Best Birria Tacos in Mexico City
5 restaurants compared
Price range: MXN25.00 – MXN240.00
Avg recommendation: 88%
Top 5 Birria Tacos in Mexico City (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 5 restaurants:
- Mercado Roma, MXN65.00 (Roma Norte)
- Birria Michoacana, MXN30.00 (Various)
- La Polar — score 92/100, MXN240.00 (Centro Histórico)
- Máximo Bistrot Local — score 86/100, MXN140.00 (Roma)
- Birria Michoacana — score 85/100, MXN25.00 (Various)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Restaurants Compared
#1
Mercado Roma
Roma Norte·$$
Birria Ramen Tacos
MXN65.00
Fusion twist on traditional birria—ramen noodles in consomé, served as tacos.
Tip: Go late on weekends when there's more of a nightlife crowd—the atmosphere is livelier and the food stands are at peak energy.
#2
Birria Michoacana
Various·$
Tacos de Birria with Extra Cheese
MXN30.00
Standard birria tacos piled high with melted Oaxacan cheese.
Tip: Ask for extra cheese—most places will add it for a small upcharge and it's worth every peso.
#3Score 92/100
La Polar
Centro Histórico·$$
MXN240.00
Corn tortillas filled with shredded birria meat, served with consomé for dipping.
Tip: Dip generously in the consomé — the tortilla should be soft from broth, not dry.
#4Score 86/100
Máximo Bistrot Local
Roma·$$
Lamb Birria Tacos
MXN140.00
Slow-cooked lamb in a spiced consomé with warm corn tortillas.
Tip: Dip each taco into the consomé for maximum flavor and juiciness
#5Score 85/100
Birria Michoacana
Various·$
Tacos de Birria Sencillo
MXN25.00
Tender slow-cooked beef dipped in consomé-soaked tortillas, served with broth.
Tip: Dip the taco quickly in the consomé—just enough to soak it but not dissolve the tortilla. It takes practice.