Mezcal with celery bitters and lime juice for a herbaceous, refreshing cocktail.
Tips from diners
This is one of Baltra's standout mezcal cocktails - the celery adds a savory dimension that works beautifully with the smoke.
Tequila with cucumber, cardamom, and fresh citrus in a balanced sour format.
Tips from diners
The cardamom adds an unexpected spice that builds throughout the drink - sip slowly to appreciate the evolution.
Roasted seeds with lime and chili for a crunchy, acidic bar snack.
Tips from diners
Addictively salty and spicy - easy to order several rounds of these while enjoying the atmosphere.
Pickled vegetables served as a crunchy, tangy small plate.
Tips from diners
Order this as a palate cleanser between cocktails - the acidity cuts through the richness of spirit-forward drinks perfectly.
Mezcal with coconut liqueur, Cointreau, and cantaloupe orgeat for a tropical mezcal cocktail.
Tips from diners
Perfect for those who want something sweeter - the cantaloupe orgeat provides brightness without being cloying.
Baltra Bar is the informal sister venue to Licorería Limantour, located in Condesa with a warm, living-room vibe. Named after one of the Galápagos Islands, the bar channels Charles Darwin's explorations through its décor - vintage maps, butterfly collections, and taxidermy. The friendly service and seasonally evolving cocktail menu mean there's always something new to discover. Known for creative twists on classics and fresh, carefully sourced ingredients.
This bar gets busy on Thursday-Saturday nights. Either arrive early or make a reservation to ensure a spot at the bar or tables.
The outdoor seating on the terrace is perfect for people-watching in Condesa. Ask for a table outside if weather permits.
The menu changes seasonally, so ask your bartender what's new. The drinks are inspired by Darwin's adventures, so each has a story.
Baltra works well for groups thanks to its relaxed vibe and multiple seating areas. It doesn't have the pretension of some nearby bars.
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