by Ollie O | Apr 24, 2024
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 | Apr 24, 2024
International casual dining chain, The Cheesecake Factory, with multiple locations in the city’s top shopping malls, executes the franchise concept flawlessly, with near perfect service and execution of the world’s lengthiest menu full the world’s favorite foods, from the USA to Asia. It’s the great American bistro, executed with precision.
by Ollie O | Apr 24, 2024
At Huset, dining transcends Michelin stars as ComaBeba embraces global culinary trends, offering comforting fare in a garden oasis free from formalities. Amidst fairy-tale surroundings, attentive staff in signature attire curate a menu catering to all tastes, showcasing top-quality ingredients and flawless execution. Desserts like cheesecake with berry sorbet elevate the experience, solidifying Huset as a standout gem in Mexico City’s vibrant culinary scene
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 | May 29, 2019
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 | Mar 5, 2019
Ballaró’s decorated cakes and pies are beyond impressive. But Ballaró also offers a full menu of savory Italian dishes, well-executed in a comfortable, sophisticated ambience. Ballaró is recommended highly for breakfast, antipasto over cocktails, or a cup of coffee with a heavenly pastry.
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 | Feb 20, 2019
The best restaurants in Best Casual Dining Restaurants in Mexico City in Mexico City are just a click away. Search for restaurants and see their location on the map of the Best Casual Dining Restaurants in Mexico City neighborhood.
by Ollie O | Jan 11, 2019
At Lur, the chefs at failed upscale restaurant Biko, have found their niche, where diners can enjoy gourmet cuisine in a casual and comfortable setting. Good service and execution of short, but creative menu make Lur a top choice in Mexico City for casual dining.
by Ollie O | Nov 6, 2018
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 | Nov 6, 2018
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 | Nov 6, 2018
Temporal provides a rustic menu with gourmet flair in a modest yet charming setting.
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 29, 2018
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 | 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 | Sep 26, 2017
A good idea, haphazardly executed. Decent sausages, horrible side dishes, and a great assortment of imported beers in an unimaginative ambience. Go for the beer. Not the food.
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
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 | Sep 23, 2017
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 23, 2017
Ambiance is part hipster, part aspiring young professional. Menu is creative. Service friendly and attentive. Great food. Super experience.
by Ollie O | Aug 31, 2017
The restaurant specializes in Oaxacan cuisine and offers a variety of Oaxacan dishes, many prepared in a wood burning oven in a large open kitchen, overlooking the dining area.
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 29, 2017
Central de Pizzas is Mexico City’s version of the great American pizza-chain restaurant, only with lower standards, lack of decor and worse pizza at a higher price. Not bad, but not good!
by Ollie O | Aug 29, 2017
California Pizza Kitchen, a popular US based pizza chain, loses something in translation in Mexico City. Barely scored above average on our rankings.
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 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 | Jul 12, 2017
Local mezcal producer, Alipús, has opened three restaurants in CDMX. Ambience and service were good but execution of the flautas fell short of expectations. Good but not great.
by Ollie O | Jul 12, 2017
Bola de Oro is not likely to knock Starbucks or local favorite, Cielito Querido, off the map anytime soon, but it’s still an acceptable choice for a cup of coffee.
by Ollie O | Jul 12, 2017
Chimiburger offers gourmet burgers with juicy beef patties, fresh buns, and all the good fixins. Spicy? Try the Chila Burger with a Minerva craft beer.
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
This dining experience was so bad, in fact, that we’re adding Nicos to our list of overrated restaurants in Mexico City. It can proudly join Maximo Bistrot, and Biko on that list.
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 | 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 | Nov 17, 2016
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.
by Ollie O | Nov 15, 2016
Good traditional breakfast menu in an otherwise ordinary restaurant. Reasonable prices. Worth a visit if your close but not a trip across town. The Huevos Encamisados are a good choice for breakfast.
by Ollie O | Nov 15, 2016
Hey. They serve Eggs Benedict (sort of) and French Toast. That’s reason enough for a visit. Pleasant ambiance. Good service.
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.
