A weekend barbacoa stand in Cuautla selling pit-cooked lamb by the kilo alongside tacos and consome, part of the city's cluster of dedicated barbacoa specialists.
Barbacoa Los 3 Reyes is a weekend barbacoa stand in Cuautla, part of the city's cluster of dedicated barbacoa specialists, selling pit-cooked lamb both by the kilo for takeaway and as tacos de barbacoa for eating on-site. Barbacoa de hoyo and consome de borrego round out the menu, prepared using the same overnight maguey-pit method common to the region. Seating is informal and outdoors, with a steady stream of customers buying meat to take home for family meals alongside those eating tacos on the spot; there is no dress code and the mood is functional rather than leisurely. Drinks are limited to consome and soft drinks. As a weekend-only walk-in stand, reservations do not apply, and portions are limited, so visiting earlier in the day improves the chance of the freshest cuts.
Signature dishes
- Barbacoa de hoyo
- Tacos de barbacoa
- Consome de borrego
Good to know
- Known for
- A well-known Cuautla barbacoa stand serving pit-cooked lamb by the kilo
- Hours
- Fri-Sun 8AM-3PM
- Reservations
- Not accepted; weekend walk-in only
Location
Cuautla, Mor., Mexico
18.8110, -98.9565 View on map
Highlights
- Pit-cooked lamb sold by the kilo for takeaway
- Barbacoa de hoyo tacos and consome de borrego
- Part of Cuautla's cluster of barbacoa specialists
- Open Friday through Sunday mornings only
Tips for visiting
- Buy lamb by the kilo if cooking for a family gathering
- Arrive early for the best selection of cuts
- No reservations, so expect walk-in service only
- Cash is the standard payment method
Accessibility
The stand offers simple outdoor seating on uneven ground typical of an informal food stand; no dedicated wheelchair accommodations are indicated.
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy barbacoa to take home?
Yes, Barbacoa Los 3 Reyes sells pit-cooked lamb by the kilo for takeaway.
What are its hours?
Friday through Sunday, roughly 8AM to 3PM.
Does it take reservations?
No, it operates as a walk-in stand only.
What should I try?
Barbacoa de hoyo tacos with a side of consome de borrego.