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    Puntarena

    4.0 (39 reviews)
    PriceySeafood, Mexican
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Spicy Tuna Tostada
    Alec F.

    What first brought our attention to this little courtyard was the restaurant Azul, however after being told the wait would be 1.5 hrs we sidled over to Puntarena and decided to give it a try after a quick menu peruse. The dining room really opens up as you move back to an uncovered courtyard with a green, leafy living wall. The server was very gracious and helped us out by understanding English. Even though we our group initially came to Mexico with the conviction that we probably wouldn't want to eat any seafood, we decided that at a restaurant of this caliber we could give it a try. I ordered a seared ahi tuna with soy butter sauce which was grilled perfectly with a salty and savory butter that complimented the tuna perfectly. The mashed potatoes were creamy and a nice compliment to the fish. Another group member ordered the spicy tuna tostadas and had nothing but good things to say about them. We had to ask a few times for some more bread as well as the check at the end, but otherwise our server was very helpful and the food made its way out quickly. I would definitely recommend Puntarena if you are in the area!

    The sangria just need to mix it a little and not to strong if you aren't a heavy drinker
    Tanika A.

    First of all this gem was within walking distance of the Airbnb I was staying at so if was a score for me. The ambience was very eye catching you can not miss the huge "living wall" that has a pathway and a bike to that wall, very open setting so it's a night where it may be a little chilly bring a coat since it is a open roof. Which is a nice contrast when you are in the streets of Mexico city and able to walk into a place that makes you feel far away. The fish that my boyfriend and I ordered was spectacular and it doesn't come in your traditional plate but a serving sauce pan, which we thought was a nice touch, unfortunately the sides are purchase separately which can add up but other than that the food was up to par. Definitely worth a try if you are in Mexico City

    Rachel H.

    We were trying to get a table at Azul but failed. Too many people waited. A waiter recommended us Puntarena. I don't know why there weren't many people in it, but it does have fascinating environment and nice service. The sea food is fresh and delicious. We also ordered several dishes other than sea food, such as the snow crab rolls, fried Japanese rice and short ribs (love it!). All tastes really good! In addition, we tried the drinks there. I didn't drink very often so I can't tell whether the drinks were good or not. I just can say I quite enjoyed the cocktail there.

    Spicy tuna tostada
    Mati K.

    Puntarena is a good fish restaurant in Centro Historico. It was easy to get a table for six as this restaurant is not as busy as its more famous neighbour Azul. The interior of Puntarena is beautiful; a wonderfully tall courtyard has a moveable roof to protect from the elements in case of rain, and the far wall is a field of various vertically planted grasses. I ordered the Seabass frontera ceviche which was too citrusy for my liking. I much preferred the spicy tuna tostada. The seared tuna is also a good choice, and the butter mahi mahi was also great. The reason I gave this place 4 stars and not 5, is that even with the great ambiance, the service could have been a bit better and the value for money is not as good as many other restaurants in CDMX.

    Spider roll
    George P.

    We visit México City once a year from NYC. Puntarena is my all time favorite restaurant! The food is always amazing and consistent. However, I must admit the service is so top notch that is also why I want to go back. They make you feel so welcomed and included. Actually, this year when we walked in...one of the servers ran up to us and said "Dar una buena acogida" (Welcome Back)! He actually remembered us from the year before. It's always easy to walk in and get seated. Attaching photos of my favorites.

    Bread pudding desert
    Philip S.

    Excellent food and service but overly expensive. I ate here with a colleague on a Tuesday evening and the place was empty whereas the Azul in the same building had a wait of 30 minutes for a table. A highlight was the buratta salad (380 pesos). This was beautifully presented and delicious. I would suggest Puntarena if you are looking for a quite restaurant and cost is no problem.

    Shrimp in cilantro mayo and stir-fried spicy tuna.. this was soooo amazing!!! Very flavorful
    Sheryl J.

    The restaurant ambience is a great experience. And the food was exquisite. Very flavorful and must try the seafood dishes..giant shrimp plancha and house special rice

    Octopus plate
    Emily D.

    The place looks amazing, the decoration is really pretty. The food and drinks were good. I had the octopus which was cooked perfect, very tasty and my husband had fish with potatoes which was food and felt fresh but nothing memorable. The ambience was really nice we would go back again and try something else.

    Lam N.

    We had lunch at the Torre Virreyes location, near the offices of half a dozen Mexican Private Equity firms, so lots of well-dressed customers. The seafood is fresh and scrumptious - it's obviously personal, but I could eat this every month as opposed to once a year for Tex-Mex. They have a green chilli sauce that looks like guacamole but would numb your tastebuds!

    What a surprise and what a wonderful restaurant. The courtyard makes for a wonderful long lunch. The seafood is amazing - we were a large group and ordered a selection of seafood starters - sashimi, ceviche, etc all were delicious and presented beautifully. The mains were equally amazing - I had the miso cod - the portion itself was very large and the fish was prepared excellently with a creamy, almost buttery finish. The service is warm and attentive - and helpful for non Spanish speakers. 6 stars!!

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    Excellent fish and Servce however extremely expensive it's worth it if you want best of the best fish in SantaFee.

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    recommend spaghetti w clams [seafood place]. it also has ice cream! service:average.

