The Allie Café

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"A family-run Lagunilla spot passed down to a Canton-born immigrant in the 1950s, today operated by his son and daughter who keep a working-class, community-oriented vibe alive. Patrons gather around Formica tables and an ancient cash register while the elder owner greets regulars; pastries called pan chino—including a crusty popover filled with pastry cream—are paired with traditional cafe lechero served in vintage soda glasses. The menu still includes beloved homey items (the owner’s beef soup is a local favorite), and the place is remembered as one of the last survivors of a once-dense cluster of Chinese-owned cafes on Ignacio Allende, preserving both recipes and intergenerational memory." - Lydia Carey