El Califa de León is Mexico City's famed Michelin-star taco stand serving expertly grilled, simply seasoned meats on fresh handmade corn tortillas.
Av. Ribera de San Cosme 56, San Rafael, Cuauhtémoc, 06470 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Get directions
MX$200–300
"Taquería El Califa de León is noted for being the first taquería to earn a Michelin Star, offering some of the finest tacos in the city." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Taqueria El Califa de León is now the first taco stand to ever receive a Michelin star, but there has been some debate on whether this modest stall with only four items on the menu should have been given the honor. The small 56-year-old shop has a crew of two: chef Arturo Riviera Martinez on the grill and an assistant pumping out fresh corn tortillas." - Katherine Alex Beaven
"A casual dining spot in Mexico City famous for its authentic and delicious tacos."
"Taquero Arturo Rivera Martínez, whose modest six-seat taco stand in Mexico City’s San Rafael neighborhood, named after bullfighter Rodolfo Gaona — better known as “El Califa de León” — just rang up international headlines by winning a 2024 Michelin star this past week." - Guy Martin
"El Califa de León has endured for more than half a century. This taqueria is known for its exceptional Gaonera taco made with thinly sliced beef filet and excellent corn tortillas prepared on the spot." - The MICHELIN Guide US Editorial Team
