WHERE TO EAT The best Cochinita pibil in the world (according to food experts)

"The absolute best item is its exemplary tacos filled with cochinita pibil or slow-roasted pork braised in a thick achiote and sour orange adobo sauce. The house corn tortillas are good, too, as is the stinging habanero salsa you spoon on top."

"This no-frills taco spot in downtown looks nondescript, but has a very good reason for its word-of-mouth reputation: its slow-roasted cochinita pibil. When you walk up to the stand, which is always full of locals, you’ll be asked one simple question: tacos or sandwich? Whichever you choose is topped with cochinita (beautifully seasoned tender pork) and pickled red onions."

"It’s the place to try regional classics like cochinita pibil, pork marinated in ground achiote seeds and bitter orange juice, baked in banana leaves until meltingly tender."

"I tried the cochinita pibil, aka the traditional slow roasted pork dish that I ate every single day during this trip, and it was one of the best I’d tasted in Yucatán!"

"Discover their delicious heritage dishes such as cochinita pibil (slow-roasted pork)."

"As a Mexican native, executive chef Hugo Ortega has an expert understanding of the country’s earthy, complex flavors. Diners can sample unique dishes like cochinita pibil, slow-roasted baby pig cooked in banana leaf."

"The succulent citrus-juiced pork of the cochinita pibil, one of the eight dishes served in small clay pots, matched the ceviche’s tart vibrancy."

"My personal recommendations include the cochinita pibil (deliciously melt-in-your-mouth marinated pork)."

"Cochinita Country is not only what Dolly Parton is called when she lets herself get fat, but also one of the best Yucatecan food restaurants in CDMX. Naturally, the cochinita pibil is the strongest offer. You don't necessarily have to order cochinita, but the pibil is essential: we recommend trying the chicken."

"5 Aguascalientes Brands That Cannot Be Missed: LePib - The cochinita pibil is one of the richest Mexican dishes and preferred by many. Thus LePib offers a varied and innovative menu all based on cochinita pibil and accompanied by the typical, famous and delicious habanero chili sauce."