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  • Jason C. • 32 reviews

    17 March 2025

    10/10

    Excellent food, delicious and tasty. Superb & wonderful friendly service highly recommended

  • Grace L. • 7 reviews

    15 March 2025

    4.5/10

    Firstly Really friendly and quick service - I couldn’t fault it! Sorry for the bad review review but the food was awful, my partner couldn’t touch it and immediately went to buy food after. We had beef fajitas & birria beef tacos - vile.

  • Grace C. • 3 reviews

    28 February 2025

    7/10

    Food was good except there seemed to be a strange chemical aftertaste on everything. I’m not sure if this was the type of oil used or something else. Service and ambience were very nice.

  • Sarah K. • 1 review

    7 March 2025

    10/10

    Every time we have been there the delicious food and incredible service have always been on point and the restaurant is full of life and good vibes and the staff are some of the most helpful, polite and over all lovely people . A total must go whenever we're in town!!

  • Michelle Y.

    Michelle Y. • 3 reviews

    7 March 2025

    10/10
    A lively gathering featuring three cocktails: a margarita with lime, a vibrant red fruit-based drink with mint and cucumber, and a creamy cocktail topped with a lime wheel, alongside a sizzling dish of marinated meat and colorful vegetables in a cast-iron skillet.
    Succulent ribeye steak cooked medium-rare, garnished with fresh herbs, accompanied by crispy sweet potato fries, tender seasoned chicken, sautéed vegetables, and a plate of pasta topped with light sauce and cheese, with additional barbecue and salsa sauces.

    Great portions, lovely food, all ingredients are always fresh. it's our go to place for Mexican.

  • Angelo Giuseppe D.

    Angelo Giuseppe D. • 124 reviews

    8 March 2025

    2/10

    This establishment says that service charge is optional but then they charge it anyway. It's already ugly that they charge it by default, then I asked them to remove it (and I felt like a thief, shouldn't, because the personnel should be already be paid by the establishment I hope), they said they would, but when I paid it was the same amount as before. I noticed half a second too late, my contactless payment had already gone through

  • Tony H. • 50 reviews

    7 March 2025

    9.5/10
    Creamy ice cream topped with glossy chocolate truffles and fresh strawberries, garnished with a sprig of mint.

    Great restaurant, among the best mojitos I have tasted.

  • Isabelle L. • 1 review

    1 March 2025

    8/10

    specifically went as my friend was djing and was pleasantly surprised by the food which was generous and tasty. service was very fast for starters but then quite slow for main although that suited us as we wanted to chat. the live music is a nice addition but it makes it more difficult to have a conversation

  • Stuart B. • 1 review

    1 March 2025

    10/10

    There was a great vibe to the place with friendly attentive staff immediately from from of house to waiting staff. Fantastic tasting food served in good time. If you like Mexican this is the place to go.

  • Nash R. • 43 reviews

    23 January 2025

    7/10

    Food OK - a bit oily.

  • James H.

    James H. • 93 reviews

    28 February 2025

    10/10

    had a great time.!

  • Elaine D. • 4 reviews

    26 February 2025

    10/10
    A large folded tortilla filled with seasoned meat or beans, topped with creamy sauce, radish slices, and black olives, served with dark bean dip, tangy red sauce, and smooth guacamole.

    Great service snd although noticed a few changes the regular nachos dish was as delicious as ever -though the portion is smaller, the fantastic (still fantastic) salsa & taco chips is now a paid for side dish as opposed to a “cover” - But main courses are now either with beans or rice, this makes total sense as i always asked to scrap the rice anyhow. The “burrito especial” was more generous and beautifully presented, fabulously tasty and very filling. Prices still very reasonable. Only disappointment no amber beer bug the Modelo Especial was ok.

  • Sophie L.

    Sophie L. • 22 reviews

    19 February 2025

    10/10
    Sizzling skillet of seasoned chicken with bell peppers and onions, accompanied by cheesy nachos, sauces, and soft tortillas.
    Golden brown churros served with rich chocolate sauce for dipping, accompanied by a refreshing beverage garnished with mint.

    staff were amazing and food delicious and big portions x

  • Vanessa H. • 6 reviews

    22 February 2025

    10/10

    Great choice off food and all delicious. Warm welcome, attentive staff and cocktails were amazing. Definately heading back when in Covent Garden

  • Jack F. • 1 review

    16 February 2025

    9/10
    Enchiladas filled with shredded meat, topped with green sauce, creamy drizzle, and shredded cheese, served with seasoned black beans, spiced rice, crispy tortilla chips, and guacamole garnished with pomegranate seeds.

    Delicious food, portion sizes much too small - especially for the price Service charge is popped on the bill automatically - you can remove it, but it's cheeky (just put your prices up 10% or whatever).

  • Susanna P.

