Restaurante Casareyna

For almost two decades, this restaurant has stood as a standard-bearer for classic Pueblan cooking. Open at all hours, the spacious dining room features high ceilings, modern art and a host of attentive servers ready to swoop in. The menu is large, but locals know which specialties to focus on. When in season, chiles en nogada is a must. Another essential is the sizeable sample platter featuring mole poblano, verde, rojo and blanco – each one finely layered and bursting with personality. Everything has to be shared, including several endlessly tempting and fiery salsas. The restaurant is connected to a boutique hotel as well.