Come and enjoy the authentic Mexican gastronomy and great flavors at La Cabaña de J.R., the restaurant that combines traditional flavors from central Mexico with a cozy and charming atmosphere. Here, you can indulge in a wide variety of dishes, from classic snacks like sopes, quesadillas, and pambazos, to more elaborate options such as mole with chicken, tender adobo pork shank, comforting tortilla soup, or the must-try guacamole with k’astakán. Don’t forget to try the irresistible tacos villamelón and the delicious enmoladas, which are the pride of their kitchen.
Strategically located in the Emiliano Zapata Norte neighborhood, near the casinos, this restaurant combines traditional flavors, a cozy ambiance, and a touch of nostalgia that will transport you to a rustic cabin with all the charm of Mexico.
From the moment you walk through the door, La Cabaña de J.R. envelops you in a warm atmosphere. Its small entrance room, decorated with sofas and carefully selected details, invites you to relax. In the back, the main dining area with wooden tables and chairs, screens, and occasionally live music, creates the perfect setting for an unforgettable meal. Additionally, its air conditioning is a welcome relief from Mérida’s heat.
But the real star is the Mexican cuisine. Here, every dish tells a story. Start your experience with irresistible appetizers like melted cheese, gratin chistorra, or guacamole with k’astakán. Then, let yourself be tempted by their soups: the classic caldo tlapeño, comforting pozole rojo, or a birria consommé that tastes like tradition.
Are you a taco lover? Here, you’ll find a variety ranging from juicy arrachera to flavorful beef birria or tacos de cecina yecapixtla. And if you prefer something heartier, their "From the Grandmother" section offers iconic dishes like mole with chicken or cheese-stuffed chiles, perfect for those moments when you crave homemade flavors.
For meat lovers, you can’t miss their choice select arrachera or their tender adobo pork shank. How about some crispy quesabirrias to accompany your meal? The variety is so extensive that you’ll want to come back again and again.
Additionally, at La Cabaña de J.R., they know that a good meal deserves a great drink. Their menu includes a wide selection of tequilas, mezcals, cocktails, beers, and spirits that perfectly complement the flavors of their dishes.
If you’re looking for a place for a special occasion, their private room at the back is ideal for celebrations in a more intimate and comfortable setting.
And as if all this weren’t enough, Wednesdays become a paradise for pozole lovers: 2x1 on all pozoles!
At La Cabaña de J.R., you don’t just eat—you experience tradition, flavor, and Mexican hospitality at its finest. Don’t wait any longer, visit them and let yourself be conquered!
Contact Information
- Hours: From 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday to Sunday
- Address: Calle 20 (Av. Líbano) #35, Col. Emiliano Zapata Nte
- Phone: +52 562 432 0550