Emilio · Restaurant · Mexico City
Basque and Spanish fire over Parque Lincoln
Emilio sits on the avenue it is named after, looking over the water mirror of Parque Lincoln in Polanquito, and it is one of the most openly hedonistic rooms in Polanco. Grupo Carolo relaunched the address as a Basque and Spanish house, with the group's gastronomic direction under Cesar de la Parra, and the brief is simple: make a guest in Mexico City feel like they just sat down in Spain.
The kitchen is built around rice cooked over firewood, the Alicante method, where the wood fire concentrates the stock and lacquers the grains. Around the rices sit the Spanish standards done properly, from Iberico ham and croquetas to fish and shellfish cooked with restraint, and the group makes a point of sustainable sourcing from the wood it burns to the seafood it buys. There is a cigar room, a priv
Address: Av. Emilio Castelar 107, Polanco IV Seccion, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de Mexico, CDMX, Mexico, Mexico City
Emilio takes reservations on its own booking page. This MyRSVP guide covers the room, what it is known for and when to go in Mexico City; use the booking link on this page to reserve direct.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 07:00 - 00:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 00:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 00:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 00:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 00:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 00:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 22:00
Frequently asked about Emilio
How do I get a reservation at Emilio in Mexico City?
Tables at Emilio are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger Mexico City plan, MyRSVP handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Emilio?
Emilio is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Emilio?
Emilio runs an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Emilio located?
Emilio is in Mexico City, at Av. Emilio Castelar 107, Polanco IV Seccion, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de Mexico, CDMX, Mexico. MyRSVP can build it into a full Mexico City itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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