I'm rating La Casa de Frida a bit generous (it's really a 3.5) because I live in Merida and I…read morereally miss Central Mexican food. I just returned from Puebla and this mole and Chile en Nogada don't hold a candle to the ones I had there however, in Merida these things are hard to get and as such, due to a lack of competition I'm giving La Casa de Frida four stars. I've eaten here several times and have a tendency to forget about the place as it's not on a section of Calle 61 that has many businesses even though it's only 2.5 blocks from the Plaza Grande. Merida is in Yucatan and it might as well be in another country other than Mexico. When someone wants to satisfy that craving for "real Mexican" food they don't have a lot of options but La Casa de Frida can satisfy that craving. La Casa de Frida is a very eclectic place that is Frida Kahlo themed with bright pink and blue walls and pictures of Frida or copies of her artwork covering just about every inch of the walls. Even the tables and tablecloths are Frida themed. One room has AC and the rest have fans so if you're hot ask for clima. We sat in the courtyard which is somewhat covered and brighter than the rest of the restaurant. No matter when you come here you will probably have the place to yourself as there's rarely anyone else in the building. Being almost August we came for Chile en Nogada and also Mole Poblano. The Chile was stuffed more with fruit than meat which was fine for me. It's not battered and deep fried like many are. The walnut sauce was not cold like it usually is in Puebla however it tasted fine. Because the bare pepper is showing under the sauce and the sauce is hot it doesn't look as good in photos but note the flavor was fine. It wasn't as good as the one I just had at Hotel Colonial in Puebla but I paid 300 pesos there and at La Casa de Frida it's 150 so there's that. We had two dishes with mole - enchiladas and pollo en mole. The mole has a nice flavor and a bit of heat that builds as the meal progresses. It's not as strong or smooth as ones I've had in Puebla but again this is Yucatan so we can't measure with that stick. Also both of these dishes were 100 pesos which is pretty cheap. We also ordered a margarita and an agua jamaica. The drink menu isn't very long but both were as good as they get in Merida. The jamaica came with a quite a lot of foam on it and it wasn't as sharp and bitter as most while also not being too sweet. The total bill for three people with three drinks was $430 pesos which I think is reasonable. The service has gotten better since I've been coming here in the last year. There used to be a guy that would drop food off and then disappear in the back for another 30 minutes. Today a lady was working and we never waited too long for anything.

La Casa de Frida is a very charming place all frida theme decoration it looks more like a museum…read morehahaha it was empty when we arrived so we took our time going from room to room while they were cooking our food. Camarones al Coco Enchiladas de Mole Poblano and Enchiladas Verdes was our picks and I will say my favorite was Enchiladas de Mole Poblano they were so tasty and truly tasted like real poblano Mole they were filled with shredded chicken and came with rise on the side I mixed the mole with the rise and it was delicious. Camarones al Coco was the second best plate shrimp was very good and the coconut gives a great flavor. Enchiladas Verdes was not so good it was just okay I even didn't eat the last one and my auntie said if Gabriel didn't eat that last one is not because he is not hungry anymore I'm pretty sure he just didn't like it, ohh well... she knows me well hahaha. Over all the restaurant is good and customer service is very good too. I do recommend it and I think you will have a great experience and a good meal to enjoy.

Our absolute favorite place for breakfast in Merida or possibly the world ... There are several…read morestands in a row in the market but we like Maria's best. Two cups of coffee each and a few tacos or empanadas is a buck. Great smoothies, too! While you're here, visit the silversmith across the park.

comida súper grasosa. sabor a aceite. muy mala comida. Primera y última vez que pido a este lugar…read moreque estaba en promoción en Uber eats.

I guess this is another branch of the main restaurant close to Paseo Montejo. It's located next to…read morea gas station, and as other comments say, it's a hidden gem, we would never thought we would find such a nice place in a gas station. The ambiance is very typical and mexican style, with beautiful hand made chandeliers. The food, wow! We had the chilaquiles with lechon, the molletes de longaniza, the huevos motuleños y huevos divorciados....everything is delicious! And the service is excellent as any restaurant in Mexico, always making you feel welcomed.

I've walked by this place numerous times but never considered eating here until we found the…read morerestaurant we wanted to go to was closed. The entrance would leave you to believe that it is a "hole in the wall" but once you go up the stairs there is a nice indoor and outdoor dining area. We sat outside and were quickly brought menus and asked if we wanted coffee drinks - our cafe lates were excellent. I ordered the signature Huevos Motulenos and my wife had the mole chilaquiles - both of our meals were delicious and portions were quite large so come with an appetite! Recomended!

