Condesa
More than just a place to buy soy milk and certified-organic produce, this store-cafe emphasizes seasonal, organic ingredients in sandwiches, burgers,…
Must-see restaurants in Mexico City
Condesa
The smart uniforms and sports on TV are the only traces of the 'cantina' at this large bistro. The Capital expertly accomplishes a casual but chic vibe…
Alameda Central
One of the best and most authentic Argentine restaurants in town, owned by a kind Buenos Aires native and her Mexican husband. It's all about the details…
Roma
Self-caterers can stop into this colorful market for quality cuts of meat, fresh produce and nuts amongst the piñatas. It's also a popular spot for lunch:…
Coyoacán & San Ángel
If you can't decide what to eat, head to Mercado del Carmen on the north side of Plaza del Carmen with the well-dressed locals. The designer market of…
Zona Rosa & Reforma
One of Zona Rosa's best restaurants, the menu here was designed by chef Eduardo Garcia, a rising star on the Mexico City culinary scene. All dishes,…
Condesa
For excellent late-night tacos, it doesn’t get much better than this in the Condesa area. Choose from juicy tacos al pastor (spit-roasted marinated pork),…
Centro Histórico
The menu at this hole-in-the-wall hasn't changed since the family opened its shutters more than 50 years ago; it's one of the best spots to try tacos de…
Centro Histórico
This old Spanish social center, housed in a fabulous porfiriato-era building, has a popular mesón (cantina-style eatery) downstairs, where the courses…
Condesa
For a taste of the Mexican coast, make a reservation at this Baja-style restaurant. The menu is split into four sections: light fish starters, second…
Condesa
If you're hankering for something special but can't decide what, peruse the food stalls at this sleek gourmet market. There's on-trend vegan or Japanese…
Alameda Central
For a taste of Guadalajara in Mexico City, get yourself a seat at this traditional Mexican-style diner. The menu is long, but it’s full of classics like…
Centro Histórico
Housed in a 17th-century relic, Sirenas has a top-floor terrace that looks toward the Zócalo via the Plaza del Templo Mayor. It’s an ideal perch to enjoy…
Condesa
A popular brunch spot, this is a great place to head for Mexican favorites like chilaquiles, tortillas chips covered in spicy sauce, onions, cheese and…
Polanco & Bosque de Chapultepec
This restaurant owned by cookbook author Martha Ortiz certainly lives up to her high standards, in spite of some unfortunate ruffled tablecloths and red…
Condesa
For the best tacos árabes in town, wait in line outside this tiny taco restaurant. The fluffy homemade pita bread is the perfect accompaniment to the…
Condesa
Moro's blue-and-white tiles and Parque Mexico views make for a lovely, re-energenizing stop. Doughnut-like sweet churros come rolled in cinnamon or azúcar…
Condesa
Few places in Mexico City do Asian food better than Black Taiga. The menu fuses Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese and Korean street food-style dishes that are…
Roma
This little hole-in-the-wall serves up some of the best carnitas in the city. Bring a few friends and order one of the platters that come with warm…
Condesa
A seriously good taco joint that's usually swarming with locals. The offerings vary daily: on Friday and Saturday it's carnitas (deep-fried pork) only and…
Coyoacán & San Ángel
A quick and affordable taquería off the plaza, this place is known for its barbacoa and flautas ahogadas (fried rolled tacos dipped in a chile pasilla and…
Roma
For a dressed-up fonda (diner) experience, head to this little cafe in Roma Norte. Opt for the menú del día (set menu), which usually includes a soup…
Condesa
This chain claims to have pioneered tacos al carbon (tacos cooked on charcoal). Whether it’s true or not, it churns out some seriously delicious grilled…
Condesa
Tea lovers will delight over the selection of red, green, black and blended teas available at this cafe. It’s also a great place for a healthy meal, such…
Coyoacán & San Ángel
At El Cardenal San Ángel Mexican classics like chicken mole sometimes come with a twist – think duck tacos. Violinistas complete the atmosphere for a…
Condesa
Missing those greens in Mexico City? Exciting salads with salmon steak or grilled apple and turkey keep this organic grocery-store-cafe full of those who…
Coyoacán & San Ángel
Here are Coyoacán’s best deep-fried snacks. Get in line for a bag – chocolate-filled or straight up – then stroll over to the cafe next door for coffee…
Centro Histórico
So popular was this tiny round-the-clock, old-school diner that another more amply proportioned branch was opened next door. Fresh pastries, café con…
Condesa
A classic Mexican-style cafe, this is the perfect place for traditional breakfast dishes such as enchiladas or chilaquiles. It also has an extensive lunch…
Condesa
A hard-working Bangladeshi man who once roamed Condesa selling clothes out of a suitcase now has his own restaurant specializing in Indian cuisine…
Coyoacán & San Ángel
Monica Patiño is a modern, female star chef stirring up traditional cuisine in innovative ways. Seafood is the specialty here, with the likes of robalo a…
Condesa
An upscale pub, this is one of the few places around the leafy Parque Mexico area of Condesa where you can go for a craft beer and a burger. Portions are…
Coyoacán & San Ángel
Near Coyoacán’s main plaza, this busy spot has all kinds of snacks, including deep-fried quesadillas, pozoles and esquites (boiled corn kernels served…
Condesa
This place is known around the city for its Chicago-style deep-dish pizzas, and you can also enjoy baked pasta dishes, barbecue wings and potato wedges on…
Condesa
Perched in the buzzing Fuente de Cibeles area in Roma Norte, this busy afternoon bar satisfies with enormous burgers and huge dog bowls filled with fries…
Condesa
Get a taste of the Yucatan without having to hop on another flight. Be sure to try the cochinita pibil tacos (slow-cooked pork in a corn tortilla) and…
Zona Rosa & Reforma
An authentic Japanese izakaya (pub-eatery) that's casual enough to tuck into ramen at the bar (or tables upstairs). Set lunches include perfectly simple…
Condesa
This popular taco shop puts its own spin on the classic snack, grilling slices of beef and tossing them on handmade tortillas. Tables are set with a…
Centro Histórico
This fine restaurant overlooking the grand Plaza Tolsá boasts an encyclopedic range of Mexican fare, from pre-Hispanic ant larvae and grasshoppers to…
Centro Histórico
Nieve is a popular water-based ice cream made with fruit. Head to this chain for flavors such as mamey, guayaba (guava) and límon (lemon). Enjoy in a cone…
