Chocolate Macondo was a wonderful visit after visiting the nearby Teotihuacan pyramids. Our tour…read moreguide took us to this chocolate shop, and we had a fun time, making chocolate and learning more about the craft. Chocolate Macondo is a chocolate shop in a small town near the Teotihuacan pyramids. There were plenty of tables for dine-in, as they have a large menu for drinks and eats. We had a table set up for our tour where we were able to learn how to make chocolate, just with the different cacao beans. All of the recipes for the chocolate drinks were used from ancient recipes. I chose a chocolate drink that was mostly made with cacao beans, vanilla and water and was able to have it served cold. It was delicious and the small option was large. You can also get any of the chocolate drinks hot. For their specialty chocolate drinks that use an old recipe, they have a pre-mix of the powder that you can take home, as well as cacao beans and chocolate bars. This was a fun place for dessert, especially as we were able to taste and learn more about the art of chocolate!

Amazing chocolate shop with drinks, coffee, and candy. Recommend stopping here after you see the…read morepyramids. Refreshing and relaxing to hangout at. Also get a chocolate bar before you go. Best chocolate I've had in my life probably. 100% pure cocoa, no added sugar.

Great experience food was good Service was great!…read moreDefinitely a great place to visit. The grasshoppers were a bit over priced at $36 a plate but they were pretty tasty. No regrets glad I tried them.

Given how tourist heavy this place is, I did not expect the food to be good. Thankfully I was…read morewrong! I ordered the mole poblano and was pleasantly surprised at how tender the chicken and well flavored the mole was. 100% would recommend! The pricing was also very reasonable considering how popular it is. I also tried the tepañito, which came with fresh guacamole, a side of mole, rice and beans. The carne asada was juicy and tender as well.

This place is a hidden gem--do not skip it…read more The restaurant itself is beautiful, with an amazing view, and from the moment we walked in, we felt completely at ease. Everything was spotless, welcoming, and thoughtfully done. It's owned and run by a local husband-and-wife team, and that personal care makes all the difference. We truly felt at home. Ernesto was incredible--knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure our entire family had a great experience. I speak Spanish, but he is also fluent in English, which made everything seamless. The food? Outstanding. My kids ordered the chicken tacos and finished every single bite. I had the tortilla soup, which was easily one of the best I've ever had--rich, comforting, and full of flavor. I also ordered a custom chicken breast stuffed with huitlacoche, and it was absolutely delicious and perfectly prepared. If you're looking for authentic food, excellent service, and a place that actually cares, this is it. Don't fall for the hype of the overcrowded tourist spots--this restaurant is the real deal. Perfect for families and anyone who appreciates amazing food made with heart. Este lugar es una verdadera joya escondida. El restaurante es hermoso, con una vista increíble, y desde el momento en que llegamos nos sentimos muy a gusto. Todo estaba impecable, el ambiente es cálido y acogedor, y la comida fue espectacular. El restaurante es atendido por un matrimonio local, y esa atención tan personal se nota de inmediato. Realmente nos hicieron sentir como en casa. Ernesto fue increíble: atento, conocedor del menú y siempre pendiente de que toda nuestra familia estuviera bien atendida. Hablo español, pero él también es completamente bilingüe en inglés, lo que hizo todo muy fácil. La comida fue extraordinaria. Mis hijos pidieron tacos de pollo y no dejaron absolutamente nada. Yo pedí la sopa de tortilla, y sin exagerar, es una de las mejores que he probado. También pedí una pechuga de pollo personalizada rellena de huitlacoche, y estaba deliciosa, perfectamente preparada y llena de sabor. Si buscan comida auténtica, excelente servicio y un lugar que realmente se preocupa por sus clientes, este es el sitio. No caigan en la fama de los restaurantes turísticos--este lugar es el verdadero tesoro. Ideal para familias y para quienes aprecian la buena comida hecha con corazón.

Hubby asked me to find good authentic Mexican food. Asked and answered. A family run restaurant…read morewith fresh and delicious food. So much food Nd can't believe we ate it all. There was no talk of to go boxes. It was all about trying to find room to eat it all. I wanted to try Nopales and the chef made me a special order of just that. We had Huitlacoche- mushroom corn. The place is so beautiful. The seating outside is so colorful and a wonderful breeze. Best is that we supported a local small business. Ernesto and his little son were wonderful. Amazing service with great recommendations. So accommodating to all our requests and bilingual to accommodate everyone in our group.

