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La Botica

4.5 (25 reviews)
ModerateDive Bars
Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Chassidy S.

ENGLISH: If you are an alcohol enthusiast or just a plain ole alcoholic, this bar is for you. This is hands down one of the nicest bars in CDMX. There is a balcony here, and they have super cool decor. If you're feeling brave, come here to drink the mezcal (mezcal = tequila's evil big sister). They have a huge selection of mezcal from different parts of Mexico. To my fellow gringos, please don't take mezcal as a shot. You may actually die. Mezcal is made for sipping. It's stronger than tequila, and yes ma'am, it does bite. They serve oranges with the mezcal to help extinguish the fire mezcal starts in your throat. They also have crickets on the menu. They're called chapulines. If you drink enough mezcal, you'll become adventurous enough to try them out. If you're too scared to drink the mezcal or eat the chapulines, they have a nice variety of beers and cocktails and snacks on the menu as well. ESPAÑOL: Mezcal = Chingón.

Miriam W.

Grab a seat upstairs on the balcony and catch a glimpse of Mexico City going by down below (complete only with slews of slow moving traffic, of course). Order mezcal, which will come with grasshopper-dusted orange slices, and make sure to get some Oaxacan cheese and beer to round things out. This outpost of La Botica is a perfect perch to become better acquainted with both mezcal and the historic center of Mexico City.

May M.

Great service in a hidden space upstairs by a popular restaurant. They got us 8 different types of mezcal tasting. We had a blast tasting it all and then the scary grasshopper were delish.

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All I.

Cool little place!! Good mezcal! Great view! Nostalgic Looney Tunes used as decor. I had a great time here.

Monica S.

La Botica is tucked away on the 2nd floor of the coolest concept space in the Centro, an architecturally stunning and historic area of Mexico City. The building plays host to a gorgeous restaurant, a hip hotel and a separately hip hostel, an array of small shops and this 2nd floor mezcal bar. You have to order some small snacks in order to sit and sip on different mezcals, but the food ordering is easy: just go with the queso oaxaca. On this last occasion that I went, we got the last available Oaxaca cheese and it showed: the freshness just wasn't there and the cheese wasn't stringy and flexible when peeled off but rather stiff and lacking in moisture. The mezcals, however, steal the show here and you can either get it in cocktail form or shot form. Just tell the server what you're looking for taste-wise: incredibly strong and high in alcohol content or soft and woody. This is a great bar to stop at if you're sightseeing in the area.

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9 years ago

Nice mezcal bar. Divey, but good selection of mezcals. Lots of locals. Hipster Mexico at its finest.

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Excelente variedad de mezcales en un agradable local.

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They serve oranges with the mezcal to help extinguish the fire mezcal starts in your throat.

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4.3(51 reviews)
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Pata Negra is easily one of the best bars I visited in Mexico City--both for the cocktails and the…read moreatmosphere. I was captivated by the warm, eclectic ambiance--shelves stacked with old books, cozy little crannies, and fascinating antique items tucked into every corner. It felt like stepping into a hidden gem where every detail added to the charm. I ordered the As de Corazones, a gin-based cocktail with raspberry, egg white foam, and a spritz finish. It was hands-down the best cocktail I had in CDMX--beautifully balanced, slightly tart, and perfectly smooth. I also tried the Josita, which was incredibly refreshing (and deceptively strong!), making it the perfect drink to sip on while soaking in the atmosphere. Service was friendly and attentive, with bartenders who clearly know their craft. Whether you're a cocktail lover or just looking for a great spot to unwind, Pata Negra is a must-visit. (I even went back as a goodbye to CDMX on my last night)

Cool vibes the old books give the place character. We had a few beers, some shots and mixed drinks…read more The drinks were good. They had a few TVs with some sports on which is why we chose this place. Service was friendly, and quick to take your initial order but after that it was kinda hard to order a second or third drink you really had to flag them down. We came back on a second visit and they were out of some of the beers we ordered the previous visit. On the plus side the beers were ice cold. Much colder than out of the refrigerator which made it so easy to drink.

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