⚽ When It’s World Cup Match Day… There’s No Time to Waste!

Mexico City transforms completely on game days: busier streets, crowded metro stations, jerseys everywhere, and an energy you only feel every four years.
And yes, it’s all amazing… except when you suddenly realize:

👉 “I’m starving… and the match starts in 40 minutes.”

But don’t panic. This guide is designed so you can eat delicious, fast, affordable food without stress, even during one of the busiest days in the city. 😎🔥

Before you continue, if what you need is something immediate and based on your location, check where to eat near you in CDMX during the World Cup, with quick and accessible options you can choose in minutes.

🚀 Eat Fast in CDMX Without Sacrificing Flavor. Mission Possible!

Here are real-life options to survive game day with a happy stomach:

🍲 1. Homemade food ready for pickup (the fastest option)

If you’re near a Homlunch kitchen, check the app or website to see which homestyle dishes are ready for pickup in your area.

Perfect when:

  • You don’t want to wait for a table

  • You don’t have time to explore options

  • You want something filling and homemade before the match

Just choose, pick up, and go.

🌯 2. Quick bites you’ll find almost anywhere in the city

CDMX was practically built for fast food. On game days, you’ll easily find:

  • Tacos ready in seconds 🌮

  • Tlayudas or sincronizadas made on the spot

  • Prepped tostadas

  • Homemade burritos

  • Ready-to-go lunch plates

Walk a minute or two and you’ll usually see something good.

And if you’d rather eat like locals do, avoiding crowded areas and finding authentic everyday food, you can also check where to eat like a local in CDMX during the World Cup, perfect if you want real flavors without the tourist traps.

🥤 3. Snack lifesavers for fans in a rush

Perfect when you’re really tight on time but don’t want to go hungry:

  • Elotes and esquites

  • Loaded chips

  • Fruit with chili

  • Volovanes

  • Tortas made in seconds

Easy, quick, cheap, and filling.

⭐ Pro Tip:

Check Homlunch two or three hours before the match.
On busy days, some hosts open early with dishes ready for pickup.

🚇 Food Strategy Depending on Your Route

We won’t list specific places (to avoid promoting non-Homlunch spots), but here’s what will help you eat fast in CDMX:

  • Areas around Line 3, Line 9, and Line 12 usually have tons of quick, affordable food.

  • Office zones often have grab-and-go food, especially at midday.

  • Market zones tend to offer cheap, filling homemade dishes in minutes.

💡 The key: look around major stations or residential areas → that’s where the fastest options usually are.

🍽️ Homlunch: The Secret to Eating Without Losing Time

If you want to make sure you'll get homemade, tasty, filling food with zero lines, Homlunch is your best ally.

With Homlunch you can:
✔️ See active home kitchens near you
✔️ Check dishes ready for pickup
✔️ Reserve your meal before heading out
✔️ Avoid crowds, long waits, and stadium prices
✔️ Enjoy real homestyle food even when you're short on time

Fast food doesn’t have to be junk food.

 

👉 Before heading to the match, check Homlunch and find homemade food ready for pickup near you.
Save time, skip lines… and get to the stadium fully energized.

 

❓ FAQs – Eating Fast in CDMX During the World Cup

1. Is it easy to find quick food near major routes to stadiums?

Yes. CDMX is full of quick street food, fondas, and ready-to-go dishes, especially in high-traffic areas.

2. Does Homlunch work on game days?

Absolutely. Many hosts even cook earlier than usual so fans can pick up food before the match.

3. What kind of homemade food can I find?

Everything from stews, rice, beans, and chicken dishes to enchiladas, chilaquiles, tortas, soups, and bowls.

4. Should I eat something light or heavy before the match?

If you're in a rush, something light. If you have time, a complete homemade plate is ideal.

5. Is picking up food with Homlunch fast?

Yes. You arrive, grab your order, and keep moving, no waiting.