Alas, Llorona! The autumn season has caught up with us and that means that the Day of the Dead is near. Yes, the costumes, parades and spooky parties are starting, as well as the feasting. That’s why we put together a list of places in CDMX that prepare pan de muerto; find the best!
Cinco y Dos
If you love buttery breads, Cinco y Dos will be your new favorite bakery. Here, pan de muerto breads are prepared with butter and classic ingredients such as citrus, orange blossom and spices.
There are also pan de muerto breads with caramelized sesame topping and even amaranth. This bakery does not offer stuffed breads, but they can prepare a delicious one upon request, which is definitely one of our favorites!
đź“Ť RĂo Nazas 45, local 4, CuauhtĂ©moc
đź•› Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 20:30. Saturday from 9:00 to 19:30 and Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00.
2. Bottega
Are you looking for the best pan de muerto in CDMX? At Bottega you will surely find something that will amaze you. At this bakery they celebrate the Day of the Dead with a delicious traditional recipe that is covered with semi-bitter chocolate.
Although it is a bread that no one (or almost no one) can resist, they also have a natural pan de muerto option with the flavors and aromas of the season.
📍 Orizaba 39, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc
đź•› Monday to Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
3. Bachicui
This pan de muerto adds to the list of the best options in CDMX. Bachicui is a project that is just starting; it enters through the big door preparing one of the richest recipes of this 2024. The ingredients used, such as organic flours or vanilla sugar, can be felt in every bite.
Please note, consumption is by order and delivery areas are in the Condesa or Lorea restaurant located at đź“Ť Sinaloa 141, Roma Norte. To place your order you can send a WhatsApp (55 7383 4880).
4. Tan Cacao
When looking for stuffed pan de muerto in CDMX, you can’t miss Tan Cacao chocolate shop. This place’s recipe has a delicious filling of chocolate, almond and autumn spices. While this version is delicious, you’ll find two more that you’ll love. Both are chocolate covered; one has totomoxtle ash and the other has cempasĂşchil sugar. Both are delicious!
đź“Ť Cedro 183, local B, Santa MarĂa la Ribera, CuauhtĂ©moc
Tuesday to Thursday from 9:00 to 21:00, Friday from 10:00 to 21:00, Saturday from 11:00 to 21:30 and Sunday from 11:00 to 20:30.
5. CardĂn
The list does not lack PastelerĂa CardĂn, which has won several awards for the succulent pan de muerto recipe it offers. Its traditional preparation will make you fall in love with orange blossom, cempasĂşchil flower and orange. Although, the favorite is the guava with piloncillo and pink sugar.
This 2024 you will try a stuffed pan de muerto; ginger and cardamom on the outside and semi-bitter chocolate cream on the inside. Are you craving for it?
đź“Ť Orizaba 219, local 3, corner with Coahuila in Roma Norte (access by Coahuila).
đź•› Wednesday to Saturday from 8:00 to 20:00. Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00
6. Mignon
For demanding palates this is the best pan de muerto in the CDMX. Mignon is a French pastry shop that year after year surprises us with an innovative recipe. This 2024 is no exception, so their menu welcomes a bread with black sesame. Of course the iconic pan de muerto with lavender will not fail you in this edition!
📍 Rio Nazas 100, Cuauhtémoc
đź•› Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 15:00 (seasonal hours).
7. Cocoberry Bakery
The Lázaro Cárdenas Market, in Del Valle, hides one of the most delicious secrets: Cocoberry Bakery. This new place adds to the list of not-to-be-missed; it presents a traditional recipe for pan de muerto, although there is no shortage of fillings.
The breads are sold in boxes of five pieces with two natural and three fillings; they cost $210 and you can pick them up at the branch. Please note that these boxes are made to order via Instagram. Although if you prefer, you can buy individual pieces, run to try the surprises they have prepared for you!
📍 Romero de Terreros corner with Adolfo Prieto, Del Valle, Benito Juárez.
đź•› Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00
8. Rosetta
The most acclaimed pan de muerto in CDMX can be found at PanaderĂa Rosetta. Yes, the controversial (but delicious) place that has conquered Mexican and foreign palates has already put its spectacular seasonal recipe on sale.
Here there is classic pan de muerto and also a black pan de muerto painted with totomoxtle ash, both are spectacular!
đź“Ť Colima 179, Roma Norte
đź•› Monday and Tuesday from 7:00 to 21:00. Wednesday to Saturday from 7:00 to 22:00 and Sunday from 7:30 to 21:30.
đź“Ť Puebla 242, Roma Norte
đź•› Monday to Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
9. Cuina
The wait is over and Cuina’ s acclaimed pan de muerto has arrived in CDMX. The “natural” recipe they offer features citrus-infused butter, it’s delicious! As every year, you will taste succulent fillings and a chocolate-covered pan de muerto, all not to be missed!
đź“Ť Tabasco 46, Roma Norte
đź•› Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
10. Costra
Costra, the bakery with sourdough recipes in Narvarte also joins the list. Here you will taste a traditional recipe that will delight selective palates.
Its preparation is very close to the classic flavor, you’ll love it!
📍 Universidad 482, Vértiz Narvarte, Benito Juárez / Carolina 113,Noche Buena
đź•› Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 21:00. Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 to 21:00 / Monday to Sunday 9:00 to 21:00
11. Maque
One of the most acclaimed bakeries in the CDMX is Maque. They prepare sourdough bread here, and they also offer a variety of hot and cold drinks, as well as tasty breakfasts.
During autumn, they do not wait long and offer delicious and spongy pan de muerto. Be careful! The deliciousness of their products makes them have long waiting lines, especially on weekends. Go with time and patience!
đź“ŤSeveral branches and opening hours. One of the busiest is at Monte LĂbano 16, Lomas de Chapultepec, Miguel Hidalgo.
12. Pan de Muerto and Chocolate Festival
Be the one to decide which is the best pan de muerto in CDMX and don’t miss this festival. Bakers and cooks will gather here to offer recipes of all kinds: stuffed, covered, exotic and more. There are different sizes and for different budgets. The hot chocolate for chocolates won’t let you down.
đź“… October 26 and 27, 2024.
đź•› 11:00 a 19:00
🎟️ Free admission
📍 Centro de Convenciones Churubusco at Calzada de Tlalpan 1721, San Diego Churubusco, Coyoacán