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El Pastor King's Cross

King's Cross · Camden · N1C 4DQ

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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El Pastor King's Cross in King's Cross is an authentic Mexican restaurant, known for handmade tortillas from heirloom Mexican corn, al pastor tacos, ceviche, and sharing platters. The venue features a mezcal bar, tequila cocktails, Mexican street food, and live music dining in dramatic Victorian railway arches. Recognised among Great Mexican restaurants, it offers group and family dining, is dog friendly, and is easily accessible near St Pancras.

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

Key information

Location

Coal Drops Yard, London N1C 4DQ

Neighbourhood

King's Cross

Cuisine

Mexican

Recognition

Great Mexican restaurants

Booking

Reservations accepted

Family friendly

Children welcome

Pet policy

Dogs welcome with some restrictions

Google rating

4.4 / 5 based on 3,326 reviews

Current as of 17 Jul 2026

About

El Pastor at Coal Drops Yard occupies dramatic Victorian railway arches at King's Cross, blending industrial heritage with vibrant Mexican artistry. The Harts Group taqueria delivers its signature handmade tortillas from heirloom corn alongside al pastor tacos, fresh ceviche and sharing platters. The space features exposed brick, soaring ceilings, a striking central tree with hanging lights, Mexican murals and an emerald-tiled mezcal bar. An expansive heated terrace hosts DJs from Wednesday to Saturday, while the canal-side setting adds atmosphere year-round. Accessible by six Underground lines and steps from St Pancras International.

Opening hours

Monday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday12:00 – 11:30 PM
Friday12:00 – 11:30 PM
Saturday12:00 – 3:00 PM  ·  5:00 – 11:30 PM
Sunday12:00 – 10:00 PM

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Reservations

Reservations accepted

Reserve a table at El Pastor King's Cross

Reservations and walk-ins welcome Covered and heated all-weather terrace, plus extra walk-in tables for summer months

Contact & links

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

Exclusive Hire · Bespoke

El Pastor Coal Drops Yard — Terrace Exclusive Hire

20–120 guests

Per-dish pricing for standing receptions

Exclusive terrace hire at Coal Drops Yard for up to 120 standing guests. Ideal for larger parties and receptions at King's Cross.

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Group Menu · Feasting

El Pastor Coal Drops Yard — Group Dining

10–20 guests

From £55pp

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

Group dining for up to 20 seated guests in the main restaurant at Coal Drops Yard, King's Cross. Fiesta feasting menus with unlimited warm corn tortillas. Group menus required.

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Semi-Private · Feasting

El Pastor Coal Drops Yard — Terrace Partial Hire

20–40 guests

From £55pp

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

Partial terrace hire at Coal Drops Yard for 20–40 seated guests. Fiesta feasting menus plus minimum spend required.

Please check with the venue

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

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 Pastor24 hour marinated pork shoulder, grilled pineapple, trio of salsas£14.25
MushroomMushrooms, queso, pumpkin seeds, chile de árbolV
Tenderstem Broccoli TempuraCaramelised onion, chile de árbol, vegan feta cheese£12
Beef BrisketHabanero-braised brisket, salsa verde
Soft Shell CrabCrisp fried soft-shell crab, chipotle chilli mayo, jicama & chayote slaw
Baja FishBeer battered coley, cabbage, chipotle mayo, pico de gallo, pickled red onion£9
ChickenTotopo-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

Kids Menu

Orange JuiceChoose 1: orange, apple or pineapple juice
Apple JuiceChoose 1: orange, apple or pineapple juice
Pineapple JuiceChoose 1: orange, apple or pineapple juice
Mushroom and Cheese TacoChoose 2 tacos
Crispy Baja Fish TacoChoose 2 tacos
Plain QuesadillaChoose 2 tacos
Cheese and Ham QuesadillaChoose 2 tacos
Jicama + Carrot SticksServed with refried beans + corn
Refried Beans + CornServed with jicama + carrot sticks
Roasted Corn Ice Cream
Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Margaritas

El PastorThe house classic. El Jimador Reposado, fresh lime, Cointreau, agave, served frozen£12.75
On The RocksEl Jimador Reposado, fresh lime, Cointreau, aguamiel£13
Avocado and PassionfruitEl 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 MangoEl Jimador Reposado, mango, Cholula, fresh lime, Cointreau, agave, served frozen
BramblaritaEl Jimador Reposado, Cointreau, agave, blackberry puree, Chambord, fresh lime, served frozen
Strawberry and BasilEl 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 Margarita+£6 base mezcal/tequila. If you know how you like yours, tell us and we will come up with the goods. Priced on base tequila

