Taquería El Califa de León
Tacos · Mexico City · Michelin One Star · Chef Family-Run (since 1968)
One-Michelin-star taquería in San Rafael — first and only taco stand in the world to receive a Michelin star. Open 363 days a year. Famous for bistec and costilla tacos cooked on a simple comal with salt and a squeeze of lime. Cash only.
Avenida Ribera de San Cosme 56, Col. San Rafael, Cuauhtémoc, 06400 Mexico City, Mexico City
Menu
Dishes
- Taco de Bistec — Beef steak seared on plancha with lard, lime and salt
- Salsa Roja — Dried guajillo and pasilla chilis, smoky flavor
- Taco Gaonera — Signature: thinly sliced beef filet from lower front leg, seared with salt and lime. Named after bullfighter Rodolfo Gaona
- Taco de Costilla — Beef rib slow-cooked then charred, rich and juicy with crispy edges
- Fresh Handmade Corn Tortillas — Cooked alongside each order on the plancha
- Taco de Chuleta — Grilled pork chop, tender and juicy
- Salsa Verde — House-made with green tomatoes, cilantro, onion, serrano chili
Tasting Menu
- Signature Tacos (120) — Signature grilled beef tacos — first Michelin-starred taco stand in Mexico
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