7 Best Bars in Coyoacán, Mexico City

Talented mariachis, a long drinks list, and very tasty (though slightly expensive for the neighborhood) contemporary Mexican food are among the draws of this trendy modern cantina across the street from Jardín Centenario. But the biggest boast is the gracious setting: the main dining and drinking area is in a scenic courtyard with giant trees and a glass roof. There's a cozier bar upstairs, and next to the entrance, La Calaca has a cute little shop that sells fun gifts, crafts, and artwork.

Midway between Coyoacán's plazas and the Cineteca Nacional film center, this spacious, conversation-filled bar and grill stands out for its extensive selection of both Mexican and international craft beers on tap and by the bottle. But there's also a big all-day-and-night food menu featuring pretty tasty pizzas, burgers, pastas, sandwiches, and the like.

Although this dramatic space in a former 16th-century convent is better known as a restaurant, having drinks on the cloistered central patio is the best way to enjoy a visit here. The food is fine, but it's more about the setting, which is especially lovely around dusk, making it a great option for predinner cocktails. There's live music some evenings, too.

Students and intellectuals of all ages pack "the Raven's Son," thanks to an interesting mix of rock, jazz, and other live music performances as well as intriguing art shows on the walls. Set on the northwest corner of Jardín Centenario, it's also a nice spot to enjoy a beer or a light bite to eat on the patio. It stages occasional theater shows, too.

A trendy, youthful crowd congregates in this always-busy bar co-owned by actor Diego Luna and decorated with pop-art murals. You can sometimes catch alternative and rock bands performing, and there's better-than-average bar food (burgers, Jamaica quesadillas, seafood tacos, etc.) along with an extensive selection of mezcal and other top-shelf booze.