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Taqueria - review by sue

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 15:57:10 +0000

Taqueria - review by sue

Rating: 4.4

Location: 139-143 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RS, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7229 4734

Website: http://www.coolchiletaqueria.co.uk

Tags: mexican, notthing hill, good value

Popped into Taqueria one afternoon for a quick, late lunch. It is a no-frills type of place, with basic dÃ©cor and smiling staff. Not the venue for a romantic rendezvous, but perfect for good value snack or meal.

After quite a while perusing the menu, and a couple of questions to our helpful waiter we ordered a few things to share - the Pollo Tostada; the Choriqueso Tacos; and the Carne Asada Tacos; along with sides of Frijoles de la olla and PlÃ¡tano frito. And of course a couple of beers.

While we enjoyed the food, it didn't particularly thrill us, though I would consider returning again to try some more dishes.

Taqueria - review by nopstar

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 14:29:17 +0000

Taqueria - review by nopstar

Rating: 4.4

Location: 139-143 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RS, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7229 4734

Website: http://www.coolchiletaqueria.co.uk

Tags: tacos, taqueria

Since leaving San Francisco earlier this year, I have been suffering serious taco withdrawal. My lunch repertoire included a weekly visit to my local truck for some carnitas and carne asada tacos. Iâ¬"m happy to report that Iâ¬"ve finally satisfied my taco fix.

I stumbled across this little gem this past week. For those looking for an authentic taco experience, I whole heartedly recommend you get to cool Chiquita Taqueria. They serve up good â¬Sstreet styleâ¬

Taqueria - review by moorej

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 17:23:47 +0000

Taqueria - review by moorej

Rating: 4.4

Location: 139-143 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RS, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7229 4734

Website: http://www.coolchiletaqueria.co.uk

Tags: lively, good value, crowded, mexican

For those seeking dribblingly delicious Mexican fare only ('Old El Paso' lovers need not apply - there's nothing remotely resembling a chimichanga here!) Famous for bringing real tacos to London, I'd put this marvel of a place in my top 10 London restaurants - and would willingly walk the marathon on my hands to keep this place open. Don't expect a romantic setting or a quiet meal. This place is bustling with smiling, salivating customers.

Taqueria - review by Hugo

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:10:59 +0000

Taqueria - review by Hugo

Rating: 4.4

Location: 139-143 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RS, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7229 4734

Website: http://www.coolchiletaqueria.co.uk

Tags: lively, original, fun, mexican, tasty

Went here about a year ago and have been meaning to go back.

Taqueria is an authentic but desperately tasty Mexican gastronomic adventure.

I confess that I cannot remember the names of all the dishes I had (maybe the beer was a little tasty too) but I was struck by how tasty and original the food was. I have since moved out of the area but need an excuse to go back...

The Forge - review by sue

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 19:15:58 +0000

The Forge - review by sue

Rating: 4.0

Location: 14 Garrick Street, WC2E 9BJ, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7379 1432

Website: http://www.theforgerestaurant.co.uk

Tags: friendly, international, business, excellent service, brasserie

Whilst trying to decide where to dine pre-theatre one evening, I recalled a friend recently raving about the Rib-eye steak at The Forge, in Covent Garden. I do have a penchant for a Rib-eye, and the theatre was located close by, so The Forge it was.

Not one of those touristy Covent Garden restaurants, The Forge is instead a stylish modern European restaurant, with a very appealing menu and good prices for the area. It looks like the type of place that does a roaring trade for business lunches, and the atmosphere may be a little staid if you are the young and trendy type.

Service was impeccable throughout our meal. The timing was perfect and the attention just right. The speed in which we were able to obtain the bill, and then pay, was unheard of - and of the utmost importance when one has to hurry off to the theatre.

Food wise, we shared a starter - the Smoked eel, bacon, beetroot & horseradish salad. The flavour mix was spot on, and the presentation was good. For main course, I couldn't resist the Grilled rib eye steak with pommes frites & bearnaise sauce - it lived up to the hype, a very flavoursome steak cooked perfectly. Alex had the Slow braised shoulder of lamb with root vegetables. Although he really enjoyed it, and raved about the sauce, he felt that the portion of lamb was a tad small.

We still had time to kill before heading to the theatre so dessert seemed like the sensible thing to do. Alex opted for the Plum Tart which he happily devoured, whilst I stayed true to form with an evil Chocolate concoction, which was like a very rich mousse on a biscuit base. Thoroughly enjoyable, as was our whole experience at The Forge.

Taqueria - review by mikezoomf

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 18:21:27 +0000

Taqueria - review by mikezoomf

Rating: 4.4

Location: 139-143 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RS, London, United Kingdom

Phone: 020 7229 4734

Website: http://www.coolchiletaqueria.co.uk

Tags: cozy, texmex, cheapish, good value, mexican

This place hasn't been around that long. The owners started out selling authentic tex-mex ingredients in Borough Market. So many people thought they should start a restaurant, they went and did it.

They won't have nachos or the pub fare in the UK that tries to pass as mexican. This is the real stuff.
It's a small dining area and it's like eating at a tapas bar, where you buy lots of plates and share.