The Hungry Post hosted the first Sunset Party pop-up in Mexico City

The Hungry Post Sunset Party pop-up in Mexico City took place on November 9th, and was presented by:

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We host sunset parties, dinners, brunches, cocktail-making classes, and more for our local Latin community with the mission of discovering each city through a culinary lens. Wherever we go, siempre llevamos un pedacito de Miami con nosotros. 

This fall, for the first time ever, The Hungry Post traveled to Mexico City, did you join us?

On Saturday, November 9th, Miami, NYC, and our new Mexican Hungries joined us for a quick getaway to CDMX!

Our first rumbita mexicana was one for the books! We took over FIERA ROOFTOP, located in Lomas de Chapultepec. We sipped on refreshing Beefeater cocktails, munched on comidita mexicana, and enjoyed buena musica Latina. 

La fiesta started at 4 PM with an exclusive Beefeater Happy Hour that went on until 6 PM! As for the food, menu highlights included: Croquetas de Jamón Serrano, Empanadas (cheese, beef and vegetarian), Tostadas de Atún, Mini Esquites, and more.

La rumba estuvo increíble! We danced pegadito to the best reggaetoncito played by our favorite Miami DJs: Juan Diego Viteri and Andre Ferro. Plus, we had un poco de talento local with Desh. These guys set the mood and had us dancing hasta bieeeeen tarde!

But that’s not all! In collaboration with Sainte Marguerite, we also hosted an incredible Welcome Dinner at La Única in Polanco on Friday, November 8th for our Hungries that traveled to CDMX!

Thank you for joining us at our first Sunset Party pop-up in Mexico City Hungries! It was an EPIC rumba and it wouldn’t have been the same without you there! We hope to come back bien pronto! But for now, we’ll see you at our next events back in NYC  and Miami!

Here’s what went down at the first Sunset Party pop-up in CDMX at FIERA ROOFTOP by Beefeater!

Oh, and if you’re heading back to CDMX, we did some research for where to eat and drink (obviamente). Enjoy!

 WHERE YOU’RE EATING AND DRINKING

We have a funny feeling, you’ve already been to Mexico City. So here are some suggestions to help you explore beyond the iconic spots.

Please note: Not all these spots are interchangeable of course, (there will only be one Contramar). But if you’re ready to branch out, here’s where we would go. 

IF YOU’VE ALREADY BEEN TO PANADERIA ROSETTA, TRY:

Odette (Lomas | Condesa): cute panadería for all things bread (sweet and savory), pastries, and cookies. If you’re into chocolate DON’T skip their Croissant Glaseado de Ferrero filled with a chocolate ganache. Other popular items include Crujiente de Guayaba, Volcán de Chocolate Semi-Amargo, Almond Croissant, White Chocolate & Macadamia Cookies, and Pavlova.
SAINT (Condesa): artisanal panadería specializing in sourdough bread with French techniques. For something sweet, order their Pain au Chocolat Almendrado, Basque Cheesecake, or Crème Brûlée Donut. Make sure to try any of their savory sandwiches on sourdough bread.
Ficelle (Condesa): Traditional French bakery using all-natural and organic ingredients. You’re going here for un postrecito, especially their incredibly-cute Lemon Tart (if you can’t decide on one flavor, just order an assortment of minis). Other highlights include the Millefeuille, St. Honoré Cake, and of course their Baguette.

FOR COFFEE, TRY:

Café Tormenta (Roma Norte): a cozy street cart in a busy corner for cafecito, vinyls, and pan dulce, great for those coffee and music aficionados. We heard the Rosita Latte is the way to go here. Fun fact: Dua Lipa stopped by earlier this year and got a cute Otamilk Capp.
El Minutito (Juárez): travel in time at this retro, vintage Cuban-style ventanita. Enjoy your cafecito de pie during the day, but head here de nochesita, and you’ll find yourself in a fun and intimate standing bar. For your daytime order get a Flat White or hot chocolatito. But, if you’re going for a drink make sure to get their Espresso Martini.
Sede Café: if you’re on the run trying to take in as much of CDMX as you can and need a quick caffeine boost. With multiple locations, this is where you’re getting your cafecito to go go go.

IF YOU’VE ALREADY BEEN TO LALO, GO HERE FOR BREAKFAST/BRUNCH:

Mendl (Condesa): Jewish deli serving New York-style specialties. Their menu offers the “greatest hits” when it comes to delicatessen. Think Whitefish Salad, Matzah Ball Soup, Latkes and Trout Caviar, Pastrami Sandwich, and Chopped Liver.
El Tigrillo (Roma Norte): Cozy spot for breakfast al estilo Norteño. Highlights include: Pancakes de Elote, Cajeta y Plátano, Quesabirrias, Burrito de Huevo Cremoso a la Mexicana and French Toast con Helado de Guayaba.
Ciena (Condesa): Cozy and casual spot para un poquito de todo. Go with a little group for chismesitos and order a bunch of dishes to share. Menu highlights include: Pan Francés CIENA (French Toast), Toast con Hongos, Mascarpone, Chilaquiles Verdes con Short Rib, Sandwich con Pierna Horneada, Aguacate, Gouda y Pesto, Tarta de Chocolate y Caramelo.