    Susanna P. • 34 reviews

    19 February 2025

    8/10

    All dishes were delicious! Tacos Birria was a bit tight in portion. The place is beautiful but a bit too noisy

  • Jill W. • 1 review

    15 February 2025

    10/10

    Friendly welcoming staff, fast & efficient service & food is delicious. Lovely atmosphere! Will definitely be back. Thank you 🙏

  • IRENA T. • 1 review

    4 February 2025

    10/10
    Two refreshing berry-based cocktails garnished with mint leaves, lime slices, and strawberries, served in tall glasses.
    Café Pacifico's entrance features a stylish sign, flanked by potted plants and warm lights, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere with a blend of modern and traditional design elements.

    It was a special Birthday and the staff made the experience so nice. Even coming to the table and singing Happy Birthday with a free desert.

  • Eleni T. • 22 reviews

    9 February 2025

    10/10

    Very quick and efficient service, rather large portions and well prepared.

  • York P. • 16 reviews

    12 November 2024

    10/10
    A vibrant spread of Mexican cuisine featuring soft tacos with shredded meat, black beans, chunky salsa, crispy fried fish with lime, creamy dipping sauce, fresh salad, and tortilla chips with mild salsa.

    The fusion Mexican food are so special. I like the Baja style Sea Bass and King Prawn Tacos, it’s my first time to have the seafood taco and the taste is good.

  • Hanna T. • 1 review

    7 January 2025

    3.5/10

    The restaurant, smelt weird, and food was overpriced

  • ian d. • 1 review

    31 January 2025

    9/10

    Great place to eat apart from the service charge

  • Summer D. • 5 reviews

    1 February 2025

    10/10

    Best most authentic Mexican food I’ve had to date. Everyone who served was attentive and kind. Can’t wait to go back

  • Pip W. • 1 review

    1 February 2025

    8/10

    Lovely place but the food was bland but with an artificial smoked flavour

  • Gary B. • 1 review

    30 January 2025

    10/10
    Enchiladas filled with chicken or cheese, topped with creamy white sauce, served with a fresh salad, fluffy rice, and black beans garnished with cheese.

    Fantastic authentic food

  • Diane M. • 15 reviews

    30 January 2025

    9.5/10

    London institution which is as nice as I remembered! Good food, great service, and decent wine. Reasonable prices for the heart of Covent Garden too.

  • Ajas H. • 175 reviews

    30 January 2025

    10/10

    Good food and nice surroundings, with good service.

  • sarah A. • 27 reviews

    28 January 2025

    9.5/10
    Crispy burrito topped with sour cream and fresh guacamole, served with seasoned black beans and tangy red salsa.

    Delicious food and cocktail. Friendly service.

  • Maxine W. • 2 reviews

    27 January 2025

    10/10

    Lovely food, Good service. Would come back again !

  • Malik I. • 1 review

    19 January 2025

    6.5/10

    Food was good but fish was dry

  • Andrew M. • 4 reviews

    23 January 2025

    10/10

    This was a pre theatre meal visit and 2nd time of visiting. The venue is quality, the service slick and the food superb. The only negative point was that I only had time for one margarita

  • Divine m.

    Divine m. • 9 reviews

    12 January 2025

    4/10

    Bland food.

  • Alan T. • 6 reviews

    12 January 2025

    8/10
    Sizzling beef fajitas with sautéed bell peppers and onions, alongside grilled shrimp garnished with fresh herbs, lime wedges, dipping sauces, and black beans.

    Food was very tasty, and service very good.

  • Lydia E. • 37 reviews

    8 January 2025

    10/10

    There is a warm, welcoming atmosphere; staff are excellent as well as service and food. Perfect for any occasion and also family-friendly.

  • Neil C. • 1 review

    29 December 2024

    8/10

    Enjoyed our recent visit to cafe Pacifico, although I can’t fathom why the fajitas are so expensive and cheese and guacamole are pricey extras that should really be included for that price. £30 for chicken fajitas with all the usual extras feels expensive.

  • niamh o. • 1 review

    30 December 2024

    10/10

    the food was amazing and filling and the service was very good

  • Chloe J. • 12 reviews

    29 December 2024

    10/10
    Fresh mixed greens salad topped with grilled chicken, sliced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes, dressed with a light vinaigrette, accompanied by tortilla chips and guacamole.

    I really enjoyed my meal here. Very tasty grilled chicken, good portion size, and the side of plantain was also very tasty. would be quite expensive without the discount we got with our yums.

  • Greg R. • 1 review

    23 December 2024

    10/10

    I am from Texas, I know TexMex! Most authentic TexMex I’ve had in London!

  • Giorgio L. • 1 review

    28 December 2024

    6.5/10

    Food in general very average. Tacos Birria taste fine but too greasy for my taste. Tacos al pastor a bit tasteless, felt like boiled. Guacamole good, drinks good.

  • Anesh C. • 1 review

    17 December 2024

    10/10
    A lively dining scene featuring a sizzling platter of mixed grilled meats, crispy spring rolls, and a selection of fried items, complemented by various dipping sauces.

    Brings back memories, I haven't been to Cafe Pacifico in over 20 years. Use to go all the time before. Still got the special vibe. Only can be experienced once you go. Too many other places have become like a chain restuarants. This has something which makes it unique in London and has not changed for the better. Great location and staff are very friendly.

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