El Coral

A traditional Mexican outdoor dining experience, very festive. The service was FANTASTIC. I have…read morethe Mariachi's come to your tabl and sing you some songs, they are great musicians and singers, and don't forget to give them a tip, you will want to after you hear them!!! Now for the food; The best chips and salsa in Cabo!!! The salsa is not as spicy as you might be used to (if you are from California) but it is AMAZING, if you want something spicier just ask. I ordered the Enchiladas De Mole (chicken) They were perfect, the chicken was cooked to perfection and the Mole was the best I have ever had. The margarita was the best I have ever had in Mexico, and I have had a few (my only regret was that I couldn't buy the ceramic cup it came in, They should sell them, they would make a ton of money on doing that). The Lo mejor de lo mejor (piece de resistance) was recommended by the waiter, FLAN for desert, it was PHENOMINAL. I would go back to Cabo strictly to eat dinner at Los Tres Gallos!!!!

I love this spot. Amazing service, ambiance, and cuisine…read more Their Flan is SO GOOD. Literally the best I have ever had. If I lived in Cabo I would come here and get the Flan at least once a week. I also want to give a special shout out to Ian for his amazing service. If you are in Cabo you can't go wrong with Los Tres Gallos

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María Jiménez

4.7(320 reviews)

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Romantic and quaint setting for dinner away from the hustle. The service was fabulous and food was…read moreauthentic.

On our last trip to Cabo San Lucas, some people we met that have timeshare told us the most…read moreauthentic local food was at Maria Jimenez. This trip we were able to get there. Loved it from start of walking up to it. It doesn't have the tourist look that so many place by the marina have. Inside is just as cozy. Server was very friendly and he made us feel welcome. Everything from salsa to guacamole was fresh and flavorful. The combo with Chicken Adobo, Carne Asada, Chorizo, and Queso Fundido is a great way to explore the many options here. Flavors and quality of dishes were excellent. I highly recommend this off the beaten path gem. You will want to return, again and again......

Quesadillas de camarón

Combination 4 pozole (weekends only).

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Hacienda Cocina y Cantina

4.4(551 reviews)

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•$$$$

Went here for our anniversary and it was perfect! The table…read morelooked out at the water. The ambiance was nice. Our server was great! The right amount of attentive. Our food was fantastic!

We celebrated our daughter's birthday here, and it was one of those dinners our family will…read moreremember for a long time. From the moment we walked in, everyone made us feel genuinely welcome. The service was outstanding! Friendly, attentive, and they truly cared about making our evening special. The highlight of the night was the live saxophone player surprising our daughter by playing "Happy Birthday." Seeing the smile on her face made the entire evening unforgettable. The food was phenomenal. The tableside guacamole was incredibly fresh and full of flavor, the ribeye chorizo queso was absolutely incredible, and the lobster ravioli was rich, perfectly cooked, and one of the best pasta dishes we've had. Every dish exceeded our expectations. Between the breathtaking views, great atmosphere, live music, exceptional service, and amazing food, this was easily one of the best dining experiences we've had in Cabo. Thank you to everyone who made our daughter's birthday so special. We can't wait to come back on our next trip!

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Las Guacamayas

4.2(447 reviews)

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After dinner tonight, I took a stroll down Lázaro Cárdenas, just enjoying the Cabo energy music in…read morethe air, people everywhere, and that warm evening breeze. As I was walking with husband we happened to pass by Las Guacamayas, and the vibe instantly caught our attention The place was lively, colorful, and full of that authentic Cabo charm. The staff I interacted with were attentive, friendly, and super quick, which made the moment even better. It's the kind of spot that pulls you in with its energy alone. And I can't forget to mention the drink that stole the show earlier in the night -- the Zombie Mojito Made with Appleton rum, mint liqueur, peppermint leaves, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and fresh pineapple chunks, it was tropical, refreshing, and had the perfect kick. Definitely one of my new Cabo favorites. If you're exploring the area and love discovering places with great energy and amazing service, this stretch of Lázaro Cárdenas is worth the walk

