Best Barbacoa Tacos in London
2 restaurants compared
Price range: £4.75 – £10.00
Avg recommendation: 89%
Top 2 Barbacoa Tacos in London (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 2 restaurants:
- Sonora Taqueria — score 92/100, £4.75 (Stoke Newington)
- Tacos Padre — score 85/100, £10.00 (Borough Market)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 2 Restaurants Compared
#1Score 92/100
Sonora Taqueria
Stoke Newington·$$
£4.75
Slow-cooked beef that falls apart, served with pickled onions and salsa.
Tip: The barbacoa falls apart perfectly and the salsa is fiery but balanced. Order it — reviewers consistently cite it as London's best barbacoa taco.
#2Score 85/100
Tacos Padre
Borough Market·$$
Lamb Barbacoa
£10.00
Slow-cooked lamb shoulder, shredded and spiced.
Tip: The barbacoa is tender and spiced perfectly. Pair it with lime and pickled onion from the condiment bar.