Lupita

Serving up the kind of authentic nosh that you might find in Mexico City (home of the venue's antecedent, El Farolito), Lupita rocks along as one of Covent Garden's raciest Latin hangouts. Expect a full-on menu taking in tostadas, quesadillas stuffed with anything from free-range chorizo to flor de calabaza (squash blossoms), and regional specialities such as grilled nopales (cactus) with refried beans, gobernador (shrimp tacos with a chipotle chilli sauce) or slow-cooked chicken with green tomatillo sauce and pico de gallo – plus rich, custardy flan de cajeta to finish. The drinks list stays true to its Mexican roots with a fine selection of Tequilas, native wines, beers and cinnamon-spiced horchata. Express lunches, pre-theatre warm-ups, takeaways and a delivery service complete a package that hits the mark for culture vultures, tourists and workers alike.