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Breakfast tamal
Lauren C.

This place serves coffee, pastries, pizza and numerous breakfast options. I went for breakfast . The menu is straightforward and has all the classics such as chilaquiles, bagels and French toast. I went with the breakfast tamal. It was very delicious. Only complaint is that the tamale wasn't very warm. My egg was as well as the sauce. The sauce had a nice kick to it but wasn't overpowering at all. The inside is cozy and there was a lot of people working inside and grabbing coffee.

DeShawn W.

A genuinely great spot to relax with equally strong food, service, and drinks. The avocado toast isn't your typical version--it's a standout and absolutely worth ordering. The egg and cheese bagel reminded me how good something can be when the bread is fresh and the ingredients are real. I also tried the chai latte, which was excellent. Overall, they seem to have something for everyone, and everything I had was done right.

Cardamom & orange bun
Katarina L.

We stopped in here 3 times over the course of a 5 day trip, soooo you can say we were loving this little coffee shop. Everywhere we went, we would usually ask someone what they recommend or what their favorite thing on the menu was. Here, it was the orange cardamom pastry. Sold! It was by far my favorite pastry of the entire trip, and there were A LOT of pastries.... It was so so incredible. If you find yourself in Mexico City and then you find yourself near this coffee shop, go. Go and get the orange cardamom pastry and you will thank me later. For coffees I usually got an americano but also tried their lattes and even some sort of Mexican cold brew I think? All delicious and perfect pick-me-ups for long days walking about. They have a few tables inside and outside and our barista was incredible sweet, helpful and patient with our lack of Spanish. Loved having Forte so close to our hotel!

Two lattes and a yummy croissant
Jon B.

Think I just had the best pastry I've had in all of Mexico. Orangy, flaky, perfect croissant. The two lattes were delicious too. Yum.

Lisa T.

We came here for breakfast for our first breakfast in Mexico City. We tried the Tascalate+ cold brew, which was interesting. I'd probably stick with regular caffeinated drinks. We also had the avocado toast with huevos. I'm not sure if I'm feeling the kimchee with the toast. I prefer my avocado toast without spicy fermented cabbage. I would still recommend trying this place.

Pam de muertos
Lori R.

Very cute coffee shop with a small but solid menu. Ambiance- 5/5 - small but cute interior. Looks like they have regulars Service 5/5 - very kind and patient staff who worked with our broken spanish while ordering. Food 4.5/5 - The bagel sandwich was absolutely amazing and such a great price (i think it was 8USD$) and the bagel is the right consistency/texture, scrambled eggs just set allowing a little creamy action to occur; with bacon and sauce to top it all off. The Kougan aman was 5/5; their pan de muertos was light and airy but not dry. They also have acai bowls and fruit bowls which looked really good. Coffee 4/5 - incredibly smooth; the espresso i had (I ordered an Americano) was a light fruitier/brighter than the roasts i am used to. But it was bright and acidic without tanin or a bitter taste.

Chilliquilles

Food was excellent. Service was very friendly and warm ambience. Definitely a place to go.

Austin G.

Loving a good coffee shop (especially a beautifully designed one), I needed to stop by Forte. My friend recommended their coffee, but said to skip their subpar pastries. So I went on a Friday afternoon to a full Forte. The tables inside and outside were full of people working, studying, talking. My latte was small, but mighty! It was one of the best I've had in CDMX. It cost $50 pesos.

Chocolatin... about 1 sec after it was seton the table
Salvador P.

This is literally a hole in the wall, the coffee is good but the pastries are incredible! Give it a shot, don't judge a book by its cover. The Chocoaltin with almonds is the way to go, the chocolate cookie is ok.

Apple fermented pour over and ham and cheese croissant
Soo-Hyun C.

Oh geezzzzzz this was unbelievable. The barista really knew his business and educated me about what he had without any of that LA pretense that I'm used to. I got an apple fermented pour over that was perfectly done and a ham and cheese croissant that was as big as a sumo wrestler's fist. A perfect little spit to watch the world go by.

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1 month ago

Great coffee and nice outdoor tables with WiFi. Fun street to watch in people passing by.

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9 months ago

I ordered a double espresso and it was amazing! They have seating outside. The staff was wonderful.

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4 years ago

The cafe y chocolate made my morning. Everything is aroma filled and flavorful. Coming back tomorrow

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This place has some of the best pastries I have ever eaten! This is a great cafe and a must try if you are in the area!

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5 years ago

Outstanding pastries and great coffee. Croissants are some of the best I've had. Very friendly and proud staff also.

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4 years ago

Great coffee shop with pastries or full breakfast. Friendly staff. They also had Oat milk which had been hard to find elsewhere.

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Ficelle - Braided puff pastry with chocolate and sprinkled with sugar

Ficelle

4.5(47 reviews)
1.4 kmCondesa
$$

During our recent trip to Mexico City, we finally explored the Condesa neighborhood and stopped at…read moreFicelle, a bakery I had seen recommended on TikTok. The pastries and service were delicious. While they do not have indoor seating, it was very pleasant to sit outside on the sidewalk and people-watch. We tried three different pastries: a plantain pudding pastry, a fruity meringue pastry, and a very unique peanut butter and chapulines cruffin. All were excellent. My only piece of constructive feedback is regarding the payment process. We had to pay for the pastries separately from the coffee, which made the experience less smooth. It would be much more convenient if everything could be paid for on a single check. Overall, it was a wonderful spot!

