As with all large cities, Mexico City nightlife offers numerous places for you to enjoy including nightclubs, bars and a whole host of restaurants and cafes.
Black Out
Inspired by the New York night scene and with a concept created by set designer Felipe Fernandez del Paso (production designer of the movie Frida), Black Out is an innovative club that charges no cover, offers reasonable prices and a variety of fast food. It features a nearly 50 foot long bar and the impressive ''counter bar'', which stands 30 feet tall. Those who frequent Blackout are normally between 20 and 40 years old. The Zona Rosa is the home of this bar, which can hold up to 300 people and offers three floors decorated with black drapes, mirrors and fantastic lighting, creating a very elite atmosphere. The third level is a VIP zone.
Bulldog Cafe
Bulldog Cafe opened in 1992 creating a totally new concept in nightlife entertainment. Popularly known as The Rock & Roll House, Bulldog Cafe has served as a stage for important international rock bands such as Guns N Roses, Radiohead, Poison, Great White, The Romantics and several others. It is also known for presenting a variety of new talented national bands, some of which have eventually gone on to become famous.
Celtics Condesa
This typical Celtic pub, located in the heart of ''Condesa'', a very well known chic area of Mexico City, features both Irish and British music. Celtics Condesa is furnished with comfortable sofas and oversized arm chairs and is an excellent place for a chat and a few drinks with friends. Once in a while they have bands playing live and this is when many of the regulars don traditional kilts and order several rounds of Guinness. A guaranteed good night out for all concerned!
King's British Pub
Why be content with just one region when you can have all the riches of an entire kingdom? At King's British Pub, sample the best beers from around the world, and enjoy music in the form of live bands covering popular English songs, or mixes by the house DJs. The regular clientele are young people between 25 and 35 years of age looking for a laid back atmosphere, different from the sophisticated, minimalist lounges that have become a little passe for many Mexicans. Try traditional British cuisine, such as fish and chips, accompanied by a refreshing pint of beer. Visit any of King's British Pub's four branches, located in Satelite, Loreto, Polanco and Santa Fe for a great night out.
El Colmillo
This is already a classic underground Mexico City nightclub. It's located in the Roma neighborhood and you can find talented live DJs playing the best electronic music. What to wear? Don't even worry! Here people come in whatever makes them feel comfortable!
El Hijo del Cuervo
A pleasant recipe: take a house with Coyoacan garden view, lots of charm and plenty of history; sprinkle inside the creme de la creme of the intellectual elite of the city. Add an excellent ambiance. It's almost done! Now enter, along with your friends and enjoy El Hijo del Cuervo, definitely a perfect spot for an evening of cultural entertainment.
El Hotel
This is a classic fashionable Mexico City nightclub. It's always one of the most crowded, usually full of young clubbers eager to get the party started. If you like pop and electronic music, then this is your place! However, we recommend you to get there early because there is usually a big queue.
Federica
Federica bar is situated in a big old house, typical of the La Condesa neighborhood. If you love a few drinks and some good conversation then come to Federica bar. This place has a very classy fashionable ambiance and it's the meeting point for the "glitzy" people of Mexico City. Federica is a small cozy place, far away from the big crowds, where exclusivity and intimacy are the key elements for a romantic evening or a relaxing conversation with friends.
Hindoo
This great Lounge moves a tiny but sophisticated spot of India to the exclusive area of Lomas de Santa Fe. It features several lounge rooms with peculiar and special ambiance, where pop and electronic are the reigning music. If you want to experience Mexico City nightlife, this is definitely a place that you cant miss!
Mama Rumba
If you enjoy cumbia or salsa music, then Mama Rumba is the ideal place to dance the night away. The crowd is always energetic, the atmosphere is lively and the mojitos, delicious! Come and find out why at Mama Rumba, they say ''the night never ends''.
Pasaguero
This is probably one of the most diverse spots in Mexico City. One day it's a gallery, the next it's a concert hall and another one it's the headquarters of the most original parties. Rock and jazz are the main genres enjoyed here, as well as works of art and group performances. Pasaguero has turned into an artists meeting point, where you can also meet a variety of interesting people, such as tourists, foreign DJs, singers and the latest jazz and rock bands.
Pedro Infante no ha muerto!
In the south of the city, there is a place where people go after an exciting night out in the Mexico City nightclubs. The Peter, as it is popularly known, is a tiny but lively karaoke bar that reaches its peak well into the night. After a few drinks for a little extra confidence, you will see many people up on the stage performing Shakira, Luis Miguel, Madonna and Bon Jovi. Perform your favorite song and make the crowd scream Pedro Infante is not dead! (Pedro Infante was a very popular Mexican singer).
T-Lounge
This pleasant bar, located in the La Condesa neighborhood, is easily recognizable by the giant cup at the entrance. It features a restaurant on the first floor and a Lounge Bar on the second. This bar features two independent lounge rooms, a blue one ideal to chat and flirt, and a red one where the music is louder and the atmosphere is livelier. It's totally up to you, just pick the room that suits your mood and get ready for a great night out in Mexico City.