Comedor Jacinta

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Comedor Jacinta: Chef Edgar Núñez's Mexican Comfort in Mexico City

Comedor Jacinta

In Mexico City’s Polanco neighborhood, Comedor Jacinta is a fonda de barrio where chef Edgar Núñez brings the tastes of his upbringing to the table. The menu draws from memories of his mother, grandmothers, and tías, reimagining recipes passed down through generations using the best local ingredients. It’s a place that invites you to unwind after a long day, linger over a meal, and enjoy a drink.

The food is rooted in Mexican cuisine, but the approach is not rigid. Núñez applies classic techniques to familiar flavors, aiming to create dishes he loves to eat daily. As he puts it, the restaurant is “a Mexican place, cool and with a vibe.” The setting is equally relaxed, with counter dining, outdoor seating, and a welcoming atmosphere that encourages sobremesa—the long, unhurried conversation after a meal.

The menu is extensive, covering everything from botanas and molcajetes to wood-fired meats and seafood. Standouts include the chile relleno de fideo seco en salsa de frijol, enmoladas de pollo, and pierna de pavo en pipián verde. The leña y humo section features grilled specialties like organic eggs, smoked asparagus, and barbacoa de res estilo norteño. For those who prefer the sea, there are tostadas, aguachile, and ceviche mixto estilo Progreso.

Comedor Jacinta’s commitment to honest, flavorful cooking earned it a Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2026—a recognition of good quality, good value cooking. It’s a place where the past and present meet on the plate, and where every dish feels like a homecoming.