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Romantic restaurants in Lomas, Condesa, Roma and Coyoacán: beyond Polanco
Polanco is not the only option for a good date. Here are restaurant ideas in Lomas de Chapultepec, Bosques de las Lomas, Condesa, Roma and Coyoacán, grouped by atmosphere. Venues change hours and menus: confirm before you go.
In short
- In Lomas, several restaurants work especially well at midday.
- Bosques de las Lomas has comfortable, modern options for quiet dinners.
- Condesa and Roma offer a relaxed atmosphere with gardens and terraces; Coyoacán suits daytime plans and long lunches.
- Pick the area close to where you live or work to cut down on traffic.
01Lomas de Chapultepec
- Issi. Mexican food in a casual, upscale setting; an easy date-night option without the bill of other swanky places in the area.
- Bakéa. Mediterranean cuisine; according to local guides it is a power-lunch destination, so go at midday.
- Treze. Grilled fish and seafood in a calm, stylish setting, with private rooms.
- Palominos Palmas. Sonoran grill with a terrace and garden; ideal for northern Mexican flavors.
- Mätre and Odette. A bakery with a great weekend brunch and a specialty pastry shop, for short coffee dates.
02Bosques de las Lomas
- Cachava. Premium meats and international cuisine with refined décor, warm lighting and an intimate atmosphere.
- La Mallorquina Arcos Bosques. Spanish and Mediterranean cooking in an elegant setting.
- Elia Estiatorio. Greek cuisine with a modern Mediterranean charm.
- Otoro Nigiri Sushi Bar. Sushi in a minimalist, quiet space, good for a couple’s dinner.
- Puerto Madero Bosques. Argentine and seafood cuisine in an elegant space.
03Condesa and Roma
These are the most relaxed, cultural areas, with parks, cafés and bookstores for a walk before or after the meal.
- Belforno (Condesa). Wood-fired pizzas with garden views and a cozy European feel.
- La Tecla (Roma). Contemporary Mexican cuisine with artistic plating.
04Coyoacán
- El Japonez Oasis. Japanese cuisine with teppanyaki tables, a sushi bar and highly atmospheric design.
Coyoacán works especially well for daytime plans: plazas, markets and museums followed by a long lunch.
05How to choose among so many options
- Close to you. Pick the area that cuts traffic for both of you.
- Midday or night. In residential areas, lunch tends to be calmer than dinner.
- Terrace or indoors. If you want to talk, indoors is usually quieter.
- Plan B. Keep a second option nearby in case of a waiting list.
For ideas inside Polanco, see first date restaurants in Polanco. And to understand how each area feels, read dating in Lomas de Chapultepec, Bosques and Santa Fe.
Frequently asked questions
Which Lomas de Chapultepec restaurant is good for a date?
Issi is an easy, pleasant option, Treze for fish and seafood in a calm setting, and Palominos Palmas if you prefer a terrace and a grill.
Which area is best for a daytime date?
Coyoacán, Condesa and Roma, for their plazas, parks and cafés; also Chapultepec Forest and its museums.
Do the restaurants mentioned pay to be listed?
No. We have no commercial relationship with any of them; the selection draws on dining guides and listings.
How much does dinner cost at these places?
It varies widely by restaurant and what you order. Check the menu or the venue’s website before booking.
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