Wahaca Waterloo

£8 - £20 / Mexican, Vegetarian options

119 Waterloo Rd, London

Opening hours

12PM-10PM

Sunday 12PM-10PM
Monday 12PM-10PM
Tuesday 12PM-10PM
Wednesday 12PM-10PM
Thursday 12PM-10PM
Friday 12PM-10PM
Saturday 12PM-10PM

Superb Service and Vibrant Mexican Flavors

Visiting Wahaca near Waterloo transports you into a tapestry of vibrant flavors and well-crafted dishes that echo the heart and soul of quintessential Mexican dining tempered with a bit of British charm. Upon stepping through its threshold, the energetic buzz coupled with eclectic decor instantly grasps your attention, creating a culinary stage bustling with characters both in service and dishes. In this throbbing background, the tangy guacamole served with impeccably crisp chips becomes affair riche, setting a delightful preface for what follows.

The menu unveils a spectrum of tacos—each a little masterpiece. Particularly, the ancho mushroom tacos won my affection, accompanied by vivid chorizo quesadillas that sing against a melodic backdrop of guacamole and fragrant spices. As dusk approached, and the hubbub crescendoed with an ever-busy kitchen tale, the team's spirit of amicability reigned supreme. Despite the occasional lapse—barely warm burritos being promptly remedied—it was impossible not to fall for the warmth exuding from waiters like Chris and Daniel, whose recommendations transcended mere service to memory-made. As we slipped back into the London night, one could only ponder—a cheerful chaos perfectly balanced with undeniably memorable food and corresponding service ensures we’ll return for another bite very soon. — Audrey Al Dente