Just a few blocks north of our Cozumel digs, this is a regular spot for drinks (Happy Hour ends at…read more5)and food. The fare is typically Mexican with an adequate supply of burgers and fries. Primary attraction is the ocean view to the west encompassing some good sunsets. We were hungry after a morning on the. Reef snorkeling so needed a carb reload. -- worked good. The oceanfront here also features diving and snorkeling .

Still our absolute favorite spot for the best fish tacos, ice cold beers, and views. Excellent…read moretable service. Everything is made fresh while you wait.

The food, waitstaff and atmosphere were all wonderful. The fish cakes are a must. We would dine…read morehere again!

Kondesa is one of those places where the setting almost steals the show. Almost…read more The restaurant is tucked away from the main tourist strip, and walking in feels like discovering a hidden garden. At night, it really comes alive. Lanterns hang from the trees casting a warm amber glow, everything feels soft and intimate, and a live band playing low-key jazz ties it all together. It's cozy, a little romantic, and honestly one of the better dining atmospheres on the island. Hard to say how it translates during the day, but at night, it works. The Food The food holds its own, even if the setting gets most of the attention. By Cozumel standards, it's some of the better food we had on the island. The menu leans creative but still approachable. We tried a bit of everything. The Mexican dumplings were fine. Not bad, not memorable. The trio of guacamoles was a hit, especially the one with fruit and bacon, which sounds questionable but works really well. The queso was exactly what you expect. Good, comforting, not trying to reinvent anything. The standout surprise was the tortillas. Freshly made and easily one of the best parts of the meal. They elevated everything they touched. The meat tacos were also very solid, well-seasoned and satisfying. Dessert was the house specialty, a cornbread-based dish with ice cream and toppings. Don't remember the name, but I remember finishing it, which says enough. Service Service was good across the board. Friendly, efficient, nothing over the top but nothing missing either. Overall Kondesa is worth visiting for the atmosphere alone, but the food makes sure it's not just a pretty place. Come for dinner, take your time, and enjoy the setting. It's one of those meals where the environment does half the work and the food handles the rest.

The one time I chose not to listen to the reviews...I should have trusted my gut instinct and left…read moreafter no one addressed me or offered me a water, minutes after being seated. I ordered the shrimp ceviche and mango margarita. While the ceviche was decent, the mango margarita was terrible. It felt like a waste of money. The taste was off and it was not strong at all. Next time I visit Cozumel, I'll be skipping this place!

This place was recommended by a local. The food did not disappoint! The hostess & server were…read morefriendly and we were seated promptly. The atmosphere is an open flow restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. There are some fans on but it doesn't override the heat. Overall we had a great experience & the food was delicious!

This review is for dinner . We have been to Cozumel 7 times . Always enjoyed most of the local…read moreoptions. Visited El Palomar for dinner on this trip after a recommendation from some local friends. El Palomar is located a little north of the ferry dock on the main drag. Directly across from the Jaques Cousteau statue. The building is a charming renovated 100 year old building (very well done). We had drinks on the veranda overlooking the sea at sunset. Margarita was the best I have had in Cozumel and the view of the sunset from the veranda was great. We retired into the main restaurant for dinner . The food was on point. My wife had the grilled Mahi And I had the skirt steak. Both cooked just right and served with a side of salad,mixed veggies and potato. The service was professional and unhurried. Wine selection also very good. Price was very reasonable for this nice of a place. This was probably the best experience at a restaurant that we have had in Cozumel.

Good atmosphere and service for drinks. Did not try the food. We sat at the sidewalk with drinks to…read morewatch the Ironman

Food - Delicious. Steak was fantastic! Shrimp ceviche was so good. Everything was yummy!!!…read moreService - Everything was made to order. Food & drinks were simply delicious. Ambiance - Quaint, clean, authentic Mexican restaurant. When we are back in this port, we will be eating here. What a difference walking 10 minutes from all the gimmicks at the port makes. If you're going to Cozumel, make sure you stop here for a great lunch/dinner.

Enjoyed eating at this gem today south of downtown Cozumel. Friendly staff, great food, charming…read moreatmosphere and decor. Will be back!

Good food local friendly atmosphere. Not over crowded with touristy feel. A more comfortable…read moresetting

Great local spot in Cozumel!! Quesadillas and margaritas hit…read morethe spot for sure!! Service was great and the local vibe was awesome!!

Love this place. We go there every time we are in Cozumel…read more The pico, guacamole and ceviche are always great. Good drinks too!

Couldn't stay, cash only. Don't trust the souvenir stand at the bottom. They charged 4x what it…read morewould be anywhere else.

This place is delicious!!! It's well priced and extremely well served…read more The fish and shrimp taste fresh and the flavoring is amazing. The fried fish was truly out of this world. It tasted freshly caught and the breading was light but flavorful. The ceviche had an amazing depth of flavors and again tasted super fresh. The fish tacos were to die for with hand made tortillas and were delicious! The horchata is the most authentic one I've tasted in a long time and the lemonade was amazing too! Pic of my leftover shrimp taco - you get 4!!!!

My wife and I came to this place because it was recommended on chat GPT. We were not at all…read moredisappointed! The mixed ceviche was the best I've ever had and the guacamole was superb! We were treated like family by Diego, Rosie, and Rosio! I hope that I spelled their names correctly. Margaritas were better than the $27 margaritas at Alberto's, and we paid the same prices as the locals. Cold cerveza, great food, and friendly people! We loved the little garden in the center with turtles also! We will be back!!