Azul Condesa

This restaurant is an absolute must. I was warmly greeted by the staff and seated in a space that felt both calm and authentically inviting. I ordered the guacamole and the enchiladas con mole—and let me say, these were by far the best enchiladas con mole I’ve ever had. And that’s saying a lot, considering I live in California and have tried plenty. I’ll definitely be coming back

The food here was really good and we really liked the feel of the place. It wasn't very busy but it was lunchtime on a Sunday. The experience was going well until the waiter took offence at a 10% tip. After we picked that option he never said another word to us and made us feel uncomfortable by his demeanor.

Azul Condesa is a culinary gem in Mexico City, blending traditional flavors with refined presentation. The highlight of my visit was the enchilada de mole — rich, complex, and perfectly balanced. The mole was deep and aromatic, with just the right amount of spice and sweetness, wrapping the tender chicken in a blanket of flavor. The ambiance is elegant yet relaxed, with excellent service and attention to detail. A must-visit spot for anyone looking to explore authentic Mexican cuisine with a sophisticated twist.

Honestly, quite disappointed with this place. It started off well with good service when getting seated. The food is fresh and authentic, but considering the price, it’s quite basic. When we decided to pay, the waiter insisted on a 15% or 20% tip. Without further ado, I agreed to add 15%. However, he entered the amount into the machine without showing us when we paid full via Apple Pay. When I insisted on getting the printed receipt, he seemed confused, annoyed, and then instantly disappeared. Looking at the amount later, I noticed he had entered a random number higher than the agreed 15%. Even by Swiss standards, 15% is already above and beyond for excellent service.

Another memorable Mexican dining spot in the city. From cocktails & mezcal, to starters and main courses, food & drinks were well-deserving of their strong reputation. Would return again

We came here seeing great reviews. The service and ambience were great. The food was below average. We didn't enjoy anything besides guacamole and chips. Drinks were decent. Tacos were okay.

On a business trip, I had a solo dinner here as I had been here a few years ago and remembered it as a nice place. My dinner was wonderful - great service and fabulous food. I was particularly happy to get Escamole (ant eggs), which were delicious. Great food, great drinks and great service. I’ll definitely be back.

Azul Condesa offers a pleasant dining experience with a stylish atmosphere and a well-thought-out menu. The dishes are nicely presented and made with quality ingredients. It’s a good spot for a relaxed meal in the heart of Mexico City.

Service was good, food was yummy and reasonably priced. I will confess I was feeling iffy about the blue light decor at first, but it grew on me. The ambiance is relaxing and nice. My first meal in CDMX - pleasantly surprised and would recommend!

Extremely popular Oaxacan mole spot. Great variety of upscale food with a beautiful presentation of each dish. Service is prompt. Drink menu is extensive including beers, wines, cocktails, and spirits. If you are a fan of mole then I would highly recommend. Definitely need a reservation in advance.

Excellent place to eat! Chipotle Amore is amazing! Ambiance is fantastic, food & service is top notch!

Great location in Condesa, I grabbed dinner here before hitting the night on Amsterdam and it was right around the corner. The dining area is beautiful. The mirrors and the greenery create a wonderful vibe. The food was excellent. I had the guacamole as an appetizer. It was very creamy and flavorful. I ordered the fish as my entree and was happy with the portion and presentation. The tortillas are made in house and we're delicious! The service was friendly and attentative. When we were greeted, our umbrellas were taken and held which was a nice touch.

Wow! What a wonderful meal we had here tonight. So much flavor without being too spicy. Lovely service and beautiful setting. The Camarones were amazing. The duck mole enchiladas were super yummy also. The tomato salad was so fresh and perfectly seasoned and simple.

