This review is about La Mariskeña at Plaza Mayor---…read more La Mariskeña operates on an entirely different level. First, the location. After doing some shopping at the mall, the restaurant is just one minute away--convenient, accessible, and perfect for a spontaneous meal. Even without a reservation, we were seated immediately. The view from inside the restaurant is impressive and adds so much to the experience. Second, the staff. The service is exceptional. The team is attentive, fast, kind, and truly knowledgeable about their menu. Wanting to try something new, I ordered a shrimp cocktail I had never tasted before, La Fiera. After giving it two or three tries, I realized it wasn't for me. I asked our waiter if I could change my order, and he kindly checked with the manager. They happily agreed. Moments later, the manager, Paco--a very likable and friendly man--introduced himself, cleared our table, and even prepared our carajillos. Emiliano, our waiter, was outstanding from start to finish. Third, the food. It is simply out of this world. If it fits within the word "seafood," they probably have it here. We ordered the seafood soup, a traditional shrimp cocktail, and both octopus and fried shrimp. Every dish was superb. A quick warning: their salsas are extremely hot--delicious, but proceed with caution! I highly recommend La Mariskeña and fully intend to visit again in the future.

Loved this place when I visited a few years ago. Good food and good prices. Fresh seafood and the…read morelady was making fresh tortillas! I'd be back.

Lovely ambiance. The plpace is covered in interesting art. Even the place settings were beautiful…read more (The plates they took away before actually serving us. I think they were just for show. But a nice detail.) The menu is varied. I had BBQ ribs, and my wife had a pork chop. Both were delicious. Also had a limonada, and my wife a pinot grigio. Highly recommended.

Amazing flavors, unique dishes, all very fresh. Very attentive servers, and authentic decor.read more

This place was pretty good. Service was quick and friendly. The place was cute and had outdoor…read moreseating, lots of people dining here. I got the fish tacos and it wasn't really what I expected but they were still good. My friend got the shrimp tacos and she loved hers.

Are you a seafood lover? If so, if you are looking for a place to eat check out this spot…read more Definitely THE BEST restaurant here in Guanajuato. Everything here is FRESHLY MADE (they buy everything the DAY of). La Vela didn't disappoint. Reasonably priced, great services, and lively atmosphere (their music taste is stupendous). Bring plenty of cash because you will want to check out their whole menus. But seriously, bring cash since it's cash only. Also, don't forget to ask them about their 3 house salsa (red, yellow, and green).

Los Campos is a highly rated restaurant in Guanajuato. We decided to visit for dinner only to…read morediscover it was only us as diners. Normally, this would cause a red flag but perhaps it was early or an off night. Los Campos is located on the south-eastern side of Centro Historico district and is an easy walk from Jardin de la Union. What drew us to Los Campos was the referenced diversity of their menu. My companion eats chicken and fish, while I am a vegan and plant-based. Their menu has multiple vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. While the flavors were pretty good, it was the plate presentation that was exceptional and we both felt that Los Campos was a little too pretentious for us. I was limited to order the Chaminones con Mezcal. Mushrooms flambeed in Mezcal with orange zest and dried chile. My wife, although not excited to try, did have the Burrito de Cerdo Ahumado en Salsa Colorado. It wasn't that Los Campos was too fancy, it was more like we, as diners, were more comfortable in other settings. We would suspect that diners from the United States or from Europe would fall in love with the avant-garde interiors and plate presentations. From all accounts, that all seems to be true, it's just our style. Our food was good and was plated expertly and I don't have any issues recommending Los Campos for a romantic dinner out for a couple.

We really enjoyed Los Campos. Good food, good service, good drinks. Would definitely eat here…read moreagain. The cheese plate was bomb-ass. My only regret was not ordering the steak fillet. Next time.

Located in the heart of Guanajuato, Casa Valadez is a gem hiding in plain sight. Even on a busy…read moreSunday afternoon with no reservation, we were seated within minutes--already a pleasant surprise. We were fortunate enough to get a window table with a perfect view of the iconic Teatro Juárez. What a treat! The moment I tasted their tortilla soup, I was transported back in time. I first tried it twenty-five years ago, and with the very first spoonful, memories flooded back. It is still just as rich, comforting, and absolutely worth trying. Our party of three ordered the Menú del Día for only 300 pesos, which included an entrée, a first and second course, and a choice of coffee or dessert. Oh my goodness--the quality was outstanding. From the careful presentation of every dish, to the exceptional flavor, spotless restrooms, gracious staff, and unbeatable location, Casa Valadez easily earns five stars from me. If you're visiting Guanajuato, this restaurant is a must. Bonus: Their wine selection is surprisingly extensive!

