What makes Perezoso a great option for dining alone in Roma Norte?
Pulling up a stool at this Roma Norte gastrobar is one of the easiest ways to enjoy a meal on your own. Colectivo Carmelo built the space with a warm wood-and-plants aesthetic that feels immediately welcoming. Because the menu focuses on small plates meant for grazing, you can map out a satisfying solo lunch or evening meal. It evolves smoothly into a late-night spot serving pizza by the slice, making it a comfortable place to linger with a drink without checking the time.
All-day gastrobar built for sharing — sister to Selva, by Colectivo Carmelo.
- Address:
- Córdoba 104, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 CDMX
- Web:
- www.instagram.com/perezoso.cdmx/
What locals actually do
Chilangos treat all-day spaces like this as extensions of their living rooms. For a solo afternoon, the move is to bring a book to Perezoso, order a few small sharing plates for yourself, and let lunch stretch into early evening. The relaxed atmosphere makes it completely normal to sit alone for hours. Afterward, take a short walk to Plaza Río de Janeiro to read by the fountain, or browse the shelves at Cafebrería El Péndulo on Álvaro Obregón. If you stay into the night, the transition to late-night pizza by the slice draws neighborhood industry crowds looking for a casual bite after their shifts.
Settle in during the late afternoon with a couple of small plates, then stay long enough to grab a late-night slice of pizza when the evening menu shifts.
Practical notes
- 01The menu transitions throughout the day, shifting from generous lunch portions to late-night pizza by the slice.
- 02Walk-ins are generally easy for solo diners, especially if you aim for the late afternoon transition period before dinner.
- 03Sister venue Selva is located nearby, making it easy to experience both Colectivo Carmelo concepts in a single evening.
Good to know
- ✗Always check their current operating hours on-site, as all-day venues sometimes adjust their late-night closing times.
- ✗Standard tipping in Mexico City is 10 to 15 percent, which is typically left on the card or in cash.
- ✗Roma Norte is highly walkable at night, but stick to well-lit main streets like Álvaro Obregón when exploring after dark.