We loved the restaurant and the overall vibe. An Uber driver recommended it to us for dinner since…read morewe're not from the area. The dining area is partially outdoors, and it was sprinkling that evening. We ordered a fajita plate and a molcajete, and the food tasted good--we practically finished everything. The service was great, and the staff checked in on us regularly. Unfortunately, later that night we experienced food poisoning. We're not sure what caused it--possibly the salsa that had been sitting out during the rain--but it was hard to ignore. I'll leave it at that. It may have been a one-off situation, but I'm unsure if we'd return. If we do come back to Cabo and decide to try this place again and get sick a second time, that would be the final straw.

I LOVE THIS EFFING PLACE

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La Lupita

4.6(332 reviews)

1.1 km

Tequila & mezcal... what else do you need? The food was surprisingly good - the fish tacos were…read moreexcellent !

On our anniversary cruise and docked in Cabo for the day. Of course we were in search of the best…read morefood. Walking in felt like an open concept casita. Very warm and inviting. No roof, string lighting and decor, a tree in the middle of the courtyard. Bar on one side. Covered dining tables on the other. Showed up at the perfect time. In between the lunch and dinner rush. Extremely friendly and attentive staff with expert knowledge of the menu and fabulous suggestions. What we ordered: - Peruvian Ceviche (fresh catch of the day) - Shrimp Chipotle - El Takeshi - Al pastor in fried cheese shell - Bone Marrow taco was hands down thee best! My mouth is watering just recalling the melt in your mouth, buttery deliciousness of the marrow sitting on top. Loved the salsa sampler they brought to the table. The depths of flavor and heat were a fabulous compliment to the food. I've seen mixed reviews about La Lupita. I happen to agree with the most positive recounts. Every single staff member from the host to the waiters to the other servers walking around were extremely friendly and helpful. Overall A+ experience. Drinks and food were delicious. And we truly enjoyed ourselves. Will be back on a return trip!

Crunchy volcano

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Tuna tacos on lettuce were incredible!!

Metate

4.7(414 reviews)

3.5 km

•$$$$

this was DELICIOUS. Joel was the best!! He recommended the best dishes on the menu. We got the…read moreelotes, bone marrow tacos, and the cocochilco. Every dish was exquisite. We ended with the corn cake and the blue corn ice cream. Thank you Joel and co for a wonderful meal!

Food was amazing- very unique and flavorful Service was…read moretopnotch - Joel provided impeccable recommendations Beautiful outdoor setting Great for groups Live music was great

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Incredible ambiance

Tacos Guss

4.3(1.6k reviews)

0.4 km

•$

Oh my GOODNESS. JUST GOODNESS Gotta go here if ever in the…read morehood! We were just walking around looking for authentico! FOUND IT! Everything was fantastico!!

This is a very casual taco shop. Liked it, didn't love it…read more The aguas frescas are indeed fresh and they are very good. Both the horchata and jamaica were delicious. After you are seated, you are given a large tray of condiments (pico, cucumbers, onions, etc.) and a separate tray of sauces. We tried a variety of tacos (carne, pollo, pastor, shrimp, and pescado) and the pastor was the clear winner. They came on fresh flour tortillas and the proteins were freshly-cooked. The sooes we tried were good-sized and also very nice. Are there flies inside? Yep. I despise flies so be vigilant, unless you don't mind them. I saw a burrito at another table and it looked enormous and fantastic. I was a bit envious. I wasn't amazed by the food but I have no complaints.

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Michelada on steroids!

Roasted Grill & Bar

4.8(807 reviews)

1.1 km

We love Roasted! The food never disappoints and the service is top notch…read more The dinner rolls are just squishy lil things like you get at thanksgiving banquets but they serve it with delicious herb butter which makes them delicious. We love love love the arrecherra entree with a few salads to start. They always bring a complimentary dessert and often a little tequila shot as a parting gift- added value and great hospitality! A must try especially if you are walking from the Medano Beach resorts.

