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El Pastor Battersea

Battersea · Wandsworth · SW11 8EZ

Last updated: 17 Jul 2026 · Data sourced directly from the venue or official channels and verified within the last 30 days.

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Venue summary

El Pastor Battersea in Battersea is a chef-led Mexican taco bar and mezcaleria, featuring house-made heritage corn tortillas, small sharing plates, and a wide selection of Mexican spirits. The venue offers outdoor riverside dining, an open kitchen, and brunch on weekends, with a focus on sustainable sourcing and allergy awareness. Current offers include Set lunch.

This venue currently has 1 offer, 3 group dining options. Check back for upcoming offers and events.

Key information

Location

El Pastor Battersea Circus West Village Battersea Power Station Unit 21-22, Nine Elms, London SW11 8EZ

Neighbourhood

Battersea

Cuisine

Mexican

Recognition

Come to El Pastor for tacos, and stay for the holiday-like energy.

Booking

Reservations accepted

Family friendly

Children welcome

Pet policy

Dogs welcome with some restrictions

Google rating

4.5 / 5 based on 793 reviews

Current as of 17 Jul 2026

About

Situated within the historic Battersea Power Station development, El Pastor brings a vibrant slice of Mexico City to the South Bank. The menu focuses on authentic tacos made with house-pressed heritage corn tortillas, alongside sharing plates and an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal. The space embraces its industrial surroundings with high ceilings and an energetic open kitchen, complemented by a riverside terrace that offers views of the Thames. It serves as an ideal destination for social group dinners or a casual lunch after exploring the nearby park, providing a lively atmosphere that transitions seamlessly from day to night.

Opening hours

Monday12:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday12:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday12:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

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Reservations

Reservations accepted

Reserve a table at El Pastor Battersea

Reservations and walk-ins welcome, Covered, heated terrace open all year

Contact & links

Venue offers

Current offer · Set

From £15.5 — Set Lunch

Set lunch, £15.50pp. Quesadilla, side and drink. Monday–Friday 12pm–4pm. Mexican, Battersea.

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Gift vouchers

Current offer · Gift

From £25 — Gift Vouchers

Treat a special someone to tacos, quesadillas, margaritas and more. Available in denominations of £25, these vouchers can be used in El Pastor London Bridge, El Pastor King's Cross, El Pastor Soho and El Pastor Battersea.

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Group & private dining

Private Dining · Feasting

El Pastor Battersea — Private Dining

8–24 guests

From £55pp

Rib Eye £80pp / Contramar £60pp / Pollo Borracho £60pp / Shiitake Pibil (VE) £55pp

Private dining room seating up to 24 guests across two tables at Battersea Power Station. Fiesta feasting menus with unlimited warm corn tortillas. Views of Grade II* listed Battersea Power Station.

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Exclusive Hire · Bespoke

El Pastor Battersea — Standing Reception

8–50 guests

Per-dish pricing — tostadas, tacos, quesadillas, sides, desserts (e.g. Al Pastor taco £5.50, Tuna tostada £7.50)

Standing receptions for up to 30 guests, or up to 50 with the private terrace at Battersea Power Station. Individually priced tostadas, tacos, quesadillas, sides, and desserts.

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Group Menu · Feasting

El Pastor Battersea — Group Dining

8–14 guests

From £55pp

Rib Eye £80pp / Contramar £60pp / Pollo Borracho £60pp / Shiitake Pibil (VE) £55pp

Group dining for up to 14 guests in the main restaurant at Battersea Power Station. Fiesta feasting menus with unlimited warm corn tortillas.

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BRUNCH MENU Served from 11am – 4pm. Weekends only — Menu verified and updated monthly by hannah. Some dishes or prices may have changed since the last update.

