Must-see restaurants in Isla Holbox

  • Le Jardin

    Isla Holbox

    Very tasty French pastries and morning breakfast selections make this a welcome spot if you're craving something other than Mexican morning food. Coffee…

  • El Chapulím

    Isla Holbox

    El Chapulím has no menu and the kitchen closes when the food runs out – usually before 9pm – so come here aware of the quirks involved. Food is excellent,…

  • Mandarina

    Isla Holbox

    Mandarina restaurant boasts the best location for dining with an ocean view, filled with warm lighting and rustic wood furnishings right on the Holbox…

  • La Tortilleria

    Isla Holbox

    This quaint cafe is so tiny you just might miss it if you’re strolling too fast by the main square. La Tortilleria specializes in Spanish-style omelettes …

  • Barba Negra Seafood & Tacos

    Isla Holbox

    With just a few tables set under a palapa roof, this cool and contemporary joint features tacos piled high with a flavorful mix of ingredients and…

  • Roots

    Isla Holbox

    Like most pizzerias in town, the hot item here is the seasonal lobster pizza and Roots' version ranks among the best of them. All of the wood-fired, thin…

  • Raices

    Isla Holbox

    Despite sky-high prices, seafood here is actually hit or miss, but you can't argue with the location: any closer to the beach and waves would be washing…

  • Limoncito

    Isla Holbox

    This colorful little palapa-covered restaurant on the square slings excellent Mexican breakfasts all day long. The motuleños (eggs in tomato sauce served…

  • Rosa Mexicano

    Isla Holbox

    Set on a spacious deck, Rosa Mexicano specializes in Mexican-inspired author cuisine, with innovative dishes such as pollo molito (chicken stuffed with…

  • Las Panchas

    Isla Holbox

    Ask just about anyone in town where to go for Holbox seafood and they'll probably point to Las Panchas, where you can get delicious Mexican and Caribbean…

  • Viva Zapata

    Isla Holbox

    You really shouldn't leave the island without trying the mixed seafood platter here (order for two or ask for a single portion if traveling solo, M$540)…

  • Edelyn Pizzería & Restaurant

    Isla Holbox

    We would be remiss if we didn't mention the self-proclaimed creators of Holbox's famous lobster pizza, but locals say you can find much better pies with…

  • Arte Sano

    Isla Holbox

    A small, intimate, palapa-roofed cafe with bright colored tablecloths and even cheerier service. A mix of veggie and meat options, with good green juice…

  • Taco Queto

    Isla Holbox

    Tired of seafood? Head to this taco joint for good arrachera (flank steak) and al pastor (marinated pork) tacos and burritos. There's even a few…