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Cardinal is one of those consistent, safe bets in Mexico City. In a city where there's a constant influx of cafes and coffee shops, it's nice to have a spot you know is going to do coffee consistently well. The shop itself if quaint and cozy so it tends to be full. If you're planning on working from here you may want to plan to take it to go as backup. They do have a couple tables outside. It's conveniently located near some of the bigger parks, so it's the perfect stop to refuel. read more

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Jessica S.

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If you only have time to seek out one coffee shop in the city, Cardinal is an easy, quality choice. With its chill and lazy atmosphere and open-aired seating, it also will serve as an ideal hangout spot or relaxing morning before you embark on your day's wanderings. I had an excellent Cortado here one morning and enjoyed it street-side. Very enjoyably robust and rich. I also bought Gesha coffee beans at an excellent price. I have been obsessed with the incredibly strong floral aroma of these beans and am sad the bag is almost gone. I will not hesitate to pick up more on my next visit! read more

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Han L.

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Chill vibe. I got an espresso tonic and it was okay. Too much lime and syrup feel. No coffee came through. read more

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Arpit D.

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Really enjoyed the coffee here - Got the Latte Rex. Definitely worth checking out when visiting CDMX. read more

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Shahram M.

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Coffee shop in the middle of roma Norte. On cordona street. It is a cute small place with good coffee. There is another place at the corner that is bigger Crystal but it is more like a restaurant. Nice service. read more

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Stuti D.

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Great coffee. Cute coffee shop. It's got specialists coffees I think they have 2 locations. I went t to the one in Roma Norte. I had the americano read more

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Malinalli L.

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1 star for coffee, this is not the best coffee, best coffee, I've taste is in Valladolid, Huasteca Potosina, I did not feel the taste of coffee, mostly is the milk I tasted. Is overrated . Great staff, great sitting, great internet read more

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Jonathan M.

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Popped in for a cortado on a Monday morning. Nice ambiance with chill music that's not too loud. My drink leaned more towards the chocolaty and buttery notes and was nicely balanced. read more

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Maor R.

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Consistently the BEST coffee I've had in Mexico City and maybe even ever. Very, very few places in the States are this good. They're extremely focused on quality. Every espresso puck is measured perfectly. What I mean by Perfect coffee: deliciously strong coffee notes with none of the excessive acidity or bitterness. The cold latte shaken with their HOMEMADE caramel and soy milk tastes like melted coffee ice cream. Also, doesn't hurt that they have some of the fastest and most reliable internet too if you're trying to get any work done. Lastly, the music is always good its just a relaxing and charming ambiance to be in. read more

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Elaine N.

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Cute little coffee spot in Roma Norte which was recommended to me by a friend - he's a bit of a coffee connoisseur and this was a great recommendation. I ordered an iced latte which was the perfect pick-me-up for a warm afternoon. They also They also chemex, cold brews and other basic coffee things. read more

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Sara C.

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The perfect cup of coffee. We got a latte, and it was brewed to perfection. It's a cute little place with indoor/outdoor seating and a small menu of sandwiches and pastries. We will be back for a snack! read more

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Renee E.

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I LOVE this adorable cafe on Córdoba!! It was the very first place we went after we had arrived in DF after dropping our stuff off at the Airbnb down the same street. I had a cold brew that was magnificent. We stopped by a few more times on our next few days. I had a latte another time and a really lovely cup of chemex. The place is tiny, but really cozy and the decor and atmosphere are fantastic. The baristas are lovely. We had 2 of the possibly most attractive hipsters in Roma make our coffees and not only were they easy on the eyes, but very nice (especially when we fumbled our Spanish a little.) If I lived in Roma, I would without doubt be a very regular regular! read more

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Chel F.

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Enjoyed a delicious hot tea at Cardinal when I visited Mexico City! The menu was easy to follow and the baristas were patient with my lack of Spanish-speaking abilities. There was a moderate amount of seating with multiple 1-3 person tables both inside and outside and one larger circular table inside. The patrons ranged from cool and chatty millennials to quiet elderly couples reading together, and the shop overall felt cool and welcoming. If you're in the area and in need of some caffeine I would definitely give this place a shot! read more

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Lindsey S.

