NIV
Hipodromo de la Condesa, Mexico City
Bar in Mexico City, Mexico
Book with PearlWhy go
NIV works for a wine-first night in Hipódromo Condesa, especially if the plan is drinks with light food rather than a full dinner. Star Wine List recognition in 2026 gives it a stronger trust signal than a generic neighborhood bar, but the food case is less defined, so value-seekers should treat it as a serious drinking stop first.
About NIV
Limited nights are the first thing to know: NIV is open Wednesday through Sunday, with Monday and Tuesday closed. In Mexico City, the clearest reason to put it on a plan is its Star Wine List recognition in 2026, paired with evening hours that make it easier to schedule as a planned stop rather than an every-night fallback.
The right reader is someone who wants a casual Mexico City venue with a wine-recognized profile and confirmed evening service. For a fuller plan around NIV, Our full Mexico City restaurants guide can help with broader dining research.
Book it for a planned Mexico City evening
NIV is easiest to place as an evening stop: casual dress code, Star Wine List recognition in 2026, hours from 6 PM to 1 AM Wednesday through Saturday, plus 4 PM to 10 PM on Sunday. The safest approach is to plan with flexibility and verify current details directly before going.
Timing is part of the value calculation. Sunday starts earlier and ends earlier, which is useful for a lower-commitment plan. Wednesday or Thursday may be simpler for a planned visit than the weekend, while Friday and Saturday fit a later night because NIV is open until 1 AM.
Where it fits among other options
If NIV is unavailable, Aguascalientes 232, La botica, FELINA, Baldío, Tout Chocolat are natural names to compare depending on what kind of stop you want. Treat them as different planning options rather than one-for-one substitutes, since NIV's hook here is its Star Wine List recognition and evening schedule.
For a broader Mexico City shortlist, use Our full Mexico City bars guide alongside food and stay planning from Our full Mexico City hotels guide. If the night becomes dining-led instead, compare NIV with other dining rooms generically rather than forcing it into a full-meal role.
Planning details
- Location
- C. Atlixco 132, Hipódromo Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06170 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
- Website
- nivbar.com
- Phone
- +52 55 1742 8853
The take
The Take
The Vibe
NIV settles into Condesa’s quieter side with a restrained, purposeful presence. It foregrounds a tightly curated wine list built around small producers and terroir-driven projects, so the mood leans toward thoughtful and refined rather than buzzy. The neighbourhood’s tree-lined streets and a clientele that arrives with clear preferences reinforce a low-key, intentional energy. The bar reads as a place for focused tasting and conversation: understated in execution, precise in its tastes, and more about close listening to bottles than loud spectacle.
Best For
NIV works best when the purpose is slow, attentive drinking rather than a full-service meal. It’s ideal for date nights and quiet evenings with friends, small group outings with fellow wine enthusiasts, and anyone looking to deepen their understanding of small-producer wines. Because the list is presented as the primary program, guests who arrive curious and ready to learn get the most from the visit. The setting suits those who prefer considered conversation over background theatrics.
Ordering Tips
Treat the list as the main event: read it first and let it guide your choices. The bar emphasizes family producers and terroir-expression, so ask staff about regions, farming approaches, and the stories behind producers rather than chasing familiar labels. If you want to explore, request recommendations that highlight contrasts in style or place rather than safe crowd-pleasers. Approach the visit with curiosity—NIV rewards listeners who are open to discovery and tasting wines that prioritize personality over volume.
Venue details
Ambiance
Candle-lit backroom with minimalist decor, chill vinyl music, and laid-back atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Vinyl Eclectic
Planning details
Location
C. Atlixco 132, Hipódromo Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06170 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- La botica, Notable alternative
- Tout Chocolat, Notable alternative
- Aguascalientes 232, Notable alternative
- Baldío, Notable alternative
- FELINA, Notable alternative
Bar context
How NIV compares in Mexico City
NIV is the wine-led choice in this set, with Star Wine List recognition giving it the clearest external validation. Choose it over La botica or FELINA when the priority is a serious bottle or glass in Condesa rather than a bar chosen mainly for mood. Booking difficulty is marked easy, so it is also a practical pick when a same-week plan needs less friction.
Aguascalientes 232 is the more natural cross-shop if the night needs to stay around the same neighborhood rhythm. Baldío and Tout Chocolat are less direct replacements: consider them when ambiance or a different category of stop matters more than a wine-list signal.
For value, NIV makes sense if the spend is going toward wine quality and a relaxed late-evening format. If food is the main decision point, compare restaurant-led options separately rather than judging it against bars built around other strengths.
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Compare NIV
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| NIV | Mexico City | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| La botica | Mexico City | No published awards |
| Tout Chocolat | Mexico City | No published awards |
| Aguascalientes 232 | Mexico City | No published awards |
| Baldío | Mexico City | No published awards |
| FELINA | Mexico City | No published awards |
How NIV Mexico City compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at NIV?
NIV is a casual Mexico City venue with Star Wine List recognition in 2026 and evening hours: Wednesday through Saturday from 6 PM to 1 AM, Sunday from 4 PM to 10 PM.
Is the food good at NIV?
If your priority is a fuller food-led night, compare it with other options and verify current menus directly.
Does NIV have outdoor seating?
Plan around NIV as a Mexico City stop and verify seating details directly if outdoor space is important to your visit.
Is NIV good for a date?
NIV can work for a date if you want a casual Mexico City venue with evening hours and Star Wine List recognition. The strongest planning details are its Wednesday to Saturday 6 PM–1 AM schedule and Sunday 4 PM–10 PM schedule.
Is NIV good for groups?
For a group plan, verify directly with NIV and compare other options if you need more information before choosing a venue.
Is NIV open late?
Yes. NIV is open until 1 AM on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. It is also open Sunday from 4 PM to 10 PM, closed Monday and Tuesday.
