Sud 777 – Mexico City

Sud 777 – Mexico City

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.

Hamburguesa Mataleón – Mexico City

Hamburguesa Mataleón – Mexico City

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.

Fisher’s – Mexico City

Fisher’s – Mexico City

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.

Grüner Hof Biergarten – Mexico City

Grüner Hof Biergarten – Mexico City

Grüner Hof Biergarten is Mexico City’s take on a German beer garden. A unique menu with food from all over the world. Fabulous open-air rooftop location. From pretzels to American-style BBQ. From corny dogs to fish & chips. A unique take on the iconic beer garden, well executed. A variety of cocktails and artisanal beer. They even German Hofbräu on tap.

Papa Bill’s – Mexico City

Papa Bill’s – Mexico City

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.

Fiebre de Malta – Mexico City

Fiebre de Malta – Mexico City

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.

Hooters – Mexico City

Hooters – Mexico City

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.

Eno – Mexico City

Eno – Mexico City

Eno lives up to its good reputation. Pleasant ambiance. Varied menu with reasonable price. Hard to beat the place for breakfast.

La Unica – Polanco – Mexico City

La Unica – Polanco – Mexico City

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.

Deli El Mayor – Juárez – Mexico City

Deli El Mayor – Juárez – Mexico City

Rooftop terrace overlooking the excavation of the Templo Mayor with a limited menu of salads and sandwiches. The food and service are acceptable but the view can’t be beat. Equally good for cocktails.

Fontina Trattoria – Mexico City

Fontina Trattoria – Mexico City

Fontina Trattoria is not your stereotypical Italian restaurant. It’s tastefully decorated with good food and service in a family-friendly setting. All at the best prices in town. Pizza, pasta and more.

Chiquitito Café – Mexico City

Chiquitito Café – Mexico City

Cute and contemporary. Coffee from small producer in Vera Cruz. Sit down or take it to go from both Cuauhtémoc and Condesa locations. Espresso or brewed. Take your pick. Limited food items. Pan dulce and a few sandwiches. Our favorite quick-fix café in Cuauhtémoc.

Hey! Brew Bar – Mexico City

Hey! Brew Bar – Mexico City

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.

Abarrotes – Mexico City

Abarrotes – Mexico City

Spin-off of popular market/restaurant, Delirio, with an “order and take it with you” format. Good coffee and accompaniments. Even better prices.

Café Toscano – Mexico City

Café Toscano – Mexico City

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.

Anatol – Mexico City

Anatol – Mexico City

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.

Amaya – Juárez – Mexico City

Amaya – Juárez – Mexico City

Amaya is a more casual version of chef Jair Tellez’s Meretoro in Condesa. Ambiance is pleasant. Service was good. But unlike the flawless execution on our recent visit to Merotoro, there were multiple errors in execution on the entree course we were served at Amaya.

Delirio- Roma – Mexico City

Delirio- Roma – Mexico City

Delirio is a versatile haven, catering to both extravagant cravings and simple desires with its blend of bistro charm and gourmet market convenience. Their mastery lies in effortlessly accessing top-tier ingredients, transforming them into intricate yet harmonious dishes like sandwiches and salads. Service at Delirio is a graceful ballet of hospitality, complementing the trendy ambiance that seamlessly fuses with the warmth of a cozy restaurant. In the realm of gastronomy, Delirio shines as a sanctuary where each dish tells a story of passion and precision, with their Turkey and Salami sandwich standing as a testament to culinary excellence.

Debbie & Peponne – Mexico City

Debbie & Peponne – Mexico City

Debbie & Peponne’s waffle was good but I’d have been more happy with a standard waffle, topped with creamy butter and syrup. The way mom used to do it. Slightly crisp on the outside, steaming and soft inside.

Nobu – Mexico City

Nobu – Mexico City

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.

Mon Dieu – Cuauhtémoc – Mexico City

Mon Dieu – Cuauhtémoc – Mexico City

A first-rate little restaurant with heart, soul, and good food specializing in food accompanied by raclette, a melted Swiss cheese. Chilaquiles with eggs and molletes for breakfast, sandwiches and salads.

Jaso – Mexico City

Jaso – Mexico City

The decor is not quite right, but not as gaudy as Dulce Patria. Service staff seemed a bit confused and flustered. That didn’t really affect service after the first course however. The food was surprisingly good.

Caffé Biscottino – Mexico City

Caffé Biscottino – Mexico City

It’s as cute as a button inside. Has a few tables out on the sidewalk to enjoy that beautiful Mexico City weather. They do the coffee right. 100% Oaxocan beans, with a mild roast but plenty of rich of flavor.

Maison Kayser – Mexico City

Maison Kayser – Mexico City

Maison Kayser, the international French Bakery and Restaurant chain, serves a wide variety of menu items including many breakfast items, sandwiches, crepes and French classics for lunch and dinner like Coq au Vin and Beef Bourguignon. Wanting something other than chilaquiles or huevos Rancheros for breakfast. It’s your lucky day.

Pasión Café –  Mexico City

Pasión Café – Mexico City

Cáfe that only sells coffee in paper cups. But they have 12 varieties of coffee using beans from all over the world. Ambiance and service are lacking.

El Cardenal – Mexico City

El Cardenal – Mexico City

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.

Taquería El Caifän – Mexico City

Taquería El Caifän – Mexico City

No need to spill that street taco on your Gucci loafers. Take it indoors to a fast casual dining room setting. Tacos, hauraches and other Mexican street fare with a variety of fresh condiments to pile on top. A meal for under US$5. A super value.

Rosetta – Roma Norte – Mexico City

Rosetta – Roma Norte – Mexico City

Fresh, local and unique ingredients, a fusion of Italian and Mexican influence, prepared and served in an an unassuming restaurant, is the calling card of Chef Elena Regadas. Don’t let the humble surroundings deceive you. Rosetta is top of the list for lunch or dinner in Mexico City’s Roma Norte.

Merotoro – Mexico City

Merotoro – Mexico City

Meroto’s minimalist, yet warm and inviting ambiance, superb execution of modern Mexican fusion, and first-class service deserve praise. The dark and murky appearance of most the dishes belies the beauty that lies beneath that dark shroud.

Baja Streetfood – Mexico City

Baja Streetfood – Mexico City

Located on Rio Lerma in Cuauhtémoc, Baja stands out among the diverse dining landscape with its fusion of trendy decor and distinctive personality. Unlike neighboring venues like Hooters or Papa Bill’s, Baja maintains a soulful ambiance while offering a versatile dining experience across two floors and a rooftop terrace. With attentive service from a youthful staff and a diverse menu featuring innovative dishes alongside classics like the Garlic Shrimp Caesar Salad, Baja earns its reputation as a top casual dining spot in the area, despite its early closing times.