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Iconic churro institution since 1935. Open 24h. Neon-lit, retro, completely unmissable

Specialty: Churros with hot chocolate — choose from Mexican, French, Spanish or Swiss style

Pro tip: Open 24 hours. The late-night and early-morning crowd is the most authentic experience

Quiet pedestrian street, old-school charm, specialty Mexican beans. No car noise

Specialty: Single-origin Mexican coffee — Chiapas, Oaxaca, Veracruz. Carrot cake is iconic

Pro tip: Sit outside on Regina street — the calmest spot in all of Centro. Laptop friendly

Calm oasis above an art gallery. Large open windows overlooking Centro's colonial streets

Specialty: Flat whites, matcha, modern brunch dishes — French toast, avocado toast

Pro tip: Perfect first stop before a day of sightseeing. Tranquil, never overwhelming

Old newspaper-district haunt since 1954. Reporters, writers, regulars. Frozen in time

Specialty: Café con leche poured tableside from a pitcher — old-school Cuban coffee culture

Pro tip: Order the lechero — hot milk poured into espresso at the table. A real CDMX ritual

8th floor of Sears building. Panoramic views of Bellas Artes directly across. Tourist secret

Specialty: Espresso drinks, frappes, pan dulce — nothing fancy, but the view is everything

Pro tip: Arrive early to snag a balcony table — go straight to the front and ask for a view seat

Historic cantina since 1876. Carved wood booths, gilded ceilings, Pancho Villa's bullet hole

Specialty: Classic margaritas, tequila, chamorro — old-school and proud of it

Pro tip: Look up at the ceiling — legend says Pancho Villa shot a hole through it during the Revolution

Hidden behind a curtain, no sign outside. Candlelit, jazz, cult mezcalería. Standing only

Specialty: 40+ small-batch artisanal mezcals, blue corn quesadillas, chapulines with lime

Pro tip: Go on a weeknight — weekends are impossible to move. No reservations accepted

Floor 41 of Torre Latinoamericana. 360° views of the entire city. Best at sunset

Specialty: Margaritas, mezcal cocktails, Aperol Spritz — go for the view, not the mixology

Pro tip: Come at sunset — watch CDMX light up from above. Arrive right when they open to grab window seats

Jazz club inside a former bank vault. Art Déco building, original vault doors still in place

Specialty: Live jazz Wed-Sat, classic cocktails, intimate setting — the CDMX Village Vanguard

Pro tip: Reserve ahead — it fills fast on weekends. Check their schedule online before going

Legendary mariachi cantina on Plaza Garibaldi since 1925. Murals, papel picado, pure folklore

Specialty: Tequila, mezcal — surrounded by competing mariachi bands. Unmissable on a Saturday night

Pro tip: Go after 9pm on a weekend — that's when Garibaldi fully comes alive. Tip your mariachis

• ✓ 10 min walk to Zócalo, Bellas Artes and Templo Mayor
• ✓ Rooftop bar with terrace and daily happy hour
• ✓ Buffet breakfast included — highly rated by guests

Pro tip: Book directly on their website for best rates. Ask for a room with city views

• ✓ Steps from the Zócalo — lobby built over a real 500-year-old Aztec temple (glass floor)
• ✓ Rooftop terrace bar with direct views of the Metropolitan Cathedral
• ✓ Free minibar + buffet breakfast included in all rooms

Pro tip: Book a room with cathedral view — worth the upgrade. Ask for high floors

• ✓ 4-min walk to Zócalo — unbeatable location in the Historic Center
• ✓ 24h rooftop snack bar on floor 7 with free food, coffee and beer included
• ✓ Cooked-to-order breakfast included every day

Pro tip: Ask for an inward-facing room — quieter and more spacious than street-side

Romantic courtyard with candle-lit trees and retractable roof

Specialty: Renowned mole negro and traditional regional dishes

Pro tip: Reserve ahead for dinner; watch fresh tortillas being made tableside

Timeless Mexican institution in a French Porfirian building. White tablecloths, pianist

Specialty: Pan dulce with nata, tableside hot chocolate, chile en nogada in season

Pro tip: Go for breakfast — arrive early on weekends or expect a wait

Intimate, theatrical. 18th-century restored mansion with craft gallery at the entrance

Specialty: Tasting menu with mezcal pairing — insects, hoja santa, seasonal Mexican ingredients

