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Tezontle RestaurantA-

Rcda. de Jesús 7, Centro Histórico de la Cdad. de México, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico · Restaurant · Centro Histórico

Creative Oaxacan-leaning rooftop spot with table-side salsa and standout moles; excellent food but service and reservation handling can be inconsistent.

Why this grade

Tezontle delivers exceptional food quality with creative Oaxacan-influenced cooking and outstanding rooftop setting appeal that creates memorable dining moments. However, inconsistent execution—including reservation hiccups and occasional unavailable signature items—prevents grade A territory. The restaurant excels as a special-occasion destination for contemporary Mexican cuisine but shows operational friction that keeps it from elite standing.

One caveat: Reservation management can be inconsistent; some waited long despite bookings

What to order here

• Table-side salsa with fresh tortillas
• Mole dishes (various, including enmoladas de pato)
• Tlayudas

What stands out

• Emotional wow from moles and steak finished with chili butter
• Personal touches like table-side salsa
• Calm rooftop ambiance in a historic building

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