A weekend barbacoa specialist in Toluca serving pit-cooked lamb and consomé in a family-run, no-frills setting.
Barbacoa Don Pedro is one of several family-run barbacoa operations that open only on weekends in Toluca, when the maguey-lined pit is opened after an overnight steam and the lamb is portioned into tacos, plates and consomé. The setup is simple, plastic tables and stools rather than a formal dining room, in keeping with barbacoa's identity across the region as a weekend market food rather than a restaurant dish. Regulars typically order a full plate with consomé on the side, tortillas served warm from a nearby comal. Because the barbacoa is prepared in a fixed quantity each weekend, arriving mid-morning offers the best chance of a full selection of cuts before the kitchen runs low.
Signature dishes
- Barbacoa de hoyo
- Consomé
- Tacos de barbacoa
Good to know
- Known for
- Weekend pit-cooked barbacoa in a family-run setting
- Hours
- Fri-Sun 8AM-3PM
- Reservations
- Not accepted; weekend walk-in only
Location
Toluca de Lerdo, 50000 Méx., Mexico
19.2880, -99.6600 View on map
Highlights
- Traditional pit-cooked barbacoa de hoyo
- Consomé served alongside every plate
- Family-run, weekend-only operation
- Simple, informal seating
Tips for visiting
- Visit Saturday or Sunday morning, since it is closed on weekdays
- Order consomé with the plate; it is usually a small additional charge
- Arrive by mid-morning for the best selection of cuts
- Cash only
Accessibility
Ground-level, informal outdoor-style seating.
Frequently asked questions
Is Barbacoa Don Pedro open during the week?
No, it operates Friday through Sunday mornings into early afternoon only.
What comes with a barbacoa plate?
A typical plate includes shredded lamb, tortillas, salsa and the option to add consomé on the side.