There are two locations of this lauded bakery from chef Elena Reygadas, who also operates Café NIN, Lardo, and Rosetta, all rooted in Italian-inflected, Mediterranean fare. The European-style bakery cafés are the best of the bunch—perfect for coffee and a sweet roll, or a sandwich and a beer. The pastries, beloved by all, stand out in a city where dry, crumbly, margarine-filled specimens are the norm.

Part of the Rosetta patisserie family, Lardo's exquisite zucchini and spearmint pizzettas show baking prowess, and dishes such as red snapper with pepita sauce or adobo (red pepper) baby chicken are expertly balanced.

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, as well as Lardo, Elena Reygadas' breezy follow-up to the more romantic Rosetta—has proven hugely popular with Chilangos (read: locals), but we think a visitor’s best bet in Mexico is...Mexican food, particularly when your time is limited. Skip the corporate Mercado Roma, which locals consider “lame.” Instead, try and catch the Tuesday morning market on Calle Pachuca between Juan de la Barrera and Veracruz, offering fresh produce and local specialities, like huitlacoche (a delicious and slightly funky corn fungus) and nopal (cactus leaves), plus plenty of hot food stalls, serving stuff like flautas and tamales. Keep in mind that most restaurants close early on Sundays and many aren’t open on Mondays.

In one of the corners of the Edificios Condesa (a historic building for its more than one hundred years and for its European design in English style), is Lardo, a restaurant by chef Elena Reygadas. The place seeks coexistence with a large bar and an open kitchen, and a proposal of the menu that invites to share the food at the center of the table. For breakfast they have a variety of egg preparations (the starry egg wrapped in holy leaf and the poached egg with salmon, are a pair of delights), they also have the classic green chilaquiles but to their version they add burrata, and to accompany , they have delicious juices from the house such as carrot, jicama and ginger, and macadamia and coconut.

More fusion is in store at Lardo, a little Mexican-European joint setting trends in Condesa for its croque monsieur sandwiches, pizzas and Tuscan charcuterie. Run by the people behind Rosetta (Elena Reygadas really has been busy!), Lardo is a great spot for all-day Sunday brunch, though you may have to sign up and take a stroll through Parque Espana before your name is called. Despite the wait, Lardo’s home-cured salami and side nibbles such as chilaquiles (corn tortilla chips) with burrata soft cheese will make it all worthwhile.

This is one of the most famous restaurants in Condesa but also the whole city!. If the idea of delicious Mediterranean dishes don’t persuade you, maybe the thought of Panaderia Rosetta baked goods (see this handy map of where to find them across the city) including the famous guava rolls will!. After the brunch time rush, the menu switches to include nibbles, wood-fired dishes including aubergine parmigiana and pizza, burrata salad, grilled meat and fish, cheeseboards, and desserts.

Pull up a seat at Lardo's counter for a view of the action (Photo: Cleo Von Siebenthal). Italian and Mediterranean cuisine with hints of Mexican flavour is what you’ll find at Lardo, an informal and convivial restaurant situated in the charming Condesa area. An open kitchen with a wood-fired oven sits in the middle of the bright and airy restaurant, and a striking bar makes for a perfect spot to appreciate the restaurant’s attractive wine list while nibbling on light snacks.

Judging by how many times I've been here, I guess I have to say that Lardo, by chef Elena Reygadas, is my favorite place for brunch in the city. At Lardo, expect to find Mediterranean-Mexican fusion dishes at their best. The menu features a few dozen types of perfect pastries (get the rol de guayaba); French-inspired dishes like croque madame and quiche; green chilaquiles; croissant, ciabatta, and focaccia sandwiches; and all sorts of egg-forward dishes.

After a visit to Museo Nacional de Antropología, Castillo de Chapultepec and the sprawling, surrounding park, extend your walk to Lardo for a long lunch. Take a spot at the bar, order from the lengthy list of natural and funky wines, and snack on everything you see—from grilled octopus to baby chili peppers. This bright, airy space—with plenty of timber and brass fittings, and lots of greenery—lends itself to hanging out for the whole afternoon.

