As Mexico City Art Week takes over the city, it’s an ideal time to explore some of the best spots to dine and drink at. Whether you’re fueling up before hitting the galleries or winding down afterward, we’re sharing a guide to some of the top restaurants and bars in the capital, including OMA, Rosetta, Contramar, and more.
Rosetta
Colonia Roma
Photo by Araceli Paz.
Courtesy of Rosetta.
Rosetta, created by the acclaimed chef Elena Reygadas, is a must visit dining destination in Mexico City, currently ranked 34th on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. Opened in 2010 in a charming mansion in Colonia Roma, the restaurant offers a unique, personal take on Mexican cuisine. Reygadas, named the World’s Best Female Chef in 2023, brings her intimate relationship with traditional Mexican ingredients to life through a menu with a focus on simplicity and vegetables. Using local and seasonal ingredients Reygadas assembles gorgeous dishes like Savoy cabbage tacos with pistachio “pipián”, and romeritos, the Beetroot mole or the Hoja santa and white bean cacao criollo. For an elevated experience, guests can head to Salón Rosetta on the second floor, where expertly crafted cocktails and fermented Mexican beverages are served in a cozy, intimate setting. This welcoming environment and rich Mexican food has earned Reygadas a Michelin star and a frequent spot on Latin America’s 50 Best Restaurants list. But it doesn’t stop there. Adjacent to the restaurant, Mesa Rosetta offers a curated collection of dining accessories designed by Elena in collaboration with Mexican artisans, reflecting her passion for design and craftsmanship to bring a bit of the magic into your home.
What we love: A fabulous way to eat your veggies in dishes like the Savoy cabbage tacos with pistachio pipián.
Book Your Reservation HERE.
OMA
Juaréz/Cuahtémoc
Courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City.
OMA, the new intimate omakase at Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City, is set to wow you with every bite. This recently opened restaurant offers a 21-course culinary journey led by Chef Abraham López, whose expertise in Japanese gastronomy promises an unforgettable experience. With only 10 exclusive seats available, guests are invited to place their trust in Chef López and his team, who curate each meal using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients from sustainable aquaculture. Each course at OMA is a masterful blend of traditional Japanese techniques and modern innovation, with standout ingredients like freshly grated wasabi and sawagani crab. An enticing selection of Japanese sake and wines compliments the meal guaranteeing pleasure with each sip.The minimalist natural atmosphere designed by Ezequiel Farca Studio creates a perfectly peaceful setting to enjoy each thoughtful course. Natural materials like stone and wood, sets the tone for a serene and luxurious dining experience. OMA offers more than just a meal. It’s a personal and immersive journey into Japan’s rich culinary heritage, set against the lush backdrop of Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City.
What we love: The intimate ten seat setting to enjoy only the best sawagani crab in serene peace.
Book Your Reservation HERE.
Ticuchi
Polanco
Courtesy of Ticuchi.
Courtesy of Ticuchi.
Ticuchi, a dark and atmospheric gem in Mexico City, offers a delightful culinary experience. Created by renowned Mexican chef Enrique Olvera, this unique space combines a bar-like ambiance with an open kitchen where chefs prepare stellar dishes right before your eyes. The menu focuses on vegetarian and pescatarian interpretations of traditional Oaxacan cuisine, showcasing rich, vibrant flavors. While the food is exceptional, the drinks are equally impressive. The extensive agave spirits selection, featuring a variety of mezcals and lesser known options like sotol, sets the tone for a one-of-a-kind cocktail experience. Whether you’re there for the exquisite food or the expertly crafted drinks, Ticuchi delivers a captivating, immersive experience that highlights the best of Mexico’s culinary and agave traditions.
What we love: The stunning variety of agave spirits to enjoy while enjoying delicious Oaxacan cuisine.
Book Your Reservation HERE.
Contramar
Cuahtémoc
Courtesy of Contramar.
