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Tortas El Recreo Las Originales El Vaquita

Mexican torta restaurant · Alvaro Obregón ·

Tortas El Recreo Las Originales El Vaquita

Mexican torta restaurant · Alvaro Obregón ·
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Tortas El Recreo - Review - Iztacalco - Mexico City - The Infatuation

"Tortas El Recreo a.k.a. “El Vaquita” is atorteríain Iztacalco that doubles as a culinary dare. Their tortas are piled so high that they seem to defy gravity. They only have two sizes, the one-pound chica and the two-pound mediana, but both can feed a small army. We suggest the torta de pierna al horno, draped in cheese that stretches into long, mozzarella‑style ribbons. Adding to the fun of eating here is the approachable and rowdy energy. Think neon lights, constant chatter, and staff who’ll greet you like long‑lost family." - Guillaume Guevara

https://www.theinfatuation.com/mexico-city/reviews/tortas-el-recreo

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Hefty tortas & strawberry drinks, original recipe

Google Rating
4.1 (9K)
Yelp Rating
5.0
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Av. del Recreo 150, Barrio de Zapotla, Iztacalco, 08610 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Get directions

MX$100–200

Usually a wait
Cash only
No restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for dinner
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Hefty tortas & strawberry drinks, original recipe

Google Rating
4.1 (9K)
Yelp Rating
5.0
Featured in The Infatuation
Featured in

Av. del Recreo 150, Barrio de Zapotla, Iztacalco, 08610 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Get directions

MX$100–200

Usually a wait
Cash only
No restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for dinner
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