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The Contramar pescado a la talla was my favorite dish. It was flavorful and fresh. The aguachile verde was also a good choice. I liked the acidity from the lime and the flavor of the raw onions, which brightened up the dish. On the other hand, the Contramar ceviche was decent, and I wouldn't order it again. The restaurant is a popular tourist destination, and the pricing does not fully align with the overall quality of the food, so it feels pricey for what you get. Due to its popularity, it's best to arrive early or make a reservation, since the restaurant tends to get busy.
Contramar is a seafood restaurant located in the Roma Norte neighborhood of Mexico City. It opened in 1998 and has a lively atmosphere although it was a little dim. Reservations are highly recommended but I was not able to secure one ahead of time. We came right at opening and were fortunately able to get seated for our large group. AGUACHILE VERDE DE CAMARON ($365 MXN) - this was decent and slightly spicy although I preferred the other dishes more. 3.5/5 CEVICHE CONTRAMAR ($365) - the fish was slightly tough but was fresh and refreshing. 4/5 SASHIMI DE ATUN ($435) - this was delicious and not fishy at all. I really liked the jalapeño and cilantro that balanced the fish. 5/5 TOSTADAS DE ATUN ($420) - we had both the shrimp and tuna tostadas but we all preferred the tuna. This was another favorite of ours. 5/5 PESCADO A LA TALLA CONTRAMAR ($810) - this is the iconic red and green fish dish that so many people get. This took about 45 minutes to arrive but was worth it. The fish was soft and melted in my mouth. I liked the red sauce (adobo) more than the green (parsley) but both were good. Beware there are still might be some bones but they were mostly gone. 5/5 For drinks I had the mezcalita ($220) which were really good and not too smoky. I also tried the paloma ($215) which was good as well. It was a great meal and my favorite during our time in Mexico City. Because it's very popular with tourists it might seem too touristy or mainstream but it looked to be pretty popular with locals as well.
We were not sure we'd be able to get in without a reservation but we thankfully did. What an absolutely fantastic dining experience...the best on our trip. The service was hands down one of the best we've ever had. I think we counted 3 or 4 servers tending to our table several times and at least 1 person always monitoring our table. We only had to wait 20 minutes for a table. This place is busy with people from everywhere. The ambience is fine dining feel but casual attire is acceptable. Very easy to engage with everyone at table as noise level is surprisingly not too loud given the amount of patrons. We had a variety of dishes and all of them were delicious...but the fish tacos stole the show. The best fish tacos we've ever had...period. The shrimp tacos and fish plate were very good. The aqua chile and ceviche and salsas were delicious. The cheesecake desert was fantastic! We would have gone back if we had more time.
Contramar is packed, vibrant, and loaded with yummy dishes on the menu. Service was good and the food didn't take long to come out. We got the tuna tostados to share, which were delicious. Very refreshing and the tuna tasted nice and fresh. I myself got the pasta con almejas, which was tasty and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I had a few bites of their hit dish: pescado à la talla contramar. The fish was beautifully cooked and wonderfully spiced and seasoned. I can tell why the whole fish is what they're known for. Overall, one of the best spots I've tried in Mexico City.
Booked ahead for lunch a few weeks in advance and yes it holds up. Aguachile was actually my fave dish, followed by the sopes sencillos and fig tart. Tuna tostada and carajillo are also worth getting. Dessert tray goes crazy - I almost got the lemon tart too but was too full. Also loved the complimentary pickled onions!!
