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Mexican restaurant in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua
What should I order at Restaurante Viva México?
What to order
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Ribeye
Recommended multiple times as a top-tier, excellent meat option that did not disappoint.
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Sirloin
Mentioned as one of the plates ordered and praised as not disappointing, with great overall food quality.
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Mole
Called awesome in the reviews, making it one of the standout specific dishes mentioned.
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Shrimp plate
Highlighted as great as well, suggesting it is a strong choice among the menu items.
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Mexican plate
Recommended for letting diners taste different traditional Mexican foods in one dish.
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Pancho
A drink specifically praised for its refreshing cucumber-water, sugar, and tequila flavor.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 3:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
About Restaurante Viva México
Huge, lantern-lit space with lunch & breakfast buffets, plus evening shows of music & horse-riding.
Amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Restaurante Viva México known for?
It is best known for its breakfast buffet and dinner show, which includes mariachi, traditional Mexican dances, and horse-riding performances. Reviewers also highlight the variety of food and the cultural focus, saying it feels like a showcase of Mexican heritage rather than just a meal.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurante Viva México?
Reviewers specifically recommend the mole, the shrimp plate, the ribeye, and the sirloin, and several mention the Mexican plate for trying multiple traditional dishes in one meal. The food is often described as excellent and good for sharing while watching the show.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurante Viva México?
The atmosphere is described as large, lantern-lit, and beautifully decorated, with a casual but romantic and cozy feel. It suits groups and tourists especially well, and the stadium-style seating means you can see the show from most tables.
Is Restaurante Viva México a good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the food and show are worth the price, with meals and drinks for a group sometimes coming in around $220 USD total and the listed price range being MX$200–300. The show has an added charge, often mentioned around 79 pesos per person or 120 pesos without a main meal, but reviewers still call it reasonable for the experience.
Do you need a reservation or should you plan ahead?
Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for weekends and the dinner show, because reviewers say the place gets packed. One common tip is to arrive early, around 6 pm, so you can finish ordering before the performance starts and enjoy the full show.
Is parking available at Restaurante Viva México?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Restaurante Viva México kid-friendly?
Yes, Restaurante Viva México is good for kids.
