El Pedregal Azteca
A charming Mexican restaurant in Cuenca offering authentic flavors, a lively vibe, and breathtaking rooftop views.
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El Pedregal Azteca
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A charming Mexican restaurant in Cuenca offering authentic flavors, a lively vibe, and breathtaking rooftop views.
"The best Mexican cuisine I’ve enjoyed outside of Mexico; high-quality ingredients and flavors."
Rooftop Seating
Opt for rooftop seating on nice days for the best city views, including the cathedral.
Try Signature Dishes
Don't miss the guacamole with chicharrón, Taquitos Al Pastor, and rice pudding for dessert.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Mexican
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+593 7-282-3652
Address
Estévez de Toral 8-60, Cuenca, Ecuador
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Rooftop Views
Dine with stunning panoramic city views, especially of the cathedral. A must-visit for the ambiance.
Authentic Mexican Flavors
Experience genuine Mexican cuisine with homemade tortillas and unique dishes like mole.
Unique Dishes
Savor specialties like guacamole with chicharrón, Taquitos Al Pastor, and flavorful Yucatecan pork.
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Rooftop Seating
Opt for rooftop seating on nice days for the best city views, including the cathedral.
Try Signature Dishes
Don't miss the guacamole with chicharrón, Taquitos Al Pastor, and rice pudding for dessert.
Spice Level
Ask for your preferred heat level, from very little to respectable, when ordering.
Happy Hour Margaritas
Enjoy two-for-one margaritas during weekdays at lunchtime.
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Rooftop Seating
Opt for rooftop seating on nice days for the best city views, including the cathedral.
Try Signature Dishes
Don't miss the guacamole with chicharrón, Taquitos Al Pastor, and rice pudding for dessert.
Spice Level
Ask for your preferred heat level, from very little to respectable, when ordering.
Happy Hour Margaritas
Enjoy two-for-one margaritas during weekdays at lunchtime.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
El Pedregal Azteca is celebrated for its authentic Mexican flavors, with many praising the unique dishes and the delightful rooftop ambiance offering stunning city views. While some reviews mention slow service or slightly off flavors, the overall sentiment highlights high-quality ingredients and a genuine taste of Mexico that keeps diners returning.
"El Pedregal Azteca is one of the most charming Mexican restaurants in Cuenca.
The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor seating, but I highly recommend sitting on their rooftop on a nice day. The view of the city from the rooftop, especially of the cathedral is 🤌👌.
El Pedregal Azteca's decor is stunning, and the staff is extremely kind and attentive. The restaurant has a fun and lively vibe that makes dining there a fun experience.
The prices at El Pedregal Azteca are very reasonable. I couldn't resist ordering more than one dish 😋 The complimentary chips and salsa were amazing. I highly recommend trying the guacamole with Chicharrón's served with a side of corn tortillas, Taquito's Al Pastor, and the rice pudding and flan for dessert (the rice pudding and flan 🤩) you have to order!
Overall, everything I ate was delicious! I am looking forward to going back to El Pedregal Azteca again soon. It's a cool place to hang out and enjoy good food. El Pedregal Azteca is a 10/10."
Kristena Hayes
"Very good Mexican food and good prices.
Service was slow to start and I had to ask for salt and utensils.
Ordered pico de gallo and didn't receive it.
The salsa verde was too salty and I like salt😱
Guacamole needs more lime juice.
The only reason they received 3 stars was due to forgetting the pico de gallo and having salsa that was too salty.
I still highly recommend this place as it's not my first visit and I will be here again.
I really didn't want to give this place a 3.
I was here a few years ago and the rating then was 4 to 4.5.
Growth comes with pain."
Foodie
"From my experience it's the best Mexican restaurant in Cuenca. Being from southern California myself it's not that easy to find Mexican flavors here. The salsas are quite Mexican! It's a lovely place."
Laura Welch
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Frequently Asked Questions
Consider visiting during weekdays for lunch to take advantage of two-for-one margaritas.
The menu includes dishes like guacamole and refried beans, but specific vegetarian/vegan options should be confirmed with staff.
Reservations are recommended, especially for weekends, to ensure a table.
The lively vibe and delicious food make it enjoyable for families, though the rooftop might require extra supervision.
Popular choices include guacamole with chicharrón's, Taquitos Al Pastor, and the Yucatecan pork.
Yes, El Pedregal Azteca features both indoor and outdoor seating, with a highly recommended rooftop terrace.
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Dining Out
The mole sauce is outstanding, made from a family recipe using 25 ingredients. A bit on the pricey side by local standards. Open Tuesday – Sunday/lunch.
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Sin duda de las mejores pizzas de la ciudad, gran sabor, se siente fresca, el precio me parece justo y la atención igual, muy buena. En lo personal...
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