This is a go to place each time my husband and I are in Cozumel. My husband's fav is the flank…read moresteak, and mine is the chicken kebab. There is soup that comes with the meal, each time we have gone its been different and always super yummy. We have vacationed on Cozumel 3 times so far. We found La Choza the first time and always come back. Great atmosphere, lovely staff. Its Ace

Best authentic Mexican food. Only a short walk from Royal cruise Port!…read moreGreat service to us gringos.

There are 2 locations, the other is in Guadalajara. This place is small and away from the tourist…read morezone. So you'll appreciate the non-tourist prices and the authenticity of the food. The staff is very nice, they don't speak much English so be ready to pull out your Spanish. If you don't speak Spanish, then learn. I'll be coming back here next time I'm on the island.

I am so glad we ventured away from the touristy area of Cozumel to find this place, just a short…read morewalk from the Main Street. My husband felt a bit nervous venturing out, but I am thrilled that we did, because this place felt authentic and local - just what I was hoping for. Service was prompt and very friendly - we felt very much welcomed. The food was outstanding - the best tacos we had on our trip!! Definitely not a fancy spot, but don't let the looks deceive you - this place is a "do not miss" if you are looking for outstanding, authentic food at an incredible price!

Food - Delicious. Steak was fantastic! Shrimp ceviche was so good. Everything was yummy!!!…read moreService - Everything was made to order. Food & drinks were simply delicious. Ambiance - Quaint, clean, authentic Mexican restaurant. When we are back in this port, we will be eating here. What a difference walking 10 minutes from all the gimmicks at the port makes. If you're going to Cozumel, make sure you stop here for a great lunch/dinner.

Stopped here while ship was in port. The steak tacos, chicken fajitas and guacamole were so good…read more Highly recommend!

After visiting all three El Fogón locations in Playa del Carmen, I can confidently say they're all…read morefantastic. The service is quick, the prices are incredibly reasonable, and the food is consistently delicious. Before your meal even arrives, you're served a plate of fresh radishes, cucumber, and lime wedges, plus a selection of toppings including tomatoes, onions, and both a green and red salsa. Unfortunately this location didn't give us the cactus like the other locations did. The red salsa was my favourite, it paired perfectly with the tacos and had just the right amount of heat and flavour. The standout for me was the al pastor taco. The meat was incredibly flavourful with crispy edges, a smoky char, and the perfect balance of savoury spice and sweet pineapple. It was easily one of the best al pastor tacos I had in Playa del Carmen. I also tried the sirloin taco and the chicken breast plate, both of which were excellent. The portions were generous, everything tasted fresh, and the quality was impressive, especially for the price. El Fogón absolutely lived up to the hype. If you're looking for authentic, delicious tacos and grilled meats that won't break the bank, this is a must visit. I loved it so much that I ended up eating at all three locations and every visit was just as good as the last.

We had a fantastic meal at El Fogón in Playa del Carmen! The atmosphere was fun, lively, and felt…read morevery authentic. The service was outstanding, and everyone made us feel welcome. My wife and I shared the chicken fajitas, which were excellent. My friend ordered the al pastor fajitas, and his wife had the pork chops--everyone agreed the food was delicious. The guacamole was fresh and amazing, and every dish was flavorful and generously portioned. If you're looking for authentic Mexican food with excellent service and a great atmosphere, I highly recommend El Fogón. We would definitely come back!

This place was recommended by a local. The food did not disappoint! The hostess & server were…read morefriendly and we were seated promptly. The atmosphere is an open flow restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. There are some fans on but it doesn't override the heat. Overall we had a great experience & the food was delicious!

The one time I chose not to listen to the reviews...I should have trusted my gut instinct and left…read moreafter no one addressed me or offered me a water, minutes after being seated. I ordered the shrimp ceviche and mango margarita. While the ceviche was decent, the mango margarita was terrible. It felt like a waste of money. The taste was off and it was not strong at all. Next time I visit Cozumel, I'll be skipping this place!

