Hermana Republica

Mérida


A sleek, fashionable spot with an industrial interior including Edison light bulbs and designer chairs. Moneyed young locals hit here for craft beers (including IPAs), while hungry folk get their teeth into everything from gourmet hamburgers to Yucatecan fare.


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