17 most spectacular beach restaurants in Mexico

by Cristina Alonso

Updated 07 July 2023

From the Pacific to the Caribbean Sea, start your bucket list of spots to dine out this summer

Saffron at Banyan Tree

4.5

4.5 (295)

MXN500 and over

Thai

Acapulco

About the restaurant

Restaurante contemporáneo Thai en el cual se sirven platillos tales como el Tom Yum Goong y otros clásicos de la gastronomía Tailandesa con un toque moderno servidos sobre un acantilado con vista al pacifico. Saffron ofrece un espacio privado en el cellar de vinos para máximo 12 invitados, con excelentes bebidas, comida y un ambiente elegante

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 8 Aug 2023

Incredible experience. Excellent service and food. Magical ambience.

Nido

4.5

4.5 (304)

MXN500 and over

Seafood

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

For the voyager in everyone comes a restaurant that evokes wanderlust and awakens your palate. The specialty: robatayaki, a table side Japanese grill and the freshest produce from the sea. The setting: a beautiful nest-like structure suspended between ocean and land, and surrounded by “espejos de agua,” literally water mirrors, magical in their own right. It’s a setting fit for an adventurer.

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BiancaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Staff was amazing and so helpful! They recommended great sushi dishes for me and were so accommodating. Everyone was very attentive and even took the liberty of packing up our food to go for us. Wonderful dining experience!

Ocean Grill Vallarta

4.8

4.8 (1061)

MXN500 and over

Seafood

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

During the low season (from July 23rd to October 13th), we operate with 2 service times: 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM, and we close at 4:00 PM.

High season hours (starting October 15th) will be 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM, with closing time at 5:00 PM.

To make a reservation, the system requires a non-refundable prepayment of $120 pesos per person for round-trip boat transportation. This amount is not refundable in case of cancellations or no-shows. If you hike in or arrive by your own boat, this payment will serve as a deposit and will be deducted from your bill on the day of your visit.

By making a reservation, you acknowledge and accept our reservation policies. Please visit our website for more information.

Please note; our weather and waves can change on a moment's notice. We may have to cancel the water taxi and close the restaurant if the waves are too high. This only happens occasionally but if we do you will receive a text on the phone number you leave with open table.

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Eric

Dined on 10 Dec 2024

We love to go OG ! great place , relaxing , great view . Loved the special OG Margarita .

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Experience

Regular reservation + water taxi

Kin Toh by AZULIK

3.8

3.8 (1181)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

Welcome to Kin-Toh, the Sanctuary of Culinary Exquisiteness and Connection with Nature! This restaurant is much more than just a place to enjoy a meal; it is a gastronomic experience that celebrates authenticity and culinary mastery with its signature cuisine. Majestically located above the lush jungle of Tulum, Kin-Toh stands as an architectural gem.
This restaurant, situated among the branches and lush nature, offers a unique dining experience with panoramic views of the Tulum jungle. Distinguished by its attentive and professional service, Kin-Toh aims for each guest to enjoy a memorable and enriching experience.
Reservations can be modified on Open Table 24 hours in advance; otherwise, a cancellation fee of $1000 MXN per person will be charged.
15 minutes of tolerance for reservation time.
The use of professional cameras and drones is prohibited.
Adults only, 18+.
Elegant casual dress code (no swimsuits, high heels not recommended).

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Sandy

Dined 4 days ago

We came here for our anniversary dinner and it was amazing. Santos was amazing. His friendliness and accommodating nature stood out from the moment we arrived. He made it very easy for us to order. The resort is very beautiful. We had the best time.

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Experience

AZULIK New Year's Eve: Guardians of the New Cycle

La Cappella

4.9

4.9 (2883)

MXN500 and over

Italian

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

La Cappella is an open air restaurant that overlooks the city of Puerto Vallarta and Banderas Bay. Serves contemporary Italian and International cuisine reveling in violin music, in an elegant but informal ambience. A full bar and wine list are also available. House specialty cocktails take advantage of local fruits, herbs, and spices to create a uniquely enticing selection.

*RESERVATION REQUIRED*

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LisaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Great view amazing service and delicious food. I had the lobster tail and mussels both spectacular

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SPAGHETTI ALLA BOLOGNESE

Nicoletta - Cancun

4.6

4.6 (916)

MXN500 and over

Italian

Cancún

About the restaurant

Nicoletta enhances the diversity of Italian cuisine in a contemporary fashion, without losing the essence of its traditions and gusto, incorporating ingredients endemic to Mexico, which together create unique flavor experiences in each of its creations.
Nicoletta is the place where haute cuisine converges with good taste, representing the best of one of the most recognized gastronomic offerings worldwide.

