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At Lalo! in Mexico City’s Roma Norte, the day starts early and stays vibrant. Self-described as a café, pizzeria, and kitchen, this spot on Zacatecas 173 serves breakfast and brunch Tuesday through Sunday from 8 AM to 4 PM – a schedule that suits both early risers and those who take their time.
The menu is built around house-made staples. Granola, chorizo, requesón, and even the maple syrup for the buttermilk pancakes are made in-house. Chilaquiles come with or without eggs, and there is a seasonal offering of scrambled eggs with escamoles and salsa verde. For a lighter start, seasonal fruit, an açai bowl, or a granola bowl with vanilla yogurt and compota are on the list. The avocado toast adds heirloom tomatoes and arugula, with an option to add house-cured bacon.
Lalo! is equally a place for drinks. The coffee program covers espresso, cappuccino, latte, cold brew, and more. Fresh juices range from classic orange to blends like Verde (orange, pineapple, celery, parsley, nopal) and Blanco (oat, peanut butter, banana, agave, almond milk). The wine list is thoughtful, with biodynamic and organic bottles from France and Mexico, available by the glass or bottle. Cocktails include a Margarita, Aperol Spritz, and a Mezcalina de frutos rojos.
The grocery section – selling house-made chorizo, fresh pasta, tortillas, salsas, and even blue corn tostadas – hints at a kitchen that values craft. This commitment to quality earned Lalo! a Michelin Recommended distinction, marking it as a destination for contemporary brunch in Mexico City. The atmosphere is relaxed, with outdoor seating and table service, fitting for a neighborhood that thrives on good food and easy-going hospitality.
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