La Rauxa

For 85 pesos, one cannot do better than lunch at La Rauxa. A Spanish restaurant with outdoor seating on a small street off Parque Mexico in La Condesa, the daily lunch menu includes the flavored agua del dia, soup, a salad, a choice of four entrees (which includes beef, chicken, fish or a vegetarian option), dessert and an espresso. They also have wine, beer and other beverages for an additional charge.

One couldn't really frequent this place every single day as the courses don't vary too terribly much, but every single time I visit I have to order the fish. It's never been less than delicious. The service is young and friendly, the sidewalk seating can get a little cramped during the lunch rush, but it's informal and nice. This is my favorite place in Condesa, hands down, and it seems to have stayed off the beaten path (so far), despite its central location.