When planning a vacation in Los Cabos, we generally focus on the hotel, the flights, the beach and the wonderful views the destination offers us, on visiting “El Arco,” the main attractions and, of course, the nightlife.
Usually we set aside one of the most important activities of any vacation: what and where are we going to eat?
The many influences of Asian, European and, of course, Mexican cuisine have enriched the great gastronomic scene in Los Cabos. Made up of unique traditions, delicious ingredients (including the best seafood), outstanding restaurants and renowned chefs, the region’s cuisine is as local as it is cosmopolitan.
Something that stands out in the cuisine of Baja California is a deep respect for nature and high-quality ingredients, mostly grown locally and in a sustainable way. Thanks to the privileged geographic location of Los Cabos, its waters, desert, coast, mountains and even its climate, numerous ancestral ingredients have been reinvented over the years to delight and surprise the palates of travelers.
From a culinary perspective, Los Cabos offers great diversity that is beginning to position it as the next great gastronomic destination. Gastronomic identity is about a diversity of cultures, skills, traditions and ingredients, and our destination brings together haute cuisine, culture, music and art, all tied to ancestral flavors.
When you visit Los Cabos, made up of Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo, you will find a rich culinary heritage and a variety of promising dishes for all tastes and budgets. That is why we bring you the ten best gastronomic options so you can enjoy an unforgettable experience.
La Frida – Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach
Mexican Cuisine – $$$$
Located at the Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach hotel in Cabo San Lucas, La Frida offers one of the best dining experiences in the area. It is part restaurant and part museum, a tribute to the artist Frida Kahlo.
- Website: www.pueblobonito.com/mexico-all-inclusive-resorts
- Address: Paraiso Escondido S/N, Paraiso Escondido, Centro, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
- Reservations: +52 624 142 9999
Carbon Cabron, Cerro Colorado
Steakhouse, International Cuisine – $$ – $$$
Do not miss the opportunity to explore the deep and immense culinary wealth of the Californias in a space designed to be part of the gastronomic experience.
- Website: www.carboncabron.com
- Address: Carretera Transpeninsular Km 24.5, Cerro Colorado, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
- Reservations: +52 624 688 6781
Jazamango, Todos Santos
Mexican Cuisine – “Farm to Table” – $$ – $$$
Inspired by a love for Baja and Todos Santos, Jazamango’s cuisine is built on a blend of local produce and organic ingredients straight from its garden, creating a unique mix of flavors that indulge the senses.
- Website: www.facebook.com/jazamango
- Address: Calle Naranjos, esquina Jardin, Plaza Principal, Fracc. Las Huertas, Tres Santos, Todos Santos, B.C.S.
Flora’s Field Kitchen, San Jose del Cabo
Organic Cuisine – $$ – $$$
Known for its excellent organic cuisine, Flora’s Field Kitchen has perfected the farm-to-table concept, bringing produce from the field straight to your plate.
- Website: www.flora-farms.com/fields-kitchen
- Address: Carretera Transpeninsular Km. 30, Las Animas Bajas, San Jose del Cabo, B.C.S.
Toro Latin Kitchen & Bar, Punta Ballena
Mexican / Latin / Japanese Cuisine – $$$$
This fine-dining establishment offers spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez. Their freshly caught oysters, clams, crabs and octopus are chilled on ice and beautifully displayed on arrival.
- Website: www.richardsandoval.com/toro-cabo-home
- Address: Carretera Transpeninsular Km 6.5, Fracc. Punta Ballena, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Romeo & Julieta, Cabo San Lucas
Italian Cuisine – $$ – $$$
Romeo & Julieta has become an icon among the restaurants of Los Cabos. It takes pride in hosting special occasions such as anniversary dinners, birthdays and much more.
- Website: www.restaurantromeoyjulieta.com
- Address: Boulevard Marina y Subida del Cerro, Col. Centro, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Nick-San, Cabo San Lucas
Japanese Fusion Cuisine – $$$$
Nick-San blends Mexican ingredients with traditional Japanese cuisine, adding a touch of sophistication to the techniques used to craft its new dishes. You will find it in the Marina area of Cabo San Lucas.
- Website: nicksan.com
- Address: Marina, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Lorenzillo’s Los Cabos
Seafood – $$$$
If you want to feel completely immersed in a yacht-like atmosphere, this is one of the newest gastronomic proposals in Los Cabos, set on a platform built right over the waters of the marina at one of the area’s best vantage points.
- Website: www.lorenzillos.com.mx/destinos/restaurante-los-cabos
- Address: Blvd. Lazaro Cardenas S/N, Centro, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
- Reservations: +52 624 105 0212
Panazia, Cabo San Lucas
Mexican / Asian Cuisine – $$$$
In a relaxed yet elegant setting, Panazia explores the concept of “mexiatica” food, a fusion of Mexican and Asian flavors.
- Address: Gaviotas S/N, esquina Lazaro Cardenas, Cabo San Lucas 23453, Mexico.
- Reservations: +52 624 688 2302
El Merkado, Cerro Colorado
Italian, Greek, Mexican and American Cuisine – $$ – $$$
El Merkado brings together some of the best chefs in and around Los Cabos to create a wide gastronomic selection while supporting the local community and helping promote a healthy lifestyle.
- Website: elmerkado.mx
- Address: Carretera Transpeninsular Km 24.5, Cerro Colorado, San Jose del Cabo, B.C.S.
