Interior Designer’s Guide to Mexico City
I recently spent a week in Mexico City sourcing for our project in Zihuatanejo, Mexico. We went there looking for slabs, plumbing fixtures, locally made linens and unique items to style their home. All the things they will use everyday and give their Mexico home an authentic feel. I have curated a list of places to eat, visit, and of course shop for your home. Whether you’re visiting soon for fun or you’re a fellow designer looking for sourcing recommendations, this list is for you!
Restaurants
Where the interiors are almost as good as the food.
Pujol: Very popular place to eat because of its two Michelin stars. The interior was stunning…super moody. This restaurant is ranked number 33 in the whole world! See photos 1-2.
Rosetta: Located in a stunning townhouse in Roma. The greenery and the old-world charm are perfection. We stumbled upon this place while sourcing and had no idea this spot also had two Michelin stars. It was so delicious. See photos 3-4.
Bistro 44: Okay, hot take…this French food was actually better than some of the food I had in Paris. It had the best French onion soup! The vibe is so cozy and authentic. See photos 5-6.
Harry’s Steakhouse: Our clients love this place as they are located all over the world, but the interiors at this location is unmatched. This place was unbelievable with a fluted stone bar and massive arched shelves. So much attention to detail. See photos 7-8.
La Casa del Pastor: When in CDMX, you obviously have to have some tacos. This is the place for that.
Shopping
There is huge shopping scene here. So I would suggest to head to all the fashion malls with all the designer brands. Since I was working I did not get to do a lot of browsing, but I wanted to include that for you all because the shopping there is so good!
Fashion
El Palacio de Hierro, Polanco: Tons of high-end fashion and designer labels. I did not do a lot of shopping as I was here for work, but I did forget my sunglasses. So a trip to Prada for some new ones was a must.
Golden Goose Flagship: A must-visit. I wouldn’t say I am a huge Golden Goose girl, but I was in awe with this store! The interior was incredible with so much attention to detail. The best part is how you can fully customize your sneakers on-site.
Home Goods
This is where we were looking around at possible places to source. I will be honest, I was finding a lot of cool places online before I came that did not impress me in-person. So here is my curated list of places I suggest.
Difane: Really beautiful furniture. It’s very contemporary-cool. See photos 1+2
Onora: Everything is handmade and so adorable. If you want textiles or small decor that feel "authentic" but elevated, this is it. See photo 3.
Bomboti: A curated dream filled with "maker" items. Great for finding those unique, one-of-a-kind styling objects. See photo 4
Trinitate: If you’re looking for those stunning large-scale planters or classic stoneware, this is the spot. See photo 5
Originario: This one has the vibrant pink room and fun, vibrant Mexican design pieces. See photo 6.
Perla Valtierra: The iconic high end, handcrafted ceramics. See photos 7-8
Note: I was very excited to shop for art while I was here and was unimpressed with the options. Keep that in mind if that is something you’re looking to find here.
Must-Sees
We had to make some time to see the sights. Here are the highlights:
The Opera House (Palacio de Bellas Artes): Such a beautiful building. It combines a neoclassical exterior and Art Deco interior. It is known as the “art cathedral of Mexico.” I could not get over the attention to detail on this building. See photo 1.
The Post Office (Palacio de Correos): I know it sounds weird to visit a post office, but this is maybe the most beautiful one in the whole world. It is known for its eclectic style. Look at that photo!!! See photo 2.
House of Tiles (Casa de los Azulejos): This landmark is easily recognizable because its covered in blue and white Talavera tile. The perfect spot for a photo but it is also has a restaurant and shop inside. See photo 3.
The Library (Vasconcelos): You guys. This building is nicknamed the “Megabiblioteca” and for good reason. It’s over 400,000 square feet! It’s filled with sculptures from several different artists and I was left speechless. Almost missed my dinner reservation because I lost track of time while exploring! See photo 4.
The Angel of Independence: Probably the most recognizable landmark as it represents Mexico’s independence. See photo 5.
Metropolitan Cathedral: An iconic building in CDMX with a very cool history. See photo 6
What I Wore
I always get tons of questions about my outfits over on IG so I thought I would link it all here for your convenience. Happy shopping!
I’m already plotting my next trip back because just one week just wasn't enough to see everything. CDMX has such a special energy, and I honestly can’t wait to get back there when I have a bit more time to truly wander. I hope this guide helps skip some of the guesswork and makes your own planning a little easier!
If you end up visiting any of these spots, send me a message over on IG. I’d love to hear what you think. Until next time!
