This market is increíble. I wish there were more markets like this in the states. Separate little…read moreboutique spots for bread & pastries, meat, cheeses, wines, standard grocery (including vegan products), & a wonderful bar on the rooftop to top it off. See my other review. This is our go-to market. It really is a very enjoyable exper

The store was much smaller than it looked in the pictures. Things were more expensive than Whole…read moreFoods and dusty. The produce wasn't organic either.

What a great market! As close to a mini Whole Foods as one can get! The produce is beautiful and…read morefresh, and there's a very wide variety of fruit and veg to select from. There are plenty American products to select from that are organic. (Not that I'm only wanting American products) I rarely buy American groceries here, as I prefer to shop the perimeter, but it's always nice to have the option. Their pricing for produce is extremely reasonable, and this is where they beat Whole Foods. The staff are all so incredibly helpful, warm and welcoming. Needless to say, their service is outstanding. We found it recently, while on a search for organic kefir, (they even had the brand I like!!) and instantly won me over! We've become regular shoppers there, even though we live an hour away!

This is like a Whole Foods for Ensenada. It is replete with many more specialty foods imported from…read moreall over the world. The produce section appears organic and is so fresh, all inclusive, and super inexpensive. When you enter the store the small specialty bread offered is in front of the produce area. Yes, this is a best kept secret: my first taste of real artisan baked select and delivered daily, sourdough rounds, walnut, whole wheet, all seed, dark russian rye, garlic w gruyere, rosemary, french rolls, baguette's artisan baked and dense like home in San Francisco, CA. There are exquisite cheese's, organic yogurt, good pasta, dairy, hummus, juices from Cali, bulk dry foods, kitchen wares, specialty flavor's and curry style paste and spice's, tea, chocolates, coffee, cooking oils, from Southeast Asia. The friendly, helpful butcher's are in the back area ( English ok) and is impressively stocked with most everything and the quality is a cut above the rest. This is a smaller mercado and not to be compared to its sister market "Maria LUIS" in Maneadero. I love how this market is not huge and impersonal. Clearly it is managed by a team who understands the importance of great customer service, stocking their shelves selectively and cohesively, conve ience and organization, cleanliness, and how to market their goods etc.... I have made a special trip here just for the bread, produce, or meat on occasion.

When in Mexico, Oxxo is always my convenience market of choice. It's like a 7/11 and it seems like…read morethere's one on every corner. I like coming here to get cheap beer and soda before hitting up one of Ensenada's many incredible street taco carts for lunch. You can get all kinds of Mexican sodas and candy here for super cheap, especially if you spend pesos. Avoid the tourist traps!

My first time out of the country via cruise. I wanted to try the infamous helados! I always hear…read morethat the ice cream in Mexico is way better than American and I believe it in a heart beat. The girls were so awesome of being supportive of coming with me as some of them snagged a treat. One of the girls were hesitant to eat anything in Mexico in fears of getting sick. I ate everything...if I could have ate the stick I would too! That's how good it was and I was fine. I did not get sick or anything. I honestly wanted another one. My ice cream was on $1.10 or something like that. Barely a dollar. For the taste and quality in America would easily be over $5. Let me tell you, it was so hard picking out what I wanted as they had a plethora of flavors. I highly recommend this place as it is very delicious. It's very affordable. It was clean and staff very Helpful. They spoke English and Spanish and were happy to greet us. I am already craving this ice cream shop! It taste pure and authentic. You will be delighted by this place.

Awesome little ice cream and confection shop away from the tourist area…read more It is on a small commercial street across from a Calimax supermarket. Variety is king. You will have fun exploring the different options. Most everything looks home-made, even the bars. Haven't been back in 2 years and don't remember what I had last, but haven't had anything I regretted yet in the 4 times I've visited There is no place to sit inside, but there are a couple of benches outside. The curbs outside are very high. Be careful opening your car doors.

The freshest coconuts ever! Los cocos más frescos. This is a family operated business They also…read moreoffeR parking at $3 for 4 hours. The coconut was so delicious! It had plenty water and when done drinking it, if you had not decided to have him drain it into a bag it for you, he will cut open the coconut and give it to you.

