Bichi
Bosque de Chapultepec, Mexico City
Restaurant in Mexico City, Mexico
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Bichi is a practical Condesa pick when the goal is an easy Mexico City meal rather than a high-stakes reservation. It suits solo diners and small groups building a day around Hipódromo Condesa, but diners who want a defined cuisine, published price tier, or special-occasion structure should compare it with more clearly positioned peers first.
About Bichi
In Mexico City, Bichi keeps casual dress and has afternoon-to-evening hours Tuesday through Saturday, plus a daytime Sunday schedule. Go if the priority is a Mexico City meal that can fit around those hours; skip it if the night needs a fully defined fine-dining format, named chef narrative, published tasting-menu structure, or an accolade.
The practical appeal is the schedule. Bichi is closed Monday, open Tuesday through Saturday from 1–11 PM, and open Sunday from 9:30 AM–4:30 PM. For an explorer-type diner, the draw is less about checking off a famous room and more about deciding whether those hours and a casual dress code suit the day.
Better for a relaxed Mexico City plan than a destination splurge
Without a specific price tier, cuisine, award, chef, or menu format, the safer recommendation is to consider Bichi for convenience and fit, not for a high-stakes occasion. Treat it as a practical Mexico City option when the schedule works, rather than a restaurant to choose on the basis of its specialties or a formal dining promise.
Tuesday through Saturday offer the broadest window, from 1–11 PM. Sunday is useful for a daytime meal, with hours from 9:30 AM–4:30 PM. For a broader scan of the city, use our full Mexico City restaurants guide, then compare this against more clearly positioned options before making it the anchor meal of a trip.
Use it when timing matters more than ceremony
The verdict: Bichi is worth considering when the goal is a Mexico City meal with casual dress and hours that fit the day. It is not the pick when the group wants a clearly signposted cuisine, a known price band, or an award-backed special-occasion dinner. If the table has to carry the whole night, cross-shop first; if the plan is flexible, this is a sensible option to consider.
Planning details
- Location
- Chicontepec 57, Hipódromo Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06170 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- opentable.com/restaurant/profile/1475464
- Phone
- +525551608955
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Bichi sits quietly on a Condesa block defined by art‑deco facades and converted residential ground floors. The place reads as owner‑operated and format‑conscious, favoring a considered, low‑key approach over spectacle. That restraint shows in intimate dining rooms and glimpses of interior courtyards through iron gates; the result is a cozy, sophisticated neighbourhood spot rather than a tourist spectacle. The narrative emphasizes sourcing and creative midrange cooking, so the dining room feels civil and relaxed — ideal for guests who prefer depth and quiet conversation over high‑volume service.
Best For
This is primarily a dinner address for people who want a thoughtful, midrange creative meal in Condesa. It suits date nights and casual hangouts that lean toward something a bit more deliberate than a late‑night bar crawl: evenings here are quieter and more considered than the busy Reforma corridor. Because Bichi is part of the independent, owner‑operated tier, it attracts guests who appreciate ingredient focus and restrained service rather than theatrical tasting menus, making it a dependable choice for low‑key celebrations and neighbourly nights out.
Ordering Tips
The menu supports a focused ordering approach: prioritize the house signatures named in the listing. Start with the shrimp aguachile or the octopus for bright, seafood‑forward flavors, and order the rib eye if you want a heartier main. The write‑up stresses that the menu assumes guests know what they want, so opt for the standout dishes rather than hunting for elaborate multi‑course rituals. Expect balanced, ingredient‑driven plates that reflect the restaurant’s sourcing commitments and midrange creative positioning.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual neighborhood gem with innovative Mexican cuisine, though some note it lacks ambient energy.
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Vibe
Best For
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Small plates
- Wine Program
- Curated
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- shrimp aguachile
- octopus
- rib eye
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Chicontepec 57, Hipódromo Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06170 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Planning details
Location
Chicontepec 57, Hipódromo Condesa, Cuauhtémoc, 06170 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico · Directions
Also consider
If Bichi is not the right fit
Try Gaba if the group wants Mexican cuisine with a clearer $$$ frame. Check Primos or CIENA if the occasion needs a more defined dinner choice before anyone commits.
Restaurant context
How Bichi compares in Mexico City
Choose Bichi when location and flexibility matter more than a defined restaurant category. Compared with Gaba, which is clearly positioned as Mexican and $$$, Bichi is the looser Condesa choice. Gaba is the better call when the group wants a clearer spend level and a more deliberate dinner plan; Bichi is easier to justify for a casual neighborhood meal.
Primos, CIENA, Belforno, and Oly are better cross-shops if the decision depends on ambiance, cuisine, or a more specific occasion fit. Bichi works when the plan is Condesa-first; these alternatives are worth checking when the restaurant itself needs to be the main event.
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Compare Bichi
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bichi | Mexico City | , | , | No published awards |
| Gaba | Mexico City | Mexican | $$$ | Michelin Guide Mexico 20262025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Plate |
| Primos | Mexico City | , | , | No published awards |
| CIENA | Mexico City | , | , | No published awards |
| Belforno | Mexico City | , | , | No published awards |
| Oly | Mexico City | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Bichi?
Booking guidance is not provided. Use the schedule when planning: Bichi is closed Monday, open Tuesday through Saturday from 1–11 PM, and open Sunday from 9:30 AM–4:30 PM. If your timing is fixed, it is safest to plan around those hours in advance.
Is Bichi good for solo dining?
Seating or service-format details for solo dining are not available. Bichi has a casual dress code and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1–11 PM, plus Sunday from 9:30 AM–4:30 PM. Solo diners should judge it by whether those hours fit their plan.
What should a first-timer know about Bichi?
Start with the schedule: Monday is closed, Tuesday through Saturday run 1–11 PM, and Sunday is 9:30 AM–4:30 PM. Bichi is in Mexico City and has a casual dress code. Cuisine, price tier, chef, menu format, or award details are not available.
Is Bichi good for a special occasion?
It may work for a low-key plan if the hours and casual dress code fit, but Bichi does not have an award, specific price, named chef, or formal dining format to support treating it as a milestone-dinner pick. If the occasion needs a more specific restaurant profile, compare it with CIENA or Oly instead.
What are alternatives to Bichi?
Use Gaba, Primos, CIENA, Belforno, and Oly as the main comparison set. Bichi is the practical choice when its hours and casual dress code fit your plan, while the others are worth checking when you want to compare another option before deciding. If you are choosing on timing alone, Bichi's Sunday daytime window is its clearest advantage.
