Must-see restaurants in Guanajuato State

  • Áperi

    San Miguel de Allende

    This courtyard restaurant inside a boutique hotel is perhaps the best spot in town for fine dining. The chef here has been given the freedom to do…

  • Las Mercedes

    Guanajuato

    In a residential area overlooking the city is Guanajuato's best restaurant, where Mexican cuisine como la abuela – grandmother's cooking that takes hours…

  • Nomada

    San Miguel de Allende

    This gorgeous place with friendly English-speaking staff has some of San Miguel's best contemporary Mexican and European cuisine. Try its signature dish,…

  • Los Campos

    Guanajuato

    A Canadian-Mexican husband-and-wife team runs this small cozy, candlelit restaurant. The innovative menu, which runs from tapas plates to full dishes such…

  • La Cantina Mina

    Guanajuato State

    This wonderful patio restaurant around a small fountain inside the Posada de las Minas is the best place for a leisurely meal in Mineral de Pozos. The…

  • Tostévere

    San Miguel de Allende

    With a discreet, almost grimy exterior nothing would lead you to think that Tostévere is currently San Miguel's restaurant of the moment. Step inside…

  • Baja Fish Taquito

    San Miguel de Allende

    You'll find extraordinarily solicitous staff here at this fabulous little joint specializing in mind-blowingly good Baja-style fish tacos and tostadas…

  • DaMónica

    Dolores Hidalgo

    This unexpectedly snazzy and inviting culinary marvel is hosted by Mónica, the Italian owner, whose team whips up tasty Italian delights such as lasagna,…

  • San Agustín

    San Miguel de Allende

    This is a 'don't leave San Miguel without…' experience. This sweet-tooth's paradise is the best place in the region for chocolate and churros (doughnut…

  • México Lindo y Sabroso

    Guanajuato

    A popular place to try tasty traditional Mexican dishes in tasteful and colorful surrounds, including a delightful outdoor veranda. Also offers less…

  • Café Rama

    San Miguel de Allende

    This cool cafe-bar-gallery comprises two separate rooms that are lovingly furnished with quirky antiques and eclectic curios, plus cozy couches near the…

  • Casa Valadez

    Guanajuato

    This classic place enjoys an impressive perch on Jardín de la Unión and is a smart choice in every respect. As you'd expect, it attracts a loyal crowd of…

  • Muro

    San Miguel de Allende

    True, it's a bit of a walk from Centro, but most people are happy to make the effort. Muro serves everything from chilaquiles con arrachera to French…

  • Don Taco Tequila

    San Miguel de Allende

    Trust San Miguel to turn the humble taco into hipster Instagram fodder! This stylish little restaurant serves wildly creative, fully vegan tacos that will…

  • Lavanda

    San Miguel de Allende

    A guitarist strums away during superpopular breakfasts – get there at opening time or be prepared to queue – at this lovely place where killer coffee,…

  • El Manantial

    San Miguel de Allende

    Behind the swinging doors of a former saloon, 'The Spring' serves fabulously fresh ceviche in a dark and rather loud space with a cantina feel. It has a…

  • Mestizo

    Guanajuato

    There's interesting art on the walls, a great menu and three breezy dining rooms, not to mention changing daily specials, so why is the lighting so poor…

  • Costal

    Guanajuato

    Brand new at the time of research, but already causing waves of appreciation, this relaxed place with high ceilings, a jazzy soundtrack and a few window…

  • La Mesa Grande

    San Miguel de Allende

    An American-run contemporary panadería-cafe with excellent pastries, great breakfasts, tasty salads, and wood-fired oven pizzas that you can design…

  • Tacos Don Felix

    San Miguel de Allende

    An opportunity to get off the tourist trail presents itself at this pleasantly local establishment in the Colonia of San Rafael, a short way outside the…

  • El Paisa

    Guanajuato

    This place couldn't be any different to the swanky tourist restaurants deeper in the old town. El Paisa is a sun-bleached red building right opposite the…

  • Santo Café

    Guanajuato

    Stop by this casual but cozy spot on the quaint Venetian-style bridge that's popular with students. It serves good salads and snacks; try the queso…

  • Metate & Salmiana

    Guanajuato

    This old-school cantina-like place is a tale of two stories – literally – on the 1st floor they serve innovative tacos with weird and wonderful fillings…

  • The Restaurant

    San Miguel de Allende

    This fine-dining establishment set within a patio of a colonial building boasts an international menu with occasional Mexican influences, and features…

  • Victorias

    San Miguel de Allende

    This hazy-yellow place a short walk downhill from the old town has just four or five tables and a small selection of well-prepared and tasty enchiladas…

  • Delica Mitsu

    Guanajuato

    This tiny Japanese-run deli may not look like much (and is all but hidden in a side street off a pretty plaza), but it serves fresh, light and delicious…

  • Berlin

    San Miguel de Allende

    This cool, artsy spot serves up some good international feeds, including several hearty German classics such as spätzle. There's also an impressive range…

  • La Posadita

    San Miguel de Allende

    This enjoyable eatery gets five stars for its excellent service, Mexican fare, and location near the Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel. Head up a steep set…

  • Hecho en México

    San Miguel de Allende

    A favorite expat hangout for good reason, Hecho en México is a safe bet for quality Mexican home cooking and boasts a large menu with very generous…

  • La Victoria

    Guanajuato State

    This friendly and simple cantina-style place offers a chalkboard menu of Mexican classics such as guacamole con chicharrón (pork belly) and enchiladas…

  • Habibi Falafel

    Guanajuato

    This tiny spot is one of the cheapest eats for those on a budget. It's a hole-in-the-wall with a few tables and whips up excellent and oh-so-fresh…

  • El Ten Ten Pie

    San Miguel de Allende

    This unpretentious hangout is a great choice for home-style Mexican cooking with superb chili sauces. Try the inexpensive set lunch (M$120) or the…

  • El Trattoria

    Guanajuato

    With a 1st-floor view out over the comings and goings on the square below, this is an enjoyable place to tuck into some reasonable, if not mind-blowing,…

  • Buen Día Café

    San Miguel de Allende

    This simple, slightly more than hole-in-the wall place is located in the quaint Callejon Pueblito, and serves up great coffee and excellent breakfasts, as…

  • Cumpanio

    San Miguel de Allende

    This contemporary-style, trendy bakery bakes all manner of yeast-based delights from choux buns to croissants. A rather more elaborate and upmarket…

  • Café de la Aurora

    San Miguel de Allende

    Fittingly creative salads, soups, sandwiches and pizzas in a relaxing courtyard setting in the grounds of Fábrica La Aurora.

  • El Pegaso

    San Miguel de Allende

    This friendly, colorful and cozy place is a reliable option for Mexican meals and has a lovely rooftop area that's a great place for drinks at at any time…

  • Café Santa Ana

    San Miguel de Allende

    This relaxing place, in the library annex, is popular with culture vultures. Offers a three-course menu daily (M$100).

  • Petit Four

    San Miguel de Allende

    A wonderful place to get your sugar hit: French pastries that you can enjoy in a cozy environment over tea and coffee.

  • Mercado El Nigromante

    San Miguel de Allende

    This has good produce stands and market cafes. It’s centrally located, but light years away from the gringo scene.