Five of the best Mexican eateries in London, according to Tripadvisor - from Yucca to Las Iguanas

With a heatwave on the way and the sun beaming, it seems like the perfect time to treat yourself to some Mexican food.

The dishes that hail from the country are vast and vary from Chilli Con Carne to Quesadillas and more.

Here are the five best places to eat Mexican food in London, according to Tripadvisor.

Yucca

Yucca has a stunning five views on the website, and is described as an ‘Intimate, low-lit eatery featuring tacos, burritos & other Mexican staples, plus tropical cocktails’.

496 Fulham Rd., London SW6 5NH, yucca-fulham.com

Leicester Square Kitchen

Part of the Kitchens brand, they describe themselves on their website as “alive and vibrant as its central London neighbourhood, Leicester Square Kitchen showcases an exquisite selection of contemporary Mexican and Peruvian small plates, entrées and specialities,  alongside reserve wines and signature cocktails”

31-36 Leicester Square, London WC2H 7LH, thekitchensrestaurants.co.uk/leicester-square-kitchen

Mestizo

It’s the best of both worlds here, as you can get the finest Mexican cuisine, but also have another famous Mexican export - tequila.

People on Tripadvisor recommend that people ask to sit upstairs, to get the most out of your visit with this piece 4.5 star rating from almost 1,400 views.

103 Hampstead Rd, London NW1 3EL, London.mestizomx.com

Las Iguanas - the O2

The O2 is famous for hosting world class musicians such as Justin Bieber, Drake, Adele and more but is also the home to numerous restaurants, one being Las Iguanas.

The chain can be spotted all over London, such as Southbank with a lovely view of the Thames if you’re sat outside.

With home comforts such as a chorizo burger and more, everyone will be welcome.

The Las Iguanas at the O2 has a four star rating from just shy of 1,000 reviews and is described as ‘legend’.

Unit 3 The O2, Peninsula Square, London SE10 0DX, iguanas.co.uk/restaurants/london/o2

Buffalo American Grill & Tex Mex

This really has it all, as you can order American staples such as a rack of ribs, with the restaurant also serving both vegetarian and vegan options.

Online, it is described as ‘Relaxed, colourful eatery for Tex-Mex, American barbecue & Southern seafood dishes plus cocktails’, with one person saying it’s “great food in a nice relaxed environment’.

33 Greenwich Church St, London SE10 9BJ, www.buffalo-greenwich.co.uk