Gin 47
Centro (Calle 47 Corridor), Mérida
Bar in Mérida, Mexico
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Why go
Gin 47 is a smart Mérida pick for a low-friction date-night drink in Centro, especially when the evening needs flexibility rather than a fixed, high-commitment booking. It is better for couples than larger groups, with stronger appeal as a first or second stop than as the full night's plan.
About Gin 47
Gin 47 is a bar in Mérida with a smart casual dress code and a Recommended Bar recognition for 2025. This is a reliable planning signal: it is a vetted option for visitors who want to include a bar stop in a Mérida evening.
The recommendation is intentionally narrow. Gin 47 is worth considering as part of a bar plan in Mérida, but a food program, price band, seating count, hours, reservation method, or specific drinks program are not specified. Plan accordingly, and check the venue directly for current practical details before building a larger celebration around it.
Better for a flexible bar stop than an over-planned night
Given the limited information, Gin 47 is easiest to treat as a flexible bar option rather than the single anchor for a highly structured evening. The smart casual dress code makes it more polished than an entirely casual stop, while the Recommended Bar recognition gives it a stronger signal than an unvetted walk-in choice.
Readers planning a multi-stop night in Mérida can also keep DZ Bar, Dzalbay, and La Negrita Cantina on the shortlist. Those venues offer other ways to think about a night out in the city, while Gin 47 remains a direct choice when the priority is a recommended bar in Mérida. If dinner is the anchor, pair this with broader planning from our full Mérida restaurants guide; if the stay matters as much as the drinks, use our full Mérida hotels guide to keep the evening easy to manage.
Where it fits in a Mérida bar crawl
Gin 47 fits best as one vetted stop within a wider Mérida plan. It does not specify whether it is best for groups, quiet conversation, live music, outdoor seating, or a particular cocktail style. Use it as a recommended bar option, then confirm the specifics that matter for your night before you go.
For broader planning, use a full Mérida bars guide rather than treating any single venue as the only serious option. Within the city, Gin 47 is most useful when you want a Recommended Bar with a smart casual dress code and are comfortable checking current details directly. Other Mérida options such as Moon Lounge, Murciegalo, DZ Bar, Dzalbay, and La Negrita Cantina can also help shape a wider bar itinerary.
Planning details
- Location
- Calle 47 459, entre 52 y 54, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc.
- Website
- gin47mx.com
- Phone
- +52 999 241 5334
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Gin 47 reads as a contemporary addition to Centro Mérida's evolving cocktail circuit while remaining rooted in the city's textured street life. The write-up situates the bar on Calle 47 amid colonial facades and iron-grilled windows, so the setting feels historically informed but interpreted through a modern, spirit-first lens. The name — literally the street number — signals local rootedness and editorial clarity: the program centers on gin as a serious focus rather than background décor. Overall the venue presents a measured, place-aware energy that balances Mérida's architectural character with a deliberate cocktail culture.
Best For
The description positions Gin 47 for evening visits where the cocktail program is the draw. Its placement on a lively stretch of Calle 47 and the focus on a specialized spirit make it a natural stop for people exploring Centro's newer bar circuit, particularly those who appreciate thoughtful, spirit-driven drinks in the early-evening to night hours. The combination of street context and a curated program also makes it suitable for couples or small groups seeking a deliberate cocktail experience tied closely to Mérida's Centro atmosphere.
Ordering Tips
Given the piece's emphasis that 'the spirit program is the point,' patrons are best served by approaching the bar with an intent to explore gin-focused cocktails. Ask the bartenders about the gin program and what differentiates their menu from the city's open-air cerveza terraces; seek recommendations that highlight the bar's curatorial stance. Keep requests open-ended if you want direction — the writing frames Gin 47 as a place where the drink menu and the staff's choices drive the experience, so expert suggestions are likely to reveal the venue's strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegantly appointed interior with restored colonial architecture, pasta tiles, and candlelit tables; rooftop and courtyard areas with atmospheric lighting, though music can be loud during peak hours.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Jazz and Live Music, Occasionally Loud
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Fraga Tonic
- Alexa
- Black Skull
- Bombay Ginger Tonic
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Calle 47 459, entre 52 y 54, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc.
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Moon Lounge, Notable alternative
- La Negrita Cantina, Notable alternative
- DZ Bar, Notable alternative
- Murciegalo, Notable alternative
- Dzalbay, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Gin 47 compares in Mérida
Choose Gin 47 when the priority is an easier, more controlled drink stop in Centro. Compared with La Negrita Cantina, it reads as the calmer date-night choice; La Negrita Cantina is the better pick when the group wants a more casual cantina-style night and does not need the evening to feel composed.
DZ Bar and Dzalbay are stronger cross-shops if the plan needs more energy or a later-night feel. Gin 47 is the safer choice for conversation and a two-person evening, while those peers make more sense when the bar itself is meant to carry the night.
Moon Lounge and Murciegalo are the comparison set for readers deciding by ambiance rather than convenience. If the goal is a simple Centro stop with low booking friction, Gin 47 gets the nod; if the night needs a more destination-style bar choice, compare those two before committing.
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Compare Gin 47
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Gin 47 | Mérida | Pearl Recommended Bars |
| Moon Lounge | Mérida | No published awards |
| La Negrita Cantina | Mérida | Pearl Recommended Bars |
| DZ Bar | Mérida | No published awards |
| Murciegalo | Mérida | Pearl Recommended Bars |
| Dzalbay | Mérida | Pearl Recommended Bars |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Gin 47?
A reservation policy for Gin 47 is not specified. If timing matters, check the venue directly before you go.
Is Gin 47 good for groups?
Seating capacity or group policies are not specified. Gin 47 is best planned as a recommended bar option in Mérida, with group suitability confirmed directly with the venue.
What's the crowd like at Gin 47?
A specific crowd, atmosphere, or entertainment format is not specified. Gin 47 is a Recommended Bar in Mérida with a smart casual dress code.
Is the food good at Gin 47?
A food program at Gin 47 is not specified. If food is important to the plan, check current details directly or use it alongside broader Mérida dining research.
Is Gin 47 good for a date?
It can be considered for a bar plan in Mérida, especially if a smart casual bar is the right fit. The Recommended Bar (2025) recognition gives it a useful planning signal, but details such as seating, prices, and reservations should be checked directly.
Does Gin 47 have outdoor seating?
Whether Gin 47 has outdoor seating is not specified. Check with the venue directly before planning around an outdoor setup.
