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Brunch restaurant in Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, Mexico City
What should I order at Mendl Delicatessen?
What to order
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Bagels
Mentioned repeatedly as some of the best in town, with reviewers praising their texture, fresh ingredients, and overall quality.
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Lox Bagel
Frequently recommended for its flavorful smoked salmon/lox and fresh spreads; several reviewers called it a must-try breakfast item.
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Breakfast Sandwich
Highlighted as crave-worthy and delicious, with one reviewer calling it perfection and another saying the restaurant "really didn’t miss" with it.
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Turkish Eggs
Recommended by multiple reviewers who said they were addicted to them and found them super tasty.
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Rueben
Praised as phenomenal, with balanced flavors and especially good homemade bread and sauerkraut.
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Pastrami Sandwich
Called absolutely amazing and one of the best ever, with strong seasoning, generous portions, and great flavor.
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Schmear
Specifically praised as delicious, especially when paired with green onions and the restaurant’s bagels.
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Curated Salmon
Recommended as the house specialty and praised as a standout dish worth ordering.
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Banana Bread
Mentioned as a pastry not to miss, described as the perfect ending to the meal.
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Matzah Ball Soup
Called a must-have by a reviewer who said it was one of the highlights of the meal.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 6 PM |
About Mendl Delicatessen
Mendl Delicatessen is a brunch restaurant in Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, Mexico City. It is known for bagels, pastrami sandwiches, lox, and reuben sandwiches, with reviewers repeatedly praising the in-house baked bread and fresh spreads. The menu also gets strong notes for coffee, pastries, and generous portions. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with outdoor seating and a popular breakfast and brunch crowd.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Mendl Delicatessen known for?
Mendl Delicatessen is best known for its bagels, pastrami sandwich, lox, and reuben. Reviewers consistently mention the house-baked bread, balanced flavors, and fresh schmear, especially on the bagels and lox dishes.
What dishes are most recommended at Mendl Delicatessen?
The most recommended items are the bagels with schmear, the reuben, the lox, and the salmon bagel. Reviewers also call out the pastrami sandwich, turkey eggs, blintzes, and the chile-spiced lox for being especially memorable.
What is the atmosphere like at Mendl Delicatessen?
The space is described as cozy, quiet, trendy, and filled with plants, with a light-filled courtyard and outdoor seating. It suits solo breakfast visits, brunch with groups, and relaxed meals for people who want a calm dine-in experience in Cuauhtémoc.
Is Mendl Delicatessen good value, and what is the price range?
Mendl Delicatessen is priced at MX$300–500, and reviewers say the portions are plentiful and the quality is high enough to justify the cost. People often mention that the sandwiches are generously filled and that the food is worth the wait.
How long is the wait at Mendl Delicatessen?
Wait times are common, especially on weekends and peak hours, with some reviewers quoted 45 minutes and actually waited about 30, while others reported 10 to 15 minutes on Saturdays or no wait on weekdays. Several reviews mention that the coffee and pastry setup while waiting makes the delay easier.
Is parking available at Mendl Delicatessen?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Mendl Delicatessen kid-friendly?
Yes, Mendl Delicatessen is good for kids.
