Capítulo Uno
Mexicali's book café: signature drinks among bookshelves
About Capítulo Uno
Capítulo Uno is Mexicali's book café: a corner coffee shop in the Independencia Magisterial neighborhood where shelves of literature and best sellers are part of the place, free to browse while you sip your drink. The menu runs from classic coffee and tea to signature drinks named after book characters — like the Draco or the Lara Jean — plus the desserts and cookies reviewers keep mentioning. The vibe is calm, with indoor seating and a terrace, equally good for reading, studying or a long unhurried chat. With years in business and a 4.6 rating across 460+ Google reviews, it is one of the area's best-loved coffee shops. Note: closed on Sundays.
The experience
☕ Menu
📖 Signature drinks
A house drink named after a book character — a review favorite.
Bitter and milky — recommended by regulars.
"Check the limited-time drinks, many of them are really good," reviewers say.
☕ Coffee & tea
Lattes and classics, praised as solid quality coffee.
A calm alternative to go with your book.
🍪 Desserts
The house cookies get their own shout-outs in reviews.
"Tasty desserts and good coffee" — the classic combo here.
Tips for your visit
What to know before you go
Grab a book
The shelves hold literature and best sellers you can browse while you drink — that is the whole point of the place.
Ask about seasonal drinks
Reviewers say the limited-time drinks are often the best thing on the menu.
Closed on Sundays
It opens Monday to Saturday from 11:30 AM to 9 PM — plan your reading session accordingly.
⭐ What visitors say
“A very pleasant, calm place. Inside you will find plenty of literature and best sellers. Ideal for coffee or tea while reading a book or chatting with friends.”
— Victor Hugo R. (Google) · Google
“Tasty desserts and good coffee. The signature drinks are great — check the limited-time ones, many are really good. Also perfect for studying or homework.”
— Benjamin B. (Google) · Google
“I recommend the Lara Jean — bitter and milky. There is seating outside and inside, the colors are lovely and it feels safe.”
— Hazael (Google) · Google
❓ Frequently asked questions
What are Capítulo Uno's hours?
Is it a bookstore or a café?
What should I order?
Hours
Location
Av. Ignacio López Rayón 599, Col. Independencia Magisterial, 21290
En esquina sobre Av. López Rayón, Independencia Magisterial
Mexicali, B.C.