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    Restaurant Mole Del Rey

    4.5 (455 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Horchata with pepita -- smooth and refreshing
    Cesar C.

    I took my mom at her insisting that we try this place, and she was so right! Ok, not the prettiest on the outside and more OG in interior design, but what matters is the quality of the food by an experienced kitchen staff. By the way, I've tried mole in some of the best places in Mexico, and this comes very close! I decided to try a few different flavors over the familiar to see how that turned out. Outcome: I can't wait to go back and try something new and something familiar.

    Chilaquiles with steak
    Richie L.

    Excellent food! Chilaquiles with red sauce super tasty. The must try though is their cafe de olla! Only one drawback is the parking situation but they do they best they can. No street parking so uber there or park in the back

    R. M.

    stopped by Mole Del Rey after seeing it on TikTok and decided to give it a try, even though it's not in my usual area. I ordered the chilaquiles with potatoes, over-easy eggs, and a small portion of beans. We also got the mole with two over-easy eggs, beans, and potatoes. Unfortunately, both the eggs and potatoes are pulled from a warmer, so the beans came out cold and the potatoes were only slightly warm, still leaning toward cold. The chilaquiles were decent, with a sauce that had a nice flavor but could've used more spice for a real kick. The mole was definitely the highlight of the meal, rich, flavorful, and well-balanced. Portion sizes are on the smaller side, though. On the plus side, the restaurant is small, the service is great, and they're quick to get you in and out. Overall, it was a decent experience, but not something I'd go out of my way to drive for again.

    Diana Y.

    Great environment, good food, friendly staff. Service was great will definitely be going back.

    Flor de calabaza chilaquiles
    Vivi D.

    My go to breakfast spot! I always get their chilaquiles with their flor de calabaza sauce, so yummy! Their agua frescas and café de olla are amazing. It is a small place with fast service!

    Mollete de asada and enchiladas verdes

    Amazing service, food is flavorful, authentic Mexican food! The restaurant is small but has a patio on the side. Parking in the back of the restaurant but is very limited. We tried their molletes, enchiladas verdes & chilaquiles verdes! Delicious! Along with Cafe the olla which comes with one refill. And their agua fresca del día limonada de fresa.

    Mole de Fresa
    Veronica F.

    I love coming here the staff is nice and friendly. It gets busy during lunch or weekends. The food is delicious and always tastes fresh!

    Chilaquiles verdes y rojos

    First time coming here, was recommended by my friend and he did not disappoint, the place feels cozy and the service and food is amazing. I wish I would have known of this place earlier, I will definitely be coming back here.

    Empanadas I asked veggies only VEGAN
    Sand O.

    So many vegan options!! The rise the Aztec soup, which is the beans no cheese no cream you can make a lot of dishes. Vegan just say no cheese no cream.Or meats fish... point is I love this place !! 7 years I been coming here , I love eating here . And the prices are chill

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    This is such a hidden gem! Everything is so fresh and the coffee is to die for! The tortillas are made fresh and are sooooo good

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    The absolute BEST Aztec soup! Everything is great and fast service. Also , tons of mole options to select from.

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    9 months ago

    Food is amazing homemade cleanliness of the place. Service is okay can improve, but overall I totally recommend it!!

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    10 months ago

    Love coming here with my family every week. They have the best chilaquiles ever and horchata!

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    Everything went well. Food was excellent service and wait was short. Never disapoints.

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    11 months ago

    great lunch, very authentic. the service is great and always all if you want more. Also the whole ambience is super nice.

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    Excelente servicio y el mole y las tortillas a mano súper delicioso todo , claro que voy a volver .

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    Love this place!!! My favorite is huevos con queso panela! the staff are always welcoming and nice.

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