Mexico City with the Chef Behind the 9th-Best Restaurant in the World
The ultimate guide to one of the world's culinary capitals
The Relisher is the place where the world’s top chefs reveal their favorite spots in their home cities. This week, we spoke with Chef Jorge Vallejo of Mexico City’s renowned Quintonil, which he established over a decade ago. Since 2015, Quintonil has consistently secured a place on the prestigious World’s 50 Best Restaurants list.
Today, this ultramodern Mexican gem proudly holds the ninth position, reaffirming its reputation as one of the top dining destinations worldwide.
Chef Jorge honed his craft at some of the world’s most acclaimed gastronomic establishments, including Enrique Olvera’s restaurant Pujol in Mexico City, as well as Noma in Copenhagen.
It can be especially difficult to find hidden gems or even decide where to go in Mexico City given its sheer size and population of 22 million. We met with Chef Jorge Vallejo to get the insider’s insights on unmissable spots to visit in this vibrant culinary city.
*At the end of the interview there is a summary with links and price ranges for all the places mentioned.
Favorite Restaurants
“Every time a chef or an international friend visits Mexico City and asks for recommendations on the best places to eat in Mexico City, I always share these places: