A long-running Sinaloa-style seafood restaurant in Metepec, known for aguachile, ceviche and shrimp dishes despite the town's inland location.
Mi Gusto Es has operated in Metepec for more than two decades, bringing Sinaloa's coastal seafood tradition inland to the Valle de Toluca. The kitchen prepares aguachile, ceviche de pescado and a range of shrimp dishes in the punchy, citrus-and-chile style associated with Mexico's Pacific coast rather than any local Mexiquense seafood tradition, since the state itself is landlocked. The restaurant has built a loyal local following, particularly for weekend lunch, when families and groups gather over shared seafood platters. The dining room is casual and functional, oriented around fast turnover and large tables suited to groups. Its longevity in a market with limited direct seafood competition has made it a Metepec institution for those craving coastal flavors without leaving the state capital area.
Signature dishes
- Aguachile
- Camarones a la diabla
- Ceviche de pescado
Good to know
- Known for
- Sinaloa-style seafood with more than two decades in Metepec
- Hours
- Daily 11AM-8PM
- Reservations
- Recommended for weekend lunch
Location
Metepec Centro, 52140 Metepec, Méx., Mexico
19.2590, -99.6040 View on map
Highlights
- More than 20 years serving Sinaloa-style seafood in Metepec
- Aguachile and ceviche de pescado
- Large tables suited to groups
- Loyal local following for weekend lunch
Tips for visiting
- Arrive early for Sunday lunch, the restaurant's busiest service
- Order aguachile fresh rather than pre-plated for the best texture
- Good option for groups given the large-table layout
- Seafood is trucked in, so quality can vary slightly by day; ask staff what's freshest
Accessibility
Ground-floor dining room, step-free entry.
Frequently asked questions
Why is there a Sinaloa-style seafood restaurant in inland Metepec?
Mi Gusto Es has built a following over more than 20 years by bringing coastal Sinaloa preparations to the Valle de Toluca, which has no local seafood tradition of its own.
Is Mi Gusto Es good for large groups?
Yes, its casual dining room is set up with large tables suited to families and groups sharing seafood platters.