We had reservations for our party of 6 at 7pm on a Thursday and thankfully so, because this place was busy. The restaurant is rather lively and energetic, but the dim lighting, white linens, and large windows give it a slightly more elevated experience. Most of the dishes were pretty easy to share for parties of 4+. I would actually recommend coming here with more people to be able to try more. For our party, we ordered: AGUACHILE VERDE DE CAMARON: This was a solid and refreshing bite. It was a hit or miss for my table, but I personally really enjoyed it. The citrus marinade balanced the sweetness of the shrimp. Went down very easily with the tortilla chips that came with it. TOSTADAS (CAMARON, CALLO, ATUN): We ordered all the options of tostadas they had that day and the shrimp was definitely my favorite. Tuna is a close second, but I could've done without the scallop. The scallops were a bit tough, while the other two tostada were silky, bright and very fresh. The tuna was marinaded in a soy sauce blend, while the shrimp was more mayo based -- both very different, but the contrast was quite pleasant and well-executed. PESCADO A LA TALLA: An absolute must at this establishment. This was a whole deboned snapper (beautifully butterflied, might I add) with a red adobo rub on one side and green parsley rub on the other -- incredibly tender and flavorful. My personal favorite was the green parsley rub, because of its fresh and herby flavors. We were provided soft tortillas (blue corn and white), mole, salsa, lime and onions to make tacos with the fish or you could just eat it as is. If there's anything you need to order, it's this. PULPO A LA GALLEGA: A bit disappointing because I found the octopus a bit fishy. Also found it a bit bland considering that it was poached. Maybe I just prefer en la brasa more, but at least the texture of the pulpo was pleasant. TARTA DE HIGOS: Do not sleep on the desserts here! Our friend raved about the fig tart and we fought hard to get the last one of the night, which just shows how popular this item is. The fig tart was fresh, adequately sweet and paired so well with the buttery crust. The strawberry meringue is allegedly very good too, but we held off since we were stuffed from this meal. Great experience -- friendly staff, good cocktails, fresh seafood!
Phenomenal experience at Contramar. Everything was to our liking. Took a chance on walking in without an appointment and we're lucky enough to get seated in 2 minutes. Had to try all the suggested samples. All seafood options were delectable. The adobe white fish was one of the best things we had all week. Simple put, if you come here you have to get the fish two ways. Delicate, flakey, and flavorful. Incredible service. I felt like there was always someone in the atmosphere prepared for everything anyone needed. Snagged outdoor seating but the inside was all hustle and bustle. Servers in dinners doing a dance. Lovely experience.
This place is worth all the hype! I didn't know what to expect. We went for an early lunch and decided to try a few dishes. It's a beautiful restaurant. First, the sopes are very good. Teeny tiny but tastes delicious. They were very simple with black beans, sour cream, queso fresco, and lettuce. I recommend adding the green and red salsa! Second, the fish pastor taco is probably the best pastor taco I have had ever had. You forget it's fish and I was so shocked how good it was. Third, the tuna tostada was AMAZING. The tuna is so fresh. Avocado and some fried onions. I added some lime and salsa. It's so delicious. Fourth, the Contramar fish was perfectly cooked with a green and red salsa. The red salsa was my favorite. It was served with refried beans and corn tortillas. I made some tacos with the fish and the side of beans. Delicious! Fifth, for desert we had the fig tart, which was very light and was not too sweet. Perfect with tea. The staff were so friendly and attentive. Shout out to Daniela, she was so sweet. Contramar, give her a raise, she's the best. I will be back!
This place is YU-MMY! I went with a group of seafood lovers and we were all very happy. Portions are perfect for sharing, lovely plating, and some flavors we've never tried before that surprised us! The service was the right amount of attentive- and even though we had a girl with us who had a fish allergy, she never got sick or flared up in any way and the wait staff was very knowledgeable about the menu and what she could/couldn't have. That's truly kind, because a lot of places would have laughed at her for coming into a seafood restaurant at all.
The food was great, we got the famous girlled fish and tuna tostadas. The grilled fish has 2 different rubs (half adobo and half green sauce), which were flaky, and tasted great. My favorite was the tostadas, which had the perfect amount of meat and sauce and were fantastic with a squeeze of lemon. The service was surprisingly fast on a Sunday evening. The setting was great as well; it was definitely a high-end spot. As a warning, this is a pricy spot, and not necessarily worth the price. I am sure that with a little more research, other spots in CMX have better fish and are more affordable. As an example, they charged 8 USD for a bottle of water and the total bill came out to ~$95, which I was surprised by, and I would not be going again. But if you are looking for an Instagram spot, this is the one for you.
Contramar by Chef Gabriela Camara focuses on fresh seafood, and I was a big fan after my first visit here years ago. Since then, however, the restaurant has become more touristy, and the dining experience wasn't as impressive as before. The iconic dishes were all still on the menu--the Tuna Tostada was made of thin slices of raw tuna in a soy marinade, paired with chipotle mayo, crispy leeks, and avocado, and was both delicate yet flavorful. The Ceviche Contramar was a subtle combination of chopped raw white fish in leche de tigre; but I was a bigger fan of the Aguachile Verde, made of raw shrimps in an acidic green salsa. The highlight dish was, of course, the Pescado à la Talla, a whole deboned and butterflied snapper flavored with red adobo rub on one side and a green parsley rub on the other. The flavorful fish was perfect for making tacos in their fresh, chewy corn tortillas, paired along with mashed black beans, avocado salsa, pickled onions, and lime. And after we finished our meal, the waiter brought out an entire tray of enticing desserts--how could we refuse? We got the Fig Tart, made with sliced figs on a sour cream cheese base and an almond crust! Everything we had was delicious, though the service was less attentive than on my prior visits (as the restaurant has gotten extremely busy), and the prices were high for the portion sizes.
