Where to eat: the 50 best restaurants in Ensenada Municipality

The food was pretty good the options great too of the different types of seafood. The service was good too, the guy preparing was cool, cashier a little short with the friendliness. However the taste wasn’t worth the cost and quantity in my opinion. Glad I ate where one of my heroes ate at but that is where it ends. Once is enough.

Street vendor with a bunch of unique tostada such as ones with uni into the mix. Saw a video on this place by Anthony Bourdain, and it was close by the cruise port so it was a goal to try it out. The ceviche was my favorite! The shrimp was so plump and tasted so fresh. For a street vendor in Mexico, it seems kind of pricey, but I didn't have pesos so I was charged $40-$50 for 3 tostada, shrimp ceviche and two watermelon juices. Is that considered pricey. I'm not sure..... The portion sizes were decent.

There was a long waitlist (about 40min and we didn’t have the time for that as this was a few hour stop for our cruise). We were able to order to go and just ate outside. However when you do to go - they put everything on the side instead of inside the taco shell which was a little annoying since I was eating it right then. You can also get drinks to go. Strawberry marg 10/10 - they put taijin on the rim or something similar. Fish taco 8/10 Shrimp taco 10/10

6/22/25: Had the number 1 and 2 for 180mxn and a mixto tostada for 50mxn. The latter are a good value.

Famous little ceviche cart! The owner has won multiple awards and was given a shoutout by Anthony Bourdain himself.

We came here on a tour so I only was able to sample one tostada. It was a mixed seafood tostada, and was the best tostada I’ve ever had. Anthony Bourdain discovered this restaurant many years ago and was so enthusiastic about the owner that he sponsored her in a world taco competition which she won. After sampling one tostada now we know why. It is a must try experience in Ensenada.

My friends and I visited this spot during our port day in Ensenada, and it was the highlight of our trip. We were craving mariscos and had heard rave reviews about this street cart. Let me tell you—it did not disappoint. In fact, it far exceeded our expectations, serving the best ceviche tostadas we’ve ever tasted. At just $9 per tostada, they were generously loaded with incredibly fresh seafood and bold, vibrant flavors. It was so fresh, we even watched the clams being shucked right in front of us! My husband and I tried the (#2) cebiche de erizo con almeja, (#4) campechana, and (#6) almeja con pata de mula, and every bite was perfection. The condiments were impressive too. They had an lineup of hot sauces ranging from mild to fiery, along with saltines that paired beautifully with the spice and acidity of the seafood. We would have happily ordered more, but we were pacing ourselves for a food tour around town. Even my friend, who typically doesn’t enjoy ceviche, rated it a 10/10.

We came here on a tour, so we just had a small sample of what this restaurant has to offer. We had two tacos, one vegetarian and one cochinida pibil. The delicious vegetarian taco was our favorite and had wonderful flavors. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor dining and features a charming courtyard. All the staff were friendly and courteous.

I was just exploring the day I went to taste their seasoning, and was delighted with the special attention I received from the owner. She served me a half plate of heaven (I wasn’t ready for a full meal —and she suggested a half order; i and couldn’t refuse such an offer. I plain loved it! The good Ed delicious, to say the least! I will definitely be back! Oh, yeah—the crème brûlée was extra good!

This was our 3rd stop on a “taco tour” in Encenida. Everyone expected it to be the best, since it’s more upscale than the other places we visited. Quite mysterious vibe, in the middle of nowhere, without any signs. We were served two tacos… one was more of a cheese quesadilla. The tacos were fine, the beer cold. Tacos were served on fancy china. It was a quick stop.

Hidden in the entry way of Ensenada, this little gem of a restaurant was such a great experience. I have never tried an oyster martini, but while in Mexico, why not? Amazingly tasty! A Salad and the fresh tuna was a great pairing. Next was the pork ribeye and the arroz Del Mar paired with a local white wine. The service was excellent and they shared the history of the restaurant. I will be back!!

This place has been in Ensenada for quite some time and it is very well known. I like that they keep changing the menu and bring in guest chefs to make you want to come back. The service really needs improvement though, we had to ask for drinks and the bill several times and sometimes they would just forget the drink order all together. The staff was really friendly and welcoming though. The food was excellent. The oysters and the lubina sashimi we’re both really fresh and tasty. The abalone tostada was so good we ordered it twice. It was just so tasty and the chipotle sauce complemented it perfectly. The chilaquiles were delicious and just the right amount of spicy. The lamb ribs and the pork were cooked and seasoned to perfection, they didn’t even need any sauce. The sides were all delicious as well. I was a bit let down at the end with the desserts, but most of my friends did enjoy them. I would definitely come back.

Delicious food in a quiet spot right next to port! Friendly & knowledgeable staff and a surprise appetizer! Would go again to try more dishes or get a nice quiet drink.

One of the freshest seafood places I’ve ever been to. The fish almost melted in your mouth. Place was a little hard to find as you have to pass a security guard on the port - so we thought we were in the wrong Location. Before you hit the 2nd guard parking is on the left last entrance before guard. Very casual atmosphere- my mojito was great. Fish of the day cook perfect. Tacos had great flavor. I’ll be back to get Tiradito de Pescado- absolutely amazing- ok 2 of them just for myself. Rice of the sea had great flavor. Well worth the visit- been wanting to visit for many years but skip to go to wine country. Don’t skip go.

We were in Ensenada on our cruise and found La Cocedora for lunch. The food was incredible! Fish was fresh and service was great. Chef/owner came even by to chat. Staff bilingual and didn’t even mind our terrible Spanish. Good kid options. Show them some love and get some great fish! Ps. The margs were strong and delicious too!!

Excellent lobster and amazing oysters! Incredible and unique combination of flavors all with a friendly, relaxed environment. If you're looking for a nice comfortable place to enjoy the best seafood in Ensenada... this is it!

We went to this place hoping we would find lobster puerto Nuevo style but definitely this is not it.you might as well just drive to puerto Nuevo . Honestly but what flavor can white rice bring to this dish ???…very disappointing

Owner was gracious- all of his recommendations were on point... this is now our favorite place to go eat..

UPDATE: Seriously, this is Michelin Star ⭐ level cuisine. After multiple visits over the years I've decided that this is an experience EVERYONE should experience. The shrimp and serrano ceviche was nuanced and delicate. It had cucumbers, freshly pickled red onions and vinaigrette The lobster is always perfectly cooked, and I think I'd just visit for the beans alone. -------------------- ORIGINAL REVIEW: Outstanding staff, and the lobster is superb. Make sure to try the clam ceviche with mango and pickled onions. This was a special meal for us. When we asked the waiter if they had fish tacos, he graciously told us they didn't have it on the menu but he would gladly go grab some for us down the street with a local vendor. A+ will visit again.

A pretty known spot in Ensenada for good sea food. Not sure, but maybe they where off this day. I would say the service is good. Very attentive and friendly. A friend and I wanted a whole fried fish. They didnt have any. But the waiter went out to the local fish market which is literally door steps away and got us 2 fish. Only issue was that the fish had no flavor. It was missing a lot. It was basically just fried and served like that. No salt, no pepper, just plain bland. My other friends ordered the lobster, he said it was good but not great. The agua chilies was very spicy, I think they used ghost peppers or habanero. Gave it a hard kick but still pretty good. Not sure if it was an off day for them, we went on a Monday. But I heard it could have been better, and I agree just add salt and pepper to the fish before frying. Oh the oysters Rockefeller were good.

To be honest it was not worth it it's over priced ! The only menu Item I loved was the fried fish , that was on point!!

Got the fish of the day on potatoes and the fish ceviche to share. The fish in both were incredible in terms of preparation - would definitely recommend and would come back :)

Amazing food, Michelin star did not disappoint and the food was to die for, the black codfish was like butter! Order it!! Pesto pasta was amazing and probably the best meal I’ve had here

Fenomenal place! Highly recommended if you want to try world class cuisine with local ingredients.

Decent service. The food was really good and very fresh. They were also very accommodating letting us bring dessert from the ice cream place across from them. The oysters were very fresh and they had a variety of sauces to go with them. Both ceviches were good. Loved the Persian spin on the white fish and a classic take but with octopus, clams, and fish. Their spaghetti with abalone was great. Really simple pasta with butter but the abalone gives it that extra flavor that takes it from simply good to great.

This is a super high quality and legitimate restaurant not too fancy on appearance because they care more about legitimate quality and customer care vs marketing (which is exactly what I look for). I would highly recommend this to anyone that wants a real deal ultra fresh and quality seafood experience. Their stuff does not come from mercado negro it comes from better than that. I had amazing abalone and local catch sea-bass-like dish. See photos for location because it’s not easy to locate (as most legit places usually are). My food and service was truly amazing.

Everything was perfect. The seafood is very fresh and flavorful, the service is good, and the ambiance is a perfect blend of casual and artsy.

Delicious seafood, cold dishes got served fast, but the hot dishes took awhile. Environment is great. Rustic feel, brick road and walls. The agua chile was delicious.

My wife, 6-year old daughter & I spent a long weekend here. Everything was fantastic! The location was flawless, everyone we encountered was kind & hospitable, and the restaurant was exceptional. We found that many of the staff spoke pretty decent English and were very forgiving with our limited Spanish. I can't think of any reason why you shouldn't leave San Diego for a weekend and come enjoy this beautiful location in Baja. P.S. If you're worried about "safety", there wasn't a single time we felt unsafe or uncomfortable, either on the hotel grounds, or in the surrounding areas of Ensenada.

Let me start with the positive. It's a beautiful space ( exterior)Restaurant food and service are a solid 5-star. EXCELLENT. Now the rooms, are very outdated and need a lot of repairs. From the furniture to the doors. It doesn't match the exterior mid-century vibe. The screen door fell off, and the bathroom was a bit dingy also the carpet a bit gross. It definitely doesn't match $$$ we were charged.

Guys I hate to write or say ill things about places that have great ratings all ready. But I need to be truthful. The reson I'm giving this place a 3 star and not a 5 is because of the service I received. The place a very, very elegant, beach view wonderful. The food was great, high quality. But the experience of the service was not there. The gentlemen whom serviced us was very dull, very dry, maybe he was just not having his best day. I feel bad about the whole thing because its not the cooks fault or the place or everyone else, it was just this unattractivenrss of our waiter. We didn't get asked, if our meal was okay, nor if we wanted anything else like others high end restaurants would do like "Villa Marina ". He didn't even ask if we wanted more to drink and we did, but never got the chance to because we didn't get asked. Sadly that is what happened. So, I would say come and check it out for yourselves and see if your experience would be better then mine. God bless everyone.

Best kept secret in Ensenada! The rooms are wonderful with an amazing view! The pool was great with lots of space for everyone to enjoy it! The staff at the front desk, the bar, the restaurant, and housekeeping are top-notch. I wish I could find this level of service in the US. The bar staff made sure that I had everything that I needed for my day at the pool. I ate at the restaurant twice during my stay and the food was very up scale! The ocean view from the restaurant was breathtaking!! This will definitely be a place that I visit several times in the future!!!

I have to say, this is an amazing location with a fantastic restaurant — definitely a highlight of our stay. That said, there's significant room for improvement in service and operations. When we arrived at the gate, the guard didn’t greet us properly or ask if we were guests. Instead of directing us to the restaurant or hotel, he just let us in without notifying the front desk. By the time we parked and got out (carrying two bags each), there was no welcome, no guidance, and the front desk had no idea we were arriving. With only 20 rooms in the entire property, you'd expect a more personalized experience. The front desk should at least be aware of who is checking in that day — especially when there were only two new reservations. The check-in process took 15 minutes, and it wasn’t until much later that the bellboy helped us with our bags — after they’d already been sitting there. The room itself was beautifully decorated, but unfortunately had some downsides: a strange odor, mosquitoes inside, a very loud and hard-to-use AC, and a TV that didn’t work. Another issue: I asked if we could have coffee sent to our room in the morning — we had a wedding to attend and limited time for breakfast. I was surprised to hear they don’t offer in-room coffee service, even at an extra charge. Breakfast doesn’t begin until 8 AM, which is not convenient for early schedules. At $280 USD per night, I expected better service and more attention to detail. With more thoughtful management and better guest experience, this place could easily become a world-class wellness destination. Right now, though, it feels like a missed opportunity. The restaurant, on the other hand, was outstanding. The food was excellent, albeit pricey — but you're also paying for the beautiful setting. Still, it was the best part of the stay. If you're looking for a peaceful night's sleep, this place might be one of the better options in the area — other hotels nearby are noisy. But be prepared for some service hiccups that don't quite match the high-end pricing.