Just across the way from Teotihuacan this restaurant is located in a cave. It's quite unique and…read moreonce you enter the cave you'll see it's much cooler being protected from the heat. The prices are elevated as you could imagine for being in such a unique location. We just stopped for a snack and to experience the cave. So got 2 beers an americano, quesadilla and corn cakes with chicken. The quesadillas were made with a Mexican Oaxaca cheese instead the cheddar and Monterey Jack that's found in the states. So it was quite good. The corn cakes were sopes. I know what sopes are but I didn't know they they were translated into corn cakes. That's the problem with translating it into English. We got them with chicken they were also quite good. The corn cake base was tender, I'm used to them being hard and rubbery so it was nice to finally enjoy a sope. Service was prompt and friendly, there was a tablet with English which made it easy. The prices are high but it's the type of place that you go for the experience.

The food was decent, and for around $25 USD, it felt basic. You're mainly paying for the experience…read moreof dining inside a cave. The chilaquiles were bland and slightly warm. The vanilla pan dulce also tasted a little stale. On the other hand, the fruta mixta was fresh and one of the better parts of the meal. The setting is unique, which makes this place stand out. Eating inside a cave creates a cool atmosphere that you do not get at a typical restaurant. However, the food does not match the price point.

A very touristy restaurant outside the Tenon. Pyramid. It was clean, attractive, lots of help,…read moreprices were comparable to US prices but it's where they brought us. I had a cactus salad-fresh with mild flavor. *****(full disclosure) I DO NOT TRY THE CATCUS SALAD...I have had intestinal distress for days even with medication!

The direct view of the pyramid is hard to be. The food was good, the service prompt and friendly…read more Considering the location and view, the prices are quite reasonable.

The best mole I've ever had, very well worth finding the location. Service was perfectread more

This was a very nice, cozy restaurant just to the north of the Teotihuacan scenic area. When we…read morearrived, there were no other diners inside the restaurant, which was a bit concerning. The entire place appeared to be run by abuelas who were very welcoming and accomodating. I do not believe any of them spoke a lick of English, but I got by easily with my limited Spanish. In total, we ordered: carne a la tampiqueña, carne asada, and mole rojo con pollo. Both the steaks were a bit overdone, but still very tasty. The salsa verde provided to us paired deliciously with the carne. The mole (my order) was also very good. I was worried the mole may be too bitter for my liking, but it was the perfect level of spicy, bitter, and sweet. The chocolate flavors really came through which I really liked. Overall, everyone enjoyed their meals and it was very cheap to boot!

After our sunrise hot air balloon ride over Teotihuacan, our group dropped us off at El Jaguar for…read morea breakfast buffet. It seemed to be a popular spot for tourist groups because it is a really spacious restaurant with lots of seating. The highlight of the meal were two female dancers, doing traditional Mexican dances. They were so talented and it added a festive touch. The food was pretty unmemorable, but it had something for everyone. There was hot steam trays with eggs, chilaquiles, cafe de olla, lots of fruit, cereals, juices, breads.

Included with the Tour of the Pyramid of the Sun we purchased, was having lunch here. I'm glad it…read morewas nearby, too! This is a spacious restaurant equipped to serve many of the tourists visiting the Pyramids! The interior was simple and sparsely decorated. However, walking to the courtyard/patio area, it was well groomed. I liked the pool with a pyramid waterfall above it, flowing into the pool. The restrooms are located out in this area. We had a wide array of foods during the buffet lunch. There were so many different savory & sweet options, I couldn't even try a little of everything! So sad!! There was soup, fruits, salads, desserts, and all sorts of meat & veggie dishes. A nice smorgasbord!! Our server asked if we wanted something to drink, so we got bottled water and a bottle of soda. We were really thirsty after hiking to the top of the Pyramid! We later found out that those beverages were not included in our lunch with the tour. Hmmm! They had this coffee (which was included) and it was really delicious! It looked like it might have had Chocolate & Cinnamon in it, but I'm not entirely positive about that! It definitely was coffee and not hot chocolate. I enjoyed the fresh quesadillas made on the spot. Due to the language barrier, I couldn't understand what the fillings were. I found a person who could speak a little English and he tried to explain to me what they were. I would have tried each of them had I still been hungry. Unfortunately, I decided to get these tacos after I had tried a little of almost everything else! During our lunch, we were entertained by a couple of dancers and a mariachi band! It was a nice addition to the ambiance!