My friends and I visited Ficelle several mornings for breakfast and pastries, and each time was a…read moredelight. The service was attentive and friendly--occasionally a little slow, but that's part of the relaxed rhythm of being in Mexico. The outdoor seating is charming, surrounded by greenery and decorated with natural plants, which creates such a pleasant atmosphere to start the day. I especially enjoyed the Betty juice made with beets--it was fresh, vibrant, and absolutely delicious. The pastry selection feels endless, unlike anything I've experienced elsewhere in Mexico. During our visit, they were offering pan de muerto for Día de los Muertos, with a creative twist: a rich chocolate filling. It was outstanding! Overall, my friends and I had a wonderful experience here--delicious food, a beautiful setting, and a bakery that truly makes you want to come back again and again.

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Pan Gabriel

Pan Gabriel

3.8(11 reviews)
2.1 kmCondesa
$$$

Pan Gabriel is a small, health-focused bakery in Condesa that specializes in organic and…read morealternative baked goods. It's more of a grab-and-go spot than a sit-down café, with a selection that caters to specific dietary preferences like gluten-free, vegan, or low-sugar. We tried a few items to sample the range -- the strawberry empanada, some bread, and their wheat tortillas. The empanada had a mild flavor and wasn't overly sweet, which may be a plus for some but felt a bit underwhelming. The tortillas had a great texture but an unusual aftertaste that stood out. The other bread items we picked up were similarly neutral in flavor -- nothing particularly memorable, but not bad either. Overall, Pan Gabriel seems to prioritize clean ingredients and health-conscious recipes, which is great if that's your focus. Just keep in mind that the taste and richness typical of more traditional baked goods might not be what you'll find here. Pan Gabriel es una pequeña panadería en Condesa enfocada en productos saludables, orgánicos y alternativos. Es más un lugar para llevar que una cafetería para sentarse, con una selección pensada para quienes siguen dietas especiales como sin gluten, vegana o baja en azúcar. Probamos varios productos para tener una idea general: la empanada de fresa, algunos panes y las tortillas de trigo. La empanada tenía un sabor suave y no era muy dulce, lo cual puede ser positivo para algunos, aunque nos pareció un poco insípida. Las tortillas tenían buena textura, pero con un retrogusto algo extraño. Los demás panes también tenían un sabor bastante neutro --nada destacable, pero tampoco desagradable. En general, Pan Gabriel parece priorizar ingredientes limpios y recetas más saludables, lo cual se agradece si eso es lo que buscas. Solo hay que tener en cuenta que el sabor y la riqueza típicos de una panadería tradicional no son lo que encontrarás aquí.

I was in heaven! I hadn't been able to have pan dulce since I became allergic to gluten. I was so…read morehappy to buy as much pan dulce as I could get into a bag. It was delicious! I wish you shipped to San Diego.

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Pastelería Ideal - At entry

Pastelería Ideal

4.5(133 reviews)
3.1 kmCentro Sur
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This bakery is huge! I decided to stop by on my last day to pick up some sweets for my son and my…read morecoworkers. They have four sections: bakery, cookies, cakes, and gelatins. You select what you want, pay, and then pick up your order. Their cookie selection is immense, and they sell them by the pound. I ordered two boxes at half a pound each. The cookies are delicious (think Whole Foods cookies, but better). For sweet bread, I only chose six pieces since they don't travel well on a plane, but wow... the quality was outstanding and the variety is incredible. Service is quick and cordial. The place itself is an old bakery with amazing lighting and original floors from the 1930s. If you're in CDMX, this is a must stop.

3.5 stars When I arrived it was quite overwhelming, the…read moreplace is huge. You can't imagine how large a bakery could be. You're supposed to grab a tray and tongs then take what you want to the cashier. The place was so large that I didn't bother grabbing a tray because I just wanted to look at everything first. I ended up getting a corn muffin my friends grabbed a few things they didn't really know what they were, just grabbed what looked good. My corn muffin was ok., it was moist, dense, and had real pieces of corn in it. I tried some of my friend's raspberry baguette it was also pretty good. Dense baguette and tasty dried raspberry's and some nuts maybe walnuts? My other friend got some bread thing with sugar on top. It was a bit dry and not very buttery. I didn't care for that one. There was a whole gambit of baked goods to choose from, donuts, bread, cakes, pastries, even sandwiches. We tried asking what they were known for, no one seemed to know. So I guess there's no specialty. Prices were very reasonable around 15-22 pesos maybe some were more depending on what you chose. I found it to be a good Mexican bakery but not as refined as a French bakery. I guess you gotta find what's good and what you like. Unfortunately I didn't find that item yet.

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Forte - coffee - Updated May 2026

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