Chucho El Roto
Rustic Mexican restaurant in a charming plaza, known for authentic regional dishes, live music, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
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Chucho El Roto
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Rustic Mexican restaurant in a charming plaza, known for authentic regional dishes, live music, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and ensure better service by visiting during less busy times.
Ask for English menus
English menus are available upon request, making ordering easier for non-Spanish speakers.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Mexican
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+52 442 212 4295
Address
Av. Luis Pasteur Sur 16, Centro, 76000 Santiago de Querétaro, Qro., Mexico
Website
chuchoelroto.com.mx/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Authentic Mexican Regional Dishes
Savor traditional Mexican flavors with unique regional specialties like escamoles and Chile en Nogada.
Lively Plaza Ambiance
Enjoy live music and a vibrant atmosphere on a beautiful terrace overlooking a charming plaza.
Unique Culinary Adventures
Dare to try adventurous dishes like ant larvae and special sauces made from native fruits.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and ensure better service by visiting during less busy times.
Ask for English menus
English menus are available upon request, making ordering easier for non-Spanish speakers.
Try the green juice and coffee
Visitors highly recommend the refreshing green juice and delicious coffee.
Explore the surroundings
The restaurant is located in a historic town center, perfect for exploring before or after your meal.
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Visit during off-peak hours
Avoid crowds and ensure better service by visiting during less busy times.
Ask for English menus
English menus are available upon request, making ordering easier for non-Spanish speakers.
Try the green juice and coffee
Visitors highly recommend the refreshing green juice and delicious coffee.
Explore the surroundings
The restaurant is located in a historic town center, perfect for exploring before or after your meal.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Chucho El Roto is highly praised for its exceptional authentic Mexican cuisine, attentive service, and wonderful atmosphere, especially its outdoor seating with live music. While many find the food delicious and worth the price, some have noted specific dishes like 'chamorros' were not as enjoyable.
"I really loved my experience at Chucho el Roto. The location was stunningly beautiful. I sat out on the outdoor patio area and ordered a molcajete with green salsa. It easily could’ve fed two people, so I had a ton of leftovers to eat the next day. The restaurant played some really nice soft music, the lighting was lovely, the wait staff was very attentive and kind, and the food was honestly so delicious. Every part of my meal was fabulous. I felt not at all rushed and very much enjoyed the experience of just sitting out on the patio, which is right on a lovely square with the fountain in the middle and trees surrounding it. I would definitely come back here. It is definitely the priciest restaurant I have eaten at in the city, but it was definitely worth it. Still felt like a very good value for what I was getting"
Kate Davis
"Excellent authentic Mexican food! A local recommended the place and took us here and we had a blast! We had aguas frescas for drinks and had local dishes for appetizers including crickets. For lunch we had steaks which were cool perfectly."
Sam E
"Chucho El Roto had some amazing authentic mexican cuisine. The servers were attentive, and the atmosphere was simply amazing."
Robert “Chris” Maxwell
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Frequently Asked Questions
Chucho El Roto is known for its authentic Mexican cuisine, including regional specialties, a vibrant atmosphere with live music, and its prime location on a charming plaza.
Yes, English menus are available upon request, making it easier for non-Spanish speakers to navigate the menu.
Yes, the restaurant often features live music, contributing to its lively and magical atmosphere, especially in the evenings.
Popular recommendations include regional dishes like escamoles, Chile en Nogada, enchiladas queretanas, as well as the green juice and coffee.
While some reviews mention it can be pricier, diners generally feel the food quality and experience offer good value for the price.
The outdoor seating on the plaza is highly praised for its beautiful views, shaded area, and the ability to enjoy the ambiance and live music.
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Located in one of the most charming plazas in Querétaro, Mesón de Chucho El Roto is the best restaurant in Queretaro’s centro, especially at night (when the atmosphere comes alive!). Musicians often play in front of the restaurant, and it’s so magical to see hear them play under the glow of the golden street lamps. It’s here that we tasted enchiladas queretanas for the first time, and they did not disappoint.
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Este lugar abrió sus puertas en 1995 para ofrecerles a sus comensales lo típico de la comida mexicana pero también algunas comidas de corte internacional. Incluso estos restaurantes en Querétaro para desayunar son excelentes por su menú como los tacos del mesón, sopa de elote con raja, medallones del chucho roto, etc.
Conoce los mejores tres restaurantes de Querétaro según TripAdvisor
El top 10 lo completan Alioli Gastro Bar, Tikus Sur Este, Fusión Latina Restaurante, Restaurante Di Vino, Restaurante 1810, El Mesón de Chucho El Roto, María Rivera y Hacienda La Laborcilla, restaurantes mejor evaluados de los 778 que registra el sitio solo en Querétaro.
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