Love! If you're staying a Casa Del Mar, this place is right next to the hotel and a must visit. If…read moreyou're not staying at Casa Del Mar, this place is still a must visit. My boyfriend and I came here twice during our stay and we honestly wish we had skipped some of the other places we went to and came here instead. Even though we only came here twice, we tried a lot of stuff. Ceviche Mixto The ceviche here is super fresh and cooked with the perfect amount of lime juice. It has fish, shrimp, octopus, onions, tomatoes, & cilantro. We ordered this both times we ate here. Arrachera with Cactus Yum! This was a lot of food. It came with chorizo as well. The steak was cooked to perfection and was super tender and juicy. The cactus sauce was really interesting and yummy as well. Tamarind Margarita This was the only thing I didn't really enjoy. It was way too sweet for me, but I also dislike sugar more than the average person (ie. I don't like 99% of desserts). I ordered it because I was expecting it to be more tart because of the tamarind. Ojo Rojo Ojo rojos are my favorite drink. I order it with Dos Equis. It's basically like a Bloody Mary, but instead of vodka, I mix it with beer. The ojo rojo mix they make here is great. Maya Salad Ordered this because we had eaten almost no veggies for like a week. Wasn't expecting too much from this, but it was so so good!! The pumpkin seeds, carrots and dressing were the best part. We got this with no meat because we ordered it as an appetizer, but next time I come back, I'd definitely order it with the chicken option and have it as a main entree. The guava dressing is to die for and I normally never add dressings to my salads. Not sure how "authentically Mayan" this salad was, but no joke, it was probably my second favorite thing out of all the things I ate in Cozumel. Mole Chicken SO FREAKIN GOOD! This was my favorite thing I had during my entire trip hands down. I tried mole at two other restaurants, but this one absolutely won out. We ordered too much food and I was already feeling stuffed by the time this entree came out, but the sauce was so good, I ate everything. And I mean everything. All the meat off the chicken, every speck of rice, and I used the tortillas to wipe any remaining sauce off my plate. MUST ORDER! Coconut shrimp My boyfriend ordered this. I had a bite and thought it was really good! The shrimp was definitely fresh and it was fried/cooked perfectly. The batter was really flakey. The shrimp were huge too. Jamaican Margarita (?) with worm salt I didn't try any, but my boyfriend really enjoyed it. I did try some of the salt with the worms in it. It just tastes like normal margarita salt, honestly. You can see the little specs of worms in it though, which was cool.

We really enjoyed Paprika. The food was delicious. Azaliea recommended the molé- and we absolutely…read moreloved it! My mother and my sister are celiac. The waitstaff was very knowledgeable of allergies and explained to us very clearly their process and ingredients. Certainly a go-to if you are celiac in our experience! They have lots of great options. The service was great too- thanks to Azaliea!

I saved my 1,200th milestone review for the best Mexican food I ever had which is located in…read moreCozumel Mexico! Which is an extreme contrast of the Mexican restaurant which was my first review! This restaurant is located in the oldest home on the island dating back to 1903. Definitely a find to come here and I share this secret place with my fellow Yelpers. The food is nothing short of amazing. I strongly suggest to follow all the suggestions on what to eat. The highly skilled chef will have you leaving here wondering when you can come back. My favorites were the fresh fish, avocado(aka native to Mexico) as well as all the special and spicy ingredients. It was so relaxing to have a business meeting here while looking outdoors on the beautiful gardens. After lunch we had drinks out front while looking at the beautiful ocean. Definitely the hidden jewel on the entire island.

This review is for dinner . We have been to Cozumel 7 times . Always enjoyed most of the local…read moreoptions. Visited El Palomar for dinner on this trip after a recommendation from some local friends. El Palomar is located a little north of the ferry dock on the main drag. Directly across from the Jaques Cousteau statue. The building is a charming renovated 100 year old building (very well done). We had drinks on the veranda overlooking the sea at sunset. Margarita was the best I have had in Cozumel and the view of the sunset from the veranda was great. We retired into the main restaurant for dinner . The food was on point. My wife had the grilled Mahi And I had the skirt steak. Both cooked just right and served with a side of salad,mixed veggies and potato. The service was professional and unhurried. Wine selection also very good. Price was very reasonable for this nice of a place. This was probably the best experience at a restaurant that we have had in Cozumel.

The food and ambiance are amazing! You walk in through an arch, and are greeted by a beautiful…read moregarden. The restaurant is a hacienda-style building. Service is amazing! If you are a tourist, be sure to ask for the local menu. If you don't, you will receive a fancy, more expensive menu. The wait staff will gladly accommodate your menu request.

After a Tequila Tour our guide recommended Casa Mission and made reservations for 12 on the drive…read moreto the restaurant. Beautiful garden scenery as you walk up to the entrance of the restaurant which we were told its an actual home. The food was good and the service was good especially with a large party of 12 to accommodate. The Coconut Shrimp were large and cooked well. Served with a coconut dipping sauce. Mexican Coke for the win!! On the day we were there a Mariachi band was playing and even taking request

Upscale restaurant with great drinks. Beautiful restaurant right in the water. We had lasagna and…read moretuna steak. Lasagna was great and Tuna was outstanding!!

Great food and even better service. Angie is the best! Midnight ribs had me closing my eyes while…read moreeating. When visiting Cozumel, Kinta is a must!!

Service, food and location. Always a wonderful experience. Portions are usually large enough that…read moreone has food for another meal.

Meh. We got bit up my mosquitoes. They were nice enough to move us. Ordered fish tacos- nothing…read morespecial... they were disappointing in flavor and eye appeal. Neither of us finished the meal. Guacamole was decent but we had to doctor it up with salt. Pina Colada was not authentic ... must have came from a machine. There was a manager who offered tequila taste to the table next to us but don't know why it was just them.