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    La Palapa

    3.8 (21 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican, Seafood
    Closed 12:00 pm - 6:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Beach Front View outside the restaurant

    My husband and I stopped in Cabo Pulmo for snorkeling and we are so happy we came across this adorable little beach town! If you want some great fish tacos, octopus tacos, ceviche and beers beach front, you've found it! Prices were good as well in my opinion. The staff was so sweet, friendly and all smiles! Our waitress spoke some English which worked out perfectly with our little Spanish. I loved the casual beach vibes, cute authentic table cloths and vibrant colors of the restaurant mixed with the most amazing beach front view. We would go back in a heartbeat!

    Joshua S.

    My group stopped for lunch, and we were glad we did. The food was great, the service was fantastic, the process were good, and the ocean view was incredible. We got to watch a pair of humpback whales playing just a bit offshore, blowing and breaching and splashing with their tails, for about ten minutes while we were eating. If I find myself back in the area, I'll definitely be stopping in again.

    Michael T.

    Like a scene from a movie, you will find this little restaurant at the edge of the small Mexican village of Cabo Pulmo and the Sea of Cortez. From the palm frond roof, to the homemade feel of the building and tables, to the five-star ocean view, everything is authentic right down to its bones. It is absolutely beautiful. And the food? Incredibly good. We ordered guacamole and chips, followed by fish tacos (Baja style of course) and a few quesadillas for the kids. There were no complaints from anyone. For a restaurant located two hours down a dirt road, it was even more impressive. The only drawbacks were it took about an hour and a half of waiting time for the food, and it was not inexpensive. Though they do warn you on the menu that all of their food is made fresh to order. So if you are going to try this place, I am willing to bet that you will not be disappointed, but make sure you have plenty of time and aren't in a rush.

    Gordito the friendly restaurant dog was so kind to join us for dinner! Loved his company!
    Shellee L.

    Loved our chipotle and coconut shrimp! Generous portions with an abundance of flavor! Most amazing views from a restaurant anywhere this side of Todos Santos! Margaritas were tasty and generous. Best place we have eaten in Cabo Pulmo!

    The water right outside the restaurant.
    Carolyn P.

    I would give this restaurant 5 stars just for its view! But it's food is so good too. I had the fish tacos and fresh limonada (a natural fruit drink made from limes) which was so good! The turquoise water is so beautiful that it enhances the taste of your food. The sea air must add some savory flavor. The staff were all so nice. They patiently waited while I ordered in very imperfect Spanish, and they returned with everything I ordered, including a glass of agua minerale. It's another "must" of Cabo Pulmo!

    Blackened Tuna

    I went here during my Baja California trip for seaside activities. Cabo Pulmo is a small town with not many dining options - I believe this restaurant was the only one. This was an incidental lunch out of necessity (since we wouldn't be eating for a while and doing some water activities later) that happened to be one of the best meals I had on the trip! The blackened tuna was amazing. Easily some of the best fish I have ever had. It was so simple yet delicious and fresh - owning to the quality of the fish, which the preparation and rub highlighted. The fish tacos were good too. crispy and fresh. Service friendly, price super reasonable, under 400 pesos for the whole meal including service. Portions and sides perfect for a lunch and the food sat well for all the movement we did later! I remember using the restroom here as well as one of the only places to privately change into my wetsuit, they were clean.

    David K.

    Ate here for every single meal in 24 hours (total 3 meals; 2 lunches & 1 dinner). Location can't be beat; it's RIGHT on the beach. Food is totally solid and service is decent! Without trying any of the other 4 joints in town, I'd say this is THE spot to go to for the quintessential Cabo Pulmo dining experience and right on the waters edge.

    Megan N.

    I give 5 star to this restaurant because if I ever go back to Pulmo I will be going to this place. This place uses fresh fish, the salad was great, calamari was made to perfection and the sauce was of course hot (yummy). We had fish taco, prawn and chicken strip dish. If I had this food at another place probably I would give it 3++ but the view completed this place for me. We walked back to our bungalow in total darkness, the starry night was an event of its own.

    View from our table

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    Food was alright, but took almost 45 minutes to come out. Kinda over priced version of nearby tacos and beer which is much better.

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    Review Highlights - La Palapa

    The food was great, the service was fantastic, the process were good, and the ocean view was incredible.

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    La Lupita Taco & Mezcal

    La Lupita Taco & Mezcal

    4.5(932 reviews)
    49.8 km
    $$$

    Went there for a late lunch. It was not very busy. Service was very prompt and friendly…read more Food was excellent, including some great vegetarian options. They even offered us some complimentary chips and a variety of fresh and tasty salsas. The cactus tacos and guacamole was also nice. They had nice decor and wall artwork that added to the charm. Would recommend stopping by for a taco or two if you're in the area.

