What to order at Maximo Bistrot

Must order
The seasonal tasting; whatever vegetable arrived that morning from the farm.
Editor tip
Closed Mondays; the dining room moved to the larger Alvaro Obregon space in 2021. Book three weeks ahead.
CuisineModern Mexican With French Technique
Price$$$$
Tasting menuMXN 2,200
NeighborhoodRoma Norte
ChefEduardo Lalo Garcia
Book ahead3 weeks
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Taste The seasonal tasting; whatever vegetable arrived that morning from the farm. with a local in Mexico City

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Location

Address: Av. Alvaro Obregon 65 Bis, Roma Norte, Cuauhtemoc, 06700 Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City

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