The Best Places To Try Edible Insects In Mexico City
Many visitors to Mexico are aware that they should probably, at some point, give some crunchy, salty, spicy fried grasshoppers a try – and they’re right! But Mexico’s edible insect scene extends much wider than the humble chapulin. Here’s our rundown on the best spots at which to try all manner of edible insects in Mexico City, whether you’re more of a worm guy or a spider gal.
1. El Cardenal
Restaurant with Rooms, Mexican
2. La Cocina de San Juan
Restaurant, Mexican
3. Corazón de Maguey
Restaurant, Mexican, Vegetarian
4. Restaurante Don Chon
Restaurant, Mexican
5. Limosneros
Limosneros
Limosneros makes for a great Mexico City option if you want to try out edible insects. Here they serve up dishes bathed in sauces that feature the earthy, salty flavor palate of ground grasshoppers, plus the classic escamoles or even cocopaches (a type of beetle) served with cheese and squash blossom. Equally, if you don’t want to dive in headfirst, why not just have a simple glass of mezcal served with a worm or grasshopper salt accompaniment.
Limosneros, Av. Ignacio Allende 3, Cuauhtémoc, Centro Histórico, Ciudad de México, México, +52 55 5521 5576
6. Los Danzantes
Restaurant, Mexican
7. Azul Condesa
Azul Condesa
What better place to chow down on some insects than in the historic and beautiful Condesa neighborhood? At the rather appropriately named Azul Condesa, you can do just that. Although this is definitely one of the more upmarket places at which you can try out some culinary specialties, it’s reflected in the beautiful execution of the dishes; take, for example, the grasshopper guacamole which is topped with diced, rather than whole, grasshoppers. If you’re a little on the fence about eating something with eyes, this might be the place to go.
Azul Condesa, Calle Nuevo León 68, Cuauhtémoc, Hipódromo Condesa, Ciudad de México, México, +52 55 5286 6380
Culture Trips launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes places and communities so special.
Our immersive trips, led by Local Insiders, are once-in-a-lifetime experiences and an invitation to travel the world with like-minded explorers. Our Travel Experts are on hand to help you make perfect memories. All our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.?>
All our travel guides are curated by the Culture Trip team working in tandem with local experts. From unique experiences to essential tips on how to make the most of your future travels, we’ve got you covered.