Would you eat the “Telltale Heart” by Edgar Allan Poe or a witch’s fingers? These places in Mexico City stand out for their chilling stories and characters from horror literature, perfect for the time of Halloween and Day of the Dead.
To celebrate the different cultures and traditions that coexist in Mexico alluding to the end of October. Here we leave you some recommendations so that during a time of relaxation, you can escape with your partner, family or friends to a fun and different horror experience in the Mexico City.
Horror places to have fun in Mexico City
1. Lovecraft Café, an x-ray of terror
Cafe that pays tribute to one of the geniuses of classic horror and mystery: HP Lovecraft. During your visit you will be able to meet the characters from its dark literature that live in the decoration and in the food to find the ideal combination. There is craft beer. Great news is that it is “child friendly”, so you will find board games, books, dolls and activities to familiarize yourself with the great masters of horror literature, in a friendly way.
- Location: Calle 1325 #40 Bis, corner Lorenzo Boturini, El Parque neighborhood.
- Schedule: From Thursday to Sunday 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Contact: 55 8651 9924
2. Nightmares
From the moment you enter, you will feel chills because some detail of its decoration will remind you of a nightmare. While you try the foods and drinks of spectral charm, you can watch a horror movie on a mini screen and be careful when you go to the bathroom, because some surprise may be waiting for you behind the doors.
- Location: Mier y Pesado 303, Local E, Colonia Del Valle Norte
- Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
3. The Strange Pizza
If you are a fan of Beetlejuice and pizza, you will love this place! It is the perfect atmosphere for immersion into the most extraordinary worlds of Tim Burton. The menu is themed and the drinks are very fun and full of color. Try Jack’s pizza with craft beer colder than a corpse…
Location: Calle Jesús María #42 col. Center
Schedule: From Tuesday to Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
4. The Scary Witches, horror atmosphere
A mix of Cafe and Atrocities Restaurant in the imaginary Witches’ Alley. It is a place that goes from a pub to a restaurant; whatever you want from a shadowy corner with the atmosphere of deep darkness. Discover the Alternative-Dark Scene Bar, and the bleeding artistic vein of its art and entertainment.
- Location: Oslo 3 Zona Rosa, Mexico City.
- Schedule: Friday and Saturday from 2:00 p.m.
5. Salem Witch Store & Coffee
Share the magic of the coven along with the magical potions of its flavors. Pamper your palate with exquisite and varied dishes, which make you connect with an era and its historical past in a contemporary environment.
- Location: Diagonal San Antonio #1747, Colonia Narvarte.
- Schedule: Monday to Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Contact: 55 2646 2765
By Dahída Gutiérrez
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