The Brooklyn
of Mexico City is
Roma Norte.
The case for Roma Norte
Roma Norte is where art deco mansions share blocks with mezcal bars and some of the best restaurants on the continent. Tree-lined streets named after Mexican states. Sidewalk taco stands next to Italian fine dining. The city's creative class lives here, eats here, and stays out way too late on Álvaro Obregón.
Roma Norte is home to 2 Michelin-starred restaurants and over 30 independently listed dining spots within roughly a square kilometre of Álvaro Obregón.
Close contenders
Other cool neighborhoods in Mexico City.
Juárez
Juárez is Roma's slightly grittier neighbor with better Korean food and louder nightlife. The stretch along Dinamarca is where the late-night crowd ends up.
Portales
Portales is working-class south Mexico City. Cheap fondas, comic book shops on Eje Central, and a weekend tianguis that sprawls for blocks. No expat infrastructure, no concept restaurants. The kind of neighborhood where you eat a five-course comida corrida for four dollars.
San Rafael
San Rafael is where Roma was ten years ago. Gorgeous crumbling buildings, cheap comida corrida, and almost no tourists. Worth a long afternoon walk.
Three sides of the neighborhood
Where to go in Roma Norte.
All 24 spots mapped out
Roma Norte, corner to corner.
Our 24 top picks
The Roma Norte guide.
Practical info
Good to know.
The boring numbers that decide whether you stay three days or four.
| Currency | MXN |
|---|---|
| Language | Spanish |
| Cost level | $$Moderate |
| Best months | October and November, plus March to May |
| Local time | UTC-6 |
| Plug type | US plug · 127V/60Hz |
| Emergency | 911 |
Local tip
Skip the Uber. Roma Norte's grid of one-way streets means walking is almost always faster, and you'll eat better finding spots on foot.
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Common questions
Things to know about Roma Norte.
What is the Brooklyn of Mexico City?
The Brooklyn of Mexico City is Roma Norte. Roma Norte is where art deco mansions share blocks with mezcal bars and some of the best restaurants on the continent. Roma Norte is home to 2 Michelin-starred restaurants and over 30 independently listed dining spots within roughly a square kilometre of Álvaro Obregón.
What is the coolest neighborhood in Mexico City?
Roma Norte is widely considered the coolest neighborhood in Mexico City. Roma Norte is where art deco mansions share blocks with mezcal bars and some of the best restaurants on the continent. Tree-lined streets named after Mexican states. Sidewalk taco stands next to Italian fine dining. The city's creative class lives here, eats here, and stays out way too late on Álvaro Obregón.
What is the hippest neighborhood in Mexico City?
Roma Norte is the hippest neighborhood in Mexico City. Art deco mansions house galleries and mezcal bars, and the creative class stays out past 2 a.m. on Álvaro Obregón most nights of the week.
What is the trendiest neighborhood in Mexico City?
Roma Norte is Mexico City's trendiest neighborhood right now. New coffee roasters and tasting menus open monthly between the taco stands, and the design crowd has clearly decided this is where the next decade happens.
Where do creatives live in Mexico City?
Roma Norte. The city's creative class lives and works along tree-lined streets named after Mexican states, then eats and stays out late on Álvaro Obregón. Coffee culture runs deep, contemporary galleries cluster nearby, and dozens of independent dining spots fit inside a single square kilometre.
What is the most bohemian neighborhood in Mexico City?
Roma Norte is the most bohemian neighborhood in Mexico City. Art deco mansions share blocks with mezcal bars that stay open past midnight. Sidewalk taco stands sit next to Italian fine dining. There's a market for blue corn tlacoyos and a green square that works as the neighborhood's living room.
Where should I stay in Roma Norte, Mexico City?
The best boutique hotels in Roma Norte include La Valise, Nima Local House Hotel & Spa, and Ignacia Guest House. A six-suite boutique where every room feels like a collector's apartment, all textiles and objects placed with obsessive intention.
Is Roma Norte in Mexico City safe at night?
Roma Norte is a lived-in creative neighborhood, not a tourist compound. Bars and restaurants here stay busy late, which keeps streets active. Use normal city awareness.
Is Mexico City expensive?
Mexico City rates $$ on a global travel scale. Affordable, with good value for food and drink.
When is the best time to visit Mexico City?
October and November hit the sweet spot - dry, mild, and clear. March through May is warm and good for walking and markets, though April can turn hazy. From June to September, afternoon thunderstorms roll in almost daily, so front-load outdoor plans before 4pm. At 2,240 meters the nights stay cool year-round, so bring a layer no matter when you come.
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