Apparently it's hard to get reservations here, i probably got seated immediately because i was solo. It was packed inside and out, i saw this place in most of instagram recommendations The tuna Tostadas tasted perfect. Not sure if it's the sauce or some sort of salt but automatically regretted getting only 2. Why not just make a whole meal of these? And they came 2 mins after ordering them The fish tacos were just good but anything would've been a let down after those tostadas. This might've been my favorite restaurant in Mexico City overall. I was too full to order more than these two options but they were great overall More friendly wait staff who sent me someone who spoke English to help me as well. I'm mad i didn't come back here before leaving
The food hit the spot. Started off with some delicious agauchile and tostadas de atún. The tuna tostadas were good but the aguachile had more flavor. The sever said the tuna tostadas were more popular. The octopus with potatoes were also very flavorful and delicious. The pescado a la talla was also really good. Service couldn't be any better.
1 month ago
Best meal in Mexico City!!! Started with pina coladas. Our favorite dish collectively was the tuna tostados followed by the scallop ceviche. The only thing that just just OK was the daily fish. Absolutely would recommend this place as a MUST TRY. Javier our waiter was AMAZING. read more
This is a packed, bustling place for dinner, even with its large dining room and sidewalk seating. Make reservations! Then, allow the friendly staff to bring as many items from the menu as you can handle. Come with a group so you can share. An absolute must is the whole fish done à la Contramar, one side of the split fish coated in a punchy parsley sauce and the other in a red adobo rub. Served with flour tortillas (which are refillable) and black bean dip, you'll be instructed how to compose perfect bites. Then, choose your own adventure! We also had both the 4 piece each shrimp tostadas and tuna tostadas. Radically different so getting both doesn't duplicate. The pasta (spaghettini) with clams was buttery and garlicky and the pasta was surprisingly not overcooked. Biggest surprise was the grilled soft shell crabs (with corn tortillas). They came pre cut then reassembled so it was easy to pick them up and pop them in your mouth. The grill flavor was fantastic and we were all impressed. We finished with a slice of coconut cake which was like a caramel coated macaroon. Perfect! Large wine list by the glass and bottle, many cocktails, sangria and beer to choose from. Definitely a place to visit when in Mexico City. Sorry for the lack of photos-- we forgot because we dove into each dish (we were hungry and they looked so good)! Got one good one though... read more
2 months ago
The Contramar pescado a la talla was my favorite dish. It was flavorful and fresh. The aguachile verde was also a good choice. I liked the acidity from the lime and the flavor of the raw onions, which brightened up the dish. On the other hand, the Contramar ceviche was decent, and I wouldn't order it again. The restaurant is a popular tourist destination, and the pricing does not fully align with the overall quality of the food, so it feels pricey for what you get. Due to its popularity, it's best to arrive early or make a reservation, since the restaurant tends to get busy. read more
Contramar is a seafood restaurant located in the Roma Norte neighborhood of Mexico City. It opened in 1998 and has a lively atmosphere although it was a little dim. Reservations are highly recommended but I was not able to secure one ahead of time. We came right at opening and were fortunately able to get seated for our large group. AGUACHILE VERDE DE CAMARON ($365 MXN) - this was decent and slightly spicy although I preferred the other dishes more. 3.5/5 CEVICHE CONTRAMAR ($365) - the fish was slightly tough but was fresh and refreshing. 4/5 SASHIMI DE ATUN ($435) - this was delicious and not fishy at all. I really liked the jalapeño and cilantro that balanced the fish. 5/5 TOSTADAS DE ATUN ($420) - we had both the shrimp and tuna tostadas but we all preferred the tuna. This was another favorite of ours. 5/5 PESCADO A LA TALLA CONTRAMAR ($810) - this is the iconic red and green fish dish that so many people get. This took about 45 minutes to arrive but was worth it. The fish was soft and melted in my mouth. I liked the red sauce (adobo) more than the green (parsley) but both were good. Beware there are still might be some bones but they were mostly gone. 5/5 For drinks I had the mezcalita ($220) which were really good and not too smoky. I also tried the paloma ($215) which was good as well. It was a great meal and my favorite during our time in Mexico City. Because it's very popular with tourists it might seem too touristy or mainstream but it looked to be pretty popular with locals as well. read more
