All Dish Comparisons in Mexico City
Best Grilled Octopus in Mexico City
5 restaurants compared
Price range: MXN320.00 – MXN450.00
Avg recommendation: 92%
Top 5 Grilled Octopus in Mexico City (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 5 restaurants:
- Sud 777, MXN320.00 (Pedregal)
- Contramar Annex, MXN450.00 (Cuauhtémoc)
- Lardo — 95% recommended, MXN380.00 (Condesa)
- Huset — 93% recommended, MXN380.00 (Roma Norte)
- La Docena — 89% recommended, MXN350.00 (Roma)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Restaurants Compared
#1
Sud 777
Pedregal·$$$$
MXN320.00
Charred octopus served with a light, modern preparation.
Tip: This dish appears often but preparation varies by season. The charring and balance of salt make it the anchor dish in most menus.
#2
Contramar Annex
Cuauhtémoc·$$$$
MXN450.00
Tender charred octopus with citrus, chiles, and olive oil.
Tip: This is less well-known than the tuna tostada, so it's a good alternative if you want something different without waiting as long.
#395% recommend
Lardo
Condesa·$$$
MXN380.00
Wood-fired octopus in peanut and tomato sauce.
Tip: This is the dish to order. Reviewers consistently name it as what brings people back to Lardo.
#493% recommend
Huset
Roma Norte·$$$
MXN380.00
Wood-fired octopus charred to perfection with simple seasonal preparation.
Tip: Come when the oven is hot and active. You'll taste the difference. The char and smoke are what make this work.
#589% recommend
La Docena
Roma·$$
MXN350.00
Tender grilled octopus with charred edges, olive oil, and lime.
Tip: Pair this with a mezcal cocktail — the smoky flavors complement the charred octopus perfectly.