Got a really nice massage and facial, was very satisfied with the spa service but was under the impression we could use the sauna and pool after our $500 massage. They unfortunately declined our request to use the pool where we wanted to order food etc. We only came because we were under the impression we could do both.

Stayed here for a week and a half around the Baja 1000 with the rest of the team. Super nice place, kept very clean. Pool and hot tub are well attended to. Only issue we had was putting the do-not-disturb sign on the door, yet still had someone come into our room to clean. That was interesting until we realized we had left out some cash in a couple areas and that was gone. Lesson there to lock everything up.

There’s a lot of local hype about this place. I’ll say that the food quality lived up to the expectation, but the service is lacking. They have a method to maintain a long line of people waiting. The preparation area moves very slow to maintain a steady line, giving the illusion that they are overly popular. The truth is there is ample seating available, the long line and wait time is due to the staff intentionally moving slow. I can’t say that I’ll wait in line for 45 minutes again for what I’d say is just good, not overly great or fantastic food. I’d stop by again if there’s no wait, but if I see a line like I did today, I’d rather go elsewhere. Kind of a let down.

Classic arrachera tacos (flap meat)🥩 place is in a great centralized location and the atmosphere is usually very lively, yet mello. Food is incredible and the staff is great: friendly, attentive and guaranteed to make your experience memorable.

They do one thing and they do it RIGHT: carne asada. Tacos El Yaqui has the recipe down and has some of the best tacos I've ever had in my life. Is the wait long? Yes. Is it worth it? Yes. The staff is friendly too, we even made a friend with the wonderful gentleman behind the grill. The tacos are pretty loaded, so I'd recommend 2. But 3's a party.

Love the open air concept of the restaurant. Everything from their meat to their salsas is great. Simple menu (Perron, sencillo o quesadilla) that’s it! Long line but it moves fairly quickly.

Everything was great from the tortilla to the grilled meat and specially the beans inside the taco!

This place is consistently good and a must stop. Everyone tries to copy but there is only one Yaqui Taco. Sometimes there is a wait cuz the lines can get long. The staff works fast to get the tacos out to each customer. Don’t want a long wait, even though it’s worth it, pick the right time to show up. Ever disappoints. Great food great staff.

Limited menu but what they offer is very tasty/flavorful tacos. Service is fast; lots of tables. Not a fancy place. Open-Air Grilling done right by the tables; so, the aroma is intense and activates your desire for Carne Asada Tacos!

Oh my goodness! Visited Ensenada on our cruise 🚢…ended up 2 days in Ensenada due to hurricane so we got off the boat and walked down the marina past all the heckler restaurants and found this quaint gem of a restaurant The food was amazing and with drinks the bill was only $132 usd Sits at the top 5 meals I have ever ate! Service was spectacular as well

Lovely food and great service. We had a Ceviche that was delicious and great local wine.

I’ve visited the place 3 days ago. Definitely one of the best (if not the best) seafood I have tried in Ensenada. Great wine, excellent service and really relaxed atmosphere! Highly recommended!

I had previously tried to go here because it was ranked #1 on TripAdvisor but unfit tú Arely it was closed. I’m glad I couldn’t go that time because I didn’t know that it is HIGHLY recommended to have a reservation. They have limited seating and are usually booked up. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. We were a group of 8 so I got to try quite a few dishes. Each one very impressive and unique. They rely on the quality of the fish a lot and it really comes through, they also have some sauces which complement each dish perfectly. The burritos stood out for me specially. Highly recommend this place for good local cuisine.

The setting is right in front of the docks and very nice. I can tell this is a super popular place and once we were seated it took about an hour to be served. They were also out of fish which I had ordered but changed to garlic shrimp with pasta. The food was amazing

Best ceviche in town! Get the house ceviche. Super fresh and huge portions. Very inexpensive and worth more than what you pay. Very nice service and friendly staff. Definitely top notch ceviche. Look no further!

An amazing small restaurant. Great atmosphere and wonderful service. The food is outstanding and the selection of wines small but perfect. See the catch of day and the beautiful risotto. Parking it’s just right there. A culinary jewel in Ensenada. The clam chowder was delicious too!

We had an Amazing experience just under the Animalon. I could not imagine we were under/inside the tree having a superb dining experience. Yes, this is a high end, fine dining experience, which is somewhat mind blowing when considering how you got to the place (have to go to understand). Upon our arrival, the host was attentive and led us to our table. The night was somewhat on the cool side so we were immediately offered blankets. That taken care of, we proceeded to order cocktails as we were wined out from early in the day. The 6-8 course menu was just spectacular. Every course was carefully crafted and explained and all the flavors were there. It was an explosion of different sensations and experiences with every new plate. The traditional Mexican cuisine was incorporated with the mole and a version of the tamal, but the rest of the dinner open my mind to new possibilities with the Mexican cuisine, one that caters to local areas were the chefs exploit those ingredients to create new experiences. While the portions may be tasting style, if you are not sharing the food will be enough to satisfy you. I want to stress that this is not a traditional Mexican restaurant and if you are looking for the comfort food that we all love (taco🌮) this is not the place. Service was over the top with our server taking. Are of all our needs. Overall a great experience and a place to visit.

I think it’s definitely an experience to have, some of the dishes like the tamale inside the clam and the duck were INSANE! Delicious and fantastic presentation. Mario was our server and he was PERFECT! Super attentive, kind and funny. The dinning area are beautifully located under a tremendous tree that is over 100 years old. The open kitchen layout and the tools they use are super impressive. The bread was also delicious! It’s a preset menu and it’s over $200 per person once you include drinks and tip. They do change the menu seasonly. Only reason for the 4 stars was that I didn’t love every dish particularly the desert and the price is a bit high compared to other great options in the area. But this is definitely an excellent experience and will be back. Great place for a date if you want to impress them.

The food is absolutely great! Even though it was 9 courses, it was more like 11 with some snacks before. I loved the lobster dish, and the wine pairing was really good. It would have been an amazing experience, but unfortunately, it wasn't under the tree due to the season, and the place was very cold even with the fireplace on. I felt they could have put more attention to the decor, but the main complaint really was the size of the dishes. Especially one of the mains was just one thin slice of duck. There was sauce left over, which I would have loved to dip into at least a second or third piece. I left the place kinda hungry, and considering that they dou led the prices since the last time I went, I felt it basically overpriced. It's probably one of the best places one can go in Valle, but I feel they got a little ahead of themselves.

10 out of 10 dining experience! From the hostess, to the space, to the music, to the servers, to food, cocktails and dessert…top notch. Every dish we ate was exceptional. S/o to Brian and the rest of the crew. Money well spent!

“I honestly didn’t know that food could taste this good.” That statement from my husband, who is not easy to please when it comes to food, absolutely nails the experience at Animalón. From the minute you walk in and are escorted under a huge, beautiful, old oak tree to your table, you know that you are in for an absolutely wonderful dining experience. Their seasonal and locally sourced tasting menu perfectly combined the most surprising and delicious foods into a three hour adventure of delight. Stand outs were the mesquite smoked blue fin tuna, duck lettuce wrap and house made breads with charcuterie. Animalón did not miss a single step, from atmosphere to food to the friendliness of every one of the impressive waitstaff. If I could give them 10 out of 5 stars I would. Thank you for making this an anniversary to remember (and for finding my silly husband’s wedding ring!!)

A cozy dinner with friends under the warmly lit oak tree was absolutely magical. The staff are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, which really enhances the experience. Don’t miss out on their excellent wine pairing suggestions, as they perfectly complement the delicious dishes. Dinner at Animalón was one of the highlights of our trip to Valle de Guadalupe.

Great atmosphere great service food 1st half was ok 2nd half amazing.

The food is not that great. Lets face it: we all come here for the atmosphere! The place is decorated beautifully and sure it has a ton of history. Maybe years ago it lived to its hype, but nowadays it just seems like a tourist trap. The prices are way too expensive, you are paying for "what once was" and not what it is today. Definitely come here once for the experience, but there are way better places around.

Fantastic service! The walls are full of Baja Racing History. I had the fish tacos. They weren't my favorite. The chips and salsa were decent.

We ate at underwhelming Mama Espinoza, appeared to be a very famous stop for racers/motorbikes. The service was awkward, the food was meh but they did have a little gift shop, parking and toilets. They were cash only so we had to scramble for cash-back at the Pemex next store. Sigh, can’t win 'em all! Note, the Chilaquiles Italiano is chilaquiles with pepperoni and should be avoided.

We have eaten here twice in the past month. Great food & beverages. Very reasonable prices and friendly service. A very short walk from Baja Cactus.

Mama's is a MUST stop when you're in the area. Had fish tacos at 8:30 am and they were the absolute best. Fresh ingredients and fish was fried perfectly. The restaurant has a really cool setting as it was one of the first Baja 1000 check points in the 60s. When opened, Mama had only lobster and tortillas to serve her customers. The restaurant has made a name for itself for sure. Tons of Baja 1000 memorabilia to look at. We met Mama's grandson who speaks very good English and shared a ton of Baja spots to check out. He even marked them on a map for us! We will be stopping in again on our way back north to try their famous lobster burritos! Cannot wait.

Muy bueno! Mama Espinoza's is an institution, a nugget of Baja history. Filled with moto racing memorabilia. This is a must stop and must eat place. Oh, and the T-shirts are approximately $10 US.

Traditional place to go, awesome service, food is great, nice place. Highly recommend

Review: Collective Surf, Baja I visited Collective Surf in Baja during the off-season and had a fantastic experience. The omakase, though just one dish, was exceptional—beautifully prepared and bursting with flavor. The service was attentive, and the relaxed atmosphere made it even better. Highly recommend stopping by!

The positive,... Delicious food, great service, cool atmosphere. The only thing is that it's not exactly off the paid road and you will need to drive a little on the free road. The food though is amazingly fresh and tasty. Craft beer as fantastic especially given the fact Mexico is pilsner heavy! It really doesn't get any better!

Amazing local fish and great staff! Just a quick walk from where we were staying at Las Gaviotas. Came here on a Saturday night and there was live music outside on the back deck (heat lamps too). Had a poke bowl with local yellowtail. Great beer and local kombucha. Staff was attentive and kind!

I just absolutely love this place. As a vegan, missing sushi has been a challenge. I really really miss it. Lol. This place gives me back my sushi. They have a few things on the menu; a vegan menu & all of it is worth it. The service is hit or miss, although he sure to ask for Sergio. He is the head bar manager & is always making sure that tables are taken care of. As long as your intention is to go there to relax & enjoy as the food & drinks come out, you are set. I went with several friends that ordered off the regular menu & WOW. It looked & they said it tasted amazing. They even use white ginger & have. Sriracha along with some other wonderful hot sauces. Portions are nice size, especially if you order the tacos. Omg it’s even bigger than what I’m used too. Lol. They also have one of the best views in the area & a massive outdoor space for live music on the weekends. Love you guys! See you soon!

Sometimes the rice isn't ready if you arrive when they open. The food is good, the service can be slow but they are very friendly. The Poke bowl was really good and the kids love the fish poppers. The chefs special roll is also very good. We ordered a total of 5 rolls and they were all different which is fun. So this was a review I forgot to post on a previous trip..haha, Back today 11/23. The service is still very slow but the Chef's Special is still awesome. Just be patient and enjoy the view. The sushi is so fresh and beautifully made. They also serve liquor now and the spicy margarita is really good.

I love this place. The sushi is delicious (I absolutely love the spicy yellowtail and spicy tuna rolls). The shrimp tacos are so good. The guacamole appetizer is a mountain of guac. Great drinks. The flan is a must. Often has live music, especially on Friday or Saturday nights. I’ve heard others say the burgers and sandwiches are good too.

Our expectations were exceeded by this delicious meal. The staff were super friendly and attentive, the food was outstanding and the ambiance was great. We got the yellow tail tarido, omakase roll, and special tacos. We didn’t think the sushi style dishes would be that good, but they were outstanding. There was a solo act on guitar playing and they were really good too. Highly recommend checking this spot out if you’re in the area.

Food was very fresh. The gentleman are very friendly and once you order dish out your food quickly. Lines were very long but worth the wait. The tostadas were really loaded. They have an area where you can add salsas.

