Mexico City’s food scene thrives on tradition and bold flavors, and no restaurant embodies this better than El Regreso. This Nápoles fixture nails classic comfort fare at prices that won’t break the bank. Their red mole enchiladas ($85) are a revelation — rich and smoky with just the right tang.
Klein’s in Polanco brings a Jewish twist to Mexican staples. While their matzo ball soup ($120) feels out of place, the swiss enchiladas ($95) and milanesas ($85) are flawless. Open late with valet parking, it’s perfect for post-theater crowds. Hours here stretch longer than most — 7am to 11pm on weekdays.
Casa Licha Pozole specializes in one dish and does it better than anyone. Their traditional pozole ($85) arrives in a giant clay bowl with tender pork and all the toppings you need. Open only on Sundays, it’s a weekend pilgrimage for pozole fans. The only weakness? No lunch service — you’ll miss the weekday crowd.
Porton Maya brings Yucatán to Benito Juárez. Their suckling pig tacos ($90) are crispy and juicy, while the habanero sauce ($60) packs heat without overwhelming. The menu’s short but precise — come for the marquesitas ($35) to end your meal.
Doña Vero in Roma Sur is the wild card. They serve wild boar carnitas ($110) alongside vegan options, with pulque on tap. One reviewer called their tlayudas "the best in the city." Open until midnight on Fridays, it’s great for late-night eats — just skip the chapulines cream if you’re not adventurous.
If you only try one, make it El Regreso’s red mole enchiladas. But don’t sleep on Porton Maya’s Yucatecan dishes — they’re a cut above the rest.
