Roma
Contramar
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Calle de Durango 200, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City
"When it comes to showing a foreigner the ability of Mexicans to make sobremesas, Contramar is the place."
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A classic that you always come back to. The ambiance of the Friday lunch will always be my favorite. Order ostadas de atún x2, michelada, tacos de esmedregal al pastor and the strawberry meringue dessert.
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Contramar is the kind of place where you can celebrate a birthday, close a business deal, or cure a hangover. It's the perfect spot to show foreigners just how mexicans can turn a meal into a fiesta.
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From the menu, I'll go for the charales tacos, tuna tostadas, fish a la talla (if the table is more than 3 people), Zihuatanejo-style fish strips and a fig tart. If it's still on the menu, Hilo Negro's Invisible wine is a good companion.
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It is always a lively place with a good vibe. The tuna tostadas and fish a la carving never fail. The wine list has a super selection of Mexican and Spanish whites, as well as Riesling, all perfect to accompany the food here! It's ideal for large groups looking for an early lunch or dinner on a weeknight. And don't forget to finish with a carajillo.
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Beyond the typical tostadas, aguachiles, grilled fish, or shrimp tacos, I think there's still more to discover on this menu. Their chipotle meatballs are my absolute fave, and if they have charales tacos, I'm totally getting those. The watercress salad with nopales is super fresh and you should always check out their daily specials. Ask Camacho about the wines because there are some hidden gems in there too.
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The sure thing: green shrimp aguachile
The different: if there is sea urchin, in any presentation.
The 🐽: Esmedregal al pastor (shepherd's stew)
When to go. Wednesday or Thursday for an early dinner
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Cultural institution known for its iconic seafood and being one of the best places to people watch.
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To trust, flow and enjoy. I almost always ask someone else to order so I can try something new. But I can't miss my tuna tostadas with green sauce. Apart from the usual (tuna tostadas, the famous fish a la talla and fig tart) I like the octopus taco, fish tiraditos, crab tacos and my favorite: the Camacho clams, a delicacy that is not on the menu.
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Sobremesa, sobremesa and sobremesa. This place is trying to explain to my gringo friends how it is possible to arrive for lunch at 2 pm and leave until 10 pm. I always order the tuna tostadas, the seafood meatballs and the fish a la carving. Any of their desserts and about 10 carajillos.
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