One of the city's classic lunch reservations. Bright room, celebratory mood, and seafood dishes that have become part of Mexico City's modern canon.
Why It Belongs on the List
Contramar is Gabriela Cámara’s iconic seafood restaurant in Roma Norte and one of the defining lunch experiences in Mexico City. The tostadas de atún and the grilled red-and-green snapper are signatures that have been widely imitated. The room is bright and celebratory; the crowd mixes locals, visiting chefs, and travelers. No reservations — arrive before 1pm or expect a wait.
What Stands Out
- Tostadas de atún — the signature dish
- Bright, celebratory dining room
- No reservations — arrive by 1pm
- Gabriela Cámara’s iconic Roma restaurant
- Best long lunch in the city