We were not sure we'd be able to get in without a reservation but we thankfully did. What an absolutely fantastic dining experience...the best on our trip. The service was hands down one of the best we've ever had. I think we counted 3 or 4 servers tending to our table several times and at least 1 person always monitoring our table. We only had to wait 20 minutes for a table. This place is busy with people from everywhere. The ambience is fine dining feel but casual attire is acceptable. Very easy to engage with everyone at table as noise level is surprisingly not too loud given the amount of patrons. We had a variety of dishes and all of them were delicious...but the fish tacos stole the show. The best fish tacos we've ever had...period. The shrimp tacos and fish plate were very good. The aqua chile and ceviche and salsas were delicious. The cheesecake desert was fantastic! We would have gone back if we had more time. read more
Contramar is packed, vibrant, and loaded with yummy dishes on the menu. Service was good and the food didn't take long to come out. We got the tuna tostados to share, which were delicious. Very refreshing and the tuna tasted nice and fresh. I myself got the pasta con almejas, which was tasty and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I had a few bites of their hit dish: pescado à la talla contramar. The fish was beautifully cooked and wonderfully spiced and seasoned. I can tell why the whole fish is what they're known for. Overall, one of the best spots I've tried in Mexico City. read more
Booked ahead for lunch a few weeks in advance and yes it holds up. Aguachile was actually my fave dish, followed by the sopes sencillos and fig tart. Tuna tostada and carajillo are also worth getting. Dessert tray goes crazy - I almost got the lemon tart too but was too full. Also loved the complimentary pickled onions!! read more
We had reservations for our party of 6 at 7pm on a Thursday and thankfully so, because this place was busy. The restaurant is rather lively and energetic, but the dim lighting, white linens, and large windows give it a slightly more elevated experience. Most of the dishes were pretty easy to share for parties of 4+. I would actually recommend coming here with more people to be able to try more. For our party, we ordered: AGUACHILE VERDE DE CAMARON: This was a solid and refreshing bite. It was a hit or miss for my table, but I personally really enjoyed it. The citrus marinade balanced the sweetness of the shrimp. Went down very easily with the tortilla chips that came with it. TOSTADAS (CAMARON, CALLO, ATUN): We ordered all the options of tostadas they had that day and the shrimp was definitely my favorite. Tuna is a close second, but I could've done without the scallop. The scallops were a bit tough, while the other two tostada were silky, bright and very fresh. The tuna was marinaded in a soy sauce blend, while the shrimp was more mayo based -- both very different, but the contrast was quite pleasant and well-executed. PESCADO A LA TALLA: An absolute must at this establishment. This was a whole deboned snapper (beautifully butterflied, might I add) with a red adobo rub on one side and green parsley rub on the other -- incredibly tender and flavorful. My personal favorite was the green parsley rub, because of its fresh and herby flavors. We were provided soft tortillas (blue corn and white), mole, salsa, lime and onions to make tacos with the fish or you could just eat it as is. If there's anything you need to order, it's this. PULPO A LA GALLEGA: A bit disappointing because I found the octopus a bit fishy. Also found it a bit bland considering that it was poached. Maybe I just prefer en la brasa more, but at least the texture of the pulpo was pleasant. TARTA DE HIGOS: Do not sleep on the desserts here! Our friend raved about the fig tart and we fought hard to get the last one of the night, which just shows how popular this item is. The fig tart was fresh, adequately sweet and paired so well with the buttery crust. The strawberry meringue is allegedly very good too, but we held off since we were stuffed from this meal. Great experience -- friendly staff, good cocktails, fresh seafood! read more
3 months ago
Phenomenal experience at Contramar. Everything was to our liking. Took a chance on walking in without an appointment and we're lucky enough to get seated in 2 minutes. Had to try all the suggested samples. All seafood options were delectable. The adobe white fish was one of the best things we had all week. Simple put, if you come here you have to get the fish two ways. Delicate, flakey, and flavorful. Incredible service. I felt like there was always someone in the atmosphere prepared for everything anyone needed. Snagged outdoor seating but the inside was all hustle and bustle. Servers in dinners doing a dance. Lovely experience. read more