Starters

GuacamoleSmall. Also available at £11.5 (regular). Totopos or chicharron refills – small £2, regular £3.5£6.5
Seabass CevicheLeche de tigre, cucumber & red onion£15

Salsas

MoritaChipotle & braised tomatillo. Our homemade salsas… 5 for £5. Complimentary refills are on us!
La MayaPineapple & habanero
Verde FrescaSerrano chillies, tomatillos & coriander
Salsa MachaToasted pumpkin seeds, chile de árbol & garlic
Del VicCharred habanero & lime

Tostadas

TunaRaw soy-marinated yellowfin tuna, chile de árbol, sesame and guacamole
Chicken TingaChipotle and cumin marinated chicken, lettuce, sour cream, salsa verde fresca, queso fresco£13.5
RefriquesoRefried beans, vegan feta, caramelised onion, crispy shallots£8.5

Tacos

Al Pastor (Heritage Corn Tacos x3)24 hour marinated pork shoulder, grilled pineapple, trio of salsas£14.25
Mushroom (Heritage Corn Tacos x3)Mushrooms, queso, pumpkin seeds, chile de árbolV
Tenderstem Broccoli Tempura (Heritage Corn Tacos x3)Caramelised onion, chile de árbol, vegan feta cheese£12
Beef Brisket (Heritage Corn Tacos x3)Habanero-braised brisket, salsa verde
Soft Shell Crab (Heritage Corn Tacos x3)Crisp fried soft-shell crab, chipotle chilli mayo, jicama & chayote slaw
Baja Fish (Individual Wheat Flour Taco x1)Beer battered coley, cabbage, chipotle mayo, pico de gallo, pickled red onion£9
Chicken (Individual Wheat Flour Taco x1)Totopo-crumbed fried chicken, chipotle agave glaze, pickled cucumber, jalapeño mayo

Quesadillas

Charred Pork EndsAl pastor pork, queso, grilled pineapple, salsa morita, salsa taquero
SteakMarinated aged rump, melted cheese, fresh chilli, avocado, salsa morita, fried shallots & crispy potato£15.5

Sharing Plates

Shitake Pibil£1 from every dish sold will be donated to Action Against Hunger. Shredded shiitake mushroom, achiote, orange juice, spices, habanero escabeche£22
Pollo BorrachoBeer brined half-chicken with salsa roja, papas al arbol, sour cream, pineapple-habanero slaw & mayo£31
Short RibAngus short rib, chipotle, muscovado & coriander seed rub, pickled red onion, salsa la maya£44
Contramar Sea BreamWhole sea bream, one side marinated in adobe rojo, the other in mojo verde. Lime slaw, frijoles refritos and chipotle chilli mayo£45

Sides

Papas Al ArbolCrispy potatoes, chile de árbol, sour cream, corianderV£7
Frijoles RefritosRefried beans, avocado leaf, cheeseV£6

Desserts

Tortillas y Dulce De LecheCrispy wheat tortilla strips, sweet cinnamon, dulce de leche
Corn CakeRoasted corn ice cream
Chocolate Mole TartCinnamon chilli-spiced dark chocolate, orange Chantilly£8
Ice CreamsPer scoop. Salted caramel, roasted corn, lime sorbet£3

Brunch

Chilaquiles VerdeWith burrata, avocado, coriander£13
Huevos con FrijolesScrambled eggs cooked with refried beans. Served with warm corn tortillas.
Full Mexican Breakfast2 eggs any style, crispy pastor ends, chorizo, frijoles refritos, grilled tomatoes, mushrooms, sauteed potatoes. Served with warm corn tortillas£18.5

Set Lunch

Quesadilla (Al Pastor Pork)Wheat tortillas, cheese, al pastor pork, grilled pineapple, salsa morita, salsa taquero
Quesadilla (Chicken)Wheat tortillas, cheese, chipotle and cumin marinated chicken, lettuce, sour cream, salsa verde fresca
Quesadilla (Mushroom)Wheat tortilla, cheese, mushrooms, pumpkin seeds, chile de árbol
Papas Al Arbol (Side)Potatoes, chile de arbol, sour cream, coriander
Green Salad (Side)
Aguas Del DiaFlor de Jamaica, Agua de Piña or Horchata

