Handshake Speakeasy

4.7

1420 Reviews

MXN310 to MXN500

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Jan 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 87 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Innovative

HANDSHAKE BAR spans two levels, each offering a selection of our most iconic cocktails. Both spaces provide a warm, intimate atmosphere. One level is slightly larger to better accommodate guests.

Reservation Duration:
Reservations last 1 hour and 30 minutes, allowing time to enjoy our cocktails and unique ambiance.

RESERVATION POLICIES:
The maximum number of guests per reservation is six. For groups of five or more, a deposit of $250.00 MXN per additional guest is required, processed via credit card through Open Table.

Multiple reservations and combining tables from different bookings are not allowed. There is a 15-minute grace period; after this time, the reservation will be marked as a no-show.

Deposits are non-refundable if you do not arrive within the grace period.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
MXN310 to MXN500
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 6:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
520 000 0000
Website
http://handshake.bar/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Eric van Beek

Location
Amberes 65, Col. Juarez, Ciudad de México, CDMX 06600
Neighborhood
Condesa / Roma
Cross street
Liverpool y Amberes
Parking details
es el valet parking del hotel NH
Public transit
Insurgentes
Entertainment
excelente musica y ambiente, experiencia de coctelería de alta gama
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,420 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Mexico City
Most Booked
Mexico City
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Handshake Speakeasy offers an exceptional cocktail experience with "amazing drinks" and "incredible service." Guests rave about the knowledgeable staff and creative drink presentations. While the atmosphere is intimate and lively, some find the timed reservations restrictive. Overall, it's a top destination for cocktail lovers, making reservations essential for this "must-visit" spot in Mexico City.

1,420 Reviews

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Jenny
Houston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
They didn’t give my party the upstairs experience even though I booked for it. It seemed like they picked and chose who got to go upstairs and who stayed downstairs. The waiter was rude toward the end and, unlike with other tables, she asked us directly about the tip and refused to give us the machine to make our own selection. She also thanked other parties and wished them a good night, but when it came to us, she didn’t say a word except to ask if we were going to tip her, which we did. I’m not sure if it’s because we’re American, but the other groups, who spoke fluent Spanish, were treated much better. This was really disappointing and definitely didn’t meet expectations for a “top bar.”
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Vanessa
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience overall with really tasty cocktails. We got the opportunity to sit at the bar and it was fantastic to see the cocktails being prepared as well as getting all the descriptions when receiving them. Got knowledgeable recommendations as well. Great vibe, friendly staff passionate about what they’re doing. Interesting that most of the preparation happens beforehand for the cocktails. Would definitely come back!
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Ruthy
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an incredible and beautiful experience we had at handshake. Everyone was kind and efficient and the drinks were AMAZING
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Isaias
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing vibe and better drinks, the brisket was incredible.
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JENAVI
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience! Love that they explained the drinks at the table
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paulo
Mexico City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The experience was amazing, when we arrived we were told to wait and a employee form hotel told us to come in and then we were lost in the stairs room. That made us lost some valuable minutes as the reserve only lasts 90 min
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Ramon
VIP
Washington DC
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful little place. Cute and delicious drinks. Great service and yummy food (small appetizers). You get to socialize with your neighbors since the place is tiny. Make your reservations on time so you don’t have to wait long to get a table. We really enjoyed our allotted 90 minutes. ☺️
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Brian
Greater Boston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff, reputation is worth it. The biggest issue and has been pointed out by others is that they rush you through, and are militant about timing. FYI, you likely won’t get a full 90 minutes, they last call you at 30 min prior and you never feel like you get to relax and enjoy the time there. Make it a firm end, I get it you have to move resy’s through, but quit being so pushy early on about it.
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Marvin
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing drinks, great atmosphere, friendly and very informative staff
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Chris
VIP
Houston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Definitely lived up to the hype. Both the food and drinks were unique and delicious and the whole experience was wonderful. The only wish was to have more than 90 minutes.
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FAQs

Handshake Speakeasy is rated 4.7 stars by 1420 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 87 times today

Amberes 65, Col. Juarez, Ciudad de México, CDMX 06600

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Liverpool y Amberes
Neighborhood
Condesa / Roma
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 6:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
MXN310 to MXN500
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
es el valet parking del hotel NH
Public transit
Insurgentes
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Eric van Beek
Entertainment
excelente musica y ambiente, experiencia de coctelería de alta gama
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://handshake.bar/
Phone number
520 000 0000

Handshake Speakeasy

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What 1,420 people are saying

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