Amazing food and wonderful service. Definitely a place you need to visit. The chicken Parmesan is the best I've ever had.

The seating was a bit awkward when the restaurant was empty (almost) and they have these tall planters that partially block the bay view from the tables for 2-4 ... especially if you don't want to sit in the sunniest part of the outdoor in 90 plus degree weather. With plastic chairs they should put cushions on top to prevent sweating. (Our hotel has cushions on the outdoor dining areas because it's so hot here and sitting outside can be uncomfortable without a cushion). For our meal we ordered the specials. While beautifully plated somehow it lacked a little flavor on mine. My hubby had prawns with sailfish in garlic butter. Also we were given a fish amuse bouche which had 3 chili pepper condiments. They were all very very spicy. I barely had any, like a tiny taste and my husband as well, the result later being that my husband and and I were pretty sick all night and the next day. He actually had to go to the doctor 2 days later as he was still quite ill and in pain. While There was a significant burning in my stomach from the chili acid, he believes his situation was probably some bacteria in the food which is too bad because the restaurant is pretty upscale and clean so I doubt we got it from the ice. Anyways we can't go back. I also think the waiters could check on the diners to see how the food is after you start eating to make sure it's ok, like other waiters at these surrounding restaurants do. Somehow This never happened. read more

La Gaviota - Pastor style grilled red snapper on veggies. - Seafood Near Me - Zihuatanejo, GRO

Food was very good but a little pricey. There was a screw up of a few orders. Service was good but waitress was inconsistent due to she had too many tables to manage closely....again for a pricey restaurant ....service should be very attentive. Also no ideas why they cannot provide separate bills for couples as they have iPad's. Most high end restaurants will provide separate bills! Ambiance is fantastic and world class scenery. Would try other high end restaurants before going back again! read more

The food is really tasty, service was excellent and the view can't be beat. If you don't care about price, it's a great spot. For me, it was fairly expensive for the area, especially for such small portions. read more

Truly exceptional! We happened upon La Gaviota after some friends in our group said they had a spectacular meal with a delicious bottle of wine the night before. We did not have a reservation, which I would recommend getting so that you can have an oceanside table. There were only a few tables otherwise. We were the only ones seated inside, but we didn't mind and there was a wonderful breeze throughout the course of our meal. They bring a wooden rack to the table to put your purses on. We thought this was interesting. The space is beautiful and is family owned and operated. The gentleman that was serving and managing said that his mother and sister were in the kitchen. They have been slowly renovating the place over the last few years and it shows. It's beautiful! They are open for lunch and dinner. I had my heart set on tacos but they were a lunch menu item only. We shared Gaviota's potatoes, Gaviota's salad, and Gaviota's pasta. We didn't intentionally pick all of Gaviota's items but they sounded so delicious, we had to try them. They did not disappoint!!!! Those potatoes were so soft, creamy, and garlicky. I loved using the bread on the side to soak up the cream! The salad was spectacular. It was beautifully plated and contained everything you want in a salad. The pasta was such a treat. We realized we really didn't need it, but we were able to find room for it. Sadly, this meant that we'll have to come back for dessert another time. I had Gaviota's infusion to drink. This is non-alcoholic and delicious. I only wish it would have been easier to drink without getting a little chunk of ginger. Maybe cutting ginger into pieces that are too big for a straw would work. Susan had a cocktail that was beautiful, with huge ice cubes. They started us off with a vegetable filled pastry served atop a mole sauce. It was delicious and very much like an Indian samosa. The prices were so reasonable. I cannot wait to come back to Zihuatenejo and to La Gaviota. I highly recommend you try it too. read more

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Roberto was our charming waiter s we go went out of his way to be sure my partner, who is vegan, got exactly what he requested. Not only was it beautifully presented, it was delicious!! My rock shrimp appetizer was delicious and the chile rellenos superb! The setting overlooking the bay is beautiful. Go at sunset for an unforgettable dinner. read more

