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    El Farallón

    4.2 (551 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSeafood
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Romantic
    Classy

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    Diana L.

    It saddens me to write such a review since we love the Waldorf but the restaurant really fell short. We did the $200 per person set menu. The service was mediocre. The location was really great. The main course was good but I noticed my husband's shrimp was not cooked through after he ate a big piece. That was a mistake because he paid for it after we returned to the room. The other dishes were nothing special and they all lacked refinement. They tasted average at best and this was probably our least favorite meal in Cabo, yet the most expensive.

    Elizabeth L.

    Worth a trip if you're in Cabo and are looking for a nice place to celebrate a special occasion or just to splurge a little. As long as you know what you're getting into and are aware that this place is for the ambiance, location, and service and not the food you'll have a lovely time. I had researched some of the best places to have a sunset seaside dinner when I was in Cabo and chose this one because it seemed to have the upscale, quiet and classy vibe I was looking for. El Farallon is located within the Waldorf Astoria and you will need to have a reservation in order to be let in the gates if you're getting dropped off by an uber or cab. For ladies wearing heels, it is a loooong walk from the main entrance of the resort to the restaurant and an even longer one back after you've eaten so beware. Once you check in they seat you at a champagne bar before taking you to your table and be aware you will feel pressured to get a drink. I knew I wanted champagne in advance so it was no surprise. We had a lovely table right next to the water and when the waves crash and wind hits just right sometimes you may feel a little mist, but the view is lovely. Try to look up what time the sun sets on the day you want to go and book an hour before that so you get the full sunset. The food was usually how it is at these places where you pay for the scenery- very expensive and pretty mid. There is a set menu where you choose your entree and the sides are all the same for everyone or you can add extra. All I remember is the additional oysters we ordered were nice and fresh. The service was very attentive. We got to watch sea turtles being released on the shore below us. Overall, I would come back to bring someone I loved who had never been there for the experience. It's nice if you want an isolated, classy place by the sea in Cabo to enjoy a meal that doesn't have a noisy, crowded, or party vibe but you will pay for that environment. Bill came out to $400+ for 2 after drinks, food, and service charge.

    Stephen C.

    If you want to impress your date; bring her here. If you want to make a statement proposal; bring her here. This place has the wow factor. Drinks are amazing; dessert was to die for. Ambiance was unbeleivable; watch the ocean waves crash into the cliff rocks. Enjoy the night out on the beach cliff with the fixed menu. The service is great; friendly and very helpful service. Price is on the high side for Mexico but you'll never forget it.

    Champagne tasting with salt pairing.
    Derek B.

    So first thing. This is in the Waldorf Astoria hotel. The gate attendant was sort of a pain. Nowhere does it say reservations only we had to sit at th gate to try and make an open table reservation, which didn't go through so we called and made a reservation. It's 3pm. They just opened. Of course when we got in we were the only people there. The staff said we didn't need reservations. So not sure if I was our crap uber or my Girlfriend who was on that side that he decided to profile... anyway. The view is amazing. The staff was ultra friendly. We just came for some oysters and champagne which was great. The champagne tasting was $100/person and they did a salt pairing. Wasn't something I've had so it was good. 3 tastes and 3 salts. We had some oysters which were decent, for the price I'd say they should have been a better option they weren't anything special and for almost $50 for 5 they should have been. But the view. You pay for it. And you will. Out total was about $450 which included their 15% mandatory tip (tacky for a place of this price but hey maybe people go there and get sticker shock and don't tip) and another 15% on top - my urge on forced gratuity is to leave it at that, but that view. Food smelled great. View is amazing. Oysters were the same as the stuff that the marina for less. Still a great time.

    chocolate mousse
    Tanya C.

    stunning cliff side atmosphere ! our experience included a choice of entree with appetizers and dessert included. a few additional sides as well as cocktails were added to complete the dinner. service is attentive but could improve. i always appreciate being asked if anything is needed before departing from the table. this eliminates me having to make request. food is good but you are really paying for the atmosphere.

    Check-in Area, Bar Area
    Spencer G.

    Amazing location. Staff were attentive and great service. Definitely a place to visit and experience.

    bluefin tuna
    Mia S.

    Dinner at El Farallon - Worth It for the Sunset & Service Reservation & Arrival We booked for 6:15 PM but arrived around 5:30 to catch the sunset. The host seated us in the waiting area first where you can order drinks while watching the ocean. Sunset Views By 5:45 the sun started setting, and the view was absolutely breathtaking. Honestly, this alone makes the place worth visiting at least once. ‍ Food Experience The main course price includes appetizer, soup, and dessert. * Soup was tasty * Bread was fresh and good * Ordered: Bluefin tuna & Red Snapper (both decent, but not mind-blowing) * Dessert: Chocolate mousse (my favorite!) + another dessert my husband ordered The mousse with nuts was especially delicious. Pacing Service is elegant but very slow. They truly take their time -- we were hungry waiting for each course Total dinner lasted about 2.5 hours. ‍ Service Top-tier. Staff constantly checked in and made sure everything was perfect. Price After tax and tip, total came out to a little over $300. Tip Once the sun sets, it gets chilly fast. Bring a light jacket! Overall Food: 4/5 View: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Experience: Worth it just for the scenery and atmosphere. I'd come back again for the sunset alone.