It was crazy busy! The line was only about 7 people in front of us and the line moved very slow! It took us about an hour to get through the line! Each side of the food cart does something different! One does ceviche, one does tostadas etc… we got the tostada special large and also the seafood sampler. It came to about $25 USD for both plates. It was super fresh and a ton of food!!! We were only 2 people and couldn’t even eat all of it!!!! The only thing I disliked is there was no where to sit and eat!!!

Husband and I ordered 2 fish ceviche tostadas, an AMAZING shrimp cocktail, and a special tostada with literally everything on it -fish, shrimp, octopus, squid, snails. While enjoying our meal, we were served a fresh clam to try. Seriously amazing meal in a super low key atmosphere. 💯 Recommended.

The best! Good and fresh seafood, no complaints very relax place and super good service! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA ++++++++++ 100000000000000000% Recommended

The food is amazing - and the service also matched equally - such amazing seafood tostadas - can’t wait to return!!!

I enjoyed ceviche de camarón. It was fresh and it had flavor. The tostadas were crispy and had a unique taste, definitely different then Guerrero Tostadas. Next time, I better not forget Valentin Hot Sauce or Tapatío because I like to add a little kick of spicy to my tostadas. This was my lunch meal while visiting Ensenada for the first time, so thanks to the employees in the stand outside and my taxi guy who took me there!

It's ok ,but I think ensenada has better places .not get me wrong it good but not the Best

If you don’t read Spanish you will have a tough time ordering exactly what you want. Their menu is only online and only in Spanish so one can’t use a translator app to translate it. It is an outdoor restaurant so dress for it. They serve only two wines (one red & one white). You can get on the next door wine shop and order from them if you want a bottle. Slightly above average food for one who Dines often. There was a pesky dog begging at our table. Their ribeye was good the rest of the items were just okay. After I posted this we (the four of us) decided to go elsewhere to get some more food at another restaurant.

This is a really nice spot. Came here for dinner with my gf and had a really nice evening together. The food was very flavorful. The music playing was on point and not annoying. The only thing I would add is adding a nice pond with lilipads and fish and turtles down on the lower level. The designer did a nice job of building the space around the multiple live trees.

Nestled in the heart of Ensenada, Mexico, Boules emerges as a culinary sanctuary that epitomizes the confluence of refined taste, impeccable service, and an ambiance that whispers elegance with every detail. As a professional reviewer with a discerning palate and an eye for the quintessence of dining excellence, my encounter with Boules was nothing short of transformative. The moment my family and I stepped into Boules, we were enveloped in an atmosphere that melded sophistication with an inviting warmth, a rare balance that sets the stage for an unparalleled dining experience. The meticulously curated decor and thoughtful lighting created an ambiance that was both intimate and uplifting, perfect for a memorable evening. Service at Boules was a seamless blend of professionalism and personal touch. The staff demonstrated an intuitive understanding of guest needs, providing timely and discreet service that anticipated our desires without intrusion. This level of attentiveness is a hallmark of true dining excellence, contributing significantly to the overall experience. The cuisine at Boules is a testament to the artistry and passion of the culinary team. Each dish presented to us was a masterwork, skillfully balancing flavors, textures, and aromas to create a symphony of taste that lingered long after the last bite. The menu, a celebration of local ingredients with a nod to international influences, offered a journey through a spectrum of flavors that was both adventurous and deeply satisfying. Equally impressive was the value that Boules provided. The exceptional quality of the food, service, and ambiance far exceeded the expectations set by the pricing. It’s a rare delight to encounter a restaurant that offers such an extraordinary experience at a price point that underscores its commitment to accessibility and enjoyment for all patrons. Dining at Boules with my family was a highlight of our vacation in Mexico, a cherished memory that we will carry with us. It’s a place that transcends the act of dining, offering instead an experience that nourishes the soul and delights the senses. In conclusion, Boules stands as a beacon of culinary excellence, a place where every detail is a brushstroke in a larger masterpiece. I wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to those who seek not just a meal, but an experience that celebrates the joy of dining at its finest. Boules is not just a restaurant; it is a destination, a place where the art of fine dining is alive and well.

Amazing food, drinks, service and atmosphere. We loved the yellowfin sashimi and grilled octopus. Everything was fresh and flavorful.

As usual Javie’s Boules did it again. We came with 8 people, service was excellent, the food was outstanding, even for our vegan friends. Drinks and wine outstanding. Been going there for years, NEVER DISAPPOINTED. 👍

Beautiful eatery in the heat of Ensenada with a brutalist/minimalist architecture vibe. The menu is divine and highly recommend the Risotto con Borrego and the Rib Eye con papas fritas. The cocktails are amazing, especially the Naked & Famous (Mezcal, Chartreuse, Aperol, Limon). The staff were phenomenal!

We tried the fish of the day. It was great, perfectly cooked, exquisite flavor and well balanced. Restaurant environment was great.

Delicious! Michelin guide recommended. Owner is very personable and passionate about his food and restaurant. Recommend all the dishes. Can’t wait to go back.

Hello everyone this spot is known for there fish tacos. They are really good it really brings a wonderful feeling to my taste buds. Come and try them for yourselves. Look at my photographs this place it literally like in a automotive garage.. Like always my brothers and sisters God bless.

Visiting Ensenada and saw this gem on TikTok and boy was I glad I came here. Tried the taco Ramses especial and that was very very good. Also tried the burrito marlin, marlin quesadilla, marlin empanadas and the taco de pescado chicharrón. Everything was very good as well as the salsas. The decor of the place was very cool and rustic and the customer service was excellent. Would definitely come back again if I’m ever in Ensenada.

The best tacos I've ever had in my life!!! If you don't speak Spanish and are too touristy, this won't be the place for you. Kind people, humble setting, but the food was unbelievable. I'm very glad I dragged my cousin along away from touristy areas to eat here. I'm not sure how it would go if you don't speak Spanish. I'm bilingual, so I ordered for both of us.

In a closed-down tuna processing plant, the food lives up to the ambience. Not your average baja taco!!

You walk in and you go up to the food counter to order.  I ordered the Marlin Taco, Fish Taco, Tuna Burrito and Consume.  It was a TON of food, I really really liked the Fish Taco tho.  On the side of the ordering counter you have a salsa bar.  I put the Chipotle sauce but it was super super spicy for me and I put way too much.  I really liked the Tuna burrito though.  After eating there is a cashier who collects the payment based on everything you ate. Overall it was a great start to the day but we ate way too much food, I was stuffed afterwards.

It’s cool Ordering is weird You kinda have to know but basically walk up to the stand and ask what you want, dress your tacos at the bar, and pay on the way out by the door

This place has been rated by Michelin as Bib Gourmand for a reason. Very good food at reasonable prices. Excellent dishes with their twist. We had the casuelita en salsa verde and the platos Marcelo. Both were great options. They start you off with some bread and their signature cheese on the house accompanied by a salsa matcha with what I think is Chipotle. All very good. The customer service was excellent and the place is very near, within walking distance of the main strip in Ensenada.

Wow! Fresh, delicious, upscale food at affordable prices. We had the chilaquiles con barbacoa and the mushroom risotto. Both fabulous. The atmosphere inside the tree covered patio is relaxing, tranquil. Service was attentive and helpful. One of our favorite places to dine in Ensenada so far. Highly recommend!

I was really looking forward to trying Casa Marcelo, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations for a Michelin Guide restaurant. We were originally told there would be a 20-minute wait, which ended up being closer to 35 minutes. Once seated, the service was disappointingly slow—our server never checked on us after bringing the food, and when we finished our meal, we had to track them down. It then took another 15 minutes just to receive the bill. As for the food, it was underwhelming overall. I ordered the machaca, which had very little meat and was mostly tomatoes. On a brighter note, others in my group ordered the chilaquiles, which were much better. Between the lackluster service and uneven food quality, the experience just didn’t live up to the hype.

The space is absolutely gorgeous and the food was 10/10. So glad we found this place - might be the best chilaquiles I’ve had.

Food was great, but not that memorably delicious. Very popular (maybe because they are on Michelin bin gourmand), so we had to wait like 40 min. Service was good though

I enjoyed my breakfast immensely. Great hang. Great fun.

What a charming spot for breakfast. The food was excellent, service was spot on, and the vibe was perfect. A older Spanish vibe for sure, loved the courtyard with all the foliage. Good coffee and Mimosas, the two dishes we tried were unique and delicious. I highly recommend trying this place. If I had tried more of their dishes, I would probably given them a 5 star review.

Great location, casual western rustic atmosphere and decor, excellent food and service. I arrived with a friend for lunch a bit early before the crowd so we our choice of seating. I loved the decor with antiques, and the western theme. There was background music (ballads and love songs) but it was light enough we could converse without a struggle. The menu has Mexican antojitos, steaks (cuts like ribeye, filet mignon, ribs, etc.) as well as chicken, and salads. The prices were reasonable. They offered a full bar as well as iced tea, sodas and aguas frescas. They have a breakfast menu, and their lunch-dinner menu. On Wednesdays they offer a buffet that sounds great. They had a private parking lot. It would be appropriate for meeting friends, family, business lunches and small groups. Everything looked clean and orderly. I'd definitely return.

Excelent service and great authentic Mexican food. The waiters are very helpful and there is a lady making hand made tortillas. I recommend the buffet on Saturday mornings. They have a good variety of desserts too. I highly recommend this place, it has a great atmosphere!

Food was amazing, got the Parrillada Especial and it was done to perfection! Apple pie was so good. Seriously everything was mouthwatering and the service by Hilario was great! Highly recommend… Gracias

Great seasoned steak and sides & great service!

Beautiful Restaurant! Our waiter Hilario was very nice & efficient! I ordered the Combo plate with ONE Chile Relleno, ONE Enchilada, ONE Carne Asada Steak piece, White Rice, Beans & Home made Flour/Corn Tortillas made fresh by Soledad! She makes them and brings them to you. She is a very nice person as well. It was delicious!! My husband ordered the (3) Steak Burritos. For drinks we had a Regular Margarita, a Cadillac Margarita & a Lemonade. They were delicious! We also ordered a side of Guacamole to go with our chips & salsa. It was made perfect (no cilantro in it) We'll definitely be back!

We ordered the 3-person meal with an extra ribeye steak. The T-bone was good and tender. The ribeye steaks were very hard to eat. The baked potato was good. The place was a bit pricey for hard ribeye steak

Excellent food if you love red meat!!! Friendly and professional service!

The only thing that surpasses the ocean views and sounds of the crashing waves is the amazing food! Husband’s steak cooked to a juicy perfection, my vegetarian pasta filled with veggies and my son’s fish battered with a fantastic crunchy fresh batter. Service was outstanding and we felt welcome as a family with a young child. Super friendly and laid back atmosphere! Everyone should try it at least once!

This place is phenomenal. We ordered the mushroom risotto, the tortilla soup and the fresh pasta. Everything was wonderful, and this spot also has full ocean views. Service was amazing, flavors well developed, SO MANY FANTASTIC vegetarian options and amazing wines. People speak English which makes it easier to communicate. We will be back!

Planta in Ensenada is an absolute gem. The view and atmosphere are stunning—perfect for a relaxed, elevated dining experience. The food is truly exceptional. My husband and I have tried risotto all over, and the shrimp risotto here was hands-down the best we’ve ever had. Service was excellent, and parking was easy, which is always a bonus. As someone who eats gluten-free, I really appreciated that many menu items were clearly marked, and there were plenty of options for vegetarians and pescatarians too. One more thing we loved: the dog-friendly outdoor seating. Our pup was welcomed with a bowl of water, which made the experience even more special. Highly recommend!

I'd give this place 4.5 out of 5 stars. We were here on an afternoon couples date. We arrived just after opening so it was still pretty quiet. The view is romantic and breathtaking; the setting and vibe are perfect for a date. The staff were really kind and attentive, and we really appreciated that they were dog-friendly (leashed of course) and they brought him a water bowl. We had drinks, an appetizer and entrees. I want to be clear the food was definitely good, but we agreed we felt each of the dishes was missing....something, but we couldn't put our finger on what it was. The guys ordered steaks and they did say the cuts that day were on the fattier side. I remember thinking my sangria wasn't as sweet as anticipated. I don't need things overly sweet but maybe my American tastebuds are conditioned to require ridiculous amounts of sugar. We still had a wonderful time and would definitely go back again, we'd like to try more of the dishes to see if maybe they were having a slightly off-day or maybe find their specialty dishes.

