Where should I walk to after getting gelato at Querido Leo?
As the lifestyle and product arm of Colectivo Carmelo, Querido Leo brings a sharply designed, highly collaborative gelato and coffee experience to Roma Norte. It is a small, aesthetically precise space that nails the details, from the thoughtful merchandise to the excellent espresso. After grabbing a scoop and browsing their current collaborations, take your cone for a stroll down Colima. Head three blocks east to Plaza Río de Janeiro to sit by the fountain and people-watch under the shade of the surrounding trees.
Gelato and café — the lifestyle arm of Colectivo Carmelo.
- Address:
- Jalapa 121, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 CDMX
- Web:
- www.instagram.com/queridoleo/
What locals actually do
Chilangos treat Roma Norte’s cafes as an extension of their living rooms, but Querido Leo serves a slightly different function—it is a destination for the city's design and creative communities. Because it functions as Colectivo Carmelo’s collaborative hub, locals drop in not just for an afternoon sugar fix, but to see what new merchandise or brand partnerships have just launched. A classic weekend afternoon involves grabbing a coffee and gelato here before wandering over to browse the independent titles at Casa Bosques bookstore or checking out the latest exhibition at OMR gallery, both just a short walk away.
Order a double espresso and whatever seasonal gelato they are currently spinning, check out the thoughtfully designed Colectivo Carmelo merchandise, and walk over to Plaza Río de Janeiro to enjoy it.
Practical notes
- 01Querido Leo operates as both a café and a retail space, making it a great spot to pick up beautifully designed local merchandise.
- 02The space is intentionally small and geared toward grab-and-go or a quick espresso at the counter before walking the neighborhood.
- 03Pair your visit with a gallery hop—Roma Norte's contemporary art spaces are clustered within a 10-minute walking radius of the café.
Good to know
- ✗Mexico City's high altitude means the sun is intense—wear sunscreen if you plan to walk around Roma Norte with your gelato.
- ✗Card payments are standard, but keeping a few small peso bills is always helpful for tipping the barista.
- ✗Weekend afternoons in Roma Norte get heavily trafficked; expect busy sidewalks and a steady stream of pedestrians around the plaza.