Mexico City Guide
To Eat:
This city is a foodie paradise. There are so many amazing restaurants with delicious food and good vibes it almost seems overwhelming. You really can’t go wrong… and your list of things to try will probably be never ending, but here’s a start…
Azul historico
A very unique restaurant in the historic center surrounded by local artisan shops and a wine bar. Colorful, handmade tortillas are fresh in front of you and tree lined ceilings create a beautiful ambiance.
Balcon Del Zocalo
One of the best views in the historic center. This balcony is located in the Zocalo hotel and overlooks the famous historic square. Enjoy lunch or a sunset dinner and drinks here.
Toledo
A fun rooftop bar for dining or drinks.
Cafe nin
Beautiful cafe for breakfast, brunch or lunch.
Eno
A local favorite cafe serving yummy breakfast and lunch foods.
Beluga
A favorite amongst our group. The ambiance, once again, is incredible. With lemon tree lined walls and fresh fish trolleys rolling by you will not be disappointed. Plus, the food is 10/10.
Contramar
A famous must-eat spot in the city. A fan favorite. Book early and if you can’t get in, try Entremar, the sister restaurant.
Compramar
Outdoor seafood restaurant in Polanco with great vibes. A must do for lunch in the area. Another favorite.
Rosetta
Delicious Italian food
Pujol
A famous restaurant with a mouthwatering tasting menu
Quintonil
Another note-worthy tasting menu with delicious meat and seafood
Maximo Bistro
Great ambiance and good food paired with Mexican wines
El Parnita
A MUST for tacos
Supra
A fun rooftop restaurant that turns into a very fun bar
To do:
Ruins at Teohtihuacán
Visit the Mayan ruins just an hour or so outside of the city
Parque mexico
A cool urban park with art deco attractions
Basque de Chapultepec
A large park with museums, the zoo, and a castle
Xochimilco
Take a trip down the river on colorful boats with unlimited tequila & guac
Mezcal tasting
Saturday Bazaar
Saturdays in Plaza San Jacinto, San Angel)
To drink & play:
Tokyo music bar
Must make a reservation
Casa franca (jazz bar)
Can an bar
Fifty mils
La clandestina
Xaman Bar
Cool speak easy
Toledo
Fun rooftop with good views
Supra
Very fun rooftop
Areas of the city:
Condesa and Roma:
These neighborhoods are trendy, hipster areas with a lot of cool bars, rooftops, stores, cafes, restaurants, vintage shops, and busy nights.
Coyoacán:
More of an artsy, hippie vibe with a lot of crafts markets (specially on Saturday and Sunday). Tons of restaurants, art galleries, art museums (such as Frida Kahlo´s House). Check out the “Mercado de Coyoacán” for a real Mexican market.
Polanco:
A posh, safer area of the city filled with good bars and restaurants, cafes, nice stores, and parks. This is probably one of the safer areas for tourists and a great, safe area to stay in. Be sure to take time to walk a street called Presidente Masakryk for lovely shops and restaurants.
El centro:
This is the city center with the main square called “El Zocalo”, There are tons of colonial buildings, museums, restaurants and bars. Also if you want to buy cheap stuff thats the place.This area is very crowded and hectic. Even though it’s touristy, it’s important to be mindful of your surroundings and stay with your group.
San Angel
Very beautiful residential area with colorful buildings and streets. Visit in the morning on Saturdays, if possible, for the Saturday Bazaar and to wander around the cafes and craft shops.
To be aware of:
We felt very safe during our entire stay, even at night. However, we did have one incident on our last day that shook us up a little. So, like in any major city, you need to be aware of your surroundings and be cautious. Some tips:
Stay in areas safe for tourists (Polanco & Roma)
Don’t walk alone at night between bars
Don’t wander too far from main areas, even during the day
Don’t carry around big bags or suitcases
Most places take USD but get pesos to be sure
Traffic is INSANE - walk where you can and plan ahead when traveling around the city (give yourself extra time)
More things to do in CDMX :
Casa Organica
La Catedral
Palacio de bellas artes
Templo mayor ruins
Monumento a la revolución
Frida Kahlo´s house
Jumex
Muac
Soumaya
Anthropology museum
