Hidalgo-style barbacoa · Roma Sur, Mexico City

El Hidalguense

El Hidalguense: Hidalgo-style barbacoa in Roma Sur, Mexico City. Order: Barbacoa tacos with consommé.

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What to order

Barbacoa tacos with consommé.

Barbacoa en hoyo tacos with consommé

Why go

The Infatuation calls the slow-cooked lamb tacos the best in the city. It is a weekend-only spot, so plan the day around it.

Pit-cooked Hidalgo-style lamb; open Friday to Sunday only.

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Address
Campeche 155, Roma Sur, Mexico City 06760
Neighborhood
Roma Sur
Price
$$
Hours
Fri-Sun only (per The Infatuation, 2023) (as listed; check before you go)
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Seen in The Infatuation, cdmxsecreta.com

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Researched October 23, 2026 from the sources linked above. Places change; confirm hours and reservations before you go.

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