Amazing bar in Rosa Norte part of Mexico City! Every cocktail we had was exceptional and they had a…read morefew special cocktails when we were there like a mango con chile which is a take on the street mango with chamoy and tajin. Reservations are definitely hard to come back so would recommend to book early. We had a late reservation but they actually were so nice to accommodate us early since we finished dinner early. Suggest sitting at the bar because the bartenders are great to talk to and get more insights into the place and drinks!

Mexico City has a reputation for having some of the world's best bars. Their location in Roma,…read moreMexico City, was ranked #52 in the world and in the top 10 in North America. While we didn't book the acclaimed Roma location, we sought out their sister location located closer to our hotel in Polanco. We were required to purchase an appetizer to go with our drinks (maybe it's a local requirement for bars?). Got a quesadilla, which had nice flavor from meat, chile morita, and cheese, but it was tiny. Drinks were liquor forward, but balanced. We were impressed to get clear flavors from each of the ingredients of the cocktail. Was it a vibe that I'd want to enjoy again? Probably not - I personally prefer restaurants with really strong entrees and cocktails to support the food than the other way around. Nevertheless, I'm glad that I was able to visit this world renowned bar close to where I was staying. Drinks were creative, flavors were clear and assertive, but balanced. If you are looking for interesting cocktails, this is a great option for you

Not easy to find, but a lot of fun when you do!…read more One of my favorites spots, among many, in the heart of Polanco.

Jules bar is advertised as a hidden speakeasy in Polanco that is located underneath a taqueria. The…read morebar is tourist friendly and cocktails are reasonably priced. Come early as there is usually a line before entering the bar. Atmosphere: to enter into the bar, you have to go downstairs through a refrigerator. In contrast to the bright colors of the taqueria upstairs, Jules was adorned with leathered walls, studded ceilings, and skeletons as table centerpieces. While trendy, it did come off as a little cheesy. Nonetheless, decor did reflect the vibe it was going for. There was limited seating, so if you have a large party would recommend going there early if you have a big party. Later in the night, there is a DJ who plays techno/dance music tends to draw in large crowds of people. Brings in a mixed crowd. Service: Service at the beginning of the night was good, although servers were less attentive as the night got later and more people were entering the bar. Cocktails: The bar offers a good variety of drinks and cocktails--which I can see why people would want to go back to Jules again. My group of friends and I tried about 8 different cocktails and the only one I enjoyed was the Low Key. The Low Key is comparable to a whiskey soul with mezcal garnished with tamarind candy. I did not care much for the other drinks, as some of them were overly sugary.

Handshake Speakeasy is worth the hype! I managed to snag a Friday night reservation in the basement…read moreroom. The interior was dimly lit and moody, and the staff would yell a welcome every time patrons entered the space. They also did the same once people started leaving. For my first drink, I chose the Mexi-Thai. Handshake is known for their clarified cocktails and I was shocked by how complex the flavors were in this clear beverage. It was almost savory with makrut lime coconut, tomato, and basil oil. For my second drink, I chose the Banana Split. This one was much sweeter with rum, banana, and a blend of sherries. It came topped with a chocolate lego filled with banana ganache, which was insanely decadent and tasty. Our reservation was limited to 90 minutes, which was enough time for me. Overall, loved this spot!

Hard to see why this has been getting top speakeasy when I feel I've been to better... Pretty easy…read moreto find - it's in a hotel and there is sure to be a super long line waiting, so make sure you check in with one of the waitstaff especially if you haven't booked a reservation. Although our group did not book ahead, we got there right as they opened and only had to wait about 30 min to get seated - but it was also a Monday so maybe that had something to do with it... Aside from the entrance being anticlimactic compared to the bars I have been to, I think the drinks were quite delicious. I got the Earl Grey and the Once Upon in Oaxaca. The first one was honestly my favorite. It was such a refreshing drink that was a really fun take on Earl Grey tea. I really liked the lemongrass straw as well. Drinking out of the straw vs drinking the drink directly made a huge difference in flavor, which I thought was particularly unique. The Once Upon in Oaxaca was slightly smoky and definitely a more liquor forward drink. Perfect for a second cocktail. I would have liked it to be just a tad more smoky with a thicker mouthfeel. Overall, however, it was a pleasant experience, but there are definitely some other bars I'd recommend over this one...

Been here several times never disappoints. All there foods are amazing. I have not taken many pics…read more We get straight to enjoying the delicious food. Service is great, they remember us from our visits. Some items are seasonal which is great for variety.

