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Mexico City – Don Vergas Mariscos
By Dayyan Armstrong | Dec. 4, 2018
2ᵃ Calle de Ernesto Pugibet 21, Colonia Centro, Centro, 06000 CDMX, Mexico
19.429800 | 99.145360
In the center of Mercado de San Juan, one of the oldest markets in Mexico City lays Don Vergas Mariscos. It’s a simple booth with a kitchen and an open fire with 3 cook – Don is the man in charge and the visionary behind the fiery smoke filled citrus marinated fresh food being served at an 8 seated counter style food both. Open Friday – Sunday only and get there early, ll am sharp for the first serving. Get the marlin taco, octopus, shrimp and the crab claw ceviche if available. Ingredients are fresh.

Spicy fresh shrimp ceviche

Braised then grilled octopus legs with fire charred red onions

The indoor grill at the market

Owner and head chef at Don Vergas

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