Must-see restaurants in Xalapa

  • El Brou

    Xalapa

    Housed in a delightful high-ceilinged colonial lounge, El Brou gets it right on all counts. The varied menu offers a delicious and arty take on…

  • La Candela

    Xalapa

    This brightly decorated place attracts a crowd of loyal regulars who come for the inventive Mexican cuisine and great steaks at lunchtime, but it's the…

  • Vinissimo

    Xalapa

    Elegant, but certainly not pretentious, Vinissimo offers imaginative dishes made from fresh market produce. The often-changing menu takes its risottos and…

  • El Itacate

    Xalapa

    Big colorful murals of beloved Mexican celebs, including Maria Felix, Augustin Lara and Pedro Infante, cover the walls of this eminently popular spot…

  • Verde Raiz

    Xalapa

    Raw food and tofu tacos have arrived in Xalapa and have become hugely popular with the resident student population. Get here early to grab one of the…

  • Postodoro

    Xalapa

    With its cheery yellow walls, appealing courtyard dining space lit with fairy lights and comfy leather booths, this place has won itself many local fans…

  • Siwapan

    Xalapa

    With its low prices, leafy murals and tasty slow-cooked food it's no wonder this laid-back place is a hit with Xalapa's student population. Try out the…

  • Plazoleta

    Xalapa

    This popular cafeteria has street-view seating as well as tables placed around trees and vines in a courtyard. There's a climbing frame out back to keep…

  • Mercado de la Rotonda

    Xalapa

    Located at the north end of Revolución, this untouristed market has several basic eateries offering regional food on the cheap.