Must-see restaurants in Southern Baja

  • Mi Cocina

    San José del Cabo

    Set inside the Casa Natalia hotel, tiny Mi Cocina is a classy gem. The decor is artistic, the mains sublime, and desserts (such as vanilla flan or basil…

  • French Riviera

    San José del Cabo

    A French-inspired spot with tasty breads, delicious croissants and pastries, gelati that hits the spot on a hot day and excellent dinners. The Med…

  • Bagel Shop

    La Paz

    Owner Fabrizio learned the art of bagel making in the USA, and he makes a steaming batch daily. Fillings range from classic lox and cream cheese to smoked…

  • El Caballero

    Cabo Pulmo

    This place serves huge dishes of traditional Mexican cuisine, including superb fish tacos and enchiladas. Breakfast is great, too. There's a small shop…

  • Tonka's Grill

    Southern Baja

    Join the loyal regulars and dine al fresco in a pretty courtyard on succulent grilled steaks and burgers swished down by a beer or two; note that…

  • Taqueria Tribi

    Southern Baja

    Surround yourself in rustic brick-and-wood decor and enjoy specials like barbecued ribs, T-bone steak and meat or fish tacos – it's the best restaurant in…

  • Café Olé

    Loreto

    This inexpensive cafe near the main square has good, basic fare, including great Mexican breakfasts, tortas and tacos.

  • Tacos El Estadio

    La Paz

    Join the line. This is where the locals come for their fish tacos. There are a few tables and chairs.

  • Tequila's Sunrise

    Todos Santos

    If you can handle the Eagles barrage (you're almost guaranteed to hear Hotel California at least twice while you're here), pop into the restaurant that…

  • Tropicana Bar & Grill

    San José del Cabo

    Part of the Tropicana Inn, the Bar & Grill is a huge space, with garden views and a generous menu of Mexican and American faves. Popular with travelers…

  • Doney Mely's

    Mulegé

    A colorfully decorated restaurant and bar with a special weekend menu for two that includes a gut-busting choice of local favorites like chiles rellenos …

  • Pancho’s

    Cabo San Lucas

    Full of festive atmosphere, mariachi band tunes, good food and aromas from the open grill, Pancho's also offers ‘all you want to know about tequila’. The…

  • Rice & Beans

    Southern Baja

    For something different, stop at this clean, American-diner-style biker joint serving cheap breakfasts, comidas corridas (set lunches), stuffed potatoes…

  • Fonda El Zaguán

    Todos Santos

    Good-value prices and creative Mexican cuisine make this a popular place on the main street. Opt for a daily special such as fillet of fish sauteed in a…

  • Invita Bistro

    Cabo San Lucas

    Plenty of Italian-inspired dishes here, plus Spanish favorites like ice-cold Spanish gazpacho (so refreshing on a sizzling-hot day!) and French-style…

  • Buffalo BBQ

    La Paz

    Under the mighty mounted buffalo head, eat a carnivorous feast that includes hamburgers, rib eye steak and grills. Lightweights can opt for the fish of…

  • Miguel's

    Todos Santos

    Locally loved for its hearty plates of Mexican food, shrimp in garlic butter, fresh soups, tasty tacos and delicious breakfasts, Miguel's is a modest…

  • Barajas Tacos

    Todos Santos

    Barajas Tacos is an excellent palapa-roofed taquería (taco stall) serving delicious fish tacos, carnitas (roasted, shredded pork), and papas asadas …

  • Kiwi

    La Paz

    Touristy, but this is the only restaurant on the ocean side of the malecón, between Calle 5 de Mayo and Constitución. It offers great views you can enjoy…

  • El Candil

    Mulegé

    Cavernous restaurant and bar where you can play pool, darts, watch football or sit for a meal of burgers, pizza and Mexican staples. It's popular with…

  • La Fonda

    La Paz

    One of La Paz’s old standbys for lovely Mexican fare, set menus in the afternoons, and a variety of specials. Dining in the patio area, with its greenery,…

  • Mariscos Mazatlán

    Cabo San Lucas

    Local families fill the big dining room at Mariscos Mazatlán for the good prices and great seafood. Sunday afternoons are especially busy (and especially…

  • Caffé Todos Santos

    Todos Santos

    Coffee-conscious travelers can consume cappuccinos with savory pastries, mammoth muffins or great main dishes.

  • Caprichos Coffee House

    Southern Baja

    Lattes, pies, pastries and occasional impromptu salsa performances make this small cafe well worth a stop.

  • El Quinto Sol

    La Paz

    This small health food shop sells natural supplements and a few smoothie additions like protein powder.

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