We had a awesome experience and really enjoyed the scenery. The food was so delicious and full of flavors. The staff was always attentive and made us feel like royalty. I highly recommend this restaurant for any special occasion.

This place is exquisite. Situated directly on the Ocean in Ensenada Mexico. We were going to grab a drink after leaving a brewery just a few blocks down the street. We were the only people in the establishment. Please take note that this is over July 4th weekend & Mexico shut the border of Ensenada and surrounding cities to ensure it was not overcrowded with people who don’t reside there. I think that was a good idea. It was interesting. The law states that if we wanted to have something to drinks we had to order food. We had just finished a delicious meal & weren’t hungry, so fries it was. Lol. It was worth it. Keep in mind that if you want another drink you are required to order more food. I believe our servers names was Jorge. I apologize if I’m wrong. He was so kind, so nice, & so friendly & informative. We had some questions regarding the closures & he asked his Manager about it (it was where he had originally learned about them from the beginning. The menu I will say looked spectacular. Unfortunately as someone who does not eat meat or fish, there were only a few options on the menu. The entire menu looked tasty delicious & the few vegan/vegetarian options would be worth coming back for. It was currently closed due to COVID-19 however they have a Sky Bar on the rooftop which I can only imagine how gorgeous that view must be. ***Lastly, please be mindful that these are weird times in this world we live in. As we are all trying hard to get back to what is the new normal, remember that if don’t want to follow the rules of any establishment (whether a restaurant grocery store, gas station, etcetera) you deffo do not have too; just remember they also don’t have to serve you in any capacity that they don’t want. Love you all.

Really good ambiance and tasty food. I went there at night, so there was not much of a view. The smell of the sea and the sound of waves crashing made it very special.

This was the second time coming here. First time having dinner. Everyone was super nice and attentive. We had the scallop carpaccio, Tacos with Bone Marrow, and the Parillada for 4. Everyone was delicious. There is plenty of parking and has a great bar to hang out in. I definitely recommend. We will be back.

The place is nice. The customer service was nice 👍. We were serviced accordingly while waiting for our food. Our food took a long time to get served. My wife's was correct. She liked it. Mine and my son's was the same. It was not served as requested. The steak was not served with the eggs. When the kitchen served the steaks, my son was done with his plate. I was already upset. Plates aren't cheap at this place. The place was not crowded. No reason to be careless. Disappointed. Lastly, the steak was chicloso.

WOW! Best service ever! They were on it no more than 5-10 seconds and we went in during the buffet time. They also had everything you need for breakfast. Highly recommended as any wife who has OCD gave her seal of approval. Gracias!

About 45 ladies attended the Ladies Who Lunch Christmas Luncheon. Decor was elegant beyond belief, food was amazingly delicious, service was impeccable!!

I have been to ensenada my entire life. I grew up there. And this place was a treat! I was not expecting such amazing service. Food. And don't let the beautiful scenery fool you the cost was incredibly low!... there were 5 of us and we only paid about 10$ per plate. I think the staff thought we messed up when we left a 40$ tip. It was that good. I will be coming back. It was wonderful Oh wait the food. Oh Gosh. I got the chiliquiles and they were , don't tell no one, but they were almost as good as my mom's. They served us little pans. These cute little soapes. The coffee was top notch. It was all around ahhmazing! If you don't go here you are missing out

Very nice place to hang out and eat. But they need more food options. No seafood at all. But the chicken options and veggie ones were tasty. Lots of great art around.

Excellent location overlooking the ocean, offering a fine dining experience with attentive servers attending to our party's needs. The staff made the occasion special for our son's visit.

Mercado Negro offers delicious, authentic local seafood, and the quality of the food is undeniable. However, the experience was dampened by the constant barrage of food vendors aggressively trying to get us into their establishments. While I understand the competition, it became overwhelming and, at times, unpleasant. If you’re looking for great seafood and don’t mind the persistent sales pitches, it’s worth a visit—but be prepared for the pressure.

It was ok. Honestly, prices are too high for what you get. Tacos weren't bad but I won't return. Too many other places with more selection, variety, and drink options.

Clean, wide variety of seafood, friendly staff. Cute little shopping area nearby. Lots of little restaurants serving fresh seafood all around.

It's always a good place to get fresh seafood. The best time to go there is during the week.

Very interesting, fresh catch of the day..smelly ..fishy..but interesting to see the varieties of fish...

Ensenada is a fishing city and this is the heart of the fishing industry in the city. Vendor after vendor with wonderful fresh fish and seafood. Everyone is very helpful and it is a must see when visiting the Ensenada area.

This is a tourist attraction rather than a traditional seafood market used by locals. There aren't many fish inside, and the vendors inside don't seem very interested in selling. Instead, the nearby restaurant staff are more enthusiastic about drawing in customers, offering seafood processing services. We didn't eat here because it felt strange—there were hardly any people except tourists, so it didn't feel like an authentic local experience. Overall, this city gives off a vibe of being very tourist-oriented, with high prices on generic items and everyone trying hard to attract customers to their own shops. It just feels odd and lacks the authentic atmosphere you'd expect from a place frequented by locals.

Fresh, fresh and fresh. Wow what a fantastic meal. I would order everything I had again. The drinks were good and the seafood was out of this world. The staff was helpful and attentive. I can't wait to go back.

I was so disappointed and heart broken. I do not doubt that this restaurant was at one point magnificent. Our legendary Bourdain spoke highly. Unfortunately this restaurant is not the same place I read about in magazines nor the same place I saw in documentaries. From the "shrimp ceviche " that was actually a pico de gallo with only but the smell of shrimp, and not a hint of lime. To the overly mayo saturated fish taco. Everything was an ocean of depression in my palette that I could only water down with a stew of mint called a mojito. I will give this restaurant a second chance, as I always do and they well deserve. I must say, however, their octopus taco mixed with their amazing mango salsa was juicy, soft and just 100% terrific. I do not have anything negative to say about the experience with the staff who were nothing but wonderful.

It's no wonder this place got a nod from the Michelin guide. The food was absolutely outstanding! The cocktails were delicious, and creative! The restaurant is tucked back in from this main Street a little bit, but, worth finding! The wait staff was attentive, the restaurant was clean, and we loved all of our meals!

I had there shrimp cocktail it was great didn't have to add anything to it. The shrimp gobernador I got was good as well but didn't compare to the shrimp and fish tacos they batter they used was not your normal ensenada batter it was different but in a great way! There jamaica mezcal drink i got was great!!! We will be going back ! Oh and yes they are kid friendly my daughter loved her strawberry shake.

This place is beautiful and very accommodating to non Spanish speaking customers. The food was delicious. You gotta try the sea urchin tostada!

We went here because we heard they had great tostadas and do they ever! We asked our server Horacio which he recommended and he pointed us to the Singapore and the Guerrerense with shrimp. They were amazing! Fantastic service and reasonable prices. Definitely recommend.

Delicious fish taco, creamy shrimp taco and a very large bowl of pozole verde! Very fast service and food was ready quickly!

I was staying in Mandalay Bay and wanted a margarita. This was the perfect place and David O was the perfect server for our first visit. The food was on point. The only thing is $70 for a pitcher was a little extreme. However I would go again. 👌🏽👌🏽

A fun, authentic Mexican dive bar atmosphere • Live music on busy nights • Friendly staff • Reasonable prices • Lots of history and charm

This is the place. Even on a Monday night the atmosphere was just what we were looking for. Live music, excellent service, beautiful crowd just there to enjoy themselves. Drinks were good, tried the famous margarita. Stop by, you won’t regret it.

This was a neat little bar that we came to for their margarita. They make it blended or on the rocks, but only have the original lime flavored one. It has a salt rim and was very tasty and a good drink to get before exploring more of the city. It's right next to a main road that has tons of shops and was a good place to walk arounf after delicious drinks.

Loved the margaritas and music! If you have peanut allergies be aware you dump peanut shells on the floor here.

My first time back after fifty years and this place has barely changed. It feels like the real deal, great atmosphere reasonable prices and good service. I recommend if you want a Mexican bar vibe.

Great atmosphere! It was fun and very lively for a Saturday night. The Margarita was better at the Andaluz bar in The Hotel Riveria Pacifico.

I had two tostadas with mixed seafood, both were fresh and great tasting. The cart gets busy and service therefore lacks. I’m sure it’s better during slower times, can get crowded and kinda hectic.

Delicious 🤤 absolutely best seafood tostadas! Only down side is no where to comfortably enjoy your food!

Love love the place the seafood is fresh and super affordable great portions 🙌

The food taste is off is like water with ketchup chewing big chunks of octopus, my wife tasted the green shrimp tostada and they need to clean the shrimp poop,lazy people.

Delicious! The best seafood I’ve had here so far. We ordered shrimp and octopus cocktail and the flavor was just the homemade flavor I’m used to. Everything we tried we loved. Will definitely come back to this sea food cart. Definitely recommended

Great seafood I tried their campechana and tostadas de ceviche will definitely come back

We ate Oysters and blood clams, it's so fresh and price is very reasonable.

Delicious fish and shrimp tacos! Loved it. Lots of toppings, more traditional than others we visited. Spicy salsas!! Everyone was very nice, though it helps to speak Spanish :) community table. The clean bathroom was a plus.

Great atmosphere and the tacos were very good. They also had American snacks.

This is the Michelin star one of the kind famous Baja fish taco stand. It's an open-air eatery where you see customers come and go to order the famous fish tacos. I highly recommended.

The fish tacos were extremely basic… no seating, no server available to sit us, we order one taco to taste it and was not pleased. We ate it standing.

Fish tacos not good no more. I was disappointed/surprised when I was served my fish taco, it was like a fake piece of fish, like a imitation piece covered with lots of batter. It was not enjoyable at all and hard to chew. I did not eat it after tasting that first bite, I threw it away and paid and left. I think they serve their imitation fish to the tourists. It had a smaller piece of batter to make it look big. ...it was just Fried batter. Mexicans get the real thing, not the tourists. Avoid this place. I went to Taco's Don Zefe. This has real fish tacos. And more. Sorry ladies, but the truth hurts your reputation. Stop treating tourists by serving us cheap imitation fish. Stop adding so much batter. YUK! Bad experience and you will do nada to improve it. So I'm telling everyone.

Tasty tacos! Self service toppings. Seating available. Credit cards accepted with 100 pesos minimum; otherwise, cash only. Tacos are around 30-50 pesos each.

The shrimp tacos are simply the best. Served on a nice warm corn tortilla with a warm battered shrimps.

Small cart on a street corner but it was so good! They make each item when you order it and they pour a small sample of the juice into a cup to taste to ensure it’s seasoned just right. Definitely coming by again on any trip near here.

We bought two tostadas. We were like, "DAMN those were good." We ordered two more. We walked around for an hour, then had no choice but to return for four more. Waaaay better than the Anthony Bourdain recommended ones. Just come here and keep eating.

By far...the best clam cocktail in all Baja. Dont second guess..just try it.. I like mine without Ketchup.

Best Seafood in town, so fresh and clean.

Delicious food, friendly staff and super clean. This mariscos cart is definitely worth a try. The chocolate clams were amazing! ((No actual chocolate on them, it's the color of the shell.) Loved that they had chips available too. Lots of different salsas and very fresh seafood.

INCREDIBLE ceviche!!! For such a great price. Try all of them!

One of the best in town I recommend everyone to try it. I be back for sure.

Since it was a Michelin restaurant, my expectations were thru the roof. We got seated really quick, the ambience was fancy, and the service was fast. The first course was delicious as well as the entrée. The dessert was a bit miss. The chocolate cake was just too grainy, rich and dry. But, it was a good dining experience.

Enjoyed my time here! Food was great, I just wouldn’t order the Pork Belly tacos next time. But otherwise staff was friendly and attentive. Thanks!

This has been one of the best dining experiences I have encountered in Valle de Guadalupe. The servers were so attentive and had so many good recommendations, they were able to make our experience from good to great. We were treated so well, that we would definitely come back!!

We celebrated my sister’s birthday. The service was amazing. Nayeli, our hostess was not only friendly but treated us as family and ensured we were given the best experience possible. Thank you Nayeli.

The service is outstanding and the ambiance is beautiful. The food is good but not great. The first night we ate here I had the red snapper filet which was good, but not as flavorful as I expected. Last night I had the rib eye steak which was tender, juicy and tasted good. I expected to taste cuisine that would be memorable, but came away slightly disappointed.