My visit to Azul Condesa was an unforgettable journey into the heart of Mexican cuisine, with their mole dishes standing out as the undeniable stars. The culinary highlight was the Enchiladas Mole Negro Oaxaqueño. These are not just enchiladas; they are a masterpiece. The dish featured roast duck, wrapped in house-made, stone-ground corn tortillas, topped with what is widely considered the best black mole in Mexico City. The depth and complexity of the mole sauce were incredible, clearly why Azul Condesa is famed for this dish. Equally impressive was their traditional Black Mole from Oaxaca served with turkey. This dish was a vivid representation of traditional flavors, where the rich, nuanced mole sauce created a perfect symphony with the tender turkey. The accompanying rice, with cashews and raisins, added layers of texture and flavor, making each bite a treat. We began our meal with their Tortilla Soup, which was a flavorful introduction to their menu. The soup, laden with fresh ingredients and topped with sour cream and Oaxaca cheese, was a comforting start and fun presentation. Service at Azul Condesa was impeccable. The bilingual staff was not only efficient but also incredibly welcoming, making us feel at home in their upscale yet comfortable setting. The option of indoor and balcony seating added to the charm of this culinary haven. In summary, Azul Condesa is a must-visit for anyone who appreciates the art of mole. Their mastery over this quintessential Mexican sauce, coupled with their warm hospitality, makes for an exceptional dining experience.

Very unique with authentic Mexican flavors! The entrance with the lady doing fresh tortillas is one of the best things... food was really good but the drinks were even better! Our server wasn't the most friendly but the lady who was helping was super sweet and she saved the night! We really enjoyed our family dinner here, the decor is super nice and you just want to stay for hours there. Our favorite dishes were the Panuchos with Cochinita Pibil, Tortilla Soup (one of the best) & the hibiscus margarita!

Unassuming on the outside, it's beautiful and covered in candles on the inside. There isn't room to wait inside, so we had to wait ~15min outside after our reservation time passed because it was so busy. The wait staff was lovely but very busy. The guacamole with chicharrón was good - but definitely needed more spice. The tortilla soup was presented beautifully and tasted fantastic. The enchiladas con mole negro was good - the sauce is VERY rich, might be good to share. Overall really lovely experience.

Had a wonderful dinner here last night. The upstairs outside patio was perfect. Cozy yet comfortable. The food was outstanding. Especially the Chile relleno en Nogada (only in September). Service was great. Attentive but not overbearing. 10/10 recommend.

not worth the experience. Oh my gosh. They did not have tres leches and it took literally three people to come talk to us for them to understand that we wanted a replacement. Communication amongst staff was poor. Food was average and can eat this stuff at home (ie pineapple flavored shrimp really?...). Didn't fly to Mexico for that. So many better options nearby.

The waiters try to scam you. We decided to leave a 20% tip and they added an extra 300 pesos on top of the 20%. When I told them they said they didn't notice and gave me cash.

Wow, this was such an amazing place! The ambiance was romantic and made you feel like you were in unique space. We had the following items: - Mango Margaritas - Guacamole with Fresh Mango - Chicken Mole Enchiladas The margaritas were so good - fresh, sweet mango juice balanced out the strong tequila. The guacamole was really good - rich and tasty, with the added sweetness and tanginess from the mangoes. The enchiladas were phenomenal - so much richness and flavor from the perfect mole (I had the mole negro)...it was just the right amount of chocolate, peppers, cinnamon and other spices. The service was attentive and friendly. If you're looking for a special experience with incredible food, definitely visit this spot!

Our favorite meal in Mexico City (and we went to Pujol on our trip)! The highlights - tortilla soup: so flavorful and in such a beautiful presentation - tortillas- beautifully patterned with blue corn and also phenomenal texture - enchiladas with mole- perfect chocolatey funky flavor with tender meat, pure chef's kiss - mezcal pairing- I personally don't love mezcal, but it is a fun option for those who want to partake from drinking from the customary little cups made from a big seed - service was great as well! They accommodated a large bachelorette party and even played one of the bride's favorite songs over the speakers

Had a lovely experience here. We ordered the garlic butter shrimp. It was so good and buttery. My friend got the mole enchiladas - Also delicious. My husband got the dish which was fried duck with mole sauce. All the food was tasty and so were the cocktails. I loved the tamarind margarita. Ambiance is also very nice. Service was also good. Would go again!

