Tepito

Tacos at Tepito invite you to try several fillings side by side. The menu describes the carnitas—pork with an orange flavour—as a popular choice. There are also fish tacos and spicy shrimp tacos; sharing them with friends makes it easy to compare the fillings. One diner who had tried the tacos several times said the flavour of the tortillas, as well as the fillings, stayed with them.

For starters, try guacamole, an avocado dip served with taco chips, or house-made chips with salsa. The menu describes the fried jalapeño with cream cheese as a combination of mildly spicy chilli and cheese. A diner who ordered it also found that the rich cheese paired well with the gentle heat.

For a more substantial dish, consider arroz con mariscos, described as a Mexican paella. It comes in a generous portion and is suited to sharing with friends or a group. The shrimp sautéed with garlic is another seafood option; it comes with 2 tortillas and is also recommended as a drink accompaniment. Diners have visited specifically for the mole, and others have said they enjoyed it. It is a good choice if you want to try Mexican cooking based on spices and chilli.

Cactus dishes are another distinctive option. The menu says the cactus steak is made with Mexican prickly pear cactus and has a texture like okra. It may not be available depending on the timing of supplies, so check ahead if it is the main reason for your visit.

Alongside its tequila selection, the drinks menu includes a tasting set of 3 varieties. Choose a tequila to go with your meal, or ask for advice if you are unsure. Tepito is a Mexican restaurant in Shimokitazawa, and reservations are recommended for dinner.