This was a popular spot in town and reservations are recommended, but luckily our host knows the…read moreowner, Alex, formerly from Alaska. The food is all very fresh and selections quickly run out for the evening. They were out of the pork chops, peanut crusted fish, and the grilled green beans. We started with a cheesy spinach queso dip and chips and also got some fresh warm bread. My husband and I split the steak meat loaf (wrapped in bacon and cheese) and the Magnolias chicken. They were formally out of potatoes but Alex rounded some up for the meat loaf and our friend's filet mignon. The chicken was stuffed with Brie and cranberries and other goodies. I ordered a side salad that was incredible and had cucumbers, tomatoes, goat cheese, avocado, nuts and other goodies. It had a very light jalapeño honey dressing. For dessert we had a blueberry cream brûlée with an Alaskan name that I've forgotten. We also had a nice Chilean Malbec. "When in Mexico, eat Mexican" has its limits, so after a week this was a delightful find that all of the "local seasonal tourists" frequent.

I was told this is one of the oldest restaurant in the area and after eating here I know why. The…read morefood is as fresh as this morning catch. They have shrimp. Octopus and fish ... a true seafood lovers paradise. Homemade tortillas and a Pacifico and your day has been made!!! Service with a smile and warm welcome ... highly recommend it!!

La Vena is the quintessential beach palapa restaurant. It is very popular with the sailors and…read morepowerboaters who anchor in the protected anchorage out front and dinghy or swim in. Some customers also walk down the beach from Los Angeles Locos, the hotel that controls access by land. Visitors by car follow the hotel signs and then drive past the hotel down the beach road and park in the palms and walk back to La Vena. If you come by car you can only get through the hotel Gates sorting open hours at the restaurant, and you may be required to leave your license and show your receipt when you exit. Sometimes yes, sometimes no. All depends on the mood of the guard. So after getting you worried about access, let me assure you that it will be worth it. The restaurant has been run by the same family for the 15 years that we have been visiting Tenacatita. The menu is small and simple and is all local. They are well known for their Rollo del Mar, fish wrapped around shrimp with a rich sauce. Their empanadas de camerones are my favorite. Three large empanadas in an order. Plenty for two normal appetites. I've cold beers, good margaritas, agua minerales and assorted soft drinks make a great place to spend a few hours as the breezes blow through the palapa. Great beach for swimming too with changing room and a fresh water shower

This review was for the OLD Palapa Joes which had great seafood. In March (2025), the restaurant…read morewas severely damaged by fire, and closed. The new Palapa Joes will most likely be run by a local entrepreneur and resurrected with the help of Guy Fieri, but this is to finalized! I suggest folks visiting the area visit the new Palapa Joes for an exciting renewal!

Great food and great value. Nice vibe. We were brought here by family that live in Cihuatlan. I had…read morethe arrachera omlet and loved it. We will definitely be back.

The food selection is excellent. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I appreciated the…read morenice salad selections and the pizzas also look good.

Best place in town for breakfast!! Everything is delicious and the service is impeccable…read more Chilaquiles to die for! Fresh squeezed juices and so much more. Great atmosphere too. Just go, you won't regret it!!

Everything was perfect. It's a lovely treat for myself and others. I ordered the burrito combo. It…read morecame with hash browns, chicken burrito drowned in red sauce, and avocado. I also ordered a side dish of fresh papayas and two glasses of fresh carrot juice. Service, beach view and weather were amazing. I highly recommend this treat.

Our hotel recommended Tito's in San Patricio at the end of the crescent beach. The restaurant is so…read morelovely and you can sit inside or out on the beach. The servers speak English and are very helpful and friendly. The food was delicious. I had shrimp fajitas. There were many cold beers to choose from and the pina coladas were very generous. We could watch the ocean and the seastacks from our table. The perfect place for our 11 year anniversary! We highly recommend when in the area.

This place is a gem good service good food. Very clean and…read morefollow all Covid19 procedures.

Amazing service! Food was delicious and fresh! Prices are average. The location is nicely located…read moreright on the beach with great views.

Delicious Food, Beautiful Ambiance, and Affortable. We enjoy this restaurant and they have a live…read moreband 3-5pm etc. and they give us complimentary appetizer and desert.Most of all we got the best server.Definitely will be coming back

Great coffee, wonderful huevos rancheros, and affordable! The big deal is that the owners,…read moreLaurence and Guilles, are SO nice - accommodating, informative, and always present. The place is small-scale, and we suggest sitting at the few tables on the street. GREAT food, good company for breakfast. If they were in our town on Vancouver Island, we'd be there all the time. p.s. If you need to go to the washroom, go to the bus station across the street.

This little gem is as close to traditional Mexican home cooking as it gets . Farm fresh eggs are…read morebrought in daily as well as hand made tortillas . They've great selections with daily specials ......I highly recommend the Machaca. "Guille" and her staff provide a chipper and friendly atmosphere . Conjoined with Guille's is El Cafe . Nothing compliments a great restaurant like great coffee!! It is ran by the shop's owner ,Laurence. He's also the Barista and Roaster Extraordinaire . His beans are switched out weekly , guaranteeing the freshest product possible. Drop by for some great conversation and the best Mocha in all of Jalisco! -Cheers-