If you found yourself enchanted by Rosetta, then Lardo is set to be your next culinary crush. Nestled within the hip confines of Mexico City’s Condesa neighborhood, just a stone’s throw from the verdant expanses of Chapultepec Park, Lardo is Elena Reygadas’s ode to the simplicity and integrity of Italian-Mediterranean cuisine. Reygadas infuses Lardo with her signature style: simple yet profoundly flavorful dishes crafted from quality ingredients.

As one of Mexico City’s most lauded chefs, Reygadas brings an anthropologist’s approach to her stellar Rosetta and Lardo restaurants and patisserie, with all ingredients sourced from Mexico. She’s currently writing her first cookbook, plus putting finishing touches on a new pizzeria and another bakery. Her bread, guava pastries, and handmade pasta are considered tasty national treasures.

A sister restaurant to chefs Elena Reygadas Rosetta, Lardo is a gorgeous Condesa breakfast spot is especially warm and buzzy on sunny days. All the dishes are cooked in a wood-fired oven and the portions are on the smaller size, perfect if you’ve had a big meal the night before. There are a variety of eggs dishes on offer along with sandwiches and freshly squeezed juices.

LARDO: This place has a similar feel to ABC Kitchen in NYC: Pizza with Squash Blossom and vegetarian items like the Cauliflower Soup. Outfitted with plants, a cool and trendy crowd, it still maintains high-quality dishes with a full bar. It feels very California and New York-esque, and while beautiful, I think next time I’d go for brunch instead of dinner.

The Mediterranean and Mexican fusion looked wonderful making our choices particularly challenging. We decided on quite a few items but the highlights were the fried zucchini flowers, beet salad, burrata pizza, and carrot cake. The zucchini flowers were perfectly crisp, filled with ricotta cheese served on a bed of tomato sauce.

Lardo is a great brunch spot if you want a lively and stylish restaurant serving Mexican-European fusion dishes. Here you can enjoy her fresh baked goods with an equally delicious coffee or order from the menu for something heartier. It gets particularly buzzy on a Sunday so do book ahead using this OpenTable link.

Condesa's more casual, European and Mediterranean-influenced Lardo is a gay breakfast and brunch favorite from another CDMX superstar chef, Elena Reygadas. Try the omelet, insects mole, and shallot and green beans salad for a distinctly Mexican twist. The fresh juices and kombuchas equally capture the local flavor.

Pizzeria Lardo, part of the renowned Lardo restaurant in Condesa, offers an upscale twist on the traditional pizzeria experience. Here, the pizzas are crafted with gourmet ingredients and also a focus on quality. The crusts are perfectly thin and crispy, providing the ideal base for a range of inventive toppings.

Mexican-Euro Fusion Brunch | ($$) | Website | 📍 Google Maps | 📞 +52 555 211 7731. Lardo is a breakfast and lunch spot serving up Mexican-Euro fusion fare. They feature a bunch of creative takes on traditional dishes, including chilaquiles verdes with burrata cheese and Croque Monsieur sandwiches.

It’s another buzzing spot that’s perfect for people-watching, cocktails and Mediterranean/Mexican fare. Must-try dishes include the mango ceviche, the arroz frito with mariscos (it’s a cross between Chinese fried rice and Spanish paella) and the sublime squash blossoms stuffed with ricotta cheese.

Tucked away in the Condesa neighbourhood, Lardo restaurant is an excellent place to order great Mediterranean food. The menu options are a gastronomic delight, and the quality of the ingredients is par excellence. The menu items may don simplicity, but the delicacy on the palate is delightful.

The best way for me to describe Lardo is elevated without the pretense. Lardo is a sister restaurant to her other fabulous Restaurante Rosetta and its twin bakery, Panaderia Rosetta. On a sunny day, when Lardo opens its French doors, there are few better places to be in Condesa.

One of my other favorite meals was at Lardo, it’s technically mediterranean but with Mexican flare. They serve lunch and dinner, we had a dinner reservation and I had to stop myself from ordering everything on the menu. Highlights were all of the salads, bread and pizza!.

