Curate your best memories in Mexico City.
- 01Where are the best places to stay near María in Juárez?→
- 02Where should I go for mezcal in Centro Histórico?→
- 03Which cocktail bar should I visit in Juárez for unique Mexican flavors?→
- 04Where should I go for cocktails in Juárez?→
- 05Where should I stay near María in the Juárez neighborhood?→
- 06Where is the best place to go for cocktails in Juárez?→
- 07What is it like to stay at Círculo Mexicano in Centro Histórico?→
- 08What makes María different from other cocktail bars in CDMX?→
- 09Where is the best place to try Mexican natural wine in Juárez?→
- 10Is María in Juárez a good spot for a first date?→
- 11What is María in Mexico City?→
- 12How do I plan a perfect day trip to Tepoztlán from Mexico City?→
- 13How does sushi actually rank in Mexico City — is it worth eating here?→
- 14How do I build a full date night around Contramar — with a walk before and something after?→
- 15Which restaurants run out of specific dishes — and by what time?→
- 16What are the best months to eat specific foods in Mexico City?→
- 17Which CDMX restaurants allow BYOB, and what wine should I bring?→
- 18How do I turn a tacos al pastor run into a full night out in Centro?→
- 19If I only have one fine-dining dinner in CDMX, where should I go?→
- 20Where is the best cochinita pibil in CDMX?→
- 01Where are the best places to stay near María in Juárez?→
- 02Where should I go for mezcal in Centro Histórico?→
- 03Which cocktail bar should I visit in Juárez for unique Mexican flavors?→
- 04Where should I go for cocktails in Juárez?→
- 05Where should I stay near María in the Juárez neighborhood?→
- 06Where is the best place to go for cocktails in Juárez?→
- 07What is it like to stay at Círculo Mexicano in Centro Histórico?→
- 08What makes María different from other cocktail bars in CDMX?→
- 09Where is the best place to try Mexican natural wine in Juárez?→
- 10Is María in Juárez a good spot for a first date?→
- 11What is María in Mexico City?→
- 12How do I plan a perfect day trip to Tepoztlán from Mexico City?→
- 13How does sushi actually rank in Mexico City — is it worth eating here?→
- 14How do I build a full date night around Contramar — with a walk before and something after?→
- 15Which restaurants run out of specific dishes — and by what time?→
- 16What are the best months to eat specific foods in Mexico City?→
- 17Which CDMX restaurants allow BYOB, and what wine should I bring?→
- 18How do I turn a tacos al pastor run into a full night out in Centro?→
- 19If I only have one fine-dining dinner in CDMX, where should I go?→
- 20Where is the best cochinita pibil in CDMX?→
The city's after dark — we know where to send you.
Air quality is in a good range across the neighborhoods we track. Bottom line: a great window for coffee, markets, and a slow walk. The picks below open early and don't need a reservation.
La Clandestina
The reference mezcalería in CDMX. Order a flight of three — espadín, tobalá, tepeztate — and let the bartender walk you through it. Not a…
Handshake Speakeasy
World's 50 Best #1 in 2024 and still deserving. Reservations open exactly 30 days out and vanish in minutes. Walk-ins after midnight some…
Hanky Panky
Hidden behind a taquería. Reserve, arrive at the exact time, they'll take you through the kitchen. Menu is a book of cocktails organized …
We took the hit on the bad ones, so you dont have to. We saved the good stuff just for you.
Despite the name, we're here to help you build unforgettable memories in CDMX — the same editorial bench judges the bars, hotels, and experiences around every meal, not just the food.
- 01On-demand answers
Ask anything about eating in CDMX — get a verified reply in seconds.
- 02Practical local advice
For visitors and residents — neighborhoods, etiquette, logistics.
- 03Talk to our team
Direct line to our editors for bookings, planning, and tricky asks.
- 04Access to secret events
Private tastings, chef tables, and off-menu invitations.
Featured guides
Where do locals get the best tacos al pastor in Mexico City?
The seven trompos worth crossing town for — and the ordering script that stops you looking like a tourist.
How do I actually get a reservation at Pujol or Quintonil?
The two-month rolling window, the exact clock time to log in, and the six alternatives that never make it into the guidebooks.
Which mezcalerías in Mexico City are worth going to?
Not every place with a mezcal list is a mezcalería. Here are the bars our team drinks at — the ones that actually know their palenqueros.
What is Roma Norte in Mexico City actually like?
The most-discussed colonia in CDMX, honestly assessed — what to eat, where to stay, and what the neighborhood is really about beyond Instagram.
What is Condesa like and where should I eat there?
Condesa's shaded parks, Art Deco streets, and the restaurants and cafés that make it worth planning a stay around.
Is Coyoacán worth a day trip from central CDMX?
Frida Kahlo's neighborhood, honestly assessed — what to see, what to skip, and where to eat while you're there.
Can you drink the tap water in Mexico City?
The short answer, the long answer, and what to do about ice, salads, and street-food water in practice.
How much should you tip in Mexico City?
Restaurants, bars, taxis, hotel staff, and the small tips that are expected but never printed on the bill.
Will the altitude in Mexico City affect me?
Mexico City sits at 2,240m / 7,350ft. What that actually means for your first 48 hours, and how it affects eating and drinking.
Where do you get serious specialty coffee in Mexico City?
Mexico grows world-class coffee — here are the roasters and cafés in CDMX that actually treat it that way.
What are the best cocktail bars in Mexico City?
The bars on the World's 50 Best list, the newer rooms worth watching, and the classic hotel bars still doing it right.
Which boutique hotels in Mexico City are actually worth it?
The small properties our editors book for their own friends visiting — with honest notes on what each does well.
Is Mercado San Juan worth visiting in Mexico City?
The chef's market of CDMX — what to eat, what to buy, and which counters inside are worth sitting at.
What is the safest way to get around Mexico City?
Uber, DiDi, the metro, walking, and street taxis — what our editors and their families actually use, day and night.
How should I experience Día de Muertos in Mexico City?
The parade, the ofrendas, the cemetery visits — how to see the holiday well without treating it like a costume party.
Is Mexico City good for vegetarians and vegans?
Better than its reputation suggests. Here are the restaurants, the classic dishes, and the phrases to know.
How spicy is Mexican food actually — and how do I order for my heat tolerance?
The honest answer is 'it depends' — here's how to navigate salsas, chiles, and menus so you get what you want.
When is the best time of year to visit Mexico City?
A month-by-month honest breakdown — temperature, rain, festivals, and whether you'll get caught in a 4 p.m. downpour walking to dinner.
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