⭐Mexico City's 2026 Michelin star taco restaurant: La Once Mil
Is La Once Mil worth it? Here’s our honest review of CDMX’s high-end, Michelin-starred taqueria, plus wait times, prices, and what to order.
We’ve walked past La Once Mil lots of times without giving it much thought. But in 2026, the Michelin Guide gave it a star.
Only 11 of the thousands of restaurants in Mexico City earned one or two stars, so when some friends were visiting we gave it a try.
It’s not exactly a secret, but we didn’t realize there are two La Once Mil locations:
La Once Mil - Lomas: This is the only address listed in the Michelin Guide
La Once Mil - Roma Norte: This is their second location, and the one we visited
📅 Do you need reservations for La Once Mil?
They don’t take reservations, so they’re one of the easier-to-get-into Michelin-starred restaurants. When we walked by on a Tuesday night there was a 30-minute waitlist and we were too hungry to wait.
We tried again at mid-afternoon on Wednesday. The place was packed, but we only waited about 10 minutes for a table.
They pour you a small glass of beer (Modelo) to drink while you wait, and there’s an area with some tables, chairs, and benches, so waiting isn’t bad. You don’t have to just hover outside the door.
The staff writes the wait list on a board next to the door, visible to everyone, so there’s no question about how many groups are ahead of you.
🌮 What’s the menu like at La Once Mil?
La Once Mil specializes in tacos. You can choose from:
Black angus prime trompo
Suckling pig and pork belly
Snapper al pastor
Wood-fired prime skirt steak
Mushroom barbacoa
Squash blossom quesadilla
Charcoal-grilled steak with bacon crust
These delgaditas (thinly sliced prime cuts:
Ribeye chairman’s reserve
center-cut filet mignon choice
Japanese A5 wagyu
Two tostadas:
Spicy tuna
Avocado with vegan ceviche
They serve five different salsas that range from mild to spicy you can add to your meal.
We each ordered two plates, and that felt like the right amount of food.
La Once Mil also offers a few side dishes and desserts, as well as beer, wine, soft drinks, and aguas frescas.
🍽️ What was the food like at La Once Mil?
Everything we ate was delicious and prepared well, with balanced flavors and decent-sized portions.
The meat was moist and tender, and it was worth saving room for the tres leches cake, which got rave reviews from people who know how it’s made and how it can go wrong.
The salsas packed great flavor, and the range of heat levels meant even hot food wimps like me have solid options.
The tortillas had great flavor, although the blue corn variety got a little soggy and crumbly.
We were underwhelmed by the drinks. We expected full bottles of beer, not glasses. And the rose was fine, but nothing special.
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💲How expensive is La Once Mil?
Prices are high by taqueria standards, and about what you would expect for interesting dishes made with quality ingredients in a well-appointed place.
Tacos/tostadas: $125 to $205 ($7.20 to $11.75 USD) with the exception of the Wagyu beef tacos, which clock in at a rather pricey $335 MXN ($19.20 USD)
Beer and nonalcoholic drinks: $75 to $85 MXN ($4.30 to $4.90 USD)
Wine (glass): $125 to $135 MXN ($7.20 to $7.80 USD)
Desserts: $120 to $165 MXN ($6.90 to $9.40 USD)
🎵 What’s the vibe like at La Once Mil?
La Once Mil feels trendy and fun. The free beer you get while you wait sets the welcoming atmosphere, and that carries through with the solid service.
The indoor/outdoor space is decorated in neural tones, with a water feature running alongside the outdoor tables.
The small but mighty open kitchen and bar/prep area makes it feel like you’re part of the action.
The music is loud enough to enhance the vibe but low enough to carry on a conversation with the people at your table.
Our verdict?
✅ Solid food options, great service, fun atmosphere. An easy, affordable way to say you ate in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
✖️ Not for you if you’re looking for cocktails, an expansive wine list, or a dinner where you want to linger.
The food looks scrumptious! Sounds like a good time was had by all.