Best Date Night Restaurants in Querétaro

Áperi was a truly magical experience. My wife and I elected for the Chef’s Table. My wife had the local wine pairing. I don’t drink, and the staff quickly offered a non-alcoholic mocktail pairing that I jumped on (which was phenomenal - I had a delightful spiced cranberry mocktail that reminded me of holiday wassail and a pineapple-based mocktail that tasted incredible and somehow looked even more spectacular). We were initially pointed to Áperi by a couple restaurant guides (e.g., Eater and Time Out) and were drawn in by the beautiful pictures of the plating. The experience lived up to the hype - the dishes were creative, perfectly balanced and breathtaking in presentation. The head chef, Jesús Vázquez Reyna, presented each dish and walked us through the ingredients and preparation. His passion and excitement for the food coming out of the kitchen was clear, both in his descriptions and in the precision of the plating and the flavors. Our favorites were a ceviche with fresh buratta (a yin and yang of tangy and creamy, and also one of the prettiest dishes of the evening), a roasted and smoked duck with a complex, earthy black mole that I didn’t want to stop eating and a simple, yet elegant beet salad that I’m still thinking about. Even the pre-dessert palate cleanser, papaya with yuzu granita, was to die for. Our server throughout the evening was incredibly knowledgeable, informing us about each wine, and was so friendly - he shared some excellent recommendations for local fare that we’ll be trying during our stay. Overall, this was one of our favorite dinners of all time. Áperi is a must-try if you are in San Miguel (and is worth planning a special visit to San Miguel if you weren’t already thinking traveling there)!

This a terrific place to come to. The food was delicious. Probably would not recommend the rib eye steak only because I am from Texas … but all the other orders- ribs and flank steak, cocktails, asparagus salad, and ceviche were delicious !!!! Mexican red Wine was great. The view and service was an added benefit- Pablo was great!! Would definitely come back. Thank you. Oh also the restaurant closes early on Sunday evenings. - 9 pm. So get there a bit early to enjoy a great night.

Best pasta in town so far. The Caprese salad had the best pesto ever. We did not try their dessert. Portions are small, which is ok with us. The service was 5 star, everyone made was feel welcome, happy staff . I would recommend it.

Food was great. Very authentic. Service was attentive and caring. Really good over all experience.

An absolutely beautiful restaurant with amazing service and the food was exceptional. If I’m ever back in Querétaro I will definitely go back. A must try for anyone in this location.