A patio mezcalería stocking more than 170 labels, with guided flights that contrast Michoacán agave distillates against those of Oaxaca. The kitchen matches the bar with modern Michoacán plates such as rabbit enchiladas morelianas.
Tata Mezcalería + Cocina de Autor pairs a patio bar stocking more than 170 mezcal and agave-spirit labels with a modern Michoacán kitchen, on Calle Bartolomé de las Casas in Morelia's centro. The bar's guided flights are the main draw, setting Michoacán agave distillates directly against bottlings from Oaxaca so drinkers can taste the regional differences side by side. The kitchen matches that ambition with plates such as enchiladas morelianas made with rabbit instead of chicken and a duck confit (pato confitado) that plays against the smokier mezcals. The space is an open patio with a relaxed, sociable energy that picks up after dark, making it better suited to an evening of grazing and drinking than a formal sit-down dinner. There is no conventional wine list; the beverage programme is built entirely around mezcal, sotol and charanda, with staff able to walk drinkers through unfamiliar labels. Prices run 350-650 MXN per person including drinks. The bar closes early in the week and stays open latest Friday and Saturday, when reservations are recommended; Sunday and Monday closures mean the venue is unavailable at the start of the week.
Signature dishes
- Enchiladas morelianas de conejo — 220 MXN ($13 USD)
- Flight of three Michoacán mezcals — 220 MXN ($13 USD)
- Pato confitado — 320 MXN ($19 USD)
Good to know
- Known for
- Michoacán agave distillates paired with author cooking
- Hours
- Mon-Tue 1:30PM-11PM, Wed-Thu 1:30PM-12AM, Fri-Sat 1:30PM-1AM, closed Sunday
- Reservations
- Recommended Thursday to Saturday
Location
Calle Bartolomé de las Casas 511, Col. Centro, 58000 Morelia, Michoacán
19.7023, -101.1846 View on map
Highlights
- A mezcal list of more than 170 labels with guided comparison flights
- Enchiladas morelianas made with rabbit rather than chicken
- Pato confitado (duck confit) paired against smokier mezcals
- Open patio setting with a lively after-dark atmosphere
- Direct tastings comparing Michoacán agave spirits to Oaxacan mezcal
Tips for visiting
- Book ahead for Thursday through Saturday nights, the busiest sessions
- Ask for a guided flight rather than ordering mezcal by the glass to compare regions
- The bar is closed on Sundays, so plan an earlier-week visit around that
- Come hungry if drinking mezcal flights; the kitchen's richer plates balance the alcohol well
Accessibility
The venue is an open ground-floor patio with level access from the street, suitable for wheelchair users, though restroom access in older centro buildings can be limited.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Tata Mezcalería mainly a bar or a restaurant?
It functions as both, with a serious mezcal list alongside a full kitchen serving modern Michoacán dishes.
Is it open on Sundays?
No, the bar is closed on Sunday and reopens Monday afternoon.
What should a first-time visitor order?
A guided flight of three Michoacán mezcals alongside the rabbit enchiladas morelianas is the combination most recommended by regulars.