This place is worth all the hype! I didn't know what to expect. We went for an early lunch and decided to try a few dishes. It's a beautiful restaurant. First, the sopes are very good. Teeny tiny but tastes delicious. They were very simple with black beans, sour cream, queso fresco, and lettuce. I recommend adding the green and red salsa! Second, the fish pastor taco is probably the best pastor taco I have had ever had. You forget it's fish and I was so shocked how good it was. Third, the tuna tostada was AMAZING. The tuna is so fresh. Avocado and some fried onions. I added some lime and salsa. It's so delicious. Fourth, the Contramar fish was perfectly cooked with a green and red salsa. The red salsa was my favorite. It was served with refried beans and corn tortillas. I made some tacos with the fish and the side of beans. Delicious! Fifth, for desert we had the fig tart, which was very light and was not too sweet. Perfect with tea. The staff were so friendly and attentive. Shout out to Daniela, she was so sweet. Contramar, give her a raise, she's the best. I will be back! read more
This place is YU-MMY! I went with a group of seafood lovers and we were all very happy. Portions are perfect for sharing, lovely plating, and some flavors we've never tried before that surprised us! The service was the right amount of attentive- and even though we had a girl with us who had a fish allergy, she never got sick or flared up in any way and the wait staff was very knowledgeable about the menu and what she could/couldn't have. That's truly kind, because a lot of places would have laughed at her for coming into a seafood restaurant at all. read more
2 months ago
The food was great, we got the famous girlled fish and tuna tostadas. The grilled fish has 2 different rubs (half adobo and half green sauce), which were flaky, and tasted great. My favorite was the tostadas, which had the perfect amount of meat and sauce and were fantastic with a squeeze of lemon. The service was surprisingly fast on a Sunday evening. The setting was great as well; it was definitely a high-end spot. As a warning, this is a pricy spot, and not necessarily worth the price. I am sure that with a little more research, other spots in CMX have better fish and are more affordable. As an example, they charged 8 USD for a bottle of water and the total bill came out to ~$95, which I was surprised by, and I would not be going again. But if you are looking for an Instagram spot, this is the one for you. read more
Contramar by Chef Gabriela Camara focuses on fresh seafood, and I was a big fan after my first visit here years ago. Since then, however, the restaurant has become more touristy, and the dining experience wasn't as impressive as before. The iconic dishes were all still on the menu--the Tuna Tostada was made of thin slices of raw tuna in a soy marinade, paired with chipotle mayo, crispy leeks, and avocado, and was both delicate yet flavorful. The Ceviche Contramar was a subtle combination of chopped raw white fish in leche de tigre; but I was a bigger fan of the Aguachile Verde, made of raw shrimps in an acidic green salsa. The highlight dish was, of course, the Pescado à la Talla, a whole deboned and butterflied snapper flavored with red adobo rub on one side and a green parsley rub on the other. The flavorful fish was perfect for making tacos in their fresh, chewy corn tortillas, paired along with mashed black beans, avocado salsa, pickled onions, and lime. And after we finished our meal, the waiter brought out an entire tray of enticing desserts--how could we refuse? We got the Fig Tart, made with sliced figs on a sour cream cheese base and an almond crust! Everything we had was delicious, though the service was less attentive than on my prior visits (as the restaurant has gotten extremely busy), and the prices were high for the portion sizes. read more
Apparently it's hard to get reservations here, i probably got seated immediately because i was solo. It was packed inside and out, i saw this place in most of instagram recommendations The tuna Tostadas tasted perfect. Not sure if it's the sauce or some sort of salt but automatically regretted getting only 2. Why not just make a whole meal of these? And they came 2 mins after ordering them The fish tacos were just good but anything would've been a let down after those tostadas. This might've been my favorite restaurant in Mexico City overall. I was too full to order more than these two options but they were great overall More friendly wait staff who sent me someone who spoke English to help me as well. I'm mad i didn't come back here before leaving read more
21 days ago
The food hit the spot. Started off with some delicious agauchile and tostadas de atún. The tuna tostadas were good but the aguachile had more flavor. The sever said the tuna tostadas were more popular. The octopus with potatoes were also very flavorful and delicious. The pescado a la talla was also really good. Service couldn't be any better. read more
