Casa Franca

Jazz bar with great music and a rooftop for a more intimate setting. Arriving at the nondescript door, we were greeted by a rather pretentious host who wasn’t very clear on the bar’s overall concept, other than mentioning that the jazz bar had a $150 pesos cover charge to be paid at the end of the visit. We headed up to check out the main floor, which was lively and packed. The performance leaned more towards rock than jazz but still had a lively atmosphere. Finding the bar area was a bit confusing, as it wasn’t clearly indicated. While deciding whether to stay, a waitress informed us that there’s a rooftop with no cover, offering a more intimate experience. We headed up to the top floor, where we were seated and given menus. The menus were the same as downstairs, but the quieter rooftop allowed for easier conversations. We ordered cocktails, which were served promptly, but the service remained a bit impersonal throughout. The drinks were great, and the rooftop’s atmosphere was lovely, with our waitress checking in on us throughout the night. I’d recommend making a reservation if you’re interested in enjoying the jazz performance downstairs, or opt for the rooftop if you’re looking for a quieter spot to enjoy good drinks and conversation. A clearer explanation of the bar’s two different areas (one with a cover charge and one without) would have been helpful.

This was such a mixed experience. Went twice - the first time just sat at the bar and had great cocktails. A total ‘4 star’ experience. Ambiance is great. We didn’t have reservations on the weekend and went around 830pm. We did this to check out the suitability for this venue as a family New Years Eve spot. Even though it took weeks to figure out how to make reservations from contacting various people via WhatsApp, Instagram messaging and even going in person to book with the bartender…once we actually arrived for New Years Eve at 9pm (as they advised) we had to wait outside for 30 minutes….why? They seemed so unprepared as if they’d never had an event there before. We were sat at the wrong table and asked what we ordered - huh? (we partially prepaid and pre-ordered.) The food was really bad. Most of it was cold - we sent it back, it came back still cold. The dessert was some dirt-dry chocolate inedible thing. The service took forever. We had a table full of cocktails and then food with no beverages, not even water. We had about 4 different servers trying to figure out what was going on. And the music was so perplexing. Kind of experimental jazz improv instead of some fun NYE crowd pleasers. Then some guy got on the mic at 11:50pm and talked completely missing the actual 2025 countdown. What a disaster. I could go on but overall it was a bust. One star experience… However on a regular night with normal expectations this place could be a cute option - great roof top bar and lots of potential if only they could get some half competent people to manage the place.

Atmosphere was great!! Food so and so. Pulpo and taco was good! Patatas bravas unfortunately not. Served with ketchup

The place was cute and came recommended. The band was good but not what we were in the mood for, kind of mediocre. What really threw us off was the food. We had the arugula pizza which had zero flavor, I think frozen pizzas from commercial brands tasted better. The crust was thin and almost like a cracker. The kicker was I found a long ass hair in my carpaccio. Now it’s enough to send it back, but I had it in my mouth 🤢! You’d think they’d comp us something? I wasn’t looking for a free anything but when your guest gets a piece of hair in his mouth, I’m sorry but you need to do something.

Feels like a jazz bar that’s a touch past its prime. There’s not enough seating in front of the band, the sound is way too loud for such a small space, and the talent wasn’t incredible when I went - lots of jazz covers of popular songs? Nice atmosphere with the red lighting and velvet curtains though.

150MXN of cover, and yes, you need a reservation if you don’t want to be standing when the show starts. Nevertheless, the place itself, its lighting, the food, the wine selection and the live jazz trio were fantastic. The show normally starts at 10pm and goes until midnight. The night I went they played progressive jazz, drums, keys and saxophone. Pro tip. Make sure Hugo takes care of you. He is a fantastic host.

Love this place! The house itself is really cool with an awesome vintage style from room to room. Definitely make a reservation and ask to be in the main room if your goal is to see a jazz show. The seating isn’t as comfortable as in the side rooms but it’s worth it to be close to the stage. If you aren’t in the main room, you can’t see the band at all and the music is more distant. You don’t feel like you’re at a jazz show but rather a cool speakeasy instead. Both great experiences, just depends on what you’re looking for. Great cocktails too!

Very good live music. If you can do the reservation beforehand, ask for the table seat. Much better!