Born from blue agave, then fermented and distilled into the fiery drink we know today, tequila is one hell of a way to have fun, and we've found out where in London serves up something special. From shot bars to Mexican restaurants that also know their way around mezcal, these are some of the best spots for a tequila in London, whether to you it's a party drink, or you're proud of its roots.
Last updated on 30th October 2023
Every Saturday, you can find Tequila Cantina at The Cavendish, a Marylebone boozer and dining room. Expect to enjoy an immersive tasting, whip up your own bespoke bottle of the spirit to take home and try your hand at making cocktails too.
As the name suggests, Tequila Mockingbird absolutely adores the agave-based spirit. So much so, that it offers some seriously stunning margaritas and slammers, with a bunch of incred happy hour deals to boot. Find it all across London, including Clapham, Covent Garden and more.
If you're looking for a Wahackin' good time then the Terrace Bar lives up to all its siblings Mexican glory. With a range of sumptuously smoky Tequilas and Mezcal remedies waiting to be sipped, try the traditional tastes of Mehico with a slammer of these golden glories. Bursting with hispanic flavour and sass, there's tamarind, lime, hibiscus, grapefruit and mint essences by the bucking broco load.
Head of the fast-casual dining scene in London, Benito's Hat are a prime place to catch a slice of Mexican food in London. Head on down for a roster of Latin inspired bites with a punchy flavour set alongside a roster of margaritas aplenty.
Giving it some serious welly in the Mexican department is cult cocktail classic, Barrio in Brixton and Covent Garden. Not only do its interiors scream South America, but its roster of tequila and mezcal behind the bar is also sure to impress even the most hardened of fans.
This Mexican restaurant in Camden takes its tequila and mezcal very seriously. Try out this awesome London tequila bar for some of the best selections in the capital.
Searching for fabulous haunts for nights out? NYX Eat, Drink & Play is a real stunner as it fronts quirky interiors and plush seating. It also doesn't hurt that it has a killer cocktail selection and a tequila library that boasts over 20 mezcals.
Featuring spicy tuna rolls and crispy prawn bao buns, Sican is an excellent Fitzrovia restaurant serving Nikkei-style cuisine. Try their wasabi margarita, alongside a slew of tequila, from Patron to Don Julio Blanco and much more.
Zapote is the Mexican restaurant bar that's serving up a whole load of food from award-winning chef Yahir Gonzalez. So, not only will you get those stunning interiors and amazing plates, but also unique tequila cocktails flavoured with jalapeno, pineapple, passionfruit tea and more.
@ The Broadcaster on Every Wednesday
Head to slick rooftop bar The Broadcaster for its weekly Tacos, Tequila & Tunes bonanza. Taking place on Wednesdays, this lets you guzzle £10 tequila and mezcal-laced cocktails while bobbing your head to party bangers. And if you're hungry, you can also bag three tacos for £15.
Jin Bar is a West London tequila destination that's got more than 70 bottles of that and mezcal. Adding to the appeal? This stunning spot is housed inside a hotel, fronting dimmed lighting, expert mixologists, yellow accents and tropical plants throughut.
London Cocktail Club Oxford Circus is themed to be a Gangster Tequila Paradise. With plenty of Mexican and California influences, it is an interesting party place. The bar has a main focus on tequila and whisky to create extravagant and delicious cocktails. For a late night party place, something a bit different than you're used to.