Kids

Orange JuiceChoose 1
Apple JuiceChoose 1
Pineapple JuiceChoose 1
Mushroom and Cheese TacoChoose 2 tacos
Crispy Baja Fish TacoChoose 2 tacos
Plain QuesadillaChoose 2 tacos
Cheese and Ham QuesadillaChoose 2 tacos
Jicama + Carrot Sticks, Refried Beans + CornServed with
Roasted Corn Ice CreamServed with
Salted Caramel Ice CreamServed with

Margaritas

El Pastor MargaritaThe house classic. El Jimador Reposado, fresh lime, Cointreau, agave, served frozen£12.75
On The Rocks MargaritaEl Jimador Reposado, fresh lime, Cointreau, aguamiel
Avocado and Passionfruit MargaritaEl Jimador Reposado, avocado, passionfruit syrup, lime juice, Cointreau, agave, served frozen
Diablito MargaritaFancy it with mezcal? Just ask £16.25. El Jimador Reposado, Ancho Reyes, Fair Chipotle, fresh lime, agave, jalapeño brine, with a tajin rim
LageritaEl Jimador Reposado, Cointreau, agave, fresh lime, served long and frozen, topped up with Corona£11.5
Spiced Mango MargaritaEl Jimador Reposado, mango, Cholula, fresh lime, Cointreau, agave, served frozen
BramblaritaEl Jimador Reposado, Cointreau, agave, blackberry puree, Chambord, fresh lime, served frozen
Strawberry and Basil MargaritaEl Jimador Reposado, Cointreau, agave, strawberry puree, basil, fresh lime, served frozen
MezcaritaUpgrade with Mezcal Amaras £16.75. A margarita made with mezcal; Mezcal Verde Momento, fresh lime juice, Cointreau, aguamiel
Breakfast MargaritaHerradura Plata, orange marmalade, fresh lime, agave£13.5
Backbar MargaritaBase mezcal/tequila. If you know how you like yours, tell us and we will come up with the goods. Priced on base tequila£6

Cocktails

PalomaEl Jimador Blanco, fresh lime, topped up with Two Keys grapefruit, served long£12.5
Pomegranate PalomaHerradura Plata, pomegranate syrup, fresh lime, topped up with Fevertree soda
Piña ColadaDon Q & Aluna rum, pineapple juice, fresh lime, coconut cream
Negroni El PastorMezcal Verde Momento, El Bandarra Vermouth, Campari, served on the rocks£13.25
Bloody MariaEl Jimador Blanco, Soulsauce, fresh lime, tomato juice, celery, served long
Tequila MuleFancy a Dark & Stormy or Moscow Mule? Just ask £12.25. El Jimador Blanco, fresh lime, Fevertree ginger beer£12.25
Rum Old FashionedDiplomatico rum, Nixta, agave, bitters
Mezcal SourFancy tequila or pisco instead of mezcal? Just ask. Mezcal Verde, lemon juice, sugar syrup, Oggs£12.5
Espresso MartiniRespirited vodka, coffee liquor, coffee, sugar
Tom CollinsDownpour gin, lemon juice, sugar, Fevertree soda

Non-Alcoholic Cocktails

El Pastorcito MargaritaAlmave, fresh lime, agave£9.75
Holy PalomaAlmave, fresh lime, topped up with Two Keys grapefruit, served long