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Kruti

Dined 3 days ago

Nicoletta is a MUST! Such a beautiful restaurant and the service was AMAZING! Highly recommend!

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New Year's Eve at Nicoletta

El Farallon - Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal

4.5

4.5 (3261)

MXN300 and under

Unspecified

Cabo San Lucas

About the restaurant

With the mountains on one side and the ocean on the other, El Farallon sits like a raw jewel at the edge of the world, refined yet wild. As the waves crash, you hear the hum of the open-air kitchen as our Chef expertly prepares the fisherman’s catch of the day. The warm night invites you in as you sit tucked amongst ancient rock, carved into the cliff. Dramatic and unforgettable, our sea-to-table menu is Cabo San Lucas’ most celebrated dining experience.

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JessicaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Always a wonderful experience — great service, fresh seafood and wonderful ambiance

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Experience

Baja Bounty Menu

Origen - Acapulco

4.8

4.8 (294)

MXN500 and over

International

Acapulco

About the restaurant

Platillos internacionales que fusionan los tradicionales sabores e ingredientes de Acapulco con la gastronomía sudamericana, en un ambiente cálido, donde disfrutas de la inigualable vista de la Bahía. La comida de una manera sencilla en un ambiente simple.

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Daniel

Dined on 26 Aug 2024

Amazing restaurant !!! The view is breathtaking, the food delicious, and the staff way too kind and caring. Candido, Naftaly and Michell will make sure you’ll have the best experience ever !! If you are coming to Acapulco this is a must !!

Carolina - St. Regis Punta Mita

4.8

4.8 (164)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Punta de Mita

About the restaurant

A signature dining experience showcasing contemporary Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Set in a chic, upscale ambiance ideal for special occasions and fine dining

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allieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

The service at Carolina is enough reason to go back. Eduardo and all of the staff are so incredible, passionate and kind. The food was fantastic and the view before it got dark was great to watch the sunset. Highly recommend even if you’re not staying at St Regis.

Hacienda Cocina y Cantina

4.6

4.6 (1914)

MXN500 and over

Mexican

Cabo San Lucas

About the restaurant

Hacienda Cocina y Cantina, the signature restaurant at the Hacienda Beach Club & Residences at Medano Beach, merges traditional Mexican architecture with casual beachfront dining for an elegant, laid back experience. Perched on the most beautiful quarter-mile of beach and overlooking the iconic rock formations of Land's End, this restaurant features open air indoor dining, outdoor dining on the terazza and a beachfront palapa bar. The menu showcases the different regions and flavors of Mexico through expertly crafted authentic dishes using only the finest local ingredients.

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Elliott

Dined 2 days ago

INCREDIBLE! Food was delicious and service was impeccable, make sure you sit somewhere close to the ledge to make the experience worth it.

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4.4

4.4 (409)

MXN500 and over

Mexican

Tulum

About the restaurant

NÜ, derived from the French word 'nous' meaning 'us,' embodies our essence: a collective of chefs bringing their visions together. In our candlelit jungle setting, dishes emerge from shared passions and creative dialogue. Join us to experience vibrant flavors born from this unique culinary collaborative.
Our approach celebrates locally sourced ingredients transformed into sustainable culinary journeys, accompanied by bespoke cocktails. This natural exchange of ideas and flavors has earned NÜ recognition as one of the top five restaurants in the Riviera Maya by Travel + Leisure and the Michelin Guide. NÜ Tulum invites you to an enchanting dining experience that celebrates collective creativity and eco-consciousness

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Nadia

Dined 1 day ago

Wonderful experience and the best service I’ve seen in Tulum so far!

XAAK - Playa del Carmen

4.9

4.9 (36)

MXN500 and over

Mexican

Playa del Carmen / Riviera Maya

About the restaurant

Xaak is a Contemporary Mexican Cuisine experience, designed by 4 chefs from Hotel Xcaret Arte’s Culinary Collective: Roberto Solís, Paco Méndez, Jonatán Gómez Luna and Alejandro Ruiz, who have designed an extraordinary 5-course tasting menu that will surprise the diner.

This experience includes pairing with premium Mexican wines, these have been chosen by Sandra Fernandez, one of the most influential women in the promotion of Mexico’s wine culture, to harmonize this culinary masterpiece.

