Mexico City never stops. A new wave of restaurants and bars is reshaping how we dine, drink, and connect. These recent openings are more than just additions to the scene—they’re setting the tone for what’s next. Discover the HOT spots of September 2025 and start mapping your way through the city’s evolving culinary landscape.
Lina
A restaurant where technique unfolds with elegance, led by Chef Mariana Villegas Martínez, who draws on global travel and a deep sensitivity to seasonal ingredients. Her approach fuses Mexican cuisine with international influences, served with genuine warmth and understated sophistication.
Cantina SieteSeis
A hidden cantina that revives the nostalgic charm of the ’80s, with vintage TVs, cassette tapes, and an atmosphere that channels retro cool without excess. The menu features ribeye, pork asado, and Northern-style small plates with plenty of personality. Located in Roma Norte, it’s available for reservations via DM or OpenTable.
Sukai
A Japanese bar in San Miguel Chapultepec, led by Chef Klaus Albert Mayr, where contemporary sushi is explored with depth and precision. The relaxed, refined setting is the backdrop for a culinary offering rooted in tradition, research, and flawless execution.
Kaito del Valle
El emblemático spot cofundado por mujeres se traslada a la Juárez, reforzando su identidad con un espacio más amplio, DJ booth, karaoke oculto, cocina y pronto un laboratorio de coctelería. Conserva su distintivo sello: menús inspirados en anime y estética kawaii que se reflejan en cada detalle visual y sensorial.
Trampa Bar
A Mediterranean hideaway where sensory design meets curated music. This warm, crimson-toned space is perfect for effortless nights of tapeo, featuring dishes like sobrasada, boquerones, and fuet that pair beautifully with the vibe.
Yapan
A Nippon-Mexican fusion that marries Japanese precision with deeply rooted Mexican ingredients. Each dish is a celebration of heritage and new expression, centered on freshness, aesthetics, and cultural synergy.
Bartola
A place where atmosphere and mixology come together in a space built for sharing and connection. Since its recent opening in Roma Norte, it’s become a favorite for those in the know—a conversation starter in its own right.
Barra Lupe
A celebration of Mexico at the bar, with seasonal ingredients, fair trade sourcing, and flavors that reimagine home-style cravings. The menu pays tribute to traditional markets with dishes like Yecapixtla cecina and tlayudas, alongside cocktails crafted from ancestral spirits.
September 2025 offers a map worth exploring. Each opening marks a new coordinate on the city’s vibrant culinary and nightlife grid.
