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    Metate

    4.7 (414 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndMexican, Seafood, Steakhouses
    Open • 9:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Emily B.

    Our cooking class at Metate was truly one of the highlights of our trip! From beginning to end, the entire experience was absolutely incredible. Chef Pedro made the class so much fun--he was engaging, knowledgeable, hilarious, and made everyone feel completely at home. This wasn't just a cooking class; it was a full experience filled with amazing food, delicious drinks, laughter, and a wonderful appreciation for Mexican cuisine and culture. Everything we prepared and tasted was fantastic, and the drinks were just as memorable. The atmosphere, the people, the food--every detail made the experience feel special. If you're visiting Cabo and looking for something unique and memorable to do, book this cooking class! We absolutely loved it and would recommend it to anyone. Come hungry, ready to learn, laugh, drink, and eat incredibly well. We would do it again in a heartbeat!

    Kyle R.

    The food, drinks and atmosphere were all amazing. Joel & his partner's service were above and beyond. Dice, the dog, was walking around the whole time checking in with everyone to make sure people were enjoying their dinner. Highly recommend!

    Diana B.

    A perfect dinner for my last night in Cabo. The aesthetic is so beautiful and the food was 10/10. Joel was my waiter and he, as well as the rest of the staff were incredibly attentive. I had the tacos de pulpo and guac with chicharrones :)

    Best meal we had in Cabo! Metate was absolutely amazing! The restaurant is beautiful, the service was fantastic, and the food was incredible. Our server, Joel, was wonderful and really helpful with recommendations. Two of us ordered the Santa Pesca, featuring red snapper as the fish of the day. We also tried the Michoacano El Muchacho (pork shank) and the soft shell taco. Everything was delicious! For dessert, we went a little overboard and shared the sweet corn bread, Metate flan, blue-corn ice cream, popcorn ice cream, and chocolate sorbet. Way too much food, but so worth it! Metate was hands down our favorite meal in Cabo. Between the beautiful atmosphere, wonderful service, and amazing food, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend!

    Prosecco (served warm) + mezcal cocktail with sprinkles on the side
    Leah K.

    Service 5 stars / Food 3 stars / Drinks 1 star We came to Metate Cabo after seeing their Michelin recognition and really wanted to love it. The service was genuinely excellent -- warm, attentive, and everyone tried very hard to create a great experience. The atmosphere is also super cute with great music, rustic tapestry charm, and live sax throughout the evening. Unfortunately, the food and drinks just missed the mark for us. Every cocktail we ordered was overly sweet despite being told no sweetener was used. One even came with sprinkles on the side. The rustic salad was okay overall, but again very sweet between the dressing and lychee. The grilled octopus was honestly one of the worst we've had -- served cold despite being charcoal grilled, very gummy texture, and sitting on an overly sugary date puree that tasted like straight brown sugar. The tacos were definitely the highlight (especially the steak taco), and the veggies/tortillas were fine. Other tables seemed to really enjoy dishes like the ceviche, corn, and short rib, so maybe we simply ordered wrong. But overall we left feeling like we'd consumed a pound of sugar and probably wouldn't return.

    Leo L.

    Found this restaurant on Michelin Guide and decided to stop by and have a try. The food was very good. The service was very professional and tentative. But, while we were eating there were A LOT of flies around us. The waiters brought those little fans to fend them off, but It was honestly very gross and we felt like we were competing with the flies and were rushing to finish all the food. While I understand this is an outdoor restaurant and this might be a force beyond their control, I personally did not have a good time dining here. It was very disappointing.

    Karen S.

    After a long day of travel, we were very happy to land a table at Metate. The maître d' seemed concerned when we didn't have a reservation, but still found us a table. It felt a bit like a show, especially since it was early. We were glad to sit in the beautiful courtyard and enjoy the tropical breeze. We ordered the guacamole, elote, and salad, and everything was amazing. They don't have a kids' menu, so my son tried the blackened fish tacos. The charred flavor was a bit mature for him, but he was hungry, and the popcorn ice cream afterward helped. Metate offers excellent service, gorgeous surroundings, and American prices!

