Inventive cocktails in a chic, laid-back bar with Darwin-inspired decor
Iztaccihuatl 36D, Colonia Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico Get directions
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"A laid-back, intimate lounge in the Condesa neighborhood that feels like a kitschy, welcoming friend’s living room with warm light and nautical touches. The relaxed atmosphere contrasts the precision of the cocktails—expect thoughtful combinations such as a Kiwi + Lemon Balm cooler featuring Jack Daniels, fino sherry, lemon, and kiwi—and weekly programming like Martes Martinis (Martini Tuesdays)." - Kara Newman
"Quaint and cute is the best way to describe Baltra, which feels like a neighborhood institution even though it’s only been open for about a decade. Cocktails are the move here (our favorite is the Old George Sour with tequila, absinthe, cucumber, and cardamom), but they also have some great wines by the glass and a few craft beers. This Condesa spot only has a few tables and barstools, making it better for a date than big groups. They’re open until midnight during the week and 2am on the weekends, so come for a nightcap with someone you want to sit close to." - guillaume guevara
"A diminutive bar off lush Plaza Iztaccíhuatl with an unusual Charles Darwin theme that helps reiterate the evolution of Mexico's cocktail scene." - Nils Bernstein
"Quaint and cute is the best way to describe Baltra, which feels like a neighborhood institution even though it’s only been open for less than a decade. Cocktails are the move here (our favorite is the Old George Sour with tequila, absinthe, cucumber, and cardamom), but they also have some great wines by the glass and a few craft beers. This Condesa spot only has a few tables and barstools, making it better for a date than big groups. They're open until midnight during the week and 2am on the weekends, so come for a nightcap with someone you want to sit close to." - Guillaume Guevara
