Got a date and want to show off? This guide will take you through the most romantic restaurants in CDMX; there’s good food, great ambiance and beautiful spaces for an after-dinner meal full of love. Take note.
1. Lucrezio
If you are looking to impress your companion, or simply an intimate space to talk: Lucrezio is the answer! It is an Italian restaurant south of Mexico City; the menu features Tuscan specialties and of course a wide selection of wines to accompany them.
The experience goes up a notch thanks to the decoration and design of the space; cozy and with the right lighting to create a memorable atmosphere. The recommendation is to visit this place for dinner, so the magic of candles will give a special touch to your date.
📍 San Jerónimo 587, Tizapán San Ángel, Álvaro Obregón
🕛 Monday to Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 00:00 p.m., Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
2. Sonia
This place aims to make you feel at home; from the decoration to the menu that changes according to the season. Here you will eat corn-based recipes, meat cuts, ceviches or pastas. In addition, there is a varied selection of wines and liquors, with which you can toast to love.
They have a terrace, although the lounge is the most romantic place to have a date. On Wednesdays they usually have live music from 20:00 (we recommend you to ask beforehand if there will be any event), perfect if you are looking for a relaxed and different date.
📍 Oxford 23, Juárez
Monday and Tuesday from 13:00 to 23:00, Wednesday and Thursday from 13:00 to 00:00, Friday and Saturday from 9:00 to 00:00 and Sunday from 9:00 to 19:00.
3. Limosneros
In the Historic Center you will find a truly precious jewel. Limosneros is a contemporary Mexican food restaurant. There are a couple of tasting menus: the occasion menu (with seasonal ingredients) and the taco menu. The latter will be the choice if you are having a relaxed date, although you can also choose other dishes on the menu.
One of the attributes of this place is its design: rustic with the colors and elements of Mexican culture, but without leaving aside the elegant. It doesn’t matter where your table is, because the whole place is beautiful. However, we fell in love with its terrace with a folding and watery roof. If you want to surprise, this is the place to be.
📍 Allende 3, Centro Historico
🕛 Monday to Saturday from 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm and Sunday from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
4. Zócalo Balcony
One of the infallible places to ignite the flame of love: Balcón Zócalo. This terrace has a privileged view of the Metropolitan Cathedral of CDMX. Day or night, the view is a spectacle.
On the menu: international dishes with a touch of Mexican inspiration and ingredients. There is also a variety of cocktails and wines. Reservations are recommended to ensure your place on the terrace.
📍 5 de mayo 61, Downtown, Cuauhtémoc
🕛 Monday to Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
5. Aúna
This restaurant is a proposal by renowned chef Jorge Vallejo and chef Fernando Torres. The menu features dishes made with ingredients from the garden and farm, so you will taste seasonal flavors and fresh ingredients.
The countryside is not only in the kitchen, but also in the design of the place intervened by plants and country vibes. Here you can have a relaxed and intimate date without leaving aside the romanticism.
📍 Anatole France 139, Polanco, Miguel Hidalgo.
Monday to Saturday from 13:30 to 23:00, Sunday from 13:30 to 17:00.
6. Aleli
If you’re looking for something more relaxed and casual, Aleli is a great option. This terrace is perfect for drinks and delicious food in a cozy atmosphere. The menu is grilled: dishes that you and your partner will appreciate.
The space is charming at any time of the day; you will be surprised by a fusion of urban and jungle design. At night, palm lamps illuminate the ambiance, creating a memorable moment.
📍 Sinaloa 141, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc
🕛 Tuesday to Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
7. Bagatelle
This place brings a little piece of France for you and your companion to activate all your senses. Bagatelle has a menu inspired by the French Riviera with fresh dishes where the specialty is food.
This restaurant is one of the most beautiful, as it combines elegance with glamour. It has a terrace that will make you feel in the French Riviera, the perfect place to brunch and, of course, have a romantic dinner.
📍 Tennyson 117, Polanco, Miguel Hidalgo
🕛 Monday to Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
8. Saks Polanco
One of the most romantic restaurants in CDMX is Saks. Although it has several branches, the one in Polanco is perfect to make love vibrate. And, if you want a more enjoyable moment, you should know that there is live music here.
On the menu: salads, meats, soups, poultry and seafood. They also have an extensive wine list, liquors and a wide variety of tequilas, as well as a coffee bar. One of its strongest points is its elegant dining rooms and good service from the staff.
📍 Campos Eliseos, Lamartine 133, Polanco, Miguel Hidalgo
🕛 Monday to Friday from 7:00 to 00:00, Saturday from 8:00 to 00:00 and Sunday from 8:00 to 23:00.
9. Bellini
If you want to enjoy an excellent view, be sure to visit Bellini. This restaurant is one of the most recognized in our city, since it is a revolving restaurant, so you will have a 360-degree landscape.
This place offers an experience for two people that in addition to the menu, you can include champagne. Get your tickets for Bellini’s romantic experience here, love is in the air!
📍 Montecito 38, 45th floor, Nápoles, Benito Juárez.
🕛 Dates and times available
10. Les Moustaches
Among the romantic (and infallible) restaurants in CDMX is Les Moustaches. This place will surprise you with French food and a great selection of wines that you will enjoy in its elegant dining room.
The heart will not be the only one in love, but the dishes will also conquer the palate. Let yourself be carried away by the onion soup, the sweet duck or the steak wellington, you will surely be a candidate for a second date!
📍 Río Sena 88, Cuauhtémoc
🕛 Lunch Monday to Sunday from 13:00 to 18:00. Dinner: Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 18:00 to 22:30
11. Altanera
In the list of the most romantic restaurants in CDMX we could not miss Altanera by chef Lula Martín del Campo. Here you will taste contemporary Mexican cuisine with land and sea ingredients.
One of its main attractions is undoubtedly the beauty of its rooms. It has a 360-degree view of the city, as well as a dining room with plants and a high ceiling that gives the sensation of freedom. Your date will be impressed!
📍 Colima 161, Roma Norte, Cuauhtémoc
🕛 Reservations from Monday to Sunday from 1:00 pm.