Almara Restaurante

Almara Restaurante: Mexi-Terranean Cooking in Colonia Juárez

Almara Restaurante serves Mexican-Mediterranean fusion cuisine, which the restaurant calls “Mexi-Terránea,” in the heart of Colonia Juárez in Mexico City. Located inside Galería Plaza Reforma hotel, it presents itself as a gourmet dining space for business meals and special occasions.

The menu brings European tradition together with Mexican flavors, combining local ingredients and Mediterranean techniques. Corporate chef Sylvain Desbois oversees the creative direction, while executive chef Luis Antonio Rodríguez leads the kitchen.

Dining: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The restaurant organizes its service into breakfast and lunch-and-dinner offerings. Breakfast is described as a combination of fresh ingredients, tradition, and a Mediterranean touch. Lunch and dinner take diners from Mexico to the Mediterranean, with house-made dishes that highlight fresh ingredients.

Dishes named by the restaurant include chicken breast with two sauces, beet ravioli with ricotta, chickpea hummus, a pistachio bar, a three-cheese omelet, and Mexi-Terranean mezze. The restaurant also features a chile en nogada season, with three versions: classic, puff pastry, and battered.

Wine List and Pairings

Almara’s wine list is designed to complement the cuisine. It includes Mexican and international wines selected to bring out the notes and textures of each dish. The restaurant also offers five-course menus with wine pairings, designed to explore its Mexi-Terranean cooking.

Private Event Spaces

The restaurant has elegant, intimate spaces for private events. It lists private rooms for groups of eight to 10, group menus, and the option of hosting events for up to 50 people. The team handles both table reservations and event quote requests.

Service and Recognition

The restaurant is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturdays from 1 to 11 p.m., and Sundays from 2 to 10 p.m. Parking is available. A Tripadvisor recommendation featured on the restaurant’s materials highlights the service, food, location, and comfort of the space.