Great local spot in Cozumel!! Quesadillas and margaritas hit…read morethe spot for sure!! Service was great and the local vibe was awesome!!

We've visited several times over the years and really enjoyed each experience. We like that many of…read morethe restaurant's patrons are local - it makes us feel less touristy and like we are getting the real local cuisine. My husband usually gets a whole fried fish, but none were available on our last visit so he tried the fish fajitas instead. They were fresh and delicious. I tried the chile relleno and it was one of the best I've had anywhere, which is saying a lot because I love a good chile relleno. The chips and pico de gallo were also fresh and hard to stop eating. And the margaritas are always great. The staff is friendly and efficient, and they have several folks that speak English when out limited Spanish isn't enough. We definitely think it's worth a stop and recommend giving it a try.

Delicious and interesting empanadas. Quick and friendly service in a clean atmosphere that felt…read morelike I was in a back yard in Argentina. Will definitely be back.

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!

Great food! Here for a spring break trip. Saw this wasn't too far from our hotel and off the beaten…read morepath. Reviews are right. This place is great. My husband got sirloin tacos off the rotisserie. I got a pollo plate. So good! We also added on guac, chips and a potato taco. Everything was great. Will come again. Sorry forgot to take a pic before we dug in.

We loved El Fogón so much we came back twice during our trip and that says everything. For a spot…read morethat's Michelin Guide-recognized, it still feels authentic, unpretentious, and very local. No gimmicks, just seriously good tacos. The tacos were packed with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and served hot and fresh every time. You can taste the quality and the technique especially in the way the meat is cooked and carved. Everything felt simple but done right, which honestly is what makes a taco stand out. The atmosphere is lively and busy (for good reason), but service moves quickly and efficiently. It feels like the kind of place locals actually eat at, not just a tourist trap with hype. We fully intended to try different taco spots around Playa del Carmen... but after our first visit, we couldn't resist coming back. When a place makes you change your food itinerary, you know it's worth it. If you're in Playa and debating whether it lives up to the hype it does!!

This is a must go to restaurant if youre a foodie porting from one of the cruiselines in cozumel…read more The restaurant is small with limited seating and will always be packed with customers, so best of luck getting a seat. However, if you do, youre in for the best food made with love and flavor! This is a true hidden gem in the busy overstimulating overselling port of punta langosta

Joyful and friendly environment with outstanding food and drink. Regina has had her place her for 9…read moreyears, and she clearly knows what she's doing! After seeing the great reviews here, we schlepped a couple extra blocks (despite a bit of rain) to visit for lunch. Well worth it. We liked Colores y Sabores so much that we returned on another day. Equally fantastic. The Margaritas (I got Mango) are great. Don't ask for frozen mango margarita because, although they will do it, it lessens the flavor of the fresh mango. Tried it both ways, so I can say for sure, lol. The Beans are something you do not want to miss. Something special about them here. The guacamole and pico de Gallo and chips are the way you'd hope: fresh, crunchy, not greasy and just enough pop. Enchiladas are fantastic - and there are three options for how you can get it. The Mole is outstanding - a little smoky, tons of rich flavor. I rarely order fajitas - but I wanted to go simple one day. Perfect. Tender chicken, and caramelized onions and peppers. Try corn or flour tortillas -- or both, like I did. Another day, I tried the tortilla soup and loved it. Soothing, simple, with strips of chicken and crunchy tortilla. We also got the chicken tacos, which were great. 3, with beans and guacamole on corn tortillas. Our fave, though, was the Chile Relleno. Heavenly. Ground beef stuffed inside and this dish was as satisfying and delicious as anything we encountered on the trip. The Carrot Cake! Definitely recommend that, too. Just sweet enough, and homemade.

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.

True Mexican mom and pop place. Definitely authentic. We enjoyed the tacos Al pastor. It's straight…read moreforward with no frills, but good

Very good food. Had multiple types of tacos. All great. Went back the next day for pizzas. Good…read moreas well. Good prices as well compared to the main tourist area of Cozumel

Absolutely amazing al pastor al trompo. The Al Pastor pizza is unique and delicious. The waiter was…read morevery friendly and attentive. The place is a great authentic local mexican joint with lots of locals both sitting and getting to go. Our favorite place everytime we come to Cozumel.

