by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Capital Grille’s franchise location in Mexico City offers highest-quality steaks and seafood, albeit with a hefty price-tag. It’s “the” place in CDMX to entertain clients.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
The experience at Sud 777 was impressive enough to put Sud 777, among the top five upscale dining restaurants in Mexico City. It’s perhaps a bit off the beaten path, but worth the trip from the heart of the city for most foodies.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Chef Enrique Olvera’s acclaimed restaurant, Pujol, is regarded by some as the city’s best restaurant. We beg to differ. It’s a great restaurant, but no better than a dozen others in the city. We tell you why.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Mexico City welcomes Lorea, an upscale restaurant offering a tasting menu reminiscent of Monaco or Vegas, focusing on showcasing chef talents through flawlessly executed dishes. The elegant ambiance, attentive service, and unique choreographed course delivery enhance the dining experience, featuring exquisite tapas-sized offerings and inventive desserts that highlight the chefs’ creativity. Lorea establishes itself as a premier upscale dining destination in Mexico City, alongside Polanco’s Raíz, offering a sophisticated yet comfortable setting to enjoy traditional European techniques with local ingredients.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Azul offers a unique and pleasant twist on traditional Mexican cuisine elevating enchiladas and tacos to gourmet status in a casual atmosphere.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Hacienda de los Morales in Mexico City’s Polanco neighborhood offers an elegant dining experience steeped in tradition, attracting both locals and visitors alike. With its impressive architecture, diverse menu featuring classic Mexican dishes and European-inspired fare, and impeccable service, it’s a must-visit for anyone seeking a quintessential Mexican culinary experience.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
El Mayor is a rooftop restaurant overlooking the excavation of the Templo Mayor. Excellent service. Tortillas and salsas are made on the spot by Tia Maria. There’s a wide variety of choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Worth a trip from anywhere in the city.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Blanco Colima offers acceptable service, a menu that successfully bridges traditional Mexican cuisine with elements of European style, and a trendy, sophisticated decor. It’s worth a visit just to see the beautiful restored mansion it calls home.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Not flashy. Not trendy. Just well executed and creative Mexican food at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Consistent quality and service make El Cardenal the place you “go back to” in Mexico City.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Merkavá’s infusion of gourmet flair into traditional Middle Eastern cuisine, set within a sleek and contemporary atmosphere buzzing with energy, marks it as a unique and cherished addition to Mexico City’s dining landscape.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Fondas, known for affordable meals, have evolved in Mexico City to represent establishments like Fonda Fina, offering high-quality food in a casual setting. Situated in Roma Norte, Fonda Fina offers traditional Mexican dishes with innovative twists, appealing to both casual diners and those seeking a refined experience. Despite minor flaws, such as temperature issues with the main dish, Fonda Fina stands out for its creative approach to classics and exceptional service, making it a top choice for those looking for a relaxed yet sophisticated dining experience.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Temporal provides a rustic menu with gourmet flair in a modest yet charming setting.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
With its elegant ambiance and flawless execution of a sophisticated menu featuring unique local ingredients, it’s become one of our top picks in Mexico City.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
At Guzina Oaxaca, chef Alejandro Ruíz, offers his interpretation of the cuisine of Oaxaca, elevating rustics dishes to gourmet status. Ruíz is dedicated to authenticity and brings ingredients daily from the state Oaxaca to Mexico City for use in the restaurant’s iconic Oaxacan dishes. The restaurant recently underwent a face-lift and now offers a more sophisticated ambiance to accompany this well-executed menu.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Quintonil, under Chef Jorge Vallejo’s guidance, offers an unassuming yet charming atmosphere in Polanco, diverging from nearby high-end eateries by providing an elevated menu without a fixed tasting course. With dishes like the stone crab tostado and sea bass with chipotle rub, Quintonil delivers gourmet interpretations of Mexican classics at a reasonable cost, ensuring a satisfying dining experience with impeccable service and ambiance.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Nobu in Polanco impresses with its exquisite design and decor, accompanied by exceptional service. Renowned chef Nobu Matsuhisa elevates Japanese cuisine to gourmet heights, as evidenced by standout dishes like the Sea Bass in Dry Miso. While some offerings, like the sashimi, may fall short of expectations, Nobu’s overall dining experience remains memorable and worthy of praise.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Anatol, nestled discreetly within the Las Alcobas luxury hotel in Polanco, offers an exquisite dining experience marked by refined elegance and impeccable service. Despite its lack of widespread publicity, the restaurant captivates with its sophisticated decor, blending sleek neutral tones with tasteful art and floral arrangements to create a welcoming ambiance. From the flawless table settings to the expertly prepared dishes, every detail at Anatol reflects a commitment to culinary excellence and attention to detail. Although unable to sample the renowned burger, the tantalizing offerings and attentive service ensure a memorable dining experience, with delightful desserts like the Chocolate + Peanut Butter leaving a lasting impression of Anatol’s dedication to culinary mastery.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
onsistently delivering a creatively curated menu from morning to night, Café Toscano ensures a delightful dining experience for its patrons. The establishments boast stylish décor and efficient management, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests to enjoy. With a team of attentive and friendly waiters, Café Toscano guarantees exceptional service, enhancing the overall dining experience for visitors.
