Dishes from San Luis Potosi are based on the traditional cuisine of the Huastecs, an indigenous group which spans the southern part of the state and several surrounding states which share culture, traditions and flavors from pre-Hispanic times. In this wide region, corn is a dietary staple used in the preparation of dishes such as the Huastecas and Potosinas enchiladas (corn tortillas dipped in chili sauce, filled with cheese, sprinkled with chopped onion, fried in oil, and topped with sour cream), the gorditas (specially thick corn tortillas stuffed with nearly anything edible, fried in oil, and garnished), the bocolitos (small gorditas), the estrujadas (large corn tortillas garnished with sauce and cheese), the bean tamales and the zacahuil, a giant tamale known as "the tamale of the tamales." Tradition says that the "zacahuil" must be prepared for at least 40 people. This Huasteca delight is prepared with chicken, pork chops, corn dough, lard and chili. Then, it is wrapped in banana leaves and steamed in a firewood oven.
Other dishes that make of San Luis Potosi an incredible gastronomic experience are the mountain potatoes with prickly pears mixed with palm hearts and kid goat prepared in "pastor" style. The traditional beverages are the "atole of aguamiel" (prepared by roasting kernels of corn, grinding them up, and stirring the resulting meal into water, sweetened with sugar or honey and flavored with sap taken from the maguey), pulque (an alcoholic drink made by fermenting the sap from the maguey agave), the colonche (an alcoholic drink made from the fermentation of macerated cactus fruit and sugar), the San Luis Potosi rum and jobo wine.
El Callejon de San Francisco
In this charming restaurant you can enjoy a pleasant night admiring a sky full of stars from the terrace and a wonderful view of San Francisco's church dome. The specialties are enchiladas potosinas, chiles en nogada, a delicious chicken breast covered with a succulent cream, and other delicacies of the international cuisine.
El Herradero
It is located very close to the historic center of San Luis Potosi, El Herradero restaurant offers its clients an exquisite variety of Mexican food. The kid goat and prime cuts are some dishes that this cabana restaurant has for you; it has an incredible ambiance where the attention and the excellent service are the most important.
La Cabana de Pecos
La Cabana de Pecos offers charcoal-grilled beef specialties, as well as succulent prime cuts accompanied with a delicious wine. Enjoy a nice familiar ambiance where live music and the excellent decoration are blended to create a fabulous atmosphere. Feel like a far west cowboy!
Le Pic du Midi
Dinner in a romantic and excellent setting right in the garden or on the terrace is ideal for those who want to give their loved one a surprise: imagine a delicious candlelight dinner with candle lights in the French style. Le Pic Du Midi is also a charming place for those who want to enjoy some very unique specialties either at a business dinner or just in the company of their families.
Orizatlan
This is a typical restaurant that offers the most traditional Huasteca cuisine. The specialties that you will find at this colorful place are grilled food, such as enchiladas Huastecas and the famous zacahuil. Don't forget to enjoy your meal with some of the traditional beverages, and to wrap up your meal experience with a delicious dessert.
Rincon Huasteco
If you are looking to get energized before taking a tour around the beautiful San Luis Potosi city, it is obligatory to make a stop at the Rincon Huasteco restaurant. Located just a few steps from the historic center, you will be able to eat tasty dishes of the Huasteca cuisine. If ordering the delicious zacahuil dish, make sure to allow enough time for it.