Best Pipian in Guadalajara, MX

A thick, savory sauce made from toasted pumpkin seeds and chilies, usually served over chicken.

La Chata

Centro Histórico

4.6 / 5

A staple in the area for 80 years... the pollo con mole or pipián is a hearty, homemade masterpiece.

Local LegendClassicAuthentic

9.2Flavor

9.5Value

8Vibe

Colonia Americana

4.5 / 5

Guadalajara's most appreciated place for old Mexican cuisine... the sauces are whimsical and deeply flavorful.

UpscaleClassicLocal Legend

9.6Flavor

7.5Value

9.8Vibe

Zapopan Centro

4.6 / 5

A local gem in Zapopan known for its hearty traditional dishes and vibrant, homey atmosphere.

Hidden GemAuthenticValue

9.4Flavor

9.8Value

8.7Vibe

Vallarta Norte

4.7 / 5

The otherworldly octopus in sikil p'aak sets the standard for contemporary Mexican cuisine.

ModernInstagrammableUpscale

9.8Flavor

6.5Value

9.5Vibe

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