This is a really well thought out plan, you've clearly put time into it. One thing I'd add for Day 1 is that after the Hospicio Cabañas, you're right next to the old Mercado Corona. It's a block east of the main market and has a few stands selling tortas ahogadas that are way less touristy than what you'll find at San Juan de Dios. I always grab one from Tortas Toño there, it's about 60 pesos and they drown it in that spicy tomato sauce.

For Day 3 in Colonia Americana, if you're walking from the Expiatorio to Lula Bistro, cut through the little side streets. There's a mural by a local artist named Curiot on Calle Libertad near the corner of Calle Galeana that's massive and colorful, way better than the random tags you see on the main avenues. It takes two minutes to find and gives you a good photo that's not the same cathedral shot everyone gets.

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honestly this is a solid itinerary, you've got the main spots down. one thing i'd add is that on day 1 when you're in centro, swing by the Teatro Degollado if you have an extra 20 minutes. it's right there off the plaza, and the interior is stunning with that big mural on the ceiling. they sometimes let you peek in for free if there's no show happening

for day 2 in chapultepec, i'd skip la santa and hit up La Churrería de Chapultepec instead. it's a block off the main drag on calle lopez cotilla, and they do churros with cajeta that are legit better than most dessert spots in the city. open til like 1am so it's good for a late night bite after a few drinks

also, if you're doing the andares mall on day 2, be ready for sticker shock. that place is fancy and prices reflect it. the food court has a decent sushi spot but you're paying 300+ for a roll. i'd rather eat at a taco stand in colonia americana for a fraction of the cost, tbh

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Solid plan, you really nailed the neighborhoods. One thing I'd throw in for Day 3 is to check out the rooftop at the Hotel Mateo in Colonia Americana if you're around for sunset, it's on Calle Libertad and you can just walk in for a drink and get a great view of the Expiatorio spire without the tourist crowd.

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the mama rumba mention is good but tbh the andares location is a bit of a trek if you're staying in americana or the center. there's actually a second mama rumba in the chapultepec area that's way easier to get to and has the same vibe, just smaller. cover is usually cheaper too, like 100-150 pesos. also for late night bites, skip tortas toño if the line is long and walk over to tacos de cabeza on av union, they're open 24 hours and the suadero is killer, no wait even at 3am

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good guide, covers the main spots. one thing i'd add is for the mariachi experience, plaza de los mariachis is iconic but it can get really touristy and pushy with vendors. instead walk two blocks over to el rincon del mariachi on calle constituyentes, smaller plaza with the same live bands but more chill vibe and cheaper drinks. the musicians will still come to your table if you want a song, just negotiate the price first like 100-150 pesos per song.

also for the after-hours scene, el pata is solid but if you're in americana and want something even later, try la room on av chapultepec. it's a tiny bar that opens at 2am and runs until 8am, no cover just buy a drink. the crowd is mostly industry people and musicians winding down, real lowkey. cash only though and they pour strong so pace yourself

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solid guide, the los angeles mention is spot on. i'd add that if you're looking for something more lowkey for dancing, check out bar americas on av chapultepec. it's smaller, no cover most nights, and they play a mix of cumbia and salsa. the crowd is less touristy too, more locals just vibing. it's a good backup if salon los angeles feels too packed or you want a shorter walk home from the americana area. also, the torta ahogada tip is key but tortas toño gets busy late, so be ready to wait a few minutes

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