Taqueria El Rey in Helsinki: photos, reviews, menu

About

Taqueria El Rey in Helsinki offers a vibrant and relaxed dining experience with a touch of Mexican flair. Known for its friendly staff and cozy atmosphere, it's a great spot for a family dinner, a casual meet-up with friends, or even solo dining. The menu is a delightful mix, featuring flavorful tacos, cheese, and fresh fish dishes, complemented by refreshing sorbets for dessert. The restaurant also caters to various dietary preferences with vegetarian options available.

Whether you're in the mood for some lively sports viewing or simply enjoying a quiet cocktail outdoors, Taqueria El Rey has you covered. With an impressive selection of cocktails, beer, wine, and coffee, there's something for every taste. The moderate pricing makes it accessible, with most meals ranging from 13 to 21 EUR. Plus, with convenient options like delivery, takeaway, and reservations, enjoying a meal here is hassle-free. It's a popular spot for both tourists and locals looking for a taste of Mexico in the heart of Helsinki.

Price

$$$$ 13 - 21 EUR

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Mexican

Services

Delivery, Takeaway, Drive-thru, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Dietary options

Vegetarian options

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Late-night food, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee, Serving food

Dishes and Beverages

Discover the standout dishes and unique drinks that define Taqueria El Rey menu.

Cheese
Fish
Sorbet
Tacos

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Bulevardi

Bus stop 355 m walk

Erottaja

Bus stop 279 m walk

Simonkatu

Tram stop 287 m walk

Ylioppilastalo

Tram stop 276 m walk

4.5

based on 1,145 reviews

Google

4.4/5 857 reviews

Facebook

4.9/5 288 reviews

Ly Hoang

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Despite it being pricey, El Rey serves the best tacos in Helsinki, hands down! We got Bisteck con Queso and Tacos Al Pastor, the meat in both were super tender and the sauces were so flavourful! The guacamole was also such a nice start to the meal as well! On the other hand, the cocktails weren’t too special, you wouldn’t miss anything. One thing that would be nice to have is the option to add 1-2 more tacos or mix a few options together. You kinda have to commit to 4 tacos, especially when your companion and you don’t have the same diet and cannot share.

Christian Zamudio

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Coming from Mexico, and finding this authentic jewel, has made our day! Authentic Mexican tacos and drinks! You definitely cannot go wrong with al pastor tacos, quesabirria, horchata, and jamaica (hibiscus) water. Congrats to the owner for making this as authentic as Mexico.

Hayley Nolan

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

We visited Taqueria El Rey last night without a reservation and were kindly offered seats at the bar until a table became available. We ended up staying at the bar as we were having so much fun! We went for the tasting menu with the drinks pairing and honestly… wow. Every dish was incredibly fresh and full of flavour, and the cocktails were some of the best I’ve ever had. What really made the night though was the service — absolutely top class. Every member of staff was warm, friendly and genuinely fun, taking the time to explain each dish and drink, while topping up our water and checking in. This isn’t just a restaurant with great food – it’s a full experience and one that should not be missed. Highly recommended! Thank you Luis and the rest of the crew at Taqueria El Rey, we can’t wait to come back! 🌮🍹

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Taqueria El Rey in Helsinki