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Basto's Grill

4.6 (62 reviews)
InexpensiveBars, Mexican
Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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the chili rellenos is the fullest plate with rice and beans; excellent, the bowl is Napolitano Pasta with fresh tomatoes and basil

Wednesday dinner was at Bastos and excellent as always, he had pasta Napolitana with rolls from Chedraui, $160p, I had beef relleno $180, 2 XX $90, total $430p, $20.66US I can't begin to describe the quality of the meal. Chef made the Napolitano with fresh tomatoes and basil, added parm cheese and I don't know what else. My fresh poblano pepper relleno was packed with tender slices of moist beef and some other stuff, creamy and moist.......tomato sauce and crema over the top, incredible. For $430 pesos??

Waiting for our delicious meal
Derek S.

Such a tasty spot in the middle of Isla Mujeres we found it on trip advisor / Yelp and they lived up to the reviews! Best food I have had in Mexico thus far, the quesadillas tasted like a mix with a calzone. It was crispy but soft and the cheese was melt in your mouth. Not sure if I will ever be back to Mujeres but if I am I know where to go.

Pictured are grilled chicken tacos. Very good!
Missy R.

Arrived via taxi from our resort. (We didn't have our golf cart yet). Don't let the outside appearance fool you. It is definitely a hole in the wall on a side street outside the touristy area. This place is a gem though. We really wanted to find something authentic and this fit the bill. It is also conveniently across from a little grocery store to stock up on water. All the food was excellent and the waiter (probably owner) was great. Love finding these little restaurants. Please go and you won't be disappointed.

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Stephen L.

Well ..... this place is the best! It's small and the service was a little slow but you don't care cuz the food makes up for it !! The shrimp parsley was amazing ! The steaks! The enchiladas !! The salsa ! The nachos! Wow! I mean you can't go wrong !! Go here ! Avoid dinner rush on a weekend

What's left of our steak tacos and beans and rice.
Chuanda M.

Omg......when I tell u slap your mama good. How did we come across this lil grill. I'll tell u how. We took a 15 min walk from the hotel in search of another taco spot and found this place. And I'm so glad. When I tell I I've never been a fan of pico de Gallo this place changed my mind. It came free with the complimentary chips and salsa and it set the mood for the rest of the meal. I've never enjoyed pico de Gallo in the states. Actually hated it. But let me tell u they did it so right. Have to get it here. This is what was left. We had the steak tacos. And the beans and rice was poppin. Soooooo yummy. Gabriel our waiter worked w our non espanol speaking asses and got us exactly what we wanted. What a great start to our Christmas vacation. Thanks for staying open for us on Xmas eve. - just 2 girls from Maryland.

The complimentary chips and salsa were as fresh as it gets.
Dan O.

This time was even better. The kids were running in the streets. I can't wait for my tacos! Service was perfect and food was great. This place is outstanding but not for some people. If you understand what I'm saying then you should bring your friends and family here 3 times every week. If you are put off by this review then you should stay at your all-inclusive hotel and enjoy the crappy food. The food, cold beer and service here are excellent. Steak tacos, chips, salsas, guacamole and everything else is dynamite. You are dining close to the authentic streets of Isla. If you or your significant others are fragile about this concept then you can try something else. Great food and great service. The dive bar across the street is great for dancing off your dinner. I was the only gringo at the bar afterwards but the locals were very inviting and I had a great time. 3 steak tacos, guacamole, salsas, pico, fresh chips(upon request)one margarita and one orange Fanta for 240 pesos($12 USD). . My server Gabriel was excellent again.

Mele T.

Everything we have ever got there has been excellent. Wynne gone there a couple times each to the last few years. I strongly encourage you to go. I love the enchiladas suiza and my husband loves the lobster thermadore. The prices are super reasonable. They are closed on Thursdays so don't wait to go! Oh, and the locals go there too and that's a good sign.

Georgina R.

Don't be put off that this place is on a little residential street nowhere near the water or other restaurants. This was by far the best dinner we had while here in Isla Mujeres but not the most expensive. Service and servings are great! Order a lemonade and they bring you a glass of lemonade plus your own little pitcher of lemonade for refills. I had the garlic butter lobster tail. Hubby had a special beef dish with a strange name. Wish we could have eaten there every day.

My family and I enjoying good food and good times at Isla de Mujeres.
AngieLee G.