Absolutely worth the hype! Friendly service, cute quaint interior, amazing food and drinks. We walked up on a Thursday at noon for our first stop in the city and were able to get seated at the bar right away. The chips and salsa were delicious, especially with my mezcalita cocktail. We got the octopus to start - it had a nice spice on top and had some potatoes in the dish. The tuna tostadas are one of their most famous dishes, and it certainly was fresh and flavorful. We loved the battered fish tacos the best though - this really hit the spot for that Mexican seafood craving. What a fun lunch! read more
9 months ago
AMAZING! One of our favorite meals on our trip We tried the ceviche, fish tacos, tuna tostada and fig cake. All were incredible and would order again. Service was excellent too, always changing plates and refilling drinks, great recommendations. I also tried a guava margarita, absolutely delicious! We were lucky to walk in and get seated at bar instantly and the decor inside is very nice and beach like read more
8 months ago
A strong contender for my favorite meal in the city, which is saying something because CDMX is a great food city! I'd definitely look into making a reservation, it gets busy! Tuna Tostada and Pescado a la Talla... fresh, flavorful, fantastic. The Tostada was bright and citrusy. The Pescado was so unique, perfectly cooked, very well-seasoned. I thought the dessert was skippable... eat more fish instead. read more
Fantastic Seafood Feast in Roma Norte! What a fun and flavorful spot! This lively restaurant in Roma Norte buzzes with energy from the moment you walk in. We kicked things off with a margarita on the rocks -- perfectly balanced with bright lemon-lime flavor and just the right kick. The octopus tacos were a total standout -- tender, smoky, and grilled to perfection. The salsa on top brought the whole dish to life. Next came the breaded fish -- crisp, golden, and unbelievably fresh. You could taste the ocean in every bite. And dessert? Don't even think about skipping it. The strawberry meringue cake was airy, sweet, and simply dreamy. We're already planning to come back for that alone! The service was amazing. We had three waiters taking care of us. Very friendly and at the same time professional. Buen provecho, amigos -- this place is a fiesta for your taste buds! read more
2 days ago
I came back to Contramar on my recent trip to Mexico City with my friends who were first-timers! Contramar is such a big name in the CDMX culinary scene so I had to take them here. We walked-in without a reservation about 30 min before their closing time online and were seated promptly. To share we ordered a bottle of local white wine, tuna tostadas, grilled octopus appetizer, and of course the stunning grilled red snapper with adobo and parsley rubs. My favorite had to the fish which was cooked perfectly so that the meat came off the bone so easily and the smoky adobo and fresh parsley rubs were so flavorful and great wrapped in tortillas with black bean sauce as a base. The tuna tostada this time around really wowed me with the flavor. The fried tostada was nicely fried and topped with the tuna, crispy leeks and avocado, the flavor was great and the bites of tuna tostada packed so much flavor. The octopus and potato appetizer was yummy as well and satisfied our craving for pulpo without having to order the entree. The only complaint I have is that we felt very rushed by our server through the meal. He kept taking away plates even before we had completely finished them and tried to take away the fish even when there was half left. This made us fairly uncomfortable and he was pushy with the dessert as well (we had to say we were full multiple times before he took away the dessert options). I understand they were closing up but there were several tables around us still eating and drinking and we felt like we were singled out a bit. It's always a shame when service distracts from the food itself. read more
Oh Contramar ! We were so worried about trying to snag a reservation, at any time, day or night with no luck. On the day we arrived, 12/28, with a huge crowd outside, we said "let's just put our name on the list & see what happens" The 45 minute wait turned out to be less than 10 minutes and we had a lovely table for 2 right at the window/door. Would I tell someone who was not able to dine here that they missed something amazing ? No, not at all. CDMX is packed with amazing dining options. We did adore the Tuna Tostados and wound up craving them and stopping into Entremar later in the week to have them again. A truly memorable bite. We also enjoyed the 1/2 adobo 1/2 parsley whole fish, eh, was it the best whole fish i have ever had ? No, far from it, but I did like the idea of the freshly made, soft, warm tortilla's to wrap the pieces of fish in. Never experienced that before, and it is a nice touch, like making your own tacos. Loved all the accouchements of limes, refried beans & that green sauce that is everywhere, too. The setting itself, wow, so plain & simple, LOUD !! A bit chaotic. Nothing like I expected. I don't think I would return other than for the tuna which remains one of the best things we ate twice, in CDMX. read more
1 month ago