Pro tip: Order the degustación con maridaje. Owned by the same family as Café de Tacuba

Classic all-day diner since 1948. Open 7am to 4am. Long bar, bright lights, old-school charm

Specialty: Enchiladas, tacos, roast chicken — local Mexican classics at local prices

Pro tip: Open nearly 24h. The go-to for Centro locals before or after anything. Cash preferred

Open since 1912 in a 17th-century casona. Talavera tiles, colonial paintings, live music

Specialty: Mole enchiladas, pozole, cochinita panuchos, café de olla. Inspired the band name

Pro tip: Go for breakfast — the musicians serenade you and it's the most authentic hour

Best time: Sunrise or sunset for stunning cathedral views

Pro tip: Visit rooftop restaurant for breakfast with panoramic Zócalo square views

Best time: Sunset and golden hour (check clear sky days for volcano views)

Pro tip: On clear days you can spot Popocatépetl. Entry ~$11 USD — buy online to skip the queue

Best time: Thu–Sun from 5:30pm — rooftop bar with sunset views over Centro Histórico

Pro tip: Hidden above Hostal Regina — ask for the rooftop. Relaxed vibe, plants, fairy lights

Best time: Sunset for dramatic city views from 55m high

Pro tip: Glass elevator offers 360° panoramic views; visit café at top

Best time: Sunset — direct front-row views of the Catedral Metropolitana and Zócalo

Pro tip: Free entry Mon–Thu. Fri–Sat ~$5 USD cover for DJ. One of CDMX's best value rooftops

Casual all-day European café energy. Wood-fired kitchen, bar seating, old-school charm

Specialty: Croque madame, grilled octopus, wood-fired pizza, seasonal Mediterranean menu

Pro tip: Breakfast is the move — come early or reserve. By Elena Reygadas (Rosetta team)

Bright all-day bakery-café. Blue and white design, pastry counter you can't ignore

Specialty: Sourdough kouign-amann, berlinesas rellenas, cinnamon roll, chilaquiles

Pro tip: No reservations. Go early on weekends — the best pastries sell out fast

Tiny, beloved 3rd-wave gem. Brooklyn-bohemian feel, strong community vibe

Specialty: The Chiquitito (condensed milk espresso) + banana bread. Laptop friendly

Pro tip: Original location — over 10 years in Condesa. Small terrace outside. Go early

Stunning space — tall ceilings, indoor trees, bakery-restaurant-academy

Specialty: Tres leches pancakes, croque madame, pastries by Spanish-trained chefs

Pro tip: Weekends get packed fast. Arrive before 10am or expect a wait

Oaxacan specialty coffee meets art, fashion & design. Creative community hub

Specialty: Pour-over with beans from Finca Las Nieves, Oaxaca. Lavender latte + grilled cheese on sourdough

Pro tip: Order it filtered — it takes time but it's the real deal. Shares building with Pay's design store

French-style boulangerie on a leafy Condesa plaza. Charming, neighbourhood feel

Specialty: Almond croissant, raspberry kouign-amann, crujiente de guayaba

Pro tip: Go on a weekday morning — pastries come straight from the oven and lines are shorter

Iconic Roma bakery, line out the door every morning — worth every minute

Specialty: Guava & ricotta roll, cardamom bun, sourdough — Mexican meets European

Pro tip: Try the Puebla 242 branch for shorter queues. Same pastries, less wait

Neighbourhood institution since 1942. Old-school European bakery, zero pretension

Specialty: Rosca de Reyes, brazo gitano, pan de muerto relleno de nata, conchas, polvorón

Pro tip: Take-away only — grab your pastries and head to Parque España next door

French neighbourhood spot. Quiet, terrace, residential Condesa feel

Specialty: Norman galettes with buckwheat flour + 120 natural cider labels

Pro tip: Try the galette complète (comté, egg, ham). Pair it with a French cider

Bright, photogenic specialty café. Central bar, cozy corners, instant-favourite energy

Specialty: Signature latte, pink latte (beetroot), matcha, chai — all house-made

Pro tip: Try the café latte latte — their signature drink and reason enough to come

Architect-designed club — red lights, house beats, beautiful crowd. No tourist energy

Specialty: House, funk and disco DJ sets — bottled cocktails, multi-sensory design

Pro tip: Entry is selective — dress well and don't arrive in godín mode. Thu–Sat only

Historic Roma mansion turned club. Piano bar, DJ room, 80s/90s nostalgia — all under one roof

Specialty: Live piano sets, DJ nights, classic cocktails — feels like a stylish house party

Pro tip: Get on the list — entry is exclusive. Even the bathrooms are worth a photo

Tiny Italian-style standing bar. No laptops, no rush — just coffee, drinks and good chat

Specialty: Cortado, espresso martini, vermouth, carajillo — shifts from café to bar at 5pm

Pro tip: Stand at the bar. That's the whole point. VW van outside is the "terrace."

