La Ópera
La Opera offers diners a glimpse of history in a classic 19th-century bar.
La Ópera is one of the oldest bars in Mexico City, and its rich history is reflected also in the interior design: the bar features deep, dark polished wood, tiled floors, decorated ceilings, and frosted glass. The ambiance makes diners feel as though they have stepped back into the 1870s, when the establishment first opened, originally as a pastry shop catering to high society. Over the years, La Opera has served as the meeting place of notable journalists, politicians, artists, and authors. The venue also witnessed to the turbulence of the revolution: in 1910, the revolutionary hero Pancho Villa fired his gun at the ceiling, and the bullet hole remains visible to this day.
Today, the highlight of bar is its traditional tequila service. The menu features classic dishes, elegantly served, including many traditional favourites of Mexican cuisine.
