Quintonil claims fourth place in The World’s 50 Best

Quintonil, opened in Mexico City in 2012, is the gastronomical project headed by Alejandra Flores and Jorge Vallejo, expressing Mexican flavours with a personal touch. The restaurant draws its philosophy from the seasons and the land, crafting menus that reflect the depth of Mexican gastronomy rather than announcing it.

The 2026 ranking places Quintonil at number four globally whilst naming it the best restaurant in Latin America. The recognition arrived at this week’s ceremony in Lima, Peru, where The 50 (formerly known as The World’s 50 Best) announced its annual rankings. The list is compiled from votes by the 50 Best Restaurants Academy, comprising more than 1,100 international restaurant industry experts representing 28 regions around the world.

The achievement carries particular resonance for Vallejo and Flores, who have built Quintonil through consistent focus on Mexican ingredients and techniques. Their work reflects a commitment to honouring the nation’s culinary heritage whilst offering diners the seasonal precision and refined technique expected at this level of gastronomy. The ascent through these rankings, which began in 2015 when Quintonil was first included on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, speaks to the restaurant’s evolution and sustained excellence.

Imagery courtesy of Quintonil (@rest_quintonil).