Museum of Yucateca Gastronomy

Amazing New Year’s Eve dinner. We were served incredibly by Marcos our server that evening . I think this is the best regional food in Merida. Cooked the old fashioned way and with layers of flavor. I come here every visit - it’s a must go. I would give it 6 stars if I could.

An outstanding dinner experience for anyone seeking truly authentic regional cuisine, though in Mérida, authenticity seems to be the standard everywhere you go. From the moment you arrive, the setting is warm and inviting, almost transporting you back in time. We started with the panuchos and pimitos, which were the perfect way to open a great gastronomic experience. For me, the Pollo Pibil was the standout dish, distinctive, beautifully prepared, and perfectly balanced in flavor. The lechon al horno was equally impressive, and squeezing the (sour) orange over the dish brought all the flavors together. For us, overall, was a wonderful, memorable, and very satisfying dining experience from start to finish. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Mérida who wants to experience regional cuisine at its best.

Such a beautiful location! The service was impeccable and the food was divine! We each ordered something different so we could try a little bit of everything. Tortillas served in hollowed gourds, sopa de Lima was delicious, my vegetarian pumpkin dish was so savory and tasty. The servers were kind and helpful. It was a grand experience. Highly recommend!

We've eaten at and recommended MUGY for many, many clients. It continues to be one of our favorite, authentic Yucatecan restaurants in the city. We also HIGHLY recommend visiting the gift shop to learn more about the different types of local seeds, beans, and peppers. The complex flavors of Yucatecan cuisine are made even more delicious by learning the different components, flavors, and spices that go into each dish. This particular day, we took clients in so they could learn more about food preparation, spices, and cooking techniques. They loved going in to each of the huts in the back to enjoy different smells and descriptions of the recado seasonings and to watch the ladies making tortillas from scratch. HIGHLY recommended for an enjoyable meal and/or to learn more about Yucatecan cooking!

The menu shows real ambition and a willingness to take creative risks, which I genuinely respect. Unfortunately, in execution, many of the dishes fell short of delivering a cohesive or satisfying flavor experience. Several combinations felt more experimental than harmonious, resulting in plates that were interesting in concept but uneven in taste. I appreciate a restaurant that is willing to push boundaries, but innovation works best when it is grounded in strong fundamentals — balance, seasoning, and clarity of flavor. In this case, some dishes seemed to prioritize novelty over enjoyment.

Great atmosphere and background music. Wonderful customer service. Traditional Yucatán flare entrees but seemed same as any of the local restaurants, nothing special. Vegetarian options available with nice presentation but with lack of flavor. YET, Best tres leches ever had!

We had heard wonderful things about this ‘museum’ from a couple different people, decided to try it out as we stayed at a hotel just around the corner. It was extremely busy and lively, but without reservation we were seated quickly. Interesting decor throughout, with a lovely open-air internal courtyard. Staff was attentive and quick, constantly moving and in high spirits. Delicious beers and drinks. The food was, to our tastes, somewhat bland. We enjoyed the turkey tostadas, but the cochinita pibil (their claim to fame) and pollo pibil lacked much complexity of flavor. It was a fun experience overall, but we did expect more from the food.

A great place for Yucatecan food in Mérida if you’re looking for an elevated fine dining experience. The staff was very friendly and explained all the dishes with patience, the restaurant in a renovated old mansion and the decor is on point with great choice of seating both indoors and outdoors. The Aqua Fresca & Iced Tea was incredible as well!