Lardo is a well-known restaurant in CDMX for being the sister restaurant of Rosetta. The European-Mexican menu is especially craved on weekends for brunch for their terrific croque monsieur. If tired of tacos while in the city, their pizzas are also very tasty.

What I Drank: Bichi La Gorda Yori and Mas del Périé’s La Roque 2020. What I Ate: Flatbread, Ensalada De Arugula and Pulpo with Red Curry and Chilacayote. After the amazing meal at Restaurante Rosetta, I knew I had to try Elena Reygadas’ other restaurant, Lardo.

Floor-to-ceiling windows, natural light, plants, and an L-shaped bar with a view into the open kitchen. Chef Elena Reygadas has created a neighborhood institution with a harmonious combo of design, food, and service. Address: Agustín Melgar 6, Condesa Website

We walked to Lardo for brunch on our first morning in La Condesa. Covered in greenery and flushed with warm sunlight, it has a slightly vintage vibe which is helped by the wooden flooring and brass bar. We had our first chilaquiles with salsa verde here...

Not only will you find the best coffee at Lardo, but you will also find some of the best breakfast and pastries that the city has to offer. If you don’t get to this Condesa hot spot early, you simply won’t get a table!. It is packed each and every day.

This is one of our favorite spots for breakfast, as it is part of the Rosetta Bakery group and you can also try the famous guava roll. 6 Agustín Melgar Street, Colonia Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06140 Ciudad de México, CDMX. 300/400 MXN 15/20 USD per person

Lardo is a great spot to eat with your friends or have a great date. Here you’ll enjoy delicious Mediterranean dishes and get to try the best hazelnut cake in the world. It’s crunchy and soft at the same time, we promise you’ll be obsessed with it.

Lardo’s sunny, beautifully-designed space and locally sourced food are equally impeccable. For dinner, make a reservation as far ahead of time as possible. For breakfast, showing up early will do, or else expect a long wait, especially on weekends.

We also tried Lardo, a hip Mexican-European fusion restaurant that we highly recommend. Dining at Pujol is a must, but be sure to make a reservation in advance. Also, don't miss out on eating at Contramar to try the delicious fish dishes.

The ingredients are fresh and dishes are prepared simply here at Lardo. Think Mediterranean / Mexican fusion with dishes like – same owners behind Rosetta. They are open for breakfast and lunch – expect a wait, but its well worth it.

Come to this outpost in Condesa that is all for Tuscan charcuterie. One innovative dish at Lardo is the green chilaquiles with burrata. Address: Agustín Melgar 6, Colonia Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06140 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico

Bou offers both indoor and outdoor seating (pet-friendly 🐶). I’ve never had to wait for a table but I’ve noticed Bou has gotten more popular over the last year. I would recommend going early on the weekends or on a weekday.

Address: Agustín Melgar 6, Colonia Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06140 Ciudad de México, CDMX. Lardo is a sister restaurant to previously mentioned Rosetta. Their swoon-worthy interior and amazing food attract a lot of people.

This is a hipster place where locals and expats love to hang out. It’s especially crammed on weekends. Address – Agustín Melgar 6, Colonia Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06140 Ciudad de México, CDMX – Google Map

Another breakfast spot that you should add to your list is Lardo in La Condesa. This restaurant is in one of the corners of Edificios Condesa. It is one of the historic buildings in the area.

Chef Elena Reygadas channels her bakery expertise at Lardo, an Italian-Mediterranean-inspired café delivering a simple fare whipped up from top-quality ingredients for breakfast and lunch.

Lardo is trendy, relatively small and has a bustling atmosphere. Book a table or wait in line for one!. The menu is short and unimaginative but includes vegetarian options.

Lardo is a bit more casual than Rosetta, with a bar encircling the room, but the food still has the finest of flavors. Lardo’s excellent breakfast is a good choice.

Owned by the same team behind Panadería Rosetta, Lardo gives you a taste of what Rosetta fans line up for—without the madness (well, almost).

It’s popular and there’s typically a waitlist because many know it serves some of the best breakfast in Mexico City.