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ChabelaA-

61 Westow St, London SE19 3RW · Mexican restaurant, Cocktail bar, Taco restaurant · Crystal Palace

Small, cozy Mexican-Venezuelan spot with standout tacos, flautas and mole made from scratch; excellent flavors and friendly owners, but service can run slow and heat levels are milder than spice lovers expect.

Our take

Chabela delivers exceptional food quality anchored by scratch-made mole, standout fish tacos, and thoughtful Mexican-Venezuelan cooking that earns consistent praise and strong loyalty. Warm, knowledgeable service from owner-operators elevates the experience, though tight quarters and occasional service pacing lags at peak times prevent grade A territory. Solid value and authentic execution make this a competitive neighborhood destination worth seeking out.

One caveat: Service pacing slows when the room is full; occasional overlap of starters and mains reported

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Opening Hours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday11:00–15:00, 18:00–22:00 Thursday11:00–15:00, 18:00–22:00 Friday11:00–15:00, 18:00–22:00 Saturday11:00–15:00, 18:00–22:00 Sunday
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