Wahaca Wahaca is a vibrant family style Mexican restaurant and bar located in Chandos Place, offering fresh and tasty small plates inspired by Oaxacan markets. Founded by MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers, Wahaca features a lively atmosphere, tasty cocktails and a pre-theatre or dinner menu that is perfect for sharing. In 2016, Wahaca achieved carbon neutrality certification and continues to prioritize sustainability in their practices. Come enjoy delicious Mexican street food with friends and family at Wahaca.

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24/06/2026

Skip the UK heatwave cooking and order our new taco-kits are available exclusively through 🤩

Your freshest obsession yet ✨Our Sunshine Bowl’s have 30 plants in one dish ☀️With every bite transporting you to Mexico...
23/06/2026

Your freshest obsession yet ✨

Our Sunshine Bowl’s have 30 plants in one dish ☀️

With every bite transporting you to Mexico 🇲🇽

You can add Grilled Chicken, ‘Halloumi Al Pastor’ or Garlic Sweet Potato 🤤

Get fresh this summer ✨

22/06/2026

Great food starts long before it reaches our kitchens, so we’re sharing the stories behind the suppliers that bring our menu to life 🌽✨

work with carefully sourced corn and traditional Mexican production methods, guided by quality and respect for every ingredient, to produce the tortillas and tortilla chips we’re proud to serve in the dishes you love.

Celebrating the Roots of our Recipes at Wahaca.

Canary Wharf, we’ve got your weekday lunch sorted 🌯🌯 We’ve just launched our new Chicken Caesar Burrito, a special saucy...
21/06/2026

Canary Wharf, we’ve got your weekday lunch sorted 🌯🌯 We’ve just launched our new Chicken Caesar Burrito, a special saucy menu addition available over Summer.

Loaded with Ajillo grilled chicken, cos mix, crunchy tortilla crisps, rice, cheese and a generous amount of casserole dressing, all wrapped in a fresh tortilla! Want a protein boost? Add an extra serve of grilled chicken.

Available exclusively at our Canary Wharf van, parked up perfectly in front of Canada Square from 12-3pm Monday to Friday.

16/06/2026

Bring the match-day celebrations home this World Cup with our new taco-kits available through Deliveroo ⚽️

Whether you’re hosting a watch party or settling in with a few friends, our kits mean you can load up warm tortillas with authentic flavours, fresh salsas and all the extras you need to impress your group and take the stress out of cooking.

Available now exclusively through Deliveroo, order now and let the games begin!

15/06/2026

Get yourself down to our Southbank restaurant this week to try our limited edition Watermelon Sugar Margarita, in honour of Harry’s performance at Meltdown Festival 🍉

13/06/2026

Footballs coming home, but your bill might not be! This World Cup, we want everyone to have a shot at glory. Ask your server to roll a lion, and you could win some seriously great rewards!

1 lion = round of margaritas
2 lions = take 50% off your bill
3 lions = we’ll pick up your entire bill

T&C’s - Prizes apply to tables of up to 6 guests. Available at England locations only. Promotion runs from 10 June–20 July.

Good luck, victory awaits 🦁⚽️🏆

13/06/2026

Footballs coming home, but your bill might not be! This World Cup, we want everyone to have a shot at glory. Ask your server to roll a lion, and you could win some seriously great rewards.

1 lion = round of margaritas
2 lions = take 50% off your bill
3 lions = we’ll pick up your entire bill

T&C’s - Prizes apply to tables of up to 6 guests. Available exclusively at our England restaurants. Promotion runs from 10th June - 20th July.

Good luck, victory awaits 🦁⚽️🏆

12/06/2026

Crisped Jersey Royal potatoes are the perfect addition to your table this summer, with jalapeño sauce, crema and delicious corn 🌽

Get into the Mexican spirit of things at Wahaca this Day of the Dead. It’s a vibrant celebration of life and an opportun...
25/10/2022

Get into the Mexican spirit of things at Wahaca this Day of the Dead. It’s a vibrant celebration of life and an opportunity to remember the lives of the dearly departed. Our restaurants will be decked out with colourful altars inspired by Mexican ofrendas.

Come try out our new Tipsy Catrina cocktail, a floral twist on a margarita with hints of rose petals and pomegranate. Perfect to pair with our mouth-watering Lamb Birria Tacos and autumnal Riverford Organic Squash & Crumbled Feta Tostadas. Available until 6th November.

12/09/2022

From 12th to 28th September 2022 our Covent Garden branch is closed while we have a little work done to stay looking at our best. We’re open again from Thursday 29th September. Wahaca Oxford Circus is open as usual.

Just over a month left to get your hands on our summer specials! Be sure to try out our Burrata with Tomatillos and Toma...
18/08/2022

Just over a month left to get your hands on our summer specials! Be sure to try out our Burrata with Tomatillos and Tomatoes and Habanero Corn on the Cob while you can.

Summer at Wahaca never looked so good! Our vibrant specials were inspired by none other than our co-founder, Thomasina M...
28/07/2022

Summer at Wahaca never looked so good!

Our vibrant specials were inspired by none other than our co-founder, Thomasina Miers and can be found in her new book “Meat-Free Mexican”.

Our citrusy Habanero Corn on the Cob is the perfect addition to any summer spread. Be sure to make our cool, creamy, Burrata with Tomatillos and Tomatoes the centrepiece for your next Mexican feast.

Address

66 Chandos Place, Covent Garden
London
WC2N 4HG

For public transport, the nearest tube station is Covent Garden on the Piccadilly line, which is a 5-minute walk away. Alternatively, Leicester Square tube station is also nearby and is served by the Northern and Piccadilly lines.

For driving, there are several car parks within walking distance of Chandos Place such as Q-Park Chinatown and NCP Covent Garden. However, please note that central London has a Congestion Charge zone which operates from Monday to Friday during certain hours.

Please note that Chandos Place is a pedestrian-only street so if you plan to drive or be dropped off, you will need to find an alternative route.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 10pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

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What people say

Wahaca, located in the heart of Covent Garden near the Adelphi Theatre, is a must-visit for anyone looking for fresh and vibrant Mexican street food. Founded by MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers, this family-style restaurant and bar serves up delicious small plates inspired by the Oaxacan markets. The lively soundtracks and tasty cocktails make it the perfect spot for lunch, pre-theatre or dinner.

What sets Wahaca apart is their commitment to sustainability. They were certified as a carbon-neutral restaurant back in 2016 and continue to put sustainability at the core of what they do. From tacos to burritos, every dish is made with fresh ingredients that are perfect for sharing.

The location on Chandos Place adds to the charm of this Mexican restaurant. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with friends and family, Wahaca has something for everyone. So head over to Wahaca and experience the delicious flavors of Mexico in a fun and sustainable environment!