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Great coffee shop. I am in grad school so I am constantly on the prowl for great places to hang out with a good vibe and coffee. This place did not disappoint. Great seating inside and out, fast wifi, and a great selection of coffee and snacks. I had a chemax coffee prepared cold and it was delicious. Normally I add a little sugar and cream to my coffee (especially when it is cold) but this had such a great flavor I didn't need to add anything to it. Thoroughly enjoyed my experience here and will back soon for more studying! read more

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Tim S.

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Small coffee shop in a nice area of the city! My trip to Mexico City wouldn't have been as good without coming here. I visited twice and got the Chemex both times. Great coffee, friendly baristas, and a good atmosphere. What else is there to say? read more

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Robert S.

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I walked in, and immediately felt at home. The guys behind the bar didn't even bother with Spanish, because they could tell I was an English speaker. Got a fantastic cold brew and some delicious beans for later. A passion for great coffee and a choice of natural or washed for my beans. I can't say enough about friendly and knowledgeable the staff is. An absolute must stop place. read more

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Matt B.

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Probably the best espresso I had so far in Mexico City, but the service was confusing and they temporarily lost my order. The shops esthetic is very nice and the tables along the sidewalk make for a pleasant place to spend some time. It had all the elements of a great coffee shop so I would be willing to go back and give them another chance. Definitely a good option if you are looking for coffee in Roma Norte. read more

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Alan B.

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My twin bro told me this was his fav. spot for a cappucino in roma norte, so I decided to go try it out. The interior was a great place to chill, with a bunch of couches and tables, and even 2 tables outside. I started my order in broken spanish "Cappucino, por favor" and got a reply "would you like milk with that". Fortunately for me, the cappucino was better then my spanish accent and I enjoyed chilling inside with the wifi and drinking it. If i come back to roma norte I will sample some of there other coffee drinks, for 38 pesos it was a pretty good deal. read more

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Bianca I.

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The ambiance was nice and I liked the live guitarist that happened to be there at the time. The machiatto I ordered was smaller than I expected for the price but it was still tasty. read more

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Ray C.

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Wow this place is wildly good for someone living/working freelance in the city. Some of the best internet and coffee I've had, with friendly service who never make you feel unwelcome for planting for a while and getting stuff done. Have tons of coffee options (tried a ton, all of which are amazing), but I'd recommend the French Press. As for food, only tried the almond croissant but it's also one of the best pastries I've had in the city. read more

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Joe S.

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Really enjoyed my visit here. I tried the air-press coffee, had a dulce-de-leche pastry, and a bottle of sparkling water. All very inexpensive and flavorful, while relaxing in a comfortable leather chair. I'll be back. read more

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Olivia H.

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I loved the cold brewed coffee! The way they served it in a cold glass made it stay colder even longer. It was as smooth and easy to drink! Great atmosphere and read more

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J. D.

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Coffee is great with a wide selection of brews available. Nice couches and tables but survive isn't the best. Not sure I'd visit this location again. read more

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More info about Cardinal

Calle Córdoba 132
Col. Roma Norte
06700 México, D.F.
Mexico
Roma Norte
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Visit Website
http://www.casacardinal.com

Hours

What time does Cardinal open?

Cardinal opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Cardinal opens at 9:00 AM on Saturday.Cardinal opens at 10:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Cardinal close?

Cardinal closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 9:00 PMSat 9:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cardinal take credit cards?

Yes, Cardinal takes credit cards.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cardinal allow dogs?

Yes, Cardinal allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cardinal have bike parking?

No, Cardinal does not have bike parking.

Does Cardinal have outdoor seating?

Yes, Cardinal has outdoor seating options.

Does Cardinal have parking?

Yes, Cardinal has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Cardinal have free WiFi?

Yes, Cardinal has free WiFi.

