Sometimes all you crave is a big fat burrito stuffed with all the fillings, and there are many places you can get your fix in London. The city is obsessed with Mexican food, and you'll likely find a burrito spot in every district, so knowing where's worth your time is necessary. We've done the leg work for you; from grab-and-go chains to food trucks found at your favourite street food markets, here's our guide to the best burritos in London.
The best burritos in London
Award-winning burritos in South London
Some of London's tastiest burritos can be found at award-winning restaurant Brorittos. This South London spot was named London's best Mexican restaurant in 2023. It's a modern and vibrant venue that began as a pop-up during lockdown. Birria burritos and tacos are a big hit here but a variety of other burritos, including vegan choices, mini portions for kids, and the option to create your ideal burrito full of tasty ingredients.
- 174 Bexley Rd 8 Brockley Cross
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Burritos from a truck
Luardos has made a name for itself on London's burrito scene, specialising in hefty stuffed burritos, like the Monterey Jack cheese with rice, black beans, chorizo, fried egg, rancheros sauce, coriander, Pico de Gallo, guacamole and sour cream. They also serve other Mexican favourites, like tacos and breakfast burritos with plenty of veggie options. They function out of a van, so it's best to check their socials to find out when and where they'll be; you'll usually find them at one of the local street food markets.
- Whitecross Street
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The ultimate burrito station
This vibrant Mexican restaurant serves casual Mexi-fare from inside its bright turquoise space. It's a counter-serve situation, so you can pick and mix exactly what you want inside your burrito. Their menu is simple and modern, chock full of favourites, including the humble burrito with beef, pork, chicken or veggie. It's all best washed down with a classic Mexican beer.
- 50B Leather Lane, Holborn
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Satisfy your cravings in south
This trendy Peckham spot is the ultimate South London spot to get your Mexican food fix. You'll find all of the classics here, like quesadillas loaded with cheese and mouthwatering burritos that you'll have a hard time finishing in one go. They also sell Mexican produce and ingredients so you can make your favourite dishes at home.
- 3-5 Station Way, Peckham
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Vegan Mexican go-to
Club Mexican has a reputation for serving delicious vegan Mexican street food. Though the menu is simple, it packs a punch and is chock full of options like BBQ jackfruit and vegan chicken. Round off your meal with a natural wine or lagerita - a beer with a frozen margarita topping.
- Kingly Court, Soho
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Grab 'n' go
You probably wouldn't expect a big franchise to be on a guide to the best burritos in London, but we'll make an exception for Wahaca. This colourful Mexican restaurant serves an extensive menu with plenty of choices, including burritos, like the free-range pork pibil with pink pickled onions and the sweet potato with tomatillo salsa. They also have separate kids, vegan and gluten-free menus.
- 140 Tabernacle Street, Shoreditch 119 Waterloo Road, South Bank/Southwark 1074 Ariel Way, Hammersmith and Fulham 26-28 Great Portland Street, Fitzrovia 40 Canada Square, Canary Wharf/Tower Hamlets 35 The Broadway, Wimbledon/Merton 68-69 Upper Street, Islington Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, South Bank/Southwark 6 Montfitchet Road, Newham 66 Chandos Place, Covent Garden Paddington Square, Paddington
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Burritos on the go
Tortilla is another chain of quick and easy Mexican restaurants serving colourful dishes in a casual, laid-back setting. You'll find all the favourites, like tacos and quesadillas, as well as a range of burritos made with a toasted flour tortilla packed with your choice of rice, beans, protein and freshly-made salsa.
- Wood Street, Kingston upon Thames 99 George Street, Croydon 1-2 Kew Road, Richmond, Richmond 22 The Broadway, Wimbledon/Merton Westfield Stratford City, Newham 8 Dabin Crescent, Greenwich 95 Putney High Street, Putney 18 North Colonnade, Canary Wharf/Tower Hamlets 6a King Street, Hammersmith and Fulham Westfield London Shopping Centre, Ariel Way, Hammersmith and Fulham 227 Finchley Road, Hampstead 20 Saint John's Hill, Battersea 32 Brushfield Street, Shoreditch/Tower Hamlets/City of London 144 Camden High Street, Camden Town 13 Islington High Street, Islington 90 Tooley Street, Southwark 64 London Wall, The City/City of London 28 Leadenhall Market, Leadenhall Street, The City/City of London 6 Pancras Square, King's Cross Outdoor Piazza, Euston Station, Camden Town 115 Buckingham Palace Road, Westminster 6 Market Place, Oxford Street, Fitzrovia 5 Bernard Street, Bloomsbury 1 The Cut, South Bank/Southwark 88 Wardour Street, Soho 460 Strand, Covent Garden
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