Upstairs at La Bodega Negra Mexican Restaurant Soho

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Reviews

1. Kaitlyn Kline ★★★★☆

   A varied menu with a mix of dishes that are vegetarian friendly. My friend and I split the taco platter and the ceviche for dinner and were satisfied with that amount of food! The tacos were good, the guac on the fish taco was a particularly standout element. The ceviche was good, but I found the big chunks of the sea bass to be less nice than thin slices would have been.

   almost 5 months ago
2. Abigail Dean ★★★★☆

   Food was good! Spicy margarita wasn't super spicy but it was tasty. Service was a bit too intense for me, very attentive but in a way where we weren't given that much time to read the menu before we were supposed to decide. Gave me the vibe of being rushed out. Also having the front open meant that that it was very noisy with all the street sounds which I found a bit intrusive. But still had a very nice time!

   almost 6 months ago
3. David Zygmunt ★★★★★

   Food was excellent, especially the tacos. Enjoyed the goddess salad and the steak as well. Service was prompt and friendly. We went at a quiet time where many tables were empty.

   almost 6 months ago

1. Vee Kendall ★★★★★

   Went for the bottomless tacos. They were delicious. The starters were so good. The cocktails were dangerously yummy. There was a dj there playing all sorts of fun music. Honestly had a great night.

   almost 7 months ago
2. Freya O'Malley ★★★★★

   I had such fun at La Bodega Negra in Soho. The vibrant ambiance perfectly captures the essence of a fun Mexican restaurant. The cocktails were absolutely delicious—especially the margaritas, which were refreshing and packed with flavor. We also indulged in their unique cocktails with a Mexican twist, each one more delightful than the last. The tacos were a highlight of the evening! We tried both the mushroom and chicken varieties, and they were bursting with flavor. Paired with a selection of their other small plates, every bite was a treat. The atmosphere was electric, with great vibes and lively music setting the perfect tone for a fun night out. The energy in the restaurant was contagious, making it a fantastic spot for gathering with friends. Highly recommend La Bodega Negra for anyone looking to enjoy delicious food and drinks in a vibrant setting!

   almost 11 months ago
3. Avital Rom ★★★★★

   Wonderful tapas, fantastic staff - despite the place being very busy we were sat and served quickly and the waitress was so lovely and helpful!! Sea bass ceviche highly recommended, and the tacos are wonderful too. Didn’t try the cocktails, but there’s a great selection and they look good!

   almost 3 years ago

1. M Q ★★★★☆

   This review is for downstairs. If I find that entry on Google Maps, I'll post the review there. In the meantime... I love the quaintness of this place. The decor is unique. Sure, it's been around for 12 years, but it still has a vibe. Extensive list of tequilas and mescals. The menu is small, Gordon Ramsay would approve. The highlight, in my opinion, is the Seabass Ceviche. Turns out the chef is Peruvian! Great atmosphere, friendly service, reasonably priced. The only reason this didn't get 5 stars is because not all the dishes made me think "wow, that was incredible." We had: * Guacamole and tortilla chips - standard fare * Sea bass ceviche, amarillo, leche de tigre, totopos - incredible mix of flavours * Prawn tostada, pico de gallo, totopos - lacking in any flavour over and above the strong prawn texture and taste * Prawn taco, amarillo mayo, pineapple pico de gallo - very good * Chicken tacos al pastor, pineapple pico de gallo, chipotle mayo - the second best dish we had, the slight sweetness of the pineapple played will with the chipotle mayo * Seasonal greens, sesame seeds - well cooked, firm, crisp, the sesame seeds gave it a nice lilt in flavour Would definitely return, this place is recommended.

   almost 3 years ago
2. Paul Lavin ★★★★★

   Quiet place for a late lunch. Vast menu of tequilas and mescal. Inventive cocktails as well as standards. Small plates so you can sample a variety. Ceviche was super fresh but I should have ordered two. Sparkling guacamole. The aspersgus with green mole needed a bit of zing but nonetheless delicious.

   almost 3 years ago
3. Joanna P ★★★★☆

   Authentic Mexican menu (well, as authentic as you can get in central London) with fresh and tasty guacamole. We ate from the set lunch menu which was great value for money and had both full meals and tacos as options for mains. There was plenty of choice for both a vegetarian and gluten-free diet. Food was a little slow to be served, but was worth it when it arrived.

   almost 4 years ago

1. Kit Elliott ★★★☆☆

   The cocktails were fantastic, as were the staff, though unfortunately there did not seem to be quite enough of them. Order taking and food/drinks took a long time (so much so we decided to order three rounds at once!). Good location, with a lively atmosphere. The food was decent too, though lacking in any non-standard flavour profiles - not to say what they have is boring!

   almost 4 years ago

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