Richly decorated dining room for flame-grilled tomahawk steaks & brunch with champagne cocktails…read more We came just an hour before closing but we were welcomed with a smile and friendly approach. Everyone was super nice and the manager wanted us to be comfortable so let us chose any table we wanted and offer some suggestions on the menu and drinks. Needless to say the experience was incredible and the food was delicious. Casa Valadez in Guanajuato is a well-known restaurant, not a historical building with a documented history. It's known for its excellent Mexican cuisine and is a popular dining spot in the city's historic center, particularly near the Jardin de la Union. While the restaurant doesn't have a long, documented history like some of the city's landmarks, it's a place where visitors can experience local culinary traditions in a vibrant, historic setting. Here's a bit more about Casa Valadez and its context within Guanajuato: Restaurant is not a historical site: It's important to clarify that Casa Valadez is a restaurant, not a historic house or building with a known history of its own, according to Evendo and Elyse Jessica Glickman. Culinary Destination: Casa Valadez is celebrated for its Mexican cuisine, offering both traditional dishes and modern interpretations with a focus on local ingredients. Location in the Historic Center: . The restaurant is situated in the heart of Guanajuato, near the Jardin de la Union, a central plaza, and is surrounded by the city's historic architecture. Not a Historical Landmark: . While Guanajuato itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site with a rich history, particularly related to silver mining, Casa Valadez is a contemporary establishment within the historic area. I highly recommend so you can thank me later :)

Came here for breakfast on our last day in town. This is a lovely rooftop restaurant, part of a…read morelocal hotel, that whips up an amazing breakfast! Walk right into the lobby and the front desk will radio up to announce your arrival (or figure out if there's space up there for you). Then walk up a couple flights of stairs to the open air rooftop terrace. They have menus in both English and Spanish, both paper and QR. They will set you up with the wifi password if you ask. A breakfast set comes with fruit, a baby pancake, coffee and juice, and your choice of entree. My partner had pork chilaquiles in red sauce - it was really tasty; if you like meat, that's an option to try. I had the tortilla espanola with goat cheese and caramelized onion; this is a Spanish-style potato and egg omelette/casserole. It was downright dang amazing! It was a hefty portion and I had them pack my leftover for me to take to the airport afterwards because no way was I wasting a crumb of that!!! The with a side salad that came with it was an after thought. Our waiter and his colleague were good and attentive. Really enjoyable breakfast. P.S. the leftovers were eaten at the BJX airport with plastic forks from airport burger place. I was still drooling over it at the airport. If you come for breakfast, definitely try the tortilla espanola - queso de cabra y cebollas caramelizada!

The place has Amazing service and the food is absolutely exceptional!!! Probably the best place to…read moreeat in Guanajuato. You are assured to have a Fantastic experience.

One of Guanajuato's best gourmet restaurants. Beautiful flavorful food. We order the Pulpo a las…read moreBrasas. Let me tell you it was amazing. I usually add lemon to my seafood but this dish didn't need it.

I really wanted to give this place a better rating but frankly the food just wasn't good. We were…read morethere on a Saturday late evening and had hoped for paella but they were out. So we went with what the waitress recommended - clam pasta and steak. The pasta was mushy, over cooked and had no flavor. Clams seemed to have a shell without the clams in it, hmmm. Steak was drenched in a sauce that tasted like it came out of a bottle. We had the fried provolone for appetizer which was decent, probably the best part of the entire meal. Service was mediocre. I was hoping for a better experience as this was my one dinner in Guanajuato, unfortunately my meal didn't live up to the other reviews

Perhaps a hard place to find if you don't have a native friend, but I did :-)…read more Top-notch food and wine with a great view. Every dish was divine, and the wine selection was great.

I had such high hopes for this place. I'd read many good reviews about the food and atmosphere, and…read morethe photos of their specialties were mouth-watering. Unfortunately, for us anyway, they didn't live up to their promise. It's a fairly long taxi ride to get to. People talk about the "amazing views," but only a couple of tables can see them, and they are not at all amazing. Just a jumble of houses and utility wires with some hills in the background. The restaurant itself is very charming and warm, and the staff is polished and welcoming. Things started off well with the nopale appetizer, a very delicate but umami-infused dish. But then the main courses were very disappointing. I had the sous vide beef short ribs with a tlilchili sauce on a bed of a few black beans and red onions. Sounds great, doesn't it? I was expecting "fall-off-the-bone" short ribs. Instead I got a dried-out chunk of meat that I could barely cut with a knife. Terrible. I could only eat part of it. My partner ordered a chicken dish that was bland and also a bit dry. We both ended up leaving half of our entrees - which we never do. We were still so hungry, we had to get tacos from a stand by our hotel afterwards. Not worth the effort or the price in my opinion - such a let down.