Éramos un grupo de tres personas. Ordenamos el guacamole tradicional con chicharrón, entrada de panuchos, mole negro de Oaxaca con pechuga, enchiladas de mole negro de Oaxaca con queso panela, buñuelos con pato y mole de Oaxaca, de postre pedimos la isla flotante tabasqueña y el Nicuatole con salsa de zapote. La comida fue excelente! Sobre todo el mole Oaxaqueño. Los buñuelos con pato y con mole también fueron excelentes. Los postres me encantaron pero sobre todo el Nicuatole. Mi papá fue conmigo a ese restaurante y él mencionó que ese postre era uno que le hacía su mamá cuando él era niño. El también resaltó que las recetas son de comidas antiguas y le dio mucho gusto ver que un restaurante está rescatando estas recetas mexicanas que mucha gente no conoce. De bebidas probamos diferentes horchatas, yo tome la horchata de guanábana y una margarita con Maracuyá. Las dos fueron excelentes. Eso es un lugar fabuloso para atraer a visitantes a probar una excelente comida mexicana tradicional. El restaurante no tiene estacionamiento mas sin embargo hay dos que están casi a un lado. Recomiendo que se haga reservación con anticipación ya que este lugar es muy popular.

Very authentic Mexican and atmosphere was delightful. Wish we had more time to return but once is good enough.

The food at Azul Condesa is the best of the best. I recently came here to try their "chile en nogada". For those who have never tried it, it's a Mexican delicacy only offered in the fall when all the ingredients are in season, often served in celebration of Mexican independence. The dish consists of a poblano chile filled with ground pork and fruits such as apples, pears, and peaches. It's bathed in a thick, white, sweet sauce made from walnuts, and finally topped with pomegranate seeds. At Azul Condesa, they have several options for the filling and for the sauce. I tried their "chile relleno de Atlixco" which has the filling made from 40% meat and 60% fruits, and for the sauce I picked the "nogada dulce", the sweeter option. If you're in Mexico City during the month of September, I highly recommend trying this seasonal dish, and there's no better place to enjoy it than at Azul Condesa.

Really not impressed with this placed named "authentic" Mexican food. It's more a fusion Mexican with very high price point with mediocre food. The space is cute in a little garden surrounded by greens. We shared the taco for appetizer. It's very basic nothing better than street taco. The main I had a fish dish, it's basically the fish in Marianna sauce but it was listed as an Mexican traditional food. Very disappointed. Service was ok, our waiter looked tired and never smiled. A strange vibe.

Azul serves gourmet mexican food and is located in the lovely Condesa neighborhood. Tastefully done interior and the courtyard was a beautiful space to have a meal by the trees. Service was professional and staff was very attentive. Each table was set up with its own coat stand and the traditional jicara which is a mezcal tasting bowl. We started off with the guac appetizer. It was fresh but flavors were alright nothing stood out. The salsa that came with it was amazing and spicy. We ordered the Oaxacan mole negro that everyone talks about and enjoyed the crunch, spice and all the unexpected flavors and textures. The hibiscus flower enchiladas was ok, I thought it lacked flavor and didn't quite stand on its own and was too much of just one thing, I would have liked to see some other veggies mixed in for some variation. Lovely space, excellent service but food was underwhelming and didn't live up to the hype.

