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El Minutito

Vibe

Design-forward café with coffee, small plates, and cocktails

Location

Londres 28, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México

On Londres 28 in Colonia Juárez, El Minutito operates on a beautifully simple philosophy: life moves fast, so take a minute. Designed by architect Lucas Cantú of Tezontle studio, the space draws equally from the stand-up espresso culture of Italian bars, the convivial rhythm of tapas, and the worn-in warmth of a classic Mexican cantina. The interior is custom-built down to the last detail, with brass fittings, warm wood, mirrors that open the space, and at the heart of it all, a bespoke clock ticking quietly above the bar. A high-fidelity sound system plays curated music from open to close, and the whole room hums with the kind of energy that makes strangers feel like regulars. Mornings bring espresso, Mexican hot chocolate, pressed sandwiches, and pan de dulce. By afternoon, cañas and vermouth appear alongside small plates of botanas. Come evening, cocktails and carajillos take over as the music climbs. The espresso martini, made with freshly pulled coffee, has become something of a house signature. Walk in as you are, stay as long as you like.

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