I avoided this place because I figured it was an overpriced tourist trap (being right on the…read moresquare, but tbh, the ice cream at the food carts around the square was just not good (IMO), and I tried the two that were always there and different flavors. So I decided to try Dolphy. To my surprise, the price was about the same and it tasted much better than the food carts. So I went back a few times. Yeah, as some of the other reviews pointed out, the service wasn't super friendly, but whatever. The ice cream is good and the price is right.

When I was in San Miguel I had a stomach parasite I picked up at a seriously shady taco stand in…read moreMexico City (like, the kind they earn you not to go to but being cocky about being Mexican I didn't listen to the advice I'd have given someone else, and there I was, sick). I still wasn't diagnosed or treated when I got here so I wasn't able to handle much food - soooooo my diet in San Miguel was, for the most of it, lime popsicles from Helados Dolphy (you'd be surprised how your stomach can handle lime popsicles when sick). They were tasty, refreshing, and I felt ok eating them. Now I have serious memories and attachment to lime popsicles even years later - strange nostalgia, huh? But I'd definitely recommend grabbing some here.

Tamarindo and mango ice…read more Delicious Very inexpensive. $1. Enjoying all the places the locals go to in this town Then we drive to magic town of Bernal with giant monolith rock. We drank wine at an amazing hotel with views of the rock We ate mushroom gorditas there too. Then We went back to Querétaro to a restaurant with amazing view of entire city

El Centro is an eclectic mix of places that showcase the modern and the avant-garde, and places…read morethat respect history and tradition. Nevería Galy falls under the latter category. They only sell 2 things here: mantecado and nieve de limón. Both are excellent and have been made the same way since they opened decades ago. They both are delicious examples of tradition and why Mexican gastronomy is full of magic in every little bite. The mantecado is nutty, sweet, fruity, and has a great creamy and buttery texture. The nieve is just as amazing, the natural acidity and sweetness of the key lime comes through in a wonderful way, and is a great treat to stay fresh in the hot Queretaran summers. You can also add coke, sparkling water, or red wine to the nieves to make it into a float. This is another favorite of mine. I never leave Querétaro without going to this place at least once. I'll keep coming back as long as they remain open, hopefully for another 40 years and more!

Got the mango and mandarin sorbet. Loved it. This is a little hidden cart on the corner so keep an…read moreeye out.

Fresh, tasty, traditional ice cream made the typical Mexican way. A can't miss if you're around San…read moreMiguel. We had mango, cookies and cream and guanabana, although there are more adventurous flavors.

La Vienesa has the distinction of being the city's oldest bakery that still stands in the heart of…read moreel Centro. This is a typical Panadería of yore offering tradicional Mexican pastries, or pan dulce as it is called, many of which are rare to find nowadays, such as Alamares, Ladrillos, and other pastries that are such a delight to see. Even if the pan dulce here is not the highest quality or the best you'll ever have, there is a charm to visiting a bakery that has lasted for nearly a century. You'll find locals that have been coming here for generations, still munching on Pasteladas, Gendarmes, and Conchas. Breakfast is also served in the back of the bakery at a very affordable price if you are a frugal local or tourist. Whether you live here or are just visiting, this is a place to know when in Querétaro, at least it will serve as an edible souvenir that you'll devour the minute you step out of their doors.

You can find these ice cream carts all over San Miguel! The ice cream is stored in stainless steel…read morecanisters on ice so no refrigeration is needed throughout the day! During my stay I was able to try the ferrero rocher and queso flavors. I loved the ferrero rocher which was super rich and full of actual chocolate pieces. The queso was an unusual pick but I was interested in what it would taste like. It wasn't savory or very cheesy but it similar to sweet cream with a bit of saltiness and texture that you would expect if you mixed mozzarella into ice cream. Really interesting! The part is that it's only about $2 for a scoop and it makes for the perfect treat!

They have such a wide variety of options in such a small, quaint space! We had such a hard time…read morechoosing between traditional pan dulce flavors or something new and unique! Going with the pineapple pastry, we thought the flavors were very good: perfect amount of sweetness and a fresh tasty pineapple filling. However, the dough seemed a little undercooked and there wasn't enough filling for the amount of dough. Otherwise, the experience of picking your dessert is so fun and this spot is a great example of a panaderia with homemade baked goods! The service is helpful and quick so I would recommend stopping by to see what catches your eye!

La Colmena has an incredible selection of pastries and bread--I didn't even know where to start…read morebecause everything looked so delicious! After much debate, I decided to go with the pan dulce to share with my sister as a dessert after our meal, and I'm so glad I did. Not only was the pan dulce absolutely delicious, but the kindness of the owners made the experience even more special. It was only 13 pesos, but we only had a 500-peso bill, so they generously gave it to us for free. We felt bad, so we gave them $1 USD as a small thank-you, but their generosity truly stood out. Pan Dulce itself - It was perfect--the custard filling wasn't overly sweet and had a slightly gelatinous texture that I really enjoyed. The outside was super crispy, and the sugar coating added just the right amount of sweetness. It was the perfect treat to end our lunch! Between the amazing pastries and the wonderful hospitality, I would absolutely come back and recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic and delicious pan dulce.

When you are hungry... used most of your money from last night´s barhopping... Or if you want…read moresomething that is fast, cheap and YUM, go to EMPANADAS D LORETO!!! They have a wide variety of flavours, from the traditional ham and cheese to the Mexican flavoured Chorizo and Cheese and Mole. They are 1 dollar each, so you can have 2 and be full. They have this great cinnamon flavoured cafe de olla, so if you can, definitely go to this place and have a full tummy with just 3 bucks!!! It´s worth it.

Could not find it in July 2018. I was disappointed. Correct me if I'm wrong but i think it is no…read morelonger there. If it exists, I'll take down this review.

Located on a busy street corner on the edge of downtown, it offers paletas and scooped ice cream…read more There's a bunch of there types of stores, and the prices vary by a few pesos, and this location is of the higher price than one half a block down. I only got a lemon paleta...it was fine by all standards.