We flew into to CDMX and checked into our AirBnB in Colonia La Condesa. Tired and hungry from our traveling we walked a few hundred meters to Azul Condesa. Without reservations we waited about 20 mins and got seated. What a relaxing atmosphere to unwind and be catered to. The all-male wait staff was so accommodating with unhurried but prompt service. We ordered a beer and a house margarita and a bottle of sparkling mineral water. Food orders were taken without a fuss: Tacos de Lechón and Enchiladas de Mole Negro con Pollo. The lechón was moist, wrapped in a flour tortilla and wrapped again individually in banana leaves. This kept them warm and succulent. Enchiladas were amazingly complex in flavor true to Oaxaqueño style. Overall top-notch professional service and serious flavor. The tagline below the restaurant name outside says, in Spanish, "Traditional Mexican Food, but Seriously" ...and that is exactly what you get.

Had a great dinner here on our last trip to CDMX. Tried their famous mole sauce and had some ceviche. I Loved the ceviche. Their mole was also good, very non bitter. Most people tend to stay away from mole because of the bitter notes, but Mexican mole is super complex. Started with their chicken tortilla soup which was alright. Service was great very accommodating. They spoke English and they cater a lot to American visitors. Majority of people at the restaurant were American so the overall experience wasn't one that felt like authentically Mexican because everyone spoke english, but I had no complaints. Food was great. Atmosphere was pleasant lots of candles and had a very romantic feel. We tried to get reservations at their insta-famous sister location in the Zocalo but they were booked months out so we ate at their Condesa Location. They have the same menu. Overall a great memory.

If you want to post cool pictures on instagram cool. Otherwise, they blend their bland guacamole, the chicharrón was bland and stale. The main dishes were okay but honestly not worth the hype or visuals. How can you be authentic when u blend guacamole and it has no flavor? Also watch your tips at the end, we tipped 20% on a $250 (usd) bill and they tried adding 300 pesos on top of it and claimed to have been an "error". The face on the waiter seemed nervous when my cousin caught it.

Delicious traditional Mexican dishes, wonderful service, and great mezcal! We were lucky to come when they were serving chiles en nogada, which was astounding (and so beautiful). Also loved the candles everywhere and the warm ambiance.

The modern take on traditional Mexican dishes have always intrigued me and my palette, the old meets new concept contrasts fresh ideas and twists that work. My wife got the enchiladas molé dé poblano and as her first time eating molé she was like 'this is delicious' and I got the Chipotle de Amor and it was one of the best dishes I've had since being here. And not to forget to mention the service, top notch. I'd recommend to anybody living or visiting the city.

Wonderful service, atmosphere and food. The mole was incredible. We tried two different moles and they were very different but both delicious. Wonderful restaurant in CDMX.

Mole in America tastes bitter and weird, but the mole in Mexico is amazing! We start off with duck wontons with Oaxaqueno black mole sauce. The mole has a slight chocolate flavor and is a little sweet. The pipianes (yellow) is part of their monthly festival menu, and it is made with different types of seeds and nuts. The one we order is super tasty, has a subtle sweetness, grainier than mole, and the steak is really good too. The other mole (orange) is the sweetest among the 3 dishes, and the sweetness comes from the pineapple. What I love is we order chicken thigh and there is no bone lol. Desserts are kinda a let down. Tiramisu is normal, and the soursop is pretty lame; most of the soursop dessert is just whipped cream. Totally recommend this place!

We went here during an anniversary trip to Mexico City. The tacos appetizer were particularly good. Ask to sit in the upper patio which is breezy on a hot day.

