Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in San José del Cabo

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Nick-San Palmilla

4.8

4.8 (295)

MXN500 and over

Japanese

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

Indulge in the award-winning creations of Chef Angel Carbajal and discover why Nicksan was named Best Restaurant in Los Cabos at the 2019 Culinary Awards. Combining Japanese tradition with bold Mexican flavors, the innovative Nicksan style delivers a dining experience inspired by the genius of his mentor, Masayuki Niikura.

Dear Customers,

At Nicksan Palmilla, we value your presence and strive to create a memorable dining experience for families and guests. Our restaurant is designed to provide a peaceful atmosphere where you can enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine.

We kindly request that families with children refrain from engaging in noisy or disruptive activities. Please note that we cannot reserve groups with children in the terrace area. Additionally, we want to inform you that we do not offer a children's menu.

We appreciate your understanding and support in ensuring your visit exceeds your expectations.

Thank you for choosing us!

Top review

Debbie

Dined on 2 Dec 2024

Loved it all! Will go every year! Let them recommend.

Cielomar

4.8

4.8 (235)

MXN310 to MXN500

Grill

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

Cielomar Restaurant and our Rooftop Bar and lounge that doesn’t just set the scene. It is the scene.
Enjoy artisan cocktails and small plates while hearing the crash of the waves at your side. Yes,
here the world seems to go on pause. Especially as the sun sets, the sky blazes with color, and
the celebratory vibe reach an all-time high. Savor the moment at this rooftop venue with 360-
degree views of San Jose.
Translating to Sky and Sea, Cielomar Rooftop reflects both a sense of place and atmosphere where the endless golden sky meets the brilliant blue water. Expansive ocean views on the side are complemented by vibrant, fiery sunsets on another, creating a destination alongside a bountiful food and beverage offering highlighted by fresh seafood, flame-grilled fare, and a wood-fired pizza oven.

Top review

Shannon

Dined 1 day ago

We love Cielomar! Everything has been perfect all 3 times we have dined there this year!! 100% reccomend!

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Experience

AFTER PARTY 2025

Humo at Zadún a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

4.8

4.8 (186)

MXN500 and over

Grill

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

Humo es un restaurante de especialidad, parrilla latinoamericana rodeada de colores cálidos inspirados en el atardecer, dan vida a este rústico, auténtico y refinado restaurante. Fuego y madera están presentes en cada platillo con ingredientes frescos y únicos. Una selección única de vinos , complementará esta experiencia culinaria.

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TimVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great view. Very attentive service Food was very good especially the lobster wontons, beef and fish. Highly recommend A bit pricey

OMAKAI SUSHI

4.8

4.8 (103)

MXN500 and over

Japanese Speciality

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

Omakai Sushi is nestled in the historic downtown San Jose, one block away from the art walk. The restaurant includes a spacious cocktail bar, sushi bar where you can have an amazing Omakase experience , and an outdoor patio area by the fountain. Open for lunch & dinner, starting at 3:00 pm until 11:00pm. The menu features abundant nigiri and sashimi selections starting with local tuna, white fish, toro, salmon belly with truffle, uni ,Omakase or tasting menus, offer a memorable opportunity to savor the restaurant’s many distinctive flavors.

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Matt

Dined 4 days ago

We sat at the tepanaki table, I thought I had booked regular table so that was minor disappointment. However, sushi we ordered was deicious. We would come back. I would just make sure that I had a regular table.

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Experience

Premium Omakase Experience

Experience

Teppanyaki Experience

Kitchen San José del Cabo

4.8

4.8 (263)

MXN500 and over

Bistro

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

A great outdoors restaurant & bar, wrapped around its gorgeous open kitchen in Baja. Kitchen San José del Cabo crafts a selection of classic timeless recipes, with local, fresh, seasonal items.
We love food & we love people. Ideal place to enjoy a very relaxed and cool ambiance for people who love having a good time. Second creation of Portuguese Chef Nacho Lamas,.

Our spaces are created to celebrate the joy of togetherness, they can also be curated for an unforgettable gathering to make any event an special occasion.

See you in the Kitchen!

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MorganVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Pricing was incredible for the level of food. We all did the tasting menu. Portions were perfect (big!!) and everything was tasty. Drinks were on point. Service was great too

Zenna Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (82)

MXN500 and over

Latin American

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

Discover Zenna, a unique culinary space that blends the fresh, vibrant flavors of Asia with the rich ingredients and traditions of Baja California. Our carefully crafted menu showcases fresh seafood, spices, and herbs combined to create dishes that are both creative and full of flavor. Enjoy an elegant and welcoming ambiance, perfect for any occasion, where every meal is a celebration of culinary culture and a passion for fine dining. Join us at Zenna for an unforgettable dining experience!

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SueVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great hidden gem! The food and drinks are creative and delicious.

LIMO Heritage Kitchen at Suelo Sur

4.8

4.8 (44)

MXN310 to MXN500

Farm-to-table

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

Led by Chef Guillermo J. Gómez, LIMO Heritage Kitchen in the heart of San José del Cabo offers an exceptional open-air, farm-to-table dining experience. Our menu celebrates authentic Baja California cuisine, using sustainable, locally sourced ingredients from the San José basin. Inspired by generations of culinary traditions, we focus on fire-cooking methods from Mexican vaqueros and Argentine gauchos. Each dish showcases the natural flavors of Baja, from foraged herbs to fire-roasted meats and vegetables. LIMO honors the earth’s purest elements, delivering a unique and unforgettable taste of the land through open-fire cooking. Discover one of the best restaurants in Baja California Sur, where sustainability and authentic dining come together.

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StephenVIP

Dined 7 days ago

A truly amazing meal. Beautiful venue, very attentive service and absolutely delicious food. Loved everything about our meal. Highly recommend it

Awacate

4.7

4.7 (41)

MXN310 to MXN500

Mexican

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

At Awacate, we pride ourselves on offering an authentic Mexican dining experience. We use only the freshest and highest quality ingredients, and our chefs are trained in the culinary traditions of Mexico.
Our menu offers a wide variety of classic Mexican dishes, such as tacos, enchiladas, mole, pambazos, marquesitas.

If you are a taco lover, don't miss our selection of handmade tacos! We have tacos de birria, chorizo, cochinita pibil and much more. All of our tacos are made with freshly made corn tortillas and are filled with fresh and flavorful ingredients.

We also offer a wide selection of Mexican liquors and wines. We have tequila, mezcal, pulque and wine, as well as a variety of wines from other regions of Mexico.

If you are looking for an authentic Mexican dining experience, Awacate is the perfect place for you!

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TimVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Really good experience with great service and food. Drink prices were a bit crazy but the food prices were inline with this level of restaurant.

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Experience

Taco Fest

Fiorenza Los Cabos

4.6

4.6 (418)

MXN300 and under

Italian

San José del Cabo

About the restaurant

Fiorenza was founded on December 1st of 2012 by Roberto Persi, the original chef of Toscana in Italy, and his wife Fiorenza in the suburbs of San José del Cabo. After two years they changed their headquarters to the touristic zone in San José. Thanks to the great service and the wonderful taste of the authentic Italian food the place has been a complete success.

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AdamVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Good Gluten free options Overall quite good for the price tag Better than hotel food and much cheaper!!

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 on 14 Dec 2024

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!

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