Crowd-pleasing all-you-can-eat Mexican spot with tasty standouts like chamorro and cochinita, fair pricing, but long waits, valet hassles, and inconsistent service and quality.
Central de Antojos delivers solid value through respectable food quality and a generous AYCE format that keeps plates coming hot, but inconsistent execution and stretched service during peak hours prevent it from reaching higher territory. The lively, casual atmosphere suits families and groups seeking comfort-first Mexican fare, though operational friction—long waits, valet frustrations, and recent quality dips—tempers the experience for repeat visits.
Expect a queue outside this busy Escandón antojito hall, where servers explain the rounds and plates arrive hot. The scene is lively and casual rather than polished, with staff often described as friendly but stretched. One diner put it simply: "They kept bringing fresh tacos and pozole to the table, and we tried a bit of everything." Do note persistent complaints about valet logistics and long waits. Cooking leans traditional and hearty: chamorro, cochinita, pozole, flautas, and quesadillas. It is a straightforward, comfort-first approach, not a chef-driven spectacle. When the kitchen is humming, flavors hit the spot and the AYCE format feels generous; on off days, items can read bland or greasy, and a few diners reported hygiene lapses over the years. For families, the format suits sharing, and kids can stick to quesadillas and flautas. The current menu shows a vegetable pozole and sides like guacamole that many children tolerate. However, one review flagged unclear policies about charging for toddlers on promotions, so confirm rules before queuing. If your kid dislikes pork-forward menus, options may feel narrow.
Area vibe: Lively mixed-use corridor in Miguel Hidalgo with neighborhood diners and weekend crowds near Patriotismo/Revolución.
Safety: Generally safe with heavy traffic; some complaints about valet practices and cleanliness near adjacent public space.
What's nearby: Close to Patriotismo corridor, Metropoli Patriotismo mall, offices and residential blocks; steady foot traffic.