Amazing place! The oysters were super fresh! Tuna tartare has incredible flavor, the sauce was to die for read more
9 months ago
Amazing dinner experience. Be sure to get a reservation at least a week in advance, otherwise walk in is difficult. Tostados were amazing and so were to soft sell crab tacos. The dessert spread was decadent and there were so many choices. Would recommend the strawberry cake, fig tart and chocolate cake for dessert! Will be back if I'm ever in CDMX again! read more
4 months ago
Definitely a tourist trap! It was so hard to get reservations, food was not great, cost was not worth it. But Servers are extremely friendly. We came for lunch and ordered 4 dishes and a dessert. All of the dishes fell flat and/or bland on flavor, even the infamous fig tart was a huge disappointment. And, this lunch cost more than our Michelin star dinners in CDMX. It's absolutely ridiculous!!! Do not go, do not trust these reviews. Go anywhere else, definitely not worth your time or money. read more
We came here after visiting another spot the day before. That we loved and wanted to keep trying different seafood places around the city. We made a reservation and showed up to find the place packed. We were seated, but it was pretty tight. We asked for water, which wasn't free--that's when we started realizing how expensive things were. We couldn't find shrimp ceviche on the menu, so the waiter recommended another dish, which we ordered. It was $20 and... eh, it was just okay. We weren't really feeling the ambiance, the crowd, or the prices. Since we didn't enjoy the appetizer, we decided to close out and head somewhere else. Overall, I can't really speak to the entrees since we didn't stay for a full meal. But if you do plan to come, definitely make a reservation, and just be prepared--it's going to be crowded and pricey. read more
1 month ago
Make reservations! Long wait but you can sit at the bar! Best seafood we had in Mexico City! read more
Phenomenal from start to finish. We were told so many times that we needed to make a reservation and that this place fills up but we walked up with no reservation and were seated instantaneously. We were seated outside right next to the host stand but really didn't mind. The inside looked like one big room with a bunch of tables next to each other. Feels very scene-y. The food and service were both fantastic. I think the best thing was the tuna tostada, but to be honest, everything was incredible. This feels like a place you've gotta visit when in CDMX read more
If you love seafood I highly recommend Contramar. This is a popular restaurant amongst tourists and locals and for good reason. The quality of seafood is incredible and there's plenty of options for everyone. I recommend making a reservation as it can be busy but during the day I came, there were plenty of walk-ins as well. To start, I got the lime mezcal margarita. Mexico is known for mezcal so I had to get one. The drink was perfect. Nicely balanced with tartness from the lime and the smoky flavor from the mezcal. For food I ordered a few things. I got the tuna tostadas which were very good. Pair it with some habanero and lime and you are set. I ordered the special of the day which was snail Aguachile. Absolutely delicious and perfect for those who like snails. Ordered two tacos: octopus and shrimp as well as the king fish al pastor. Both were amazing. Finished off my meal with the mango meringue. Everything here is delicious, you can't go wrong with anything. The customer service was top notch as well. Probably some of the best I've had in Mexico City thus far (apart from Michelin starred restaurants). The inside is dimely lit for a romantic atmosphere and there are tables outside as well. read more
I'm not sure what I can say about this restaurant that hasn't already been said by more famous people than me. I'm looking at you, Eva Longoria. Chef Gabriela Cámara has created a fun, buzzy atmosphere that offers amazing food and attentive service. Unfortunately, I have recently developed an allergy to shrimp and possibly all shellfish, so this made ordering somewhat scary for me in a restaurant that specializes in seafood. The Mr. and I relied on our server to help us navigate the menu safely. We ordered the tuna tostados, a watercress and napales salad, the Ceviche Contramar, and the famous red and green fish. Everything was delicious. We didn't really have room for dessert, but once we saw the dessert tray, we couldn't resist ordering the fig tart and the apple tart with vanilla ice cream. Both were really good, but that apple tart was the best I have ever had. This was an incredible meal and experience from start to finish! Reservations are a must -- this place is popular for a reason! read more
6 months ago
Incredible seafood dining experience, simply a must for any CDMX trip! Staff are all very friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about their extensive menu and daily specials. Our favorites included the white clam ceviche and the grilled fish! read more
