Dedicated to showing the best of Oaxacan cuisine makes for a unique dining experience within Mérida. Whether eating fried zucchini blossoms, or beef short rib with pineapple sauce — the food and the people-watching at Apoala is hard to beat.

The hip restaurant uses the tag line to “unlock your senses,” so the experience is more than just the sense of taste. And it delivers. 

Dedicated to blending art, design, fashion and food in one stunning setting, Casa T’Hō feels like a discovery on Paseo de Montejo. Whether browsing boutiques of Mexican designers, sipping coffee in the shaded courtyard, or lingering over a refined lunch or cocktail at T’Hō Aperitivo — the atmosphere and style of the space make for an unforgettable Mérida experience.

As you walk into Michaela, you can feel the warmth of the atmosphere; it has a soulful and down-home energy with a hint of urban chic and New Orleans.

Rooted in the traditions of Yucatán, Museo de la Gastronomía Yucateca offers a dining experience that feels both cultural and deeply satisfying in Mérida’s historic center. Whether digging into cochinita pibil slow-cooked underground or sipping a fragrant sopa de lima in the courtyard — the flavors and the atmosphere at MUGY are not to be missed.

Oliva Enoteca is gaining regulars for its homemade gnocchi, classic pasta dishes, and lemony seafood risotto with fresh octopus. 

Picheta, is the best Yucatecan contemporary cuisine restaurant in Merida. Surrounded by history and with a unique view throughout the city.

Yierba Santa creates a new experience based on contemporary Mexican cuisine, which innovates the traditional dishes and offers new sensations to the palate. 

Enjoy Cantina la Negrita, a lively hangout located in the Historic Center of Mérida, offering a unique selection of tapas and cocktails, in addition to regular live music.

Nestled near Parque Santa Lucía, Lázaro Vermuteria brings a touch of contemporary mixology to Mérida’s nightlife. With artisanal cocktails made from Mexican spirits and a relaxed, speakeasy-inspired atmosphere, the bar is a favorite for an evening of creative drinks and live music. Whether enjoying a seasonal vermouth-based cocktail or settling in for jazz in an intimate setting — the experience at Lázaro Vermuteria is one of the city’s most charming night spots.

Salón Gallos cultural center, an innovative place which blends cinema, art, gastronomy, and gathers locals looking for a distinct experience. 

Taller Maya, a floor-to-ceiling windowed space, showcases clothing, accessories and homeware handmade by Yucatán artisans. 

Quinta Montes Molina, the Paseo de Montejo mansion that has remained in the Montes Molina family since they bought it in 1919. Being shown around the light-filled mansion is less like touring a museum than getting a glimpse into a lived-in family home, filled with objects from around the world through the generations.