    Sweet corn bread with blue corn ice cream
    C And A.

    Absolutely delicious! The octopus tacos were to die for. The service is outstanding. Joel was really great and made our night truly special.

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    Marlynn S.

    Metate was one of the best dining experiences we have had in Cabo! I love Metate. The ambience, the service, the food, the drinks. Everything from beginning to end was absolutely incredible. This restaurant is definitely worthy of its Michelin guide recommendation! Service here runs smoothly, efficiently, and with kindness and grace. The wine list is fantastic, especially if you are looking to try more Mexican wines like we were. And the cocktails are divine. I loved my passionfruit margarita. Everything we ordered for dinner was almost perfectly executed. From the baja tacos to start, to our entrees of seafood risotto and steak, to the dessert. We loved every. single. bite. All of it! The space itself is gorgeous. It's tucked away on a sandy street off the main highway, and you enter into this beautiful oasis with large light-filled trees. It's a spacious restaurant and bar, and there was lovely live music that was just the right level so we could still enjoy our conversation. I highly recommend making a reservation for Metate when you are in Cabo San Lucas. I cannot wait to go back!!

    David G.

    My friend is a Michelin star whore..... If she sees a place rated by the aforementioned ...she has to go. And you know what....she was right. We did the Metate cooking dinner...and while you dont cook everything. It was a blast. We made cocktails, Tortillas, empanadas, and Ceviche For $75 it was a fun evening. I would come back.

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    Great food, solid service. Cute puppies! Too many flies at dusk. Definitely come for lunch or after sunset.

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    Food and drinks were spectacular. Service w Joel was friendly and fun. Highly recommend!

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    Wonderful restaurant in Cabo. highly recommend the beef rib tacos and the Jorge negrete mezcal cocktail.

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    Delicious. Everything was great. Can't go wrong with anything. Staff was super nice as well.

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    Beautiful atmosphere and excellent menu! Must order the corn appetizer and the short rib. Fabulous service, too.

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    The food is amazing, the staff is great and the atmosphere is a can't miss. Try the blue corn ice cream.

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    Great service by our server Joe. Food was excellent. Get the seabass or lobster. Ambiance was great. Say hello to the restaurant dog daddos.

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    I did not know Cabo could serve food like this. every dish was amazing. Joel's service was extraordinary.

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    Los Tres Gallos - Strip steak was fire 5/5

    Los Tres Gallos

    4.3(652 reviews)
    2.5 km
    •$$$

    I love this spot. Amazing service, ambiance, and cuisine…read more Their Flan is SO GOOD. Literally the best I have ever had. If I lived in Cabo I would come here and get the Flan at least once a week. I also want to give a special shout out to Ian for his amazing service. If you are in Cabo you can't go wrong with Los Tres Gallos

    If you're looking for an unforgettable dinner in Cabo, Los Tres Gallos is a must-visit! From the…read moremoment you walk in, you're greeted by a stunning courtyard filled with charm and authentic Mexican ambiance. The live mariachi band was incredibly talented and created the perfect atmosphere for the evening. The staff was welcoming, fun, and professional, making us feel like valued guests from start to finish. Their recommendation to order the appetizer sampler was spot on--the fundido, quesadilla, empanadas, and sopes were all fantastic and perfect for sharing. The carnitas were unbelievably tender and full of flavor, while the sea bass had everyone at the table raving. And just when we thought it couldn't get any better, dessert stole the show! The flan was silky smooth, the churros were warm and crispy, and the tres leches tequila cake was an absolute must-try. To top it all off, the cocktails were creative, beautifully presented, and just as delicious as the food. Los Tres Gallos delivered an incredible dining experience with amazing food, outstanding service, and an atmosphere that truly captures the spirit of Cabo. We can't wait to come back!

