Guadalajara
A classic Tapatio experience – and must do post-bar hopping – is a two-for-one plate at El Chino, a street stand grilling up rows and rows of dogs wrapped…
Must-see restaurants in Mexico
San Agustinillo
A Catalan chef whips up innovative fish and seafood dishes at this intimate sand-floor restaurant perched above the main strip. Mains include lobster in…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Popular SU-FÓ serves up an eclectic menu of sushi rolls (most with signature cream cheese), rice bowls, hamburgers with hand-cut fries and even fancy…
Sonora
Max's serves up solid Mexican eats, hamburgers and sandwiches in a setting reminiscent of a cozy railcar. Located steps from Playa Bonita, it's a…
Zipolite
If you came to Zipolite to eat Mexican rather than Italian food, this is your bag with generous servings of fresh fish fillet or shrimp, accompanied by…
Sonora
A long-standing favorite, this local institution draws crowds for its enormous breakfasts, served daily until 2pm. Juicy burgers, steak sandwiches, blue…
Laguna Bacalar
Bacalar's first and only all-vegan dining option, Mango y Chile has a beautiful, large deck overlooking the fort and the lagoon, and friendly service…
Chiapas
Clients seem to be in two minds about Restaurant Los Geranios. The setting is gorgeous, inside the elegant Parador Santa María, though it's said that the…
Cancún
Gourmet thin-crust pizza and homemade pastas are served in a candlelit gravel garden at El Tigre y El Toro ('Tiger' and 'Bull' are the owners' nicknames)…
Cancún
The Green Kiosk just might be the most underrated seafood restaurant in all of Cancún. It began in 1974 as a small grocery store and now it excels in well…
Sayulita
Owned by the excellent Colima microbrewery, this restaurant and beer garden excels in North American fare such as burgers and braised ribs slow-cooked in…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Tasty home-cooked meals are served at long communal tables at this family-run establishment. There's no menu, just a daily special, freshly made. Service…
Acapulco
Thimble-sized family restaurant with an open kitchen and a very local vibe, serving generous Mexican breakfast (great chilaquiles!). As the day progresses…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Big sandwiches, made-to-order burgers, salads, yogurt with fruit, and a variety of crepes are offered at this tiny cafe, just steps from the central plaza…
Polanco & Bosque de Chapultepec
For a taste of Greece in downtown Mexico City, this upscale restaurant is your best option. The most popular menu items are grilled meats and seafood such…
Sonora
At the swankier end of the dining spectrum, the Blue Marlin specializes in seafood, serving everything from simple fish tacos to hearty coconut shrimp…
Monterrey
A few steps from lively Calle Morelos, this three-story building has a casual spot devoted to delectable tacos, another for antojitos (snacks) and…
Playa del Carmen
Pay a visit to the family and enjoy superb wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta, ravioli and gnocchi. Playa is a magnet for Italian restaurants, but this…
Isla Holbox
This colorful little palapa-covered restaurant on the square slings excellent Mexican breakfasts all day long. The motuleños (eggs in tomato sauce served…
Northeast Mexico
Amid massive wood doors, 18-foot ceilings and whitewashed walls, this colonial beauty serves Mexican classics, as well as an excellent paella that comes…
Puerto Escondido
Hidden away off a quiet stairway, Virginia's cafe is pretty super, particularly if you're judging it by its coffee (among the best in the city and roasted…
Mahahual
Lobster, lionfish, octopus, you name it – this fishermen's cooperative cooks up the fresh catch of the day and serves it to you right on the beach at the…
Playa del Carmen
Venture out to the seldom-visited side of Playa for some fine Jamaican jerk chicken and a cool reggae vibe. Combo meals include sweet-and-spicy grilled…
Isla Mujeres
This bar and grill fries up excellent locally caught triggerfish for its popular fish and chips, and there's malt vinegar to go along with it (a rare find…
The Copper Canyon & Ferrocarril Chihuahua Pacífico
Run by Velia and her husband, this place hits the spot for hearty home-cooked meals. Served in the front room of their house, there’s usually no menu,…
Guadalajara
Guadalajara may be a fair distance from the ocean, but fish and seafood remain a passion. For prawn and fish tacos, this simple eatery can't be beat and…
Sonora
Set in the middle of town, this low-key place serves huge plates of traditional Mexican cooking. Try the amazing mariscada (seafood platter) or the carne…
Monterrey
Monterrey's new culinary destination is a photogenic food hall with communal tables ringed by over a dozen vendors selling street food and desserts. There…
Akumal
Near the town's entrance, this popular foreigners' hangout does good grilled fish dishes and shrimp tacos in a casual atmosphere with outdoor seating…
Polanco & Bosque de Chapultepec
A one-stop chomp to try two of Mexico City's most iconic tacos: suadero (beef) and al pastor (spit-cooked marinated pork). Suadero tacos can be combined…
Cancún
Famed for its pescadillas (fried tortillas stuffed with fish), this low-key seafood palapa has an outdoor kitchen and lagoonside setting. It’s near the…
Mexico City
Deep-fried rolled tacos, aka flautas, are filled with your choice of refried beans, cheese, shredded beef, chicken, potato or marinated pork. They're…
Cancún
One of Cancún’s tastiest and most peaceful fine-dining restaurants – if you can find it. Tucked away within the Hotel Imperial Laguna's garden, this…
Zona Rosa & Reforma
There's certainly no shortage of tacos de canasta (steamed tacos in a basket) in Mexico City, but La Abuela has been doing it for three decades – and it…
Cancún
The covered terrace at this bar and restaurant affords views of the nearby bullring and towering residential buildings. Multi-flavored mojitos are great…
Cancún
The palapa-covered terrace of this trendy restaurant is wrapped in panoramic views, overlooking the nightclub strip, Nichupté Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea…
Mexico City
Famous for its 'taco manolo' (finely chopped beef, bacon and onion on a corn tortilla), you can chow down these tasty treats at the restaurant or the…
Zona Rosa & Reforma
Blink an eye and you'll walk right past this nondescript carnitas joint. El Azul (real name Rubén) has been slinging tacos de carnitas (pork simmered in…
San Miguel de Allende
This is a 'don't leave San Miguel without…' experience. This sweet-tooth's paradise is the best place in the region for chocolate and churros (doughnut…
Isla Cozumel
The views of the water are great from the outdoor patio here. Jeanie’s serves waffles, hash browns, eggs, sandwiches and other tidbits including…
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