Guide to the best margaritas in London

One of the hottest restaurants in town, Kol in Marylebone, doesn't cut corners when it comes to margaritas either. Served in the in-house Mezcaleria, Kol's take on the classic cocktail is made in line with the restaurant's ethos of championing Mexican spirits and using wild, seasonal British ingredients. The Kol margarita is made using Volcan Blanco for tequila and Montelobos Espadin for mezcal. There's no lime included, but the team uses an alternative type of acidity, verjus and yuzu sake, to create the same sour taste. 

At Little Lines, the approach to cocktails is a bit different from the norm. This sophisticated bar in the Rixo flagship store specialises in pre-mixed bottled cocktails, guaranteeing consistency in every drink. Their signature spicy Tommy's margarita is made with Los Arcos, agave, lime, and chilli. Little Lines is a relaxed venue that doesn't require reservations, with decor that exudes a classic old-world glamour.

The margaritas at Hacha are so delicious that they basically have a cult following amongst avid margarita fans. This bar was awarded first in the UK Specialist Bar of the Year 2022 awards and is a true celebration of all things tequila and mezcal. It's London's first agaveria and is the creator of the Mirror Margarita, which has clocked up several awards since its creation. They serve a selection of eclectic margarita varieties, like the best-selling Honeybee, which uses Don Julio Blanco Tequila or Banhez Mezcal and shakes it up with Hacha's house sour mix and chipotle honey.

Buzzy Finsbury Park bar Someday has a lively atmosphere, sleek interiors, and a shedload of margarita mixes to choose from, whether you like classic, fruity, or spicy concoctions. Spritzes are another speciality here and you can line your stomach with a choice of food menus - pizza, tacos, or burgers?

If you want to try a flawlessly executed margarita (or ten), head to El Pastor, a family of London taquerias shaking up hundreds of zingy cocktails weekly. They've got a menu chock full of margaritas, from avocado and passionfruit to hibiscus and honeydew, accompanied by tacos and other classic Mexican dishes.

If you're partial to a fruity margarita, you'll like Cavita in Marylebone. Alongside a menu of familiar Mexican dishes inspired by chef Adriana Cavita's childhood, they also have a dedicated mezcal bar downstairs and serve a creative selection of cocktails, including a must-try refreshing watermelon margarita made with fresh spiced watermelon and zingy lime.

Lillie Langtry is your one-stop shop for classic pub grub in a charming British setting that perfectly blends traditional and contemporary. Their menu is chock full of creative cocktails, spirits, wines and more, including a banging jalapeño margarita that will certianly add a little va va voom to your evening.

Mestizo is the place to go for authentic Mexican food in an upbeat, lively atmosphere. Alongside their menu of Mex-inspired grub (which includes some lesser-known dishes), they also have a drinks list, including an extensive choice of tequila-based cocktails, including the Mezcalito and tequila sour.

Doña is a female-owned mezcal and music bar in Stoke Newington, decked out in outlandish pink decor and hanging tasselled lampshades. It was born from the love for top-quality mezcal, community and music, consistently championing independent creativity. They serve tasty tacos and a curated list of cocktails made with the best artisanal mezcal from Mexico, including various margaritas crafted with plenty of the smokey stuff.

We couldn't write a roundup of the best margaritas in London without including the OG of the spicy margarita world, the humble picante, which aptly translates to 'spicy' in Spanish. Now, we understand that there's a divide between people who love the Soho House chain and people who detest it, but one thing most avid marg fans will probably agree on is that their spicy marg is pretty damn good. It's just the right amount of sweet and spicy with just enough ice that it doesn't water your drink down. We'll take ten, please.

Kitted out with plush red booths, 360-degree skyline views and a seriously impressive margarita menu, Decimo excels all expectations as one of London's Mexican hot spots. The extensive cocktail menu features traditional Mexican spirits, including tequila, Mezcal and a selection of moreish margaritas, like the Horchata Punch and Sangria Blanca.

The masterminds behind the acclaimed Kricket restaurant are responsible for this subterranean cocktail bar with a seasonally-changing menu. Their cocktail list is next level and includes a Mumbai-inspired take on the classic margarita, made with Tapiato Blanco, Mezcal Verde, chaat masala, gooseberries and zingy kumquats.

Yes, the classic margarita is one of the greatest cocktails of all time, but have you tried a frozen one? Breddos Tacos knows the score, their congelada (frozen marg) is the perfect level of slush with a salty, spicy rim, which makes it dangerously drinkable. You won't be disappointed with any of the drinks you order here, they have classic margaritas, margaritas with mezcal and a passionfruit take on the favourite.

Ixchel is a buzzy Mexican restaurant launched in Chelsea in 2023. In addition to elevated takes on Mexican classics, the restaurant boasts a vast selection of the country's spirits, also using them in an assortment of margaritas. Choose between signature house options such as an avocado margarita or a beetroot one, or stick with a timeless classic like the spicy marg.