Café De Tacuba
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Century-old institution known for its spicy house mole recipe, elaborate decor & live mariachi band.
attractions: Plaza de la Constitución, Palacio de Bellas Artes, Alameda Central, Mirador Torre Latino, Friki Plaza, Plaza Garibaldi, The House of Tiles, Templo Mayor Museum, Plaza de Santo Domingo, Escomarti Vestidos Comunión Presentación Pages Bautizo Y Accesorios, restaurants: Churrería El Moro, El Cardenal, Pastelería Ideal, Mercado de San Juan Pugibet, Pizza del Perro Negro, Café El Popular, Pastelería Ideal, La Casa de Toño en Madero, Los Callejeros, El Cardenal
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Century-old institution known for its spicy house mole recipe, elaborate decor & live mariachi band.
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I went here on a recommendation of a friend, and I'm glad I took her recommendation. I was seated right away, and within minutes the server came by to take my drink order (I just ordered an horchata, which was pretty good). When she came back with my drink, she was telling me their special for the day, but I had already decided what to get, the chicken cordon bleu and the daily soup, which was fideo. I revived the soup within five minutes, and it was delicious, it was just the right temperature, and while half way through with the soup, my main dish came, the server was nice enough to ask me if I needed more time to finish the soup, I said yes and he took the plate back so I could finish the soup. Once done with the soup, the server brought me the main dish, and I was impressed by how big it was, I really wasn't expecting it to be a big plate. The chicken cordon bleu was also delicious, especially with the salsa, it gave it a nice mild spice. While eating, a live band was playing music, I'm not sure if it's a daily thing or not, but I was happy to be there, a dinner and a show. The band did move from spot to spot, and as customers were taking pictures and videos, one of the guys was doing poses for the camera; it really was great to see the interaction. I also wanted to mention that the server I had assisted an elderly woman with a cane get up from her seat and walk her to the restroom and back to the table! awesome customer service. The place itself is very decorative, and very clean. I did observe a few of the servers clean a table and get it ready for the next customers, which included taking off the white table sheet and replacing it with a new clean one. I really do recommend it.
Guillermo VazquezGuillermo Vazquez
10
The restaurant is a beautiful setting with two stories and with beautiful antique decorations, and music on both floors. we chose the upstairs section because we were a group of 12 and we wanted a little privacy for the group. The appetizers were delicious. We ordered way too much appetizer, since we barely could touch our main dishes but food was very good. There was a lamb dish that I think it was a lamb intestine that I ordered and the taste was very very very gamy so I suggest do not order that dish. Service on the other hand was fast but the waiter that served us, a young fellow was not very accommodative and we found him rude. We ordered one salad for the two of us, and they brought out two large salads, and after much argument, they would not take one back, which we don’t understand they could serve it to somebody else since it’s not touched, and for such a big group, it just seems a bit pity. Yeah, the waiter was bit on the rude side as well were one of the drinks wasn’t to the order, and he pretty much confronted us and banged the drink back on the table. Language is always an issue and we do understand but we try to be clear and we also had a Spanish-speaking person to help with the translations from our side and not to be rude. This is a shame since this is a very nice establishment with great food and great music. if we had a choice, we would’ve not tipped the waiter but it was included and there you go that’s why tip should be not included so we do get some service for our money.
majid ghassemianmajid ghassemian
10
El Café de Tacuba is a restaurant steeped in tradition in the heart of Mexico City, steps away from El Zócalo, the main city square. Opened in 1912, the building itself is an architectural beauty, more so on the inside. However, it is its cuisine that keeps locals coming back. Their menu is well balanced and includes well-known Mexican dishes, prepared following recipes that have originated in the distant past. This time, we had 2 types of tamales: Queso con Rajas, and Costa. The first one wrapped in the traditional corn leaf, the second in banana leaf. Both were rich and very flavourful. We also ordered Chiles Rellenos de Queso, covered in a light tomato sauce. These had the right level of spiciness to allow us to really enjoy the smoky flavour of the poblano pepper. Portions are very generous, so be cautious when ordering, as some dishes can be shared between 2 people. Service is impeccable. Staff there is very well trained and always friendly. Prices here are higher than average, but well worth it. The ambiance and menu make this a great experience.
Octavio RodriguezOctavio Rodriguez
00
What a fantastic restaurant! We came here for our New Year’s Eve dinner and had an incredible experience. We made our reservations via email, and Jose was quick to respond and answer all my questions. There was a long line when we arrived, so I suggest booking ahead. The decor is stunning, filled with vibrant Mexican flair and a festive vibe. The staff were English-friendly and efficient, and we got our drinks and meals smoothly without much wait! The drinks were extremely delicious (we ordered the horchata, mango margarita, and mezcal cocktail), the food was flavourful, and the meat was perfectly tender. Later on in the meal, the Mariachi band came out and it was such a great experience in itself! The atmosphere of this restaurant is very homey and lively, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate New Year’s Eve in CDMX! Highly recommend!
Maggie GuoMaggie Guo
00
Interiors are amazing, vibe is great, food is not. Menu del día seems to be the most efficient way of trying out a combination of Mexican cuisine. 1. Pick Chayote over fruits as the entrant. You won't be disappointed********* 2. Don't pick Caldo de pollo; it's literally chicken broth - Go for Sopa de tortilla instead, great presentation and flavors****** 3. Ordered Romaritos de camarón, supposed to be in season. While it tasted good, I can feel texture of sand in the dish, might be unwashed romarito leaves or the sand in the dry shrimps used in the menu***** 4.Pick Chongos as your postre. Always the best option for dessert. Overall- It's becoming more of a hotspot for American tourists than a place for genuine Mexican flavors. Go to the Sanborns cafe nearby. Better value for money and better flavors in my opinion.
Dheeraj MangotraDheeraj Mangotra
00
There is no doubt this place is gorgeous, stunning even. The glass stained windows left me in awe, the architecture, wow. The food on the other hand.... was absolutely terrible. I read so many reviews about the enchiladas that my husband and I ordered two different kinds. They were both SO BAD. I went against my gut instinct because this spot has over 19k reviews and thought that this must be the exception to our rule of avoiding touristy spots. We were greatly disappointed and paid a lot of money in the process. Do yourself a favor and venture out of Centro. There are some truly incredible hidden gems. I am not saying don't come here, again, the building itself is gorgeous. But get some hot chocolate and enjoy some traditional sweet bread so you have an excuse to walk around this beautiful building.
Isabelle DuranIsabelle Duran
50
Nearby Attractions Of Café De Tacuba
Plaza de la Constitución
Palacio de Bellas Artes
Alameda Central
Mirador Torre Latino
Friki Plaza
Plaza Garibaldi
The House of Tiles
Templo Mayor Museum
Plaza de Santo Domingo
Escomarti Vestidos Comunión Presentación Pages Bautizo Y Accesorios

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