Yesterday, I tasted the most delicious tomato of my life. No exaggeration. I was sitting on the terrace of a small restaurant in Roma Norte when the chef approached with a basket full of tomatoes freshly harvested from their vertical garden. “We planted these three months ago,” he said with a smile while cutting one directly into my salad.
The Urban Garden Revolution in Roma Norte
As a Roma Norte resident and food lover, I’ve witnessed how the neighborhood has evolved. In 2025, a new trend is changing the way we eat: restaurants with their own gardens. I’m not talking about a few herb pots – I mean real urban gardens that supply their kitchens daily.
Why Choose a Restaurant with Its Own Garden?
Over the past month, I visited five restaurants leading this movement. What I discovered goes beyond ingredient freshness:
Complete transparency in food sourcing
More stable prices (no middlemen)
Seasonal rotating menus
A genuine connection between chef and ingredients
5 Must-Visit Restaurants and Their Current Prices
La Huerta Urbana
Location: Córdoba 127
Average price: $17-22 USD
Specialty: Organic salads and bowls
Garden: Vertical terrace setup
Green Root
Location: Álvaro Obregón 218
Average price: $20-30 USD
Specialty: Contemporary Mexican cuisine
Garden: Rooftop and inner courtyard
The Garden Kitchen
Location: Colima 198
Average price: $25-35 USD
Specialty: Mediterranean-Mexican fusion
Garden: Greenhouse and vertical systems
Harvest
Location: Durango 186
Average price: $18-25 USD
Specialty: Farm-to-table tacos
Garden: Rooftop hydroponics
Fresh & Local
Location: Puebla 242
Average price: $15-20 USD
Specialty: Breakfast and brunch
Garden: Indoor aeroponic system
My Personal Experience and Tips
I’ll be honest – some of these places aren’t cheap. But after tasting their dishes and seeing the work behind them, I understand why. At La Huerta Urbana, I tried chilaquiles ($9 USD) with cherry tomatoes and epazote from their garden that changed my perspective on this traditional dish.
Making the Most of Your Visit
Prices listed are from February 2025
Best visiting time is between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM
Ask for a garden tour – they’re proud to show it
Check the daily specials – usually the freshest options
Make reservations, especially on weekends
Is It Worth the Price?
If you’re wondering whether it’s worth paying a bit more to eat at these places, my answer is yes, and here’s why:
Unmatched freshness
Sustainable practices
Unique dining experience
Support for local innovation
Transparency in food sourcing
Have you visited any of these restaurants? Know other places with their own gardens in the area? Share your experience in the comments. Prices change constantly, so your feedback helps keep this information updated.
For more unique dining options in Mexico City, visit our complete directory at EatMex.
External source: Link to an article about urban agriculture in Mexico by SADER