January is the coldest month of the year, and 2025 brings an especially brisk winter to Mexico City. Arctic air masses and persistent cold fronts have transformed the city into a chilly landscape that calls for more than cozy sweaters and scarves.
For those looking to escape the cold, there’s nothing better than indulging in a warm, comforting meal in a welcoming setting.
Here are three great restaurants in Mexico City that combine inviting atmospheres with outstanding cuisine, making them the perfect spots to weather the winter chill.
Quesería de Mi (Alfonso Reyes 164, Condesa)
Tucked in the cool Condesa neighborhood, Quesería de Mi feels like winter all year round. Its cozy decor and inviting cheese, coffee, and spices aromas make it the perfect refuge from the cold. The restaurant’s menu revolves around its star ingredient: cheese.
Start your meal with a customizable cheese board, perfect for sharing, or dive straight into their Swiss-style fondue, where melted cheese and white wine create a comforting and indulgent experience. For those dining solo, the jitomate soup is a must-try—thick, rustic, and served with a touch of Italian pesto and fresh goat cheese.
Vegetarians will love the Chapata Cerdeña, a hearty baguette filled with roasted eggplant, zucchini, and portobello mushrooms, topped with Asiago cheese and served with potato wedges.
Another standout is the Mac and cheese, a nostalgic and elevated dish. Served piping hot with a sprinkle of nutmeg, the creamy, cheesy pasta al dente is impossible to resist.
Pair your meal with their selection of craft beers or wines, and end with a slice of their carrot cake—a sweet, moist treat topped with cream cheese frosting. It’s the perfect way to cap off a satisfying winter meal.
Casa d’Italia (Agustín Melgar 6, Condesa)
Also located in Condesa, Casa d’Italia is a charming, unpretentious Italian eatery that feels like a well-kept secret—until you realize that some of the best-guided food tours in Mexico DF have caught on and included it as a must-visit spot for pasta lovers.
While it may appear cliché at first glance, with its checkered red-and-white tablecloths and warm-hued walls, stepping inside reveals a cozy and authentic atmosphere that’s as inviting as it is delicious.
The extensive menu boasts over 30 options, but the pasta stands out here. Each dish is made with care, featuring flawlessly cooked pasta and rich, balanced sauces.
Favorites include the crab pasta, bursting with bold, briny flavors, and the shrimp pasta with peperoncino, offering just the right amount of heat. However, the truffle and mushroom pappardelle steal the show’s luxurious, earthy flavors.
While the wine list is relatively small, it features a thoughtful selection of Italian and Spanish classics.
Though the appetizers and desserts could use more finesse, Casa d’Italia’s cozy ambiance and unforgettable pasta make it a winter dining destination worth visiting.
Soul La Roma (Tabasco 101, Roma)
For a more urban, edgy experience, head to Soul La Roma in the trendy Roma neighborhood. It’s the perfect final stop on your food tour in Mexico DF to end a cold winter night.
Combining industrial decor, dim lighting, and an incredible garage-house soundtrack, this restaurant offers a unique blend of comfort food and culinary creativity.
The menu, crafted by chef Roberto de la Parra, is a tribute to urban cuisine. It features reimagined classics like pork belly bites, gourmet hot dogs, and decadent burgers.
The standout here is the Mega Grilled Cheese Burger Sandwich, a towering creation with 585 grams of perfectly seasoned meat, melted Danish cheese, and buttery buns. It’s a dish that truly lives up to the term food porn.
The Soul Cheese N’ Bacon is an indulgent choice for hot dog lovers. It features a Frankfurt sausage topped with creamy Mac & cheese and crispy bacon cubes. Vegetarians and vegans will also find options, including plantain, portobello burgers, and quinoa salads.
Save room for dessert—the BNB (Brownie, Nutella, Bacon) is a showstopper. A warm brownie topped with Nutella, vanilla ice cream, and a strip of soft bacon delivers a surprising and delicious mix of sweet, salty, and smoky flavors.
