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Restaurant in Venustiano Carranza, Mexico City, Mexico City
What should I order at Modelo Cocina Urbana?
What to order
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Chilaquiles
Mentioned multiple times as delicious, including chilaquiles rojos with cecina, making it one of the most consistently praised dishes.
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Margarita
Frequently recommended in several forms, including the original lime margarita, cucumber margarita, and margarita capitan; reviewers repeatedly said the margaritas were very good or amazing.
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Tacos
Several taco dishes were highly praised, especially the ribeye tacos, Al Pastor tacos, tacos platter with New York steak, and a salmon lettuce leaf taco, all described as great or amazing.
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Guacamole
Called great in one review, standing out as a well-liked appetizer even when other food was only average.
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Tortilla Soup
Specifically singled out with strong enthusiasm: 'Love the tortilla soup here!' indicating it is a favorite for at least one repeat guest.
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Cecina
Recommended as part of the chilaquiles rojos with cecina, which was described as delicious.
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Salmon Lettuce Leaf Taco
A server-recommended specialty that a reviewer described as delicious, making it a notable standout dish.
Details
Location
Av. Capitán Carlos León S/N, Venustiano Carranza, Mexico City, Mexico City, 15620, MX
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
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| 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 Modelo Cocina Urbana
Modelo Cocina Urbana is a restaurant in Venustiano Carranza, Mexico City, located in the airport area. Its menu spans American restaurant, bar and grill, beer hall, breakfast restaurant, hamburger restaurant, and meat dish restaurant offerings, with review themes centered on chilaquiles, hanger steak, pastor tacos, tortilla soup, and margaritas. Reviewers consistently praise the attentive service, quick turnaround, and the fact that it works well for travelers with layovers or long waits. Many also note that the food feels better than expected for an airport restaurant, with Wi-Fi available for getting work done.
Amenities
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Frequently asked
What is Modelo Cocina Urbana known for?
It is especially known for airport-friendly meals like chilaquiles, pastor tacos, tortilla soup, and steak tacos, plus margaritas and micheladas. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the food is a strong reason to stop in during a layover, not just the location.
What dishes are most recommended at Modelo Cocina Urbana?
Reviewers most often highlight chilaquiles rojos with cecina, al pastor tacos, ribeye or New York steak tacos, tortilla soup, and the tacos platter with fries. The guacamole also gets positive mentions, and several people say the portions are generous enough to share.
How long should I plan to stay at Modelo Cocina Urbana before a flight?
Several reviews suggest it is best when you have sufficient time before boarding or need to kill a few hours, since service is often quick but the meals are meant to be enjoyed. It is also a practical stop if you want Wi-Fi and a place to work while waiting in the airport.
