About
Taquería El Balín, located in the lively Colonia Obrera of Mexico City, offers a quintessential experience for taco enthusiasts. This cozy spot is a favorite among students and tourists alike, drawn in by its deliciously traditional Mexican flavors at impressively reasonable prices. Ideal for a casual meet-up with friends or a solo dining adventure, the restaurant is known for its late-night offerings and delectable desserts. While the service might take you longer than expected and the cleanliness could use some attention, the quiet yet fashionable atmosphere compensates for these minor missteps. Perfect for a quick bite or a leisurely meal with the option to dine in or take away, El Balín promises a flavorful journey into Mexico's beloved cuisine.
Price
Meals
Dinner
Cuisines
Mexican
Services
Takeaway, Dine-in
Offering
Serving desserts, Late-night food
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
- $$$$
- Dinner
- Mexican
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Dine-in
- Serving desserts
- Late-night food
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Fashionably
- Quietly
- Casual
- Cozy
- Meet up with friends
- Solo dining
- On-street parking
- Free parking
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Kid-friendly
- Quick service
- Toilet
- Popular with tourists
- Popular with students
How to get here?
The nearest public transport options for your convenience.
Reviews and Ratings
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- Food: 4
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 3
Muy buenos los de cecina y puerco

- Food: 5
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 3
Tacos muy tradicionales de la Doctores, buen sabor buen precio, falta limpieza, pero es lo tradicional

- Food: 4
- Service: 3
- Atmosphere: 3
Emblemáticos tacos con años de trayectoria, ricos, cumplidores, no hay más que agregar
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