Cardinal Reviews in Other Languages

Spanish
12 Reviews

Review Highlights - Cardinal

“We ordered at the counter - Rex Latte with the caramelo casero and a cold brew.”

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Qūentin

4.8(38 reviews)

1.3 km•Condesa

Excellent coffee shop. It's dark and moody with basically no seating other than a few outdoor…read moretables but the coffee was flavorful. One of the best cups in Roma Norte.

It was good, not great. Expensive. Banana bread was good but I wish it had a crispiness or…read morebutteriness to it. Cute vibes and has some tables in the back and out front.

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Lardo

4.4(500 reviews)

1.8 km•Condesa

One of my favorite meals while in CDMX. We had reservation and asked to be seated in their patio…read morearea because it was such a nice day. The patio was covered with so many greenery and provided a lot of shades. We ordered a few items to share: - Toasted bread, chicken liver, and black truffle: a good appetizer to start off with. The chicken pate was good, a bit different from what I'm used to. - Pappardelle with pork ragu: this was super good. Love the pasta texture on this. Pork ragu sauce was also perfect. - Robalo ceviche, watermelon, Serrano pepper: a refreshing ceviche to balance out the meal. the watermelon added a bit of sweetness. - Pizza capocollo, radicchio, straquinella cheese: a good size pizza to share. I like thin crust. - Arugula, roasted tomatoes, Parmesan salad: fresh arugula that went perfectly with the roasted tomatoes. Every meal needs a good salad. - Ricotta stuffed zucchini blossoms: this was my favorite dish we tried. Such a unique combo of flavors. The ricotta cheese just melted when you bite into the zuchinni blossoms. It also had a light crispy texture. - Hummus and pita bread: another good choice for appetizer. The hummus was solid. The service was excellent. Everyone was attentive and our food didn't take long to come out. Would highly recommend to add this place to your list. This is also a great area to check out, plenty of things to do in La Condesa.

Maybe Lardo is better for breakfast, but we didn't feel it was fully worth the hype for lunch. We'd…read moremade a reservation in advance for Saturday at 2PM. The interior was brightly lit with a large beautiful bar, and had the vibe of a French cafe. We were brought out some complimentary (pita-like) bread, which was nice, but would have been better with something like olive oil to dip it in. My friend and I ordered 3 items to share - the Ricotta Stuffed Squash Blossoms, Eggplant Parmesan, and Barbacoa. Portions were on the smaller side, but this was the perfect food quantity for us. The Ricotta Stuffed Squash Blossoms were fine but a little bland. I liked the Eggplant Parmesan and Barbacoa, but neither really blew my mind. For everything I'd heard about Lardo, I felt like our experience was good but not amazing. Would check it out for breakfast to compare!

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Espresso de Media Noche

5.0(11 reviews)

1.9 km•Condesa

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I came here when I was staying in Mexico City for two nights with some friends. It was very close…read moreto our AirBnB and that's how we happened upon it. Although we took our coffees to go, this place is really cute and the staff was so friendly. Even though I begin to order my ice coffee in Spanish, they told me they speak english and would be happy to help me. I finally remembered to review because I'm bookmarking this place for my next visit in a few months!

What a cute little roaster! The coffee was so so so good! The staff is very friendly. Love the…read moreindoor setup. We loved this place so much that we went here everyday of our stay in Condesa. Definitely a really fun experience to just sit, relax and sip on your delicious coffee.

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Tierra Garat

4.8(17 reviews)

1.7 km•Condesa

Excellent and interesting coffee options. I had the chocolate infused espresso it was delicious…read more They use Mexican coffee and its aromatic and organically grown. I encourage everyone to visit they have branches all over town.

The coffee selection is ample everything at these locations are great you can get mocha. You can…read moreget frappe you can get lattes. You can have a variety of things and yes, they have whipped cream if you like that as well on top of your drink highly recommend grabbing a coffee here. These stores are located throughout the city great seating available but if your in a rush you're able to grab and go if needed.

