Quick info
About Viva Dalston
Viva Dalston is a tapas bar on Stoke Newington Rd serving Mexican street food alongside craft cocktails. Jalapeño margaritas are a recurring order at the bar, alongside a blueberry margarita for those wanting something different. Tacos come with homemade salsa, and the kitchen also sends out garlic prawns, nachos, and ceviche, though not every reviewer rates the last of these. Seating extends to a back garden set away from the road. The bar operates on a walk-in basis, and while booking a table ahead is an option, walk-ins have generally been seated quickly even without one.
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Menu & Prices
63 dishes · mains £5–37- Classic£9.50
- Blueberry & Elderflower£10.50
- Jalapeño£10.50
- Beetroot & Chilli£10.50
- Mezcal£11.00
- Steller's Jay£11.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention jalapeño margarita, back garden, nachos and tacos.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention jalapeño margarita, back garden, nachos and tacos.
Customer Review Summary
Margaritas are what reviewers praise most, with one diner calling the jalapeño margarita the best they have had, and others singling out the beetroot and chilli, the Blueberry Margarita and a classic margarita. Food comes close behind. Two reviewers call the nachos very good, and one loved the garlic prawns. One regular recommends the tacos with homemade salsa, while another found the tacos alright and wanted more spice. Opinion on the ceviche is split, with one reviewer recommending it and another suggesting to avoid it. One also notes the menu is limited. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, and a long-time customer cites good vibes as the reason for returning. Three reviewers bring up the back garden, where one says diners can eat without sitting beside the busy road.
Customer Review Summary
Margaritas are what reviewers praise most, with one diner calling the jalapeño margarita the best they have had, and others singling out the beetroot and chilli, the Blueberry Margarita and a classic margarita. Food comes close behind. Two reviewers call the nachos very good, and one loved the garlic prawns. One regular recommends the tacos with homemade salsa, while another found the tacos alright and wanted more spice. Opinion on the ceviche is split, with one reviewer recommending it and another suggesting to avoid it. One also notes the menu is limited. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and attentive, and a long-time customer cites good vibes as the reason for returning. Three reviewers bring up the back garden, where one says diners can eat without sitting beside the busy road.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“The space out the back of this wonderful establishment embodies acceptance and tranquility which only intensifies further amongst the hustle and bustle of Dalston. The drinks are existent and the food is delicious - maybe avoid the ceviche but the garlic prawns are to die for. The nachos are also very very good.”
- Google user
“A hidden gem. The food was absolutely amazing, although we haven't had Mexican food before. The service was fast and very helpful. We had a nice dinner and would definitely recommend checking. The best part is that they have a back garden, where you can enjoy food without sitting beside the busy road.”
- Google user
“I just love Viva! The food is amazing, the jalapeño margaritas are the best I’ve ever had, the service is great (thanks so much Amrita) and the vibe is awesome!”
- Google user
“This is one of my favorite place in London, is authentic by foods cocktails and the overall ambiance. Recomend ceviche, tacos with homemade salsa, and just try all the cocktails by the list. I’m customer for almost 3 years, i always come back for friendly service good vibes and just the feeling of liberty. Muchas Gracias Todos💪🏻❤️”
- Google user
“We stopped in for a meal before going to the movies just down the street. Perfect location. The food was very good. Perhaps a bit more spice would have been nice, but I have to admit that I really like a lot of heat! Great service, priced well. Very nice looking cocktails, even though I’m a beer man! We would return for sure.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Good to know
“Inventive craft cocktails & Mexican street food in a rustic-chic space with a backyard patio.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Bars near Viva Dalston
- Ridley Road Market Bar4.36060.2 mi
dance floor music, mojitos, taiwanese dumplings
- The Army & Navy4.64730.2 mi
large beer garden, pub carpet, £5.50 Guinness
- 0.3 mi
burgers, skin-on fries, pub quiz
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viva DalstonWheelchair accessible | 4.5344 | — | jalapeño margarita, back garden, nachos |
| Ridley Road Market Bar | 4.3606 | 0.2 mi | dance floor music, mojitos, taiwanese dumplings |
| The Army & Navy | 4.6473 | 0.2 mi | large beer garden, pub carpet, £5.50 Guinness |
| The Three Compasses, Dalston | 4.3817 | 0.3 mi | burgers, skin-on fries, pub quiz |
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