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Kingston Restaurant ££ mexican Hidden Gem

Tacos MX

Independent Mexican taqueria on Kingston High Street serving handmade corn tortillas pressed and cooked fresh daily. Carnitas, birria beef, and fajita chicken tacos with proper chilli-forward flavour.

Last checked: April 2026

Why we love it

An independent taqueria competing against chains on the high street, making fresh tortillas daily. TripAdvisor reviewers praise the authentic flavour profiles.

A proper Mexican taqueria on Kingston High Street, serving handmade corn tortillas pressed and cooked fresh daily. This isn't Tex-Mex or a burrito chain — it's closer to what you'd find at a Mexico City street stall, with distinct chilli-forward flavour profiles and fillings like carnitas, birria beef, and fajita chicken. The tacos are the core of the menu and the reason to come. Reviewers on TripAdvisor call them "authentic" with "distinct flavour" — high praise for Mexican food in Southwest London. The guacamole and chips are a solid starter. Burritos and nachos round out the menu if you want something bigger. Located at 4 Town End Parade on the High Street, open daily 11am–11pm. The vibe is casual — order, sit, eat. **The honest bit:** It's a small operation, and reviews are mixed on service and presentation. Prices are higher than you'd expect for tacos. But if you care about the food being genuinely Mexican rather than a chain interpretation, this is Kingston's best option. **Why support this one:** An independent taqueria competing against the Tortillas and Las Iguanas of the world. Fresh tortillas made daily on a high street dominated by chains — that takes commitment. *Verified dishes: tacos (carnitas, birria beef, fajita chicken), guacamole and chips, ceviche (TripAdvisor reviews)*

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