Restaurant Scams in Puebla

Drink Spiking in Nightlife Bars

In bars and clubs, travelers have been targeted with spiked drinks (including scopolamine/'burundanga') leaving them disoriented and compliant, after which they are robbed or walked to an ATM. Local safety guides specifically warn against accepting drinks from strangers and over-drinking in Puebla's nightlife. The risk rises for solo visitors who lose track of their drink.