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Croque Madame was delicious- one of the best breakfasts I've ever had but they have some operational issues that kept me from giving 5 stars. They don't offer glasses of Prosecco (only bottle) even though they offer glasses of mimosa, the food took varying amounts of time, and the wait staff seemed quite stressed a lot of the time. Felt bad like they were having a tough time. Food was very good though. Would highly recommend going!
Lalo is a highly recommended place across the board. While the food and service is great I had to give it four starts because it's simply wasn't stellar. I have to admit I think this place is more of a "tourist" attraction - don't get me wrong there are plenty of locals however, the food is good not anything too special about it. I do think you are able to find better option elsewhere. The service was excellent and all staff was very attentive and kind! The chilaquiles were just okay, nothing special, a little too tart for my taste - I would've loved something spicier. The coffee was excellent and the almond croissant was great! I would definitely go back and perhaps try something different.
Recientemente tuve el placer de desayunar en Lalo, ubicado en el barrio Roma Norte, y fue simplemente fantástico. Desde el momento en que llegué, me recibieron con una sonrisa, lo que estableció un ambiente acogedor para comenzar el día. El área de comedor al aire libre es encantadora y perfecta para disfrutar de una comida al fresco. Comencé mi día con un delicioso latte, que fue el acompañante ideal para mi desayuno. Opté por los esponjosos pancakes y el tocino, y todo estaba absolutamente delicioso. También no pude resistir probar el pan dulce, que fue una adición encantadora a mi comida. Mi mesera fue extremadamente atenta y servicial, lo que hizo que la experiencia fuera aún mejor. ¡Fue genial practicar mi español con ella, añadiendo un toque personal a mi visita! ¿La mejor parte? La comida fue muy asequible, y dejé feliz una propina del 20% por el excelente servicio. Si estás en la Ciudad de México, ¡Lalo es una visita obligada para disfrutar de un delicioso desayuno!
This place was so good I ate here TWICE while in CDMX. some of the best pasta I've ever had was this wagyu steak pasta. Chilaquiles were great too but the bacon was pretty pricey (it was extra). This place is a little bit more pricey compared to others but given the quality of food it's honestly great. Staff is friendly, and we never waited long for a seat (no more than 20 min). You can eat indoors or outdoors, the are is nice. You can come casual but it is more on the slightly upscale side.
BEST FRENCH TOAST EVER !!! All of their savory dishes are well balanced in flavor. The pastries were really good as well. But the French toast was to die for - crisp exterior and super fluffy and light interior. If you only get one thing - try the French toast! (Unless you aren't a sweets person)
Wow! This is one of the my favorite breakfast places I have ever been to in the world. Chilaquiles are my favorite Mexican breakfast. Lalo has my favorite Chilaquiles, so this is one of the best breakfasts that I have ever had. The green sauce is amazing! That was my favorite green sauce ever. The spice is on the mild to moderate level. But the flavors were bursting. I sopped up the extra sauce with a tortilla after finishing the dish. Then I bought a liter of the green sauce to take home. I can't get enough of it! The scrambled eggs with escamoles was different.... When I looked it up I found that it was an insect product. That was my fault, I am not a big fan of eating insects. I know that it is a local custom so I will not really have a review of this dish. The croissant was just OK for me. I think it was a bit over done. I don't think I would order this again. The flat white and cappuccino were fresh and delicious. They are not overly sweet but that is how I like my coffee drinks. The late art was a nice touch. Overall this is a definite five star because the Chilaquiles with green sauce and fried egg was one of the best breakfast dishes of my life!
Incredible service. Tasty menu. Chill vibes. Breakfast Sandwich - 5/5 Chicken Tamale - 5/5 I've eaten here a few times, and it never disappoints. The entire menu is delicious. I've yet to try their Chilaquiles...it's always sold out when I arrive. The breakfast sandwich was delicious. The tamales were amazing. Servers are super friendly and helpful.
Believe the hype! This place has the best breakfast in Roma Norte. The scrambled eggs with cotija cheese and Chorizo were perfectly seasoned and came with a side of Avocado. The staff are also very friendly and can communicate in English if needed. Our drinks (fresh squeezed OJ + chai with oat milk) were also perfect. Don't think twice about visiting Lalo - just do it!