Small little place,when we arrived it wasn't what I expected (not in a negative way) I guess more resturan t style a.c., etc.... it doesn't have a.c. their restroom are not in The best conditions but we are here for the food and service right. The food is tasty amazing. I got the steamed salmon so so good,my daughter got the chicken flautas yummy, and my husband the enchiladas all way satisfying! And the staff is attentive and friendly.

John J.

Basto's grill is off the beaten path however, it is worth the trip. I got the grilled salmon that was delicious!! My daughter how is so picky actually made a " happy plate" with her grilled chicken and homemade fries and pasta. Get off Hidalgo street and come visit!

My girlfriend, Samantha, and I can came here for lunch right when they opened. We were recommended to come here from a few friends that we have known on the island. I am going to be very straight forward. These were the best tacos that I have ever had. From the freshly made corn tortilla to fresh meat (chicken and steak) to the grilled onions (absolutely bomb). If you are on the island and looking for a place to get the best tacos of your life. This is the place to go!

Looking into the kitchen and inner dining area

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Great Food and service at a reasonable price. Easy to get to, close to the Super Akai

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Some of us enjoyed our meal. Others did not. I would not go back to Basto's. There are too many other better restaurants there.

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Nice cool place with great service. All dishes are in clay and entrees come with bean soup, rice and pickles.

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Local spot down the street to the right of the super express market in La Gloria in the center of the island.

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4.6(479 reviews)
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I dined here on Valentines day last month with my granddaughter and her partner. It was packed but…read morewe managed to get a table right away. The hostess was nice and got us in the door. She was walking us a little towards the back, but since it was my first time to Isla, I wanted to people-watch, so I asked about a table up front. As soon as we headed over, I saw why she passed it - it was right next to the saxophone player! Thank goodness his volume level was perfect! Just loud enough to be heard over the crowds walking down the 'lane' out front and the restaurant diners' chatting. But not so loud that we 3 couldn't chat. We loved it! Now these two can EAT - and love to try everything on the menu, whereas I tend to eat smaller portions. I ordered the shrimp tacos and they were fantastic - huge pieces of shrimp, so good! The lobster mac n cheese is so good, I would have loved to bring a big container of it home with me! The restaurant is very busy but very clean and tables are well organized for maneuvering a quick trip to the restroom before leaving. Our server, Maylen was attentive and pleasant. The bar area, facing the street, looked like a lot of fun, I'll have to try it next time!

There was a saxophone player while I was there. I tried the chicken tacos. They were good. There…read morewas a table with a birthday there and the staff brought a dessert with a sparkler on it. And the saxophone player walked up to them played for them. That looked pretty nice. We sat next to the bar and there were some obnoxious gringos at the bar while we were there... which is common on the north side of the island.

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Lola Valentina - Cute decor

Cute decor

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Lola Valentina - Lights out. But fun.

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Lights out. But fun.

La Bruja - Another view of the Whole Fried Fish plate!

La Bruja

4.7(7 reviews)
0.2 kmIsla Mujeres

My husband and I came for a late breakfast and WOW. BEST breakfast experience yet. Very "homey"…read morefeel, polite and good English. The food was really fantastic! Hands down the best tomatillo sauce I've ever had. I ordered the Divorciados and not only was it a big plate but fresh and so delicious! My husband ordered the Huevos Motulenos (didnt get photo) and was very happy & impressed which is difficult to do lol! Coffee was great, friendly...highly reccomend you give this local place a try for breakfast! **UPDATE** We came back to try dinner a day later and it was wonderful! My husband had the whole fried fish and it was delicious! I chose the shrimp fajitas which came with grilled onions & peppers. We both had rice and small salad. All fresh tasting, cooked well, and no overkill by unnecessary spices. We also ordered the fresh pico de gallo and that was fantastic!!! The folks are so kind, the whole experience is great!

This total hole in the wall Mexican restaurant serves up inexpensive dinners with zero fanfare or…read moreambiance. We started with some [perfectly fried chips and delicious home made salsa. FOr my main course I had an arrachera steak that was pretty flavorful but the over cooked frozen vegetables that accompanied it were a bit of a let down. My wife had beef fajitas that she enjoyed. The owner was very nice and the price was right - less than 400 pesos ($25 US) including tip for our dinners and 4 beers

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La Bruja - Total before tip. Amazing food and excellent prices!

Total before tip. Amazing food and excellent prices!

La Bruja - Shrimp Fajita Plate! Flavor was great! So many shrimp too! I couldn't finish it all!

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Shrimp Fajita Plate! Flavor was great! So many shrimp too! I couldn't finish it all!

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