Mexico City has a thriving street food scene. You can score authentic Mexican fare at wildly cheap prices compared to what you’ll find in the US. We’re talking 10 mxn ($.50usd) tacos and 30 mxn ($1.50usd) quesadillas folks. How can you say no?!
Well, too much of a good thing does exist. You can only eat so many street tacos before it’s time for a different culinary experience. And before your tummy revolts….
Here are 3 places to eat in Mexico City when you’re not in the mood for Mexican food.
3. Bread Boss
Bread Boss is nestled in the hip neighborhood of Condesa. It serves up epic sandwich creations on super fluffy bread in a laid back setting. I ordered the Egg Lover’s sandwich which had ultra-fluffy scrambled eggs, plenty of bacon, a solid serving of avocado, and a touch of hot sauce.
The soft bread, fluffy eggs, and smooth avocado made for a satisfying mouthfeel while the bacon gave it crunch and salt. It felt like eating a hug, and it’s an embrace worth seeking out in Mexico City.
Pro Tip: We couldn’t resist trying the Bread Boss Cookie. While it had a solid serving of chocolate and lovely nutty flavor, it was too dry. Skip it and head to Cookie D-Oh instead!
2. El 123
If you can’t fathom eating another taco, why not transport your taste buds across the world to Thailand at El 123? This venue is a converted paper factory, and it has strong hipster vibes with eclectic décor and plenty of plants.
We shared the green curry soup and pad see ew, and both were shockingly delicious. The green curry soup was packed with vegetables, and a smooth coconut flavor balanced out the kick of chili to perfection The pad see ew had a delightful smokiness to compliment a pinch of salt and dash of sweet. While the noodles weren’t quite wide enough for authentic pad see ew, they were still that slightly chewy, slightly soft texture that I can never get enough of.
1. Pizza Roma
Pizza Roma in Roma Norte serves up Detroit and New York style pizzas that are worth every penny. The New York style pizzas have perfectly thin crust that’s just sturdy enough to hold up the toppings while being perfectly foldable. (Learn about the history of New York style pizza HERE.) The Detroit style pizzas have a crust that is crunchy on the outside while being soft and pillowy, yet not bready, in the center.
Q: What Is Detroit Style Pizza?: A: Detroit style pizza is traditionally made in a rectangular shaped cast iron pan. It is loaded with hard cheeses, which melt around the edges to create a crispy outer edge. Check out my guide to square pizza crusts to learn more!
The toppings on these pizzas are also top notch– flavorful sauces, fresh ingredients, and plenty of herbs.
Wrapping Up This Guide to Places to Eat in Mexico City When You Don’t Want Mexican Food…
When traveling, it’s easy to feel like you have to stick to traditional cuisine. However, tasting how one culture takes on the flavors of another is fun and interesting. Not to mention, sometimes you just need to fill your belly with something different!
Bread Boss, El 123, and Pizza Roma serve up delicious food, and are perfect places to eat in Mexico City for when you’re not feeling Mexican food.