We hosted a group of 25 BFGoodrich Tires dealers during the Baja 1000 and had an incredible experience working with the El Cielo team. They were very responsive, flexible and accommodating to our large group's needs. They set up a beautiful private dining experience and the food was amazing. We will definitely be back!

Amazing!!!!!!! They ran out of Tomahawk Steaks, but I'll forgive them. 🤷🏽‍♂️ I ordered the paella and when it arrived at the table it was BLACK!!! I was taken aback. I just knew I made a mistake. I tasted it. The only mistake I made was prejudging it. IT WAS DELICIOUS!!!😋😋 Everyone in our party enjoyed their meal. Perfection.

Must love dogs, like really really really really really love dogs. Your table with be coated with dog hair, yes that includes all drinks, dishware and beyond. Feel free to pet the dogs (strays?) that roam around the property. Otherwise food was good for what we had. Great spot for a sunset, possibly skip the dog hair and take your drink to go to enjoy the sunset. Also, reservations for 2 don't get you prime view table, be ready for quick a disappointment, those are taken up by large party reservations. Aside from those details, this spot is great. Enjoy. 😉.

Great restaurant with an amazing atmosphere. Hostess up front was very kind and spoke good English. Our server didn't speak any English, but we got by, and he sent over another server with good English in between to make sure everything is OK. Some main dishes were not available, which reduced our options (vegetarian) [-0.5 stars] The food was good (but nothing out of this world) and the wait was decent. Yes, there are dogs, we all know now. No, there isn't dog hair everywhere and no, the dogs actually don't beg for food. They stare at you for a second and then move on. But some servers do pet the dogs in between and then touch glasses and plates, that part wasn't the greatest to see [-0.5 stars]. Walking around the property afterward was super charming.

Very loud environment, particularly on the weekends. Lots of “cowgirl tourists” showing their specially acquired “Valley” boots. Food ok, much better available elsewhere in the area. Fish and meat quite expensive, Margaritas had an odd herby color added to it, had to ask for a classic one to be served one without the pink. Will not recommend, unless you want to have a Disney-type experience

Very over price for very ok food. Super salty octopus and it looks completely different to the photos on Google. Fried oysters are very average.

Great little hidden gem in the heart of the Valle de Guadalupe! The service was impeccable, the ambience perfect, and the food nothing short of amazing. 100/10 recommend.

Unreal food.... Superb service and amazing food. The place is beautiful, the surroundings are great.

Great place to enjoy good food. If you are not comfortable with dogs around you constantly at your table, this place is not for you

We were excited to celebrate my husband’s 40th at this Michelin Star restaurant in Valle, especially with a party of 12 where each couple was spending upwards of $150 for their meals. Unfortunately, the evening fell dramatically short of expectations. We arrived around 6:00 PM and were seated by 6:15. Water and bread were brought out, but the bread was incredibly stale and set a poor tone for a premium dining experience. We had brought a bottle and opened it for sharing around 6:50 PM, yet we were not offered other beverages upon our arrival as one would typically expect. The first course of oysters and ceviche arrived around 7:10 PM, and then nearly an hour passed with no sign of the next course. By 8:30 PM (about 2.5 hours in), we had only two courses and our own wine bottle, with no water refills or additional drinks offered despite the long wait. When a member of our party raised concerns, the waiter’s response was indifferent and unhelpful, with no proactive effort to fix the situation or reassure us. The main chef appeared to not present that night, which may explain some inconsistency, but staff still needed to communicate delays and manage expectations. The third and fourth courses, plus an extra side of quails we ordered upon arrival, finally arrived after the 2.5-hour mark. The quail was fine, but the roasted seabass was overly salty and the accompanying vegetables were hard, not fork tender—basically inedible as a side. The mussels in the fourth course were great, but they did not redeem the sequence. The overall pacing, service attitude, and dish execution did not reflect the standards one expects from a Michelin Star restaurant, especially for a special occasion. As we were leaving, staff appeared to mock our dinner party and our complaints, which was deeply disrespectful and embarrassing for a group of guests. This conduct, combined with the delays and inconsistent kitchen management, left us feeling not just disappointed but disrespected. Notes: This restaurant recently opened a second location near our Northpark neighborhood in San Diego. It’s a shame they chose to expand before fixing the service issues at the original establishment, to ensure things are truly impeccable before inviting more guests to the believe in the brand. I hope the restaurant takes this feedback seriously and uses it to refine timing, communication, and consistency so future guests can actually enjoy the promise of what they offer.

Great place to see sunset with the grape 🍇 vines. If you are a meat lover is a good place to come and eat. Service is ok like any other regular restaurant nothing exceptional about it. If you want to spend money on the food tasting and wine there are definitely other better options in the area example fauna same prices but the food and the attention to details there is incredible.

Make reservations. We ordered family style. The food was absolutely amazing, the prices were affordable. The ambiance and vibe on point. We sat where it was a bit from the sun 🌞make sure you ask for the court to be dropped . And I wish they had fans to cool you off and to shoo away the flies that were attracted by the food . But other than that my family loved it.

My first time trying a Michelin star restaurant and I was a bit disappointed. The food, service and atmosphere were ok. We ordered oysters, the 2 I tried both had bits of shell which got stuck in my teeth. Some menu items were permitted if you were doing a tasting but could not to be ordered for dinner. The medium rare steak was surprisingly tough. My thoughts are, I would recommend sous vide or reverse sear before grilling but those are not the thoughts that should run through my mind while attempting to enjoy a Michelin star restaurant. The steak tartare, heavy on the mustard. A side salad came along with the steak, wilted and tasted like mustard. The DD tinto wine was great. I think that might have been my favorite part. I would not rush to another Michelin star restaurant any time soon. There are plenty of great restaurants in the Valle.

Dining at the restaurant offers a remarkable experience, especially with its lovely outdoor setting. The picturesque view of the vineyards enhances the ambiance, creating a truly memorable atmosphere. The quality of the food was truly exceptional, showcasing culinary expertise. Furthermore, the service provided was impeccable, adding to the overall enjoyment of the meal.

Me and my wife went to celebrate our anniversary, I read the reviews and postings from the web, the place is nice, outdoors, open, and the service is good, but the food we ordered was not what I expected. We ordered the ribeye steak medium rare, I had this dish at other more inexpensive restaurants and the meat was soft and juicy, however what I got here was juicy but not soft, it was rubbery, I ended up leaving almost half the plate, as most of it was fat, I was not pleased. I told the server about the problem and he said he will let the chef know. After 5 minutes he came back and apologized saying I was right, and gave us a dessert for the inconvenience, however, the $80 dish we still had to pay. Very bad experience for a Michelin star rated restaurant 😕 Hope anybody reading this will speak up as soon as something like this happens, so you don't get charged.

Celebrated my wife's and her best friend's bdays here and it was an incredible experience. The presentation of each dish was amazingly detailed and delicious. The outdoor dining was perfect on this day and the setting under beautiful large trees is so unique. You should expect a 2 to 3 hour dining experience and each minute was so worthy. Pets are welcomed.

What an incredible experience!!! Stopped for a quick wine tasting but ended up spending the afternoon!!! The owner, Paco, was a brilliant host!!! He spent the entire time with us, telling us about his wines, took us on a tour of the restaurant and villas and the grounds. Recommend the perfect charcuterie with our wine pairings!!! He was an amazing guy. Can’t wait to go back and actually stay at the resort!!! Highly recommend it!!!

Amazing service and excellent food. The place is very beautiful and on the weekends they have live music. They also have beautiful gardens with inspiration quotes all over the trail. The drimks are amazing and the food is delicious 😋 Great service also.

The establishment offers an exceptional experience. Upon arrival, the security personnel and parking attendants were both polite and attentive. The hostess provided excellent customer service, and despite the lack of a reservation, we were promptly accommodated. The garden area is particularly noteworthy. We enjoyed the steak and fries, as well as a delicious fish dish. The beverages were also well-received. We extend our gratitude to Christopher for his drink recommendations and for informing us of the recently updated menu. We plan to return and highly recommend this establishment.

We had an absolutely magical and memorable dining experience at this hip, modern restaurant in the valley. The property is stunning, with beautiful paths and gardens that offer great views, complemented by fantastic cocktails. The food was not only creative and beautifully presented, but also delicious. The meat was tender, and the wine was rich and sophisticated, making every dish a delight, especially the octopus, which was the highlight of our week-long trip. The staff, including the chef and the owner, provided exemplary service that made us feel like royalty. Their attentive and helpful approach enhanced our meals without ever being intrusive. This place is a must-visit for anyone traveling to the valley—truly a five-star experience.

2025.07.27 beautiful place, but unfortunately food quality is declining … looks like new chef 👩‍🍳 in the house

A must visit! Absolutely delicious & fresh! Passion fruit tuna and ribeye were heavenly and stunning presentation. Ricardo was incredible & knowledgeable about their food and wines (they have their own, as well as others), prompt, fun, and accommodating. This place has everything from meticulously manicured grounds, to amazing views and ambiance, to fantastic service. A must visit.

Everything was good, like good good 😮‍💨 pricey but worth every penny. Update: I visited again after some time and the service still too notch, good still have the great quality and taste. Had dinner (which I forgot to take pictures of because of how hungry I was) and breakfast that was excellent in presentation and taste.

I can understand why La Cocina de Doña Estela in Valle de Guadalupe has earned its Michelin star. I only ordered the potato soup, but I was blown away by the depth and richness of the broth. The flavors not only brought me back to my childhood, they went beyond that. My friend ordered the nopales with egg, something you could easily make at home, but tasting it here, from the land it originates from, just hits differently. The portions are generous, which can be dangerous because you’ll want to keep eating. The pan dulce was also incredible. We took some back to enjoy with coffee the next morning. I’m normally not a big breakfast person (just coffee for me) but this place makes me want to return and try every single one of their specialty dishes

This place has been talked about every time you google breakfast places in the Valle de Guadalupe. Of course I had to try it! Went with a group of friends (4 total) a little before 9am. And it was already getting pretty busy. We were seated right away; and had requested outdoor seating. Inside felt very packed for us and needed that extra quiet feeling. Outside was perfect! We went right before the weather started getting warmer. The waiter brought over queso fresco and chips. The cheese felt very fresh! And could be from the farm they have onsite with cows. Our food was all delicious! Will go back and try another dish.

Definitely not worth the wait. Menu is mostly breakfast items which unfortunately I’m allergic to milk, eggs and pork. So fair to say very limited choices. The wait is ridiculous for what you are getting. I’ve heard people wait up to 4-5 hours. According to one of the workers an hour wait is like no wait. The road to get to the place is bad. I recommend going with good tires and suspension. I think the food may have been great before all the hype.Yes, it’s delicious because it’s not processed and more like our mom or grandma’s cooking. I cook in the same fashion so it was nothing extraordinary for me or my partner. I personally will not be making the drive again. But as always give it a try it may or may not be for you. FYI: There are three roads that will take you to the restaurant according to one of the workers. There is one we took going in which was the worst one. Lots of potholes and not paved. The one we used to exit was actually not bad at all when comparing the two. The second one was flat and only had a few potholes. There is parking inside and outside of the facility. Go with lots of patience, not hungry or take a snack and drink if you go after they open. Or you could buy yourself a drink from the coffee stand and snacks from one of other stands. Also Dona Esthela may be available to meet and greet her customers.

Boy what is there to say about this celebrity joint. Anthony Bourdain, Chef Ramsey, and many other have come to this place. They are all over social media. And yes its as good as they say it is. The very slow well seasoned lamb, the beef machaca, the homemade tortillas "flower and corn" is do die for. I'm not a fan of just to eat lamb but this one is definitely superb and one of a kind. Don't for get awesome corn pancakes and the café dw olla. Its worth driving the 20min drive from Ensenada in Valle de Guadalupe. I definitely recommend this restaurant. Feed your food souls and God bless, its a must.

Prepare for at least an hour’s wait on the weekend but totally worth it. Delicious, traditional Mexican home cooking. I’ve been twice now. The specials - borrego tatemado and the corn pancakes are must haves.

