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686 Bar

4.5 (6 reviews)

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Lina N.

Went on a Saturday around 11:30 and the server told us they were full and not taking people then couple of people came out so we asked them if we can go in since people left but another bartender told us we can come in for drink only cause he wanted to close the bar. The service was very attentive and friendly and the atmosphere was very intimate but the bar design could have been better. The drinks were up to the standards and very delicious. Would go again to try more different drinks.

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Jennifer F.

Gorgeous pics and drinks! Highly recommend. Absolutely great service. Such amazing drinks!! We came from dinner, my husband found this via Google review and we walked through the kitchen. They even moved us to a more comfortable section! Amazing place! 10/10!

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Hanky Panky - 3.7.25 Imperio and mirror 75

Hanky Panky

4.0(164 reviews)
1.5 kmJuárez
$$

I almost don't want to give away the location because finding it, even with the address known, is…read morepart of the fun. Just confidently walk into the storefront food shop with a large table and chairs and ten then you have a reservation! They were very friendly and waved us in off the sidewalk as we were a bit bewildered (and didn't have reservations; just hoping and praying). Once inside the dark, very busy space with a couple rooms, long bar and some booth seating, the friendly, English speaking, knowledgeable staff will explain the large cocktail menu (many which can be made without alcohol if that's your thing). There is a creative beverage for every palate and there is a section dedicated to collaborations with mixologists from all over the world. Will definitely return to sample several more of these unique drinks. And also the food, which were didn't try as we came after dinner.

Hanky Panky is a popular speakeasy located in Mexico City, known for consistently being on the list…read moreof North America's 50 Best Bars. It's considered the "OG speakeasy" of the city and focus on creative cocktails from around the world. We didn't realize that the storefront was a simple looking restaurant so we kept walking back and forth. The entrance to the bar was in the back leading us to a completely different space. We made reservations and it's pretty much required to have one to be seated. Depending on your table size you might also have to share a table with others but they also have bar counter space. Their main menu of 12 cocktails were all made by the bartenders there. Part of the menu also contained cocktails from other bars around the world. The end of the menu was rounded out with classic cocktails with a Hanky Panky twist. Our party of five ordered most of the 12 main cocktails and some of the others. My favorites were the il fresco (peachy and coffee-y), grand bazaar (most spirit forward drink they have), and hanky panky (fat-washed with cacao nibs and menthol from fernet branca). All of the drinks were great though. The hot dog was also delicious! When we left we walked out of a Modelo "fridge" which was unique. The space and the vibes really were the definition of "speakeasy" because it was such a cool space. The environment was so fun and we had such a good time here.

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Maison Artemisia

Maison Artemisia

4.3(32 reviews)
0.6 kmRoma Norte
$$$

I'm going to go on record and say Maison Artemisia is the best bar on earth…read more Okay...you're right, I haven't experienced every bar (yet), so how would I know? You're just going to have to trust me! We were invited to Maison Artemisia by a couple of local friends who are in the cocktail industry. It was Halloween evening. Immediately upon entering the quiet (we came early and Mexico doesn't get jumping until late) beautiful upstairs bar to a wild greeting by two bartenders wearing the wildest Aztec animal-god masks (an outstanding start)! Round after round, drink after drink was a love song to cocktail greatness. Using an apothecary of fresh herbs, spices, tinctures, bitters, syrups, fire, smoke...these guys knocked out one sensational cocktail after another. Each one different...beautifully presented and balanced. Last round, we challenged the guys to whip up something off menu with varying flavor profiles picked by us and our guests (did I mention we were a few rounds in already?). These guys went to work like a couple of alchemist poets...composers...rap battlers. Working together, tasting, tweaking, these wizards of libations stirred, mixed, and shook together one of the best nights of cocktails of my entire life. All in one of the hippest, coziest, most vibrant lounges I've ever had the pleasure of spending an evening. For sure, I will frequent Maison Artemisia every time I'm in Mexico City DF. They are...and still remain...simply the best!

Dark and sexy little spot. The drinks were good. Got a spot on the 2nd by the window. Vibey. Would…read morecome back when in CDMX

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Xaman - Really good mezcal drink

Xaman

4.0(44 reviews)
1.4 kmJuárez
$$$

Was surprised our group was able to walk in easily and grab seats on a Saturday night but ended up…read morebeing rather disappointed by the cocktails. All the ones we tried were too sweet. My friends didn't finish their El Edén Prometido or Un Respiro. My other friend did finish her Luz De Umbral which was less sweet, and I had requested mine without added sugar so it was more balanced. The cocktails all had interesting ingredients so really wished they held back on the sugar so we could really taste the cocoa, matcha, avocado, earl grey, etc. Music was good but a little loud for a group to chat - much better for a party. Very cool decor and vibe. Staff was very nice, including the folks manning the door. Very hidden in an alley.

The first time I came here was during Covid, and it was nearly empty. Now coming back post Covid,…read moreand it is packed from the rooter to the tooter and NOT in a good way as going in on a Saturday evening, it was chaotic. Knowing that only about maybe three or four workers were serving guest, you definitely got overlooked a lot when trying to order unless you really tried to flag down workers. It was as if they had tunnel vision sadly like my goodness I highly recommend trying to get a reservation that is far away from the DJ booth, because I swore they were trying to blow my eardrums off. Nonetheless I had a really great time hanging out with friends and the vibe was perfect minus, loud music. I would try to go back, but next time I would suggest definitely suggest for someone to make a reservation for us not as close as we were to the DJ booth, but still in the same vicinity if you know what I mean.

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686 Bar - speakeasies - Updated May 2026

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