw, and the tang of pickled red onions. Beautifully plated, once again. If you're looking for a flavorful trip with no strings attached, blending the spices of the East with the portions of the West, Wahaca is the perfect place. Xoxo, Critic Girl

Gorgeous food (get the plantain tacos). Fabulous service by Ruben. Highly recommend.

Built from shipping containers placed on a walkway of the QEH and with good views over the river, this branch of Wahaca is, in my view, completely different from any other. There are also a lot of outdoor tables. They've even stopped trying to push their "scan a QR code to pay", which never works.

Lovely atmosphere, food, and service as always (been going to this branch for 10 years now). Our waitress, Carlota, was especially good with our dietary needs. Diligent when taking our orders, and then really accommodating when a dish was unexpectedly an issue for a food intolerance of a member of our party. I really appreciated how this was handled (with speed, care, and no fuss). Looking forward to my next time eating here :)

Blackberry margarita was amazing and so was the gringa beef tacos!

It was a very tasty and vibrant experience with amazing staff recommending the best dishes!

This was our first visit. The service was brilliant. They took time to explain the menu and help us decide the best dishes for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. I would highly recommend the starters, the cauliflower bites and the meal for 1

Amazing food and even better service Sahbi was amazing and super helpful!

Great experience at Wahaca South Bank yesterday. Our server - Laura C - was friendly, helpful and always ready when we needed something. Great suggestions as well

Staff were great and attentive. Amazing service!

Really good food, excellent team and a relaxed atmosphere. Try the blackberry sour alcohol free cocktail, it was a revelation to me.

Exceptional Experience at Wahaca Southbank! I never usually write Google reviews, but I just had to after my visit to Wahaca Southbank. Everything about this place was exceptional! The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome from the moment we walked in. Their warmth and professionalism truly stood out. The food was absolutely amazing – every dish was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly executed. You can tell there’s real passion in the kitchen. The atmosphere was vibrant and inviting, with a great buzz that added to the overall experience. The unique setting along the Southbank just made it even more special. If you're looking for great food, a lively ambiance, and fantastic service, Wahaca Southbank is the place to go. Highly recommend – can't wait to return!

Food came so fast and our waitress Klaudia was so nice. We will definitely be back!

Didn’t feel that the food was up to the usual Wahaca standard, tasted like things had just been warmed through. Cutlery and glasses were dirty.

The food was amazing, plenty of vegetarian options too. Katalin was outstanding, thank you!

Sabhi was amazing, what a fun guy, had such a great time here with him. Coming again !

Food is usually good here, but this night it was great! Fantastic service as well. So friendly - Katalin is a gem!

Amazing service. Very passionate and informative about the menu and cocktails. Felt very welcome and enjoyed every minute!! Sahib B was a fantastic host to this wonderful experience xxx we will be back!

Ruben served us and he was so nice … smile and easy way about him. Thank you Ruben!

Spontaneous trip on a busy Thursday. Food was unbelievable as always - the beef croquettes? Unreal. Klaudia went above and beyond in looking after us and having fun with us, thank you you’re the best Klaudia!

Food was lovely and Ruben was great 👍

I had been meaning to visit Wahaca for a while, unable to get a table at the branch near to where we were staying we took a glorious walk across the river to Southbank how glad I am we did. From the moment we set foot in the place the service was impeccable, lovely location, great views across the Thames. Went with the set menu to try a range of dishes - everything amazing, lots of little plates. The vegetables especially were amazing. Looking forward to my next visit.

Waiter (Ruben) was amazing and the food was really great. Tacos, burrito and churros as you were in Mexico

I really appreciated the great length the staff went for my allergies as they not that common and ensured I still enjoyed my food.

Lots of veggie/vegan options! Had a great meal with some nice Mexican (inspired) drinks!

Food was divine...staff were amazing.... Alex and Charu were so lovely...definitely will be back....

The server Momo was so friendly and kind:) I had a good time in Wahaca! Thanks

We got a great service today, very accommodating and friendly Brana made sure we had everything we needed for a great outing. People do make the difference and we will come back any time!

