Most people don't travel to Mexico for the purpose of exploring Mexico City, but being the most populous urban city in the country, you might consider skipping the beaches for a day during your trip to truly satisfy your taste buds. Some staples a part of Mexican cuisine include enchiladas, tamales, guacamole, tacos, and elote among many others.
RestauranteEl Cardenal
-Upon arrival at this stunning building you step foot into a restaurant that is celebrated for its traditional dishes and is quite possibly the most popular spot for tourists to eat at in Mexico City, at least according to Trip Advisor. The 3rd floor offers a less crowded and more open floor plan with a patio. The authentic cuisine is offered for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but Restaurante El Cardenal seems to draw a sizeable crowd for brunch. El Cardenal has their own pan dulce (sweet bread) and chilaquiles for brunch meals.
-The most popular dish is most certainly the Chicken Mole. The chocolate sauce is unique to Mexican cuisine and often provides a love or hate reaction. Luckily at this establishment a green mole sauce caters to those looking for a slightly less chocolatey flavor.
-You can order a sizeable meal here for under $20 and even during a dinner meal you won’t empty your wallet unless you get carried away with wine and other drinks.
Mercado de Coyoacán
-Right outside the center of Mexico City is Mercado de Coyoacán. This market is walking distance from the Frida Khalo museum and offers spices, fruits, food vendors, souvenirs, and much more. For a tourist its a great spot to try a bit of several popular homeade Mexican foods.
-Many locals rave about the toastadas, elote (grilled/boiled corn with varying seasonings), and a taqueria at the end of the market. The food is hot, fresh, and dripping in flavor.
-The market offers food and souvenirs for relatively low prices but as an English speaking tourist some say they feel that they have been unfairly charged different prices for their items.
El Tizoncito
-This famous taqueria claims to have invented Tacos al Pastor. Their street food is a great representation of Mexican flavors in the trendy and walkable La Condesa neighborhood. Locals and tourists rave about the flavors from El Tizoncito's onions and queso as they get a chance to sit outdoors and enjoy the nightlife of the area.
-Without question this spot is known for their Tacos al Pastor, and more specifically the gringas variation that has cheese, Pastor meat, and a larger wheat taco.
-The menu is on the cheaper side with most items ranging from $10-$15 but plenty of eats for less.