What to order at Cafe de Tacuba

Must order
Enchiladas de mole verde; tamales served with frothy chocolate caliente.
Signature dishes
Enchiladas de mole, Tamales, Chocolate caliente
Editor tip
Daily 08:00-23:00; the strolling student trio on Sunday afternoons is the move for the room's full character.
CuisineTraditional Mexican
Price$$
NeighborhoodCentro Historico
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Location

Address: Calle de Tacuba 28, Centro Historico, Cuauhtemoc, 06000 Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City

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