Where is the best elote in Mexico City?

Based on diner recommendations, the best elote in Mexico City is at Elote Preparado (92% recommended). We compared 4 restaurants serving elote.

How much does elote cost in Mexico City?

Elote prices in Mexico City range from MXN35.00 to MXN45.00 across 4 restaurants.

4 restaurants compared

Price range: MXN35.00 – MXN45.00

Avg recommendation: 81%

Based on diner recommendations across 4 restaurants:

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

#192% recommend

Centro Histórico·$

Elote Preparado Clásico

MXN40.00

Grilled corn coated with mayo, cotija cheese, chili powder, and lime on a stick.

Tip: Watch the vendor prepare it—they'll use different utensils to spread mayo, then cheese, then chili. Don't buy if they skip any step.

#285% recommend

Centro Histórico·$

Elotero de Nata y Queso

MXN45.00

Corn with crema, fresh cotija cheese, and minimal chili seasoning.

Tip: Ask for extra queso if the vendor uses crema instead of mayo. The cheese is what makes this version stand out.

#375% recommend

Centro Histórico·$

Elote con Mantequilla

MXN35.00

Corn brushed with butter instead of mayo, a simpler alternative.

Tip: If mayo-crema feels too heavy, ask for butter instead. It's lighter but still flavorful with the cheese and chili.

#472% recommend

Centro Histórico·$

Elote with Epazote

MXN45.00

Prepared corn finished with fresh epazote leaves for an herbal note.

Tip: This is rare—most vendors don't have epazote. If you find a cart with it, you've found a vendor who cares about flavor details.