Do you like tostilocos? Do you like fruit? Do you like it spicy? If you do, then you will…read moreabsolutely love this place. One of the coolest places I have been to in quite some time. A simple concept where you can mix in 48 (I counted) different chips, fruit and candy into a cup, have them mixed together and create an awesome spicy and salty snack. A sample of what you can put in a cup? Tostitos, chips, flaming hot Cheetos, churritos, Japanese peanuts, spicy peanuts, raw peanuts, mango, watermelon, pineapple, spicy apples, cucumbers, candy, gummy worms/bears and saladitos. There are another 30 or so items that I am missing from this list, but you get the idea. After you choose you mix ins, they will then mix it all together with chamoy, chili, clamato and lime so everything gets evenly covered. You can also choose to not get any of the chili or chamoy at the end if you aren't into that. But then you are just missing out on what makes it so tasty. I got one full of mango, pineapple, apple and all the peanuts mixed in, and it was amazing. All my favorites in one spicy jumbled sweet mess of of saltiness. It was truly a first for me, and enjoyed it until the very last bite. I did pay with my Chase credit card, which worked out great. I was charged in pesos, but the charge appeared on my statement already converted to dollars without any foreign exchange fees. This is done at the current exchange rate, so you get an extra 10% more for your money. Most cards charge foreign exchange fees, so be sure you are using the right card before you start to swipe the plastic at every establishment. Very inexpensive, starting at 35$ pesos ($2.50) for the small cup, which is surprisingly filling. A great concept, and a must try if you happen to be in town.

If you're craving fruit with chile, look no further. My wife called it a fruit michelada and she's…read moreright. If you've read my other reviews, I try a michelada at every restaurant I go to. This place mixes fruit and spices just right to give you that sweet, tangy and spicy juxtaposition that defies description. You've got to try this place to know what I'm talking about. ¡Muy delicioso!

12/16/2025 - Stop by the Mercado Negro de Mariscos (Black Market for Seafood) in Encinada, Mexico…read moreand decided to go inside to take a look. Surprisely, each giant calm costs only $3, plus a $3 cooking fee. I selected a table where I can get a lof of direct sun on my back, which in turn can boost my vitamin D3 level, and asked for a sashimi dish.

Saturday September 7, 2024 Royal Caribbean Navigator of the…read moreSeas 85℉ / 55% Humidity Also known as Mercado de Mariscos, the Black Market is one of the largest seafood markets in Ensenada. The original location was where the modern fish taco was born supposedly. It all started when Mesoamericans nixtamalized maize, which became flatbreads. Eventually it led to corn tortillas, which were used to hold various fillings like seafood. The Spanish Colonial period introduced new ingredients and cooking techniques. Japanese fishermen in Baja California during the early 20th century helped popularize tempura-style frying. Seafood vendors brought batter fish to the mercado in the 50s/60s, which became a hit. Then a San Diego State University student opened the first Rubio's a couple decades later, and now fish tacos are enjoyed by everyone today. I didn't spend much time here because I had to make it back onto the cruise ship. But as someone who appreciates food and history, it was nice to walk around. The original mercado shuttered in 1967 and the vendors relocated to the waterfront, and eventually moved into the building you see now. Lots of stalls selling all different types of seafood. There's also restaurants nearby where you can order ceviche, cocteles, oysters, and other regional specialties. Mexico 2024 collection: https://www.yelp.com/collection/kYAzNGL6833M5SmSYnRRVA/Mexico-2024

Maybe a tourist trap, but it doesn't matter. A nice and calming place to relax before heading back…read moreto the port. I have been wanting to try this place. Staff were friendly and helpful. I ordered 3 chocolate churros and a chocolate blended drink (no caffeine). I think we waited about 10 minutes or so but the churros came out fresh and hot. I think the chocolate used is Hershey's syrup (I could be wrong), but it tasted very familiar. The drink was not very sweet and creamy. I finished the rest of the churros that night. Their restroom was very clean.

Whenever we are in Ensenada, we always come here for the Chocolate filled Churros! They always are…read morebusy, lots of tourists go here especially when they are in a walking tour. It is conveniently located up the street from the Cruise ports to the left side. The only draw back was I wanted my drink cold, they made it hot, and it came out to $13 (for two churros and two small coffees). I gave a $20 and they said they didn't have dollars for change. I even tried to ask if they can throw in another filled churro and they said they can't do it. They do accept Apple Pay and credit cards but it's been a year since I came here, not sure if I did that last time. I already was holding up the line so I just said I would take pesos for change. Next time I am here, I will bring smaller bills as they don't have change. Otherwise, the Chocolate Mexican coffee was delicious and the churro was also, lots of seating, and one of the spots to visit!