Must-see restaurants in Southern Baja

  • Ristorante Tre Galline

    Todos Santos

    This plant-laden, red-brick Italian restaurant makes its pasta fresh daily, and also serves some particularly scrumptious seafood platters. In the evening…

  • Barracuda Cantina

    Todos Santos

    After conquering the surf at Los Cerritos, slide over to this chill, open-air restaurant for delicious tacos, ceviche and a farm-to-glass cocktail. The…

  • Taqueria Lupita

    Southern Baja

    For 29 years, the owner of this modest and wonderful stand has been serving up exactly one type of taco in San Ignacio's plaza each night. It's carne…

  • Mi Cocina

    San José del Cabo

    Set inside the Casa Natalia hotel, tiny Mi Cocina is a classy gem. The decor is artistic, the mains sublime, and desserts (such as vanilla flan or basil…

  • French Riviera

    San José del Cabo

    A French-inspired spot with tasty breads, delicious croissants and pastries, gelati that hits the spot on a hot day and excellent dinners. The Med…

  • Bagel Shop

    La Paz

    Owner Fabrizio learned the art of bagel making in the USA, and he makes a steaming batch daily. Fillings range from classic lox and cream cheese to smoked…

  • El Caballero

    Cabo Pulmo

    This place serves huge dishes of traditional Mexican cuisine, including superb fish tacos and enchiladas. Breakfast is great, too. There's a small shop…

  • Tonka's Grill

    Southern Baja

    Join the loyal regulars and dine al fresco in a pretty courtyard on succulent grilled steaks and burgers swished down by a beer or two; note that…

  • Taqueria Tribi

    Southern Baja

    Surround yourself in rustic brick-and-wood decor and enjoy specials like barbecued ribs, T-bone steak and meat or fish tacos – it's the best restaurant in…

  • Café Olé

    Loreto

    This inexpensive cafe near the main square has good, basic fare, including great Mexican breakfasts, tortas and tacos.

  • Tacos El Estadio

    La Paz

    Join the line. This is where the locals come for their fish tacos. There are a few tables and chairs.

  • Tequila's Sunrise

    Todos Santos

    If you can handle the Eagles barrage (you're almost guaranteed to hear Hotel California at least twice while you're here), pop into the restaurant that…

  • Tropicana Bar & Grill

    San José del Cabo

    Part of the Tropicana Inn, the Bar & Grill is a huge space, with garden views and a generous menu of Mexican and American faves. Popular with travelers…

  • Doney Mely's

    Mulegé

    A colorfully decorated restaurant and bar with a special weekend menu for two that includes a gut-busting choice of local favorites like chiles rellenos …

  • Pancho’s

    Cabo San Lucas

    Full of festive atmosphere, mariachi band tunes, good food and aromas from the open grill, Pancho's also offers ‘all you want to know about tequila’. The…

  • Rice & Beans

    Southern Baja

    For something different, stop at this clean, American-diner-style biker joint serving cheap breakfasts, comidas corridas (set lunches), stuffed potatoes…

  • Fonda El Zaguán

    Todos Santos

    Good-value prices and creative Mexican cuisine make this a popular place on the main street. Opt for a daily special such as fillet of fish sauteed in a…

  • Invita Bistro

    Cabo San Lucas

    Plenty of Italian-inspired dishes here, plus Spanish favorites like ice-cold Spanish gazpacho (so refreshing on a sizzling-hot day!) and French-style…

  • Miguel's

    Todos Santos

    Locally loved for its hearty plates of Mexican food, shrimp in garlic butter, fresh soups, tasty tacos and delicious breakfasts, Miguel's is a modest…

  • Buffalo BBQ

    La Paz

    Under the mighty mounted buffalo head, eat a carnivorous feast that includes hamburgers, rib eye steak and grills. Lightweights can opt for the fish of…

  • Barajas Tacos

    Todos Santos

    Barajas Tacos is an excellent palapa-roofed taquería (taco stall) serving delicious fish tacos, carnitas (roasted, shredded pork), and papas asadas …

  • Kiwi

    La Paz

    Touristy, but this is the only restaurant on the ocean side of the malecón, between Calle 5 de Mayo and Constitución. It offers great views you can enjoy…

  • El Candil

    Mulegé

    Cavernous restaurant and bar where you can play pool, darts, watch football or sit for a meal of burgers, pizza and Mexican staples. It's popular with…

  • La Fonda

    La Paz

    One of La Paz’s old standbys for lovely Mexican fare, set menus in the afternoons, and a variety of specials. Dining in the patio area, with its greenery,…

  • Mariscos Mazatlán

    Cabo San Lucas

    Local families fill the big dining room at Mariscos Mazatlán for the good prices and great seafood. Sunday afternoons are especially busy (and especially…

  • Caffé Todos Santos

    Todos Santos

    Coffee-conscious travelers can consume cappuccinos with savory pastries, mammoth muffins or great main dishes.

  • Caprichos Coffee House

    Southern Baja

    Lattes, pies, pastries and occasional impromptu salsa performances make this small cafe well worth a stop.

  • El Quinto Sol

    La Paz

    This small health food shop sells natural supplements and a few smoothie additions like protein powder.