There’s no denying the Mexico pavilion is a popular one – and so is the Mexico booth at the Food and Wine Festival.
Located along the water near La Cantina de San Angel, this booth is known for serving up everything from chilaquiles, to tacos, to Mexican craft beer.
And let’s not forget the margaritas! It wouldn’t be a stop in the Mexico pavilion without some tequila, right? Keep in mind that these beverages are on the pricer side.
Many of the dishes are typically decent sizes here compared to what you get at the other marketplaces.
Seeing as this pavilion is a fan-favorite, this booth can get busy, so plan accordingly. That said, Mexico usually isn’t one of our top booths. But, this year, we walked away with 2 favorite items.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Mexico booth, including reviews, photos, and our must-trys.
Overview
Location: Near the Mexico Pavilion
Nearby booths: Brew-Wing, Hawaii, The Swanky Saucy Swine
Nearby seating areas: La Cantina de San Angel (Quick Service spot in Mexico), Odyssey Events Pavilion (tables inside with A/C), standing tables nearby
Not to miss: Capirotada de Chocolate, Blood Orange Charm Margarita
Mexico Booth Menu
Food
GF = gluten friendly, PB = plant-based, KF = kid friendly
Beverages
2022 Mexico Menu
Review Disclaimer
When it comes to our reviews and ratings, we thought it would be helpful if you had a better understanding of our personal preferences (what we like and don’t like), along with if there are any dietary restrictions.
Here’s a breakdown of not only who is doing the reviews, but a little more information about what each of us likes and doesn’t like food and drink-wise.
Shannon (Founder)
- Likes: Almost everything
- Dislikes: Beers that taste “stinky,” anything too salty
- Dietary Restrictions: None
Heather (Editor)
- Likes: Strong flavors, anything made out of potatoes, white wines, all beers (especially stouts and wheat beers), doesn’t mind sweet (plain fruit is NOT a dessert. Ever.)
- Dislikes: Things that are too spicy, anything with a bone still in it, cocktails with too much whiskey or tequila (thanks to having too much fun in college), some red wines, most IPAs
- Dietary Restrictions: Shellfish allergy
Felicia (Content Manager)
- Likes: Mezcal, savory drinks, stouts/lagers/wheats/sour beers, vinegar, tart/sour items, chocolate, fresh vegetables and fruits, red meat
- Dislikes: Ciders, sweet drinks, anything milky or creamy, chili powder, cumin, weirded out by textures, mayonnaise, saucy/wet food, cream-filled pastries, artificial fruit flavors, cooked fruits, frozen items (drinks or ice cream)
- Dietary Restrictions: None
Allyson (Managing Writer)
- Likes: Cheesecake (the more sweets, the better), anything mint, hazy IPAs and wheat beers (big beer fan), tofu and most Impossible dishes, mushrooms
- Dislikes: Wine (only likes a few dry ones), cream ales and stouts/porters, super sweet cocktails, floral flavors (lavender, rose), anything almond-flavored, things that are too spicy, olives, meat and seafood (see below)
- Dietary Restrictions: Vegetarian (personal choice)
Photos & Reviews
Taco al Pastor
Seared pork belly pastor on a corn tortilla with chipotle black beans, pineapple, pickled onions, and chives.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Great combo of ingredients, messy, meat a little fatty.
Heather: Little spicy…like TINY bit, but very good flavor.
Felicia: Very good. Slight spice to it, the pineapple is delicious, and the pastor is perfectly seasoned.
Tostada de Barbacoa
Barbacoa beef on a fried corn tortilla with chipotle black beans, salsa verde, Mexican crema, queso fresco, and chives.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Nice crunchy shell, great combo of flavors, just a hint of a spicy kick.
Heather: Another tasty option. Spicier than the other. The shell is fantastic – I know it’s just a corn tortilla, but it doesn’t taste like you bought it at a grocery store.
Felicia: Not a fan of beans but really loved this. The beans aren’t gritty, the barbacoa is flavorful and tender, and the toppings are a nice touch.
Capirotada de Chocolate
Capirotada is Mexican bread pudding style dessert that is commonly consumed during Lent. This version is an abuelita chocolate bread pudding served with a chocolate crème anglaise.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Very generously sized, warm chocolate is delicious, cinnamon (or similar spice) lingers after.
Heather: Absolutely delicious. Hints of cinnamon with a rich chocolate. I would totally get this again. And again. And probably again.
Felicia: The flavor is fine but the texture is awful. The texture reminds me of partially cooked cake batter. Probably good if you’re a fan of bread pudding.
Allyson: I did not like this last year, but really enjoyed it this time. It wasn’t as mushy as I remember.
Mexican Craft Beer
This is a Mexican Craft Beer. It’s unclear what kind it is or who brews it, but you could say it’s comparable to Modelo Negra.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: Delicious light citrus beer.
Heather: Solid beer. No tricks. No flare. Just a good BEER.
Felicia: This is a mystery “craft beer” that is just okay. Not sure what it is. Since they won’t even name what it is, I wouldn’t get it.
Allyson: I really liked this. Good flavor. Reminds me of Modelo Negra.
Blood Orange Charm Margarita
A margarita made with Centinela Blanco tequila, blood orange aperitif, black currant infused vodka, and prosecco served on the rocks with pink peppercorns and sweet dried chile salt rim.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: The pink peppercorns are interesting but ultimately too strong and hard to keep from getting in my teeth. If you can keep those away, the overall taste of this margarita is delicious.
Heather: Coming soon!
Felicia: This is okay. Pretty sweet and it’s not very interesting. The pink peppercorns are a fun peppery addition.
Allyson: Solid margarita. Liked this better than the Mango. Definitely on the pricier side for the size, though.
It Takes 2 to Mango Margarita
A margarita made with smoky Mezcal Ilegal Joven, mango puree, Nixta corn liqueur, rum, and ancho chile lime juice served on the rocks with hibiscus salt rim.
Our Thoughts
Shannon: The light fruity flavors come through. Nice portion. Refreshing.
Heather: I only like mezcal margaritas, and this is a good option for people that don’t like tequila.
Felicia: Giving this a 4 for the mezcal but the mango is a bit artificial and overly sweet.
Allyson: Solid margarita. Definitely on the pricier side for the size, though.
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