SO GOOD! BEST SEAFOOD! While checking on Yelp for a place to have dinner near our hotel I came upon Contramar. Tried making a reservation online with no luck, so I contacted the restaurant and they stated their soonest available was in ONE MONTH. Bummed out we still decided to stop by and check with them for walk-ins. Fortunately, they had a cancellation and we were able to score a table outside with no wait, but moral of the story, BOOK IN ADVANCE! This place gets packed!! I have to admit, they're 100% worth the hype. We ordered: * Pulpo a las brasas: Grilled octopus with sweet potato & chile meco adobo * Camarones al gusto: Sauteed shrimp with garlic * Pescado a la talla: Whole grilled fish with Contramar rubs (half with red adobo rub & half with parley rub) The food is incredible and the service is top notch. I definitely recommend this place in Mexico City! ESPAÑOL ¡SUPER BUENO! ¡La mejor comida Del Mar! Mientras revisaba en Yelp un lugar para cenar cerca de nuestro hotel, me encontré con Contramar. Intenté hacer una reserva en línea sin suerte, así que me puse en contacto con el restaurante y me dijeron que su disponibilidad más temprana era en UN MES. Desanimados, aún así decidimos pasar y consultar con ellos si había visitas sin cita previa. Afortunadamente, tuvieron una cancelación y pudimos conseguir una mesa afuera sin esperar, pero la moraleja de la historia, ¡RESERVA CON ANTICIPACIÓN! ¡¡Este lugar se llena!! Tengo que admitir que valen la pena al 100%. Pedimos: * Pulpo a las brasas: Pulpo a la parrilla con sweet potato y chile meco adobo * Camarones al gusto: Camarones salteados con ajo * Pescado a la talla: Pescado entero a la parrilla con rubs de Contramar (mitad con adobo rojo y mitad con rub de parsley) La comida es increíble y el servicio es de primera categoría. ¡Definitivamente recomiendo este lugar en la Ciudad de México! read more
This place is popping - even as a solo traveler during lunch, I had to wait 60+ mins when I thought I could sneak into the bar! The staff is very attentive, and kind, but also didn't understand that I couldn't order much more than I did as I didn't have anyone to share with! I'm glad I went with a few dishes instead of getting their famous green/red fish, so I could try the Augachile and tostada. I really liked the green Augachile and realized that's my fav flavor - and kept getting it all the week. I was disappointed with the tostada as I didn't love the seasoning on the scallops. The interior is super cute with a nice nautical theme. Though I enjoyed my lunch here, there were other great places I went to with no waits that were just as good. I wouldn't say Contramar was worth the hype but still a lovely meal. read more
26 days ago
I'm not kidding when I say this is one of, if not the best, restaurant I've ever been to. We travel a lot and have eaten in many great restaurants, but this one was out of this world. Every single plate was delicious, we tried each others main meals as well as shared appetizers and all were exceptional. Drinks were also top notch, the guava margarita may have been my favorite drink on the whole trip. We had the aguachile verde con camaron which was incredible, the ceviche contramar, Quesadillas de queso, Tostadas de atún (delicious), and the Camarones al gusto. The camarones al gusto might be one of the best things I've ever eaten. It had so much sauce I was able to have it with the rice and just wow. For dessert we had the Meringue with fresh strawberries and it was so good and light it was perfect to end the meal. This restaurant is a non-negotiable when visiting Mexico City. I wish they'd bring it to Miami that's how delicious it is. Word of advice: make your reservation the day they release it's very difficult to get! read more
7 months ago
Food, service, ambience and cocktails 10/10 you have to get the tuna tostadas and grilled fish! read more
Get the tuna tostadas and the fig tart and call it a day. We were blown away by the tuna tostadas! Thinly sliced instead of cubed, this was very high quality tuna. No stringiness at all! Paired with the crispy tortilla, creamy chipotle mayo and fried leeks, I could eat these all day. We could have done without the uni and kampachi ceviche (fishy and meh). Also ordered the pescado a la talla that everyone seems to order. It comes with two sauces: red adobo and parsley. Beautiful presentation, not fishy and quite meaty. We learned it was grouper. First few bites were tasty but we quickly grew bored of it. Came with sides of beans and tortillas. This is definitely a touristy restaurant. Every table I overheard was speaking English. Rezzies are very difficult to snag on OpenTable so set your notifications! read more
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Calle de Durango 200
Col. Roma Nte.
06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX
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Roma Norte
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