6 Seafood spots you have to try in Mexico City for easter

Mexico City has a special relationship with seafood during Lent and Easter. Even though the nearest beach is more than three hours away, fresh ingredients arrive every year from both the Pacific and the Gulf, turning into ceviches, aguachiles, and grilled fish dishes.

If you want to make the most of the season, these 6 seafood spots in Mexico City are great options, from traditional experiences to more contemporary restaurants.

Contramar

Where? Durango 200, Roma Norte

When it comes to seafood in Mexico City, Contramar is a true classic. Located in Roma, it is known for its signature pescado a la talla served with two sauces and its focus on fresh ingredients.

It usually opens around midday and offers a relaxed dining experience where seafood takes center stage on an à la carte menu. A great choice if you are looking for something more elevated than traditional.

La docena oyster bar and grill

Where? Álvaro Obregón 31, Roma Norte

La Docena is one of the most well known seafood spots in the city, especially for its freshly shucked oysters, aguachiles, and wood fired dishes. To complete the experience, desserts like the dulce de leche lava cake stand out.

The concept blends seafood with contemporary techniques in a relaxed atmosphere that works for both casual meals and gatherings with friends. If you enjoy oysters or northern style seafood, this is one of the best places to try them in the city.

Mi Compa Chava marisquería

Locations in Roma Norte and Coyoacán

Inspired by Pacific coast cuisine, especially from Sinaloa, Mi Compa Chava has become one of the most popular seafood spots in the city.

Standout dishes include aguachiles, ceviches, and shrimp crusts, along with favorites like crispy fish skins and unique desserts such as dulce de leche coyotas. The vibe is lively and relaxed, ideal if you are looking for something more festive during Easter.

Agua and Sal

Campos Elíseos, Polanco

For a more contemporary experience, Agua and Sal is one of the most refined seafood restaurants, located in one of the city’s most exclusive areas. The menu focuses on fresh ceviches with Peruvian and Caribbean influences, prepared to order and beautifully presented. It is perfect if you are looking for a calmer, more sophisticated setting, with standout dishes beyond seafood like creamy rice with veal or lomo saltado.

Marisquero Buffet de Mariscos, La Viga

Calzada de la Viga 124, Venustiano Carranza

If there is one place that captures the tradition of eating seafood in Mexico City, it is La Viga. This area is home to one of the most well known seafood corridors in the city.

One of the favorites is Marisquero Buffet de Mariscos, where you can find more than 45 different dishes including ceviche, paella, fried fish, and garlic shrimp for around 465 MXN per person, with additional promotions available.

The concept is simple: abundant buffet, family friendly atmosphere, and fresh ingredients. It is especially popular during Lent because it allows you to try multiple dishes in one visit.

La Langosta Buffet de Mariscos, La Viga

Calzada de la Viga 124, interior 4, Venustiano Carranza

Another classic in the area is La Langosta, a well known buffet for those looking for generous seafood without complications.

The restaurant offers more than 50 seafood dishes including shrimp, octopus, ceviches, and fried fish for around 285 MXN per person. If you want to try their dessert selection, you can add 65 MXN. Drinks are not included. It tends to get crowded during Easter, so arriving early is recommended.

Eating seafood during easter is also about exploring the city

Part of the charm of eating seafood in Mexico City is that every area offers something different, from traditional buffets in La Viga to contemporary restaurants in Roma or Polanco. That is why many travelers take advantage of the season to explore different food neighborhoods during their stay.

If you are visiting during Easter, staying in well connected areas such as Roma, Condesa, Juárez, or Cuauhtémoc makes it easy to move between restaurants and traditional markets.

Kukun apartment stays work especially well for this type of trip. You can spend the day exploring different seafood spots and return to a comfortable space without depending on hotel schedules. Because in Mexico City, the best plans almost always begin around the table.