What to order at El Tajin

Must order
The arroz a la tumbada; the mole xiqueño.
Editor tip
Closed Sundays after lunch. The garden patio is the seat; the Veracruz seafood menu changes weekly.
CuisineVeracruz Mexican
Price$$$$
Tasting menuMXN 1,400
NeighborhoodCoyoacan
ChefAlicia Gironella DAngeli
Book ahead1 week
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Location

Address: Miguel Angel de Quevedo 687, El Rosedal, Coyoacan, 04330 Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City

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