Café Bar 500 Noches
About This Spot
Stepping into Café Bar 500 Noches, you’re greeted by a warm ambiance that gently hums with understated energy. Nestled on a charming pedestrian stretch in the heart of San Cristóbal de las Casas, this spot marries the relaxed ease of a neighborhood café with the spirited buzz of a lively bar. The carefully curated interior invites you to unwind, where soft lighting and tasteful decor create a space both intimate and welcoming.
Here, time seems to slow just enough to savor the moment—whether you’re settling in for breakfast or lingering over an evening drink. The rhythm of the place shifts effortlessly as the day unfolds: mornings are accompanied by the rich aroma of expertly pulled espresso and comforting breakfast plates that invite quiet reflections or gentle conversation. As night falls, the space pulses with the warmth of live music and the occasional clink of glasses, offering a backdrop that’s vibrant without overwhelming.
The menu is a quietly confident companion to this experience. Gifted with thoughtful touches, each dish and drink is more than nourishment—it’s part of a story. Imagine sharing a lovingly arranged cheese and cold cuts board, the flavors unlocking slowly alongside a crisp artesanal beer, or warming up with a smooth carajillo as soft music weaves through the room. It’s these moments of simple pleasure that give the place its heartbeat.
Above all, Café Bar 500 Noches feels like a place where connection is natural—between friends, strangers, and the unfolding day itself. The attentive service, without being intrusive, complements the space’s unforced charm. Whether you’re here to start the morning slow or to savor a lively evening, this corner of Miguel Hidalgo is a gentle invitation to belong somewhere just a little bit special.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Delivery
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Great beer selection
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Great cocktails
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Great coffee
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Great dessert
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Great tea selection
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Great wine list
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Live music
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Wheelchair-accessible seating
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet
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Wheelchair-accessible car park
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Happy-hour drinks
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Late-night food
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Quick bite
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Salad bar
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Small plates
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Spirits
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Vegetarian options
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Wine
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Breakfast
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Brunch
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Dessert
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Seating
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Table service
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Bar on site
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Toilet
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Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi
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Casual
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Cosy
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Quiet
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Romantic
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Trendy
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Upmarket
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Groups
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Tourists
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University students
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Brunch reservations recommended
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Lunch reservations recommended
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Dinner reservations recommended
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Good for kids
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High chairs
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Kids' menu
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Free of charge street parking
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Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | 08:30 AM - 02:00 AM | |
| Tuesday | 08:30 AM - 02:00 AM | |
| Wednesday | 08:30 AM - 02:00 AM | |
| Thursday | 08:30 AM - 02:00 AM | |
| Friday | 08:30 AM - 02:00 AM | |
| Saturday | 08:30 AM - 02:00 AM | |
| Sunday | 08:30 AM - 02:00 AM |
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Emily S 27 Feb 2026
We ordered the Tabla Mixta which was delicious and beautifully presented. We also had a couple of cocktails (cosmopolitan and tierra del feugo) which were also good. Great atmosphere and close to lots of other restaurants on a pretty pedestrian street.
Shelly Agam 22 Feb 2026
Beautiful (if not local) design, nice calm atmosphere. This place is located within a sort of restaurants mall, off of one of the main walking streets. I only had the eggs Benedict, they were over done (which lost them a star), and the exact copy of the eggs Benedict breakfast offered and better executed in the Sarajevo cafe. Would recommend a visit if it’s on your way but not worth a special effort.
Mike Myers 12 Feb 2026
Went here for breakfast after checking other’s reviews. Great atmosphere, great service, food presentation was great but the eggs Benedict and waffles were both cold when brought to our table. Both tasted good, just not warm. Coffee tasted good and was hot. A little bit pricey.
Julien van der waal 18 Jan 2026
Very outgoing place with great (live) music. The ambience in this place is just on another level. The interior is very well designed to really give you a welcoming feeling. Next to this you have great staff and amazing live bands which really creates an atmosphere that is out of this world. All the food was delicious. I can highly recommend trying any of the chicken dishes or the salmon carpaccio. Place is not the cheapest but it is definitely worth your money. We will be back if we ever return to San Cristobal!
Perfectly Lonely 17 Dec 2025
Had the grilled chicken Pachuca. The cheese and chicken were a little over done for my taste. Mushroom sauce a 10+ Nice presentation. Service excellent. Cocktails very good. Atmosphere 10+
Spencer Forsyth 11 Dec 2025
Beautiful location and great design! Amazing view over the area as well, we were lucky to get a nice sunny day. The service was quite slow and not very attentive. Prices were reasonable due to the location. We had only one dish which was the 500 Noches pasta dish. 7.8/10 Was quite heavy but other than that the flavours were spot on, we added the shrimp for a bit more protein!
Christopher Heberlein 09 Dec 2025
Excellent food. (Try the tuna toast) Forthcoming staff. High quality atmosphere. Fair prices - given the quality (~€50 for 2 people dinner and drinks) Only recommendation: the live singers are quite loud. Lower volume on the microphones would make it even more enjoyable.
Cynthia St Pierre 25 Nov 2025
I had the Pechuga Valenci, it was absolutely divine! I have been in San Cristobal for over 2 months and have eaten at many restaurants here, all of them amazing! I leave tomorrow and today I came to 500 Noches and felt I saved the best for last! It is hidden away upstairs of. Historico. Great atmosphere and service!