2025 Guide for Food Lovers
At MID CityBeat, our readers can’t get enough of breakfast guides—it’s consistently one of our most searched-for topics year after year. So we’re back with our updated 2025 list of must-try breakfast spots in Mérida: a flavorful mix of lush gardens, Parisian vibes, hidden gems, and chef-driven menus.
Here are 7 breakfast places we’re loving this summer (and we know you will too):
Hogarento – Your New Favorite in Temozón Norte
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Temozón Norte, Hogarento is the definition of cozy-chic. With sunlight pouring into its spacious interior and a breezy garden terrace out back, it’s the perfect mix of casual and charming. The baristas get playful with your coffee art (ours had a tiny foam teddy bear), and the mocktails are as photogenic as they are refreshing.
What we love:
- The coffee game is strong here—our barista even served us a teddy bear in foam ☕🧸
- The Beef Tongue Torta Chilaquiles is savory heaven
- Blackberry Smoothie Bowl with fruit, granola & protein
- Try the Dubai Waffles if dessert-for-breakfast is your thing–sooo good!
🕗 Hours:
• Breakfast: Tues–Sun, 8:00 AM–2:30 PM
• Lunch & Dinner: Tues–Sat, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM
📞 999 351 5071
📲 @hogarento.night
🐾 Pet-Friendly
Pasto Caffé – Garden Gem in Mérida Centro
📍Inside Escentrike Hostel, Calle 48 x 61 y 63, Centro
This hidden treasure feels like stumbling into a leafy boho jungle tucked behind Centro’s stone facades. Inside–in the A/C, it’s all vintage charm; outside in the garden, it’s tropical paradise. There’s even a colorful VW van parked in the garden—yes, it’s that cool. We absolutely loved the breakfasts and the drinks!
What we love:
- Huevos Motuleños and Turkish Eggs that hit the spot
- Fluffy French Toast with baked pears, lavender, and berries 💫
- Avocado Lassi Smoothie is next-level creamy
- Banana Bread with cream cheese frosting
🕗 Hours:
• Open daily (except Mondays) from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
🍕 Pizza nights every Thursday from 7:00–10:00 PM
📲 Facebook Page
🐾 Garden is pet-friendly
Vous Amour – A Touch of Paris in Townsquare
📍Inside Plaza Townsquare, North Mérida
This romantic little spot is dripping in Parisian charm—from pink florals and a “Je t’aime” wall to heart-shaped latte art and the famous locks of love. It’s fun, flirty, and a little fancy without trying too hard. Even the owner wears a stuffed Remy from Ratatouille on his shoulder. Whimsical? Yes. Delicious? Also yes. Perfect for a girls’ brunch, romantic breakfast day or family breakfast!
What we love:
- French Toast Brûlée: Crème brûlée meets fluffy brioche
- Red velvet pancakes with berries & meringue
- Chilaquiles with peanut sauce & beef or longaniza & avocado
- ASK to see the Seasonal menu dishes this month: We loved the Fried chicken & waffles eggs Benedict + egg white salmon omelet
- THE DRINKS—all the drinks are incredible. They have some creative coffee drinks as well as cocktails! The Latte Amor with heart-shaped froth was my favorite.
🕗 Hours:
• Mon, Wed & Thurs: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Fri–Sun: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📞 999 448 2874
📲 @amordesdeparis
🐾 Pet-friendly terrace
Marago Café – The Anytime Favorite on Paseo de Montejo
Marago Café isn’t just a breakfast spot—it’s a go-to hub for any time of day. Whether you’re fueling up for a productive morning, catching up with friends over brunch, or settling in with your laptop for a work session, this café hits all the right notes. With a laid-back vibe, great service, and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, it’s a Paseo de Montejo classic.
What we love:
- Pancakes with applesauce – warm, cozy, and just different enough to stand out
- Sándwich Elefante – a savory mix of egg, mushrooms & cheese that really delivers
- Chilaquiles – bold, flavorful, and just the right amount of spicy
- Poached eggs on an English muffin with salad – light yet satisfying
- Berry frappe made with only fruit and water – fresh, simple, and a house favorite
- Bonus: the baristas are true artists—expect coffee topped with a little masterpiece
🕒 Hours:
- Open daily from 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
🐾 Dog-friendly patio - Social media: @maragocoffee.mx
Luuch Café – A Floral Oasis on Paseo de Montejo
📍 Inside Kavia Hotel, Paseo de Montejo x 45 y 47
Lush, airy, and elegant—Luuch Café has an indoor garden aesthetic with floral patterns and warm light. It feels calm and refined with fresh, chef-crafted breakfast options. Here you will get an incredible breakfast and it’s right on Paseo de Montejo, so perfect for the bici-ruta Sunday brunch!
What we love:
- Black Chaya Empanadas with Edam cheese
- Chaya Pancakes with avocado mousse
- Huevo Malagueños: eggs, shrimp, bacon, asparagus in roasted tomato sauce
- Lomitos de Valladolid Sandwich
- Excellent coffee, strawberry yogurt smoothie & fresh juices
🕒 Hours:
- Daily from 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM
📞 999 725 9713 - Social media: @luuchmerida
Bibani at Casa Gemela – Farm-to-Table Luxury
Surrounded by gardens and glass, Bibiani is where culinary artistry meets Yucatecan and Oaxacan heritage. The breakfast is organic, refined, and incredibly satisfying—and you can feel the chef’s family roots in every bite.
What we love:
- Shakshuka Vallisolentana with quail eggs and Valladolid longaniza
- Clayuda with tinga or mushrooms and Oaxaca cheese
- Café Brûlée + sourdough conchas = instant happiness
🕗 Hours:
• Wed–Mon, 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Closed Tuesdays) 📞 999 688 9580
🎁 MID City Insider Benefit: Free bread or pastry with breakfast
📲 Social media: @bibani.cocina
🐾 Pet-friendly garden
Nut Café – Nutella Lover’s Dream on Calle 47
📍Calle 47, Corredor Gastronómico, Mérida Centro
Step into a breezy, boho-chic brunch spot where the star of the show is Nutella—and it’s everywhere. From Nutella-laced espresso drinks to sky-high pancakes, Nut Café is playful, indulgent, and totally Instagram-worthy. With a big shaded patio and fun touches like prosecco mimosas served with tiny ducks, this spot is as whimsical as it is delicious.
What we love:
- Mimosa Nut with prosecco + blue curaçao (and a mini duck!)
- Nutella Espresso + Waffle Moka = sweet breakfast bliss
- Nut Pancakes loaded with berries, banana & Nutella—like a birthday cake on a plate
- Chicken & Waffles with honey habanero sauce—sweet, spicy, unforgettable
- Chilaquiles Poblanos with corn, sprouts & feta—savory perfection
🕗 Hours:
• Open daily from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Also in Montebello (Nutcafé Orión) and Holbox
📲 Instagram @nutcafemx
🐾 Patio is pet-friendly
Whether you’re here for a summer getaway, a weekend treat, or just a local foodie on the hunt for your next go-to café, these spots are sure to bring flavor, comfort, and inspiration to your mornings.
