Mazatlán Restaurants

  1. Arre Lulú

    This exuberantly painted little joint starts serving alcohol shortly after sunrise. You may want to stick around for lobster, shrimp or the traditional Mexican dishes. Wash it all down with a refreshing michelada (beer mixed with lime juice, chili sauce and a dash of Worcestershire).

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  2. Casa Loma

    Escape the tourist scene and enjoy a sophisticated meal at this genteel dining destination. Enjoy roast duck à l'orange or the Mazatlán favorite poached fish blanca rosa in a swanky dining room or outdoors by the burbling patio fountain.

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  3. Domitila

    This romantic new restaurant is doing its part to raise the ante for gourmet fare on Plazuela Machado. The waiters are quick to replenish your fresh tamarindo (tamarind) margarita and the plates are delicious and well presented. Feeling decadent? Try the small squid stuffed with crab meat and salsa with cheese sauce.

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  4. Mariscos Toño

    This unassuming old town seafood joint is justly popular for its simple seafood cocktails, ceviches and tostadas, served super fresh at tables lining the street. You won't see many tourists here slurping down the caracol (sea snail).

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  5. Pedro y Lola

    Named after beloved Mexican singers Pedro Infante and Lola Beltrán, this very popular sidewalk restaurant-bar serves toned-down Mexican favorites and seafood dishes like garlic octopus and fish papillote (wrapped in parchment and steamed in white wine).

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  6. Puerto Viejo

    A good time crowd of expatriate locals gathers here for drinks at sunset. Many of them will return tomorrow for super fresh seafood sent straight from the port. The well-priced comida corrida (prix-fixe menu; around $38 ) regularly features selections like mole and tuna ceviche.

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  7. Tomates Verdes

    This cozy and unpretentious lunch spot serves dishes like pechuga rellena (stuffed chicken breast) and flavorful soups like nopales con chipotle (spicy cactus).

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