El Califa de León

El Califa de León

San Rafael$$
Mexican
4.1Rating
8.2BestCDMX Score

About

Casual Dining

A small taqueria known for its high-quality meats, signature gaonera tacos, and pork ribs. Offers a refined take on traditional Mexican street food with Michelin recognition.

Meals Served

Lunch
Dinner
Late night

Atmosphere

Casual

Signature Dishes

Gaonera Tacos

Pork Ribs

Chuleta

Local Tips

  • Arrive before 6pm on weekends to avoid longest waits, bring cash, and try the gaonera tacos and pork ribs

Reviews

8.2

Strong performance in food quality and value, pricier than regular taco stands given its recent Michelin star rating

8.8Food
8Service
7.8Atmosphere
8.2Value
6.5Accessibility

Scoring based on weighted 10-point system for Mexico City restaurants, combining expert reviews, general feedback, and more

4.1
3,155 reviews
Last Updated: January 14, 2025

Hours

Smart Visit

Visit weekdays before 1pm for shortest wait times

Peak Hours

"Weekends 2pm-7pm; Friday nights 6pm-9pm"

Quiet Hours

"Weekdays 11am-1pm; Late nights after 11pm"

Opening Hours

Monday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Thursday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Friday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Today
Saturday
11:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Sunday11:00 AM - 2:00 AM

Location

Address

Av. Ribera de San Cosme 56, San Rafael, Cuauhtémoc

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