Monterrey, Mexico: A City of Innovation, Adventure, and Unforgettable Flavors
When you think about Monterrey, Mexico, what comes to mind? Is it the bustling commercial center, innovative hub for technology, or the breathtaking terrains to hike? All of those qualities are what make this Northern Mexico city renowned, but it would be a crime not to taste the rich and unique food spots this region has to offer. Lucky for Central Texans, Viva Aerobus provides nonstop service from Austin (AUS) to Monterrey, Mexico (MTY) year-round four days per week.
There are so many neat restaurants-you might not know where to start! Fear not, in this blog, we’ll provide you with the top recommendations with all the details you desire.
BreAd Panaderos – Who said you have to wait until dessert for a sweet treat? It’s your vacation—start it off right at this local sourdough bakery by tasting their take on traditional Mexican sweet rolls and other international breads. Try their Conchas Blanca, a battered-in-butter bread shelled with delicious white chocolate. Be sure to pair your choice of pan dulce with a high-quality cup of coffee from Café Pistola.
Tacos "El Compadre" – Whether you're a breakfast taco on corn or a lunch taco on flour person, you must try this family-owned taquería in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. This crew has been toasting tortillas golden for over fifty years at an affordable price, ready to be loaded with your pick of ingredients. Top recommendations off the menu include the beef head taco, pierna taco with diced ham, red chili stew, and their tender picadillo taco. If you happen to hear a local call the establishment “Tacos del Muerto,” or “Dead Man’s Tacos,” do not be alarmed, simply look at the cemetery across the street as of why.
El Rey del Cabrito – You cannot leave Monterrey without trying the city's most iconic dish, cabrito! Known for being flavorfully tender, cabrito is meat from a young goat typically roasted over an open flame. El Rey Del Cabrito translates to "King of the Young Goat," and rightfully so, as this restaurant is famous throughout Mexico for expertly cooking the national staple. Plus, if you're a sights-and-atmosphere type of tourist, you're in for a treat! Let's just say the decor is anything but dull, you'll have plenty of interestingly glitzy things to look at while you feast.
SIBAU – Feeling fancy? With marble tops and velvet chairs, pictures of Sibau are what pop up when you Google fine dining. Okay, that may be an exaggeration, but it is safe to say that this extravagant restaurant will deliver you some international gastronomic delights with Spanish flair. Dive into rich flavors by tasting diverse dishes like yellow-tail tostadas, octopus tacos, green apple quail, or habanero cream soup. Not sold on Sibau's creativity yet? Maybe their Passion Kiwi, Volcano, or Dirty Devil cocktail will change your mind.
Lulo Gelato – At some point during every vacation you need to cool off from all the adventuring, and lucky for you, this ice cream shop is the sweet spot just for that! Lulo Gelato is renowned for its craft in unique gelatos and sorbets; we're talking options like Pistachio with Honey, Brownie Cluster Peanut Butter Pretzel, and Goat Cheese with Guava Jam. Don't worry, they offer classics with a Spanish spin too, like Vanilla from Papantla or Oaxacan chocolate with churro. Is it someone's birthday in the travel group? No problem, you can order one of their Terrine of Glories, walnut pies, or brownie cheesecakes to celebrate!
Whether you want to visit Monterrey to hike the mountains or admire historical architecture, you need food to fuel that journey! So, add "indulging in all the finest foods of this innovative metropolis," to the list of reasons why to book that plane ticket to Monterrey, Mexico (MTY)! Viva Aerobus provides nonstop service from Austin (AUS) to Monterrey, Mexico (MTY) year-round four days per week. To book tickets visit, www.vivaaerobus.com.
To check out all the nonstop flights from AUS, visit https://www.austintexas.gov/department/nonstop-flights-out-aus.
Disclaimer: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport hereby disclaims any responsibility for any flight cancellations made by the airline. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport advises all customers to check with the airline for any cancellation information.