Mexico City is not only famous for its history, food, and vibrant rhythm. It also has well-kept secrets behind fake books, mysterious doors, and façades no one would suspect. Let’s talk about speakeasies: clandestine bars inspired by the prohibition time, where entering feels like a secret mission… and every cocktail is worth it.
If you like exclusive, different, and out-of-the-ordinary things, this article is for you. Here we will present five speakeasies you should visit on your next trip to Mexico City, and we will tell you how to stay close to enjoy the full experience.
1. HANKY PANKY COCKTAIL BAR
📍 Colonia Juárez
One of the first speakeasies that established Mexico on the world cocktail map. It doesn’t have a sign or bar façade, and to enter you need a reservation (and the secret location).
Why should you go?
- Surprising signature cocktails
- Intimate and elegant environment
- Personalize attention and high-level mixology
Stay nearby: My Place Zócalo will put you a few minutes away from the heart of the Historic Center, and a quick Uber away from Colonial Juárez. It is ideal if you want to combine history, culture, and nightlife in one trip.
2. HANDSHAKE SPEAKEASY
📍 Reforma / Juárez
Classified as one of the best bars in the world by The World’s 50 Best Bars, this place has it all: mystery, retro design, and a cocktail menu that is pure creativity. From the outside, it looks like a closed barber shop, but once you’re inside… your night is transformed.
Why should you go?
- Elegant environment and a touch of déco art
- Personalized experiences according to your mood
- Bartenders who are true artists
Stay nearby: The Gallery at My Place Condesa, you’ll be less than 15 minutes away by car. Additionally, you can explore la Roma walking before or after your visit.
3. LICORERÍA LIMANTOUR (SECRET BAR)
📍 Colonia Roma
Although Limantour is a very well-known bar, few people know it has a more intimate, tucked-away back bar. If you manage to get in, you’ll discover a more private and surprisingly unique experience.
Why go?
- Internationally award-winning cocktails
- A relaxed, stylish atmosphere
- Perfect for starting—or ending—the night
Stay nearby: The Gallery at My Place Condesa is the best option. You’ll be literally in the heart of this artistic neighborhood, surrounded by restaurants, cafés, galleries… and several hidden bars waiting to be discovered.
4. TOLEDO ROOFTOP (SECRET ACCESS)
📍 Colonia Juárez
Although it’s a newer spot, this bar has everything a modern speakeasy should offer: a discreet entrance, panoramic views, and signature craft cocktails. The vibe is bohemian and laid-back—perfect for watching the sunset while enjoying live music.
Why go?
- City views from a hidden rooftop
- Fresh, creative mixology—ideal for summer
- A young, artistic atmosphere with no pretension
Stay nearby: My Place at Zócalo is just a short drive away. From there, you can easily combine the highlights of the Historic Center with getaways to trendier neighborhoods like Juárez or Roma. Start the year by traveling to these destinations!
THE NIGHT IN MEXICO CITY HAS ITS SECRETS… AND NOW YOU KNOW THEM
The speakeasies are not only bars: they are experiences. Spaces where every drink, every hidden entrance, and every detail are designed to surprise you. And now that you know the best, you only need one thing: to choose where you’re staying so you can visit them whenever you want.
Do it like an expert traveler, with style, comfort, and a well-served drink.