11 Amazing Bakeries and Coffee Shops in Mexico City
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Mexico City is massive—like, did you know it’s actually the largest city in North America? With that kind of size comes endless amazing spots to eat, drink, and explore… but let’s be real, a girl can only hit so many coffee shops and bakeries with just 4 days in Mexico City!
Still, I have to say, I was seriously impressed with the ones we made it to. Whether we were starting our morning with a flaky pastry or taking an afternoon coffee break between exploring neighborhoods, these bakeries and coffee shops in Mexico City totally hit the mark!
I’ll note which areas you can find each one in and what we were up to nearby—because let’s be honest, planning your coffee stops around your adventures is part of the fun!
Must Visit Coffee Shops in Mexico City
1. Finca Don Porfirio – Historic Center
If you’re going to have just one coffee in Mexico City, this might need to be the one. Finca Don Porfirio is tucked inside the Sears building (yep, like the department store), and it has the most stunning view of Palacio de Bellas Artes—honestly, it feels like a little secret spot.
There’s limited seating, but our group of four got seating with no wait when we went kind of early in the day. By the time we left, though, the line had started to build—so definitely aim to go earlier if you can. They serve some small bites and flavored coffee drinks (which surprisingly weren’t super common at other cafes we tried), and my cappuccino here ended up being one of my favorites from the whole trip. So worth a stop!
2. Café Quintales – Historic Center
This place has such a chill, local vibe and is super budget-friendly for specialty coffee. Café Quintales is one of those spots that feels like a neighborhood favorite—regulars were chatting it up, hyping the place, and honestly? They weren’t wrong.
We grabbed pastries and an empanada from Pastelería Ideal (don’t worry, it’s coming up later on the list) and they were sweet enough to let us hang out and enjoy everything there. It’s simple, cozy, and just feels like a slice of everyday CDMX.
3. El Callejón Café – Historic Center
Okay, so I know I already said Finca Don Porfirio was a fave—but this one is tied. El Callejón Café is a tiny spot with big flavor. I went for a vanilla caramel iced latte and I’m still thinking about it. It was just so good—sweet but not too sweet, creamy, and refreshing.
The shop is cute and worth a peek inside, but we were on the go, so we grabbed our drinks to take with us while exploring more of the historic district. If you’re planning to wander around the area, it’s a perfect little pick-me-up!
4. Quentin Café – Roma Norte + Condesa
You’ll see a few Quentin Café locations scattered around the Roma Norte and Condesa areas, and it’s definitely one of the more popular coffee shops in Mexico City. They don’t do flavors here—but honestly? They don’t need to. The coffee is that good. I just added a little brown sugar to my cappuccino and was completely content.
They’ve got a few pastries and quiches too if you need a snack, and while the shop is on the smaller side, it’s perfect for a chill sit-down or quick grab-and-go. We stopped by after our hot air balloon ride, completely wiped out and in desperate need of caffeine—and Quentin totally came through for us.
5. Constela Café – Roma Norte
Constela Café is a stylish, modern spot that totally fits the Roma Norte vibe. The menu looked amazing (definitely want to go back and try more), but we just grabbed cappuccinos to take with us. Like a lot of coffee shops in CDMX, they don’t do flavored drinks, but a little sugar added in? Perfection.
If you stay for a bit, I highly recommend sitting outside—there’s a nice breeze and it’s way more comfortable than the inside, which gets pretty warm with all the windows. Definitely one of the prettiest cafés we stopped by!
6. Hule – Condesa
Hule is such a cozy little gem in Condesa and it totally gives off “cool neighborhood spot” energy. It’s not just about coffee here—they also mix in a love for music, with a vinyl selection and a relaxed vibe that makes it easy to just hang out.
There’s both indoor and outdoor seating, but we sat outside and it was perfect in the morning. Along with coffee, they’ve got a small but solid food menu—think breakfast burritos and lox bagels. If you’re exploring Condesa and looking for a chill place to sip and snack, this is a great pick!
7. Kahwen Café – Coyoacán
This cute little café is right near the Frida Kahlo Museum, so it was a no-brainer stop for us. Kahwen Café has some of the most unique cold brews I’ve ever seen—like their “Diego” and “Frida” brews that are made with things like fermented guava (!!!). Unfortunately, they were out when we went, but my cappuccino totally hit the spot.
No flavored syrups here either, but again—some brown sugar and it was so tasty. I know it’s very American of me to always want a flavored latte, but Mexico City coffee is slowly converting me with how rich and smooth it is on its own.
Bakeries in Mexico City
8. Panadería Rosetta – Roma Norte
Okay, I’m still dreaming about this place. Panadería Rosetta is one of the most beautiful bakeries in Mexico City—and totally lives up to the hype. We went early to beat the line (highly recommend), but even when it starts to grow, it moves pretty quickly. The interior is small and charming, and the second you walk in, the smell is heaven.
Let’s talk about the guava roll. I’m not being dramatic when I say this was hands down the best guava pastry Remi and I have ever had. It was soft, flaky, perfectly sweet, and I would fly back just for one more bite. Seriously, if you only try one pastry in CDMX, let it be this!
9. Casa 1900 – Roma Norte
This one felt straight out of a fairytale. Imagine walking into a bakery and being greeted with what looks like a library of pastries—that’s Casa 1900. The setup is stunning, and everything is displayed so thoughtfully, it was kind of hard to choose!
It’s the perfect stop if you’re out exploring Roma Norte, and it’s open late if you want to do it for dessert! It’s really such a vibe. We loved the quiet charm of it—and the pastries? Total 10/10.
10. Odette – Polanco
Odette is adorable—one of those bakeries that makes you want to try one of everything. Their pastry selection rotates, so depending on when you go, you’ll get a totally different mix, which makes it kind of exciting. When we stopped by, they had a ton of raspberry options (random, but fun!) and everything we tried was delicious.
But the real star was this dreamy little strawberry cream puff situation we picked up. Light, creamy, not too sweet—it was such a perfect morning treat. Definitely a great spot to grab pastries and head to a nearby park or just take a stroll!
11. Pastelería Ideal – Historic Center
This place is a whole experience. Pastelería Ideal has been around since 1927, and it’s truly massive—like rows and rows of baked goods, and trays to collect your items. It feels a little chaotic in the best way.
We picked out three totally different things (an empanada, a guava pastry, and some kind of caramel/chocolate-filled heart) and our total was $2.50 USD. Like… excuse me?! Everything was so fun to browse and the options are endless. It’s such a unique bakery in Mexico City and a must if you’re near the historic district!
Which of these bakeries or coffee shops in Mexico City are you heading to first?!
Whether you’re team coffee, team pastry, or (like me) proudly both—Mexico City has so many cute spots to check out. I know we barely scratched the surface, but for just four days, I feel like we found some real winners. From the historic center to Roma Norte to Coyoacán, each place had its own vibe, and I loved getting to sip and snack our way through the city!
I hope this list helps you map out a few delicious stops of your own! Which spot are you heading to first?
Before you go, be sure to follow me on Insta @guidedbydestiny and check out some of my other Mexico blog posts:
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