About this spot
La Palapita Tulum in Downtown (El Centro) makes tacos the way Mexico City does — small corn tortillas, perfectly seasoned meat, cilantro, onion, and a squeeze of lime. No hard shells. No sour cream. Just perfection.
💡 Tips before you go
- Al pastor (spit-roasted pork with pineapple) is the CDMX essential
- Double tortilla is standard — it holds the juices
- Salsa bar is self-serve. Green (verde) is usually milder than red (roja).
- The best taquerías have a crowd at 10pm. That's dinner time.
Common Questions
Where is La Palapita Tulum?
It's in Downtown (El Centro), Cancun.
Do I need to speak Spanish?
Spanish is essential at local spots. Tourist areas have English menus. "Me da..." while pointing works everywhere.
What should I order?
Five tacos al pastor with everything (con todo). Squeeze lime, add salsa. A Jarritos or agua de horchata to drink.
About this page
Restaurant: La Palapita Tulum
Cuisine: tacos
Location: Downtown (El Centro), Cancun, Mexico
Source: Curated from local review platforms