Are you on the hunt for the perfect date night location in chaotically wonderful Mexico City? Mexico is home to some of the world’s best food, and the capital is no exception. If you are looking for a restaurant that not only serves delicious dishes but also has a cosy and romantic atmosphere, look no further. Here are seven romantic restaurants in Mexico City that check all the boxes.
Reserve a table for two at Rosetta for a dinner to remember. This charming Italian restaurant is set in a colonial-era townhouse giving it a cosy and unique charm. The chef, Reygadas, is known for her incredible handmade pasta. To add to the appeal, she puts a Mexican spin on most of the Italian dishes.
Treat yourself to traditional Mexican food surrounded by warm yellow lights of every hue. In addition to delicious food, you’ll be seated under a warmly lit tree canopy in a 17th-century courtyard, sure to impress your special someone.
In the heart of Roma, you’ll find Máximo Bistrot. Chef Eduardo Garcia and his wife Gabriela combine their love of French and Mexican food to bring you the very best of both. At Máximo Bistrot, you’ll find that not only is the food uniquely delicious, but the atmosphere is perfect for couples. Head to this Roma staple for a subtle yet memorable date night.
This Italian eatery is perfect for enjoying dinner together before or after a moonlit stroll around Colonia Roma’s Plaza Rio de Janeiro. Chef Marco Carboni prides himself on providing only the freshest and most authentic Italian cuisine in all of Distrito Federal.
Wow your special someone with a fancy night out at Quintonil. This gastronomical masterpiece has made it on the world’s 50 Best Restaurants List (24) and 50 Best Latin American Restaurants (11), making it well worth the price. Given their popularity and exclusivity, you’ll need to make a reservation at least two months in advance. We know. It’s a long time. But trust us, once you try the literally world-famous mole-madre or crab tostada with habanero mayo, you’ll thank us.
Nothing says romantic dinner quite like Huset’s lantern canopy. Huset is known for its delicious country-style dishes and attention to detail. Here you’ll find hearty servings in a warm and friendly atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to clink a few glasses and then enjoy a romantic dinner together.
Last but not least, in the heart of Centro Historico, you’ll find quirky and modern Limosneros. The softly lit eccentric dining area and cosy tables in addition to delicious Mexican food is what makes it a date night staple. At Limosneros, you’ll feel like it’s just the two of you.
Melanie is an avid traveller with a passion for history and global foods. She is currently based in Tbilisi, Georgia where most of her time is occupied with qvevri wine and Soviet history. Having do-si-do'd her way across Europe and Latin America, she's enjoyed some of the world's most exciting places firsthand and can't wait to tell you about them.