3 years ago
This is a great brunch spot if you go to CDMX. I do recommend going to it earlier in the morning before it gets packed. They have a good amount of outdoor sitting and from what I saw most people sat outdoors. They were very busy when I went. I tried their chilaquiles and they were good. However my favorite has to be the concha de chocolate. It was the best concha I have ever had (and I have had many). I only gave it 4 stars because the bathroom was clogged up. read more
4 years ago
Wow!! When in Mexico City, this place is a must!! It is dia de los muertos time of year, the dead bread is everywhere and especially good here!! The chilaquiles were good but the French toast was something special!! The service was good and they handled our lack of the language with kindness. Don't leave Mexico City without trying the French toast!!! read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
One of my favourite spots for breakfast, lunch or brunch! I've been coming here for years and they have consistently delivered excellence....in my humble opinion. read more
4 years ago
3 years ago
Had a wonderful breakfast at Lalo! On my final day in CDMX. Delicious food. Tasty breads and dishes. Friendly owner/manager and staff. Highly recommend. read more
Absolutely delicious! Came here for brunch on Saturday and it was definitely bustling! Fortunately we only had to wait 15 min or so and were serenaded by a small band out front during that time. We were seated at a communal table and immediately the waiter came around with a full tray of pastries for us to choose some! We tried the almond croissant, lemon cream filled pastry and maple pecan bun. They were all so delicious!!! For breakfast I tried the huevos with chorizo and French toast. They were both delicious and the French toast really blew us away! It was rich and decadent and the whipped cream on top was amazing. I also tried the green juice which was very refreshing! I loved the vibrant atmosphere and delicious food. The meal for 5 came out to just $60 which was another plus. Definitely check out this gem when visiting Mexico City! read more
4 years ago
Cute little restaurant with a large communal table inside. I went solo, and it was quite nice to sit at the communal table since I got to meet some new people. It's very popular, so expect a bit of a wait. I really enjoyed my huevos rancheros and French toast. Everything was delicious! The outdoor area has great ambience too. read more
My friend had passed this spot last time she was here in Mexico City and really wanted to come back. Disclaimer: I'm not a huge breakfast fan but she is. Really cute space, bright and colorful. Makes you in a good mood right off the bat. We walked in and got a table right away on a weekday morning. There's always one staff member who speaks English, so it was easy enough for us gringos. My friend loved her huevos rancheros, which I thought was better than the huevos quitlacoche. Thought it'd be more flavorful than it was, but alas. Coconut milk available no soy milk. Takes CC! read more
4 years ago
enjoyed it. staff is friendly. The pizza was pretty good. The Cacho a Pepe with truffles is pretty delicious. The cocktails weren't bad either. Great value. read more
2 years ago
No wait for a Wednesday morning. Since there was no porchetta at Maximo's my bf decided to try the sister restaurant. A lady comes around with baked goods. We got guava scone- crispy, just sweet enough a must try. For our meals we got: Chilaquiles Verdes with eggs, cream and avocado- a little spicy but all the ingredients went well together to deliver a flavorful dish. Also came w a tummy side bean dish. Lechon tacos- the lechon wasn't dry, came w a side of chili and corn tortillas. Another great dish that made up for no porchetta at Maximo's. Lalo's is a solid choice for breakfast. It was so good we ordered torta lechon to go. Give it a try you won't be disappointed. read more
7 years ago
I was drawn initially to Lalo due to it's cute murals on the wall. The colors are so bright and the animals painted on the wall are so cute! We arrived before 1 PM and the servers let us know that the kitchen was closing soon. We ordered the acai bowl as an appetizer. It arrived with an icy smoothie with papaya, granola, almonds, and strawberries on top. The granola was sweet and delicious and the smoothie ice cold. Refreshing! I quickly ordered the croque madame and my friend ordered the chilaquiles. I hate beans, so I was happy to see that the beans were served on the side of the chilaquiles. The chilaquiles were crispy and the salsa verde was bright and delicious. I requested that my croque madame have eggs served over hard. I ate the whole thing in five minutes! The service was attentive. I probably wouldn't return because there are so many other places in Roma Norte to try but this place was cute and the food was quality! read more
7 years ago
