Lupita East

Specialties

Lupita is known as one of the most popular restaurants serving authentic Mexico City cuisine in London. The Chefs at Lupita pride themselves on the authenticity of their dishes. We use only fresh, high quality ingredients to create our exciting and tastebud tingling selections.

The menu items are prepared fresh daily, and in our own kitchens. The recipes are truly authentic and many items have been prepared using the exact same ingredients and techniques for over 50 years. The menu at Lupita is a true reflection of the incredible flavours, colours and aromas found throughout Mexico City. And, all of our dishes are prepared using only sustainably sourced fish, free range pork and the finest British meat.

You will taste the difference!

Choose from a wide range of dishes including tacos, tostadas, quesadillas, enchiladas and burritos, and a selection of delicious salads and soups. Then wash it all down with one of Lupita’s much loved margaritas made with 100% agave Tequila or Mezcal.

History

Established in 2010.

— It all started 50 years ago, with El Farolito, a taquería (Spanish word meaning taco shop) in a little corner of the then unknown Colonia Condesa, located just west of the historic centre of Mexico City.

At the time the taquería was just a small charcoal grill run by two grill men who prepared authentic Mexican delicacies for the locals. Within a year of opening, its popularity had grown to such an extent that people from all over Mexico City came to try the infamous «charcoal tacos» — a Central American dish dating back to the early 1900s.

In 2010, after half a century of being Mexico City’s leading taquería, El Farolito came to the UK and opened its doors in Villiers Street, London as Lupita and in 2012 launched their second restaurant, Lupita East, in Spitalfields.

Meet the Manager

Marco C.

Manager

Executive Chef

BA in Gastronomy from the Universidad del Claustro de Sor Juana in Mexico City which he completed in 2001, a Diploma in American Cuisine and a professional restaurant and bar management course under his belt, Marco has had a clear passion for quality food all his life.

Prior to joining Lupita as executive chef in 2011, Marco had worked in many of London’s well-​known restaurants such as Taqueria and Mercado Cantina as well as popular high street chains including Wahaca and Pizza Express. Spending time in Italy between 2002 and 2005 as a chef consultant and head chef, Marco developed his culinary skills further, focusing on authentic Mexican dining. As an integral part of the team at Lupita, Marco manages the daily operations in the kitchen, is responsible for the food preparation, suppliers directory and ordering as well as playing a creative part in the development of the menus ensuring the focus is always on the authenticity of the food using seasonal produce.

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