About
El Cardenal in Mexico City's Colonia Nápoles promises a delightful Mexican dining experience without breaking the bank. Known for its quick and friendly service, this cozy and casually stylish restaurant is popular with both tourists and locals craving authentic Mexican fare. Whether you're in the mood for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, El Cardenal offers a menu featuring homemade breads, signature hot chocolate, and a variety of small plates.
With an impressive 4.6 rating on Google, visitors appreciate the very good experience and the amicable staff. Guests can enjoy sipping on cocktails, wine, or beer, while indulging in the array of desserts and coffees available. While there might be a wait due to its popularity, reservations and takeaway options make it easier to plan a visit. For those who enjoy dining with fresh air, the outdoor seating is a welcome feature. El Cardenal is ideal for meeting up with friends or enjoying a quiet solo meal.
Price
Meals
Breakfast, Branch, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisines
Mexican
Services
Takeaway, Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee, Serving food
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
- $$$$
- Breakfast
- Branch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Mexican
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Serving alcohol
- Serving desserts
- Small plates
- Serving cocktails
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving coffee
- Serving food
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Fashionably
- Quietly
- Casual
- Cozy
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- Paid parking
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- High chairs available
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Usually a wait
- Popular with tourists
Reviews and Ratings
Write a review
- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
EXQUISITO, Como SIEMPRE!.

Excelente servicio y la comida exquisita

- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Buen platillo, buen costo, increíble todo.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address of El Cardenal?El Cardenal is located at Av. Del Parque 36, 03810, Mexico City, Colonia Nápoles, Mexico.
- How to get here by public transport?The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Dakota (526 m walk)
- Bus station Poliforum (306 m walk)
- Bus station La Piedad (727 m walk)
- Bus station Nápoles (589 m walk)
- How is El Cardenal rated by visitors?El Cardenal has an average rating of 4.6 based on 2,725 reviews across platforms such as Google.
- Does the venue have outdoor seating?Yes, outdoor seating is available, making it ideal during warm weather.
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