Experts' Choice Award La Tradicion
What the experts agree on
La Tradición elevates cochinita pibil with generous portions, handmade tortillas, pickled onions, and cloth napkins—a local favorite that balances upscale presentation with authentic Yucatecan tradition.
“For a more upscale take on cochinita (cloth napkin and all), this popular restaurant serves a generous portions accompanied with pickled red onion and handmade tortillas.”
– Lonely Planet
Fodor's "This family restaurant is a top choice among locals—in fact, many say it's their favorite restaurant in town." Full review
Lonely Planet "For an upscale take on cochinita (cloth napkin and all), this popular restaurant serves a generous portion accompanied with pickled red onion, handmade tortillas and usually live trova music." Full review
Afar Magazine "Merida has a handful of restaurants that focus on authentic, old-school Yucatean food; cooking that is influenced by Mayan, Caribbean, Spanish, African, and Middle Eastern cultures. I was..." Full review