Like other reviews, the seating was very awkward. Griselda, who is the assistant manager, was not able to accommodate us. She was very nasty and inconsiderate of the guests on the resort. I highly recommend not eating here. They do not care about people that are paying to stay on the resort and they have terrible customer service!! read more

La Gaviota - Seafood Near Me - Zihuatanejo, GRO

La Gaviota means The Seagull. Perched at the end of La Ropa this longtime local place which has been transformed by the younger generation into a beautiful, fine dining restaurant is frequented by locals, celebrities and tourists alike. Fine version of the Mezcal Jamaica and earthy carpaccio of mushrooms, freshest seared tuna with an intriguing soy based sauce. Chocolate cake light but decadent. Outstanding service by the inimitable Gabi. Definitely our favorite of the high end restaurants and now part of every visit. read more

La Gaviota - View across Bahia de Zihuatanejo from La Gaviota - Seafood Near Me - Zihuatanejo, GRO

This restaurant absolutely lives up to the hype of having the most exceptional ocean front view in Zihuatanejo. The food was great, drinks very strong, but unfortunately, service is lacking a bit -- but more on that later. I visited during their off season, so the kitchen closes at 6:30. Isn't that a tad bit early? To make it more comical, I attempted to make a reservation through WhatsApp for 6PM, but I was told that since the kitchen closes at 6:30, 5:30 is the latest available reservation. Luckily, the food was delicious. I tried a seafood stew that was fantastic. The mango margarita was a favorite of the table as well. We had our eye on the yummy desserts from the moment we laid eyes on the menu. After our meal, we were anxious to place our order... that's when we were faced with the sad news that since it's 6:40, the kitchen will no longer accommodate our dessert order. I wish they had given us a heads up that the kitchen was closing. We would've gladly had placed an order prior to the kitchen closing. We walked out unsatisfied, but I guess who needs steller service when there is a stunning view. read more

La Gaviota - Mango margarita - Seafood Near Me - Zihuatanejo, GRO

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Had an amazing NYE dinner and party at La Gaviota. We ordered the shrimp with Alfredo pasta and New York Steak with mashed potatoes and delicious tabouli. The shrimp and steak were cooked perfectly, and the side dishes were also tasty. There was a set menu for NYE, we had garlic bread as appetizers and a delicious salad with mango passionfruit dressing. The restaurant sits right at the end of Playa La Ropa, with a beautiful patio and outdoor view of the ocean. We had a great sunset view and our last night of 2022 couldn't have ended any better! This place is a must-try if you are in Zihuatanejo or staying nearby in Ixtapa. I can't wait to come back next year! Thank you for the great service and good team Gaviota! read more

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Great location on La Ropa beach. Beautiful views. Average views. You are paying to eat next to the ocean and not much else. Would I go again? Probably not. We did enjoy the beautiful lunch time weather and drinks. It was just okay. Not bad. Not great. read more

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If you love fresh seafood, this place is absolutely a must visit. We ordered the catch of the day tiraditos (which was tuna carpaccio) and tiritas (which was marlin ceviche) and they were both absolutely to die for. We also ordered the roca shrimp which is basically firecracker shrimp but easily the tastiest fried shrimp I've ever had. We stayed at the Thompson down the beach and this was a super easy walk from there and so delicious that my fiancé and I walked back the next day for another round. Day two we got the same raw options + coconut shrimp which was also very good. Service is amazing and the atmosphere is on the water and unbeatable. read more

La Gaviota - Seafood Near Me - Zihuatanejo, GRO

This was our first meal in Zihuatanejo. They were closed for a private party and had room for a party of three. It was a limited menu but it was delicious. I had prawns, rice and salad with a margarita. We were sat as close to the water as possible and were able to watch the sunset. It was a wonderful experience. Apparently, just a few days earlier, Jeremy Renner dined there. Pretty cool. Service was friendly. Review #100 of 100 in 2023. read more

Loved our Neal at La Gaviota at sundown! The food was delicious! The tuna was perfect and the Mani Mani with peanut crust and sauce was delicious and creative! Service and drinks were great too. read more

