Los Mochis London City

To say Los Mochis City opened with a bang would be an understatement. Housed on the ninth floor of 100 Liverpool Street, this pan-Pacific restaurant shows no signs of slowing down. It's months after the initial opening of this second site and every seat is filled (and there are plenty of seats), across a labyrinth of spaces from the relaxed rooftop terrace to the agaveria and lounge.

Los Mochis embodies a delicate balance of Japanese precision and Mexican flair with stone-coloured interiors and smart table settings that come alive amongst a backdrop of colourful murals and foliage-smothered ceilings. There’s a lot going on, but we have to admit that it works.

This slightly over-the-top design has woven its way through every inch of the restaurant, and we’re handed a tome of a menu, overwhelming it its offerings of maki, tacos, crudo, skewers, sushi and more. We settle on the tasting menu instead, a simpler way of exploring everything on offer.

Carefully presented dishes seamlessly blend an extensive list of flavours, and we make our way through the menu flipping back and forth across the Pacific. Spiced tortilla chips come ready to dip into an overflowing bowl of zesty guac, replaced by perfectly shaped blocks of crispy rice topped with teriyaki duck and shavings of cucumber and spring onion.

The maki rolls are a particular highlight: these sushi-specialists know what they’re doing, even managing to wrangle a few Mexican flavours into the dish. Cucumber avocado rolls offer a perfect rice-to-filling ratio, dotted with toasted sesame seeds and drowning in a creamy jalapeno salsa verde.

Skewers of black miso cod are another stand-out, proving that Los Mochis can keep things simple when needed. The buttery, caramelised cod is so delicate it barely clings to the skewer, whilst slices of pickled onion cut through the sweet miso. We end the evening with a selection of tacos: open tortillas arrive overflowing with sticky fried chicken and sesame-soy steak, as well as a myriad of toppings and sauces. Each bite unites several bold flavours, although the tortilla lacks structural integrity, falling apart as we eat.

An evening here is unlikely to be cheap; plenty of the dishes hover around the £20 mark, many of which will be polished off in just a couple of bites. But with its vibrant buzz and delicious dishes, not to mention the idyllic views, Los Mochis offers something rather exciting that’s absolutely worth a visit.

Did you know, you can escape to Mexico just for a few hours, in the heart of the City of London? Set against the capital's iconic skyline, Los Mochis is a soon-to-open restaurant hoisted high above the busy streets located within Broadgate Circle. Here, the team have created a mini haven, decorating the space with huge cacti, dangling foliage installations and typically Mexican flowers, against chic, mid-century furnishings. Whether you're getting together with friends, planning date night or looking for an events space for your next birthday, it's the perfect all-rounder.

Now, to get specific, the restaurant's concept actually takes inspiration from two incredible foodie cultures - Mexico and Japan. As the website says, their menu is a place where Tokyo meets Tulum; could it get more delicious? The restaurant boasts three different dining areas including the main dining room, a sushi and raw bar and an outdoor terrace. While the full menus aren't available just yet, you can expect a selection of sashimi, maki rolls, tiraditos and ceviches, alongside breakfast, brunch and a typical a la carte menu. 

Los Mochis London City welcomes different events bookings and those interested are invited to discuss their wants and needs with the team, with options to take over the terrace, bar and lounge or book a large table in the restaurant space. Another incredibly cool idea is to book the talented chefs to whip up something for your own event at home. That's right, the restaurant are happy to do at-home catering and can prepare canapes and cocktails for an elevated gathering in your own backyard. 

And, wait until you see some snaps of the open-air area with views out across the city. With comfy seating and an outdoor bar, this is going to be the place to go come summer.