Casa Mexico

Mexican restaurant · Passyunk Square

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James Beard Award winner Cristina Martínez still serves her legendary lamb barbacoa from a cart set up inside Casa México a few doors up on 9th Street. The Philadelphia Inquirer confirms the move and consolidation; Time Out recently reaffirmed its must‑visit status. Hours are limited and sellouts happen—plan a late‑morning or early‑afternoon taco feast with consommé and sweet tamales, then stroll the Italian Market.

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