A specialty coffee bar inside Casa Maka in the historic center, pouring pour-overs and espresso drinks from Mexican-grown beans alongside pastries. A specialty coffee drink costs around 55-85 MXN (about USD 3.25-5).
Arandela Barra de Cafe is a specialty coffee bar inside Casa Maka in the historic center of San Luis Potosi, pouring pour-overs and espresso drinks made from Mexican-grown beans alongside pastries. The focus is squarely on coffee craft rather than a food menu: baristas prepare pour-over and cortado orders with attention to origin and roast, drawing a crowd of coffee enthusiasts rather than diners seeking a full meal. The setting inside Casa Maka is intimate and design-forward, quieter than a typical cafe, with a minimalist aesthetic and no dress code. There is no alcohol or wine programme; the drink list is coffee-only aside from a few non-coffee options. Reservations are not required and the bar runs on a walk-in basis daily from 8AM to 8PM. A specialty coffee drink costs 55-85 MXN, positioned at the higher end for coffee in the city but justified by the single-origin sourcing and pour-over technique.
Signature dishes
- Pour-over coffee
- Cortado
- Pastries
Good to know
- Known for
- Specialty coffee; known for single-origin Mexican beans
- Hours
- Daily 8AM-8PM
- Reservations
- Not required
Location
Casa Maka, Zona Centro, 78000 San Luis Potosi, S.L.P., Mexico
22.1499, -100.9750 View on map
Highlights
- Single-origin Mexican-grown coffee beans
- Pour-over and cortado specialties
- Intimate setting inside Casa Maka
- Pastries to pair with the coffee menu
Tips for visiting
- Ask the barista about the current single-origin bean on rotation
- Pour-over orders take longer to prepare, so budget extra time if in a hurry
- Pastries sell out by early afternoon on busy days
- The space is small, so mornings can be tight for larger groups
Accessibility
The coffee bar occupies a small ground-floor space inside Casa Maka with level entry, though seating is limited and may be tight for wheelchair maneuvering.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of coffee does Arandela serve?
It specializes in single-origin Mexican-grown beans, prepared as pour-overs, cortados, and other espresso drinks.
Is there food beyond pastries?
The menu is coffee-focused, with pastries as the main food offering rather than full meals.
Where exactly is it located?
The coffee bar is inside Casa Maka in the Zona Centro of San Luis Potosi.