Contramar, created by chef Gabriela Cámara, is a fusion of seafood and Mexican cuisine. Opened since 1988, the restaurant’s beautiful ambiance and meticulously crafted menu, immerses guests in a unique experience from the moment they enter. A breathtaking terrace framed by large windows, floods the restaurant with light and offers enchanting views of the outside. While they do not consider themselves a taqueria, Contomar offers a selection of taco options to savor including shrimp or their signature octopus carnitas or fish al pastor, that contains a whisper of pineapple, cilantro, and chives. However it’s the Tuna Tostada, the house specialty, that tempts our taste buds with every bite.
What we love: Relishing in every bite of their meringue with sweet strawberries.
Book Your Reservation HERE.
Handshake
Colonia Juárez
Photo by Jose Olivas.
Photo by Dario Zeilmaker.
Behind plush velvet curtains, lies an intimate space that evokes the glamour of the Great Gatsby. Influenced by the secretive charm of the prohibition era, this speakeasy-esque bar was anointed North America’s best bar in 2024 and features a basement bar that exudes Mexican spirit. Creating a secluded haven to enjoy with company, or simply for the pleasure of a quality beverage. The cocktail list, curated by head bartender Eric Van Beek, offers a minimal selection, at first glance. When taking a closer look, each cocktail is complex, both in creation and flavor. Created using advanced culinary techniques, the process of producing each refreshment may be considered a labor of love, often taking over 48 hours to craft, from beginning to end.
What we love: Taking pictures of each cocktail with a beautiful Gatsby inspired background.
Book Your Reservations HERE.
Masala y Maíz
Juarez
Courtesy of Masala y Maiz.
Each one of Masala y Maíz’s dishes tells a story about the migration of people, culinary techniques, ingredients, cultural food ways and political movements between South Asia, East Africa, and Mexico. Chefs Norma Listman and Saqib Keval spent years researching and reimagining the organic merging of their cultures—shared flavors and histories of colonization and displacement—into mestizo, or blended, food. Their dishes embody this cultural intersection, showcasing intensely personal family recipes and histories in a way that feels authentic and unforced. The restaurant features a seasonally changing menu of organic produce and sustainable seafood and proteins sourced from small farms near Mexico City. Beyond just creating delicious food, Listman and Keval are committed to advocating for better labor conditions in the food industry, offering dream working conditions for their staff, farmers, and purveyors. Masala y Maíz stands as a testament to the chefs’ use of their platform to effect positive change. In addition to regular breakfast, lunch, and brunch services, the chefs also host private dinners, cooking classes, and lectures, reflecting their belief in the power of food as a tool for environmental and social justice.
What we love: Pairing the Camarones Pa’Pelar with a glass of white wine and good conversation in the intimate dining room designed by activist artist Pedro Reyes.
Book Your Reservations HERE.
Kill Bill
Roma Norte
Photo by Ale Navam.
Stepping into Kill Bill, the contemporary sushi and robata bar in Mexico City’s vibrant Roma neighborhood, luxury meets rhythm in a totally unique experience. Inspired by Tokyo’s culinary scene and infused with a touch of cinematic flair, this 12 seat haven is all about precision, quality, and unforgettable moments. At the heart of the experience is omakase, a chef curated journey through the freshest seafood and premium ingredients like A5 wagyu, toro, kampachi, and even lion’s paw scallops. Whether you’re in the mood for a la carte nigiri or a surprise-filled omakase, every bite is an indulgence. The atmosphere is powered by an impressive Hi-Fi jazz setup with vintage gear from McIntosh, Yamaha, and Technics, creating an auditory atmosphere that’s as rich and detailed as the sushi. The soundtrack features pure jazz, from iconic records setting the tone for a night that’s sophisticated, intimate, and undeniably cool. Here, food, music, and design come together in a symphony that transports you to a world where every detail is meticulously crafted for ultimate enjoyment.
What we love about it: The perfect mix of jazz, sushi, and vibrant energy tucked in Mexico City.
Book Your Reservation HERE.
