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Mercado de La Merced

4.5 (37 reviews)
InexpensiveFarmers Market
Closed 5:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Huarache con huevo
Alan S.

This review is specific to the food stall Oasis, which was our single best dining experience in Mexico City. We exited from the metro directly into the chaos of the market, and felt compelled to stop here after seeing someone at a nearby table chowing down on one of the huaraches. The huarache con huevo had that richness which only comes from incredibly fresh ingredients, and indeed, we saw the masa dough being lovingly rolled in the back of the restaurant. Topped with a subtle layer of green salsa, 3 decadently fried eggs, and a smattering of white cheese, what more could one want in life?

Austin G.

Out of the many markets we visited while in CDMX, Mercado de La Merced was my favorite. It's the largest market in the city and opens early with vendors inside and outside selling literally everything from candy to fruit to clothes to toys. There's even an amazing candy corner!

Marcos R.

The true authenticity of Mexican cuisine is found here from bad to good. This place has it all. I walked all over here and I was surprised by how many different types of products and produce are here. The tacos here are delicious and can't be beat! The fruit juices are tasty also. Ok, when it comes to taking photos of the stuff here don't take photos of the meats area the gentleman get angry and say no! Which in California its breaking many health codes hahaha. Always watch behind you because people are working moving products around and they rush by so be cautious.

Julie S.

This insane market has everything required to make any and all kinds of Mexican cuisine. From the noplaes vendors who don't want their pictures taken, to fifty different kinds of mole, it is all found here. We loved being here, but in all honesty, it wouldn't have meant nearly as much to me without our guide. We booked the Merced tour via Eat Mexico, and our guide Sofia was absolutely amazing. From taking us to the Market on the subway (which was the only time we rode the subway), to her personal relationships with all the vendors we visited, without her we would have just been wandering through the market. With Sofia, I got to try about ten different kinds of mole, I ate crickets and ants, I ate beef head and tacos with McDonald's french fries on them. Without a guide, it would have just been a feast for the eyes - still cool and interesting, but I actually learned so much and felt like I was more than just a tourist.

Sign!
Ashley A.

Incredibly large market filled with tons of food, clothing, etc. unfortunately we went right as everything was shutting down, but we were lucky enough to grab ourselves a few bites. This market is probably incredible during the earlier hours. Even so, I was quite impressed at how gigantic it was and how full of life it was upon shutting down. Go early and be ready to walk around an endless number of stalls!

Best taco ever!!
Tina C.

One of the highlights of my Mexico City trip. Went with an Eat Mexico tour. Ate things I have never eaten before, seen things I've never seen before. So many varieties of local food, dried peppers, fried bugs. Learned so much. Such a cool cultural experience. Not many tourists go there, and I get why. It's huge, you'd get lost. But it was so cool. We only covered a very small part of the market and that part was huge. The food they prepare is so delicious, ate so much, the produce is incredible, so much and it goes on and on and on. The size of this market, I can't even describe and as the day progressed it got pretty packed. And the layout makes no sense so I am glad we were there with a local. The people we met in the market were all very nice. Looking forward to seeing more of it when next time I am in Mexico City.

Tacos !!!!
Prasath S.

A Must visit if you are in Mexico City. Skip the other smaller/touristy markets and go here...The Food Stalls, The Produce, The Meat everything is fabulous and affordable and gives you a great front seat look at the proud culture of this country. Eat as much Tacos as you can !!!

Wilbur C.

Probably the biggest market in the world, I have never seen bigger! It is truly immense, if you are looking for really great tacos, you have an overwhelming selection of places to go here, but once you have found one you like, stop immediately and sit down, or you may literally never find it again! I'm serious the market is that huge! Do not recommend this to the casual tourist looking for a comfy AC shopping experience, it is raw, crowded, definitely a local shopping place, but if you are like me, and want to jump into the local culture, this is a one stop cultural extravaganza.

Andrea G.

This is a truly remarkable market, unlike anything I've ever visited. I went with a tour through Eat Local Mexico (which I highly recommend!) and even though La Merced indeed just had a fire, the market was still in full swing. It's insanely massive (almost defying description) and it's full of the most incredible food: fruits and vegetables, meat, dried chiles, candy, etc. It's just absolutely mesmerizing and seems to be the heart of Mexico City. And sure, it's not like markets in America in terms of how food is prepared and displayed. But you don't come to Mexico City expecting to see what you know: you come to Mexico City to see its full street food glory. I ate everything from the markets that day and I didn't get sick, not even a little. So don't miss out on La Merced. It's a magnificent place and it needs people to visit it. Do follow basic common sense: take Uber or metro there (don't walk) and keep a close eye on your stuff. But don't let that stop you from getting to know the soul of Mexican cooking.

Candies

Not the biggest market in Mexico City but the most chaotic. From top chefs to housewives, everyone comes here looking for fresher or cheaper everything , from produce to meat, from piñatas to party hats or hand made ceramic plates, anything Mexican ( or Chinese for that matter) you will find it here . Don't miss the Sonora market just 10 minutes from Merced market

The best market in THE WORLD !!

When I first read about this market, I couldn't believe it. The space is huge and offers you to get everything you can need. I took the subway which lead me directly next to the market. Then, you enter in a gigantic space full of everything, a real maze! The best market in the WORLD open to public ! In Asia, Africa, South America, I didn't found the same freshness in the food area (yet ?), fruits and veggies evrywhere from the floor to the ceiling. Could not resist to buy fresh watermelon, etc I even was able to see how they prepapre the cactus (Nopales). and the sellers are friendly with foreigners :) Price are very competitive, a must-do in Mexico D.F. One of my (many) favorite time in Mexico.

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This is as everyone has stated the mac daddy of all Mercados, I visited on a Thursday right after the holiday season and arrived early.

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Mercado San Juan

Mercado San Juan

4.4(7 reviews)
1.9 kmCentro Poniente
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This market is not to be confused with Mercado DE San Juan which is a few minutes' walk away. This…read moreone, while having some of the same exotic offerings, is a little less clean but more bustling and crowded than the former. Here, you'll see a bunch of locals stopping by for a quick bite to eat at the various stalls and counters. Knowing a little Spanish will definitely go a long way here. For those who are a little bit claustrophobic and prone to sensory overload, I would come at your own risk. Markets in CDMX aren't the most spacious and you often find yourself squeezing past folks. It can also be hot and stuffy in the summer with many different smells intermixing and wafting through the whole space. Personally, I find that a charming and inescapable element of these markets, and IMO, a great way to really witness a slice of life in CDMX.

It's a little confusing, but there are actually two markets, within a couple of blocks of one…read moreanother, that bear this name. This is the one you'll want to go to if you (1) know a little (or more than a little) Spanish and want to immerse yourself among the locals and (2) want to try a variety of delicious Mexican lunch staples at very affordable prices. My set lunch menu included soup, rice, tortillas, steak, vegetables, and beans for under 100 MXP. (I'm a thousand miles away as I write this, but reliving the moment is making me salivate!)

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