    Wow! What a great experience we had at La Lupita Taco and Mezcal…read more This is a taco place. Don't expect any else on the menu except soup & salad and a couple of apps & sides. There is an indoor area or outside courtyard you can choose from. We had the pleasure of working with several Staff members including our main waiter, Marco as well as Ivan and Miriam. They were all so fun and attentive. They brought us a small serving of soup as an appetizer. My husband had a taste of the tortilla broth which had a little kick to it and I had the bean soup. Both were a nice sampling of the soup they offered. We ordered the chips & huac to start. The chips were thick and crispy. The guacamole tasted super fresh and bright. Now, the tacos are some of the best tacos we've ever eaten in MX or the US. The creativity and variety of toppings were outstanding. I really enjoyed the EL TAKESHI 190MX Rib Eye, Sesame, Hoisin, Ginger, Chives, Crispy Shallots, Flour tortilla. The meat was cooked perfectly and the flavor they developed was delicious. I also ordered the MEXICAN FLANK STEAK $150MX. Fresh Chiapas Cheese , Arugula, Crispy Leek & Potato, Macha Sauce, Yellow Corn tortillas. All these flavors worked so well together. One of the tastiest tacos they have on the menu is a cheese based tortilla taco called CHEESE CRUST PASTOR $100MX. Talk about a flavor bomb. Marinated Pork, Asadero Cheese Crust, Cilantro, Onion, Pineapple. My husband also ordered the CHIPOTLE SHRIMP $165MX. Shrimp, Chipotle Cream, fried parsley, flour tortilla. He loved it. For my Arizona friends, they will be opening a Scottsdale location in 2027. I can wait. Add this to your must try restaurants. Also, they just opened a location in Dallas Texas.

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    La Lupita Taco & Mezcal - Choices of sauces

    Choices of sauces

    La Lupita Taco & Mezcal - My fave-yucatan paunches

    My fave-yucatan paunches

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    Tacos el Poblano - Guacamole

    Tacos el Poblano

    4.9(73 reviews)
    81.3 km

    We ordered a few different tacos, frijoles charro, and guacamole. The shrimp tacos was hands down…read moreour favorite. Pastor was second, and the suavadero y cabeza was a no-go for me. Their poblano salsa and their guacamole were perfect.

    I have heard that Tacos el Poblano is one of the two top taco joints in town and is the perfect…read morespot for your classic Al pastor taco. Stopped by for a quick bite to find a no frills environment with ample seating and great service. The place is very clean and the side vegetables provided for just a few tacos are quite generous. Ordered 3 tacos and here's their ranking from my most to least favorite: - Grilled shrimp: shrimp tastes properly grilled with a nice charred flavor and there's a generous portion of shrimp on the taco. - Al pastor: very flavorful and the ingredients all mix well together with the soft cut of pork. - Asada: lots of carne asada to go around, but the meat was slightly tougher than the pork in the Al pastor taco. Note that all tacos come with a generous serving of guacamole, which is certainly a huge plus for the establishment! You also get to have a personal serving of cucumbers, radishes, lime, and a green chili sauce to go hand in hand with your tacos and you can go up to the front to fix yourself a side plate of some grilled sweet and spicy peppers, which were truly perfect. There's a fridge with lots of soda options available. The lemon Fresca was quite refreshing on a warm sunny day.

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    Tacos el Poblano - Tacos al pastore, with tons of red hot meat and fresh guacamole.

    Tacos al pastore, with tons of red hot meat and fresh guacamole.

    Tacos el Poblano - Front of restaurant

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    Hierbabuena - Mahi mahi with veggies

    Hierbabuena

    4.9(165 reviews)
    77.4 km
    $$

    If decided to come to the Pescadero area to explore, El Cerrito is a great spot. An hour drive from…read moreCabo's congestion. Be prepared for unpaved streets and bare bone construction sites. Drive carefully and use a navigation app because the roads off the highway are not well signed or lit. It's totally safe. I know what you're thinking...who needs a farm to table restaurant? Hierbabuena is so much more than a concept. Everything is crafted with the freshest and locally grown produce. If you're looking for cheap eats, there's a lot of options. If you need something special and aimed at great ingredients, this is the spot. Service is kind, knowledgeable, and prepared to give you recommendations. You're tucked away in a garden oasis, with incredible nourishment. There are many flowers, birds, and a great playlist. The meal started with a gratis tiny cup of tasty butternut squash soup. I requested a chicory salad because when is chicory a menu star? It's no surprise that this salad was good. The leaves were dotted with tangy goat cheese and gems of pomegranate seeds. Chicory was the star. I had the fish tacos, three dressed in adobo seasoning, a recommendation over the grilled sea bass special. The plate had three small spoons filled with guac, salsa verde, and the most incredible salsa macha. The salsa macha had notes of chocolate that paired well with the adobo seasoned fish. Don't miss this! The chile relleno was filled with quinoa and veggies, plated on top of two sauces. The flavors were really tasty and I appreciated the thoughtful vegetarian option that highlighted seasonal flavors. I walked in knowing I wanted cheesecake for dessert but then learned a favorite was their flan. I switched with no regrets. This flan was better and nothing like anything I've had before. If you like flan and love coconut, this is for you. The cocktails were so good. The martini was different, I loved this passion fruit margarita, the watermelon juice with tequila was refreshing, and they had great local beer options. I was very happy with this lovely meal. Service was wonderful. Please tip your servers; cash is preferred. They work hard and make all the efforts for a memorable meal.

    One of THE BEST restaurants ever. The food is fresh, delicious and outstanding. The service was…read moregood and the place is well designed. It has a casual feel, which mixes nicely with the dirt roads and nearby beaches. 100% recommend!

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    Hierbabuena - Photo by Natasha Lee

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    La Palapa - mexican - Updated June 2026

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