What to order at El Parnita

Must order
Tacos de pescado al chipotle; pulpo a la brasa; the tamal of the day.
Signature dishes
Tacos de pescado al chipotle, Pulpo a la brasa, Tamales
Editor tip
Closed Sundays. Lunch service runs the heaviest; the patio is dog friendly. Walks-ins land most days.
CuisineMexican
Price$$
Neighborhoodroma-norte
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Signature dishes: Tacos de pescado al chipotle, Pulpo a la brasa, Tamales

Must order: Tacos de pescado al chipotle; pulpo a la brasa; the tamal of the day.

Tip: Closed Sundays. Lunch service runs the heaviest; the patio is dog friendly. Walks-ins land most days.

Location

Address: Av. Yucatan 84, Roma Norte, Cuauhtemoc, 06700 Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City

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