Mexico City

Incredible hospitality, kind people, and a beautiful aesthetic make Mexico City a fantastic and inspiring place to explore, eat, and drink.
locations marked with asterisks are not to be missed

 
 

eat

Contramar *

a must-visit. order tuna tostadas and the tarta de hijo- fig tart.
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Máximo Bistrot *

fine dining in Roma Norte.
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Anonimo *

great music, magnums, elevated Italian fare with amazing staff.
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Café de Nadie

trendy vinyl spot with quality cocktails. website • instagram • location

Jenni’s Street Quesadillas *

casual street quesadillas in Roma.
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Cicatriz *

natural wine haven open all day.
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Mariscos “Mi Compa Chava”

no-frills seafood. no reservations, worth the wait.
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Quintonil

one of the most famous tasting menus in CDMX along with Pujol.
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Imbiss

incredible food and natural wines in an unpretentious setting. instagram

Lina *

absolutely beautiful location from chef mariana villegas martínez (formerly contramar, cosme).
instagram • location

Masala y Maíz

check hours before going. we love Masala y Maíz’s passionate activism.
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Choza *

no reservations, rooftop, vinyl-spinning, amazing food and natural wines.
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Yoru Handroll and Sushi Bar

some of the best sushi in CDMX.
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Makan

singaporean fare with great ambiance and natural wines.
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Havre 77

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Entremar

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Itacate del Mar

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Azul Historico

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Lardo

great for brunch or a casual dinner.
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Sud 777

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Em

a fantastic pairing menu with a speakeasy above.
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Los Cocuyos

some of the most famous tacos in Centro.
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San Ángel Inn

traditional Mexican fare south of the city- perfect for lunch after hitting Bazaar Sabado.
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Superette

Normandy-inspired spot with an impressive cider list.
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Meroma

beautiful ambiance and impressive wine list.
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Taquería Orinoco *

reliably great taco spots, open late night.
roma location• condesa location

Salon Familiar La Mascota Cantina

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Tortas Al Fuego

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Outdoor restaurant seating area with white tables, chairs, and plants, featuring place settings and wine glasses.

NIV is a restaurant and wine bar tucked into a corner in the heart of Condesa featuring small-production wines, an internationally inspired food program, and a cheeky, candlelit backroom with curated vinyl records, mezcal, and late-night bites.

drink

cocktail bars

Licorería Limantour *

voted one of the best bars in the world. incredible menu.
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Baltra Bar *

award winning cocktail bar. sibling bar to Limantour.
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Tokyo Record Bar

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Caiman

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La Clandestina

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Supra Roma Rooftop

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Cityzen

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Cha Cha Cha

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Hanky Panky
Cocktail Bar

speakeasy. expect a wait before entering through a taco shop.
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sip

wine bars & shops

Loup Bar *

a must-visit natural wine bar with great food.
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Hugo *

another fantastic natural wine bar with impressive bites.
instagram • location

Vinos Chidos

wine shop, no drinking in store.
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PLONK

wine bar right off of parque mexico.
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Escorpio

an AVDB favorite natural wine shop with tastings Thursdays 5-8pm.
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Oropel

Vermouth/natural wines.
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Local 1

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Vigneron

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Canopia

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Super Cope

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indulge

cafés & bakeries

ODETTE CONDESA*

best pastry spot in CDMX, owned by my sweet friend Odette. website • instagram • location

Saint*

28-year old owner Daniel studied with Tartine and Josey Baker in SF before opening this incredible bakery. instagram • location

Panadería Rosetta *

restaurant rosetta’s panaderia. famous for the guyaba roll! website • instagram • location

Bou

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Emmer Panadería

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La Vitrine CDMX

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Café Nin

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Maque

very traditional mexican brunch spot on parque mexico in condesa. instagram • location

Forte

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shop

boutiques & stores

Bazaar Sabado

the perfect Saturday morning. ceramics, art and jewlery. dine at San Angel Inn after.
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Goodbye Folk Vintage Clothing

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Aazar Vintage

favorite vintage store in the city! we <3 elena!
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Vintage Hoe

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Simple By Trista

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Audette

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stay

boutique hotels

Octavia Casa

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Ignacia Guest House

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Casa Pani

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