Hugo

"Hugo feels like a Lower East Side transplant with a Mexican spin, which we guess is what happens when two former New York residents relocate here and open a place. Their wines, of course, are a highlight—they’re mostly natural, and many of them come from Mexico’s wine region in Valle de Guadalupe. Food-wise they keep it simple, with small plates of things like kampachi crudo and fennel with fava beans (though they also make a fantastic roasted chicken). Reserve a table in advance, or plan on showing up as early as your grandparents would to get a seat." - guillaume guevara

"Hugo feels like a Lower East Side transplant with a Mexican twist, which we guess is what happens when two former New York residents relocate here and open a place. Their wines, of course, are a highlight—they’re mostly natural, and many of them come from Mexico’s wine region in Valle de Guadalupe. Food-wise they keep it simple, with small plates of things like kampachi crudo and fennel with fava beans (though they also make a fantastic roasted chicken). Reserve a table in advance, or plan on showing up as early as your grandparents would to get a seat." - guillaume guevara

"When you emerge from the world of Contramar in a white wine-soaked haze, the only thing you’ll be thinking about is whether you’ll be able to squeeze in another lunch at Contramar before you leave. So while you seriously consider extending your vacation, it’s time to drink more wine.  Hugo El Wine Bar in Roma is run by two New York transplants, and tables here are usually full of people wearing Adidas and talking about how remote work really changed everything. For the best chance of a table, swing by during those few hours between lunch and dinner, when it becomes clear that if you don’t keep going you will just fall asleep. Hugo’s wine list is largely natural bottles from Mexico’s wine region, so it’ll almost feel like you’re at your local wine bar, except you’ll probably feel happier, and more on vacation. " - willa moore

"Hugo feels like a Lower East Side transplant with a Mexican twist, which we guess is what happens when two former New York residents relocate here and open a place. Their wines, of course, are a highlight—they’re mostly natural, and many of them come from Mexico’s wine region in Valle de Guadalupe. Food-wise they keep it simple, with small plates of things like kampachi crudo and fennel with fava beans (though they also make a fantastic roasted chicken). Reserve a table in advance, or plan on showing up as early as your grandparents would to get a seat." - Guillaume Guevara