El Hornito Bakery – Mexican
The golden glow of the oven and the nutty aroma of toasted sesame seeds define this bustling neighborhood gem, where the art of the Pueblan cemita is celebrated with every hand-crafted roll. Diners tuck into towering sandwiches layered with spiced meats and creamy avocado, or savor the rustic comfort of steam-kissed tamales and crisp picaditas drizzled in vibrant, zesty salsas. The experience rounds out with a sweet transition to the bakery cases, where rich mocha and Americano cakes offer a decadent, velvety finish to a meal rooted in soulful Mexican tradition.
South Gammon Road +16082206116 https://www.elhornito.coRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, vegan, halal, dairy-free, high-protein, gluten-free, pescatarian, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the flavorful dishes and generous portions, highlighting the satisfying nature of the menu. Guests love the prompt and knowledgeable service provided by the attentive staff, which pairs perfectly with the relaxed vibe that makes for a memorable dining experience. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere, it is frequently praised for providing a high-quality dinner in a comfortable and unhurried setting.
Menu
Cemitas
- Arabe Cemita: Marinated pork meat with onions, served with chipotle salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Enchilada Cemita: Chile marinated pork with beans, mayonnaise, cheese, onions and chipotle peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber
- Milanesa Cemita: Breaded chicken with beans, mayonnaise, cheese, onions and chipotle peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Tacos & Picaditas
- Picaditas (Green or Red Salsa): Thick masa tortilla filled with beans, topped with salsa, onions and queso fresco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- Arabe Taco: Marinated pork meat with onions, served with chipotle salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Asada Taco: Marinated beef topped with onion and cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Seasonal Tamales
Available Saturday and Sunday from October to March
- Chicken Tamale with Green Salsa: Chicken with green salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Jalapeño and Cheese Tamale: Jalapeño and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Cakes
- Americano Cake: Chocolate or vanilla cake with whipped cream. Custom with fruit, jam or spread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mocha Cake: Chocolate cake with coffee in both the cake layers and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocoflan: Hybrid dessert that combines chocolate cake with flan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flan: Creamy caramel custard with caramel sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Tres Leches Cake: Three milk soaked vanilla cake layers with whipped cream. Custom with or without fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Marble Cake: Chocolate and vanilla swirled cake layered with whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sweet Bread (Pan Dulce)
- Bigote Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Concha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cuerno Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Galleta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mil Hojas Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Ojo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Payaso Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Riel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bola de Berlin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cono Relleno Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Danish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Wedding Cookie (Galleta de Boda) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Morning Bun Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Oreja Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Piedra Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rebanada Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Broca Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Croissant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Dona Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mante Concha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Moño Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Orquidea Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Polvoron Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Scone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Beso Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Churro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cubilete Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Empanada Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mantecada Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Multi Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pachuco Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Puerquito Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Savory Bread (Pan de Sal)
- Cemita Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pambazo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chamberina Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pelona Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chancla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Telera Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Bolillo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Colorado Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Torta de Agua Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
Seasonal Breads
- Pan de Fiesta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rosquiconcha Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rosca de Reyes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hojaldra Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian