Castacán

A viral Roma Norte street stand serving Michoacán-style carnitas in tacos and famously giant gorditas, with red salsa and guacamole.

Casual Roma Norte taquería known for tender suadero, campechano, and longaniza tacos with bold house salsas. Quick, informal vibe with generous portions at accessible prices, good for groups and families.

Michelin-starred Roma Norte sidewalk operation with no sign, no menu, and four communal tables, where cooks freestyle dishes built on heirloom corn nixtamalized and ground in-house. Cash only, no reservations, opened by chef Jesús Salas Tornés in 2018.

Casual Mexican spot in La Romita known for chilaquiles, tortas ahogadas with carnitas, barbacoa tortas, and strong micheladas.