Mazunte
A place to come for traditional Oaxacan and Mexican cooking at good prices, Los Traviesos does the best tlayudas (grilled tortillas) in the area. It's…
Must-see restaurants in Mexico
Condesa
Owned by a Montevideo native, this intimate Uruguayan steakhouse grills tender cuts such as milanesa de res (breaded steak) and does vegetarian pizzas for…
Zona Rosa & Reforma
Run by an English-speaking Syrian Jew, this small eatery has a vegetarian-friendly menu of falafel in pita bread, mixed salads, tabbouleh and fresh hummus…
Veracruz
It may not keep up with the kitschy sea-themed decor of most of its neighbors, but El Cotarro’s food is fresh and inexpensive. The mojarra al ajo is a…
Chiapas
Don't miss the nearly hidden entry off the street – the piles of locals eating here in the morning indicate that it's a great stop for a quick breakfast…
Mérida
Numero Dos is cheap, good and less crowded than some of the busier markets in town. On the north side of Parque de Santiago, it's packed with juice stalls…
Mulegé
Cavernous restaurant and bar where you can play pool, darts, watch football or sit for a meal of burgers, pizza and Mexican staples. It's popular with…
Mercado de Mariscos Playa Norte
Mazatlán
This no-frills market sells fish and seafood straight off the boats that dock on the beach opposite. Stalls here will cook up your purchases or your own…
Taxco
For a quick, affordable meal try this popular diner on the west side of Plazuela San Juan. It serves five styles of set breakfasts in the morning and…
Cancún
If you love tacos and tortas, head to this 24-hour restaurant/bar, where the specialties are barbacoa (mutton) and cochinita (slow-cooked pork). It's not…
Guadalajara Region
It's a bit of a schlep up from the boardwalk but apparently the burgers at the 'Riviera Burgeria' are worth the trip. Mind you, they do a roaring takeaway…
Bahías de Huatulco
The Camino Real Zaashila’s Restaurant Chez-Binni specializes in grills and Oaxacan dishes. The all-inclusive hotel generously lets non-guests use it on…
Celestún
Said to be the most consistent restaurant in town. It's OK. Or you could just stick with the afternoon margaritas (M$50) overlooking the beach. Service is…
Aguascalientes State
It may be a chain eatery, but this one is in a glorious, old-fashioned salon with good meals (especially breakfast and afternoon teas) and views over the…
San Luis Potosí State
Open all day, this airy, Swiss-run spot is perfect for breakfast, freshly baked cakes and light meals, including excellent crepes. The delightful owners…
Veracruz
There's a good value daily set menu served at this characterful, colorfully decorated spot for lunch (M$60). It's also decent for snacks and light meals…
Puebla
There's always a hungry queue for the delicious, crispy churros (doughnut-like fritters) here. Half the fun is the spectacle of watching them being made…
Morelia
You’ll find great food stalls on the 1st floor of this market. Try stall 127 for Doña Feli’s locally famous birria, meat stewed in its own juices until…
Cancún
For a cheap lunch on this side of town, head over to this small sidewalk restaurant where the friendly owner, Javier, serves up affordable Jalisco-style…
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…
Valladolid
A collection of market-style eateries that are popular for their big, cheap breakfasts. At lunch and dinner some offer comida corrida (set meals of…
Tijuana
Restaurant serving upscale Mexican fare and hearty traditional-style breakfasts, beloved by folks crossing the border since the 1950s (although it changed…
La Paz
One of La Paz’s old standbys for lovely Mexican fare, set menus in the afternoons, and a variety of specials. Dining in the patio area, with its greenery,…
Puerto Escondido
The pick of the smattering of Mexican restaurants on El Adoquín itself, with good seafood cocktails and antojitos (Mexican snacks) as well as seafood main…
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…
Tepoztlán
A homegrown ice-cream emporium, Tepoznieves serves some 100 flavors, including exotic scoops such as cactus and pineapple-chili. There are several…
San Miguel de Allende
Fittingly creative salads, soups, sandwiches and pizzas in a relaxing courtyard setting in the grounds of Fábrica La Aurora.
Cabo San Lucas
Local families fill the big dining room at Mariscos Mazatlán for the good prices and great seafood. Sunday afternoons are especially busy (and especially…
Isla Mujeres
Mix things up a little with some beef in shiitake-mushroom sauce at this Asian-fusion restaurant. It’s not beachfront, but the modern, cool ambience is…
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…
San Miguel de Allende
This relaxing place, in the library annex, is popular with culture vultures. Offers a three-course menu daily (M$100).
Tijuana
Famous Mexican chef Javier Plascencia focuses on seafood at this fancy taco place although unlike his other lauded restaurants, this one can be hit or…
Northern Baja
For shrimp or fish tacos try this family-owned place. It also has various antojitos (typical Mexican snacks), excellent salsa and friendly staff.
Chiapas
Attached to the museum, this spacious palapa-topped restaurant has a lengthy menu of Mexican standards and caters to Yaxchilán-bound tourists.
Tabasco
The bright, air-conditioned Café del Puerto has the best ambience, with well-prepared seafood, Mexican staples, strong coffee and a decent breakfast.
Morelia
Come to this bright, open-fronted eatery for a vegetarian or vegan breakfast (available till 1pm daily) or a substantial buffet lunch (noon to 6pm).
Veracruz
Córdoba does sushi. And loves it, even though it's only of average quality. You might have to wait for a table at this hole-in-the-wall hot spot.
Inland Michoacán
One of the few sit-down places in town, Los Arcos serves breakfast, comida corrida (set lunch) and à la carte dishes later in the day.
Coyoacán & San Ángel
This obligatory weekend stop has homemade ice cream and popsicles in flavors ranging from mango with chili to maracuya (passion fruit).
Guadalajara Region
A young crowd, good tunes, high-speed wi-fi and great coffee equals the perfect coffee house in our book. Bagels and baked goods are from M$45.