    Holly K.

    I mean an insanely beautiful setting, there is no denying that! And a champagne terrace? Love! I enjoyed a lovely glass of champagne on the terrace. We were there in January so the sun was well past set by the time we arrived. Once we were seated it took a very long time to see the menu board. While our waiter had brought it out previously, it just say there unlit and turned around until he could come back over. We ended up. being the last people in the restaurant because everything felt a bit delayed. There is a limited pre-set menu, with their ocean to plate concept. I wasn't thrilled with the fish/side accompaniments. I don't know, they just weren't jumping out to me that evening. We started with the soup of the day and I will say it was probably the best soup I have ever eaten, so delicious! The trio of appetizers was okay. My fish was cooked perfectly, I just didn't love how it was prepared (bacon and sauerkraut). I probably just picked wrong, since nothing was really jumping out. My friend did get the tuna and ate every single bite up. So maybe it was just an off evening for me and too late to really enjoy the dinner.

    Chales Le Bel: 6oz ($48)
    Elena N.

    Date: Sunday, December 22nd, 2024 Time: 5:30pm Party of: 2 Meal: Dinner Reservation Made: via our Personal Concierge about two months prior *Fiji Large ($12) *Chales Le Bel: 6oz ($48) *Wine Tasting Farallon ($95) *Oysters & Caviar ($65) *Snapper: 6oz ($97) *Surf & Turf ($170) *Chocolate and Caramel *Mango and Basil *Celebration Cake *Service Charge: 15% ($73.05) Since we were staying at the Waldorf, I thought why not have dinner here? The hubby and I typically have one nice dinner every vacation, so I planned in advance. Not sure how hard it would have been to get a rezzie closer to the date, but it was a breeze with the concierge that far out. Please note, all prices above are in USD, tho we ended up paying in pesos since the conversion benefited us with a fee free CC. Since we were doing a super late bday celebration, we just ordered whatever we wanted. Before they take you to your table, they do sit you down in their bar type area and ask if you want a glass of bubbles. Of course I did, so got the one above. The view here is gorgeous. We sat at a little table facing the water until they came to get us for our actual dinner. The dinner table had the same view. We caught a bit of light before the sun set, so I advise an earlier meal if you want to enjoy the ambiance. It's just dark once the sun goes down. Every time I do a somewhat fancy meal, wine pairings are priced at least $150+. When I saw it was $95 here, I just decided to go for it. They do offer a premium one for $155. The standard pairing came with 4 different pours - Codorniu Clasico, Pedregal Zinfandel Rose, Rhone Blend, Mistela. I always like trying new wines. And it was nice the last three were local. Food wise, everything was fine. For the price, the food didn't really blow me away, but they plated it nicely. This fish was probably my fav as it was still silky and came on a bed of rice and curry. The hubs loves rice, so he definitely enjoyed this one. Overall, you are paying for the beauty of the resto more than anything else. Each entree did come with a popover and some olive type of spread / dip, soup, a trio of apps - salad, fish tartare, some kind of fried dumpling, and dessert. They were so sweet and also gave us a bday dessert. Much appreciated. Service here was awesome! They charge the standard 15% service charge, but we ended up tipping on top of that. we had various people helping us out throughout the meal and they were all super friendly and attentive. A nice place to have a meal if you enjoy views. The food is kinda overpriced for what it is, but I'd say check this out once just for the experience. REVIEW #3669

    Guava dessert
    Adam S.

    El Farallón in Cabo was amazing with a crazy beautiful ocean view and super fresh seafood. The pre-fixe menu made the whole experience feel great and definitely full. The pasta on the pre fix was great.

    Elisa G.

    This is a gorgeous restaurant and I'm coming back during the day to enjoy the beauty of the ocean. You have to start out at the champagne bar which is extremely romantic and also exorbitantly expensive. We were seated and ordered so much food. I just wanted an appetizer but we ended up ordering entrées, I didn't really like mine because the tuna was way too fatty. I did enjoy the tomato soup which was kind of a palate cleanser in between courses. They did cater to my gluten-free and cheese free needs so that was nice! We had fireworks while eating dinner which was super cool. I think they knew it was my birthday dinner! The sax player was super annoying so thank God he finished screeching by 9:30 PM. They should hire a guitar player instead which enhances the mood. Overall, I would say it's overpriced but it's a cool experience!!

    Ivan Z.