Tequila

Tapatio BlancoAlso available at £32.75 (carafe), £51 (bottle)£7.75
Ocho Blanco
Fortaleza BlancoAlso available at £55 (carafe), £84 (bottle)£13
Herradura DirectoAlso available at £79 (carafe), £120 (bottle)£18.5
Herradura PlataAlso available at £38.5 (carafe), £56 (bottle)£9.5
El Jimador BlancoAlso available at £26.5 (carafe), £41 (bottle)£6
Casa DragonesAlso available at £74.5 (carafe), £115 (bottle)£18
Corralejo BlancoAlso available at £27.5 (carafe), £42 (bottle)£6.5
Cascahuin Blanco TahonaAlso available at £49.5 (carafe), £83 (bottle)£12
Mijenta BlancoAlso available at £47.5 (carafe), £71 (bottle)£11.5
DesdeyaAlso available at £29 (carafe), £45 (bottle)£7
Tapatio ReposadoAlso available at £35 (carafe), £54 (bottle)£8.75
Calle 23 ReposadoAlso available at £41 (carafe), £61 (bottle)£9.75
Arette ReposadoAlso available at £29.5 (carafe), £46 (bottle)£7.25
Herradura ReposadoAlso available at £40.5 (carafe), £59 (bottle)£10
El Jimador Reposado
Corazon ReposadoAlso available at £34.5 (carafe), £51 (bottle)£8.25
El Jimador AñejoAlso available at £31 (carafe), £46 (bottle)£7.75
Tapatio ExcelenciaAlso available at £125 (carafe), £189 (bottle)£29.5
Herradura AñejoAlso available at £49 (carafe), £72.5 (bottle)£12
Don Julio AñejoAlso available at £56 (carafe), £90 (bottle)£14

Mezcal

Ep Batch 4 (El Pastor)35ml shot. Also available at £54 (carafe), £140 (bottle). Strictly limited edition – once it’s gone, it’s gone. Herbal, earthy, light smoke, pure sunshine£13
Siete Misterios Doba Yej35ml shot. Also available at £57 (carafe), £84.5 (250ml carafe). Hints of grapefruit, lime, lemon and apple, smoked yellow fireworks. Violet and floral notes 44%£14
Banhez Mezcal35ml shot. Also available at £38 (carafe), £56 (250ml carafe). Banana cream, lingering smoky peppermint. Produced by a cooperative of families in Ejutla, Oaxaca 42%£9.25
Mezcales De Leyenda Durango35ml shot. Also available at £57 (carafe), £85 (250ml carafe). Herby, vanilla notes, peachy, nutty – like a stroll through Borough Market on a spring morning 48%£14
Ojo De Dios35ml shot. Also available at £39 (carafe), £57 (250ml carafe). Sweet smoke, hints of black tea, cashew finish, a great doorway into mezcal discovery 42%£9.5
Bruxo No.2 Pechuga De Maguey35ml shot. Also available at £45 (carafe), £68 (250ml carafe). Mineral and herbal, light caramel notes from the cooked maguey green fruits and hint of peppermint 46%£11
Quiquiriqui Matatlan35ml shot. Also available at £39 (carafe), £58 (250ml carafe). Classic mezcal flavours, a beautiful bold smokebomb with caramel sweetness and a peppery finish. Drink, enjoy, repeat 45%£9.5
Amaras Espadin35ml shot. Also available at £43 (carafe), £61 (250ml carafe). Bergamot blossom, sandalwood and mature mango – that’s a lot of flavour packed into a great session mezcal 41%£10.75
Montelobos Espadin35ml shot. Also available at £42 (carafe), £60 (250ml carafe). Roasted agave notes with a complex smoky perfume 43.2%£10.5
Corte Vetusto Espadin35ml shot. Also available at £56 (carafe), £83 (250ml carafe). Berries, burnt sugar, just the right amount of smoke; a beautiful Espadin 45%£13.5
Enmascarado EspadinBig citrus notes underpinned with smoking charcoal and salty toffee. Apple wood smoke, lime juice and salt crystals on the palate 45%
Koch Ensamble35ml shot. Also available at £55 (carafe), £82 (250ml carafe). A beautifully balanced Ensamble, full of soft fruit and velvet gentleness 47%£13.5
Raichilla La Venenosa35ml shot. Also available at £110 (carafe), £170 (250ml carafe). Basically, this complex, special distillate could be responsible for a ravey Summer of Love, every day 64%£25.5
El Pensador35ml shot. Also available at £52 (carafe), £74 (250ml carafe). Unusually smooth for a mezcal of this strength; hint of cream and salt, which sounds quite rude 48%£12.5
Amaras Cupreata35ml shot. Also available at £51 (carafe), £75 (250ml carafe). Roasted pumpkin seeds, leather and cocoa with bold, bright, vegetal flavours all over the place 41%£12.5
The Lost Explorer Salmiana35ml shot. Also available at £102 (carafe), £160 (250ml carafe). Fresh green chilli, vibrant grapefruit peel and agave after a rainfall. Mineral with a spicy finish 42%£26

