Ever heard of Thomasina Miers? She’s the MasterChef 2005 winner turned co-founder of Wahaca, the UK’s leading Mexican‑style street‑food chain.
I first connected with Tommi through my kids’ clothing brand, around the birth of her daughter—but it’s her restaurants that have truly captured our family’s heart.
What Makes Wahaca Stand Out
I’ve visited several Wahaca restaurants over the years and have always loved the food—each restaurant is different but there’s always something new and exciting to greet you, whether it’s:
A Football table near the entrance
A funky dining truck inside the restaurant
Free chilli seed packets to encourage kids to grow their own.
Books and games while you’re dining in.
They’ve got you covered…
Kids love a little bit of authentic Mexico—and so do the adults.
Family-Friendly, Kid-Approved
The restaurant has a treasure trove of children’s books, immaculate high chairs (no sticky surprises here – believe me, I checked – it’s an absolute pet hate of mine), menu’s with a plethora of activities, deconstructed food so the little ones can “make their own” and colourful décor that makes you feel like you’re in the heart of Mexico.
Healthy, Flavour-Packed Mexican
Wahaca redefines Mexican food. Think vibrant, balanced dishes—not soggy nachos or heavy chilli con carne. Their meals use over 200 fresh ingredients. Even the kids needed a moment to truly appreciate how delicious—and different—it all was. It’s not like the standard heavy stodge you may have experienced before. It’s light, it’s fresh, it’s packed with flavour.
Drinks & Desserts: Thoughtful & Tasty
No fizzy nonsense here. Little ones sip on the “Orange Fizz” (orange with fizzy water). A free babyccino and a dessert menu without chocolate overload? Count me in. Healthy, affordable—and still indulgent. They have healthy disguised perfectly and I love how they’ve done it!
A Restaurant with Purpose
Wahaca was the first UK restaurant group certified CarbonNeutral® in 2016, and was recently ranked Britain’s greenest restaurant chain by Which? Magazine.
Sustainability is woven into everything:
- 50–60% of their menu is vegetarian – but for us meat eaters, don’t let that put you off.
- Meat is sourced from free-range, grass-fed, and sustainable suppliers and there’s plenty of it on the menu too.
- Smart energy-saving systems like fridge-powered water heating.
- 20p from every child’s meal supports outdoor classroom projects. Eat good, do good.
This isn’t just amazing food—it’s food with a belly-full of love that Tommi has put her heart and soul into—and it really does show.
If you want vibrant Mexican food that’s eco-conscious, kid-approved, and feels like a little fiesta—Wahaca is your spot. Make your next family meal memorable: head to Wahaca and embrace a delicious and meaningful dining experience with flavours that literally dance on your tongue.
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