For the past three years, post-pandemic, the excitement for Mexico City and its expansive dining scene sees few signs of slowing down. The tourist corridor of Condesa/Roma has mushroomed with restaurants, bars, and coffee shops—there seems to be a hi-fi listening room with natural wine and small plates on every corner. Michelin stars are now being anointed, in a somewhat haphazard manner. And an exciting nuevo-retro taqueria moment is in full swing, with rotating spits of al pastor in different shades and proteins. The saturation of dining options may mean that there is more mediocrity than before, but bad meals are still few and far between. In this list, the reputable stalwarts and classic institutions remain, and we’ve plucked the new goodies from the middling.
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Every review on this list has been written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that activity. When choosing things to do, our editors consider landmarks and experiences that offer an insider’s view of a destination, keeping authenticity, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind. This gallery has been updated with new information since its original publish date.