First speakeasy in CDMX. Hidden entrance, red leather stools, zero signage outside

Specialty: Rotating signature cocktails — World's 50 Best Bars. Enter through a taco shop

Pro tip: Reserve weeks ahead — address only revealed on booking. No walk-ins

Tropical jungle bar by day, sweaty dance floor by night. Palm trees, passion fruit energy

Specialty: DJ sets, reggaeton, salsa, electronic — banging acoustics in an open-air garden

Pro tip: Get on the list in advance — entry is by reservation only on weekends

Dimly lit, underground cocktail bar energy. Hipster-cool without trying too hard

Specialty: Creative cocktails, natural wines, craft beers — and world-class pizza next door

Pro tip: Grab a stool at the bar. Opens at 5pm — ideal first stop before a night out

Porfiriato-era mansion turned cantina. Antiques, trios, mezcal — time-warp energy

Specialty: Author cocktails with mezcal and tequila — Filomeno (squid ink + mezcal) is unmissable

Pro tip: Sit at the bar before dinner. Open till 2am — perfect pre-night-out spot

Cozy, candle-lit natural wine bar; romantic, intimate bistro setting

Specialty: Natural wines, gnocchi Parisienne, beef tartare, roasted chicken

Pro tip: Reserve ahead; limited seating (4 tables + bar). Pet-friendly terrace

Rooftop jungle bar above Mercado Roma. Palm trees, tropical energy, Afro house all night

Specialty: House & electronic DJ sets, creative cocktails — mezcalitas are a must

Pro tip: Smart casual dress code. Roof closes if it rains — still worth it every time

• ✓ #8 hotel in all of CDMX — Oaxacan art, murals and artisan touches throughout
• ✓ Free mezcal, coffee, water and snacks 24h + artisan gift at check-in
• ✓ Rooftop terrace in the heart of Roma Norte — steps from the best bars and restaurants

Pro tip: No elevator — stairs only. Request an interior room for a quieter stay

• ✓ 4-min walk to El Ángel — boutique Art Déco with only 19 rooms
• ✓ Suites with private terrace, full kitchen and in-room washer/dryer
• ✓ Rooftop terrace + full spa + free coffee, water & snacks 24h

Pro tip: Ask for a suite with private terrace — feels like your own apartment in the city

• ✓ Every room is a gallery — original Mexican art on the walls, all for sale
• ✓ Suites with private wraparound balcony + full kitchen, steps from Parque México
• ✓ 400m from Parque México, 450m from Condesa — perfect walkable location

Pro tip: Book a corner suite for the wrap-around balcony — best people-watching in Roma

• ✓ Free buffet breakfast + free parking — great value next to Condesa & Roma
• ✓ 24h gym, spa services and restaurant Komali with seasonal Mexican menu
• ✓ Quiet street with Mercado Escandón directly across — authentic local feel

Pro tip: Ask for a room facing the interior — quieter. Great base for exploring Roma and Condesa on foot

• ✓ Adults only — 24 spacious suites with balcony, kitchenette and bathrobes
• ✓ 550m from El Ángel, walking distance to Condesa, Roma and Chapultepec Park
• ✓ Free parking + 24h security — consistently rated best beds in the area

Pro tip: Ask for a rear-facing room — quieter and overlooks trees. Request early check-in if flying overnight

Contemporary seafood spot, Michelin Bib Gourmand, sharing-focused menu

Specialty: Fresh coastal ingredients, contemporary Mexican seafood dishes

Pro tip: Tostada de coco and shrimp tacos are must-orders. Book ahead

Iconic coastal Mexican. Bright, buzzy, packed at lunch — impossible not to love

Specialty: Pescado a la talla, tostadas de atún, pulpo a la gallega. Michelin Bib Gourmand

