Café Histórico
Coffee, culture and community in the Historic Downtown
About Café Histórico
Café Histórico is a cultural space and coffee shop in the heart of Mexicali's Historic Downtown. More than a coffee shop, it is a meeting point for artists, creatives and good-coffee lovers, and an active part of the cultural revival of the city center. The concept was born from the need to create a space where culture and coffee come together: with rotating local art exhibitions, frequent cultural events and a vibrant atmosphere, it has become a landmark of Mexicali's art scene. Its menu features specialty coffee brewed with artisanal methods like Chemex and cold brew, plus light options such as gourmet sandwiches, wraps, salads and homemade desserts, in a space decorated with local art that is cozy for both working and socializing.
The experience
☕ Menu
☕ Coffee drinks
Latte with house-made lavender syrup. A unique floral, aromatic experience.
Cold-extracted for 12+ hours. Smooth, less acidic and more intense.
Artisanal pour-over method that brings out the most delicate notes of the coffee.
Japanese matcha with natural lemonade. Refreshing and energizing.
🥪 Food & Desserts
Fresh bagel with cream cheese, turkey and fresh vegetables.
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil and pesto on artisan bread.
Flour tortilla with hummus, fresh vegetables and cheese.
Lettuce mix with house dressing and seasonal toppings.
Tips for your visit
What to know before you go
A cultural space
Rotating local art exhibitions, cultural events and open-mic nights. A meeting point for the artistic community.
Great for working
Free high-speed WiFi, available outlets and a quiet atmosphere perfect for focusing.
Pet Friendly
Bring your pets without any issue. We are friendly to our four-legged friends.
Specialty coffee
Select beans brewed with artisanal methods: Chemex, cold brew and quality espresso.
A reviving downtown
Café Histórico is part of the movement reviving Mexicali's Historic Downtown, a once-forgotten area now coming back to life thanks to cultural spaces like this one.
⭐ What visitors say
“I love the vibe of the place, there's always good music and cool events. The coffee is excellent and the brownie is amazing. A downtown must.”
— Alejandra M. · Google
“An oasis downtown. A great place to work for a while and enjoy a good drink. The staff is very kind and the WiFi flies.”
— Roberto S. · Google
“The best coffee in the historic downtown. I love that they always have local artist exhibitions. The cold brew is one of my favorites in the whole city.”
— Diana L. · Google
Hours
Location
C. José María Morelos 237-C, Centro Histórico, 21100
Centro Histórico, Pasaje Cultural
Mexicali, B.C.