El Cardenal

El Cardenal is a Mexican restaurant in Mexico City (Centro Histórico de la Ciudad de México), $$; open Mon–Sun 08:00–18:30.

Iconic for breakfast and classic Mexican fare, El Cardenal is a family-friendly institution with legendary pastries and hot chocolate. El Cardenal is an iconic institution in Mexico City, beloved for its classic Mexican cuisine and warm, family-friendly atmosphere. Renowned for its breakfast, especially the freshly baked sweet bread and table-side hot chocolate, it draws crowds from early morning through dinner. The menu highlights traditional favorites like chiles en nogada, enchiladas, and seasonal specialties, all served with attentive, professional service. Expect a bustling, convivial setting where the wait is always worth it.

City
Mexico City
Country
MX
Currency
MXN
Address
Calle Palma 23 Cuauhtémoc, C. de la Palma 23, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico, Mexico City, MX
Cuisine
Mexican
Phone
+52 55 5521 3080
Neighbourhood
Centro Histórico de la Ciudad de México
Price band
$$
Timezone
America/Mexico_City
Booking
none
Status
operating
Not published
booking
Coordinates
19.433705, -99.135346

Hours

Monday
08:00–18:30
Tuesday
08:00–18:30
Wednesday
08:00–18:30
Thursday
08:00–18:30
Friday
08:00–18:30
Saturday
08:00–18:30
Sunday
08:00–18:30

Attributes

Vibe
family-friendly, traditional, bustling
Good for
groups, family
Not good for
sports-watching
Feature
serves-alcohol, outdoor-seating, live-music, cocktails, wine-list, beer, coffee, desserts, reservations, takeout, kids-menu
Meal period
breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner
Cuisine
mexican
Dietary
vegetarian
Accessibility
wheelchair-accessible, accessible-restroom

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