Americana: Guadalajara’s Bohemian Side

Finding that cultural corner of town with enough trendy dining locales for every appetite (and Instagram) can be challenging when visiting a new city. Luckily, Guadalajara has personality in spades when it comes to the Americana neighborhood.

Americana is essentially a melting pot, with locals from all over the world making up a significant part of the population. With an eclectic group of young professionals, students and artists moving in for the area’s schools, museums and galleries, Americana’s bohemian vibe is expanding.

Marina Pallares Art Studio, Morelos Factory, Taller F, Galería Mimi Menoza, Gamma Galería and Travesía Cuatro are just a few of the many galleries in the area welcoming visitors, along with other cultural stops to the Museum of the Arts University of Guadalajara, Casa ITESO Clavigero and many more within walking distance.

Head to Hueso for an upscale dinner with a new menu every night. The stark white room, decorated with bones and sleek décor, offers a stretch of tables running down the middle of the room for family-style seating. If you’re looking for something a little more colorful, Casa Bariachi is an obligatory stop for mariachi, Mexican cuisine and colorful flair.

When it comes to dining, you can throw a rock and hit a few great places to try with a variety of options for every dietary need.