We just returned home from a week in Mexico City, and Azul was our last dinner of the trip. The food was great, but the service and overall experience were just okay - so it evened out to a 4/5 for me. We shared sikil pak from the special Yucatan menu, mole manchamanteles with duck, tacos de lechon, and espuma de guanabana! I've loved sikil pak since I first had it on a trip to Yucatan/Quintana Roo a few years ago. It's made from pumpkin seeds/pepitas with tomatoes, cilantro, and chiles. Azul's version was beautiful (it came to the table topped with edible flowers and halved tomatoes) and delicious. Mole machamanteles was new to me - a dark mole with lots of fruits that gave it such a delicious, deep sweet taste. They offer the mole manchamanteles with chicken breast, chicken leg/thigh, turkey medallion, or roasted duck - and the duck was absolutely the right choice for me. Delicious - crispy exterior and very flavorful. It was served with possibly the most interesting looking corn tortillas made in house - some had interesting designs and some where tri-color (blue, red, and yellow masa). My husband really enjoyed his tacos (I didn't try them). The dessert was light and delicious and also something I hadn't had before (fresh soursop fruit mixed with whip cream and a zapote negro sauce)! The food overall was really fantastic. And the menu is large and full of delicious options - I definitely had a hard time choosing what to order! I really love that their menu specifies the region/state of Mexico the dish comes from and that they offer so many dishes from all over the country - a really diverse, exciting menu. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience wasn't the best. Our service was very unfriendly and short. My Spanish is pretty terrible but our server definitely gave vibes of not wanting to talk to us at all. The other issue was that our table was kind of squeezed into a hallway area by the kitchen door (we could see into the pretty room with the greenery), and it felt like we were eating in Grand Central Station. A server even ran into our table once! It definitely felt like there shouldn't have been a table where we were sat, and it made us not want to sit long -- hectic! Overall, I thought the food was pretty excellent. I had a few issues with service and ambiance, but I would definitely go back and give Azul a second chance to stun me!

Overpriced and overrated. The food and drinks are mid. Food actually made me and wife sick. Service is lousy too. Those good reviews are from yelpers who don't know what good food and service is.

Amazing food and beautiful space. Our overall experience was very nice. We were eating rather early (6:30pm) because we had a VERY early start the following day. Wait staff was very attentive and kind. Our dinner was delicious. Although we were a group of friends, it's a very romantic restaurant!

As an American ex pat, I was amazed at the quality of the food, sumptuous mezcal selections, fabulous deserts .

I am amazed this place is so popular.A triumph of marketing over substance.Food is tasteless, guacamole with no flavor, soup passable, enchiladas with dry chicken and overly sweet mole, duck dish nothing to write home about. Waitress with no personality. If you want to be a tourist sucker eat here, if not run to anyplace else.

Super cute restaurant and very friendly/great service. We ordered a lot of mango mezcalitas, the guacamole with chicharron, empanadas, tacos de lechon and The tacos de lechon were just definitely get them if you're a lechon fan. The empanadas were sensational. Kind of wish we ordered two orders tbh.

Beautiful traditional Mexican restaurant located in Centro Historico in a wonderful and relaxing hotel setting. The place is dark, and has an almost garden style like dining experience in the lobby of a hotel. The food and the menu is designed to show care various regional specialities of Mexico, and menu boasts many traditional dishes. We tried several dishes and margaritas and everything was well cooked and delicious. Tips: Great for sharing Located in Centro Historico Nice vibe in a dark lit establishment Service was very attentive

I went to lunch there today and ordered the black Molé enchiladas. They were good (just good-not great) however, the service was less than desirable. For what you're paying for lunch in Mexico City, I would expect more. Once my mail was delivered, no one came to check to see if everything was good. I had to flag down a waiter to get another drink. The restaurant only had one other table in it, so I felt like I should be getting extraordinary service especially since that's what you go to these nice restaurants for. There literally was no excuse for not giving me any attention. And when I signed the bill and gave a 12% tip, which I thought was more than generous based on literally no one talking to me except to take my order... A waiter, and not my waiter for the record, came back to my table and had the nerve to ask if I had made the right tip. Not to mention they sat me in a back corner of the restaurant next to a very big sign for the restaurant that infringed on my seating. I would suggest if you are interested in spending over $25 for lunch in Mexico City, you go to somewhere else besides this place. It was not worth it. I had better service with a walk up Taqueria where are my lunch was only $8 and my tip to them reflected it.

