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"Tlecān, named after the Náhuatl word for “place of fire,” is a mezcaleria that celebrates Mexican heritage with its menu and decor. It features earthen hues and clay pottery, evoking the wild desert landscapes where agave grows. The bar showcases a deep reverence for Prehispanic culture with the iconic Disc of Death sculpture and artisanal agave distillates from small, independent producers across Mexico. Co-owner Eli Martínez designed a drink menu that highlights differences in distillates through neat pours and inventive cocktails. Signature drinks include the Paloma Blanca and Tascalate Sour. Reservations are suggested." - Lauren Mowery

Where to Taste Mezcal in Mexico City

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"If you’re looking for mezcal cocktails, or drinks made with less common agave spirits like lechuguilla or bacanora, Tlecan is your spot. All of the drinks are made with Mexican ingredients like chile or hoja santa, and they have a great, albeit small, food menu, too. We like the tuna tostadas and their take on burrata, which is actually made of queso oaxaca and requesón. It’s (mostly) standing-room only with just a few stools, which is a great excuse to bop around the bar and chat with some strangers." - guillaume guevara

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"If you’re looking for mezcal cocktails, or drinks made with less common agave spirits like lechuguilla or bacanora, Tlecan is your spot. All of the drinks are made with Mexican ingredients like chile or hoja santa, and they have a great, albeit small, food menu, too. We like the tuna tostadas and their take on burrata, which is actually made of queso oaxaca and requesón. It’s (mostly) standing-room only with just a few stools, which is a great excuse to bop around the bar and chat with some strangers." - Guillaume Guevara

Tlecan - Review - Roma - Mexico City - The Infatuation

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"It wasn’t until January 2023, over a long weekend in Mexico City, separated from work by thousands of miles, that we could finally focus. A few mezcals deep at Tlecan." - Bettina Makalintal

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John Coates

Google

The staff here are trying their hardest to serve as many people as possible as quickly as possible with some of the best cocktails around. They are all exceptionally friendly. They probably let too many folks in but I think it is because they don’t want to disappoint all that show up. So, just way busier than the other places in town that are heavy on reservations. In short, expect it to be busy, expect a line that moves, expect to stand, expect a great cocktail. The staff are trying their best and are exceptionally nice trying to serve everyone.

Maria

Google

Fantastic cocktails in a very cool, low key ambiance. One of the best things about Tlecan is the service! We arrived at 5:50 to ensure we could get inside and the guys were super kind about it. From the second we entered, the service was top notch. The main bartender answered all of our (many) questions and gave helpful guidance on what to order. Cannot recommend this place enough. *they’ve been open for ~2 years and are already #10 on the Top50 cocktail bar list!! Run, don’t walk!

054

Google

I was sitting in the side bar and there are one drunk couple keeping hitting me during that time. But the dude name's Mike was keeping help me out in that time even that's nothing to the bar. Drink is unique and taste. Salute to the service people here.

Paige Stauske

Google

Very unique cocktail bar, specializing in mezcal. The service is impeccable. There is a wide variety of drink styles to choose from and it’s fun to watch the bar tender make them! Small inside, so recommend getting there close to opening (6pm) to ensure you get a place to sit!

Anton S.

Google

Atmosphere 7/10 Very unique concept - no reservations, no seatings, no dress code. Aztec themed standing room with authentic design elements. Incents create a nice smell inside. Instead of a backbar, you will see some pots and pans with food (?!). Music volume is pleasant. Inside is pretty chaotic atmosphere though because of the standing concept and partial overcrowding Drinks 7/10 Recommendation: Tascalate Sour Unfortunately only QR code menu - not a fan. Almost all drinks are mezcal or tequila based. The drinks represent classic cocktails with a Mexican twist. Cocktails were well balanced. No coasters Service 6/10 Despite the chaos, the staff managed to take orders and bring out drinks in a relatively swift manner. But because of the concept, you can’t expect any further service… #20 Best Bars in the world 2024 according to @50bestbars Definitely a refreshing bar concept catering to groups of young people. Personally, I don’t think this bar belongs on the Best Bars list