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This place has amazing views as you enjoy your dinner as well as had a beautiful violin player. The food was so rich in flavor. The guacamole is always a stable and they did it justice. The avocado and pesto was a great starter the cherry tomatoes were so sweet. The pesto pasta was one of the best I've had in quite a while, best than some I've had in Rome. The berry limonada was so fresh with the right hint of sweetness. The whole meal was sublime and the cherry on top it was all vegan friendly! The service was superior too all very attentive and on top of every need. It's a must go if you are in Zihuatanejo read more

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The hours on Yelp are wrong, as they only represent the hours during the high season. In the off season, the restaurant is not open for dinner, but lunch is served late until 7:00 p.m. (with the kitchen closing at 6:30 p.m.) This restaurant is modern, beautiful, and has a spectacular view! In addition, the food is terrific! It is a bit pricey, but at least the ambiance and the food are up to task, so it was worth it. My wife ordered a Carrillo and I ordered some fancy version of Carajillo (with milk, espresso foam, and toasted marshmallow), which I would not have ordered if something hadn't been lost in the translation because it was more like a dessert drink than anything else and I got it at the beginning of dinner. However, as surprised as I was to see the drink when it arrived, it was actually really delicious! My daughter ordered the mango smoothie and, to my surprise, it was exactly what I expect a mango smoothie to be as an American. We have had other smoothies in the Zihua area that were akin to milk blended with fruit and a tiny bit of ice that were really weird, but this one was on point. For starters, we ordered garlic cheese toast (delicious, but probably not worth the price for four small pieces), guacamole (delicious), and parmesan fries (which not only were delicious, but they came with ranch dipping sauce, which is insanely hard to find in Zihua!) For dinner, my wife and I shared the red snapper "lomito" and I ordered the rib eye tacos. Both of those dishes were outstanding! My daughter had the mac and cheese and, while it was a bit different from any mac and cheese I might get in the states, it was still pretty darn delicious! This was a terrific (albeit expensive) experience and I would definitely come back. read more

x4.5 La Gaviota End of Playa La Ropa, Zihuatanejo Renovated by owners' grandkids who did a great job Open air dining; nice ambience; view of the beach Excellent food and service by Ambrosio and Gabriela Have a lot of grilled seafood e.g., octopus Loved their Gaviota taco A little spendy, but worth it Nice complimentary tomato soup amouse bouche read more

La Gaviota - exterior - Seafood Near Me - Zihuatanejo, GRO

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The most beautiful spot for a romantic dinner on La Ropa. Service & food were excellent. Our favorite dinner in Zihua!

This is an exceptional dining experience!The hostess Gabriela is a phenomenal !The setting is beyond words. The food presentation and taste one must experience to appreciate. read more

