Roma Norte: Complete living guide

Roma Norte has become the most desired and vibrant neighborhood in Mexico City. Immortalized by Alfonso Cuarón's Oscar-winning film Roma, this neighborhood has gained international fame while maintaining its authenticity and unique character. A perfect blend of art deco architecture, tree-lined streets, the best gastronomic scene in the city and an extraordinarily active creative and international community.

The gastronomic scene

Roma Norte is, without a doubt, the gastronomic capital of Mexico City. There are dozens of top-tier specialty cafes — Quentin, Buna, Cardinal, Blend Station — with single-origin beans and alternative brewing methods. The restaurants are extraordinary: from contemporary Mexican cuisine to Italian, Japanese, Peruvian and fusion, many featured on the best international gastronomic lists.

The parks and neighborhood life

Parque Mexico is the heart of Roma Norte and one of the most recognized icons of CDMX. With its art deco fountains, well-maintained gardens and tree-lined paths, it is the social meeting point of the neighborhood. Surrounded by cafes with terraces, it is perfect for starting the day with a good coffee while watching neighborhood life. On weekends there are producer and artisan markets.

Prices and housing options

Roma Norte offers a wide variety of housing options. There are modern studios from $12,000 MXN per month, well-located 1-bedroom apartments from $18,000 MXN, and 2-3 bedroom apartments in buildings with amenities from $35,000 MXN. Lofts in restored art deco buildings are especially popular among creatives and digital nomads.