Creative cecina-focused Mexican with a lively terrace and strong drinks; great for groups, but service inconsistency and occasional hygiene complaints mean expectations should be managed.
La Secina delivers reliable Mexican dining anchored by an exceptional rooftop terrace and strong cecina and lechon tacos, but variable seasoning and meat texture across visits prevent higher performance. Service ranges from genuinely helpful to occasionally dismissive, and pricing sits above casual taqueria level—justified by the setting and ingredient focus, though some find it steep. Worth visiting for the terrace experience and Oaxacan specialties, with realistic expectations about consistency.
The terrace is the star here, a sunny rooftop that feels warm and buzzing without tipping into chaos. Servers often come across as friendly and helpful, and one diner raved that their waiter "walked us through the menu with patience." However, there are some review authenticity concerns and a few hygiene complaints over time, so take the raves with a bit of caution. The kitchen leans Mexican comfort with an Oaxacan twist: cecina tacos, tlayudas, chapulines, and bold salsas. Many love the lechon tacos and the refreshing nopal salad, while a minority report oversalted or chewy cecina. Prices are above taqueria level but make sense for the setting and ingredient focus. Families do fine here thanks to a flexible menu: pancakes de elote, fruit with yogurt, huevos rancheros, and mild chilaquiles are kid-friendly. Portions are reasonable rather than huge, so plan an extra side if feeding big appetites.
Area vibe: Lively residential-meets-commercial zone with cafes, restaurants, and bars; attracts locals and visitors.
Safety: Generally safe with steady foot traffic; standard urban awareness at night.
What's nearby: Close to coworking, shops, and main avenues; terrace appeal for socializing.
Cecina tacos and lechón are the signature picks, with tlayudas and nopal salad as strong follow-ups.
Casual dress is fine, but be prepared for modest portions, variable service, and limited street parking.
A sunny rooftop terrace gives the place a warm, buzzing, social vibe ideal for groups.