Location: Tlalpujahua
Top Restaurants in Tlalpujahua
Where to Eat in Tlalpujahua: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Tlalpujahua (Spanish [tlapuxa'wa] (help·info); formally Tlalpujahua de Rayón) is a town and municipality located in the far northeast of the state of Michoacán in central Mexico. It is a former mining town, home of the Dos Estrellas Mine, which was the leading producer of gold in the early 20th century. A major landslide of mud and mining debris damaged this mine and buried about one-third of the town in 1937, effectively ending mining. In the 1960s, a local by the name of Joaquín Muñoz Orta began making Christmas tree ornaments here. This eventually grew into what is now one of the largest producers of ornaments called Adornos Navideños SA de CV. In addition to this and another factory, there are about 150 small workshops dedicated to making Christmas items, with about 70% of the town’s economy based on it. In 2005, the town, with its narrow stone streets and adobe/stone houses with red tile roofs, was made a Pueblo Mágico as part of its efforts to attract tourism.
Things to do in Tlalpujahua
1. Cafe Km 118
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Alfredo-Tourguide - Morelia
Driving west in Mexico from Mexico city to Morelia, is not easy to find a good café to stop for drinks and sandwiches. The only one recommended in miles is “Km 118”, located almost midway on 15D toll road, is a nice place with good food, coffee, juice, salads, not to mention the pastries since they have a very good bakery. Some specialties are the “Toluqueña” & “Cod” tortas, next to fresh salads, all served hygiene safe. Every time I stop there, I confirm they have the cleanest restrooms all around. Don’t waste your time with invoice & paperwork after you pay the bill. Consider the food is good so, go out thinking them don´t care much, plus they have no waiters. If you stop for luch 2-4 PM service may be slower than usual. Good luck.
2. Restaurante La Ventana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 16 reviews
Contemporanean cuisine, immersed in a relaxed ambiance, regional and specialty plates.
Reviewed By liskopoikka - Valle de Bravo, Mexico
Me encontré este rico lugar donde comer y sentarse a beber un rico pulque con unas tostadas vegetarianas bastante ricas.
3. Vagon Express Minero
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By jlplaza21 - Toluca, Mexico
the restaurant is quite an attraction from years ago and even whit no gold locals managed to change their way of live into great meals and places.
4. La Terraza
Overall Ratings
3 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By Weerobbie - Kingston, Ontario
You can't beat the view and ambiance of this rooftop restaurant. The service was friendly and the Terrace very pleasant for lunch. The menu, unfortunately, is limited but the prices are good. I really wanted to rate this restaurant top-tier for all of the above but unfortunately the food was really greasy and just not that good.
5. El Recuerdo
Overall Ratings
5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Randall C
Es el lugar para comer en El Oro, las personas que atienden y qué además son sus dueños son muy amables. El acceso puede ser un poco complicado pero vale la pena.
6. Agave 1621
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By liskopoikka - Valle de Bravo, Mexico
Aquí sí que no puedes dejar de catar la variedad magnifica de mezcales: desde un arroqueño hasta un tobaziche. La salsa de chiles de agua y gusanos de maguey está exquisita. Y la atención de Ramiro, y su familia está maravillosamente acogedora. Felicidades.
7. Quinta La Huerta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Deana S - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
I have visited this city a few times and this hotel is in the perfect location. With off street parking and right in the center of town, it's great for browsing the shops and then being able to drop off purchases and head back out. As the town shuts down early (and I mean early) during weekdays this hotel also offers a place to grab a bit to eat. It´s not always open so do check and it will be basic but stick with traditional Mexican fair and you'll be ok. Only Telcel gets service in this area of Mexico so plan accordingly. This hotel offers free internet but not all rooms can get it to make sure you find your hot spots if you need to communicate with anyone.There is a pool and Jacuzzi but it's not really warm in the winter. The rooms are clean and equipped with all the essentials. Remember that you are in the Mountains of Michoacan and it can get chilly. I didn´t find the rooms to be cold but be sure you bring some warm PJ´s if you are traveling during the winter to see the Christmas decoration fair or the monarchs.
I will always select this hotel for all visits to the area.
8. La Terraza Restaurant Cafe
Overall Ratings
3 based on 8 reviews
La Terraza Restaurant Café. Aquí se juntan el Hambre con la comida y el buen sabor de Michoacán. Cocina Regional. La vista más bella de Tlalpujahua.
Reviewed By Deana S - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
I would not list anything exceptional when it comes to food but it was fine. We only had guacamole and quesadillas but the staff was very friendly and even though they were about to close, took our order. The views are incredible of both the Mountains and the city. Well worth a stop to take in the views and grab some munchies.
Everything closes fairly early in this town except maybe on the weekends during the late fall so don´t wait till dinner to stop by.