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Enhorabuena Café

4.6(34 reviews)

1.6 km•Condesa

Love their vanilla latte! Not too sweet and not too milky. They got the ratios right!…read more A lot of people working so might not be as easy to get a table but great place to grab and go!

¡Rico desayuno! Pequeño y agradable café con eficiente servicio y buena atención. Lo recomiendo…read moremucho, no es bueno para grupos grandes porque el lugar es una mirruña y no cabrían.

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Lorenzo

Me encanto este lugar! Perfecto para tomarte un capuccino y cualquier platillo del menú.

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Bó Pastissería

4.7(9 reviews)

2.1 km•Condesa

Quiche was incredible also had the croissants which were crispy & buttery. Came back multiple…read moretimes in our short visit to the area.

Great little coffee shop and pastries. Croissants and pain au chocolat are great. The little cakes…read moreand tarts are great too. Especially love the fig tart and berry tart

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Ficelle

4.5(48 reviews)

1.6 km•Condesa

This cafe is true to itself the real deal. What made the cafe super interesting to me was the…read morefact that they sell great pastries, various forms of cafes, and an equally diverse selection of wine. This block was already teaming with people dining on the sidewalk, and this cafe took it a step further with real awnings and plenty of light. The only things missing were the outdoor heat lamps. Obviously they don't use those in this part of the world, although it was a little nippy when I walked over here. I came on a complete whim, and I ordered a pastry with fruit and a cold Topo Chiko agua in the plastic bottle. I could tell the pastry had not been sitting on the counter all day, because it was still soft. I liked this cafe as well as this trendy little neighborhood.

During our recent trip to Mexico City, we finally explored the Condesa neighborhood and stopped at…read moreFicelle, a bakery I had seen recommended on TikTok. The pastries and service were delicious. While they do not have indoor seating, it was very pleasant to sit outside on the sidewalk and people-watch. We tried three different pastries: a plantain pudding pastry, a fruity meringue pastry, and a very unique peanut butter and chapulines cruffin. All were excellent. My only piece of constructive feedback is regarding the payment process. We had to pay for the pastries separately from the coffee, which made the experience less smooth. It would be much more convenient if everything could be paid for on a single check. Overall, it was a wonderful spot!

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Chiquitito Café

4.5(90 reviews)

1.9 km•Condesa

Cute little coffee shop with pastries. Our group can and ordered a decent amount of different…read moredrinks here and we all really liked them. Service was nice and friendly. They have cute seating outside that looks out onto the street and surrounding area. I'd recommend!

Beautiful neighborhood! Cute outdoor patio with calm music! I absolutely love this cafe place. I…read morelooked it up while visiting Mexico City! And I am happy I came to enjoy a cafe and enjoy the beautiful view and love the greenery and staff! They are so sweet they greet you as soon as you walk in and with a warm smile! So happy I came here. The coffee is yummy and delicious Do not forget to get yourself a pastry and coffee while in Roma Norte.

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Almond croissant

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Maque

4.3(226 reviews)

1.6 km•Condesa

Conchas are legit. Add nata with it, Soo good. Got a latte…read morewith almond milk, great!!! Chilaquiles, tasty but I've had better. Service was awesome!

a stones throw from our room and seemingly open all of the time !…read moreAt first, we thought it was a fruit cake store as there was a huge hanging sign over the door that must have remained from the holiday.. So funny. But once we walked over, we saw that it was a very lovely, traditional restaurant with very friendly servers. We were able to stand with the employees during our earthquake evacuation into the street. I especially loved my omelets with the creamed flor de calabaza that came with chilaquiles. I will say that the employees are super polite..and can't imagine them running after a customer because they did not tip enough. With that said, the man did go ahead to add 15% to my card as I was signing out, and I said it was fine because I was going to leave that much or more anyway, but they should not have assumed. Jut saay no to the fruit and drinks and pastry tray if you do not wish to purchase them no problem. A delightful spot to just sit and watch people & dogs go back and forth all day long.