Solid breakfast spot. We went with the machaca and elote pancakes. It really does have the feel of a large family breakfast set up. The beans were great, the elote pancakes were good but very dense and chewy, which definitely is a different concept of how I see pancakes. The machaca was tasty but it wasn’t something I would likely order again. The fresh cheese with the salsa and chips however was excellent. I think the concept of an elote pancake is awesome though! Next time, I would like to try the chilaquiles. The orange juice was tasty. Tasted fresh squeezed and was told made in house, which I believe. Come EARLY. Sunday morning brunch crowd filing in after their minor wine hangover is a real thing. We got there at 815 and had no problem finding a table and ordering but it looks like after that, it starts ramping up.

The best and the most memorable restaurant during the visit. Their foods are all phenomenal and reasonably priced. The vibe is so vibrant, staffs are nice, I would want to come here every day if I lived here

I was hoping for...more. First, the service was the highlight. Friendly, accommodating, and attentive. The ambiance was nice, with a large stone fireplace and overall farmhouse vibe. We were the only diners there but it was a Thursday evening, so I suppose that was it. That said, felt lonely. The food...feel sad to say this but meh. We got the 5 course tasting menu. There was no printed menu of the dishes so pardon the simple descriptions; this is all I can remember. The first course was vegetables on a puree of white beans and fennel. EXCELLENT. 2) Fried rabbit on a mayonnaise sauce. OK, putting something fried in mayonnaise without any acid is just too rich on rich. 3) Fish in a puttanesca sauce. Now, I don't like puttanesca, so there's that, BUT my fish wasn't cooked properly. Not seared and rare in the middle, but just undercooked. 4) Chicken in a sauce I can't remember. SUPER juicy and perfectly cooked but the seasoning and sauce...big meh from me. 5) Oy. I really didn't like this one. Lemon verbena flan in a honey-like sauce with fresh cherries. The cherries were lovely but otherwise...sugar on sugar on sugar. Yikes. Don't make this again...ever. Start over. Overall, felt overpriced for the quality of the food. Would skip this one.

This is the best meal I’ve ever eaten. The care and love that went into each dish, service, and wine selection was perfect. Best natural wine I’ve ever tasted. Striped bass tartar was the best dish I’ve ever eaten. This place lives up to the hype. And quite the bargain compared to tasting menus north of the border, especially given the quality. Simply superb. Not much more can be said. To be fair, we were the only ones in the restaurant for the entire meal, so we had lots of attention. Highly recommend visiting the garden—the source of all produce ingredients. We will be back as frequently as possible.

The service was decent. We had the tasting menu with wine selection. The wines were not impressive and the portions were really small for the price. The food wasn’t great or filling. The fish had a weird strawberry sauce that didn’t go well. The dumplings were cold and undercooked we even sent them back and it did not make much of a difference. The fish dish was also a bit cold and the dessert was bland.

This is my third time going and each time has been fantastic. It is a very cozy environment inside a house with beautiful gardens outside. About $50 USD for a 4 course wine pairing meal, will not disappoint! Reservations are easy to make as well. If you're going wine tasting in the Valle end the day here!!

One of our first post pandemic ventures to an indoor restaurant. We were here for the first time 3 years ago and they change management , we were curious to see if it was still good. Well, it is. It was Wednesday evening and we had all the restaurant for ourselves. We started with really good cocktails, they have a fixed seasonal menu of five courses, everything was really good but the seabass on strawberry tepache is outstanding that could be in any 3 Michelin star restaurant. The service was amazing and we had a nice chat with chef Jesus. Laja still feels like old valle. Long live to Laja

Laja has been in operation for many years now. They have a daily tasting menu which is made up of 3 or 5 courses. I went with the 3 course menu: salad, duck and pay. Service was ok. It was good but not great to come back or recommend.

We enjoy a great dinner to celebrate our 35th anniversary. Chef Jesus and new Restaurant manager Luis really know how to make you feel welcome and treat you to some of the best dishes we have had at el Valle. And if dinner was not enough, we close our weekend with a visit to their brunch. I really recommend Laja Restaurant. Thanks to all the Laja staff. Jorge C

Romantic restaurant run by the Villa de la Valle group (and adjacent to the Inn) perfect for a quiet dinner. Adventurous menu great for foodies. It’s a fixed menu and was nicely curated with a variety of flavors. Especially loved the crispy pork lechon , fresh tomato salad, grilled sea bass. All the sauces were fantastic! Wines were pricy and we would have liked liked more wine. But loved the Beautiful view and experience on this our second visit.

This restaurant is a pure joke. I put 1 star as there is no negative star rating on this! They only have a fixed menu which they charge $80 per person for. While only some of the dishes present interesting flavors, the portion are ridiculously tiny, not consistent between the three of us. The first course of a 6 course menu: 1 FREEKING RADISH WITH NO TASTE WHATSOEVER! You can judge the other course with the pictures, Very big plates with decor like that you are not sure what is food and what's not making it much bigger than the real portion and... YES THE 3 RIDICULOUS SWORDFISH TOAST ARE FOR 3 PERSONS!!!! AND... ...The lamb was dry like hell, the radish had no interest whatsoever, the smoke swordfish was extremely fishy... It is clear that the chef and the owner do not understand food quality and consistency and overcharge tourist for a set menu that does not deserve anything but a D- This restaurant would open anywhere in the USA, in two weeks it would be closed! Thank you the hype of Guadalupe Valley and locals that advise to go to this restaurant but never eat themselves there, paid commissions work!

The food is good, I liked that they changed some dishes for me since I didn't eat meat. The price is maybe a little too much for what you get. The place is comfortable and nice but it is pretty far away from everything. The road is dusty and dark. Overall I was maybe expecting more for a restaurant ranked at the Pellegrino's list.

Good 6 course meal, Don't recommend the wine tasting or ordering drinks from the bar.

Best culinary experience in Valle de Guadalupe This is our second visit to this amazing place and the experience is an overall 5-senses celebration. The place is amazingly beautiful, 8 course tasting menu is really worth it. Each plate growths in your paladar and takes you to value not only flavor but also textures and smell. Really recommend this place if gourmet dining is your thing. Btw, love the hotel! prime service and detail oriented.

**AVOID THIS PLACE... NOT WORTH YOUR TROUBLE My experience left me wanting... The place was really nicely decorated. The food was good, but not close to what they charge for it. Furthermore, I would suggest that they make a bit more effort in client orientation. We had two people from my party that found stones in their risotto. This is extremely unfortunate for such a high end restaurant. But even more, when no one from the kitchen or the staff did anything about it. That is the type of response you would expect only in a fonda. Overall, I was extremely disappointed and I think the place is not worth what they charge for it.

Very disappointed! Was really excited until I was through the 3rd course. The wine was served from pre opened bottles with small pours. Each portion of food served was ridiculously small. I kept waiting for a course to be served that would actually take more than two bites. One serving was a corn tortilla with some greens. The desert was actually one spoon full of ice cream and some kind of green syrup. Sorry, but I don’t get this hyped up place. $250.00 for two to eat sub par food. We actually had to go eat dinner after this experience . Will not be back.

A must visit to valle! Creative dish reflect commitment to perfection of craft for guest ultimate experience. Friendly helpful and happy. Service and attention top. Experts . Beautiful location. Fun seating experience with family style dining as guests arrive and site with each other -chose the chef curated menu with wine pairing.

Excellent restaurant in all sense. The food was amazing, each dish was authentic and original. Everything, from the quinoa salad to the guava churro tasted great. The waitress and staff were very friendly ant all times. Then there's the fact of sharing the table. Eventho my mom and I weren't thrilled about that, we ended un having an amazing experience, people kind of become more open while eating so we had a great conversation with people we met there. Amazing place and experience.

Amazing place in the Valle of Guadalupe en la bajá California. The experience of food and atmosphere very unique. The place has family long sharing tables. Reservation highly recommended. The dessert out of this world

Had an incredible meal with impeccable service. Staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and personable. The food was creative, seasonal and plentiful. Ambiance was perfection. Don’t change a thing— we’ll be back!

Superb is the word!!!! Flavors never crashed or competed with each other. Extremely satisfied. Will Definitely come back!!! Do look at the pictures to see what to order.

Maybe one of my most favorite culinary experiences I have had in some time. Reserving ahead of time made checking in no problem but make sure you have one. You have the option of taking photos in the front of the restaurant’s fountain and then you are seated. If you’re looking for a private place to spend with your partner, this is not it but if you are looking to engage with people in a playful and curious way while enjoying excellent food, then this is it! We split a two appetizers (small and large) and a main dish. This was perfect for us. The ceviche was perhaps the most flavorful and robust ceviches I have tried. Had smoky elements with a tang and freshness, even the chip was light and crisp, good flavor. The sopes were the least the favorite, just missed the mark a bit. the lamb quesadillas were tasty and the tortillas were made fresh. The cheese had a salty, organic flavor to it that really made the combination of all of them together just shine! The wines we tried were a sparkling white and rose and each were great, but the sparkling white probably gets the nod. Just give this place a shot, you won’t be disappointed.

Really tasty dishes and super cool choices for cocktails. Beautiful restaurant with amazing service .

This winery was recommended by a friend, It was very nice and in an attractive area. The wines were quite to my tasts and they surroundings are very attractive, there's a huge restaurant and a sort of a party bar as well as the outside tables, It's laid out very well. Some of their $20 wines sell in the Napa Valley for over a hundred dollars.

Wine and food were good, staff was very attentive and friendly, and the activities and atmosphere of the place are amazing! The gardens are beautiful, clean bathrooms, & so much space. The highlight for me was riding on the free bikes though the vineyard at sunset. My 18 month old was just barely old enough to enjoy a few parts of the playground (more for older kiddos). Very kid friendly winery and restaurant! Highly recommend!

My party had a lovely time here around sunset. We got a table right away, the staff was friendly, and the wine was delicious. We also had some shared plates. Next time we'll come earlier and ride the bikes which looked like a lot of fun.

The food here is absolutely delicious. The place is big and has two dining sections an inside one and the outside one. I’ve been in both sections and definitely recommend outside just because of the view. The place has bicycles which you can use for free (if you dine at the restaurant) in their vineyards, totally a must!

We visited in the low season and were the only people at the restaurant during dinner (7pm). The staff were very attentive and friendly, they also gave great recommendations on the food and wine. We did feel a little bad that they didn’t have much work. The food was delicious, we weren’t too hungry so shared a few starters and the wine was also really tasty.

I really enjoyed the wine tasting my brother and I had at Corona del Valle—it was one of my favorite wineries we visited in Valle de Guadalupe. We had the mid-level tasting and all four wines were really nice. The variation and arrangement of the four wines were also quite thoughtful. This is certainly a very posh and polished winery. The atmosphere, the aesthetic, and the foliage are all harmonious and really well designed and plotted. I really liked the vegetation and plant choices they made for their garden that surrounds their restaurant and tasting areas. I’d love to come back sometime and try out the restaurant!

The wines are fair. The Irish coffee was the best! They had nice ambiance music. Our hostess was super friendly. The deserts were probably the best part. We order food to go and they forgot to include the side of bread we paid for. If your there until late at night make sure to tell them to open the gate (they close it late at night) we had to wait a bit before they opened the gate.

The food was great but the service was horrible!!! We ordered the abalone. Never had it before. Wow!! Crazy delicious!! Definitely recommend....but..... The waitress was awful!!! The service was extremely slowwwww. She wasn't friendly AT ALL. Never checked on us. We asked for more chips and salsa but never got them. Had to literally find her to pay our bill. The restaurant itself was nice, with lots of customers, fun, live music. I would return because the food was incredible, but I'd definitely hope for a different server!!!

Excellent tasting and fresh seafood, good service, and clean restaurant!

Dinner #2 this trip. The shrimp cocktail was perfect! Also, ordered scallops in garlic sauce- note I ate a few before taking the photo 4/5 on the scallops.

This is my 2nd time visiting Bahia Seafood in Ensenada. I loved the lobster plate. This time around I ordered calamar empanisado. The plate came rice and a salad. My son ordered the green aguachile and he loved it. We didn’t like the small seafood cocktail. It needed more flavor. Dishes range from 200-500 pesos. You will pay more for other orders. They have a small selection for the kids menu such as breaded shrimp or breaded chicken fingers.

