Mandolina Polanco
Our verdict
Mandolina Polanco is an Italian restaurant at Av. Emilio Castelar 135 in Polanco, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Outdoor and rooftop seating sit alongside a lemon-accented dining room, with wine, cocktails, and an onsite bar.
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The menu
What to order
- Dalgona Coffee
- Shakshuka Eggs
- Chilaquiles
- Broken Mandolins
Italian Dining on Emilio Castelar
Mandolina Polanco is an Italian restaurant at Av. Emilio Castelar 135 in Polanco III Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, Mexico City. Leafy lemon accents set the room, and the menu runs breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with Italian plates alongside small plates, desserts, wine, cocktails, beer, and an onsite bar. Outdoor seating and rooftop seating are part of the same visit.
Cafes, shops, and other restaurants sit within easy walking distance of Av. Emilio Castelar 135. Related Mexico City pages include Pujol, Quintonil, Em, Sud 777, and Rosetta. Hours are Monday 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM through Saturday 08:00 AM - 12:00 AM, and Sunday 08:00 AM - 07:00 PM.
Breakfast through Late Service
Popular plates include Pasta Mandolina, Huevos Benedictos, and Pan Francés, with Red Velvet and Carrot Cake among the desserts and Mimosas among the drinks. Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
For a wider map of the capital, EP Club’s full Mexico City restaurants guide remains the orientation page. Related stops include Levadura de Olla Restaurante, Animalón in Valle de Guadalupe, Olivea Farm to Table in Ensenada, Alcalde, Huniik in Merida, Le Chique in Puerto Morelos, KOLI Cocina de Origen, Pangea, Lunario, HA' in Playa del Carmen, Le Bernardin, and Atomix.
Practical Comparison
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mandolina Polanco | Italian | — | Breakfast through dinner, with outdoor and rooftop seating. |
How Mandolina Polanco compares with similar nearby venues.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mandolina PolancoThis venue — the venue you are viewing | Contemporary European-Mexican Fusion | $30–50 |
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- Elegant
- Scenic
- Modern
- Sophisticated
- Brunch
- Date Night
- Family
- Celebration
- Terrace
- Panoramic View
- Standalone
- Craft Cocktails
- Local Sourcing
- Skyline
- A La Carte
- Craft Cocktails
- Mimosas
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Options
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 8 AM–12 AM
- Tuesday
- 8 AM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 8 AM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 8 AM–12 AM
- Friday
- 8 AM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 8 AM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 8 AM–7 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Bright, pleasant atmosphere with beautiful terrace seating, forest views, and thoughtful design elements including flower-shaped glassware; welcoming and friendly service creates an upscale yet approachable environment.














