"Chef DJ Flores built his Mexican restaurant, Milpa, into a masa empire, crafting his own tortillas to cradle carne asada tacos. With Nocturno, Flores shifts his focus to Mexico City’s cocktail culture, teaming up with two seasoned industry veterans. Lead bartender Lu Lopez curates a vibrant cocktail menu, featuring creations like a passionfruit-lime margarita with Aperol and a touch of chili salt, as well as a non-alcoholic Brazilian lemonade. In the kitchen, Arron Cappello offers bar bites distinct from Milpa’s menu but just as compelling — cacio e pepe gnocchi, crispy spicy tuna bites, and stacks of house-fried potato chips layered with salty prosciutto." - Janna Karel