Pro tip: Lunch only (12-6pm). Book weeks ahead — this place is always full

Parisian bistro in 19th-century mansion; romantic, intimate setting

Specialty: French classics: burger, onion soup, oysters, duck confit

Pro tip: Reserve ahead; request outdoor balcony overlooking Havre street

No-frills neighbourhood birriería. Unpretentious, local, the real thing

Specialty: Birria tacos, quesabirria, consomé — straight-up Mexican comfort food

Pro tip: Dip your taco in the consomé. Non-negotiable

Casual Japanese bar; open kitchen, watch chefs prepare sushi

Specialty: Hand rolls, otoro sashimi, hamachi with truffle, miso soup

Pro tip: Sit at bar to watch preparation; try tuna varieties and hand rolls

Upscale taquería, vibrant late-night scene with sidewalk seating. There are x8 restaurants in the city

Specialty: Al pastor with pineapple, gaonas, chicharrón de queso

Pro tip: Try the costra de queso and tamarind-chipotle salsa combo

Cult smash burger spot, organic ingredients, Roma Norte favorite

Specialty: Smash burgers with 100% organic beef and housemade sauces

Pro tip: Bacon-wrapped fries are a must. Order the double smash

Relaxed Japanese bar; authentic izakaya with private rooms available

Specialty: Sashimi del día, ramen, smoked avocado, sake (60+ types)

Pro tip: Order small plates to share; try smoked avocado (15 min wait)

Northern-style charcoal taquería by the creators of the Guía Domingo de Tacos. Michelin listed. There is another restaurant in the city

Specialty: Charcoal tacos — chuleta, asada, costilla. Tortillas from Maizajo. Order the volcán

Pro tip: Don't skip the cebollitas or the Crepa Domingo dessert — cajeta, nuez, gloria tortilla

Iconic northern-style taquería, loud, packed, and worth every minute of the queue. There are x4 restaurants in the city

Specialty: Trompo (al pastor), res, and chicharrón tacos — Monterrey-style with flour tortillas

Pro tip: Open till 5am on weekends. Best decision you'll make after a night out

Best time: Sunset — direct front-row view of Monumento a la Revolución from floor 6

Pro tip: Best seafood rooftop in the city. Tropical vibe, live music evenings. Book ahead

Best time: Golden hour (6–7pm) — the Ángel de la Independencia glows from floor 38

Pro tip: Visit 6–7pm for golden hour. Book in advance — outdoor terrace fills up fast

Best time: Afternoon into sunset — direct views of Torre Latinoamericana

Pro tip: Rooftop pool included — bring your swimsuit. DJ from 8pm Thu–Sat

Best time: Golden hour — the golden angel glows at sunset along Paseo de la Reforma

Pro tip: Interior access (214 steps, 6 people max) requires prior appointment. Exterior is free and iconic

Best time: Sunset — Reforma skyline and Chapultepec Castle views at golden hour

Pro tip: Come early for dinner — later it turns into a lively DJ rooftop. Reserve ahead

Plant-filled terrace café. Cozy, hipster-European, great for people-watching

Specialty: Illy coffee, huevos motuleños, croissants with raspberry jam

Pro tip: Grab a sidewalk table. Weekends get busy — arrive early to avoid a wait

Artisan bakery with cult following. Tiny, fragrant, always sells out

Specialty: Anushka — CDMX's most iconic kouign-amann. 6 hours to make

Pro tip: Pre-order via Instagram — they sell out every day. Closed Sundays

Calm eco-patisserie. Minimalist, organic, Asian-Middle Eastern influences

Specialty: Organic pastries & gourmet conchas — hoja santa, chocolate, jamaica

Pro tip: Mexico's first organic bakery. Try the sourdough bread and specialty teas

Art déco bar near Parque Lincoln. Relaxed, cosmopolitan, world-class mixology

Specialty: Mezcal Stalk, margarita al pastor — World's 50 Best Bars. #32 globally

Pro tip: Smaller and calmer than the Roma location. Best kept secret in Polanco

• ✓ 9-room boutique B&B steps from Masaryk — feels like staying in a private Polanco home
• ✓ Garden, sun terrace and private patio per room — tranquil oasis in the city
• ✓ 24h doorman + 263 restaurants within 0.3 miles — safest, most central spot in Polanco

Pro tip: Book well in advance — only 9 rooms and it fills up fast. Closed Oct 20–Nov 3