Kinta is back !! One of our favorite restaurants from back in the day has risen. Kinta is now on…read morethe waterfront in the old Margaritaville building at a STUNNING venue. Aiming for a. French bistro vibe w/ modern Mexican/French takes on the cuisine. Sounds a little funky but it works !! Some of the old standbys from the original remain w/ some delicious new additions . Cherry bombs & Midnite ribs are some of the holdovers. We had Cherry Bombs and then Arroz Negro, which was black rice w/ grilled octopus, scallops and braised leaks in a citrus beurre blanc w/ green beans and also a fish of the day which was Mahi Mahi in a curry mole. Unusual but very tasty. All accompanied but a bottle of NZ Sauvignon Blanc. A delicious meal. It is not a budget meal but that is not what they are aiming for. A few service kinks to work out but it was only night 9. We will be back

This is the first place we came to eat when we came to Cozumel and it set the bar very high. We…read morewanted to dine somewhere off the main street. This was a couple blocks away, and it wasn't crowded. This is a relatively small restaurant with a handful of tables in the back. There's lots of greenery and low light. Because we were sitting outside they offered bug spray so that we wouldn't get bitten too much. We started off with the roasted octopus appetizer - delicious. Perfect texture and flavoring. I was clearly on an octopus kick that evening because I decided to get the octopus risotto. A little less flavor than the appetizer, but still pretty good nonetheless. I tried some of my friend's red snapper which was tasted good. For a nightcap, I chose the Oaxaca mule, which is a lot like your average mule, but with a nice smoky aftertaste. Overall a nice, affordable place to grab dinner in Cozumel!

Kondesa is one of those places where the setting almost steals the show. Almost…read more The restaurant is tucked away from the main tourist strip, and walking in feels like discovering a hidden garden. At night, it really comes alive. Lanterns hang from the trees casting a warm amber glow, everything feels soft and intimate, and a live band playing low-key jazz ties it all together. It's cozy, a little romantic, and honestly one of the better dining atmospheres on the island. Hard to say how it translates during the day, but at night, it works. The Food The food holds its own, even if the setting gets most of the attention. By Cozumel standards, it's some of the better food we had on the island. The menu leans creative but still approachable. We tried a bit of everything. The Mexican dumplings were fine. Not bad, not memorable. The trio of guacamoles was a hit, especially the one with fruit and bacon, which sounds questionable but works really well. The queso was exactly what you expect. Good, comforting, not trying to reinvent anything. The standout surprise was the tortillas. Freshly made and easily one of the best parts of the meal. They elevated everything they touched. The meat tacos were also very solid, well-seasoned and satisfying. Dessert was the house specialty, a cornbread-based dish with ice cream and toppings. Don't remember the name, but I remember finishing it, which says enough. Service Service was good across the board. Friendly, efficient, nothing over the top but nothing missing either. Overall Kondesa is worth visiting for the atmosphere alone, but the food makes sure it's not just a pretty place. Come for dinner, take your time, and enjoy the setting. It's one of those meals where the environment does half the work and the food handles the rest.

Absolutely loved the ambiance! You'd never expect to find this on the other side of the crumbling…read morecity walls! Service was great. Food was good but not great.

This place is magical ! What a retreat ! Juan the manager has been there over 30 years as some of…read morethe waiters. From fresh guacamole made at your table to the I credible soups for appetizers, and the grilled lobster !! My favorite restaurant anywhere ! Added bonus they have mariachi s that play for a few bucks tip that have also been there for 30 years. They also have added several big tables in the garden and they take reservations, and wow the drinks are great ! I am very picky about my margaritas being from texas and they are wonderful here and strong ! If you're going to Cozumel this is a must !

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

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.

Very delicious and fresh seafood lunch!! The service was excellent and the food was the best we…read morehave had at a Mexican port. We shared a platter with grilled lobster tail, mojo de ajo (garlic) grilled Dorado (Mahi Mahi) and grilled shrimp. The plate came with rice and vegetables. La Mission was recommend by a shop owner along the Malecon and it was a great suggestion. It is walkable (20 minutes or so) from Punta langosta cruise terminal where our ship was docked.