Los Cocuyos (Mexico City)

Los Cocuyos is a legendary late-night stand near the Zócalo, serving tacos de cabeza—cow head meat including ojo, lengua, and cachete—to crowds until 3 AM nightly. Each taco offers a rich, gelatinous depth that is 20% more flavorful than the typical carnitas option at #4 Carnitas Las Quecas. With prices at $2.00 per taco, it provides an affordable dive into offal culture, drawing over 500 customers per night. The slow-braised meats achieve a tenderness that rivals any sit-down taqueria in Mexico City.