Ágora Alta Cocina

Top choice in Veracruz


An unexpected surprise in a quiet residential part of town, Ágora Alta Cocina is indeed high – both in terms of location and the sky-high aspirations. The food? Nicely executed fusion, from smoked salmon with pear, goat's cheese and asparagus to delicate, herb-filled Asian-style shrimp and noodle soup and seared steak. Attentive young service and good desserts, too.


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