September is the perfect month to enjoy this quintessentially Mexican dish. These are, in our opinion, the best chiles en nogada in Guadalajara. Which one did we miss?
With its combination of sweet and savory flavors, this recipe is a true culinary gem. We’ve put together a selection of restaurants that, in our opinion, stand out for their delicious take on this dish.
Decenizas
Chef Jonathan Luna’s new concept reinvents the taco to offer an omakase-style experience with freshly made tortillas and delicious results. Throughout his career in the city’s restaurant scene, Jona is also known for his delicious take on chile en nogada, which should definitely be on your list this season.
Bruna
A restaurant that specializes in innovating classic recipes to create dishes faithful to the original, but with a house-special touch. Enjoy a delicious chile en nogada and other dishes in a spectacular setting. They also offer incredible mixology to accompany your meal.
El Sacromonte
This is one of the most traditional Mexican restaurants in our city. Here you can sample classic dishes in a grand colonial-style mansion. The “chiles de septiembre” are made using a recipe from the nuns at the Santa Clara convent and should definitely be at the top of your list when visiting this place.
La Tequila
This restaurant stands out for honoring the flavors of Jalisco and Mexico in a very pleasant atmosphere. Enjoy the traditional chile en nogada this season and the unique option of a vegetarian version: made with Beyond Meat, a plant-based protein alternative.
Casa Luna
Tlaquepaque is brimming with Jalisco folklore. In addition to handicrafts, you’ll also find great places to eat or have a drink. Casa Luna is one of those restaurants you can’t miss, thanks to its incredible cuisine and décor. Here, you can also try a delicious chile en nogada.
Soto Bistró
A concept created by Chef Berny Soto, here you’ll find international cuisine with Mexican roots. Originally from the state of Puebla, his recipe is among the most traditional you’ll find in the city. Without a doubt, one of the best chiles en nogada in Guadalajara.
Real San Pedro
Once again, Tlaquepaque is a must-visit for anyone who wants to experience the most traditional side of Mexico. On the Independencia promenade , you’ll find this magnificent restaurant, which serves specialties such as escamoles, wild boar, and, of course, chiles en nogada.
Río Viejo
Classic culinary recipes are safe and sound thanks to places like this one. Here you can enjoy a hacienda-style atmosphere without leaving the city, along with delicious dishes. And, as you might guess, the seasonal specialty is chiles en nogada.
La Casa de los Platos
Another place where you can enjoy Mexican food in a stylish setting—here you’ll find the traditional version as well as duck chile en nogada. Our recommendation: give this option a try.
Los Amores de Frida
This restaurant, led by Chef Jorge Orozco, is one of the leading proponents of chile en nogada, offering a version faithful to the original recipe. The filling includes raisins, almonds, walnuts, peaches, apples, and more ingredients. The sauce, made with goat cheese and Castilian walnuts, is finished with pomegranate and garnished with mint, achieving a perfect balance.
Allium
Definitely a must-try! A restaurant that honors local and national ingredients to prepare fresh, top-quality dishes. It’s breaded and stuffed with American Wagyu beef, dried fruit, pine nuts, pumpkin seeds, and sliced almonds. The nogada sauce is made with goat cheese, Castilian walnuts, and sherry.
El Patio Tlaquepaque
A place where Mexican cuisine takes center stage—here you can enjoy this wonderful dish in the charming courtyard of a colonial mansion in the heart of Tlaquepaque.
Doña Mago
Located inside the Mexicaltzingo Market, this stall is very famous for its quesadillas, but also for its chiles en nogada, which are made only during the national holiday season, as they are highly praised for their great flavor.
Octo
A very different—but delicious—version, filled with seafood such as shrimp and octopus, as well as Panochera apples, Criollo peaches, Lechera pears, almonds, raisins, and a touch of cinnamon. All topped with puff pastry, nogada sauce, and pomegranate, presented in a style reminiscent of a Wellington.
La Noche Azul
A place steeped in tradition in the city; in addition to fondue en nogada, they serve a chili dish that’s a favorite among many Guadalajara locals. They use the traditional recipe with meat, fruit, a sauce made from walnuts, and garnished with parsley and pomegranate.