IF YOU’VE ALREADY BEEN TO CONTRAMAR, GO HERE FOR LUNCH:

Entremar (Polanco): From the team behind Contramar, Entremar is a little bit less busy. This old-fashioned (and yes white tablecloth) restaurant focuses on Mexican seafood and has been recommended by the Michelin Guide in 2024. Dishes include Pescado a la Talla, Tacos de Esmedregal al Pastor, Tostadas de Atún (yes, the same ones of Contramar). Don’t skip dessert. They are known for the Fig Tart and Meringue with Fresh Strawberries.
Bontánico (Condesa): A cute and relaxed ‘secret’ garden oasis in the middle of the city. This spot focuses on elevating comfort food dishes such as Caesar Salad, Mussels, Veal Milanese, Ribeye Burger, Roast Chicken, Tostada de Callo de Hacha, Crème Brûlée with Kalamata Olive, and Brie Cheesecake.
ULTRAMARINOS DEMAR (Roma Norte): a new addition to the CDMX dining scene by Chef Lucho Martinez, this open kitchen marisquería is quickly turning into a hotspot. Expect seafood and lots of vino. Go for their Lobster Roll, Crudo Mixto, Oysters, Pescado a la Sal, and Lucho’s Crab Burger. End your meal with their Flan.
Mi Compa Chava (Roma Norte): Very popular seafood spot ‘al estilo Sinaloa‘ (and yes, you’re going to wait in line). Must-order dishes include: Señora Torres (a seafood tower drenched in a yummy salsita), Tostada de Atún, Aguachile Negro de Camarón, Camaroncitos Zarandeados, Pulpito Zarandeado, Robalito Zarandeado. For un drink refrescante get their Agua de Horchata de Coco. Please look at their Instagram for a much-needed visual.

IF YOU’VE ALREADY BEEN TO PUJOL, GO HERE FOR DINNER:

EM (Roma Norte): an intimate restaurant also by Chef Lucho Martinez that fuses flavors, ingredients, and techniques from both Mexican and Japanese cuisines. EM focuses on produce and seasonality and you can expect avant-garde menus with 8-9 dishes or order à la carte.
Havre 77 (Juárez): cozy Parisian-inspired spot in the heart of CDMX. The menu is small and pays homage to traditional French cuisine. Go for the Havre 77 Hamburger, French Onion Soup, Steak Tartare, Escargots à la Bourguignonne and Pain Perdu.
Ninyas (Juárez): this Japanese ‘cantina‘ combines Mexican and Japanese dishes paired with sake and beer. Menu highlights include Gyozas Teriyaki, Esquites with White Miso, Rib Eye Tacos (Ninya Tacos), Pork Belly Tacos, Sakana Fry Tacos, Miso Caramel Flan, Matcha Taiyaki.
ARDA (Roma Norte): a new smoke and fire kitchen concept hidden in the gardens of Maison Celeste. Their family-style menu is great for sharing. Highlights include: Mussels, Stracciatella Croquetas, Smoked Short Rib, and Roasted Sweet Potato.

IF YOU’VE ALREADY BEEN TO LICORERÍA LIMANTOUR, GO HERE FOR DRINKS: 

Cafe de Nadie (Roma Norte): café by day, gastro bar by night, this spot was named one of North America’s 50 Best Bars in 2024. Decorated with vinyls, you can expect curated tunes and solid drinks. Try the Alégrate, the Bocanada, and the Negroni de Mezcal.
Minos Sound Room (Cuauhtémoc): a new hotspot in CDMX. This Hi-Fi sound room is hidden in the basement of Hotel Volga, think speakeasy vibes.
Plonk (Condesa): cute, intimate wine bar with a Mexican-Asian open kitchen concept. Obvio you’re going in here for their carefully curated wine selection (mainly Italian and French), but if you love cocktails, go for a Margarita and/or Negroni.
Hugo El Wine Bar (Roma Norte): this charming, intimate spot will take you to a Parisian bistro and impress you with its natural wine list. Expect small and simple dishes, great for sharing.

IF YOU’VE ALREADY BEEN TO TAQUERIA ORINOCO, GO HERE FOR TACOS:

Tacos El Vilsito (Juárez): great spot for tacos al pastor in Juarez.
El Huequito (Del Valle | Nápoles | Narvarte): great spot for “tacos al pastor gourmet” in Del Valle, Nápoles, and Narvarte.
El Turix (Polanco): great spot for tacos de cochinita pibil in Polanco.
Rincón Tarasco (Escandón): great spot for Michoacán style carnitas in Escadón.
Taqueria Selene (Polanco): great spot for tacos al pastor in Polanco.
Castacán (Roma Norte): great spot for lechón al horno in Roma Norte. P.S. This would be the most fresa taco spot of this list.

IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A TYPICAL CANTINA EXPERIENCE, GO HERE:

Cantina del Bosque (Chapultepec): expect white tablecloths, classic Mexican cantina dishes, Spanish dishes, mariachis, lots of drinks, and the longest sobremesa. Highlights include: Sopa de Fideo Seco, Quesadillas de Papa con Queso, Chamorro Mexicano, Tacos de Lengua, Pescado a la Sal, Milanesa Manchega, and the traditional cantina dessert the Ate con Queso (torched).
Bar Montejo (Condesa): This spot is located in an aristocratic mansion and has an old-timey cantina on the first floor serving traditional Yucatecan food. Menu highlights include: Frijol con Puerco, Panuchos de Cochinita, Taco de Pavo Escabeche, Flan Napolitano o de Queso.
El Gran León de Oro (Escandón): a great cantina to go with a group of friends for botanas and mariachis. In case you didn’t know, botanas are small, shared dishes para picar, think Spanish tapas, but make them Mexican.

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