Northeast Mexico
Amid massive wood doors, 18-foot ceilings and whitewashed walls, this colonial beauty serves Mexican classics, as well as an excellent paella that comes…
Northeast Mexico
Amid massive wood doors, 18-foot ceilings and whitewashed walls, this colonial beauty serves Mexican classics, as well as an excellent paella that comes…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Run by Velia and her husband, this place hits the spot for hearty home-cooked meals. Served in the front room of their house, there’s usually no menu,…
Sonora
Set in the middle of town, this low-key place serves huge plates of traditional Mexican cooking. Try the amazing mariscada (seafood platter) or the carne…
Monterrey
Monterrey's new culinary destination is a photogenic food hall with communal tables ringed by over a dozen vendors selling street food and desserts. There…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
If you can get over the fact that it's in the Best Western, this is a lively spot for a meal. The restaurant serves good Mexican fare, steaks and thin…
Monterrey
This local institution is synonymous with Monterrey and serves up its most famous dish: cabrito (goat). It's a masterwork of kitsch with an extraordinary…
Northeast Mexico
One of the most elegant restaurants in town, this family-run place has an atmospheric interior and courtyard seating accented by a gurgling fountain. The…
Northeast Mexico
This no frills eatery serves up tasty gorditas (thick stuffed tortillas) hot and fast. There are 13 fillings to choose from, including eggs with ham,…
Sonora
This fan-cooled, family-run place is both simple and welcoming, with a covered terrace at the rear. The soups are crammed with ingredients and there's a…
Sonora
Paying homage to one of Mexico's revolutionary leaders, Pancho Villa, the walls of this place are decked out in old school sombreros and photos of the man…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Despite the name, the showstoppers at this colorful place are the tortas (Mexican-style sandwiches) and tacos. Offering entirely meat-based meals, the…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
The entrance of this sleepy restaurant is through a knickknack shop, but the spacious dining room is bright and pleasant, with long family-style tables…
Bahía de Kino
A treasure trove of seafood delights including fried whole lobster and raw oysters. With a palapa-covered patio and views of the water, this joint also is…
Sonora
You'll be greeted by high ceilings, whirring fans and watercolor paintings of the local-turned-icon Maria Felix at this locals' favorite. The menu is…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
This restaurant inside Hotel La Choza is a good choice for breakfasts (around M$80), with typical Mexican dishes and free coffee refills served up under…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
One of Creel's most reliable eateries, Tío Molcas offers solid Mexican standards in a handicraft-filled dining room. Locals and out-of-towners alike file…
Sonora
Spacious and clean, with orange-shirted waiters moving efficiently about, Lolita’s is always a sound choice for seafood and Mexican standards. A popular…
Northeast Mexico
Seafood in the desert? You'll find just that at this inexpensive and informal place in the center of town. The menu includes a delicious cokteles de…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
This brightly decorated thee-room space with plastic coverings on the tablecloths is run by a team of friendly locals who are well used to travelers…
Northeast Mexico
The restaurant at Hostal El Farol has tables in its smart dining room and outside in a lovely colonial courtyard. It's pleasingly formal, with white…
Bahía de Kino
Dorita and her daughter turned their front room into a restaurant more than 20 years ago and have been kicking out the best breakfast around since.
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Modest, but spacious and clean, Francisco Villa, 200m north of the train station, does a great vegetarian chile relleno (chili stuffed with meat or cheese…
Monterrey
Monterrey's main downtown market has many fondas (family-run eateries) with good home cooking.
Sonora
Just northwest of Plaza Alameda, this patio-set Álamos classic serves up fine breakfasts, memorable homemade tortillas and steaks, shrimp and carne asada …
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
A traditional, formal restaurant that specializes in fish and seafood, with several styles of pulpo (octopus) and combo plates of various river delicacies…
Bahía de Kino
This upscale hotel restaurant is something of a local expat hub, with the famous eggs Benedict always doing a brisk trade at breakfast time. The rest of…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
One of the fancier places in town, La Cabaña serves a good tampiqueña (steak accompanied by several side orders), as well as tasty salads, grills and…
Sonora
Right on the beach, this long-standing Greek-owned restaurant offers a memorable setting for a meal. Try a sampler (hummus, taramasalata, baba ghanoush),…
Sonora
A wonderful intimate surprise on Blvd Beltrones, the best dish at this steak and seafood restaurant is the petite chateaubriand, flambéed at your table…
Monterrey
This large upscale diner offers a long list of Mexican faves, plus sandwiches and steaks, at fair prices. It's had a loyal following since 1955. An easy…
Sonora
Of the mostly touristic eateries along the Old Port waterfront, breezy Mary’s is the one where locals most often eat. It’s right next to the little fish…
Sonora
For cheap traditional fare, head to the market where there's a section of food stalls serving up tasty eats at countertop seating. Afterwards, stroll the…
Northeast Mexico
In the middle of town, this friendly courtyard restaurant serves up meals on tables surrounding a small fountain. You'll find reliable Mexican fare, juicy…
Sonora
Irresistible carne asada (marinated grilled beef) tacos have punters filling the open-air tables here every night. It’s near the west end of Beltrones…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Famous for its huge portions, the signature dish here is el norteño, a cheesy, beefy mess served in a cast-iron skillet that you eat with tortillas.
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
This is a simple outdoor restaurant with plastic tables and chairs, set on a porch enclosed with chain link fence. Meals are basic – scrambled eggs with…