South Cafe
Mexico City, Mexico
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Félix Parra 117, San José Insurgentes, Benito Juárez, 03900 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
South Cafe
Mexico City, Mexico
Overview
South Cafe in San José Insurgentes is a vibrant spot that balances casual comfort with trendy style. Known for its cozy and quiet atmosphere, this cafe serves as a favored destination for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as a welcoming place for solo diners or those seeking a good spot to work on a laptop. Located at Félix Parra 117 in Benito Juárez, the venue offers rooftop seating and outdoor areas overlooking a charming park.
Serving an appealing menu of coffee, quick bites, and small plates, the cafe impresses with a great selection of teas, desserts, and specialty coffee drinks. Guests can enjoy versatile dining options including dine-in, takeout, no-contact delivery, and outdoor seating, fitting a range of needs from casual meetups to productive work sessions. With a rating of 4.1 from over 2,600 reviews, the place is praised for its friendly service and inviting ambiance.
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South Cafe offers a cozy and trendy atmosphere perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner in Ciudad de México. Enjoy a variety of coffee, small plates, and desserts while relaxing indoors or on the rooftop seating.
Renowned for its quality coffee and an excellent range of teas, including favorites like Cappuccino and Chai Latte Macha Power.
A menu featuring quick bites, small plates, and popular dishes such as Papaya Croissant and Pastel de Chocolate delight every palate.
The casual yet romantic setting attracts college students, tourists, groups, and solo diners seeking a quiet place to work or relax.
Situated on Félix Parra Street with wheelchair accessible entrances and seating, plus free and paid street parking nearby.
Offers outdoor seating, dine-in, takeout, delivery, and no-contact delivery to suit all preferences.
Enjoy a unique dining experience with scenic rooftop seating overlooking a nearby park for a relaxing atmosphere.
Experience
Perfect for relaxed mornings or productive afternoons, South Cafe suits many occasions throughout the day.
Offering more than just coffee, this cafe creates a versatile experience with great rooftop views and a quiet vibe ideal for working or catching up with friends over thoughtfully crafted drinks and tasty small plates. — FoodPlacee editorial note
Start the day with specialty coffees like Cafe Capuchino or Chai Latte while enjoying fresh pastries and eggs made to order between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Gather with friends or colleagues for a laid-back lunch featuring salads, sandwiches, and small plates in a cozy, trendy atmosphere with rooftop seating options.
With reliable Wi-Fi, quiet corners, and an inviting ambiance, the cafe is ideal for working remotely while sipping great coffee and nibbling on quick bites.
Enjoy the cafe’s popular desserts and drinks from home through fast takeout or no-contact delivery services, perfect for a cozy day in.
Stay late for a relaxing evening sip paired with decadent treats like brownie or pastel de trufa in a quiet, romantic setting until 11 PM.
Guest sentiment
A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.
"Loved it! The server is very attentive, the ambiance was really nice for a date night, the wine was okay (my bf picked, so that's on him), the tapas were absolutely delicious. Fair prices. Would totally recommend."
"Lovely cafe in front of a park. Service was good but they do take a long time to serve the food. They have a wide variety of options both for food and drinks and the avocado toast and serrano bagel are delicious. Big portions too."
"Great place, good atmosphere, delicious food, but the waiter invaded our personal space."
"That's a pretty nice Cafe to go for a talk, the drinks are very tasty and not expensive, the zone is really clean and the food is more than great. I recommend it without a doubt!"
"Great place to grab a coffee and bite just in front of a nice little park. Good Wi-Fi connection, so you can take your laptop with you and get some work done."
"Great place with nice atmosphere, the attention is pretty good and food is great"
"I love this place but on this visit our waiter was not in the best of moods and the 'benedict' eggs I got weren't made with hollandaise but with pesto... what? Extra star for the coffee!"
"Coffee was good...lots of food item options including in house bakery. Have a good outdoor seating place facing park"
Visit info
Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.
| Monday | 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 07:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 07:30 AM - 11:00 PM |
Open daily from early morning till late evening, this cafe accommodates leisurely breakfasts, productive laptop work sessions, and relaxed dinners. Plan for visits lasting 1 to 2.5 hours.
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