The Parroquia chain is a Veracruz institution with an outpost in Xalapa, serving the famous lechero coffee — strong black espresso topped up with hot milk poured from a height by waiters who never miss. The ritual of tapping your glass with a spoon to summon the milk pourer is a Veracruz tradition, and Cafe de la Parroquia maintains it with theatrical commitment. The cafe is open from early morning and serves light food alongside its coffee. It is a good place to watch the city wake up.