KOL

KOL is a Mexican-inspired British restaurant located in Marylebone, London. Led by Chef Patron Santiago Lastra and Development Chef Adam Qureshi, KOL offers bold and bright flavors using local ingredients. With priority reservations available for May, don't miss out on the opportunity to try their late spring menu featuring wild produce from across the country.

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14/10/2026

For our autumn paleta, we take sweetcorn from and ripple it through crème fraîche ice cream, then top it with corn caramel and popped corn.

25/09/2026

On Sunday 18 October, we mark six years with a one-night-only collaboration featuring some of London’s most enduring names.

Joining Santiago Lastra and the KOL team:

Margot Henderson, Rochelle Canteen

Tomos Parry, Mountain Beak Street/ Brat

Chetan Sharma, 🇮🇳 Gymkhana/ BiBi

jeremy lee,

From m❤️y Heart and Edward Tscheppe, Gut Oggau

At the party, each chef brings their own take on Mexican cooking: five dishes for guests to explore at their own pace. Austrian w**e producers Eduard & Stephany Tscheppe of Gut Oggau will be part of the evening, pouring a welcome glass of w**e upstairs. Afterwards, the celebrations continue downstairs with cocktails and w**e from Gut Oggau continuing to flow.

Choose between two sittings, 6PM and 8PM.
Tickets are £135 and include five dishes, a welcome glass of Gut Oggau w**e, and a cocktail downstairs. They will be released via our newsletter from 5PM on Monday 28 September.

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18/09/2026

Six years in London has meant six years alongside the kitchens, chefs, and rooms that make the city an exciting place to eat.

To celebrate, we’re gathering a few names we can’t imagine London without for one night only.

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18.10.26.
Save the date.

08/09/2026

Looking back at dessert “Viva la Vida,” created for a special menu at Tate Modern Restaurant.

Inspired by the watermelons in Frida Kahlo’s final painting, it brings together three ice creams (sorrel, British yoghurt and strawberry) finished with chamomile oil and served alongside crisp buñuelos.

We paired it with reposado, its toasted caramel notes matching the dessert’s light, fruit-led sweetness perfectly, complementing it without ever overpowering.

If you missed it at Tate Modern Restaurant, it’s on our menu all September.

27/08/2026

Behind the scenes: Nixtamalisation with chef Carlotta. The foundation of our tortillas, tamales, nicuatoles and so much more.⁠⁠

17/08/2026

A massive congratulations to our chef patron Santiago Lastra on the launch of Mexican Soul!

What an afternoon celebrating a book years in the making, and thank you to everyone who joined us at KOL to enjoy dishes from the book.

Mexican Soul is out now.

06/08/2026

KOL @ Tate.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our dinners at Tate, celebrating the world of Frida Kahlo. It was a privilege to bring KOL’s food into such an iconic space, and to share these evenings with so many of you.

Huge thanks to Tate for welcoming us in, and to Volcán De Mi Tierra for the support.

04/08/2026

The KOL team spill the dishes they’re most excited to cook from ’ debut cookbook, ahead of Sunday’s launch party.

Due to demand, we’ve added more spaces for Mexican Soul’s book launch at KOL - join us on Sunday 9 August for a relaxed standing celebration. Tickets are £70pp and include a signed copy, a live Q&A with Santiago, and four dishes from its pages.

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28/07/2026

How to make the perfect tostada with chef patron

21/07/2026

R&D: Scallop Ceviche.

Address

9 Seymour Street
London
W1H 7BA

Opening Hours

Tuesday	6pm - 11:30pm
Wednesday	12pm - 3pm
	6pm - 11:30pm
Thursday	12pm - 3pm
	6pm - 11:30pm
Friday	12pm - 3pm
	6pm - 11:30pm
Saturday	12pm - 3pm
	6pm - 11:30pm
Sunday	12pm - 6:30pm

Website

https://kolrestaurant.com/

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What people say

KOL is a restaurant that truly embodies the essence of Mexican cuisine. With Chef Patron Santiago Lastra at the helm, KOL has quickly become a go-to spot for foodies and culinary enthusiasts alike. The restaurant boasts an impressive 4.9/5 rating with over 3,822 orders, making it clear that KOL is a must-visit destination.

One of the standout dishes on the menu is the black cherry tamal, which perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. The tamal is accompanied by a sweetcorn cake and caviar, creating a unique and unforgettable dining experience.

Another highlight of KOL is their Mezcaleria, which offers an array of delicious cocktails featuring fresh ingredients like strawberry and meadowsweet. The bar also makes use of seasonal fruits like redcurrants to create unique and flavorful drinks.

KOL's commitment to using traditional Mexican techniques like nixtamalisation and milpa sets them apart from other restaurants in the area. Their dedication to preserving these ancient practices while incorporating modern twists into their dishes is truly commendable.

Overall, KOL is a fantastic restaurant that offers an unparalleled dining experience. From their innovative dishes to their expertly crafted cocktails, every aspect of KOL has been carefully curated to provide guests with an unforgettable meal.

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