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Mexican Restaurant ££

El Pastor King's Cross

Coal Drops Yard, King's Cross

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Mexico City-inspired tacos & in-house tortillas plus beers & mezcal in sleek, lofty environs. Summary via Google

Good to know

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet
  • ✓Accessible seating

Payment

  • ✓Credit cards
  • ✓Debit cards
  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel, especially for access needs.

About El Pastor King's Cross

El Pastor occupies a sleek, lofty space in Coal Drops Yard. The menu centres on Mexico City-inspired tacos made with in-house tortillas, alongside quesadillas, corn cake and vegetarian dishes. A drinks list includes beer, wine, mezcal and cocktails.

The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, with a children's menu available. Outdoor seating, takeaway and dine-in are offered. Live music features regularly. Bookings are taken and the venue accommodates groups.

Menu & facilities

🥪 Lunch 🍽️ Dinner ☕ Coffee 🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails 🍰 Dessert menu 🥦 Vegetarian options
🌤️ Outdoor seating 🎵 Live music 🍽️ Kids menu 🍴 Dine-in 🥡 Takeout

Opening hours

Monday
5:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 11:30 PM
Friday
12:00 – 11:30 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 10:00 PM

What's nearby

  • Coal Drops Yard next door
  • Camley Street Natural Park, London Wildlife Trust next door
  • King’s Cross Academy 150m away
  • Central Saint Martins 150m away
  • Pancras Square 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners praise this restaurant's delicious and authentic Mexican food, particularly the flavorful tacos, good steak quesadillas, and good corn cake. The lively atmosphere and friendly service from the staff are also frequently highlighted.

Some reviews mention the service can be inattentive.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Cuisine
Mexican
Guest rating
4.4 / 5 (3,511 reviews)
Price level
££
Good for children
Yes
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Destination
King's Cross