Great views and excellent food, which all arrived a bit too fast for us. But, excellent value!

Great place, with great atmosphere and delicious food. Super good service from the whole house, but especially from Carlota

Cosy place next to the river just a few minutes walk from Waterloo station. Appart from meat dishes there is a great selection of vegetarian dishes. I picked a signature dish with roasted butternut squash and it was delicious. The service was great. Visited the place for pre theatre meal as only a short walk across Waterloo bridge to Lyceum Theatre for Lion King.

Wonderful birthday meal with super friendly Ruben. Speedy service + incredible food. Great location by the river 🌞🌞

Far exceeded my expectations. Every dish is a unique flavour explosion. The nicest Mexican food I’ve ever had.

been here a few times, never disappoints. the servers are very cheery and helpful. was not busy when we came in so food came very fast and was delish 😋 definitely will be back again for the (i don’t know how many-th) time!!!!!!!!!

Fabulous service from Katalin P who was very helpful & friendly

The waiter made the Atmosphere a plus

The place was wonderful and the food was amazing and quite cheap! The service was super and Momo in particular! It was a really good experience and me and my girlfriend will definetly come again. From Roma with Love!

Very nice place on the banks of the Thames, the food is very good but be careful not for big eaters it's more tapas style.

Great food including small bites and sharing plates. Margaritas are great, we love the spicy ones! Always super and very fast service despite being really busy at the weekend

Very nice discovery, with attentive and pleasant waiters 😇 excellent cuisine 🧑‍🍳 I recommend 👌

Ruben helped me find the most similar mex dish I long for from California Mexican food. It was late night after a performance at the Queen Elizabeth Hall and he was so welcoming and recommended the pork belly with tortillas. I was almost transported to San Diego authentic Mexican food - still need a cheese enchilada but overall great relaxing dinner and I appreciated Ruben’s cheerful competent service :)))

You know what you're getting with Wahaca. Mexican based good with a modern British twist. This is not the best Wahaca though. Service was good but we were in a dark corner, so dark we couldn't see what we were eating. Unable to use the toilets as they were blocked all the time we were there and hand dryers weren't working

Came for a catch up with a friend, had such a nice time! Food was amazing, and the service was great. Momo was the best server!! Would come again!

Awesome as always. Super helpful and friendly staff; great food and not too long to wait but heated tables outside helped time fly by.

Alex A was a really good server, gave us a great experience at the restaurant!

Gorgeous meal for our daughters 13th birthday. Fresh, zingy and as delicious as always. Alex was brilliant and super friendly. Thanks Wahaca!

Lovely food, very quick service. Excellent service from our waiter Alex. Thank you

A fantastic experience! The food was simply excellent, with tasty and well presented dishes. The whole team was very welcoming, and we particularly appreciated the impeccable service from Alex, who knew how to make our lunch even more pleasant. An address not to be missed, we will come back with pleasure!

Fabulous service from Alex.., fresh food and served in plenty of time for the theatre

The food was amazing and there is a wide selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes. Our waiter Alex was very nice and we were absolutely happy with the service. We enjoyed our visit and will definitely come back.

Service and food were fantastic - thank you!

We dropped in for a quick bite and some cocktails. The margaritas here are excellent! The veggie nachos and guacamole were delicious too. We'd definitely go back for a larger meal.

Enjoyable experience with a table on the South bank overlooking the Thames. The food and vfm was good, however particularly impressed by the attentive service and in particular the effort made regarding the complex dietary issues in our party.

Food was amazing, atmosphere cozy and Sahbi was LOVELY!!

Thank you Momo, for a warm friendly welcome and considerate service which made our visit extremely enjoyable! Lovely food and perfect margaritas as ever!

Lovely dinner experience - great gluten free options! Yummy cocktails and quick and friendly service. Thanks guys!

Amazing food as always. Johan was also fantastic and really added to our lovely evening. Thank you!

Sahbi was ace! Great service to match the food.

Our waiter Sahbi was brilliant 🤩

Momo K was great. Perfect lunch.

Really good food. Wide range of selection of food, cozy seating, right by the river.