Pancho Maíz ★ 4.6
Pancho Maíz on Parque de la Mejorada in Mérida is chef Xóchitl Valdés's native-corn antojería, Bib Gourmand and 2026 Michelin Young Chef Award winner.
Signature: Native corn antojitos, Tlacoyos, Nixtamalized masa
What to order at Los Almendros
- Signature dishes
- Poc chuc, Papadzules, Queso relleno, Sopa de lima
CuisineYucatecan
Price$$
NeighborhoodLa Mejorada
Signature dishes: Poc chuc, Papadzules, Queso relleno, Sopa de lima
Location
Address: Calle 50-A número 493, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yucatán
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