The tranquility of one of Mexico City’s most exclusive neighborhoods was shattered on the night of September 23, when Velaria, a restaurant located on Presidente Masaryk Avenue in the Polanco district, became the site of a scandal involving former Veracruz governor Miguel Ángel Yunes Linares and his sons.
Social media user Ana Pat Arteaga Massieu shared her account of the incident on X (previously Twitter), detailing how the Yunes family allegedly engaged in a physical altercation with other diners, surprising those present who were enjoying what was supposed to be a peaceful evening. According to her narration, the Yunes family exhibited rude and arrogant behavior from the onset, treating restaurant staff with disdain.
Tensions rose significantly when a group of three diners, including a lawyer, stood up to leave and confronted Yunes, labeling him a “traitor” directly. This escalating confrontation quickly transformed the restaurant’s atmosphere, leading to verbal insults and physical exchanges, including kicks directed at the lawyer’s companions. The restaurant staff swiftly intervened to manage the situation, striving to contain the chaos while bewildered diners watched as the establishment morphed into a makeshift arena.
Arteaga Massieu reported that the conflict escalated to such an extent that restaurant personnel had to confine the Yunes family within the premises to allow other patrons to exit safely. Outside, several bodyguards waiting for the Yunes added to the tense atmosphere, although they did not participate in the fray.
This incident has sparked outrage among witnesses and on social media platforms, raising questions about the behavior of the Yunes family. Observers criticized their arrogance and perceived abuse of power, challenging the character of political figures in the spotlight.
As of now, neither Miguel Ángel Yunes Linares nor his sons have issued any statements in response to the accusations and public outrage surrounding the altercation at the Polanco restaurant, leaving many wondering about their version of events.