It’s time to solve the age-old dilemma: where can you find the best pan de muerto in Guadalajara? Here are our favorite spots!
This beautiful pre-Hispanic tradition has evolved over the years and has become an iconic dessert in Mexican cuisine.
No bakery or restaurant can resist it, and while some stick to the traditional pan de muerto recipe, others choose to innovate and give it a truly original twist full of flavor.
Note: These aren’t listed in order of importance—we think they’re all equally delicious.
Panícula
One of our favorite bakeries in the city— in addition to the traditional pan de muerto—this season they’ll also be offering: pan de muerto with cocoa and Xofía black corn, Basque tart bread, and puff pastry bread.
Banetto
This artisanal bakery stands out for its creations inspired by French and Argentine traditions. Its pan de muerto strikes the perfect balance between flavor and texture.
Thom Thom Bakery
A ghost kitchen that supplies other bakeries, but you can also try their offerings at their sister location, Thomas Café. Don’t miss their pan de muerto —pair it with a nice pumpkin spice drink.
Babkery
In addition to its delicious babkas, this bakery also offers a fantastic pan de muerto—without any decorations or extra embellishments—the classic recipe executed to perfection.
Karmele
At this bakery, you’ll find long lines thanks to its star product: karmelitos, a caramelized puff pastry that’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, filled with seasonal flavors. Of course, all of their creations are excellent, including the pan de muerto.
Masa Club Panarro
Three versions to satisfy your craving: a traditional one with orange sourdough and orange blossom; another with totomoxtle sugar (roasted corn); and a croissant version—all equally delicious. Without a doubt, a favorite!
Panâme
This bakery uses the traditional recipe, but this year they replaced the orange blossom water with orange juice and zest to give it a special touch. Pure butter and the French kneading technique ensure it turns out nice and fluffy.
Frank Bakery
Made with top-quality ingredients, it’s super soft, light, and airy, with hints of citrus—all while staying true to the traditional recipe.
Gran Pan
This bakery uses sourdough starter for all its creations, including pan de muerto, which is absolutely perfect. They offer seasonal fillings, such as orange cream. Be sure to ask about their different versions!
Boulangerie Central
It’s no secret that this French restaurant has one of the best bakeries in the city. This includes, of course, its delicious pan de muerto. You’ll find it in its traditional version as well as filled with whipped French cream.
Sourdough Starter
As its name suggests, this bakery pays homage to fermentation and its origins. When it comes to pan de muerto, it offers the traditional version, made with natural flavorings, as well as a vegan option. Also keep an eye out for the pan de muerto croissants.
Mánna Boulangerie
They offer three different varieties: the plain version with orange zest and a dusting of sugar, one covered in Ferrero and filled with hazelnut cream, and another with vanilla bean pastry cream and toffee (caramel). Pure indulgence—but the good kind.
Xoaquina
A gourmet spot—here you’ll find an incredibly soft and generously sized loaf. If you’re a fan of fillings, you can choose from Nutella, semi-sweet chocolate, cajeta, and pastry cream, all served in generous portions to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Chamizal
A tribute to bread that’s simple and unadorned—without embellishments that end up altering its flavor. A blend of Mexican picón dough and French brioche with just the right balance of butter and orange flavors.
Make
One of the most talked-about bakeries right now—and it’s all-natural—where you can try pan de muerto with hazelnut, pistachio, and even lotus.
La Luz Bakery
A spot with over 100 years of history— here they bake what many consider the best pan de muerto in Guadalajara using traditional methods and top it with sugar. They also sell calaverita cookies.
José’s Bakery
Experts in baking and pastry, this year they released special editions: roasted corn, hazelnut cream, and traditional pinole. With a soft and fluffy dough!
Nerium
One of the best places for brunch in the city, they couldn’t be left behind with their selection of pan de muerto. You’ll find the traditional version, with sesame seeds, and the star of the show: Nactli, dusted with totomoxtle ash and filled with a curd made from mandarin orange, apple, and cardamom.
Café Rin Tin Tin
This little spot is full of culinary gems that delight anyone’s palate, and it also makes its own pan de muerto. A small piece, but full of flavor.
Lope de O
This bakery has won us over with its freshly baked artisanal treats. Its pan de muerto is no exception—with its distinctive flavor of butter and orange zest, it quickly became a favorite.
Ljubljana
A bakery without a physical store, but one that makes excellent pan de muerto. They offer the classic version as well as varieties filled with pistachio cream , lotus, and maple.
Cuca and Lupe
The magic of this place is that they specialize in making all kinds of conchas, including several seasonal varieties, such as pumpkin, uchepo, alebrije, cempasúchil, and more. They also offer filled, glazed, and traditional pan de muerto.
Goiti
This shop, which specializes in delicatessen items, bread, pastries, wines, and more, is one of the city’s most famous and oldest establishments. The bread is baked daily, so you can enjoy delicious, fresh pan de muerto all year round. They offer different sizes, and its texture makes it a favorite among Guadalajara locals.
