Where Generations of Hidalgo-Style Barbecue Come Alive

In La Roma Sur, El Hidalguense serves exceptional barbacoa, the traditional pit-roasted lamb that’s a weekend ritual in Mexico. Owner Moisés Rodríguez sources lamb from his family farm in Hidalgo state, preparing it in the centuries-old method of wrapping the meat in maguey leaves and slow-cooking it underground.

Open only Friday through Sunday, the restaurant fills with locals seeking authentic barbacoa tacos, consomé (rich lamb broth), and pancita (seasoned organ meats). The simplicity of the space emphasizes what matters: the intensely flavorful meat and handmade tortillas.

Essential Details:

• Days: Friday-Sunday only, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM
• Location: Campeche 155, Roma Sur
• Price: $15-25 USD per person
• No reservations accepted
• Cash only
• Phone: +52 55 5564 0538

Pro Tip: Arrive early (before 11 AM) to ensure the best cuts of meat. Order the consomé to start – it’s the traditional way to begin a barbacoa feast. English menu available upon request.