Mexico City
The Best Walk-in Restaurants in Mexico City
Check out the top spots in Mexico City where no reservations are needed.
Mexico City is full of great places to eat where you can just walk in and grab a seat. With recommendations from the World of Mouth experts like chef Jorge Vallejo, chef Bernardo Galindo, and gastronomy brand director Ali Kurshat Altinsoy, we’ve found the best ones for you. Try Los Cocuyos for some of the best street tacos around. Hugo is another great spot, known for its delicious meals that make you feel at home. And you can’t miss Mi Compa Chava Marisquería if you love seafood. Each of these places offers tasty food with the ease of just walking in.
At Expendio de Maiz Sin Nombre, the culinary experience is an immersive journey into Mexico's rich food culture. The open kitchen allows you to watch as the chefs expertly prepare a variety of corn-based dishes, from tacos and tamales to innovative soups and stews. There's no set menu, so each visit offers a unique dining experience where dishes are served until you are full, making it a true exploration of authentic, organically driven flavors.
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This late-night taqueria, Los Cocuyos, is a hidden gem in the city center where you can find yourself standing in line at 2:00 AM for some truly unique tacos. With a menu that includes offal tacos such as cooked tongue and brains, it offers a unique culinary experience for the adventurous eater. The taqueria is renowned for its utilization of various by-products; from ears, head, and eye muscle to intestine, stomach, belly, and tongue, daring diners are encouraged to order everything and try.
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With an emphasis on natural wines and small plates, Hugo offers a unique dining experience. The place is known for its awesome vibes and attention to elegant detailing, making it a favourite among many. Operating hours are from 2pm to 11pm from Tuesday to Saturday, and 3pm to 9pm on Sundays, with Mondays being their day off.
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Jenni's Quesadillas is a standout spot for fresh, made-to-order quesadillas crafted with purple corn masa. With a myriad of fillings to choose from, the squash flowers, known as "Flor de calabaza", are particularly noteworthy. The place serves as an excellent introduction to the dynamic world of street food.
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Mi Compa Chava Marisquería is a walk-in seafood restaurant, inspired by the flavors of Sinaloa. The menu highlights include black aguachile of prawns, taco with a cheese crust and prawn, and a tostada with crab, scallop, raw and cooked prawns, and avocado. The service is noted for being friendly and attentive, and the dishes are described as fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced.
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This taqueria, Siembra Taquería, is just a short walk from the heart of the city. The establishment is owned and operated by a couple who previously worked in the fine dining industry. They specialize in creating exquisite guisados and are known for making their own masa for tacos.
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This spot, Taquería Revolución, is known for its simplicity and authenticity in Mexican cuisine. The restaurant's menu features Pastor Tacos and Tortas, made with a minimalistic recipe that highlights the natural flavors. If you're a fan of straightforward, traditional Mexican food, this is a place worth trying.
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At Expendio de Maiz Sin Nombre, the culinary experience is an immersive journey into Mexico's rich food culture. The open kitchen allows you to watch as the chefs expertly prepare a variety of corn-based dishes, from tacos and tamales to innovative soups and stews. There's no set menu, so each visit offers a unique dining experience where dishes are served until you are full, making it a true exploration of authentic, organically driven flavors.
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This late-night taqueria, Los Cocuyos, is a hidden gem in the city center where you can find yourself standing in line at 2:00 AM for some truly unique tacos. With a menu that includes offal tacos such as cooked tongue and brains, it offers a unique culinary experience for the adventurous eater. The taqueria is renowned for its utilization of various by-products; from ears, head, and eye muscle to intestine, stomach, belly, and tongue, daring diners are encouraged to order everything and try.
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With an emphasis on natural wines and small plates, Hugo offers a unique dining experience. The place is known for its awesome vibes and attention to elegant detailing, making it a favourite among many. Operating hours are from 2pm to 11pm from Tuesday to Saturday, and 3pm to 9pm on Sundays, with Mondays being their day off.
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Jenni's Quesadillas is a standout spot for fresh, made-to-order quesadillas crafted with purple corn masa. With a myriad of fillings to choose from, the squash flowers, known as "Flor de calabaza", are particularly noteworthy. The place serves as an excellent introduction to the dynamic world of street food.
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Mi Compa Chava Marisquería is a walk-in seafood restaurant, inspired by the flavors of Sinaloa. The menu highlights include black aguachile of prawns, taco with a cheese crust and prawn, and a tostada with crab, scallop, raw and cooked prawns, and avocado. The service is noted for being friendly and attentive, and the dishes are described as fresh, flavorful, and reasonably priced.
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This taqueria, Siembra Taquería, is just a short walk from the heart of the city. The establishment is owned and operated by a couple who previously worked in the fine dining industry. They specialize in creating exquisite guisados and are known for making their own masa for tacos.
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This spot, Taquería Revolución, is known for its simplicity and authenticity in Mexican cuisine. The restaurant's menu features Pastor Tacos and Tortas, made with a minimalistic recipe that highlights the natural flavors. If you're a fan of straightforward, traditional Mexican food, this is a place worth trying.
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