A colonial-style dining room steps from Taxco's Santa Prisca church, serving cecina, chiles rellenos and pipián in a restaurant that has operated in the same building for more than five decades.
Del Angel Inn has operated in the same colonial building near the Santa Prisca church in Taxco de Alarcón, Guerrero, for more than fifty years, making it one of the town's longest-running traditional Mexican restaurants. The kitchen serves cecina de Taxco, the region's air-dried, salted beef, alongside chiles rellenos and pipián rojo, a chile-and-seed-based sauce typical of highland Guerrero cooking. The dining room retains its colonial character, with exposed beams, tiled floors, and views over Taxco's terracotta rooftops from an upper-floor terrace, giving it a slightly formal but unhurried atmosphere. The beverage list includes regional mezcal alongside Mexican beer and a modest wine selection. Reservations are recommended on weekends, when the restaurant draws both visitors touring Santa Prisca and returning regulars, while weekday tables are usually available without advance booking.
Signature dishes
- Cecina de Taxco
- Chiles rellenos
- Pipián rojo
Good to know
- Known for
- Colonial-style dining room in central Taxco, serving traditional Mexican cuisine for over 50 years
- Hours
- Daily 1PM-10PM
- Reservations
- Recommended on weekends
Location
Celso Muñoz 4-Altos, Centro, 40200 Taxco de Alarcón, Gro., Mexico
18.5548, -99.6032 View on map
Highlights
- Colonial dining room steps from the Santa Prisca church
- Cecina de Taxco, the region's signature dried beef
- Pipián rojo, a traditional highland Guerrero sauce
- Rooftop terrace views over Taxco
Tips for visiting
- Reserve ahead for weekend lunches and dinners near Santa Prisca
- Ask for a terrace table for views over Taxco's rooftops
- Try the cecina de Taxco, a specialty rarely found outside the region
- Weekday visits typically don't require a reservation
Accessibility
The restaurant occupies a multi-level colonial building with stairs to the terrace level; ground-floor seating is available for visitors who need step-free access.
Frequently asked questions
How long has Del Angel Inn been open?
It has operated in the same building near Santa Prisca church for more than fifty years.
What is Del Angel Inn known for?
Traditional Mexican dishes including cecina de Taxco, chiles rellenos, and pipián rojo.
Does Del Angel Inn need a reservation?
It's recommended on weekends, though weekday tables are usually available without booking ahead.