Pierrick and I are both big foodies. Mexico City’s food scene is nothing short of spectacular. With amazing traditional cuisine, to all types of fusion gastronomy, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite places around town so you can check them out and enjoy as much as we do. We recommend sharing plates (family style) as it gives you an opportunity to try as many mouthwatering creations as possible! Fair warning, eating out is very popular so we recommend booking in advance to guarantee checking these places out!

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*Contramar:

Delicious seafood restaurant by the super talented chef, Gabriela Camarena. We recommend sharing everything! Don’t forget to order the Tostadas de Atun, pescado a la talla, the tacos estilo ensenada (shrimp or fish), and their famous dessert merengue con fresas. 

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*Máximo Bistro:

Máximo is without a doubt one of the best places in the city and Pierrick and I’s favorite place. Eduardo changes the menu weekly but it is almost impossible to be let down. We love starting the night with a Bee’s Knees drink or the Negroni The friend chicken is one of our favorite dishes and you simply cannot miss out on the onion gratin. 

 

*Mi Compa Chava:

We recommend getting the chocolata clams as well as the scallops, the taco de botete, and the costra de camarón, and the tower of seafood (señora torres). Make sure to arrive when it opens as the wait time can be up to 3 hours. 

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*Expendio de Maíz:

 You cannot miss out on Expendio de Maíz. There is no set menu. All you have to do is sit down, let the waiter know of any allergies, and the dishes of the day will be brought to you. Their craft is spectacular as they work with local farmers to have the best ingredients and use indigenous corn and other ingredients in their dishes. Their sister restaurant, Parnita is also delicious. 

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*Madre Café: Madre Café:

Is a great option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. For lunch or dinner we recommend the serrano ham croquettes, the beet salad, the margarita pizza, and the truffle and mushroom mac & cheese. 

 

*Carmela y Sal:

We love Carmela y Sal because most dishes are modern twists on Mexican classics. We recommend ordering a lot of the plates and sharing everything! You can’t miss out on the Sope de Chicharron, the queso ahumado, the tostadas, and the best esquite!

 

*Blanco Colima:

Great ambiance and amazing Mexican/European food for your taste buds to get dancing. Must try: tostadas de atún and tacos de lechón confitado

 

*El Cardenal:

Excellent option to have breakfast or lunch and enjoy the traditional Mexican food.  We strongly suggest trying the Escamoles/ Chapulines/ Mole/ Sopa de tortilla

 

*Restaurante San Angelin:

A forever classic in Mexico. Quiet ambiance but without a doubt it will make you feel in Mexico. 

 

*Estiatorio Nostos:

Amazing greek restaurant. Make sure to try the Petalos Nostos, Ensalada Griega, Sashimi de salmon

 

*Havre 77:

This delicious French fusion restaurant quickly became one of our favorites (for obvious reasons!) so we recommend you go and order the calamari, the escargot, the onions soup, the burger and for dessert the french toast!

 

* Puntarena:

It’s originally famous for its focus in contemporary Mexican food specifically on the pacific coast, but you can find all types of dishes here! We recommend the tiradito de hamachi, the milanesa and the lemon pie for dessert.

 

*Caracol de Mar:

Located in the histórical center, its known for mixing classic Mexican cuisine with Peruvian touches. Sharing is key! We love the tacos de pescado al pastor, the tiradito de callo, pescado a la talla, and the aguachile de camarón.

 

*Azul Histórico:

Also located in the historical center, Azul Histórico is a delicious option for traditional Mexican food. We recommend the tortilla soup, the escamole, and the cochinita pibil. 

 

*Osteria del Becco:

Osteria del Becco is a great Italian option! For starters we recommend the carpaccio or any of the pizzas. As for the pastas, we recommend the truffle or ragú pastas. Another must is the Milanese and the mil hojas de papa. 

 

*Tigre Silencioso:

Try the tuna with butter, the brioche sandwich, and the risotto with shrimp.

 

*Botánico:

Botánico is located in Condesa in a beautiful building. We recommend the tiradito, the hummus, the milanese and the tuna tostadas. 

 

*Lardo:

Lardo is another creation by Elena Reygadas open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They are known for their bread! The estofado de jitomate with a sunny side up egg is delicious, as well as their croque madame. Don’t forget to try the guayaba pastry!

 

*Mattea:

A delicious Italian restaurant! We recommend the burrata, the cheese plate, the pasta pomodoro, the mafaldini cacio e pepe rosa, or the melazane alla parmigiana.

 

*NERO:

Another delicious place for fresh pastas! We love the tagliatelle with burrata and tomato confit, the bucatini al cacio e pepe or the fusilli a la vodka. 

 

*Milk Pizzeria:

We love a good pizzeria and Milk is no exception. The margarita and the onion gruyere pizza are our favorites, but you also have to try the tomato soup and the lasagna as they are all musts! 

 

*Loma Linda:

If you’re in the mood for steak, Loma Linda is a great place to go. The papas soufflé, the queso fundido con chorizo, and the jugo de carne are some of our favorite side dishes.