La Clandestina is Roma Norte's most respected mezcal bar, 50+ artisanal mezcals from small Oaxacan producers, no music, no televisions, full ceremonial mezcal service. The bartenders are mezcaleros, they will sit with you and walk through the regions, agave varieties, and production methods.
Each mezcal is served at room temperature in a clay copita with orange slices and worm salt. The bar makes a serious case for mezcal as a sipping spirit, like single malts, not for cocktails. Cash-friendly, low-key, packed with locals.
