Where to eat flan in Mexico City? It might seem like a simple question, but the truth is, it’s not. Finding creamy, perfectly caramelized flans that even surpass your grandma’s isn’t easy in the capital. That’s why we’ve prepared a guide to the best bakeries, pastry shops, and restaurants where this classic dessert reaches its peak.
Pastelería Ideal
For many people, Pastelería Ideal remains the best place to buy sweet bread, savory bread, cakes, and desserts. And indeed, it is. No matter what time of day you go, this classic bakery is full of people lining up to buy bread. They make a delicious Neapolitan flan there; after the first spoonful, you won’t want to stop eating it.
Castacán
At this Yucatecan restaurant, specializing in suckling pig, cochinita pibil, and lime soup, you’ll also try one of the richest flans. This dessert has a creamy, dense texture and a shiny caramel base. Try this Neapolitan flan at the end of your meal; it will be the perfect ending.
Brew Brew
Brew Brew is a restaurant in the Roma neighborhood that serves breakfast all day, from opening to closing, in addition to specialty coffee. All the dishes are guaranteed to be delicious, as are the desserts. They offer a rich house flan decorated with strawberries and an edible flower. It’s a smooth, creamy, and very addictive dessert. Order it to share or enjoy it all by yourself.
Charco
At the Charco restaurant – located in the Historic Center of Mexico City – you’ll also find a delicious flan on their dessert menu. This flan is rectangular and covered with a light layer of edible gold leaf, while being bathed in plenty of caramel. Visually, the dessert is very appealing, but when you eat it, you’ll feel it melt gently in your mouth, and believe me, you’ll want to finish it all yourself.
Vulevú Bakery
One of the best places to eat flan in Mexico City is Vulevú Bakery. It’s a French café, bakery, and pastry shop located in the Roma Norte neighborhood. There you’ll find breads and desserts typical of French cuisine. A classic that never disappoints is the Parisian flan, which is incredibly creamy, has an intense vanilla flavor, and a super smooth texture that melts in every spoonful.
Source: foodandpleasure