Elegant Porfiriato cantina. Warm, artisanal, deeply Mexican — all day long

Specialty: Traditional Mexican — huevos rancheros con cecina, mole poblano, quesabirria

Pro tip: Try the sopecito azul de chapulines. Coffee is house-roasted arabica from Chiapas

Upscale taquería meets club. Loud music, suits, packed every night

Specialty: Premium tacos — cachetada de picaña, spicy tuna tostada

Pro tip: No reservations. Arrive early or wait 20–30 min — they'll bring you a free beer

Warm, colorful cebichería. Latin coastal vibes, open kitchen

Specialty: Latin American ceviches — Peru, Mexico, Caribbean coast

Pro tip: Book ahead. Live sax on Fridays. Try the shrimp aguachile

Casual Pacific coast marisquería in the heart of Polanquito. Terrace, lively

Specialty: Fresh seafood — pulpo al grill, aguachile, taco de chile güero con marlín

Pro tip: Ask for the tostada de pulpo jalapeño — house favourite. Book ahead

Modern Spanish-Med on Masaryk. Plant-lined terrace, DJ on weekends

Specialty: Spanish-Mediterranean — jamón ibérico croquetas, arroz de rabo de toro

Pro tip: Sit on the terrace — best spot on Masaryk. Book ahead for weekend nights

Contemporary Mexican tavern. Cosmopolitan, lively, different spaces for every mood

Specialty: Land & sea — rib eye tacos, grilled fish, northern & Pacific coastal cuisine

Pro tip: Book ahead. Open until 2am Tue–Sat — great for a late dinner in Polanco

Classic Mexican institution. Colorful, loud, mariachi live every night

Specialty: Traditional Mexican — cochinita pibil, carnitas de huachinango, famous margaritas

Pro tip: 80+ tequilas and 60+ mezcales on the menu. Book a table — it fills up fast

Best time: Morning on clear days — sweeping views of Reforma and the city skyline

Pro tip: Entry ~$5 USD. Free on Sundays for residents. Take the tram to avoid the steep climb

Best time: Daytime — clear views of Chapultepec Park and Reforma from the lobby

Pro tip: Free to enter the lobby — no tourist crowds, no ticket. A true hidden viewpoint

Best time: Daytime — floor-to-ceiling glass walls with views over Chapultepec Park

Pro tip: Free access to the lobby — iconic glass architecture and city views. Almost no one knows this

Iconic bookstore-café hybrid. Floor-to-ceiling shelves, terrace & literary crowd. 25+ years in CDMX

Specialty: Brunch all day — chilaquiles, enchiladas suizas & molletes. Excellent coffee. Laptop friendly

Pro tip: Open until 11pm weekdays. Browse the bookstore before or after eating — huge selection

Bright, pet-friendly terrace. Calm, green, and hidden inside a plaza

Specialty: Açaí bowls, vegan enchiladas, fresh pita bread, healthy brunch menu

Pro tip: Terrace can feel slow on service — sit inside for faster attention

Hidden gem in Narvarte. Cozy, pet-friendly, AC — perfect for working or unwinding

Specialty: Specialty coffee, freshly baked bread, Mexican wine and craft beer

Pro tip: Check their events — coffee tastings, wine pairings and brunch via Fever

Bright, dog-friendly lonchería with peltre decor. Neighborhood gem, unhurried vibe

Specialty: Chilaquiles negros, fresh-baked pan dulce, good specialty coffee

Pro tip: Go for breakfast or brunch — pancakes and croissants sell out early

Festive, loud, and unapologetically Mexican. Banda music, full tables, great energy

Specialty: Cantaritos in clay jars — tequila, citrus, soda. Quesabirrias and mariscos

Pro tip: Book ahead for weekends — capacity 160 but fills fast. Ask for the cantarito for two

Mezcal gastropub tucked behind San Juan church. Lively, local, unpretentious

Specialty: Artisanal mezcal flights, guacamole with chapulines, Oaxacan caldo de piedra

Pro tip: Ask the mezcalier for a tasting — they know every bottle. Salsa on Sundays

Cult cultu-bar since 1983. Terrace on the plaza, rock en español, bohemian crowd

Specialty: Draft beer, micheladas, mezcal cocktails, Cuervo ice tea

Pro tip: Grab a terrace table — ask to join the waiting list when you arrive

Kitsch cantina owned by Diego Luna. Ground floor chilled, upstairs full party

Specialty: Mauricio Garcés (mezcal cocktail), quesadillas de jamaica, mezcal + chela promo

