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Welcome to Nine Lives
Nine Lives is a vibrant culinary gem located at 8 Holyrood St, London. This innovative spot specializes in a variety of tacos and shareable snacks, making it perfect for a casual outing or celebratory drinks. The Baja beer battered fish taco is a standout, praised for its fresh flavors and generous portions, while the creative cocktail menu, featuring delightful concoctions like the spicy margarita, complements the dining experience. The ambiance strikes a balance between a lively bar atmosphere and a cozy dining space, ensuring guests feel at home. Friendly staff and a dynamic menu make Nine Lives a must-visit destination for food lovers.
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About
Nine Lives
Welcome to Nine Lives, a hidden gem nestled at 8 Holyrood St in the vibrant heart of London. This eclectic eatery offers a unique culinary experience where the lively ambiance meets delicious, innovative flavors. Did you know you can reach them at +44 20 7407 8226? Here, you’ll find a menu that brilliantly marries traditional Mexican comfort food with modern twists.
Nine Lives is celebrated for its mouthwatering tacos, particularly the Baja fish taco, which has garnered rave reviews from food enthusiasts like Noémie Bruel, who claims it’s the best she's had in London. The Camaron taco, with its rich avocado cream and tangy pickled onions, is also a showstopper. Each taco is artfully crafted to ensure an explosion of texture and flavor that keeps patrons coming back for more.
In addition to their famed tacos, the innovative appetizers, like the Mariscos Fritos featuring battered catch of the day and calamari, are not to be missed. They pair perfectly with expertly mixed cocktails, including the much-loved spicy margarita, which Gabriela Freitas describes as potentially the best in town.
The setting of Nine Lives is equally compelling. With low amber lighting and a dynamic atmosphere, the venue caters to both intimate dinners and casual gatherings. Whether you’re seated at the bar enjoying a creative drink crafted by talented mixologists or nestled at a table soaking in the dim DJ-vibe ambiance, the environment enhances your dining experience.
Take advantage of their Taco Tuesday specials, offering a delightful selection at reduced prices. Patrons like Kaother Aïssa have described Taco Tuesday as a lovely surprise, adding an extra layer of excitement to the menu. And for those looking to indulge their sweet tooth, the Gourmet Popcorn in flavors like truffle and olive oil is an innovative snack that rounds out the culinary adventure.
Ultimately, Nine Lives transcends the typical dining experience by combining delectable dishes, an inviting atmosphere, and outstanding service. From the friendly staff to the diverse menu, it’s no wonder that this spot has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike. After just one visit, it’s easy to see why Nine Lives is a beloved destination in London’s food scene, and I can’t wait to return for more of their tantalizing offerings.
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Love this place. New fave spot. Underground, cool spot. I’ve tried nearly all the food menu, and I’d highly recommend the beef tacos and the sea bream ceviche. Thanks to Mannon and Olivia and the team. See you soon. - oh and the Knock Of cocktail is delish. ”
“ Me and my friend went to have a little last minute celebratory drink here on Tuesday. We had no idea about the taco Tuesday so that was a lovely surprise! We tried all of the non-veggie tacos and by far our favourite was the baja fish taco, the rest were nice but not amazing. Tacos are also quite small, but it’s acceptable as a small snack alongside drinks. Drinks were creative and unique, and all very delicious. We didn’t have a booking so we sat at the bar but that was perfect for us. The bartenders were so lovely and we overall had a fantastic time, will be back another Tuesday!! ”
“ Best Baja fish tacos I’ve had in London. The Paloma sea bream ceviche was also delicious. Beef barbacoa was also super tasty. We started with a cocktail outside, then moved inside - 2 completely different atmospheres which was nice! Inside you step into a dim light more DJ vibe space. Food and drinks were brought quite quickly, lovely waiters, you just need to catch their attention though. Margarita was really nice and I also enjoyed a flight of 3 different mezcal to taste. ”
“ Had a celebratory drinks/dinner here and I’m so glad we chose this spot! The cocktails were amazing (had probably the best spicy margarita I’ve had in London) and the food was really tasty, especially the baja tacos and the chicharron Recommend going on Tuesday as a selection of tacos are reduced to 3 each! I will surely be back :) ”
“ What a sweet little find tucked away nearby the bustle of London Bridge, so happy I stumbled upon it. Super friendly barstaff, Ben and Jay will make your day! Low amber lighting makes it suitable for dates (think flattering skin tone) , with a delicious cocktail menu and very well crafted drinks. Charming and sophisticated but not stuffy atmosphere. I shall return! ”
“ Fantastic cocktail bar. Reasonably priced. Service was excellent. We were seated at the bar and the bartender (with the patterned hair) went above and beyond and ensured we had a great night. really nice atmosphere ”
“ Lovely spot with table service. The service was fantastic, they took their time to give drinks recommendations, and they made the effort to fit us in even though they were full when we arrived. We only popped in for one, but felt welcome to stay for a while. They also provided tap water for the table. They had good non-alcoholic options. The total bill for three drinks and one non-alcoholic was just under 56. ”
“ Lovely cocktail bar with a fab atmosphere in a really cool spot underground and just outside London Bridge station. I'm not a big drinker but I had heard about the food so that's primarily what we went for but I did also try the 'Mello' cocktail and it was really good, surprised by how well the cucumber flavour came through! The mango ceviche was incredible, as was the pork, no-fish baja tacos, and beef tacos - I would 100% go back for the food alone! The service was really good, the only negative was we were slightly rushed at the end of the meal because we were close to our 2 hour allocation, and they were super busy - but that bodes well for them if they're in constant demand so I can't really complain! ”