What should I order at La Nueva Central?
La Nueva Central
Menudo
Recommended multiple times as the best menudo ever eaten, praised for being well seasoned, very fresh, and complemented with freshly baked bread.
Mole with shredded chicken
Highly recommended for its balanced flavor, being not too sweet and having just the right amount of spice, served with great rice and beans.
Cheesecake
Mentioned several times as amazing and really good, making it a standout dessert choice.
Milanesa (torta and plate)
Frequently praised as really good and great, with positive remarks about both the torta and the milanesa plate.
Tortilla soup
Recommended as very delicious and a great option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Enchiladas suizas with rice
Specifically recommended for being really good and worth trying.
Tostadas de ceviche
Noted as fresh and flavorful, making it a good choice for seafood lovers.
Mocha cafe
Mentioned positively as really good, appealing to those who enjoy coffee beverages.
Cafe lechero
Recommended for its delicious taste and as a complement to meals.
Pan dulce
Highlighted as really good, ideal for those who enjoy sweet Mexican pastries.
Banana milkshake
Mentioned as good and a nice beverage option to accompany the meal.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
About La Nueva Central
Laid-back, circa-1958 restaurant offering international dishes in a colorful dining area.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Drive-through
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is La Nueva Central known for?
It is especially known for tortilla soup, chilaquiles, pan dulce, and cafe con leche, plus its own bakery. Reviewers also praise the fresh bread, menudo, and shredded chicken with mole, saying the food is well seasoned and served with fast, attentive service.
What dishes are most recommended at La Nueva Central?
The most repeated recommendations are tortilla soup, chilaquiles, pan dulce, cafe con leche, menudo, and shredded chicken with mole. People also mention the lemonade, cheesecake, and freshly baked bread as standouts, especially for breakfast and bakery items.
What is the atmosphere like at La Nueva Central?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, historic, quiet, and trendy, with a big, spacious dining room and a colorful interior. Reviewers describe it as busy and often crowded, which makes it a fit for groups, families, tourists, and solo diners who do not mind a wait.
Is La Nueva Central good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is MX$100–200, and reviewers repeatedly call the prices good, excellent, and very accessible. Several comments say the food selection is strong for the cost, with clean dining areas and generous portions adding to the value.
When is the best time to go to La Nueva Central?
Reviewers say to get there early because it is often packed, especially at busy meal times, and there is usually a wait that depends on group size. Since it is open 24 hours, it can also be a practical option when you want breakfast, lunch, dinner, or late-night food outside normal hours.
Is parking available at La Nueva Central?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does La Nueva Central have vegetarian options?
Yes, La Nueva Central offers vegetarian options.
Is La Nueva Central kid-friendly?
Yes, La Nueva Central is good for kids.
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