In the Federal District there is an endless number of restaurants, it would be impossible to list them all, but we can focus on one of the most important spaces in the capital. Near the central square are some of the most beloved restaurants by the locals, as they offer great service and even better food. Here we leave you our top 5: restaurants in the historic center. El Cardenal. There may be no other place as packed as this one during breakfast hours. It is true that it also opens for lunch, but from 9 to 11 in the morning, you definitely have to queue. It could be their freshly baked conchas with cream, or perhaps the enfrijoladas or the huevos motuleños. A myriad of irresistible Mexican specialties are served here, and combined with the old colonial building, it creates an unforgettable experience. Calle Palma 23, Centro Histórico, 5521 8815.

Café Tacuba. Founded in 1912, this is another classic of the center. The place itself is unparalleled, with its walls adorned with mosaics and tiles plus wooden chandeliers and baroque mirrors making you feel like you've traveled back in time. As for the menu, it's hard to choose between the chorizo tostadas, Tacuba-style panuchos, pachuqueñas enchiladas, and garlic mojo fish fillet. Tacuba 28, Centro Histórico, 5521 2048.

El Danubio. If you crave seafood, a good ceviche, or a shrimp cocktail while you’re in the center, then this is the place; there’s no other like it. The special seafood consommé is not to be missed, the champagne seabass fillet is a more special alternative, and if you fancy a typical yet delicious dish, then the grilled prawns will not disappoint. República de Uruguay 3, Centro Histórico, 5512 0912.

Azul Histórico. Of all the restaurants on this list, this one is the newest; in fact, it is no more than three years old. Despite this, it has become a classic as it is located in an old stone colonial palace that gives it an elegant and romantic atmosphere. Mexican specialties are the order of the day but with slight changes that modernize them. This is the case with the venison buñuelos in black mole sauce and other specialties from the place. Isabel la Católica 30, Centro Histórico, 5510 1316.

La Ópera. This is, in fact, a bar, a cantina. Although it has all the appearance of an old tavern, there is no need to worry because if one is hungry, they won’t let you go without eating. In fact, their snails in chipotle sauce, Galician-style ham hock, and seafood soup attract more diners to eat than to drink. Here you can expect an atmosphere of revolutionary Mexico and attentive and cordial service. Calle 5 de mayo 10, Centro Histórico, 5512 8959.