Wahaca, Angel

Wahaca, Angel Located on Upper Street in Islington, Wahaca Angel is a vibrant and fresh Mexican restaurant that serves up delicious small plates inspired by the markets of Oaxaca. Founded by MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers, this restaurant also offers food delivery services and tasty cocktails with lively soundtracks. As a carbon neutral certified restaurant, Wahaca Angel puts sustainability at the core of their menu offerings. Perfect for sharing, their tacos and burritos are not to be missed.
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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 🌽

27/11/2023

We'll be closed from 4pm on Tuesday 28th November for a private event with last entry at 3:30pm. We won't be taking any Deliveroo or Click and collect orders during this time. You can get your nearest Wahaca fix at our Shoreditch restaurant.

We’ll be open for tacos again from Wednesday 29th November and look forward to welcoming you back with open arms.

28/11/2022

We’ll be closed tomorrow evening (29th November) from 5pm for a private event. We also won't be accepting any Deliveroo or Click and Collect orders during this time. Get your nearest Wahaca fix at our Shoreditch restaurant.

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.

14/09/2022

On Monday 19th September, we will be open from 5pm to allow our teams to pay their respects to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

We will reopen on Tuesday 20th September.

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

68-69 Upper Street, The Angel
London
N1 0NY

To reach Upper Street in London, take the Northern Line to Angel station or the Overground to Highbury & Islington station. From either station, exit and walk towards Upper Street. If driving, there is limited metered street parking available on Upper Street and surrounding areas. Alternatively, there are several pay-and-display car parks located nearby such as the N1 Centre Car Park and Business Design Centre Car Park.

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+44 20 3951 9743

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What people say

Mexican restaurants are known for their vibrant and flavorful dishes that are perfect for sharing with friends and family. And when it comes to Mexican cuisine, Wahaca, Angel in Upper Street, London is a must-visit spot.

What sets Wahaca apart from other Mexican restaurants is their commitment to sustainability. They were certified as a carbon-neutral restaurant back in 2016 and continue to prioritize sustainability in everything they do. This means that you can enjoy your delicious tacos and burritos guilt-free!

But it's not just about sustainability at Wahaca - the food itself is absolutely delicious. Inspired by the small plates found in Oaxacan markets, the dishes are fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor. Whether you're a fan of tacos or prefer something heartier like a burrito, there's something for everyone on the menu.

And let's not forget about the cocktails! The drinks at Wahaca are just as tasty as the food, with creative concoctions that perfectly complement the flavors of the dishes.

To top it all off, Wahaca has a lively atmosphere with great music playing in the background. It's the perfect spot for a fun night out with friends or a casual dinner with family.

Overall, if you're looking for delicious Mexican street food that's sustainable and served up in a fun atmosphere, look no further than Wahaca, Angel on Upper Street in London.

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