Pro tip: DJ on weekends upstairs — arrive early or queue. Rockola gratis downstairs

• ✓ Boutique aparthotel with coworking, spa and rooftop terrace — lifestyle hotel vibe
• ✓ Steps from Parque Delta — quiet, residential, away from tourist chaos
• ✓ Smart TV, fridge and some rooms with private balcony and separate entrance

Pro tip: Request a room with balcony — worth asking at check-in. Great value for the zone

• ✓ Rooftop restaurant with panoramic city views — breakfast up there is a must
• ✓ Soundproof rooms with Smart TV 55", Netflix and espresso machine included
• ✓ 5-min walk to Parque Hundido, easy access to WTC, Frida Kahlo Museum and San Ángel

Pro tip: Ask for a high floor — rooftop views are the best feature of the hotel

• ✓ 550m from Zapata metro — easy access to Coyoacán, San Ángel and all of CDMX
• ✓ Frida Kahlo Museum 2 km away — perfect base for the south of the city
• ✓ Pillow menu, Las Ventanas restaurant and gym included. Reliable IHG quality

Pro tip: Book directly on IHG.com for best rates and IHG One Rewards points

17th-century colonial hacienda. Manicured courtyards, live trio, old Mexico magic

Specialty: Classic Mexican & international — steak tacos, margaritas shaken tableside

Pro tip: Saturday brunch is iconic — pairs perfectly with the Bazar Sábado art market next door

Old-money Japanese institution since 1970. Kimono-clad staff, teppanyaki at your table

Specialty: Authentic Japanese — teppanyaki, shabu-shabu, sashimi, Alaskan king crab

Pro tip: Request teppanyaki at your table — insist on it cooked live, not pre-made in the kitchen

Hidden gem inside Mercado Coyoacán. Ancestral techniques, artisan ceramics, zero pretension

Specialty: Authentic Mexican — pork belly tacos, squash blossom quesadillas, guac with chapulines

Pro tip: Arrive early — they close at 5:30pm and sell out. Queue moves fast

Cult taquería, tiny space, always packed — worth every minute of the wait

Specialty: Certified Angus sirloin trompo — tacos, gringas, volcanes, costras

Pro tip: Expect 1h wait. Go early or late — never peak hour

40-year-old Egyptian institution in Coyoacán. Cozy, authentic, family vibes

Specialty: Egyptian & Lebanese — kibbe, hummus, hojas de vid, pay de dátil

Pro tip: Weekend buffet with belly dance show is unmissable. Try the Turkish coffee

Classic Mexican restaurant-bar since 1984. Art deco interior, cozy terrace with fireplace

Specialty: Contemporary Mexican — escamoles, tacos de rib eye, queso Guadiana

Pro tip: Book ahead and request a terrace table. Don't skip the pastel de cajeta

Tiny pin-up themed burger joint in Narvarte. Casual, local, no-frills

Specialty: Artisan burgers — La Bardot, La Kat Von D, papas AliOli

Pro tip: Order the papas AliOli and a milkshake — the real hidden gems here

Classic Mexican institution in a restored Porfirian building. Timeless and elegant. There are 2 more restaurants in the city

Specialty: Pan dulce with nata, tableside hot chocolate, chile en nogada in season

Pro tip: Go for breakfast — iconic. Expect a wait, reserve ahead on weekends

No-frills neighborhood fonda. Homey, warm, and full of regulars

Specialty: Enchiladas de mole rojo, caldo de pollo, classic Mexican comfort food

Pro tip: Cash-friendly, tiny space — go for lunch, not dinner

Best time: Weekday mornings — least crowded. Closed Mondays

Pro tip: Book online weeks ahead — no tickets at the door. Entry includes Museo Anahuacalli

Cozy specialty coffee nook; neighborhood staple with relaxed energy

Specialty: 3rd-wave espresso, cortado, and matcha. Veracruz beans

Pro tip: Grab the signature cortado and pan dulce. Arrive early — gets busy

High-end cantina, buzzing atmosphere, live music, dominó tables. Modern but Mexican

Specialty: Mezcal cocktails + tlayuda oaxaqueña + escamoles. Guanábana-mezcal mojito