In the Santiago market there are many places to explore, but none rival La Lupita in their…read moreworthiness for your tastebuds. It's loud, placed right in the middle of foot traffic, but for a special moment in time you can enjoy what may be the best taco in Merida. Maybe one of the best in Mexico. Specifically the lechon. The only problem with this place is if you have this too early in your trip all future Yucatecan dishes will be compared to it, but too late in your trip and you will always wonder if you should have come earlier so you could come back. My recommendation is to try it about 1/3 the way through your trip, not so early as to set an unfair standard but not so late to overhype it in your own head. Just a great taco at an amazing price and if you are only here for a few meals, this has to be one of them.

Inside the Mercado Santiago, a little gem well represents the delicious Yucateca food. We tried…read moredifferent kinds of tacos, and all of them were served with abundant, tasty, flavorful food. We had cochinita pibil, lechon, relleno negro and pipian. I recommend La Lupita for its food, prices, and generous portions. It is not the sexy restaurant where you are charged hundreds of dollars for the presentation, elegance, and valet parking, but at least they have authentic Comida Yucateca.

The bistec tacos are soooo good! The portion is quite ample. The order comes with two tacos and…read morefour tortillas. I had to eat some bistec before I could double up on the tortillas to actually pick it up. I actually tried the habanero salsa which is common for this area. Just a bit will add amazing flavor; just don't overdo it!!! We also ordered a side of beans which came with tortilla chips. Since the beans had chorizo I couldn't eat them. Hubby said they were amazing! Also amazing is the service. Our order came out very quickly and our waiter was fantastic. This is a relaxed restaurant that is quite clean. You can eat inside or outside.

Esta restaurante estate muy comodo para groupos largos or pequeños. Tambien los tacos estan…read moreriqisimos. Es un sitio donde comer los locales. La brisa afuera es encantadora, al igual que los artistas callejeros. Es un gran lugar para observar a la gente. Nuestro servicio fue fantástico.

Restaurante Villa Martiné is closed and replaced by an outstanding new restaurant called Viva…read moreMerida. It's located in the grand lobby of the Viva Merida boutique hotel, surrounded by 150 year old arabesque architecture and a roof which opens up to the night time stars and air when the weather is nice. Very attentively prepared food, one of our favorite Merida dining experiences. The portion sizes are moderate, which we prefer(quality over quantity), the flavors are well developed and the plating is visually pleasing like any finer restaurant. Full bar with a decent wine and beer list. Best of all, everyone was friendly and welcoming. Thank you Viva Merida.

Great too, wonderful ambience. Why so few customers. Please help keep this place open.. Good wine…read morelist by the way, and reasonably priced. There is a sorbet presented between courses. Yum.

I ate here with friends and we all became sick later that day. I could tell that my fries were…read morefried in dirty grease. I would not recommend.

This is a great locals spot, in a somewhat hidden place above the Hotel Arco. Menu consists of…read moreburgers, burritos, ribs, some Yucatecan classics, and lots of other choices. Food is very reasonably priced - Four of us came here for drinks and dinner. About a dozen drinks and 4 main course orders came to $1200 pesos (~$60 USD). Service was great too! Recommended!

I like to come here and sit at the bar and enjoy their 20 peso drinks and snacks. The mini torta…read morepibil and panuchos are some of my favorites. I've never had a sit down meal here but the the main dining area is very nice and there is another section that is open to the sky. Customers are a combination of locals and visitors. Bathrooms are clean and service is good.

The secret upstairs bar under the open skies makes this restaurant extra special. Its a platform…read morepatio built into shade trees with a thatched roof. It's enchanting at night watching the lighted towers of the old cathedral standing watch over the Merida night sky...sitting at a candle lit table with cool Yucatan breezes blowing. It's a far remove from the hustle and bustle of the narrow, crowded downtown streets and the lively plaza. I ordered a pumpkin seed-based salsa which was prepared table side in a stone vessel. My friend ordered the grilled fish with rice, pickled carrots, onions and sauces. Both were delicious. We also had nice drinks, red wine sangria, and beer. What was perhaps the best feature of the place is the excellent waitstaff who are bilingual, who are helpful with making you feel comfortable, who provide charming conversation and tips, and who are generally well trained in hospitality. Such a far cry from the dour and arrogant wait staff typically found in Washington DC restaurants. This is a good place for a quiet escape from the plaza crowd.