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 £12.50. Mezcal Verde, lemon juice, sugar syrup, Oggs
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 BlancoPrice not listed
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 ReposadoPrice not listed
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 4Also 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 YejAlso available at £57 (carafe), £84.5 (carafe). Hints of grapefruit, lime, lemon and apple, smoked yellow fireworks. Violet and floral notes 44%£14
Banhez MezcalAlso available at £38 (carafe), £56 (carafe). Banana cream, lingering smoky peppermint. Produced by a cooperative of families in Ejutla, Oaxaca 42%£9.25
Mezcales De Leyenda DurangoAlso available at £57 (carafe), £85 (carafe). Herby, vanilla notes, peachy, nutty – like a stroll through Borough Market on a spring morning 48%£14
Ojo De DiosAlso available at £39 (carafe), £57 (carafe). Sweet smoke, hints of black tea, cashew finish, a great doorway into mezcal discovery 42%£9.5
Bruxo No.2 Pechuga De MagueyAlso available at £45 (carafe), £68 (carafe). Mineral and herbal, light caramel notes from the cooked maguey green fruits and hint of peppermint 46%£11
Quiquiriqui MatatlanAlso available at £39 (carafe), £58 (carafe). Classic mezcal flavours, a beautiful bold smokebomb with caramel sweetness and a peppery finish. Drink, enjoy, repeat 45%£9.5
Amaras EspadinAlso available at £43 (carafe), £61 (carafe). Bergamot blossom, sandalwood and mature mango – that’s a lot of flavour packed into a great session mezcal 41%£10.75
Montelobos EspadinAlso available at £42 (carafe), £60 (carafe). Roasted agave notes with a complex smoky perfume 43.2%£10.5
Corte Vetusto EspadinAlso available at £56 (carafe), £83 (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 EnsambleAlso available at £55 (carafe), £82 (carafe). A beautifully balanced Ensamble, full of soft fruit and velvet gentleness 47%£13.5
Raichilla La VenenosaAlso available at £110 (carafe), £170 (carafe). Basically, this complex, special distillate could be responsible for a ravey Summer of Love, every day 64%£25.5
El PensadorAlso available at £52 (carafe), £74 (carafe). Unusually smooth for a mezcal of this strength; hint of cream and salt, which sounds quite rude 48%£12.5
Amaras CupreataAlso available at £51 (carafe), £75 (carafe). Roasted pumpkin seeds, leather and cocoa with bold, bright, vegetal flavours all over the place 41%£12.5
The Lost Explorer SalmianaAlso available at £102 (carafe), £160 (carafe). Fresh green chilli, vibrant grapefruit peel and agave after a rainfall. Mineral with a spicy finish 42%£26

Wines

Llopart Reserva Brut125ml glass. Also available at £62 (bottle)£11
René Beaudouin Blanc de Blancs NVBottle £102
Latido Blanco125ml glass. Also available at £10 (175ml), £42 (bottle). Navarra, Spain. Lively, citric, full-bodied£7.5
Weather Station Sauvignon Blanc125ml 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 Albariño125ml 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 Negra125ml glass. Also available at £13.5 (175ml), £56 (bottle). Terra Alta, Spain. Joyous, ripe, red fruits£10
Hart Bros Rioja125ml 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 Rosé125ml 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
MixersAll mixers. Single measures available on request.£4

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 Juice
Aguas Del DiaGlass. Also available at £8.25 (jug). Flor de Jamaica, Agua de Piña, Seasonal Special (ask your server)£4.5

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Getting here

Nearby places of interest

Granary SquareRegent's Canal TowpathBritish LibrarySt Pancras InternationalLightroomCoal Drops Yard

About this listing

Essentials

CuisineMexican
AwardsGreat Mexican restaurants
Google rating4.4 / 5 · 3,326 reviews

Policies

ChildrenChildren welcome
DogsDogs welcome with some restrictions
BookingReservations and walk-ins welcome · Reservations and walk-ins welcome Covered and heated all-weather terrace, plus extra walk-in tables for summer months
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible seating, Wheelchair accessible toilet
Verified by hannah.works · Last checked: 17 Jul 2026 · Data sourced directly from the venue or official channels. Structured data: JSON-LD · Plain text