Pro tip: Open Mon–Sat until 2am. Book a table for weekends — it fills up fast

Casual seafood-bar, lively crowd, TVs for sports. No-frills local staple

Specialty: Tacos de pescado + pulpo cholula (off-menu) + margaritas. Cold beer always flowing

Pro tip: Open daily from noon. Good spot before or after Parque La Mexicana

Taquería-bar hybrid, sports TVs, full bar. Santa Fe's late-night essential

Specialty: Carajillos + margaritas + tacos USDA prime. Caldo Taquearte as starter

Pro tip: Open until 3–5am on weekends. Best late-night option in the entire zone

• ✓ Only 12 suites — converted family mansion with exposed brick, high ceilings & private terraces
• ✓ Outdoor pool, rooftop terrace & buffet breakfast included. Quiet, residential feel
• ✓ Best boutique option in Bosques de las Lomas — luxury without the corporate vibe

Pro tip: Request a loft suite — double-height ceilings and a mezzanine level. Steps from CC Duraznos

• ✓ 27-floor tower at the highest point in Santa Fe — panoramic Valley of Mexico views
• ✓ 5★ Accor property with terraza, sauna, gym 24h & art gallery on-site
• ✓ Best value luxury hotel in the zone — rooms from ~$50 USD/night

Pro tip: Book a high-floor room for unobstructed views. Steps from Centro Santa Fe & Parque La Mexicana

CDMX's most hyped taquería — gourmet cuts, fresh blue & yellow corn tortillas, electric energy

Specialty: Rib Eye taco & black Angus picaña trompo. Black salsa is legendary

Pro tip: No reservations — arrive early or expect 30-45 min wait. Order everything en costra

Upscale-casual seafood, beautiful terrace, premium Grupo Fisher's concept

Specialty: Robalo Pekín & camarones petroleros. Mexican-oriental fusion fish cuts

Pro tip: Weekend oyster bar from 10am. Drinks are pricey — stick to the food

Upscale taquería, fresh tortillas, lively cocktail bar, date-night energy

Specialty: Gaonera de Rib Eye taco + costras mixtas on fresh-made tortillas

Pro tip: Book ahead — it fills up fast on weekends. Ask for all the salsas

25-year-old Argentine institution, massive terrace, lush trees, long lunches

Specialty: Vacío & bife de chorizo from the parrilla. Generous portions to share

Pro tip: Thursday nights they host live tango from 22:00. Book the terrace in advance

Rooftop terrace, vibrant & social. Korean BBQ cooked at your table

Specialty: Parrillada mixta + Ramyeon kimchi cerdo. Bingsu de taro to finish

Pro tip: Founded by a Korean-Mexican couple. Order the Trilogía SSAM cocktails with your BBQ

Casual neighborhood taquería, relaxed vibe, loyal local crowd

Specialty: Campechano & La Maja tacos. Ask for the salsa Don Manolito

Pro tip: Breakfast and lunch are the sweet spot — open from 9am daily

Hidden cave restaurant inside a Luis Barragán building, volcanic rock floors, art & books

Specialty: Tlayuda Alfonsina (mole, quesillo, cecina, chapulines). 70% organic ingredients

Pro tip: Built on the old stables of a Barragán house — walk the volcanic rock floors under the glass. Book ahead

Intimate terrace, dog-friendly, authentic Neapolitan — no ketchup, no shortcuts

Specialty: Pizza Ardente & Bufalina. Wood-fired oven imported from Italy. AVPN certified

Pro tip: #12 in 50 Top Pizza Latin America. Try the alcachofa con queso as starter

Best time: Sunset from 6pm. Open daily — best on clear evenings facing west

Pro tip: Free entry, no crowds. Grab a coffee at Cielito Querido inside the park before sunset

Best time: Sunset from 5pm. Open daily 6:00–18:00 — arrive by 5pm for golden hour

Pro tip: Hidden 8-hectare national park since 1936. Lake with ducks, forest trails & a viewpoint. Bring a picnic

Best time: Sunset from 6pm. Panoramic city views facing east & south

Pro tip: Open to non-guests with reservation. 300+ wines, tequilas & mezcales. Living plant walls

Best time: Sunset from 6pm. West-facing views over Santa Fe skyline

Pro tip: Open to non-guests. Order a cocktail and stay for golden hour — best rooftop in Santa Fe