What to order at Contramar

Must order
The tuna tostada and the pescado a la talla, split red and green down the middle.
Signature dishes
Tuna tostada, Pescado a la talla, Fish tacos
Editor tip
Open lunch only; arrive by 13:00 or expect a 45 minute wait. Half the dining room books out for the same lunch every Wednesday.
CuisineMexican Seafood
Price$$$
NeighborhoodRoma Norte
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Address: Calle de Durango 200, Roma Norte, Cuauhtemoc, 06700 Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico City

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