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    Bar La Ópera

    3.9 (78 reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bars, Seafood
    Closed 1:00 pm - 6:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Touristy
    Intimate
    Classy
    Moderate noise

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    Kate C.

    We had a great meal at Bar La Opera. The chicken fajitas and the steak milense were the standout dishes. It's very cool to see the old opera house and sit in a booth while you're eating. The waiters were very kind and helpful.

    Hannah M.

    Decent, but pricey compared to other restaurants in the area. You get what you pay for though because it's absolutely stunning inside. I guess it's been around forever and Pancho Villa shot his pistol at the ceiling (lol) and the hole is still there. Compared to the food, the drinks are reasonably priced (around $110-$120 for cocktails). I had one of the daily specials which was the carne enchilada. Portion of meat was a bit skimpy but to be fair they were very generous with the tortillas and complimentary bread. Service was a little lacking. At one point a waiter banged into my chair and barely acknowledged it. Again, something I'd expect to adjust accordingly given that entrees are upwards of $300 pesos. It was a cool experience once but I wouldn't go back, just so many other places to explore and this one didn't stick out to me as being exceptional for the price.

    Outside sign
    Tracy S.

    I was part of a group of 20 and the service and food was excellent for our lunch. I had the best chicken molé I've ever had in my life. It was incredible. Their flan has a piece of chocolate with their name on it--such a classy touch! The flan was rich and decadent. I loved everything I ate!

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    Shawn H.

    Very European feel. If you teleported me here I'd probably guess I was in Vienna. The decor is old world and beautiful. I just popped by for a few drinks and to admire the inside. Definitely worth a visit. Service was quick and attentive but not overly friendly.

    Enchiladas verdes
    Lobo B.

    Food was very good. Service was good, although missed taking an order for one our party. The place is historic with a spot marked in the ceiling where Pancho Villa fired his pistol.

    Crepe 120 peso

    We came here for coffee and dessert after a nice meal in Cafe de Tacuba. The ambience is excellent, with gilded gold decorative ceiling. The price is very reasonable.

    Everything about La Opera shouts the 1920s.
    Perry S.

    La Opera is a staple in Historico Centro. It's been here for decades. Close to the Palacio de Bellas Artes, it is always busy --especially on Sunday when most museums are free to Mexican nationals. We waited 20 minutes for a table, but once seated we were served promptly. I suspect most locals go here out of tradition. The interior probably hasn't changed much in the decades since it opened. The interior looks and feels like something out of the Roaring 20s. The food is nothing to write home about, so I won't. But it did feel good to honor the tradition of one of the oldest restaurants in Mexico City.

    It is a very beautiful, yet cozy, place. The food is very good and the service is attentive. It can get quite busy and noisy (musicians), but that is Mexico City in general.

    Main dining room
    Denise P.

    Great service, food, ambience and lovely music. Such an enjoyable experience and we felt far away from the outside hustle and bustle as if we were transported back in time and place. Another must stop like Cafe Tacuba.

    Eduardo R.

    I love the atmosphere of this place. It's almost like stepping back in time. I sat at the bar and we ordered just an appetizer but it was delicious and held us over til we got some tacos later. I ordered a mezcal and beer and it was priced very good. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to visit a piece of Mexican history and have a great drink.

    Tequila Sunrise. Mezcal. Tortilla chips.
    Chen C.

    A nice restaurant down the corner. Busy on Sunday. Service is pretty slow but reasonable. Gave us tortilla chips which we didn't order, 5 pesos. I mean it's super cheap. But still. Anyway the beans are delicious!

    Claudia P.

    Delicious food, fantastic service, the best restaurant in our trip to Mexico City! It was a dream to go and sit in the best seat in the house, right under Pancho Villa's historical bullet hole! The service was so amazing and the food was honestly WOW! LOVED IT!

    dinning room
    Joe A.

    We love Mexico and really are falling in love with Mexico City. My wife found this place, as she always does, as a very unique and famous location in Central. We saddled up to the bar as usual, was greeted quickly, and had our first cocktails. The decor will take you back to the 1800's, the bar reminds me of any old western Brunswick bar you see in the western US. There was a mariachi band playing but not to distractive. The bathrooms were hidden and really kinda cool as well. All in all we had two house cocktails, a beer, a serving of bread/crackers and butter, and a plate of three huge chicken mole enchiladas with a side of beans... however considering this is a $$$ restaurant our bill with tip was $18... Another reason Mexico City kicks ass!!!

    The gilded interior.

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    Service and ambiance was great we enjoyed drinks at the bar and we were serenaded by a wonderful trio

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    Bland food with no taste. Served super fast and obviously heated. A terrible experience. We left the food basically untouched.

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    Prompt service. Great food! Convenient location and easy to get a table. No wait at all.

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    4.4(501 reviews)
    4.2 kmCondesa
    $$

    had the seafood fried rice, ayocote salad and purslane salad. the rice was fine but the salads were…read moreexcellent. fresh ingredients, simple, but creative. i was craving salad by the end of my time in cdmx, and these salads hit the spot! service was efficient and professional. lots of indoor and outdoor seating. the bathroom has a quaint pull flush. on my list of places to return to in cdmx!

    One of my favorite meals while in CDMX. We had reservation and asked to be seated in their patio…read morearea because it was such a nice day. The patio was covered with so many greenery and provided a lot of shades. We ordered a few items to share: - Toasted bread, chicken liver, and black truffle: a good appetizer to start off with. The chicken pate was good, a bit different from what I'm used to. - Pappardelle with pork ragu: this was super good. Love the pasta texture on this. Pork ragu sauce was also perfect. - Robalo ceviche, watermelon, Serrano pepper: a refreshing ceviche to balance out the meal. the watermelon added a bit of sweetness. - Pizza capocollo, radicchio, straquinella cheese: a good size pizza to share. I like thin crust. - Arugula, roasted tomatoes, Parmesan salad: fresh arugula that went perfectly with the roasted tomatoes. Every meal needs a good salad. - Ricotta stuffed zucchini blossoms: this was my favorite dish we tried. Such a unique combo of flavors. The ricotta cheese just melted when you bite into the zuchinni blossoms. It also had a light crispy texture. - Hummus and pita bread: another good choice for appetizer. The hummus was solid. The service was excellent. Everyone was attentive and our food didn't take long to come out. Would highly recommend to add this place to your list. This is also a great area to check out, plenty of things to do in La Condesa.

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