Lalo was the best brunch place we ate in the city. The restaurant was crowded on a Friday mid morning and had decor that was very vibrant and fun. Start off with some cappuccinos, which were surprisingly good and not too milky. You must get their chilaquiles. It was the best chilaquiles I've had yet. It's also a very large portion so it's great for sharing! The pancakes are also a must order, especially with a group. It can be easily shared as a side dish and they were so incredibly fluffy, soft, and flavorful. I haven't had anything like it before. Their huevos rancheros are also very good. read more
8 years ago
I ordered the huevos con chile chilaca and a cappuccino. The huevos con chile chilaca was absolutely delicious and the perfect amount of food for brunch. It came with two runny eggs on top a layer of black beans and something that looked like salsa verde and caramelized onions. Cappuccino was good -- nothing out of the ordinary. There was no wait when I came (around 9:30 am on a Saturday, which is on the early side for Mexicans and brunch!). Lots of foreigners with suitcases, though some locals! They had some artisanal things for purchase at the back of the restaurant (ceramics, baskets, salt for mezcal, etc). These were a bit pricey though -- I don't know how they compare to market-value. read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
Meh. After a rather lackluster huevos rancheros and watery beans, I would say two stars is purely for the atmosphere. Huevos Rancheros ($7.50 USD). It's about 8 bites of food. Tastes ok, if you want a light breakfast, but that is not at all at the heart of what a "cowboy breakfast" is. I'll read the reviews for recommended menu items and see if I can bump it to four stars. read more
8 years ago
Great place for breakfast; excellent food, excellent pastries and coffee. We visited from the US; a must visit for breakfast/brunch. Cute place and great service. Had the chilaquilles and mascarpone toast. Both dishes were really good and well done. I only wish I could've ate more food... read more
8 years ago
Our new go to spot for breakfast! There are so many places to eat in the Condesa/Roma area where we live while in CDMX, but Lalo has won us over. They have a menu with something for everyone, their chilaquiles are to die for. Chef Eduardo Garcia's sister restaurant across the street from Maximo Bistrot has got it going on! The service is great, the food is fresh and the place is charming. I love that you can watch everything being cooked as well as the prep. for Maximo if you watch the back of the kitchen. Garcia has a fine oiled machine, it is a pleasure to experience in every way. read more
5 years ago
Good food, good vibes, great service! We got the pancakes, toast de aguacate and chilaquiles and everything was delicious! read more
The cerviche was delicious. It was freah wIth crisp blue tortillas and made a great start to our lunch. We followed it with pasta carbonara served on rigatoni for me and spaghetti for Oskar. It was creamy and perfectly cooked. The room is simple and colorful and makes a great spot for a meal that feels relaxed and a touch elegant. read more
2 years ago
5 years ago
Got the green smoothie and the huevos revueltos con chorizo. It came with tortillas and a side of bean soup. More than I need but it was super delicious! read more
5 years ago
5 years ago
I ordered the avocado toast which was good and a decent sized portion. Attentive service. I was visiting but it seemed like there were plenty of locals. I was entertained watching the people and the dogs. Definitely recommend. I hope to have the opportunity to go back. read more
8 years ago
Lalo! is such a gem. My friends came into town to visit and we went straight here once they landed. we ordered the calamari to start off with and it was the freshest tasting calamari we had ever had. Will be back to try many more things on the menu. The staff was very attentive and the restroom was clean. The wall dry is unique and adds so much character to the quaint ambiance. *not pictured is the chocolate filled cookie type dessert we came across near the register while paying-highly recommend!* read more
Adorable communal cafe/restaurant in Roma Norte! The menu is large and offers many delectable options. I really enjoyed my French toast and hot chocolate. My friends order mimosas and really enjoyed them for the fresh orange juice. Great place to grab breakfast! read more
7 years ago
This is the cutest restaurant/cafe place ever. Very cozy vibes with some individual and community tables.The decor from its long mural with cute animals and the design of plates/cups are very hip and aesthetically pleasing. They serve great coffee and have a huge variety of food choices. I personally was craving some fresh fruit so I ordered the açaí bowl and was not disappointed! We also got the chilaquiles and French toast which were amazing (so tasty that my family members dug in before I got a good pic lol) read more
9 years ago