by Ollie O | Sep 29, 2025
Casa Portuguesa stands out as our top pick for Sunday brunch, thanks to its delightful terrace overlooking the park, impeccable service, and extensive selection of breakfast offerings.
by Ollie O | Sep 18, 2024
At Hey! Brew Bar, enter a realm of sophistication and innovation where passionate staff expertly brew locally sourced beans to perfection. The modern ambiance, adorned with stylish decor, provides the backdrop for a memorable coffee experience. Beyond coffee, indulge in delightful sweet treats perfectly paired with your beverage. Located conveniently near the World Trade Center, Hey! Brew Bar promises an escape from the city hustle, inviting you to embark on a journey of unparalleled coffee craftsmanship and warm hospitality.
by Ollie O | Apr 24, 2024
Romina earns praise for its simplicity and focus on quality ingredients, creating a refined atmosphere blending fine dining with trattoria charm. With attentive service and a diverse menu showcasing dishes like grilled octopus and stuffed chicken breast, Romina proves its culinary prowess and ability to elevate humble ingredients.
by Ollie O | Apr 24, 2024
Huset is a hidden gem. Fabulous food in a garden setting that rivals the city’s best restaurants at half the cost. We can’t say enough things good about Huset. Do not miss it. Great for lunch or dinner.
by Ollie O | Feb 18, 2022
Famed chef Enrique Olvera bring his notoriety and skills to a small restaurant seating a little more than a handful of patrons that focuses on the three things most central to Mexican cuisine … corn, corn and corn. Take your tacos, tamales, corn milk and tortillas to go or sit at the counter-height bar on a stool to gobble down a few corn-centric plates of food. Staff is friendly but due to an overabundance of publicity the small restaurant can be crowded, and service slow at peak hours.
by Ollie O | Jun 24, 2019
Maque has a pleasant ambiance. Great for people watching. And a young, friendly, and attentive staff. Good food with high-quality ingredients. Reasonable prices. Great for breakfast, brunch or dinner. But get there early or expect a wait.
by Ollie O | Jun 21, 2019
Taquerarte is Mexico City’s largest chain of casual-dining taquerías offering a diverse menu with lower prices than competitor El Califa. The décor is clean but basic. Lots of locations so likely there’s one close to you.
by Ollie O | Jun 21, 2019
El Califa, with stylish décor, some one-of-a-kind menu items, attentive service and consistently good execution of the core menu items, is perhaps the best choice in Mexico City in this casual dining taquería format. It’s hands-down, the best place to chow down in the wee-hours.
by Ollie O | Jun 18, 2019
Saks restaurant in Mexico City, with near-stellar service and execution of a menu boasting more variety than its peers and impressive décor in all locations, lives up to its good reputation. Varied menu will appeal to larger groups.
by Ollie O | May 29, 2019
Tamales Madre is a homage to corn that honors Mexico’s most iconic foodstuff in grand fashion. Tamales Madre is proof that good things come in small package. Full of heart and soul with artisanal tamales and atole at better than reasonable prices.
by Ollie O | Mar 5, 2019
Que sería de mi is quaint little café offering a full range of local and international breakfast ítems. Clearly worth a visit.
by Ollie O | Jun 30, 2018
Villa María, located in Polanco, is one of the best choices in Mexico City for traditional Mexican cuisine. Expansive menu at reasonable prices.
by Ollie O | Jun 30, 2018
Fonda de los Recuerdos is about classic as Mexican cuisine can be. Pleasant ambiance. Live mariachis. And prices on par with more favorably located restaurants in Polanco.
by Ollie O | Jun 25, 2018
Le Creperie de la Paiz offers a full range of French menu items for breakfast, lunch and dinner, in a quaint sidewalk-cafe atmosphere with better than acceptable service.
by Ollie O | Feb 3, 2018
Sonora Grill Prime is a premium-grade steakhouse targeted to a younger and more energetic customer than your typical steakhouse. If you like martinis, dance music with a heavy bass beat and high-quality steaks, Sonora Grill Prime has you covered.
by Ollie O | Feb 2, 2018
Morimoto, in Mexico City, follows the strategy laid out by celebrity chef, Masaharu Morimoto at his other successful ventures. A unique and flawlessly executed menu with a Japanese personality coupled with outstanding service.
by Ollie O | Sep 26, 2017
Off the beaten path but a good spot for imported German beers and unique German cuisine.