    We celebrated my wife's birthday here, and this place absolutely exceeded every expectation. Service: 10/5 Truly exceptional. The team made us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived. Attentive, friendly, and professional in every way. Food: 10/5 Every dish was outstanding. Fresh, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. You can feel the quality and passion behind the menu. View & Atmosphere: 10/5 Stunning ocean views, relaxing ambiance, and a perfect setting for a special occasion or a romantic evening. It's the kind of place where you instantly feel transported. Overall, a remarkable restaurant that gives you an experience you want to come back to again and again. We will definitely be returning!

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    Felicia K.

    The atmosphere of this restaurant is spectacular. Such a lovely place to have drinks and take photos of yourself at. My dining experience however just wasn't impressive. I really didn't like anything except the desserts. This is the spot everyone comes to for their birthday. They sung happy birthday to three other tables including myself, I know they get tired of singing it lol. The server did take amazing photos of me so I truly appreciate that. The Waldorf Astoria is gorgeous though I'll have to stay there when I come back to Cabo.

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    Mariscos La Palmita - Stone oysters fresh and ready to enjoy, a delicacy straight from the ocean!

    Stone oysters fresh and ready to enjoy, a delicacy straight from the ocean!

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    The tostada was heavenly!!

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    4.3(455 reviews)
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    I have been coming to Maro's Shrimp House since I found it, probably on Tripadvisor at the time,…read more way back in June 2016 and we make it a must on every trip to Cabo. Even when I was in Cabo on a cruise ship last Friday (11/28), had to hole up in my cabin on my laptop and work a half day (until 11am), missing out on my family's morning excursion all with a 1pm last tender call to get back to the ship... After my wife, mother-in-law, daughter & son's excursion with well reviewed Real Baja Tours (which I arranged separately instead of through the ship), all but my son were dropped off back at the ship as they wanted to skip out on the amazingness of Maro's. Yeah, I KNOW!! CRAZY!! The driver was nice enough to drop my son off at Maro's afterwards and the timing couldn't have been more perfect, just a few minutes before their 12pm opening time. Even though, we were a few minutes early, they gladly seated us right away. And very surprisingly, we were the only ones there for a good 20 minutes. From our very first visit in 2016, it is quite clear that the only things you need order is the shrimp and lobster which are fantastic...and THE BULLDOG (basically a giant schooner of margarita with an upended Coronita standing on its drowning head)...well, no Bulldogs for the boy. Service is very efficient and the friendly staff (despite not knowing too much English, except Maro himself, of course) is very attentive to any calls we had for refills of GARLIC WITH BUTTER (soooo much garlic, it was fantastic) & my dear, dear Bulldogs. Speaking of Bulldogs, they keep track of the most Bulldogs drunken in a sitting. I believe the current leader had 22...which is a superhuman feet because I was feeling quite FINE (read: tipsy) after my two. Also speaking of Bulldogs, on a visit in 2024, my kids, one friend of theirs and I witnessed a server giving 3 ladies a lapdance when they ordered one to share. Now that's service! Lol. Having told the staff we had to get outta there at 12:30pm, they delivered our wonderful meals very promptly and after first giving us totopos (tortilla chips) with two kinds of delicious salsa (well, a salsa and a pico de gallo). We each ordered the 1/4 kilo of lobster and 1/4 medium shrimp for $24.95 USD. (Note prices on the menu are conveniently in USD.) This was more than ample for one person but we prodded on and thoroughly enjoyed it, as always. With each plate, they serve the seafood with a very tasty rice pilaf and some pieces of squash or something I still can't figure out and after 2 Bulldogs, I completely forgot to ask about. They also give you a piping hot cup of that GARLIC WITH BUTTER served over a candle to keep hot which is brilliant. There is nothing worse than eating your giant platter of lobster and shrimp and the butter starts getting cold and becomes gluey and gloppy. That stuff is so good, we asked for another cup (and unlike American restaurants, it was free). On our visit in 2024, we actually got to meet Maro himself, took a picture with him, printed and framed it at home, brought it with us on the cruise and mounted it on the wall to the right of the L.A. Dodger flag, naturally. Since there wasn't any room left to write something with a provided marker, I added my DK to the bottom of the UCLA Bruin flag hidden near the back to the left. Oh, while you might think this place is a dingey dive by the look of the joint with its millions of marked up mostly collegiate flags lining the walls and rafters, the food makes it absolutely worth a visit...or two while you're in town. So save Edith's or Hacienda Y Cucina for the evenings (unless you want what I suspect would be a super fun & roudier crowd in the evenings). HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Wow, that's a David K 4x HIGHLY RECOMMEND so ya better go!

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    Maro's Shrimp House - Lots of tables inside and many university flags with autographs on them. Live music!

    Lots of tables inside and many university flags with autographs on them. Live music!

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    HOUSE SPECIALTY: DELICIAS DE CAMARON

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