La Vicenta
Nueva Vallejo, Mexico City
Restaurant in Mexico City, Mexico
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Book La Vicenta if you need an easy, casual meal around Parque Vía Vallejo rather than a destination restaurant night. It makes sense for north Mexico City logistics, relaxed groups, and end-of-week flexibility; for a clearer traditional Mexican cuisine signal, compare it with Nicos before deciding.
About La Vicenta
Should you visit La Vicenta in Mexico City? Yes if you want an easy, casual meal and the hours fit your plans. La Vicenta offers a straightforward experience: it is in Mexico City, the dress code is casual, and it keeps daily hours with later closing from Thursday through Saturday.
The main reason to choose it is practical fit. If La Vicenta is convenient for your day in Mexico City, it can work as a low-friction option; if not, compare it with other dining before building an itinerary around it. For broader planning, use Our full Mexico City restaurants guide to decide whether it fits the rest of the day.
Choose it for an easy casual meal, not a trophy booking
La Vicenta is easier to justify for a relaxed plan than for a high-stakes special occasion. It does not offer an award signal, chef-led format, tasting menu, price tier, or specific cuisine claim. The decision should be based on the basics: Mexico City location, casual dress code, and hours that run from 1 PM to 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday, and from 1 PM to 1 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. If you are comparing other options, Nicos, El Bajío, Cocina de Hacienda, Puerto Mixe Oaxaca, and Tacos El Paisa Lindavista are useful names to consider alongside other dining choices.
Timing matters. La Vicenta opens at 1 PM daily and stays open later from Thursday through Saturday, which may make it easier to fit into an end-of-week plan. Avoid assuming details such as a particular menu format, bar setup, takeout, delivery, allergy accommodations, or a specific price level unless you confirm them directly before going.
Where it fits in a Mexico City plan
Choose this when the group values ease over ceremony and the details match the plan. It is not the pick to describe as an awards destination, a named-chef restaurant, or a tightly defined cuisine experience. It is best treated as a casual Mexico City option with useful daily hours. Travelers comparing where to eat should also check Our full Mexico City hotels guide, Our full Mexico City bars guide, and Our full Mexico City experiences guide so the restaurant choice matches the rest of the itinerary.
Planning details
- Location
- Parque Vía Vallejo, Calz. Vallejo 1090, Sta Cruz de las Salinas, Azcapotzalco, 02340 CDMX, Mexico
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- lavicenta.com.mx
- Phone
- +525591307261
The take
The Take
The Vibe
La Vicenta presents itself as a neighborhood anchor in Azcapotzalco rather than a destination for tourists. The writing frames the restaurant as intentionally placed — a kitchen that draws identity from its location at Parque Vía Vallejo and caters to the surrounding community. That sense of place translates to an unassuming, locally minded vibe: food-forward, robust, and keyed to familiar, satisfying dishes. The venue reads as rooted and direct rather than polished for international press, which gives it the feel of a valued local find where authenticity and heartland cooking matter more than trend-driven presentation.
Best For
This is a place built for casual, convivial occasions: group dinners, after-work crowds and late-night hangs feature prominently in the venue's profile. The menu’s focus on hearty proteins — Rib Eye, Filete Chemita and grilled chicken — alongside share-friendly options like wings lends itself to communal meals and celebrations with friends. Visitors arriving for an informal celebration or a night out can expect unpretentious, energetic service and plates designed to satisfy larger appetites, making La Vicenta a practical pick for anyone looking for lively neighborhood dining rather than a formal tasting experience.
Ordering Tips
When ordering, prioritize the signature items called out for the restaurant: the Filete Chemita and Rib Eye represent the grill-forward side of the menu, while Chile en Nogada signals a connection to traditional Mexican classics. The wings (available with BBQ or Buffalo sauce) and grilled chicken are also noted specialties. Together these dishes show the kitchen’s range from classic regional fare to straightforward, meat-forward plates. Opting for a mix of the traditional (Chile en Nogada) and the grilled proteins gives a clear sense of what defines La Vicenta’s menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Laid-back and energetic with a young concept, featuring screens throughout for sports viewing and an inviting, casual vibe that feels like home.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Family style
- Wine Program
- Standard
- Drinks Focus
- Beer, Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- Filete Chemita
- Chile en Nogada
- Wings with BBQ or Buffalo sauce
- Rib Eye
- Grilled Chicken
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Parque Vía Vallejo, Calz. Vallejo 1090, Sta Cruz de las Salinas, Azcapotzalco, 02340 CDMX, Mexico
Planning details
Location
Parque Vía Vallejo, Calz. Vallejo 1090, Sta Cruz de las Salinas, Azcapotzalco, 02340 CDMX, Mexico · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If La Vicenta is too far north for the night, cross-shop Nicos for traditional Mexican cooking with a clearer price signal. If the group wants something faster and more casual near the same broad side of the city, Tacos El Paisa Lindavista is the more practical backup.
Restaurant context
How La Vicenta compares in Mexico City
La Vicenta is the easier, lower-pressure choice when Parque Vía Vallejo or Azcapotzalco is already convenient. Nicos is the better pick for diners who want a clearer traditional Mexican identity and a listed $ price tier, while Tacos El Paisa Lindavista is the sharper choice for a faster, more casual north-side meal.
Against El Bajío, La Vicenta is more about convenience than a known category position. Choose El Bajío when the group wants a more established traditional Mexican comparison; choose La Vicenta when the location solves the evening. Puerto Mixe Oaxaca and Cocina de Hacienda sit outside the metro comparison set, so they make more sense for itinerary-specific meals than for a direct Mexico City dinner swap.
For value, the safest read is practical rather than prestige-led: La Vicenta looks like the low-friction booking, Nicos gives the clearer cuisine-and-price signal, and Tacos El Paisa Lindavista is the better fallback when speed matters. If ambiance is the deciding factor, pick based on the night's geography first.
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Compare La Vicenta
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Vicenta | Mexico City | , | , | No published awards |
| Puerto Mixe Oaxaca | Gustavo A Madero | , | , | No published awards |
| Tacos El Paisa Lindavista | Mexico City | , | , | No published awards |
| Cocina de Hacienda | Tlalnepantla De Baz | , | , | No published awards |
| Nicos | Mexico City | Mexican, Traditional Cuisine | $ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #84Michelin Guide Mexico 20262025 Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants · #842025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #942025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #692024 Michelin Plate2023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #70 |
| El Bajío | Mexico City | , | , | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to La Vicenta?
Keep it casual. The dress code for La Vicenta is casual, and there is no formal-dining or award-based reason to overdress.
Is La Vicenta good for a special occasion?
Only if the occasion is low-key and the basics are enough for your group. La Vicenta is a casual Mexico City option, but it does not offer awards, a chef-led format, a tasting menu, or a specific cuisine style.
When is La Vicenta open?
The hours are 1 PM to 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday, and 1 PM to 1 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Can I eat at the bar at La Vicenta?
Is afternoon or evening better at La Vicenta?
Either can work depending on your schedule. La Vicenta opens at 1 PM daily; it closes at 10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday, and at 1 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What are alternatives to La Vicenta?
For comparison, consider Nicos, El Bajío, Cocina de Hacienda, Puerto Mixe Oaxaca, or Tacos El Paisa Lindavista, along with other dining options that fit your location and schedule.