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    Café de Tacuba - Obsessed with their uniform

    Café de Tacuba

    3.9(462 reviews)
    0.4 kmCentro Norte
    $$

    So Mexico City is a city that is truly a foodie's paradise-One can't throw a rock without hitting…read morea Michelin rated restaurant. Another thing this city has is very inexpensive spots you can eat,like pop ups or stands that serve such high quality food at very cheap prices. The third thing I found about this city is where this restaurant fits in-They have restaurants that are historic,that opened over 100 years ago-Cafe de Tacuba fits in that category,having opened in 1912. This restaurant is located in Centro Historico-just a few blocks from Zocalo.Its location is a very busy touristy part of Mexico City. When we arrived there was a 30 minute wait,but once we walked in it was obvious why as it was truly a work of art in there. The walls were adorned with amazing paintings and murals and interior designs elements that transported you back to Mexico in the 1950s and earlier. It was gorgeous. I don't want to call it a fancy place with all the stigma that sometimes represents but it was a fancy place without all the stuffiness of a fancy place. It was a very warm and welcoming place to dine at. There was a lady walking around with a platter full of conchas and churros that one could indulge in while waiting their main meal. I had to get a churro-it was so delicious. We also got chicken tortilla soup-it was so rich and tasty with the perfect blend of Mexican seasonings. I had a pretty good cafe con leche as well-you could really taste the high quality coffee beans they use in their coffees compared to what I'd been getting all trip in the streets. Now when you visit this restaurant and you could only try one dish-that dish begins and ends with Enchiladas Tacuba(355 pesos/$20.35) That's what I got and it was awesome.Its basically a chicken enchilada dish with a creamy spinach based sauce topped with cheese-flavor bomb to the fullest. 9.5/10 Item I wouldn't clarify this as an inexpensive meal compared to other places we visited in Mexico City,but I would call this place an incredible dining experience where one can just feel the importance of the building one is having this meal. Heck Diego Rivera had his wedding reception here in 1922. I for sure would recommend anyone who has the pleasure of visiting Mexico City,must add Cafe de Tacuba to their itinerary-it's such a rich experience.

    The tamales and chilaquiles verdes con huevos y bistec were okay. The tamales were a little dry,…read morewhile the chilaquiles verdes con huevos y bistec were bland and could have used more seasoning. Customer service could be improved, as it was hard to get a hold of our waiter at times. All in all, worth visiting for the ambiance, but the food did not match the experience.

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    Café de Tacuba - Beautiful grand staircase

    Beautiful grand staircase

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    Beautiful Restaurant

    Azul - Out of the world delicious Tortilla soup!

    Azul

    4.1(463 reviews)
    0.0 kmCentro Sur
    $$$

    Loved my experience dining here during the World Cup!…read more Azul was recommended by one of my colleagues from Mexico City and had great reviews, I decided to stop by since I stayed nearby. I came on a weekday and was seated very quickly. My lovely waiter explained the menu and highlighted some popular items. I ordered the guacamole, tortilla soup, duck dumpling mole, and tres leches for dessert. Everything was phenomenal, and the guac was out of this world! I enjoyed the presentation and the decor in the restaurant, I'd love to come back!

    Durante una visita familiar a la Ciudad de México, uno de los lugares que más ilusión me hacía…read moreconocer era Azul Histórico. Vivo en Nueva York y llevaba mucho tiempo soñando con disfrutar unos auténticos chiles rellenos en un restaurante tan reconocido. El lugar es realmente hermoso. Su patio colonial tiene un ambiente mágico y la atención fue excelente desde que llegamos. También quiero destacar que las bebidas estuvieron deliciosas y muy bien preparadas. Lamentablemente, los chiles rellenos no cumplieron con nuestras expectativas. Tanto mi mamá como yo pedimos ese platillo y coincidimos en que llegaron bastante fríos y no sabían frescos. Muy amablemente nos ofrecieron cambiarlos, lo cual agradecimos, pero preferí no hacerlo y esperar para comer un poco del platillo de mi hija, ya que sabía que no lo terminaría. Afortunadamente, el resto de mi familia tuvo una experiencia muy diferente. Mi papá, mi esposo y mi hija disfrutaron muchísimo sus alimentos y quedaron muy satisfechos con sus platillos. Para cerrar la noche, todos compartimos postres acompañados de café y chocolate caliente, y esa parte de la experiencia fue deliciosa. En general, creo que Azul Histórico ofrece un ambiente espectacular y un servicio de primera. Aunque mi platillo no fue lo que esperaba, el resto de la comida y la experiencia familiar hicieron que la visita valiera la pena. Espero tener la oportunidad de regresar y probar otras especialidades del menú. During a family trip to Mexico City, one of the places I was most excited to visit was Azul Histórico. I live in New York, and I had been looking forward to enjoying authentic Mexican chile rellenos at such a renowned restaurant. The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful. The colonial courtyard creates a magical atmosphere, and the service was excellent from the moment we arrived. I also have to mention that the drinks were delicious and beautifully prepared. Unfortunately, the chile rellenos didn't meet our expectations. My mom and I both ordered them, and we agreed that they were served quite cold and didn't taste fresh. The staff kindly offered to replace our meals, which we truly appreciated, but I decided not to. Instead, I ended up eating some of my daughter's meal since I knew she wouldn't finish it. Thankfully, the rest of my family had a wonderful dining experience. My dad, my husband, and my daughter all loved their meals and were very happy with what they ordered. We finished the evening with desserts, coffee, and hot chocolate, and everything was absolutely delicious. Overall, Azul Histórico offers a stunning setting and outstanding service. While my entrée wasn't what I had hoped for, the rest of the meal and the time spent with my family made it a memorable experience. I'd gladly return to try other dishes from the menu.

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    Azul - Chicken tortilla soup

    Chicken tortilla soup

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    Sopa de camarón

    Azul - Chicken tortilla soup and how it presented

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    Chicken tortilla soup and how it presented

    Puntarena - seafood - Updated August 2026

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