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    La Lupita

    La Lupita

    4.6(332 reviews)
    2.3 km

    On our anniversary cruise and docked in Cabo for the day. Of course we were in search of the best…read morefood. Walking in felt like an open concept casita. Very warm and inviting. No roof, string lighting and decor, a tree in the middle of the courtyard. Bar on one side. Covered dining tables on the other. Showed up at the perfect time. In between the lunch and dinner rush. Extremely friendly and attentive staff with expert knowledge of the menu and fabulous suggestions. What we ordered: - Peruvian Ceviche (fresh catch of the day) - Shrimp Chipotle - El Takeshi - Al pastor in fried cheese shell - Bone Marrow taco was hands down thee best! My mouth is watering just recalling the melt in your mouth, buttery deliciousness of the marrow sitting on top. Loved the salsa sampler they brought to the table. The depths of flavor and heat were a fabulous compliment to the food. I've seen mixed reviews about La Lupita. I happen to agree with the most positive recounts. Every single staff member from the host to the waiters to the other servers walking around were extremely friendly and helpful. Overall A+ experience. Drinks and food were delicious. And we truly enjoyed ourselves. Will be back on a return trip!

    Fun spot for unique / creative tacos and good vibes! I really enjoyed some of the tacos, but there…read morewere also a few misses as well. We kicked off our dinner with a complimentary cup of broth which was delicious and very umami. Then we got the crunchy volcano off of the appetizer menu plus a variety of tacos: santo pastor, cheese crust pastor, Nayarit style fish, duck with mole, and beef fillet & bone marrow. Out of everything we tried, the beef fillet & bone marrow was a definite highlight -- the addition of the bone marrow adds so much richness and flavor! Other than that, I did enjoy the crunchy volcano tostada and both of the pastor tacos, plus my husband absolutely LOVED the cheese crust pastor! The biggest miss in my opinion was the duck with mole, as I wasn't a huge fan of the hibiscus compote it comes with... After we had our fill of tacos, we ended our dinner with the flan. It was good but the texture was more akin to that of a cheesecake than a typical flan (more dense). Overall it was nice to try the food here, but I did prefer the tacos at Tacos Gardenias!

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    La Lupita - Crunchy volcano

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    La Lupita - Tuna tacos on lettuce were incredible!!

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    Tuna tacos on lettuce were incredible!!

    El Peregrino - Rib Eye Steak

    El Peregrino

    4.8(639 reviews)
    2.9 km
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    While looking for another restaurant, we passed by El Peregrino which was quite busy. When we…read morediscovered our restaurant was closed for the day, we went back to EP and asked the manager if we could have a table for 5. In a short order, the friendly manager returned and told us it would be a few minutes. Once seated, we noticed the wonderful A/C and the specials of the day and the regular menu. When we spoke to a family outside, they said they preferred the regular menu so that's what we ordered from served family style. bread with cheese appetizer - complimentary Ceviche - 3 kinds Surf & Turf - beef filet and lobster tail Baja Fish Tacos Seabass Filet with Mushroom Risotto Cava Maciel Malbec - manager said he just got it in and it's from Valle de Guadalupe, paired well with the food we were eating Everyone liked the food and felt it was our best meal in Cabo. Our server was friendly and engaging.

    What a treat! There's nothing quite like a small, welcoming restaurant. The moment we walked in,…read morethe host greeted us with a warm smile and seated us right away. They offer daily specials at very reasonable prices. I ordered the octopus, and it was to die for perfectly cooked and incredibly tender. It was served over roasted vegetables with a side of rice. Sometimes, simple food prepared the right way can be just as satisfying as anything you'd find at a gourmet restaurant. The restaurant has an Argentine flair, with several tempting meat dishes on the menu. The daily special that day was a 12-hour roasted pork shank that looked absolutely mouthwatering, but I opted for the octopus instead and I'm glad I did. Everything was delicious, and I'll definitely be coming back to try some of their other dishes

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    El Peregrino - Before the restaurant got packed and two tables of tourists

