Chef Joaquín's signature tartare showcases premium wagyu with bright piquillo peppers and crisp arugula. The raw beef is the star, complemented by just enough acidity and spice to let the meat shine. Multiple diners recommend ordering this as your opening course.
Tips from diners
Order this first to appreciate the tartare before diving into wine pairings. The acidity cuts through the beef perfectly.
The piquillo peppers add sweetness that balances the raw meat beautifully—don't skip this signature dish.
The standout main course at Loup. Tender wagyu flank is cooked to highlight its marbling and juiciness, paired with mashed potatoes that rival a steakhouse quality. This dish consistently appears in recommendations across reviews as the restaurant's signature entrée.
Tips from diners
This is the dish that makes Loup Bar worth the visit. The mashed potatoes are as carefully prepared as the meat.
Ask the sommelier for a natural wine pairing—the funkier skin-contact wines work brilliantly with the steak's fat.
A rich, satisfying dessert that shows the same care and precision as the savory courses. The caramel provides sweetness and brightness to cut through the chocolate's depth.
Tips from diners
Share this if you've eaten multiple courses—it's rich and quite filling on its own.
A Mediterranean take on a classic, with ripe burrata paired with seasonal fruit pico de gallo. The sweetness of the fruit balances the richness of the cheese, making it an excellent opener for the evening.
Tips from diners
Ask what fruit is in season—the pico changes with availability, which keeps regulars coming back.
A lighter plate featuring fresh white fish cured in citrus with a perfect balance of umami and acidity. Reviews highlight the precise citrus work and how the ceviche works as a palate refresher between wine pours.
Tips from diners
Order this between heavier plates if you're sampling multiple dishes. The acidity is perfectly calibrated.
Lyon-born wine importer Gaëtan Rousset and chef Joaquín Cardoso opened Loup Bar as one of Mexico City's first natural wine bars. The intimate subterranean space below Maison Artemisia in Roma Norte features a meticulously curated selection of small-batch European wines and seasonal French-Mediterranean bistro classics.
Book ahead, especially for weekends. The natural wine list is extensive and can feel overwhelming—ask your server for guidance.
Sit at the bar if you want to chat with the wine team. They're knowledgeable and can guide you through funky European bottles you won't find elsewhere.
Go on a Thursday or Friday when the energy is high but not as packed as weekends. The pours are generous and the staff attentive.
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