After visiting the pyramids, we stopped in to this gem from a recommendation from our friend,…read moreGiovanni. When I looked it up on Yelp it showed only two stars, which made me temporarily doubt the choice, but we trusted our Guide and ordered some lunch. Our waiter was very friendly, giving his opinion to the menu, which I always appreciate. We took his advice and ordered the exact meal. What a treat!!! Absolutely fabulous! In addition, we also ordered cappuccinos and guacamole. We sat outside in their large patio area with fresh flowers on each table, a nice breeze and beautiful music playing. What a lovely way to end our fast trip to Mexico City. Five stars and beyond! Highly recommend.

One of the worst Mexican restaurant ever. It is next to Teotihuacán so it is understandable that…read moreprices will be higher but at least serve something good. The only reason we were there is because the buffet next door was bussing and full. And then this place was dead so we have no choice to get lunch here. Tostada sample taste like nothing. My carne asada was cold and taste like nothing also. There are live entertainment like singing and dancing but I am not here for a show. If this place is in the US it would be 2 star but since this is Mexico. 1 star. $180 for some mid carne asada btw.

A fun lunch spot to visit after walking around the ruins and pyramids of Teotihuacan…read more A group of us were excited to try this place given the location and recommendations. We didn't have reservations, but they are quick to accommodate and get you in. It's a bit of a walk down the stairs leading into the cave, but the descent is interesting. They have many servers available and QR code menus with free wifi available. They provide you with chips and two salsas while you wait for your food and drinks. Most servers speak English, which is needed for all the tourists that dine there. The drinks were delicious, pricey, and fun. I got the chapulín margarita, which reminded me of a Bloody Mary. You have to try it at least once. Although, I did like the other drinks more, such as the Jamaica Margarita. The food was tasty and well portioned. I recommend trying their underground oven meals like the birria de borrego (mutton) and mixiote. They give you fresh tortillas and more salsa to accompany the food with. Finally, the servers tell a folklore about the cave origins and give your party a candle to place on one of the cave walls. A really nice touch to the end of the meal. This is the place to check out when im Teotihuacan. You pay for the experience, but it is unforgettable.

Had an absolutely fantastic experience getting to visit the cave after going to the pyramids. I did…read morenot have a reservation but only had to wait about 20 minutes which was nothing considering it was packed. Memorable dining experience that I will always remember.

Our tour stopped here for the buffet and it was delicious. The food was fresh and it didn't feel…read moreheavy. They make fresh tortillas. The buffet had soups, salad, plenty of main dishes and a smart choice healthier dessert bar. I love the chicken and veggies and the spinach salad was delicious. Beverages are not included and there is also an ala cart menu. Singing and dancing were a part of the dining experience. We booked ahead. Please come and create your own adventure.

Was there as part of a tour group (Amigo Tours) with no alternative options, this restaurant was,…read morefrankly, a disappointment from start to finish. The back half of the property was dedicated to a gift shop hawking the same trinkets you'll find at every street vendor outside, just with inflated prices and the pretense of being "made by their own artisans." Don't be fooled. The food was bland and forgettable, exactly what you'd expect when a restaurant knows its customers have nowhere else to go. For the price charged, it's borderline offensive. Service matched the food: disorganized waitstaff, repeated requests ignored, and a wait for the check that felt longer than the meal itself. To top it off, the staff sternly demanding for cash tips, a bold move for service that was lackluster. The atmosphere wasn't any better. Music blared at uncomfortable levels, and unsolicited performers circulated the room with an outstretched hand, expecting tips for the unprompted entertainment. My advice: do not book with Amigo Tours. And if you find yourself stuck on a tour to this restaurant anyway, bring your own snacks and plan to eat somewhere else. Also worth noting, far too much time was wasted here between the gift shop and the restaurant when that time could have been spent actually seeing the sights we came for.