A signature dish featuring crispy breaded shrimp on house-made blue corn tortillas with fresh lime and a selection of homemade salsas. Regulars emphasize ordering at least two given the generous filling and the way the tortilla tears apart in your hands.
Tips from diners
Ask for the taco carmelita or zacatlán — these are not always featured but staff will make them if you ask. Order at least two.
A vegetarian standout featuring sautéed zucchini in a light chile sauce, fried in a blue corn tortilla. The texture contrast between the crispy shell and tender filling is what draws repeat orders.
Tips from diners
This vegetarian option holds its own against the seafood tacos. The crispy exterior and soft zucchini inside make it worth a try.
A seasonal favorite when squash blossoms are available. Sautéed blossoms with mild Oaxaca cheese folded inside a pressed blue corn tortilla. The delicate flavor of the blossoms is the star here.
Tips from diners
Ask if squash blossoms are available that day. When they are in season, this quesadilla is a must-order.
House-made tostada topped with fresh ceviche, diced avocado, cucumber, and red onion with a citrus-forward finishing sauce. The ceviche is prepared fresh daily and the tostada stays crispy throughout the meal.
Tips from diners
The ceviche tostadas are made fresh to order. Arrive during off-peak hours if you want yours prepared right away without waiting.
Order a sampler of three different sope varieties — usually featuring options like chicharrón en salsa verde, picadillo, or sautéed mushrooms. The masa is thick and crispy around the edges, creating the perfect base for the toppings.
Tips from diners
Order the sopes variados to get a sense of what's available that day. The staff will suggest the best three options they have prepared.
Located on Avenida Yucatán in Roma Norte since the early 2000s, El Parnita has become a local favorite for creative tacos made with hand-pressed blue corn tortillas. The kitchen experiments with seafood preparations and unexpected ingredient pairings, all at casual walk-in prices. The menu rotates with special dishes available only on certain days.
Make a WhatsApp reservation at 55 1335 6975 if visiting during peak hours (Friday-Saturday evenings). Walk-in wait can reach 30-45 minutes.
Don't miss the daily specials — El Parnita changes the menu throughout the week with chef-driven dishes not listed on the main menu.
Arrive Monday-Tuesday between 1-2pm for no wait. Wednesday-Saturday evenings are packed after 6pm.
Cash prices are slightly lower than card. This is a casual spot — bring pesos and enjoy the authenticity.
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