Testing, testing: our favorites of October!

If you want to enjoy alchemical drinks, menus that feel like an explosion of flavors, or micheladas with unique flavors, then don't miss our recommendations, as the kiwilimón team traveled all around the capital to bring you the best recommendations for cafes, restaurants, bars, and more. You can also read: Testing, testing: our favorite pizzas!Our favorites of the month At kiwilimón, we are food lovers, so it’s no surprise that our team is always on the lookout for new places to enjoy excellent dishes, drinks, desserts, and more. In October, we visited 5 must-see places in the capital. Which one will you visit first? Uroboros Alquimia con Café Are you tired of the pumpkin spice latte? Don’t like chain cafes? Then I have the perfect recommendation for you: Uroboros Alquimia con Café. This small café is a paradise for specialty coffee lovers, as its menu is carefully curated and offers a wide variety of drinks. All of their drinks will win you over from the first sip, especially their mocha, which has an intense flavor, and their uroboros coffee, which is the perfect blend of espresso, masala chai, and milk.  If you prefer drinks without coffee, they also have must-try options, like their thor drink, which is made with masala chai, cinnamon, coriander, fenugreek, cardamom, nutmeg, and black pepper. To accompany, ask what sweet bread they have, but take advantage of this season to order a pan de muerto.  Now you know, if you want to enjoy truly magical drinks, you have to visit Uroboros Alquimia con Café, a small café located in Santa María la Ribera, as not only is the service friendly, but the place is totally unpretentious and ideal for a date, reading a book, or chatting with friends. When will you visit them? Recommended by Gretel Morales, Editorial Coordinator.Voraz This is definitely a place that will blow your mind. This gastrocantina combines the best of the cocktail and food world to leave you with a smile from ear to ear. Voraz's kitchen mixes traditional Mexican ingredients and recipes with a contemporary touch; the chamorro and the arrachera mixteca are a hug to the heart. To top it all off, you can't miss the pecan tart with Brie cheese and vanilla ice cream. As for their drink bar, it is simply spectacular. The signature cocktails are unmatched, from a piña colada to a margarita with hoja santa, any of them will make you touch the sky. Personally, my favorite is the Melipon Sour. Don't forget to make a reservation!  Recommended by Iván Morel, Content Production Coordinator. Read more: Testing, testing: our favorites of September!Jametaro Although CDMX has been filled with restaurants offering ramen and Japanese food, the reality is that freshness and quality are not always ideal; however, Jametaro stands apart.  Located in the Santa María Ribera neighborhood, this restaurant offers one of the best ramens in the city. They have 3 options: soy, miso, and salt, and all are great choices. The best part? A large ramen costs between $150 and $190. If you prefer something different, then try their fried chicken, which is seasoned to perfection and remains very juicy. Pair it with gyozas, spring rolls, and a yakimeshi. Don’t leave without trying the dessert: a creamy matcha crepe cake.  Recommended by Inés Miselem, Design Coordinator.Bar Romelia If you're looking for an intimate space with good music to spend a pleasant time, Romelia is the right place. This bar located in the Roma neighborhood is a very cozy space, perfect for a date or to meet with friends. Bar Romelia specializes in tapas and wines, and also offers classic cocktails like the aperol spritz. Let us know which cocktail and tapa you like the most! Recommended by Mara Alpízar, Chef.Lagunilla Micheladas Are you a fan of fancy drinks? Do you love licuachelas and azulitos? Then you have to visit Lagunilla Micheladas, a small place that offers gomichelas, cantaritos, aperol spritz, and much more.  In addition to their fascinating drinks and cocktails, you will also find delicious snacks to share, like dorilicos, nachos, boneless, chialquiles rellenos, and more. Visit them at any of their two locations!  Recommended by Alexandra Romero, Chef. Continue reading: Testing, testing: our recommendations from August!