La Gaviota fucked up Melissa K. and Kevin L.'s wedding rehearsal dinner. They were entirely in the wrong and never owned up to it, blaming everyone but themselves for their astonishing incompetence. Mel and Kevin reserved their rehearsal dinner months in advance, communicating with the manager and his sister over email. They received written confirmation of their reservation, and a month before the dinner, all of us guests sent over our entrée orders. It seemed reasonable to assume that the restaurant would be ready for us. Instead, we showed up at the appointed time and La Gaviota was hosting an entirely different party in the exact space Mel and Kevin had reserved. Turns out that somewhere in the communications between the bride and groom and the manager and his sister, La Gaviota had lost our reservation. The manager insisted they never confirmed until Kevin found the confirmation email, and then the manager's sister sent a defensive, unapologetic email once again trying to push blame away from the restaurant and toward the people getting married. It was an extraordinary shit show. We still needed to eat, with a group of like 25-30 people, and La Gaviota did reluctantly agree to serve us. There were empty tables available, so we occupied them. Not ideal, as the plan had been to take over the one long table on the patio, but at least we were able to sit and be fed. Also not ideal--the staff was busy serving the other party, so we were mostly taken care of by Mel and Kevin's wedding coordinators with occasional assists from wait staff, the best man, and the groom himself. (This was, of course, not the staff's fault at all.) It would've been nice if the manager acted anything but inconvenienced by the whole thing. Honestly, it would have made a huge difference if he owned up to the mistake and tried to make us feel welcome and accommodated--we were, after all, celebrating a pretty big fucking special occasion. Also, if any situation called for some freebies or a discount on the bill, this wouldn't have been it, but we neither expected nor received any such thing. Other than the mess of the lost reservation, I guess La Gaviota was a decent restaurant. The dining area was pleasant, all the tables on a large patio looking out over the beach. The cocktails looked good, and I enjoyed my non-alcoholic mango smoothie and lemonade with berries. The food was solid. We shared a bunch of appetizers, and they were all good: guac, a few kinds of tacos, and queso loaded with shrimp and octopus. I got the grilled octopus for my entrée, which came with vegetables and chimichurri. It was mostly tasty, with a flavorful sauce, but some bits were quite slimy. My husband's "citrus fishing" (not sure what that translates from/to) was a piece of fish, who knows what kind, with grilled shrimp, citrus butter, garlic, leek, rice, and steamed vegetables. The shrimp were really good, the best thing I tried at La Gaviota, but the whole entrée showed up like half an hour after all the others, when most people were done eating. We had to skip dessert to make it back to our hotel in time for welcome drinks--at least one child was unhappy about this, but we just wanted to get the hell out of La Gaviota. Obviously, this was an extreme situation, and it's entirely possible that you can come to this restaurant and have a nice meal in front of the ocean. That said, I can't recommend La Gaviota. The management is disorganized and seems to cover for its incompetence by brazenly disowning fault and blaming the customer. Even if all you want is good food with a view, you can find better (Mar y Cielo and La Ceniza come to mind) along the same beach. read more

Good expensive food, bad attitude. Beautiful sight of the bay. Will not consider it again.

We spent 3400 MX per person for the New Years dinner. There was an open bar, but I could only order two glasses of wine before I was told they ran out. I ordered juice or soda to water down my too strong tequila soda drink I had to order instead. They told me juice and soda was only for the kids. Ridiculously spendy meal to be told NO so many times. We will not recommend or return. read more

The food quality is very good here. The scallop ceviche and Octopus are excellent. This isn't a place to bring kids. The service can be slow regardless of how busy the restaurant is. You can't beat the view, unless you are next door at one of the less fussy restaurants, rossy or el pirata. We just had a poor experience of kitchen deciding to close before we ordered dessert and with kids only looking forward to that just ruined the night. read more

One of the most beautiful views. Service was excellent and food was delicious! This will definitely be a go to when in Zihua!

Best dinner yet. We have enjoyed dinner here several times over the last couple of months and Santiago made this dinner over the top amazing. The shrimp empanada was fabulous as was the special house salad. He prepared lobster both grilled with garlic and butter and also Thermador. Cooked to perfection. The Banana Flambe and Coconut ice cream rounded out the best dinner in my lifetime. read more

Fantastic meal. Beautiful views. Wonderful service. A tucked away little gem. This was such a treat. We will be coming back.

The best food and service on Playa la Ropa, and airiest, best-view dining room as it's elevated. Much of the pricing is actually comparable with La Perla, but that is all that is comparable. They haven't been able to take credit cards since some hurricane, but it's worth bringing cash as the food outstrips La Perla's in every regard. Like night and day. Wish it were not closed on Mondays. read more

Hard to understand how the place gets any rave reviews at all. Although the view is stunning and the wait staff very attentive, something terribly wrong must be going on in the kitchen. From a few stale tortilla chips and watery salsa served upon being seated to more than an hour's wait for 2 simple pasta dishes, it was very disappointing. And don't get me started on a bottle of Beringer wine for $50 (!?!). read more

Love this new restaurant at the end the beach at Playa Ropa. Tastefully decorated, great food and outstanding service. We will be back.