Azul Condesa provided wowful and memorable experiences for me in Mexico City. So memorable that over two years ago when I was there last, I still think of the duck buñuelos in mole negro: rich, complex, crunchy, uniquely tasty. I still think of the flavors and presentation of the iconic tortilla soup ----that you could easily fantasize Frida Kahlo took one of her kitchen works of Art and served it to you con amor. After the meal, the tequila/Mezcal cart came to my table presenting me with an after dinner infusion that took me into the streets of Mexico city ecstatic all the while thinking that this is how it's done in this great city, steeped in history and great gastronomic wonders yet to be explored in future visits. Service was very professional and attentive in the 2 visits there. End of Yelp 5.17.21

Went to the one in Condesa. Lovely garden courtyard atmosphere. Excellent service. Interesting, original cuisine with a Veracruz influence. Loved the duck stuffed profiterole style dumplings with mole. Recommend.

Wonderful place for special occasion. The ambiance is 5 stars. Furniture and presentation was great too. I got the tortilla soup. Iconic.

Unbelievable presentation, the blue azulejo, the plate ware, the cutlury, try the sopa azteca tortilla, it is served in an artesanal glazed pottery. All the dishes are tasty and original.

Ambience was good but the food better. Servers were dressed neatly and obviously well trained in they do.

Celebrated anniversary here and was not disappointed! Food was good! Ambiance was also good. Servers were attentive!

Great ambiance and service. Food is good but maybe more towards fusion. Being a tourist, wish they could make guacamole from the scratch!

Excellent service and the food was delicious, innovative but still maintaining the true Mexican flavors.

azel condesa overrated first impression: the menus are color inket printed with pics taken by the original iphone. they are falling out of the kinkos binders they were put in. food was good. i also thank them for honoring my reservation since i was off by 30 minutes the female server was garbage. she tolerated us and it was very functional. blanco colima or maximo bistrot was the complete opposite experience in terms of service and they have superior food. i do not understand the hype at all.

Great flavors with even better ambiance. We were taken on a journey of authentic Mexican flavors and dishes. Will Be back next time we are in Mexico City.

Azul doesn't get as much buzz as some of the other restaurants in CDMX, but this was one of the best meals I had in Mexico City! The food is excellent and the atmosphere here feels so upscale. I would definitely recommend Azul for a special occasion or just to treat yourself! The guacamole ($195 MXN) was delicious, and they're happy to make it without chapulines / grasshoppers. The enchiladas de mole negro ($295 MXN) were an authentic taste of Oaxacan cuisine! You can get them filled with chicken or soft white cheese. The hot drinking chocolate ("postre líquido," $75 MXN) was the perfect way to close out our meal. They make it at your table so it's perfectly light and frothy even though it's just water and cacao. There are many flavors to choose from, but I would recommend the spicy one. We seriously considered coming back here just for the hot chocolate because it was that good!

One of my favorite Mexico City restaurants (both locations). Favorite dishes: chiles en nogada (seasonal), chicken mole, and the tortilla soup. Can't wait for my next visit.

This place was my first dinner meal in Mexico City. We made reservations the day of for 4 people at 6:30pm and they were able to accommodate us. The restaurant was relatively empty when we went in at 6:30pm but definitely got busy by 7:30pm. To start, they gave us shrimp soup on the house which was displayed in the cute little Mexican cups. I tried the grasshopper guacamole and honestly, I can do without. The grasshopper made it salty. We shared the tamales as well - nothing to brag about. I was excited for the enchiladas de mole negro but honestly it was too heavy for me. I don't think I'll come again as there were much better restaurants in Mexico City.

Beautiful restaurant and wonderful spot for lunch and breakfast. I had the Enchiladas de Pollo con Mole Negro. For my taste, their mole has too much chocolate to be a real Oaxacan mole. Chocolate should be in the background but never the predominant flavor, as it was here. Nitpicking a little because it was still really good, but I did look around at some other dishes coming out and regretted my choice a little. You definitely cannot do much better in the corn tortilla arena since a lady is making them by hand when you walk in.