Contramar has spent 27 years as Roma-Condesa's reference point for seafood, and the core of its menu - tuna tostadas, grilled fish with dual salsas, octopus - justifies both its reputation and its price. The dining room is loud, tight, and moving fast; service is attentive but sometimes borders on rushed. The honest part: outside those six signature dishes, the kitchen can disappoint, and table turnover makes you feel less like a guest and more like inventory. Reservations are hard to secure; arriving at opening is your best bet. This is a place that demands you know what to order, and when you do, it delivers.
Contramar earns its reputation on the tuna tostada alone, the kind of bite that actually stops you mid-sentence. Book ahead or the clock will run you out before the meal finds its rhythm
What to order
Start with tuna tostadas and grilled fish with double sauce - these justify the visit.
Reservations
Difficult to secure. Arrive at 12:00 weekdays or 11:00 weekends when doors open.
Price range
High per person. Confirm fish weight before ordering to avoid unexpected charges.
Vibe
Loud room, tight tables, fast service and rapid table turnover. Intense rhythm.