VIA SOL

A tiny Chinese restaurant on Escandón's Calle Unión run by chef-owner Iris, VIA SOL centers on handmade dumplings paired with a tight wine selection that includes rare Chinese bottles—the only place in Mexico to pour them. The menu is small and changes based on what's available, but the dumplings and spare ribs are the main draw, served in an open-kitchen setup that spills onto a sidewalk periquera table.

The space fits about four people comfortably, so it's best for a date or a quiet meal with a friend. Wine runs on the higher end, with Chinese imports starting around the mid-200s per glass, and natural wines from small producers make up the rest of the list. Reservations recommended via DM on Instagram—book ahead and expect intimate, not casual.