I stopped here for lunch in this beautiful town. The fresh fish, food and service was amazing. I'd make this a definite return restaurant. Thanks

(first visit—see dinner edit)My mind was set on breakfast but upon my friend’s recommendation we stopped here not telling me of the lack of such. What a pleasant surprise it was for me to discover this beautiful place. I consoled myself with having a taco de Camarón and one de Atún Ahumado, both with cheese, to at least taste their food—these were two of the best tasting three tacos I have ever eaten—, while my friend ate a plate of garlic shrimp which looked delicious, and rather plentiful, which he’s had in past visits, and was proud of that dish, as well as the place in general. He stated always bringing visitors there in the past. I definitely will insist on bringing a friend of mine soon since she’s partial to seafood. The service was fine. I asked the bartender if they served Zacapa rum but they didn’t. Later, as I intended to tell a manager of the benefit of stocking this great rum and clarify that the 23 year one was the way to go. I was impressed when he stated having overheard the earlier conversation and showed me a note reminding himself he had written about ordering some. I most definitely will return with my friend Mari. Besides recommending this place, judging from the taste of both items I did enjoy, and my friend’s statements, I feel comfortable recommending just about anything the chef puts out…EDIT: I returned, as intended, the following week and to my utmost surprise the bartender pulled up a bottle of Zacapa rum as I asked him if by any chance…. Well! He even remembered me and mentioned that Rene had ordered it in fact because of my suggestion—I was floored! We did order the pescado sarandeado, being the purpose of the visit. Our server, Brian, was extremely attentive to details, even though the place was packed, and the dinner was incredibly tasty. Finally found the entree we sought for weeks which was fabulous in itself. The Zacapa rum serving at the end made me very pleased. This restaurant was added to my list of frequent visits to come. Enjoy!

great food, very cozy and super polite staff

Unique setting and architecture-worth a stop just for the pictures. We had the chilaquiles which were tasty and not too heavy. Only a few wines were available by the glass but the bianco from Magoni was good. Really cool rooftop lounge that would be great for sundowners. Overall, nice experience

Where would I start? We went with a group of 12 on Saturday, the restaurant was half empty and we were seated in the ground floor. The food took more than a hour to get to the table and some of the dishes were cold. Yes, cold. We ask for some desserts to share, I took a bite of the merengue and I found a screw in my mouth, a SCREW!!! Unbelievable. I read that this place has good reviews so I want to think that we had really bad luck

The good: out of this world ribs taco and really beautiful decor. Not good: 20% "automatic" service fee. Bring a warm jacket.

Pancracia is a nice restaurant. Unfortunately the food was a bit cold & overpriced for the quality. The server David was ok.

Great place, but is too cold, so don't go at night or ask for your plates very hot You will enjoy their food, unfortunately they don't have bread.

This place looked cool. It was completely empty when we got there. The service started good but then got really slow. The ceviche was not edible. The fish tasted not fresh. I always eat my food and this was not edible. The waiter let us order WAY too much food for our size table. The drinks were mediocre. Overall it was not the spectacular experience I hear so much about VDG offering at other places.

Wonderful food. Had the shrimp pepperdelle. Very good except the very delicious large shrimps were annoyingly not shelled and diners are forced to wrestle with the food in order to take the shells off. I will not order this dish again for that reason. Wait staff was responsive and friendly. Food was slightly pricey, but worth it. Interesting and impressive high-tech architecture. However, the restaurant is not elderly or handicap friendly, with lots of stairs and no railings to hang on to.

Everything in the menu is really goof here, my only one complain would be the portion size, steak portion is too small (personal opinion) really good but small. If you’re all about protein intake and all of that make sure you order at least a good appetizer otherwise you’ll be hungry haha. But I do recommend this place, customer service is great.

Always 10/10. Service is also always great. You have to get the blue cheese tower salad. It’s a classic. The filet mignon is always perfect and the cheesecake dessert is to die for

Crema de Almeja y Crema de Almeja bread bowl was excellent. The Ostiones were mediocre. The Sashimi de Atún, Ceviche de Callo y Camarón, y Lobina were way too salty. Not able to eat, inedible. Was going to complain, but was afraid you would not understand English or misunderstand or misinterpret. Extremely disappointed. The Corazón de Filete Mignon was very good, but also a little salty. It appears the chef likes salt in everything. Even the arroz that came with the Lobina was too salty and I could not eat it. I hope I can be compensated somehow for paying for an expensive meal that was horrible.

I’m not sure if it’s fair to rate the food as my comparable experience in other premium steakhouses is in the Los Angeles area. I must say, though that the menu is extensive and there’s a lot of excellent selections. In terms of food, I feel that there’s a little bit too much sauces in the food. That’s just a personal preference my biggest pet peeve that I hate when I order a rare steak and they brought me out a medium at best. Now if you were a steakhouse, you better get this request right immediately. In most cases I would send the steak back, but I was in Mexico and maybe Mexicans did not eat rare steak? My plate was about $50 so it wasn’t cheap in Mexican standards and I would say that although steak was a decent cut, I would place an almost at a diner/corporate restaurant level rather than an actual steakhouse. And I was disappointed for the main course. The atún sashimi appetizer had way too many onions and capers and sauce, which took away from the fresh taste of the sashimi. Again, I’m using Los Angeles standards versus Baja standards. As a comparable, I would say that it’s an excellent steakhouse for the Ensenada area. As far as service, I must say that they were on point and made up for the subpar meal experience. It was absolutely excellent, our waiter and the team were very attentive. The dining room was OK, a little clustered and our neighbors decided to hire the five piece roving musicians which didn’t allow for more of a private one to one experience with my wife since they were pretty loud. Again, this is Mexico, but if I wanted to hang out next to a five piece live band while I’m eating, I’d go to another restaurant on the tourist strip. The outside patio area, which is named something different seen more lively. Would I come here again? yes. Would I order the same things? Most likely but I definitely would be more in tune with the menu on how the steak is prepared and giving them directions to not add so much sauce.

Wonderful experience. My filet was perfectly grilled. They have an excellent salad with house made blue cheese dressing. The sourdough bread is also.made in house. Service is amazing. FYI, The patio where we ate was dog friendly.

The place atmosphere is great , waitres is nice He was doing a great job until we find out. The menu was away from us and he put in a plate cost me $100 dollars another plate also cost me more than $100. I don’t recommend this place just because they put on the menu for an American person. There is no such ever by mistake and cost me $100 dollars. it’s only 1 pound . Be careful from this place.

One of the best restaurants outside of Valle de Guadalupe. Everything we ordered was delicious, albeit a little on the expensive side. The staff was excellent as well and super friendly when explaining whatever doubts we had. Apparently they are also pet friendly which was a nice surprise, and the atmosphere in general is very friendly and relaxed.

This is an amazing location. We arrived late last night. We were received with open arms and a glass of wine - and truth be told the wine was delicious. A quick change in shift left us with another amazing young man who jumped right in, showed us to our room, and quickly confirmed the massage booked for the next morning. The experience overall was amazing. Breakfast there was also a wonderful experience.

The place is nice and food was good but the service could've been a little better. It was happy hour and we were charged regular prices for our margaritas. Some of our meals were missing items listed on the menu as well. Just double check your receipt before paying.

Beautiful hotel with restaurant for breakfast and dinner. The room was very spacious and the entry to the hotel was gated which provided peace of mind. We had a great weekend stay!

The setting here is beautiful the hacienda-style architecture and view really make for a lovely, relaxing atmosphere. The staff is also very kind and welcoming. That said, the food is clearly geared more toward the American palate, and unfortunately, it falls short in flavor and authenticity. We ended up here because we didn’t want to wait an hour at Doña Estela, but ironically still waited nearly an hour only to be served bland chilaquiles. Three of us ordered them and none of us finished our plates. Even the coffee missed the mark I asked for an Americano and was served basic filtered coffee. We asked for salsa to try and boost the flavor, but it didn’t really help much. This was my second time eating here, and both visits left me disappointed. If you're coming for the views or staying at the hotel, it might be worth a visit for the ambiance. But if you’re looking for standout food in Valle, there are definitely better options nearby.

Really delightful breakfast at the restaurant. La combinación de hacienda was truly delicious and the arrachera to die for. I loved my green juice and the pan dulce as well. The true highlights are the stunning grounds, views of the valley and service provided by the delightful Alicia. She is truly passionate about the valley and providing an exceptional experience. It was because of this we wound up spending the whole day here and hope to enjoy an overnight stay and a wine tasting next time we return. Thank you for a delicious meal, tranquil afternoon and great local recommendations. There are lots of great places in the valley, but I'd consider this an absolute 'must stop', especially for breakfast. See you soon!

The architecture is beautiful, very cozy and welcoming. The greeter is okay but the waiter was excellent with his service. The quality of the food and the serving presentation was very good, the flavor of our breakfast meals was delicious.

We stumbled upon this place trying to find somewhere open at 8am for breakfast on a Sunday morning... and we're really happy that this is the only place we could find. The food and service was excellent. Their Mexican hot chocolate and 'dulces' were an unexpected, yet much welcomed touch. I definitely want to go back for dinner some time, and probably even stay at the hotel, which looks beautiful.

The place is unique, that’s one of my favorites wineries. You can relax and enjoy the nature. Food is ok but service is great. You can take your own wine and they charge only $20 to uncork the bottle.

The food is fine, but expensive. Beautiful if you're sitting outside. Pizza is good but small.

Don’t look any further, this place is great the food is good very clean the workers are amazing the cheese platters is bomb. Overall great place to eat and have a good time.

Great views, good service, comfortable lounge seating, hip chill vibe, live music. Ordered just cocktails and cheese plate. For a Friday late afternoon, I was expecting it to be more lively but it was a nice relaxed time. They brought out blankets once it got chilly which was wonderful! Only negatives were the cheeses from the cheese plate looked and tasted like they had gone bad. Then, the servers tend to “hover” and not give you much privacy. 4 not 5 stars because of the food.

Excellent service. Very nice views of the valley. They have a dj playing music. Best time to go afternoons, since it might be too hot to be outisde or inside, even though they have umbrellas. The food is okay, good taste, mixed drinks tend to be very pricey, but good taste. The food is good, variety in the menu.

Amazing food. Great atmosphere. Live music .... Service by Mytsy was the best!! She had the best suggestions for wine and appetizers. Very pleasant, she knew how to engage us with her knowledge of wine... Can't wait to be back...

Place has a good concept but way overpriced! The portions are so small for the price you pay . If you don’t make a reservation to seat on the top, you end it up seating inside with no one. Not worth going . I wish restaurants in Ensenada would offer more for less to attract more tourists . The prices are the same as the US and you get way less food . The roads leading to the restaurant were horrible . Potholes everywhere . I feel like if they are going to charge US prices they need to have better roads too . Not worth the drive there. Really disappointed ! We ordered a steak , crab tacos (very small with a bowl of not eatable beans), risotto and quesadillas .

Here's the revised review with grammar corrections and expanded slightly for length and detail: We had a fantastic time at this restaurant. We chose it for two main reasons. First, few places were open on Monday night near our hotel, and second, it boasted excellent reviews. We were not disappointed with our decision. Since it was a Monday, the restaurant was pleasantly uncrowded, allowing for a relaxed dining experience. Our waiter, Aaron, was exceptionally attentive. He warmly greeted us as we approached the restaurant and consistently checked on us throughout our meal, ensuring we had everything we needed. The ambiance was inviting, with a clean and spacious interior. The music was lively and set a great mood, loud enough to enjoy but not so overwhelming that it hindered conversation. We ordered the carne asada, which came with an enchilada. I don’t eat dairy, and the staff was incredibly accommodating, seamlessly substituting the enchilada without any issue. We also shared a bowl of birria, and the flavor was nothing short of extraordinary—rich, savory, and perfectly seasoned. The quality of the food, paired with the excellent service, made this a memorable dining experience. We’d happily return on our next visit!

So we were a group of 22 people the servers were great service was good we had to split into 5 tables wish it was fine. My order of adovada tacos was cool tortillas was cool and dried the meat was cool and thick just nasty basically. Someone else other Enchiladas she was enjoying them until she took a bite and bit a piece of something nasty the manager came and said it was a piece of meat but it didn't look like meat at all so she stopped eating them manager didn't even offer to take out the plate of the bill. The rest of the food Salmon was amazing we had ordered 2 orders of it and they loved it the grilled octopus 🐙 was also really good.

King and Queen Cantina in Valle de Guadalupe is a beautiful spot, the place itself is stunning, and there are even more businesses on the same property to check out. The food was tasty, though I’d say the prices are a bit on the high side for the quality. The staff was super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Honestly, the atmosphere and location are what really stand out here, and for that reason we’ll definitely be back.