Heard about this restaurant from a local and we were very impressed! One of our favorite nicer…read morerestaurants in Cabo. They have a well diverse menu - seafood, steak, pastas, & more and everything we tried was well executed. The surf and turf platter was the hit of the night. Waiter told us it was good for 4 and it was definitely that, with leftovers. We also tried a pasta pomodero and it was yummy with a little kick. The imperial shrimp are a must get if you like shrimp. These are bacon wrapped, jalapeno stuffed. Yum! I would also highly recommend the tampiquena steak - Mexican style steak with a chile relleno. Best starters were queso fundido (MUST GET!) and the caprese was also very fresh! My one draw back was the temperature, but I know that's hard to fix. We came in August and it was very very hot and muggy. But didn't change our thoughts on the restaurant overall. Just something to note.

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The Office

3.7(1.7k reviews)

1.1 km

I came to The Office with a healthy amount of skepticism after reading some of the reviews. I'm…read morepretty critical when it comes to restaurants and don't hand out 5-star reviews easily, especially in tourist-heavy areas where food is often overhyped and underwhelming. This place pleasantly surprised me. I ordered the bacon-wrapped shrimp in sauce, and it was excellent. What really caught me off guard, though, were the vegetables on the side. They were so flavorful and perfectly prepared that I was genuinely impressed, which is saying a lot because vegetables are rarely memorable. The shrimp themselves were delicious and cooked perfectly. We also had the coconut-crusted lobster, which was very good as well. The only minor drawback was that the mashed potatoes were a little cold when they arrived. Overall, I'd rate the experience a 4.5 out of 5, which is high praise coming from me. Despite being in a tourist area, The Office delivered flavorful, well-prepared food and exceeded my expectations. I would definitely return.

The bar is right on the beach and has amazing drinks and food. The service is quick and the…read moreambiance is lively & colorful

Seating area

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Skinny margarita 10/10 strong

El Peregrino

4.8(641 reviews)

0.8 km

While looking for another restaurant, we passed by El Peregrino which was quite busy. When we…read morediscovered our restaurant was closed for the day, we went back to EP and asked the manager if we could have a table for 5. In a short order, the friendly manager returned and told us it would be a few minutes. Once seated, we noticed the wonderful A/C and the specials of the day and the regular menu. When we spoke to a family outside, they said they preferred the regular menu so that's what we ordered from served family style. bread with cheese appetizer - complimentary Ceviche - 3 kinds Surf & Turf - beef filet and lobster tail Baja Fish Tacos Seabass Filet with Mushroom Risotto Cava Maciel Malbec - manager said he just got it in and it's from Valle de Guadalupe, paired well with the food we were eating Everyone liked the food and felt it was our best meal in Cabo. Our server was friendly and engaging.

What a treat! There's nothing quite like a small, welcoming restaurant. The moment we walked in,…read morethe host greeted us with a warm smile and seated us right away. They offer daily specials at very reasonable prices. I ordered the octopus, and it was to die for perfectly cooked and incredibly tender. It was served over roasted vegetables with a side of rice. Sometimes, simple food prepared the right way can be just as satisfying as anything you'd find at a gourmet restaurant. The restaurant has an Argentine flair, with several tempting meat dishes on the menu. The daily special that day was a 12-hour roasted pork shank that looked absolutely mouthwatering, but I opted for the octopus instead and I'm glad I did. Everything was delicious, and I'll definitely be coming back to try some of their other dishes

Before the restaurant got packed and two tables of tourists

Baja fish tacos

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10 years ago

Simply Delightful! A Mexican Cuisine and Sea Food Establishment. Founded in 1975 The First Restaurant in Cabo San Lucas. Always Fresh and Mouthwatering tacos and specialty dishes are readily cooked up to satisfaction read more

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