Admission for those 16 years of age and older.

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Elijah

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

Fantastic food and service - we really enjoyed our experience. We had a special tasting menu with a guest chef and we were very impressed. Excellent value and a great experience!

Mia Tulum

4.5

4.5 (88)

MXN310 to MXN500

Global, International

Tulum

About the restaurant

Mía Restaurant & Beach Club offers a culinary experience of contemporary Mexican cuisine and international touch in the paradisiacal destination of Tulum.
Our cellar holds more than 300 labels from different parts of the world. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner inside the restaurant with a capacity of 120 people or choose our beautiful beach with an area of around 400 square meters.
A minimum consumption per person may apply in the beach club area, we also offer towel rental. Our beach club has showers and comfortable beds under natural shade.
We also have a certified wedding coordinator who will attend each of your needs making your wedding and/or celebration the most unforgettable day of your lifes.

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LaraVIP

Dined on 8 Dec 2024

Had an amazing time at MIA tulum! The service is great, great food with great company!

Ilios Cancun

4.6

4.6 (1960)

MXN500 and over

Greek

Cancún

About the restaurant

Ilios honors the different nuances of traditional Greek gastronomy by taking cuisine from all regions of Greece to a new level of elegance and sophistication amid decor inspired by their conspicuous landscape and rugged beauty. An oasis of modern Mediterranean cuisine influenced by Greek cuisine and culture, a place where Mediterranean gastronomy converges with good taste, representing the best that its culture has to offer.

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Harlan

Dined 7 days ago

Great experience at Ilios. The show and the food were superb.

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Popular dish

Lamb Rack

Le Kliff

4.5

4.5 (1689)

MXN500 and over

Global, International

Puerto Vallarta

About the restaurant

Thank you very much for contacting us in this beautiful place in Puerto Vallarta! Will be a pleasure be your host during your visit :)

Perched dramatically over the mountains of Puerto Vallarta, Le Kliff introduces diners to the authentic gourmet specialties and fascinating culinary traditions of Mexico, adding a subtle touch of modernity and local charm.

*NOTICE: Specific tables or areas are subject to availability. Thank you!

*CORKAGE FEE IS NOT ALLOWED
*NO PETS ALLOWED

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Kevin

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Beautiful setting a bit of a drive south of town. Food very pricey but overall good quality. It's a must to be there in time for sunset

Taboo Cabo

4.8

4.8 (756)

MXN500 and over

Mediterranean

Cabo San Lucas

About the restaurant

By Grupo RosaNegra
Taboo is an exclusive Beach Club in Los Cabos located in the ME Cabo hotel on the shores of Medano Beach, with a spectacular view of the arch of Cabo San Lucas. Enjoy a perfect environment for an endless party with sun, beach, champagne, and live shows by the violinist and saxophonist, which will make each visit an unforgettable memory.

Also enjoy the experience every night with the best of Mediterranean cuisine and exclusive seafood to give rise to a celebration like no other to the rhythm of the music from the DJ, the energy of the sax, and the sparklers on the tables.

Discover a new nightlife style at Taboo with its international DJ parties and events in Los Cabos to celebrate with the best of EDM electronic music and underground styles at every time of the year.

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Lizette

Dined on 30 Nov 2024

More of a relaxing day beach club. Ambiance, food, and service was great.

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Experience

Paul Oakenfold at Taboo Los Cabos

Animalón By The Sea

MXN500 and over

Regional Mexican (Baja Med)

Cabo San Lucas

About the restaurant

”Animalón by the sea experience is the definition of my cuisine. Using only Baja ingredients, my mission is to pay homage to local producers, and the lifestyle of Baja Sur." Chef javier Plascencia.
Animalon migrates from under a 200-year-old oak tree to the seas of Baja California sur, becoming part of La Isla tour family, who have given all their heart to build his new home, a 49” feet boat with luxury details unique in Los Cabos, to become Animalon By The Sea.
The 3 hour Sunset Journey begins from the Cabo San Lucas Marina, and sails through the Sea of Cortez, with close up sights of the Arch, Lover’s Beach and lots more. Very often we get to share this experience with marine life such as whales, Sea Lions and Dolphins.

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JohnC

Dined on 12 Aug 2023

It’s a completely wonderful experience. Every course was fantastic. The views are unbelievable. It’s a smaller boat than it looks which made it more intimate. I highly recommend this experience when traveling to Cabo San Lucas.

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