El Sacromonte - 44160 Guadalajara

Sacromonte is 25 years old. The decor has changed from Mexican minimalist to baroque with touches Mexican and arab; the veranda is now a interior garden. But the important part is: the food is delicious just as the first day. When the restaurant opened it was too expensive for me, so my dear friend Paco and me used to go to share a Sopa Viejo Progreso (roquefort and chipotle in a surprising, sinful affaire) and a Ensalada de las Colonias (goat cheese - difficult to get in the city at that time- over croutons in letucce crowned with fried onion). My incoming has improve, I actually could afford a whole meal, but those dishes remains among my favorites. If you are in a group - as I was yesterday- order the Quesadillas with rose petals with strawberry sauce to share; try a bite of the sour xoconostle with them, a welcome contraste. Then it could be my beloved Old Progress cream, or the Lentil soup with plantain. The main dishes are delicious all around, the Chile in nogada a bit sweeter but delicious nevertheless. In summer I use to ask for the Ceviche with mango as main dish, it is a big portion. In the desserts the Mexican choice is the Pan de elote, a sort of corn bread made with fresh corn instead of meal. Also good is the Morralito (a crepe filled with fresh corn ice cream) and the crema catalana (creme brulee). Alas the chocolate cake is not as good as used to be, it was not warm but tepid. And dissapears from the menú the fried profilerol filled with ice cream. Sad but there is great food to visit, again and again, Sacromonte.

Lovely and romantic little place. The atmosphere is fantastic with the decor, outdoor courtyard, and little old man playing the piano. I had the flank steak which was good but didn’t blow me away. The dessert, on the other hand, was fantastic. I was going to get something else but the waiter urged me to try their house specialty (not sure the name). One of the best things I’ve eaten in Mexico!

I can describe it as a disappointing visit, expectation were for a recommendation for a place with surprising plates and flavorful preparation. This looks like an old place that has lived their best times, living from memories and not reinvesting in renewing it. Food is a great idea on the menu, half way good in presentation and disappointing on the flavor, lack of taste and not those expected explosive ideas came to reality, even a simple lemonade was plain. Service is old school, not meaning anything against older people, it is simple that they are not experts on their dishes and they are not able to transmit an experience. I would not recommend, it is not the worst place because they still have that flame in the menu ideas, but they do not materialize them.

Great food, a history of most famous bull fighters go to.

Beautiful place . Mexican dishes with modern touch . Place with history and class . Chile en Nogada whole year .

There’s nothing to dislike about this place. Service is fantastic. The atmosphere and ambiance is great. And the food? Incredible. I had the September Chile and I can’t possibly recommend it more highly. English menus are available if needed.

I went here for my birthday and had the chile en nogada. I told the waiter about my birthday and he brought me this with one of those trick candles that won't burn out. He took some good pictures too. He asked where my friends are. I said I have some here, but they're busy, and we can celebrate this weekend. He said the dessert is a hug from him. Very nice old man. The dessert wasn't particularly special, but the sentiment is, and the nogada is an unusual experience. Very rich, so be prepared to take some home. It's extremely sweet.

This is by far, my favorite Mexican food restaurant in Guadalajara. Don't expect taquitos, gorditas or tortas, this is real Mexican food and is delicious