by Ollie O | Sep 25, 2017
Pinche Gringo has brought the classic Texas-style barbecue to Mexico City. Delicious smoked brisket, ribs and sausage in an attractively decorated dining area.
by Ollie O | Sep 25, 2017
Porco Rosso is one of handful of new restaurants in DF offering US-style barbecue (smoked meats) in a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Great food.
by Ollie O | Sep 25, 2017
Despite a minor error in execution on a dessert, the classy surroundings, the quite, shady location for dining on the sidewalk, the sophisticated patrons, and the flawless service still leave us with a positive impression of Primos.
by Ollie O | Sep 23, 2017
Nonna (which is Italian for grandmother) is a casual-dining Italian-food restaurant located in the trendy Hipódromo neighborhood just a couple of blocks from Parque México.
by Ollie O | Aug 29, 2017
Hot Dog Ramirez offers good dogs in a “build your dog” format with a variety of sausages, buns and condiments. We like the classic chili-dog called the Chili Beans Ramirez.
by Ollie O | Aug 28, 2017
The décor is attractive. The place is usually busy in the evening and during the peak of the lunch hour, but there’s rarely a wait for a table.
by Ollie O | Aug 28, 2017
We think Lampuga is the best option in Mexico City for quality seafood in a slightly upscale setting.
by Ollie O | Aug 28, 2017
El Tapeo is a hidden gem. A small tapas restaurant in Zona Rosa with authentic Spanish tapas. It’s the real deal. And reasonably priced.
by Ollie O | Aug 28, 2017
Monsieur Croque is a small, quirky café cum bistro in the heart of La Condesa offering classic French bistro fare. Something different. That’s good!
by Ollie O | Aug 27, 2017
In summary, my salad, although good, was excessive. And the expensive steak and lobster were both poorly executed.
by Ollie O | Aug 16, 2017
Spot-on. Eggs perfectly cooked. Everything done just right. Those strips of smoky poblanos and sweet caramelized onions were great. One of the best salsa verdes I’ve tasted.
by Ollie O | Aug 4, 2017
Yume. More like, “Yummeeeee”. Quirky ambience “that works”, as does the internet. Unique menu with mix of great egg dishes, waffles, sandwiches, soups, and salads. This is a hidden gem.
by Ollie O | Jun 28, 2017
Burger Bar Joint offers unique burgers, beer and cocktails in a fun “retro” environment with American pop and light rock music. Five locations in CDMX.
by Ollie O | Jun 28, 2017
We Love Burgers offer handcrafted gourmet burgers. Hot Dogs and all-day breakfast too, including a variety of egg dishes, chilaquiles, waffles and pancake
by Ollie O | Jun 28, 2017
Butcher & Sons create gourmet burgers with a host of exotic ingredients. But the faltered on the French fries on our recent visit to the Polanco location.
by Ollie O | Jun 28, 2017
The service was good. And the prices are slightly less at Cancino than Café Toscano. And of course, you have to give it extra points for the plentitude of French bulldogs in the audience.
by Ollie O | Jun 28, 2017
It’s puzzling why this restaurant doesn’t receive more praise than it does. It’s easily one of the ten best upscale dining experiences in Mexico City.
by Ollie O | Jun 28, 2017
Mataleón is beyond Bohemian. It’s irreverent and rough around the edges, but has outstanding burgers and fries at a very reasonable price. If the hip-hop and heavy-metal personality doesn’t scare you away, this is a great place for a burger.
by Ollie O | Jun 28, 2017
Fisher’s has a big variety of fresh, quality seafood, prepared about any way you want it. Execution and service are very good. Can get busy, so arrive early.
by Ollie O | Nov 10, 2016
Papa Bill’s is Mexico City’s most notable sports bar and restaurant that isn’t Hooters. The menu is loaded with American and Mexican sports bar classics, from hot wings to tacos.
by Ollie O | Nov 10, 2016
Fiebre de Malta with locations in Polanco and Cuauhtémoc (Río Lerma), offers the widest variety of beer in Mexico City, accompanied by good food and service. A beer lover’s paradise.
by Ollie O | Nov 10, 2016
Hooters in Mexico City serves the same iconic hot wings and has the same trademark service as the 460 plus other locations worldwide. The entire package is good enough to land Hooters on our list of Top Picks for gastropubs in Mexico City. The chicken sandwich also made Top Picks status on our Best Sandwich in Mexico City list.
by Ollie O | Oct 28, 2016
La Unica has a nice ambiance, good food and friendly, attentive service. It’s a great place to watch the trendy crowd come and go. A bit expensive though.
by Ollie O | Oct 28, 2016
Eno lives up to its good reputation. Pleasant ambiance. Varied menu with reasonable price. Hard to beat the place for breakfast.
by Ollie O | Oct 27, 2016
Ojo de Agua mphasizes fresh ingredients, offering a variety of traditional Mexican breakfasts. Excellent chilaquiles including an egg. Good prices too.
