Mexico City: The Most Underrated Foodie's Paradise

No, you don’t have to join the cliche foodie scene that only considers European restaurants a foodie’s paradise. The world is so vast, yet the majority of people magnetize their foodie standards to Europe. There are so many other places to indulge in through its cuisine and its design.

One of the most underrated locations in the world for exquisite food, and jaw dropping scenery, and restaurant design, is Mexico City. The chefs across this magnificent city, put a passion into their food like no other part in the world. And, the architecture of the city’s restaurants will make you feel like you’ve escaped this world, in the most breathtaking way possible.

Book your trip to Mexico City now, for a truly life changing food experience. Here are our top picks for restaurants in Mexico City you must try:

Rosetta Restaurant in Mexico City

Rosetta

Housed within several rooms of a beautiful and eclectic mansion, Rosetta sees chef Elena Reygadas – who was named Latin America’s Best Female Chef in 2014 – revamp traditional Mexican dishes. A focus on seasonal ingredients sourced from small producers means the menu can change daily, but favorites include corn tamale with celeriac, sea bass with samphire and white mole with fermented carrots.

Balcón del zócalo

Passion is what has led Chef Pepe Salinas to be the man in charge of making real a unique gastronomic concept in Mexico City. His stubborn and creative nature has resulted in to the development of a creative cuisine that assumes risks, with dishes with which it wants to surprise and amaze diners who are looking for new experiences.

Limosneros

The figure of a new generation of chefs who are progressing towards the complete reunion with raw materials in their purest form, Atzin reinforces the focus with farmers and the opportunity to be a direct participant in food production.

Azul Historico Restaurante

Probably one of the best restaurants in Mexico City. Azul is a beautiful restaurant that serves traditional Mexican dishes with breathtaking presentation. This is not your average meal; it's a spectacular culinary experience. If you're looking for delicious gourmet food, look no further.

Carmela y sal

While Carmela y Sal’s glamorous southern Polanco dining room is a shimmering, moodily lit delight – think high ceilings, dark floors and olive and copper accents – its menu sings with dishes that feel less ‘fine dining’ than ‘superb home cooking’. Talented young chef Gabriela Ruiz Lugo showcases an abundance of flavours from Mexico’s Tabasco region, where she grew up.

Rosa Negra Polanco

RosaNegra Polanco, located on Av. Masaryk, will wrap you in its unique atmosphere and its unique tribute to Latin American cuisine. The trendiest restaurant in CDMX offers you an incredible experience led every night by the resident DJ, bongo show and happening with sparklers.

Restaurante Balta

Prepare for a trip along the Mediterranean coast to the coast of Mexico. In Balta, the bold flavors of these two iconic culinary worlds are combined with a smoky touch. Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner to try the extraordinary along with the best view of Mexico City.

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