    Before the restaurant got packed and two tables of tourists

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    Baja fish tacos

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    Edith's - Lobster Taquitos

    Edith's

    4.2(700 reviews)
    2.5 km
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    Edith's is a magical place. We enjoyed our meal, which started with a vegetarian ceviche because…read moreI'm allergic to shrimp. We only mentioned that I was allergic, and the staff adjusted the appetizer (which was delicious) to my needs. Dinner was fabulous. I got the fish of the day while my non-allergic husband indulged his shrimp obsession. Finally dessert -- a corn tamale which may not sound decadent, but it was. One of the best I've had in quite some time! Worth a splurge! Look, this isn't the Cabo of 20 years ago; prices have gone up because it's a quick flight from uber-expensive California. But the value lies in the ambiance, the service, and the delicious menu. While we were there, a vacationer who has been coming for decades sat down with a party of his friends. The staff was so happy to serve them. They made us feel just as special, particularly when the mariachi serenaded us.

    Everyone seems to know about Edith's which is a common tourist spot. The ambiance is beautiful and…read morecolorful inside. A great spot for date night, family gathering, or a celebration. For the best pictures, I recommend going before it gets dark. The service was great. Plenty of servers and wait staff around. The food was overall good but a bit overpriced (about $50-100 per person). I do appreciate how they cook the protein fresh on the grill in front of the restaurant. The food was fresh. They include a complimentary bread plate and vegetarian tostada. I recommend ordering the Caesar salad which comes with a live preparation of the dressing and making of the salad table side. Because it's a tourist trap, be prepared with some cash to tip the performers who go around table to table singing your song of choice. Tip is expected.

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    Chefs Area inside

    Edith's - Baja Style Shrimp U-8

    Baja Style Shrimp U-8

    Edith's - Margarita on the Rocks of Course

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    Roasted Grill & Bar - 2lb lobster tail!! And the steak was amazing as well!

    Roasted Grill & Bar

    4.8(805 reviews)
    2.4 km
    •$$$

    Heard about this restaurant from a local and we were very impressed! One of our favorite nicer…read morerestaurants in Cabo. They have a well diverse menu - seafood, steak, pastas, & more and everything we tried was well executed. The surf and turf platter was the hit of the night. Waiter told us it was good for 4 and it was definitely that, with leftovers. We also tried a pasta pomodero and it was yummy with a little kick. The imperial shrimp are a must get if you like shrimp. These are bacon wrapped, jalapeno stuffed. Yum! I would also highly recommend the tampiquena steak - Mexican style steak with a chile relleno. Best starters were queso fundido (MUST GET!) and the caprese was also very fresh! My one draw back was the temperature, but I know that's hard to fix. We came in August and it was very very hot and muggy. But didn't change our thoughts on the restaurant overall. Just something to note.

    Because a cousin highly recommended this restaurant, I dined here with my party of 5. Let me set…read morethe atmosphere: low 90s, mid 60% humidity, and flies too numerous to count. While there were fans and a covered dining area, this was no match for the uncomfortable August weather and ubiquitous flies. In the center of the dining area is a beautiful tree, but beware of the birds pooping on your table or worse, your food. To make the best of our situation, Marco and his servers set out table fans and I asked for extra cloth napkins to be placed over our food. Complimentary Bread Rolls with herbed butter Sea & Earth BBQ Ribs Octopus Sea Bass - was not "to die for" as cousin advertised Asparagus Beer Margarita 2 complimentary desserts - cheesecake + gelatin flan over chocolate cake complimentary 5 Perros Tequila shots for everyone While we all enjoyed our food, I wouldn't consider it outstanding and the flies, heat, and humidity made for a miserable experience despite complimentary desserts and Tequila shots. However, service was great and Marco did his best to make the most of our less than stellar experience. Because we had an early 5:30p reservation, we were able to park in front of the restaurant.

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    Roasted Grill & Bar - Camarones ajo

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    Dinner for 2 with Flys

    Metate - mexican - Updated September 2026

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