Mexico - Mexico City
Mercado de San Juan Pugibet
By @yitravels
A market dating back to 1955 selling gourmet and exotic foods. Fried insects, scorpion liqueur and lion meat are some of the food that you can buy here. Not your typical Mexican spot but worth a visit.
Address: 2ᵃ Calle de Ernesto Pugibet 21, Colonia Centro, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, 06070 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Why go
If you want to try Lion or Llama meat or just want to look around.
Known for
Exotic food market.
Vibe
Busy.
Tips
There are several tapas bar and seafood stands here, I recommend you get something to eat and look around a little.
About @yitravels
I’m Yi, a travel creator uncovering off-the-beaten-path experiences around the world. From solo adventures to trips with loved ones, I balance a full-time job while sharing authentic stories that inspire curiosity.