Items Selected: House Coffee Vanilla Concha Guava Cheese Kouign Amann Apple Cinnamon Roll Chilaquiles Rojo Side of Beans Croque Madame French Toast with Blueberries and Cream Baked Ancient Grain Pancake with Nuts and Apples Originally omitted from the dining agenda as an intentional effort to not over-plan mornings, it was on the recommendation of a couple at Rosetta that Eduardo Garcia's casual Lalo! was slotted in for breakfast on Friday in Mexico City, the experience at Maximo Bistrot a good one, if not perfect, though the Chef's command of French influenced Mexican Cuisine was obvious. Featuring a lengthy and open design just down the way from its more formal sibling, the earliest hours generally seeing the cartoon decorated space playing American iHeartRadio hits empty save for a few diners and servers setting up for the day, it was at a tight two-top towards the interior end of a long communal table that seating was allocated just past eight o'clock in the morning, the House-blend Coffee quickly poured by one man just before another arrived with a selection of Pastries and Breads. No doubt a joyful space, an all-female team in the kitchen seen hand-extruding pastas and placing baked good on racks as the front of house greeted a few grab n' go diners with a handful of items up front, it was with three Pastries including a Concha that far outperformed the average by way of its Brioche-like base and poignant top-notes of Vanilla that the meal got started, both the Kouign Amann stuffed with Guava and Cream Cheese as well as the Cinnamon roll that ate like an Apple Fritter topping anything found at Ideal, De Silva, El Cardinale or Suiza for best breakfast Pastries thus far on the trip. Unfortunately turned off to Huevos Rancheros by the disaster at El Cardinale a few days prior, the version at Lalo! apparently highly recommended according to staff, it was instead with a plate of Chilaquiles in Red Sauce that the Mexican part of the meal ensued, the over-easy Eggs well-cooked with Yolks runny and whites springy over a pile of crispy housemade Tortillas atop shredded Chicken and fresh Avocados plus Sour Cream that was so light it seemed to have been dispensed from an ISI container charged with nitrogen. Quite fond of the tender Black Beans served on the side, the flavors of Citrus and Cilantro both prominent on the palate, rumors of Garcia's team producing a Croque Madame that rivals any in France were immediately confirmed by two crispy slices of Brioche sandwiched around a pile of Ham and Cheese beneath an organic Egg intentionally left runny plus freshly made Bearnaise Sauce. Acknowledging that some over-ordering had occurred, both the portions and richness of the food underestimated thanks to the low cost, 'dessert' at Breakfast entailed the same French Toast served at Maximo Bistrot topped in a quenelle of Whip instead of Ice Cream, the custard-laden center once again soft and moist despite an exterior that had cooked up golden while the baked Ancient Grain Pancake existed somewhere between a bowl of Oatmeal and a Souffle in terms of texture with apples adding just enough sweetness to make Syrup or additional toppings unnecessary. read more
9 years ago
Excellent breakfast in a super cute place. I had the chiliquiles in salsa verde, a liquado rosa (berries, banana, and orange smoothie) and a double americano (tasted like a strong drip but better). Highly recommended. read more
6 years ago
Came here during a trip to Mexico City. Pretty standard brunch spot! Ordered an omelette and it hit the spot. Wasn't SUPER amazing, but def good. I do wish I tried the pastries though. Fast service to! read more
7 years ago
Coming highly recommended, I made sure that I would take a worthy trip to Lalo! Famous for their chilaquiles con huevos, I made sure that was one of the first things I ordered. Very flavorful, and a fantastic example of what chilaquiles should be. The pancakes were also very good and moist, and the jam on top was a lovely addition. Arriving on a Saturday at 11:00, it was incredibly busy, but the wait was not too long. Service was slow, but understandable with the large amount of people, especially the multiples somewhat squeezed onto the center picnic table. While waiting for your food, waiters come around and offer a small selection of pastries. I tried the chocolate pistachio roll--very tasty and not overly sweet, and a good size for one person. However, though very tasty and the pistachios were a delicious addition, the roll pales in comparison to those tried before at Panaderia Rosetta. As a whole, I really enjoyed my experience at Lalo! The chilaquiles are definitely worth the hype, and the pancakes were quite nice, too. read more
7 years ago
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Calle Zacatecas 173
Col. Roma
06700 Cuidad de Mexico, CDMX
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Roma Norte
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