Worth every penny! The restaurant is well decorated and every so often you may get mariachis. The…read moreservice defines exceptional. Waiters are there to attend to your every need every single second. They are also courteous and happy to help with recommendations. The food is amazing, do not shy away from asking the "spicy" sauces like salsa negra y la maldita. They are mildly spicy. Almost every dish we asked came with a show and everything tasted amazing. The drinks are also a must. Final take: do not pass on the desserts.

Overall, liked my experience here. Came here with a friend on a weekend night and it was packed,…read morebut we didn't have to wait more than 5-10 minutes to get "seated". I say seated with parenthesis because most people end up standing here but we got lucky that a couple was leaving as we were right next to them after being asked our drink orders. It's kind of a weird system that they have and I think the staff didn't realize we didn't have our drink orders taken yet and asked the people behind us for theirs which was slightly annoying. It was a bit chaotic so I can see why it happened, but I do think they need a slightly better system. Anyways, the drinks were excellent and I love that they gave us a little small snack that included crickets (which I hadn't tried before yet). The vibes in here are really nice too. I love the dim lighting and the almost rock/clay atmosphere. The bathroom area is smaller than I was expecting but it was ok. I'd definitely return!

This ranks among the top ten bars in North America and as a group of 6, we probably waited for 25…read moreminutes to get in. There are no seats, this is a standing bar except a few uncomfortable bar stools. Drinks were good, but I expected more. I got the colada and it was good, not too sweet. Almost clarified colada. Everything was very spirit forward which few of our friends really liked. This felt like a one time visit for me in CDMX

Such a cool cocktail bar! The inside was warm and inviting but we got a table outside which was…read morealso nice with a lot of people watching. The servers were super friendly and brought out our drinks fast. I went with the avocado based cocktail and it was SO GOOD. I've never had anything like it and I'm glad it caught my eye on the menu 10/10 recommend.

This was a smaller mezcal bar that had been recommended to us time and time again so we decided to…read morestop in. We quickly found a table in the main bar area at a small high top so we lucked out with that! The vibe was sexy and very cool for a stop in the evening. I'm not a huge mezcal person and don't like spicy flavors so struggled to find something I loved but my boyfriend tried a mezcal flight and a spicy cocktail and he loved it all! The staff was also very friendly and happy to try to recommend a cocktail that would fit my preferences. For the vibe alone, this is worth a visit!

We went to Scotch for a few drinks but ended up walking out before purchasing any. This was due to…read morethe inflated prices and insanely loud music. Is this a bar or a nightclub? The music was so loud I couldn't have a conversation with the person I was with, and we were going to have to take out a small personal loan to drink there, so we left. The business was really busy with a lively group of customers, so someone can clearly afford it and doesn't mind the nightclub atmosphere; it just wasn't for me. No issues with the service, we were immediately attended to and offered a menu.

This place is tucked away in the back of the restaurant that's in front of it. We visited on a…read moreSaturday night. Most tables were reserved for folks who wanted bottle service, which we did not. They agreed to give us a spot in the corner without us purchasing a bottle. We ordered a round of drinks. Mine - the Aviation or something similar - was so bad that I only had a few sips. The venue for more crowded and much louder as the night went on. Definitely a night club vibe, which can be fun but didn't match our mood (we were looking for more of a cocktail lounge). It took a looong time to get our check.

You can't go to CDMX and not visit Karizma. This place is legendary and the rib eye tacos are to…read moredie for.

Popular, expat friendly restaurant in the area of the three major brand hotels in Polanco…read more Menus is Spanish and English. Indoor or street (smoking) dining areas. Attentive service. Good guacamole, salsa and chips. Tacos were good and portions for an "appetizer" were decent (five). Flavor was decent but could have used some more pineapple. Salsa helped. Margarita was on the weak side. Beer saved it.

This place is horrendous. Fat ass bouncer was douche. Came here with two friends. We asked for a…read morebottle but the host would only get us a table with 2 bottles and then double charged us. Locals sitting next to our table came after we did and only had to order 1 bottle. Rip off. The place sucks if you want to meet people. People stay in their little crews and ignore you. The music was alright. Fat ass security guard and host had the audacity to ask for more tips after double charging us. Avoid at all cost.

2 regular Mexican beers and a bottle of still water for $23+ USD…read more They hear you speak English and charge whatever fancies their minds. That's cool boys, but I have a right to leave a review to flag atrocious on the spot pricing.

Absolutely amazing steaks, lobster tail and sides! Cocktails were fun and delicious. The service…read morewas superb as was the ambience.

Nothing is more delicious. Good is great. Place is beautiful. Service impeccable. Even in English…read more Very expensive, but you get what you pay for. A cut above other spots.