Liz Miller

Google

Took over 40 minutes to come our drinks, we even asked to leave but the waiter kept insisting our drinks were made, they weren't took another 20 minutes. They gave us a cheap shot of mezcal and some mixed snacks to apologize which was nice, but imagine the disappointment when they drinks were so poorly made we didn't even stay to finish them. For the price charged, and the wait, I'd have expected something a bit better. We'd just had amazing mezcal margaritas down the street for half the price. There is almost no seating room and the bar is super small so hopefully you enjoy lots of people in close spaces.

marques cardiel

Google

Great drinks and the bartenders are very attentive. The prices are average for the area. It’s a bit of a small space so it can get very packed on the weekends.

Raj Alonso

Google

The bar is great and and the drinks are good. The place can get crowded and 90% if it is standing only. I really want to like this place but with so many options in CDMX like Liceroria and Bar Mauro it’s tough place to make a return.

John Coates

Google

The staff here are trying their hardest to serve as many people as possible as quickly as possible with some of the best cocktails around. They are all exceptionally friendly. They probably let too many folks in but I think it is because they don’t want to disappoint all that show up. So, just way busier than the other places in town that are heavy on reservations. In short, expect it to be busy, expect a line that moves, expect to stand, expect a great cocktail. The staff are trying their best and are exceptionally nice trying to serve everyone.

Maria

Google

Fantastic cocktails in a very cool, low key ambiance. One of the best things about Tlecan is the service! We arrived at 5:50 to ensure we could get inside and the guys were super kind about it. From the second we entered, the service was top notch. The main bartender answered all of our (many) questions and gave helpful guidance on what to order. Cannot recommend this place enough. *they’ve been open for ~2 years and are already #10 on the Top50 cocktail bar list!! Run, don’t walk!

054

Google

I was sitting in the side bar and there are one drunk couple keeping hitting me during that time. But the dude name's Mike was keeping help me out in that time even that's nothing to the bar. Drink is unique and taste. Salute to the service people here.

Paige Stauske

Google

Very unique cocktail bar, specializing in mezcal. The service is impeccable. There is a wide variety of drink styles to choose from and it’s fun to watch the bar tender make them! Small inside, so recommend getting there close to opening (6pm) to ensure you get a place to sit!

Anton S.

Google

Atmosphere 7/10 Very unique concept - no reservations, no seatings, no dress code. Aztec themed standing room with authentic design elements. Incents create a nice smell inside. Instead of a backbar, you will see some pots and pans with food (?!). Music volume is pleasant. Inside is pretty chaotic atmosphere though because of the standing concept and partial overcrowding Drinks 7/10 Recommendation: Tascalate Sour Unfortunately only QR code menu - not a fan. Almost all drinks are mezcal or tequila based. The drinks represent classic cocktails with a Mexican twist. Cocktails were well balanced. No coasters Service 6/10 Despite the chaos, the staff managed to take orders and bring out drinks in a relatively swift manner. But because of the concept, you can’t expect any further service… #20 Best Bars in the world 2024 according to @50bestbars Definitely a refreshing bar concept catering to groups of young people. Personally, I don’t think this bar belongs on the Best Bars list

Liz Miller

Google

Took over 40 minutes to come our drinks, we even asked to leave but the waiter kept insisting our drinks were made, they weren't took another 20 minutes. They gave us a cheap shot of mezcal and some mixed snacks to apologize which was nice, but imagine the disappointment when they drinks were so poorly made we didn't even stay to finish them. For the price charged, and the wait, I'd have expected something a bit better. We'd just had amazing mezcal margaritas down the street for half the price. There is almost no seating room and the bar is super small so hopefully you enjoy lots of people in close spaces.

marques cardiel

Google

Great drinks and the bartenders are very attentive. The prices are average for the area. It’s a bit of a small space so it can get very packed on the weekends.

Raj Alonso

Google

The bar is great and and the drinks are good. The place can get crowded and 90% if it is standing only. I really want to like this place but with so many options in CDMX like Liceroria and Bar Mauro it’s tough place to make a return.

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