Colonia Juarez, close to Mexico City’s historic centre has got its groove back, with new museums, art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, urban markets, street markets, shopping malls, etc... Stage of literary creations, near to other trendy neighborhoods Condesa, la Roma and much more.
Colonia Juárez was founded in the late 19th century as a neighborhood for the wealthy looking to escape the pollution and over population of Centro. A wave of openings over the past few years has seen interest in Juárez. Havre 77 is an oyster bar and restaurant from feted young chef Lalo García; other new spots include Lucerna Comedor, Teo Luncheonette, Taberna Luciferina, Osteria Isabella and Kyo Sushi. Milan 44 is an “urban market” where people can go for excellent coffee and cheese, a beard trim or a yoga class. In the past three years, three of Mexico City’s most exciting contemporary art galleries – José García, Marso and Karen Huber – have opened in Juárez. But the most anticipated newcomer is Amaya, a new restaurant and wine bar from Jair Téllez, the chef behind two of Mexico’s best restaurants. For Téllez, Juárez is a fusion of the best of new and old Mexico City: “A wave of creativity has made its way across the city and hit the spinal cord of Avenida Reforma. You don’t know what to expect here, and that makes it very exciting."