THE MARGARITA.
the 6 best margaritas in london from spicy tequila & mezcal bars to eat-your-heart-out taco emporiums
⏺ DEL74
THE ULTIMATE PARTY STARTER
Del74 is the neighbourhood spot that feels like a permanent 70s house party. The vibe is loud, the staff are legends, and the margaritas come in heavy-hitting jugs. Whether you go for the classic lime or the spicy Ancho Reyes version, they are served ice-cold and designed to be drunk alongside the best fish tacos in East London. It’s unpretentious, high-octane, and exactly where you want to be on a Tuesday night when "one drink" inevitably turns into five. No wait, six, seven, eiiiiggght...
Dalston
tacosdel74.com
photos from @del74tacos
THE LONDON 100 WINNER / BEST MARGARITA
⏺ HACHA
CRYSTAL CLEAR LIQUID MAGIC
If you think a margarita needs to be lime-green and cloudy, Hacha is here to blow your mind. Their signature Mirror Margarita is crystal clear, perfectly transparent, and dangerously smooth. It’s won more awards than we’ve had hot dinners, balancing citrus and agave without a drop of fresh lime in sight. The vibe is sleek, minimalist, and deeply serious about tequila. It’s the kind of bar that makes you feel 15% cooler just by sitting at the counter.
Dalston
hachabar.com
photos from @hachabar
⏺ HOMIES ON DONKEYS
HIP-HOP, TACOS, AND TEQUILA
Now settled into their bigger, badder Leyton home, Homies on Donkeys is still serving up the most East London experience imaginable. This isn't a cocktail lounge, it’s a high-energy taqueria where the hip-hop is loud and the drinks are sharp. Their margaritas are the perfect foil for their punchy, award-winning tacos. Expect a no-nonsense, perfectly balanced pour that hits the spot every single time. It’s raw, authentic, and exactly why we love Leyton. Real recognise real.
Leyton
homiesondonkeys.com
photos from @homiesondonkeys
⏺ THE SUN TAVERN
THE ROCK ‘N ROLL TEQUILA
While they might be famous for Irish Whiskey and Poitín, The Sun Tavern makes a Real Housewives (their agave-heavy take on the Marg) that will rattle your ribs. It’s a neighbourhood boozer with a curated soul - think copper bar tops, exposed brick, and a soundtrack of classic rock and vinyl. Their agave drinks are smoky, punchy, and served without the Mayfair price tag. It’s the perfect spot for people who want a world-class drink in a place where they can actually hear themselves think.
Bethnal Green
thesuntavern.co.uk
photos from @thesuntavernbg
⏺ HOME BAR
SHOREDITCH’S SECRET AGAVE SANCTUARY
Don't let the name fool you, this isn't your living room. Home Bar is a hidden gem for agave enthusiasts who want to escape the Shoreditch High Street madness. Their Margarita menu is extensive, ranging from the classic Tommy’s to experimental mezcal riffs that pack a punch. It’s intimate, dimly lit, and feels like a true insider secret. If you’re looking for a serious drink in a space that feels like a private club (without the annoying membership fee), this is your new HQ.
NO RES
Shoreditch
homeonravey.com
photos from @home_on_ravey
⏺ SOMA
SPICE, SMOKE, AND SOHO SOUL
Tucked behind a non-descript door in Soho, Soma is a basement sanctuary of dark wood and stainless steel. Forget the classic salt rim, you’re here for the Chaat Margarita. It’s a mind-bending mix of tequila, mezcal, gooseberry, and a hit of chaat masala that brings a salty, savoUry, spicy kick you won't find anywhere else. It’s sophisticated, slightly mysterious, and serves as the ultimate late-night hideout for those who like their drinks with a side of Indian-inspired edge.
Soho
soma.london
photos from @soma__ldn