Contramar

If you’re a solo diner, one thing to do is ask if you can have half-portion sizes as their full sizes are huge! For my ceviche & tuna tostadas, I had half-sizes pictured but because I was told they couldn’t do half size for the grilled fish, I thought they’ll be unable to do so for my tuna steak (as you can see it came in two portions). No complaints though. Also, they never seem to have availability on open table but you can WhatsApp them for a reservation or show up as soon as they open to be seated or to get a reservation for a few hours later.

We had a phenomenal time. It was world class. We didnt have a reservation but dont let that put you off- put your name down, grab a drink somewhere nearby- it’s totally worth the wait . Julio our waiter couldn’t have taken better care of us and we felt right at home. Personal highlight for me was the tuna tostada…mind blowingly delicious- they serve it with delicious salsa and marinated onions … best single bite of my trip to Mexico. Hope to squeeze in another trip before our flight back in a few days. Thanks again to Julio and the whole team- it was MAGIC!!

The food is ok here, not very special. We had ceviche (don’t recommend), tuna tostada (great), fish taco (great), and whole fish (very tasteless). Desserts are also not very special, I wouldn't recommend the strawberry cake but the fig tart was nice. Overall, IMO it’s a very overrated place.

I went to Contramar with high expectations given its worldwide reputation and how hard it is to get a reservation. The place is lively and clearly very popular, but unfortunately the food did not live up to the hype for me. The seafood was heavily covered with sauces, which, as a Greek who appreciates the natural flavor of fresh fish, felt like it masked rather than enhanced the quality of the ingredients. What was most disappointing, however, is that I ended up with food poisoning after the meal. Overall, while the atmosphere is vibrant and the restaurant is famous for a reason, my personal experience was underwhelming and left me disappointed.

We didn’t have a reservation and showed up about 10 minutes before opening — and got seated right away. So don’t let “no reservation” stop you from trying. The hype is real. The food was outstanding, the seafood incredibly fresh, and the service polished without being pretentious. Absolutely worth the visit.

This is a real turn and burn type of place. They know how to get you in and out as fast as possible so it wouldn't be suitable for a relaxing date night or slow evening. The coconut flan was the best thing we had. Their dishes arrive so fast to your table you have to wonder if everything is pre cooked on stand by and just flashed in the oven when you order. That said their food is decent.

We had an incredible meal at Contramar today — truly one of those long, lazy Mexico City lunches that feels like a full experience. We ordered the holy trinity: the tostadas de atún, the pulpo a la gallega, and the pescado a la talla, and every single dish delivered. The tuna tostadas were bright, crisp, and silky — the kind of bite that makes you stop talking for a second. The pulpo was beautifully tender and smoky. And the pescado a la talla (we did 700g on our server’s recommendation) was the star: perfectly grilled, half red and half green, with enough depth and acidity to keep you chasing every last piece. The energy here is exactly what you want in Roma Norte — vibrant, buzzy, and effortlessly stylish. Perfect for sharing everything and lingering over food and conversation. Highly recommend.

This popular Roma restaurant is all in on its amazing seafood that brings clean Mexican flavors over a seafood menu. The decor is simple, the menu is consistent to its foundation of quality and flavor, the restaurant is busy every day and both locals and expats love this place. Definitely a check box on your Mexico City visit.