Bakeries & Cafés: Mexico City

This place has a traditional French bakery, where their pain au chocolat, croissants, and baguettes make you feel like you’re in France.

A hidden gem located in the Roma neighborhood, dedicated to crafting artisan bread, always freshly baked.

A small bakery known for its delicious artisanal bread and wide variety of pastries, loved by many locals. Making it a favorite for beautifully made breads and morning pastries that pair perfectly with coffee.

A dedicated roasting space where the focus is entirely on the craft of the roast. Great for buying bags to take home. Tostador 1 functions as a specialty coffee roaster first and a café second.

A tiny, "street-style" coffee stall in Roma Norte run by chef Lucho Martínez. Very cool, very casual, and very high quality.

An espresso bar with a bakery to match. What makes this place special is that during the morning and daytime it works as a café, but once the sun goes down, it transforms into a bar where you can enjoy excellent wines, cocktails, and food to share.

A bakery that only bakes and sells one type of pastry.

Pan-tástica is a bakery located in one of Mexico City’s most iconic neighborhoods, Colonia Cuauhtémoc, where they are constantly reinventing the classic pain au chocolat, giving it incredible new flavors.

buzzy bakery-café in La Condesa dedicated to croissants (“cuernitos”) with a creative twist. It’s known for its flaky, perfectly laminated croissants in both sweet and savory versions, many with playful, handcrafted fillings like chocolate, lotus, lemon-meringue, chocolate and more. You can also find croissant-themed souvenirs such as plush toys, cushions, tote bags, and more.

Iconic bookstore-café for reading, working, and eating surrounded by shelves and light.

A charming French-inspired bakery and café in Cuauhtémoc, CDMX known for its high-quality pastries, artisan breads, and creative French-Mexican fusion sweets. Its menu blends classic techniques with playful twists, think croissants, éclairs, cinnamon rolls, pain perdu and mezcal-infused treats, all paired with espresso and other drinks in a cozy, photogenic space.

Biscottino is a charming, boutique café located in the heart of Polanco. It is often described as a "neighborhood gem" that combines a cozy, Parisian sidewalk atmosphere with high-quality Mexican coffee and artisanal baking.

One of Mexico City’s most iconic artisan bakeries, known for its exceptional bread and pastry program, including the famous guava-roll pastries, sourdough loaves, and beautifully baked viennoiserie. It blends European technique with Mexican flavor, making it a must-visit for coffee pairings, afternoon sweets, or take-home bread.

Bondai Café is a unique concept in Mexico City, where Mexican specialty coffee meets Argentine bakery and gelato traditions — a favorite spot for those who appreciate quality and craft.

A hidden café tucked among the greenery of the iconic Avenida Amsterdam in La Condesa, offering excellent coffee and delicious pastries.

A place specialized in drinks and bakery items, where matcha-based creations truly stand out.

Bakers Polanco offers a peaceful atmosphere where you can enjoy good coffee paired with sweet pastries.

Part restaurant, part bakery. It’s an experimental playground for pastry, known for creative shapes and bold flavors.

Cardín is a vibrant, artisanal pastry shop located in Roma Norte. It is famous for being one of the most creative and visually playful bakeries in the city. While many spots in Roma focus on minimalist European aesthetics, Cardín embraces color, Mexican kitsch, and bold design, making it a favorite for those looking for something fun and unique.

Authentic french‑style artisan bakery known for croissants, brioche, tarts, and seasonal pastries.

The café embraces a real-food philosophy, offering healthy dishes made with organic, high-quality ingredients. Its bakery focuses on using little to no refined sugar, replacing it with healthier sweeteners to create lighter, low-calorie treats, made to be enjoyed without guilt.

A 100% French bakery offering a wide selection of authentic French breads and pastries. Their baguettes and tarts feel like they were transported directly from France.

A must-visit artisanal bakery and pâtisserie known for its handcrafted pastries, bread, seasonal sweets, and coffee. Founded by chef Odette Olavarri with French training and a passion for precision, Odette blends classic European techniques with local flair—from flaky croissants and baguettes to rich cookies, tarts, and elegant cakes. It’s a neighborhood favorite with a warm, relaxed atmosphere and high-quality pastries that draw lines, especially in the mornings.

Amano is a standout bakery that blends traditional European techniques with modern, indulgent flavors. Their philosophy centers on "handmade" (hence the name Amano) craftsmanship, using high-quality butter and long fermentation processes.

Located in the historic and bohemian neighborhood of Coyoacán, Ruta de la Seda (The Silk Road) was the first "eco-patisserie" in Mexico. It is famous for its commitment to organic ingredients and its exploration of flavors from the ancient trade routes—blending Persian, Asian, and Mediterranean influences with Mexican craftsmanship.

Buna is far more than just a café; it is a certified B-Corp and social enterprise dedicated to "Café Rico" that conserves Mexican ecosystems. This is their flagship roasting house located inside "La Laguna," a repurposed textile factory. It has a hidden, "speakeasy" feel where you must ring a bell to enter. Inside, it’s a massive, industrial-chic space where you can see the roasters, the lab, and even request a tour to learn about their conservation work.