Wines

Llopart Reserva Brut (FIZZ)125ml glass. Also available at £62 (bottle)£11
René Beaudouin Blanc de Blancs NV (FIZZ)Bottle £102
Latido Blanco (WHITE)125ml glass. Also available at £10 (175ml), £42 (bottle). Navarra, Spain. Lively, citric, full-bodied£7.5
Weather Station Sauvignon Blanc (WHITE)125ml glass. Also available at £10.2 (175ml), £42 (bottle). Stellenbosch, South Africa. A rounded and balanced palate, with kiwifruit and tangy green apple flavours£7.7
Hart Bros Albariño (WHITE)125ml glass. Also available at £16.8 (175ml), £68 (bottle). Rías Baixas, Spain. Fresh, structured and complex, with notes of citrus and stone fruits£12
Reign of Terroir RedSwartland, South Africa. A rich, spicy and robust blend ideal for the delights of taco eating
Herencia Altes Garnacha Negra (RED)125ml glass. Also available at £13.5 (175ml), £56 (bottle). Terra Alta, Spain. Joyous, ripe, red fruits£10
Hart Bros Rioja (RED)125ml glass. Also available at £15.5 (175ml), £65 (bottle). Rioja, Spain. Fresh, mineral and complex, with notes of citrus and stone fruits£11.5
Wild Child (ROSE)125ml glass. Also available at £10.2 (175ml), £42 (bottle). South Africa. Light, red fruits with rose petal undertones£7.8

Spirits

Abasolo Corn Whisky
Courvoisier V.S.O.P£7.5
Don Q Cristal
Don Q Gold
Respirited Vodka
Grey Goose
Downpour Coast Gin
Naked Grouse
Tanqueray 10£8.5
Wild Turkey£6.5
Havana 7
Woodford Reserve
Diplomatico£14
Diplomatico Planas

Beer

Two Tribes X El Pastor Pale Ale4.9%£7.25
Pacifico Clara4.5%
Corona
Estrella GaliciaGluten free 5.5%£6.75
Modelo Especial
Estrella Galicia Na0%
CheladaMexicanise your beer: with ice, lime juice, salt rim£2
CubanaMexicanise your beer: as above + salsa picante, Worcestershire sauce, tabasco, salt rim£2.75
MicheladaMexicanise your beer: as the cubana + clamato, celery, salt rim£3

Soft Drinks

Apple Juice£4
Ginger Beer
Tonic
Gingerella
Coke
Coke Zero
Lemony
Orange Juice
Orangeade
Pineapple Juice
Soda Water
Tomato JuiceGlass. Also available at £8.25 (jug)£4.5
Flor de Jamaica, Agua de Piña, Seasonal SpecialAsk your server

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Getting here

Nearby places of interest

Battersea Power StationBattersea ParkRiver Thames (riverside terrace)Battersea Power Station Pier (Thames Clippers)Circus West VillageChelsea Bridge

About this listing

Essentials

CuisineMexican
AwardsCome to El Pastor for tacos, and stay for the holiday-like energy.
Google rating4.5 / 5 · 793 reviews

Policies

ChildrenChildren welcome
DogsDogs welcome with some restrictions
BookingReservations and walk-ins welcome · Reservations and walk-ins welcome, Covered, heated terrace open all year
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible seating
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