Cancún
A staple in Cancún’s Indian cuisine scene, A Taste of India restaurant has simple no-fuss décor, but its authenticity makes it a favorite in the downtown…
Cancún
A staple in Cancún’s Indian cuisine scene, A Taste of India restaurant has simple no-fuss décor, but its authenticity makes it a favorite in the downtown…
Taxco
Far from the sea, Taxco is perhaps the last place you’d expect to find a great marisquería. But La Caletilla’s small, fish-only menu is loved by locals…
Oaxaca Coast
In Pohcutla’s restaurants you’re talking ‘grub’ rather than ‘cuisine’, but you probably won’t be too disappointed by the homespun flavors at this first…
Veracruz
There's no place better to absorb the atmosphere of Papantla than the Plaza Pardo's delightful balcony overlooking the zócalo. While the interior is…
Veracruz
With its unbeatable position under the colonial arches on the Plaza Zaragoza, this friendly place with alfresco dining buzzes year-round. Mains range from…
Western Central Highlands
A small, no-nonsense family restaurant that makes a great spot for breakfast. The scent of freshly squeezed orange juice perfumes the dining room, and…
Mexico City
Run by a family from Ocotlán, Jalisco, this boisterous beer hall has essentially one item on the menu: birria (spiced goat stew). La Polar’s version of…
Cancún
Vegetarians and health-food nuts delight at this health-food chain near Avenida Yaxchilán, which serves juice blends, a wide selection of yogurt-fruit…
Mérida
This easygoing spot, at the beginning of Paseo de Montejo, is framed by pretty plants and features an eclectic mix of tables and chairs, more reminiscent…
San José del Cabo
Part of the Tropicana Inn, the Bar & Grill is a huge space, with garden views and a generous menu of Mexican and American faves. Popular with travelers…
Querétaro
Their friends liked their cooking so much the owners of Biznarga opened their kitchen to the public. It's a rather chaotic and dark place, but it's also…
Chiapas
Facing the southwest corner of the main plaza, Los Corredores does a bit of everything: breakfasts, reasonably priced fish plates and a few local…
Veracruz
Mulata was named after a beautiful African slave who, according to legend, escaped from prison through the picture she drew in her cell. Appropriately,…
Toluca
A meal or a wine in the courtyard of Mecha makes for a pleasant escape from shopping frenzy of central Toluca. European bistro-style dishes feature,…
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…
Valle de Bravo
This friendly outdoor terrace across from the wharf is a popular local hangout. The shrimp empanadas are delicious. Choose from three sizes and 10 degrees…
Veracruz City
Emilio tries to be all things to all people, and the results are mixed. The decor is contemporary, but the soccer on TV detracts from a serious-dining…
Northern Central Highlands
Known for its exceptionally spicy enchiladas (though you'll have to request spice – gringos automatically seem to get a fairly tame order unless they…
Coyoacán & San Ángel
Along a cobbled street lined with restaurants, this inconspicuous Yucatecan establishment whips up regional favorites such as sopa de lima (lime soup),…
Guadalajara Region
This breezy eatery with a lovely terrace perched above La Casa de Maty hotel and peering down on the main plaza serves mostly steaks and lamb and chicken…
Veracruz
This friendly, popular place has a cafeteria feel and gets busy mid-afternoon with local office workers coming for a cheap and delicious lunch. Try the…
Western Central Highlands
If you're hankering after a break from Mexican comestibles in this magic town, the 'Magic Oven' can accommodate with a dozen different pizzas and pasta…
Isla Mujeres
Bakes good thin-crust pizzas and calzones in a wood-fired oven, which is the main reason to come here when you tire of Mexican food. The menu also…
Centro Histórico
Despite its austere entrance, this is a lively upstairs restaurant where a pianist plinks out old favorites. The standard meat-free menu includes a range…
Chichén Itzá
For a good, honest, cheap meal hit this humble little place at the end of the strip of simple cafes opposite the church. Since the mid-'90s it's been…
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…
Mulegé
A colorfully decorated restaurant and bar with a special weekend menu for two that includes a gut-busting choice of local favorites like chiles rellenos …
Zihuatanejo
Though there's a huge selection here, not all is that tasty. But what makes a visit worthwhile are the tacos al pastor (spit-cooked marinated pork) from…
Cholula
Decorated with antique photos of Cholula, this lively, family-friendly hangout has been a Cholula institution since 1955. Besides pizza, pasta and burgers…
Veracruz
With its exposed stone arches, this hotel bar-restaurant has plenty of atmosphere (particularly on the poolside terrace) and an extensive international…
Veracruz
Facing onto a small square that is popular with ecstatic birds at sunset, this friendly local place serves delicious xiqueño specialties such as chiles en…
Chiapas
Keeping thankful vegetarians afloat, Naturalíssimo offers healthy breakfasts, wholewheat bread, tortas and veggie hamburgesas, as well as thirst-quenching…
Coyoacán & San Ángel
This hugely popular vegetarian restaurant draws a loyal breakfast crowd thanks to its organic egg dishes, chilaquiles (tortilla strips drenched in salsa)…
Cabo San Lucas
Full of festive atmosphere, mariachi band tunes, good food and aromas from the open grill, Pancho's also offers ‘all you want to know about tequila’. The…
Veracruz
While perhaps La Hacienda has the most charming balcony in town, the view isn't quite as good as can be had elsewhere on the zócalo. That aside, it has…
Chetumal
A sweet little family-run place serving regional and Mexican standards, daily lunch specials and meal-sized tortas (sandwiches). They often offer an…
Southern Baja
For something different, stop at this clean, American-diner-style biker joint serving cheap breakfasts, comidas corridas (set lunches), stuffed potatoes…
Centro Histórico
This block-long building contains more than 70 kitchens preparing, among other items, Jalisco-style pozole (a broth brimming with hominy kernels and pork)…
Tijuana
Dine in a faded yet upscale courtyard setting, complete with bubbling fountain and canaries in cages. This is truly old school, down to the large, Mexican…
Morelia
Packed from breakfast till late at night, this is one of the most popular sidewalk cafes beneath the arches across from the cathedral. It has great coffee…