We had the pleasure of being served by Eric. He was very attentive and efficient. He made us feel very welcomed. We had an amazing lunch and are planning on going back for dinner!

Food was great, drinks are great, what else can you ask for at your stay in Valle De Guadalupe. Would recommend to stop by especially just to have a drink and enjoy the view!! Would like to say thank you to Tony for serving us and making our stay welcoming.

Tony was an amazing host. The food was good and the strawberry pink panther was yummy! View was beautiful and it was very peaceful.

AAron & Jovanni great service! Definitely recommending food is good, music is great!! Vibes are there!!! Come visit them ask for Jovanni && Aaron. Thank you guys!!!

This is the Best Sea Food restaurant in North America.. Me and my wife were tourists from Los Angeles and we love sea food. In general in US may be couple places can compete with this restaurant. OMG octopus was exultant, Scallops, Soup, oysters...WOW. In US there are very few places where Chef knows how to cook real seafood. Also they speak good English.... I probably going on the cruse ship again to just go to this place....

The food was excellent, the menu had many items to choose from. We went there just as the Sun was setting. Loved watching the neon lights come on on the surrounding buildings. Enjoyed the cocktails. I would like to go back and try more of their seafood selections. We have been eating a lot of seafood lately. After all it is Ensenada. Great location to get the night started.

Fantastic Marlin in peppers appetizer, but everything on menu is good. Street under construction in front now, so you can't park in front till that's done, but well worth a 200 foot walk to get to

One of my favorite restaurants in Ensenada. I have pretty much everything in the menu but you must have the pulpo a la vinagreta and also the octopus that’s listed as a specialty. Great fish tacos, ceviche tostadas and pretty much everything in the menu is just delicious. Is also very affordable, they have great service and they have live musicians that will play you a song for $100 pesos. They have plenty of parking.

I’m not sure why the previous reviewers meal was so much, but I paid about $80-$90 USD to feed five people. We all got drinks as well. Everyone’s meal was a full meal. I personally got the octopus meal and it was honestly to die for. Will definitely be back.

By far, this is the best seafood restaurant that I have been to. Their shrimp Toritos and clams (pictured) are excellent; everything we ordered, including seafood pasta plates, was outstanding; in addition to getting great service, the prices are great.

Terrible. The recommended top dish was gloopy sauce from a bag, lacking freshness we were after from a garlic butter sauce. The scallops were old and dried out. We sent it back. The onion soup was nearly pure salt, not edible. They offered a seafood broth which was the most concentrated seafood flavor I've ever had, like a bowl of fish sauce. We had a couple appetizers that were ok but I can't recommend anyone going there.

Amazing place... great service, fastintic food accompanied by great wine!! My favorite is the lengua ,shrimp and potatoes plate!!

Wow! This place is absolutely gorgeous! And so many delicious choices on the menu(We had the Sausage al brandy, the Ensalada Verde, and Champiñones al ajillo cones with lots of dipping bread)! The wine is great too, we tried the Uriel and the Jardín de Tru. Recommend all of the above. And then walk the grounds its just really nice here. Needless to say the customer service was fantastic as well. Come enjoy, we will definitely be back many times.

I loved my dining experience outside! The service was excellent and warm. Offerings were fresh and interesting. I had mushrooms (tapas) and the duck confit torta, agua fresca, and a glass of house wine. Well-priced, tranquil space, great service. Looking forward to visit again!

The food, beer, and wine were amazing! Great atmosphere! Roasted mushrooms were really good, and so were the potatoes with shrimp/tounge! I would go back any day!

Delicious food and the staff were very attentive. The ribeye grilled cheese was awesome, as was the shrimp salad. Would definitely recommended this place.

Very nice food and service. The food was flavorful and fresh. The lingua was well cooked and probably the best I've had in my limited experience with this meat. Very reasonable prices too; <$30 USD for two dishes and two glasses of wine. I think I would have preferred tortillas rather than bread, but it was soft and fresh at least.

Open Thursday through Monday, starting at 12:30pm. The winery itself is not my favorite in the region, but this food truck is pretty much my go-to lunch option when I’m bringing friends to the Valle for the first time. Good variety— lots of tapas— fresh produce, flavorful starters, salads, and sandwiches. And really reasonable prices. You can get what would be a $14 app in the US for maybe half the price here.

Nice surprise. Small, simple atmosphere with very artistic touches. Open kitchen for a beautiful view. Chilly evening in outdoor-only space mitigated by wind screens that kept us comfortable. Chef Kevin made us welcome and delighted us with each course Price was very reasonable for the quality of food and service. Parking is a challenge but it’s worth it ;-)

One of the best dining g experiences I've had in a very long time! They accommodated my vegetarian family and it was seamless. Fantastic food, Fantastic wine pairings+ Service was absolutely phenomenal!! Highly recommend !!

One of the best restaurants in Valle. Everything is fresh, interesting and delicious.

We arrived about 2pm on a Wednesday. It was a beautiful sunny day which was perfect for sitting outside at Malva. We enjoyed a delicious expertly prepared 4-5 course meal. Portions were just right. Excellent employees & great service. Restaurant is outside so dress for cooler weather if going at night. Have fun!

We come from Israel where there’s lots of amazing food and we've been traveling in the USA for the past year and tasted some good food (and some less 😅). But this place in Guadalupe is by far the best meal we’ve ever had our whole lives!!! We just enjoyed it so much everything is freshly made, and just tastes like heaven! my husband and I each took a different four course meal that way we got to taste Everything. The sour bread is amazing. The fish melts in your mouth and the meat is so nice and soft the taco bun is the best bite you’ll ever have! Just pure joy! the wine was nice and smooth too. The waiter was really helpful and nice and all the people making the food are really nice. I really hope we can come to Baja again soon and eat here ❤️ thank you so much for best meal we’ve ever had!!

Made reservations right before I found out that it was mentioned by Michelin as a great restaurant. We went Friday night and we were the only people when we got there. The menu was confusing and the waiter had a hard time to explain it. I ordered the duck confit and it was delicious. My wife ordered the New York steak and it was cold and the waiter forgot to give her a steak knife. All in all it was ok. I would go again to see if that correct the problems.

The service was excellent. The setting was excellent. The food looked beautiful. The flavors were too strong, salty and rich for me. I needed a fresh salad or more veggies. I might have just ordered the wrong things. Very nice people in a beautiful peaceful location. Wished I loved the food more.

Off the Main Street by about. 1/2 block- 100% worth it- no one bothering you while you eat. The food is fantastic- authentic and full of flavor- I love heat and they actually gave me HOT salsa- holy cow it’s delicious!!! Our server was prompt? Attentive and checked in on us after we got our food- honestly 👌.

Great local food. Tacos were wonderful. Pricing was spot on. Good service. I highly recommend this location in Ensenda, as the tourist places (ex. Papas and Beer) charge more than U.S. city prices by far, when the food quality is very poor and drinks are worse. Birrieria La Guadalajara TACO'S were Great!

Excellent food and a local atmosphere. Authentic soft tacos at a good price. Indoor seating. After getting off our cruise and trying other tacos this place is the best we had in town and they did not try to rip us off or add extra charges to our bill so it is highly recommended.

Everything about this place is excellent!! The food is absolutely delicious, servers are very polite, and the drinks are sooo good! I would recommend this restaurant over any other around the touristy area in town

True authentic gem in downtown ensenada. Expect locals, amazing food and reasonable prices. Love love.

Food and service was amazing. All ingredients are made fresh.

First off the food was really good, reasonably priced for a tourist city. We had a party of 12 and they were able to get us seated in 20 minutes. The food was traditional Jalisco cuisine. The birria was tasty, the tacos tasty, the arrachera tasty... tasty was the theme.

This was my first time. this restaurant was highly recommended to me by someone who lives in Rosarito and has frequented the restaurant. On the positives the restaurant is very clean and beautifully decorated the interior is nice. The servers are very attentive and friendly. The patio has a beautiful view of the hillside and many vineyards. The food was average. We ordered a seafood platter that was OK but not great. We also ordered and shared a steak platter and the steak was very chewy and had lots of nerves and tendons. I did not enjoy the steak. We ordered a dessert, which was the chocolate German cake, and it was also just OK. This is not an inexpensive restaurant and I was expecting more.

Delicious vegan options! My bf ordered non vegan stuff and he said they were fairly good. But, they all lacked taste. We ordered guacamole that came with amazing onions and we managed to eat everything with a better taste. Prices are fair.

Very beautiful atmosphere and staff was incredible. The fish was over cooked and a little dried out. We also ordered the ceviche dish and there was way too much on the plate.... can that really be a problem??? Haha Ultimately I might come here again for the overall experience but would order something else. Maybe just drinks and appetizers???

Super service and food. View was stunning especially during sunset. Great for large groups!

We had a lovely experience on a really hot Sunday evening! Yummy sangria and shrimp dishes. Language tacos were dry. Great service!

The au gratin clam had a clear plastic string mixed in (I missed taking the photo) and I had to ask to be removed from the check. The rest of the food was just ok, small tacos big prices.

Great food. Creative flair to some Mexican standards as well other dishes. The food is well done and not heavy-handed at all. Very good service as well.

We stayed at Hotel and Boutique Spa and decided to try Fuego restaurant. From the start, the service was kind and welcoming. Our waiter Eric was especially helpful with the menu. We ordered the Camarones Agua Chile, Brussels sprouts, rib eye with mashed potatoes, and the cheesecake made with sheep’s milk. The agua chile, rib eye, and dessert were tasty, familiar flavors done well, but the sides completely stole the show. The mashed potatoes were the creamiest we have ever had, silky and not starchy at all. And the Brussels sprouts? Absolutely unforgettable. Roasted whole in a balsamic glaze with thin strips of bacon, they turned a dish I almost skipped into the star of the night. I will never look at Brussels sprouts the same again. Every other version will be compared to these.

Great place, nice atmosphere, service is top notch. Our server Emerson was aware of every single detail. We had a 4 course dinner main dish need some improvement but everything thing else was perfect. Don’t get me wrong the chicken was good but not perfect. The quality and taste are there you will enjoy the food and the place. Hope you get tempted by the pics.

Staff treated us like the only people in the entire restaurant. The food was amazing.

Im not a seafood person but the seafood here was amazing our server Kevin was attentive and very informative helped us chose a bottle of wine based on our desired taste professionally corked our bottle left it on our table and was checking in enough we never had to pour our own glasses amazing food amazing service and a wonderful outdoor patio atmosphere if I could rate higher then 5 I would!!

The place is lovely, the food was good. Had to return my plate as the borrego prensado was not good but the replaced it with another dish and was delicious. The service was terrible slow and the r es restaurant es empty except for 2 other tables (6 & 4 people at those) we were a group of 5.

Great place to come and enjoy some alone time with your wife or some family time with a good atmosphere. Excellent variety of wines and food. I enjoy coming here because of the excellent service and great location. Hotel Boutique is next door, and has a lovely pool! Must visit!

Restaurant staff offers great service, always with a great attitude and big smiles. Room was cute. Views are amazing. Chech out was little dissapointing.

very large space and quick service. lots of great options and affordable. good drinks. the risotto was great but a bit fishy. the sopas were good too. ravioli was lovely. good experience but not amazing. go to get a drink or a larger meal with friends.

The food was perfect!!! Victor was informative and attentive, he had great recommendations!!! *Mixed Sashimi: bluefin, octopus, catch of the day *Oysters *Seared tuna tostada And we ordered the risotto con carne ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for a beautiful experience!!!

Standard Mexican fare, slightly upscale. Best part -- unlike most Mexican restaurants -- they know how cook a filet. Backyard patio is comfortable and quieter than inside.

So good! I am lucky to stay walking distance from this place for a week and I think I'll try as many dishes as possible. Amazing food and great service. People kindly speak English too in case that's important 🙂

The appetizers were really good. Drink and wine selection was also really good. I also really enjoyed the desserts. Where it fell down for me, was the entrees. They were kind of boring, almost as if some other chef created those dishes. It almost felt as if it was an afterthought. But if you come here, come for drinks and appetizers. Skip the entrees and finish off with dessert.

Good food and good service. Their prime rib is excellent. The place is beautiful and the outdoor area is very peaceful.

Another great spot in Ensenada. It's hard to have a bad meal in this city. This restaurant has a great patio on the back that's perfect for a sunny day like yesterday. The octopus and the pizza were amazing. Young and really attentive crew providing excellent service