Must-see restaurants in Mexico

  • Coco's Kitchen

    Puerto Vallarta

    At this popular brunch spot south of the river, tables are sprinkled on a ceramic-tiled patio beneath a stilted terracotta roof in a shady bar-side garden…

  • Yeikame

    Sayulita

    Welcoming and reliable, this family-run place has pleasant street-side tables and produces a range of fairly traditional Mexican fare. Enchiladas,…

  • Pesca'o

    Acapulco

    Tucked down a side street off the Avenida Costera drag is this hopping seafood house with its intimate palm-leaf interior spilling out onto the sidewalk…

  • Café de Tacuba

    Centro Histórico

    Before the band there was the restaurant. Way before. A fantasy of colored tiles, brass lamps and oil paintings, this Mexican icon has served antojitos …

  • Café Rama

    San Miguel de Allende

    This cool cafe-bar-gallery comprises two separate rooms that are lovingly furnished with quirky antiques and eclectic curios, plus cozy couches near the…

  • México Lindo y Sabroso

    Guanajuato

    A popular place to try tasty traditional Mexican dishes in tasteful and colorful surrounds, including a delightful outdoor veranda. Also offers less…

  • Papas y Miel

    Guadalajara

    A tiny vegetarian cafe channeling Miami Beach with its hint of art deco, pastel walls and flamingo accents. Dishes are beautifully presented,…

  • Chapala's Fonda

    Guadalajara Region

    For something more down to earth than the glossy restaurants around the lake, check out the simple restaurants under the portales (arcades) of the main…

  • Casa Valadez

    Guanajuato

    This classic place enjoys an impressive perch on Jardín de la Unión and is a smart choice in every respect. As you'd expect, it attracts a loyal crowd of…

  • Allium

    Guadalajara

    This sleek fine-dining addition to Guadalajara’s growing gourmet circuit directed by chef Sebastian Renner Hamdan puts emphasis on locally produced food:…

  • Picaditas y Kekas Made

    Costa Maya & Southern Caribbean Coast

    Veracruz-style picaditas (tortillas with a layer of salsa, cheese and topping) are tasty and cheap at this simple eatery near the bus station. For…

  • Antojitos la Chiapaneca

    Tulum

    A good, cheap option to get your taco fix. You'll often have to wait for a table at this popular spot, or simply belly up to the counter. In addition to…

  • El Nopalito

    Acapulco

    This darkish, old-school eatery attracts people for its daily menu, which includes mole verde (green chili sauce dish) on Thursdays and Sundays. The set…

  • Las Panchas

    Isla Holbox

    Ask just about anyone in town where to go for Holbox seafood and they'll probably point to Las Panchas, where you can get delicious Mexican and Caribbean…

  • Chilly Willy

    Sayulita

    An unpretentious spot, this simple taquería (taco stall) makes a good stop for no-frills, tasty seafood. Munch tostadas piled with shrimp and octopus and…

  • El Parador

    Central Pacific Coast

    Don't let the casual appearance of this seafront restaurant fool you: plastic tables and chairs aside, the seafood repast placed in front of you is equal…

  • Xuncu Choco

    Oaxaca City

    What wonderful treats emerge from this small place specializing in cuisine from the Isthmus of Tehuantepec. Regional dishes include pescadillas (fish…

  • Nectar

    Mérida

    Inventive and delicious takes on traditional Yucatecan cuisine, a setting that would win design awards and superfriendly staff make for a winning…

  • Carmelitas

    Zihuatanejo

    Zihua's premier breakfast spot, this open-air cafe slings a tantalizing array of Guerrero comfort food including huevos a la pasilla (fried eggs in…

  • Chiles & Beer

    Guadalajara

    Despite it's unfortunate name, this is one of the best places in Tlaquepaque for fresh seafood. It's best known for its aguachiles (spicy ceviche) – 17…

  • El Amigo Miguel

    Acapulco

    This Acapulco mini-chain has been around since the '70s. Skip the ho-hum meat dishes and go for what these guys do best: shrimp al ajillo (with garlic…

  • Xipol

    Bahías de Huatulco

    Bivouacked beneath bohemian La Crema, this open-air spot can claim to be equally arty (a mural by noted Zapotec graffiti artist Irving Cano beautifies one…

  • El Rey del Cabrito

    Monterrey

    This local institution is synonymous with Monterrey and serves up its most famous dish: cabrito (goat). It's a masterwork of kitsch with an extraordinary…

  • Wayan'e

    Mérida

    Popular for its castakan (crispy pork belly), Wayan'e (meaning 'here it is' in Maya) is one of Mérida's premier breakfast spots. Vegetarians will find…

  • Café Pacífico

    Troncones

    At first glance, this is an international hipster cafe. Creative salads, fish tacos and hummus-smeared baguettines are all present and correct, as is …

  • El Jacalito

    Acapulco

    Just off the strip and a few paces from the beach, this thatch-roofed restaurant can nevertheless have a secluded vibe. It feels very authentic, with its…

  • Dulce Romero Panaderia Gourmet

    La Paz

    Come to this clean, modern, white-brick space for delicious all-organic breakfasts of perfectly poached eggs, local cheeses, veggies, salsas and more on…

  • One Love

    Puerto Escondido

    Excellent Euro-Mexican dishes with fresh local ingredients are served in this restaurant run by a Mexican-French couple. You could start with the 'One…

  • Mariscos La Huerta

    Manzanillo

    A giant Neptune statue points you toward this busy seafront palapa restaurant. With the waves practically lapping at your table and involuntary twitching…

  • Colectivo 9

    Tijuana

    The narrow-lane approach provides a taster of what’s to come with its hip small boutiques and cafes; the Colectivo comprises nine small restaurants set…

  • Café La Parroquia

    Campeche

    This casual restaurant appeals to everyone with its wide-ranging menu and attentive, long-serving staff. Order everything from fried chicken (M$112) to…

  • Jardín del Edén

    Troncones

    Just north of Troncones Point, the French chef’s fusion menu ranges from Mediterranean (with nightly wood-fired pizzas) to traditional Mexican fare. The…

  • Restaurant Jardines de Chiapa

    Chiapas

    Not too far from the main plaza, this large place is set around a garden patio with atmospheric brick arches. The long menu includes the tasty house…

  • Tacos de Birria Chanfay

    Puerto Vallarta

    This humble taco stand has been serving just four things since 1972: tacos, either blanditos (soft) or dorados (crunchy), and filled with birria (goat),…

  • Yug Vegetariano

    Zona Rosa & Reforma

    The mostly Mexican menu is taste-bud heaven for vegetarians and vast enough for most carnivorous folk to find something they fancy. Choose from…

  • Nimbus Cocina Creativa

    Oaxaca City

    This relaxed family-run restaurant has relocated to a new location in the Colonia Reforma neighborhood. It's a little less central than it used to be but…

  • Amorcito Corazón

    Veracruz

    Overlooking the main square, this friendly little place cooks up all manner of antojitos (small bites) in the evenings, so you can learn the difference…

  • El Tapanco Restaurante

    Northeast Mexico

    One of the most elegant restaurants in town, this family-run place has an atmospheric interior and courtyard seating accented by a gurgling fountain. The…

  • Tacos Gardenias

    Cabo San Lucas

    Arrive off-hours if you want a table at this cafeteria-like, cavernous joint. This is the place for outrageously fresh fish or shrimp (breaded or grilled)…

  • Restaurant McDonald

    Central Pacific Coast

    Cheery tiled tables and an equally cheery proprietor greet you at San Blas' most popular breakfast venue. Don't expect Big Macs, but do expect generous…

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