La Chingada Mexican Food ( Bermondsey)

My partner and I came in for an evening meal spur of the moment thing, we had been meaning to go so many times before. We finally got our night the food was sensational. Fresh and flavourful, happy service from Paula who was very helpful and made some great recommendations! The owner of the place was extremely friendly too, clearly the staff are very passionate about the food and service 5 stars from us - we will be back for more !! Thanks again to the team - best wishes and warm regards Lewis & Nadia :)

I have to say one of the best restaurants I’ve been to in a long time. Thank you so much to Paula and the kitchen staff for making such a flavourful and enjoyable experience! The music was also great! If you like things bursting with flavour (fresh foods used every time I’ve visited!) and want a South American vibe then the is the place to go!

It’s honestly a place that’s not bad, but it’s not spectacular either. I’d recommend adding a bit more sauce to the michelada — it would make it taste more unique and less plain. The green enchiladas were quite good, and the nachos didn’t disappoint. On the other hand, the birria tacos made with lamb weren’t really to my taste — I prefer the classic ones. But still, it’s a decent option if you’re craving some Mexican food.

I noticed this restaurant the other day, and today, when passing by, we saw it buzzing with people and decided to give it a try. The service was fantastic, the food delicious, and the drinks excellent. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Amazing Mexican food. Affordable. Authentic. Don't hesitate, just go check it out! Definitely have the octopus and prawn tostada. Proper margaritas as well.

Food was good! Cocktails really good! It’s not a steak house anymore but a classic Mexican which was a nice surprise! 4 stars instead of 5 as some tacos were a bit dry, needed something like pickles or acid to cut through. The lime was good but it needed more. Other than that, would go again.

Disappointed by the Experience – Poor Value and Dismissive Attitude. Disappointed by the Experience – Poor Value and Dismissive Attitude I recently visited La Chingada with high expectations based on local buzz, but unfortunately, my experience left much to be desired. To begin with, the value for money is extremely questionable. I was charged £9 for two miniature tacos—barely more than a couple of bites each. When I raised concerns about the portion size and pricing, my feedback was met not with receptiveness, but with resistance and a dismissive tone. I was told, rather adamantly, that this was “economical” compared to other Mexican spots in the area. The policy of discontinuing burrito service after 5 p.m. was also perplexing staff stated it was “bad for business,” yet offered no alternative aside from rice, which could only be added as part of a £15 set meal. This rigid pricing structure feels more exploitative than accommodating. Additionally, the cleanliness of the venue was subpar. The tables were so sticky that lifting the laminated menu produced a peeling sound, and some of the ink actually transferred onto the table’s surface an unpleasant and avoidable hygiene issue. I’m always willing to support independent establishments, and constructive feedback should be part of that exchange. However, the overall experience here—marked by overpriced portions, inflexible service, and poor sanitation—makes it difficult to recommend La Chingada. I hope the management takes this as an opportunity to reassess their pricing, service policies, and customer engagement.

Delicious tacos ! The lamb birria and pastor tacos were especially good. Service was fast and friendly, very relaxed atmosphere.