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    El Apapacho

    4.7 (72 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bookstores
    Open 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Patio
    Siri P.

    The cutest restaurant in a bookstore. We were a party of 12 and had no problems getting seated. there was only one waitress and chef I believe so it did take some time to get our food but the vibes of the patio are so good, we did not mind! The food was also very worth the wait. Definitely located on a quieter street than the tourist filled center of Mérida but worth the walk. Great choice for vegan friends too!!

    Camarones el mole de Oaxaca
    Riean N.

    I've been to Mexico many times over the years, and the shrimp mole here stands out as the best I've ever had,rich, balanced, and unforgettable. Everything is made in-house, all the way down to the salt rim on the mezcal margarita. If you're in Mérida, do yourself a favor and make this a must-stop.

    Jasmine J.

    Cute place but the food was not good . I noticed after eating a lot of others ordered the shrimp mole and salads and things of that nature . My dish arrived cold and the meat was dry and the sauce was definitely out of a jar . Drinks were good . Waitress was kind she was one person servicing all patrons.

    Mezcalita
    Jebreh B.

    Charming bookstore with an amazing restaurant. They even have mosquito spray, which you will absolutely need. The drinks and food are fabulous. You'll need some time as the menu is pretty big . The best soup I've ever had

    pardina salad
    Michelle Z.

    cozy vibes! a haven for hippies. i heard this place had good aguachiles, which i did not order regrettably. come here if you are vegan and vegetarian, or if you want many healthy options. came here on a Tuesday afternoon. you walk through a mini bookstore to the backyard where there's a cool seating area with vines hanging. got bit by mosquitoes. ordered hibiscus juice and a pineapple smoothie to start with. both were refreshing and not too sweet. also ordered the aztec soup (aka tortilla soup). the tomato broth had a nice smooth texture. not too overpowering flavor of tomato. i liked the bits of melted oaxacan cheese in the soup; the salt and pungent cheese cut through the mild tomato broth. the mezcal flan had a more cheesecake texture, one different than the custard flan texture that i'm used to in the States. different but delicious! there was a bit of funkiness to the flan probably from the mezcal. the caramel and walnuts topped on the flan muted the funkiness of the flan. the mini bookstore was cute. saw some philosophy books from mexican/latin american authors. most, if not all, books were in spanish.

    Ross W.

    We ate here on our first evening in Mérida, flying in from Los Angeles via Mexico City. It was the one place I could find with multiple vegan options open late. The food and service were great, and the atmosphere outside was well appreciated. We didn't have any problems with mosquitos, but apparently there are times when they're a problem for which cans of repellent are available at the tables. There were a number of excellent options for a vegan to choose from. We were the last customers at closing but never felt rushed to leave. Prices were possibly touristy high, but not outrageous.

    A mural on the back patio. You have to go.
    Alice L.

    Such a cute place. The owner and staff are gracious and patient. The service is excellent. I tried potato enchiladas, mole colorado. I didn't know what to expect because I've never had potato enchiladas before. As you can imagine, if you've never tried this dish, it's soft mashed potatoes, stuffed inside large corn tortillas. The mole is the real star of this dish. I could eat that mole on nearly everything. It was smooth, thick, not too sweet and there was just enough to complement the enchiladas. I couldn't get the flavor of the cheese but I did enjoy the recipe. My husband ordered the chicken mole. He cleaned his plate so I guess it was very good because he didn't offer me a bite. And he wasn't interested in mine. We ordered the guacamole and it was also good. A meal of guacamole and chips would not disappoint. My husband and guests imbibed. The report was favorable for the unique drink specialties. This is a really cool, hole in the wall type of place with a tiny library and fun art adorning the walls. I wish I had more time to hang out here. I will definitely return on my next trip to Merida and try many of the other items on the menu.

    Shrimp enchiladas with a delicious red mole
    Mireya M.

    My second time here and it was still great. I over ordered. My eyes were bigger than my stomach. But yum! The lemonade electros with house made ginger beer is deliciousss

    Taleah B.

    Very unique menu. Ambiance was wonderful- full of art, poems, great lighting. Service was great. Huge drink menu. Very unique food menu. Offers vegan options, a lot of seafood and some chicken, possibly beef but I don't remember. Plating and presentation is beautiful.

    This is how the check comes. So cute!
    Tuli S.

    Apapacho has the best picante mole ever! We came for dinner and ordered the lamb and rabbit. Both were delicious but the rabbit was especially tasty. Service was great and the garden area in the back is very cute. They add little touches which are unique that I haven't seen elsewhere. Everyone gets a rose for the table and the check comes in a tiny seashell! We came twice because we loved the rabbit so much. If we had come once it would be a 5, since we came twice it's a 4. The 2nd time we ordered rabbit and shrimp. The shrimp were not good. They weren't fresh and we had to send it back. It wasn't an issue at all and getting a new order of chicken mole was easy. I highly recommend the lamb and rabbit dishes.

    Shaded garden - perfect for a hot day.
    Philip S.

    The shaded garden setting is perfect on a hot day in Merida. I had breakfast and arrived at 8:00 AM just as they opened. Not surprising, I was the first guest. My scrambled eggs were good and the service was good and friendly.

    Iced moka
    Jessica M.

    Our favorite place! Our Airbnb was across the street from this restaurant and we went here almost everyday at least once while in town! The mole is great but my favorite things were the iced mochas, avocado toast, and the eggs with quemada salsa! Also, the electric lemonade is really refreshing and great! Definitely worth a visit and we'll be back next time we visit!

    Enchiladas rojas con pollo asado
    Victor A.

    Excellent service by the staff and the establishment itself is cozy and welcoming. There is seating outside in the patio where you're given shade by the trees. The limonada was sour in the best way possible. I really enjoyed the enchiladas and the presentation of the dish is magnificent. I'd love to try another dish from the menu!

    Groovy murals in a shady, green courtyard.

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    The mole is to die for, the Nopales rellenos are a must have and the sopa azteca was both delicate and homey.

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