Tradition meets modernity at Taquería Los Alexis in Mexico City

Taquería Los Alexis serves up two kinds of tacos, and interiors with an industrial edge

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Taquería Los Alexis, designed by RA!, in Mexico City
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Taquería Los Alexis, by chef Alexis Ayala, is a delightful addition to the vibrant streets of Chiapas, in Mexico City’s Colonia Roma – a district steeped in history and renowned for its culture, gastronomy, and architecture. Los Alexis pays homage to informal street commerce, encapsulating the charm of a traditional changarro (a small business) within a modern setting, and serves up a straightforward menu featuring two taco varieties: los taurinos and los de Asada.

Step inside Taquería Los Alexis, designed by RA!

Taqueria Los Alexis, designed by RA!, in Mexico City

(Image credit: Courtesy of RA!)

Mexican design studio RA! was enlisted to transform the modest 15 sq m property by manipulating colours, textures, and aromas. The interior architecture revolves around a joyful mosaic, embracing the open kitchen and serving as the space’s focal point. Drawing inspiration from the art deco legacy of Roma Norte, the design harmonises opposing hues and sleek, curved lines, with strategic lighting to add dynamism.

White bar stools at green bar with steel bar-top in mosaic tiled interior of Taqueria Los Alexis, designed by RA!, in Mexico CityTaqueria Los Alexis, designed by RA!, in Mexico City

(Image credit: Courtesy of RA!)

White bar stools at green bar in mosaic tiled interior of Taqueria Los Alexis, designed by RA!, in Mexico City

(Image credit: Courtesy of RA!)

The detailed craftsmanship evident in the taqueria’s construction began with the renovation process, which involved the removal of worn finishes to make room for intricate mosaic tiling. The design connects the past and present by integrating new elements with the original industrial structure, which previously housed a beer depository.

White bar stool and green bar at Taqueria Los Alexis, designed by RA!, in Mexico City

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Lighting suspended from industrial-style ceiling within Taqueria Los Alexis, designed by RA!, in Mexico City

(Image credit: Courtesy of RA!)

Combining aesthetic appeal with functionality, the bar and kitchen area showcases a sleek, low-profile steel structure adorned in a vibrant green hue, contrasting with the surrounding minimal decor. Suspended storage units give the illusion of weightlessness, infusing a whimsical touch to the space. Even the restroom receives a makeover, echoing the taqueria’s signature aesthetic.

Taqueria Los Alexis, designed by RA!, in Mexico City

(Image credit: Courtesy of RA!)

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Sofia de la Cruz
Travel Editor

Sofia de la Cruz is the Travel Editor at Wallpaper*. A self-declared flâneuse, she feels most inspired when taking the role of a cultural observer – chronicling the essence of cities and remote corners through their nuances, rituals, and people. Her work lives at the intersection of art, design, and culture, often shaped by conversations with the photographers who capture these worlds through their lens.