I dined here on Valentines day last month with my granddaughter and her partner. It was packed but…read morewe managed to get a table right away. The hostess was nice and got us in the door. She was walking us a little towards the back, but since it was my first time to Isla, I wanted to people-watch, so I asked about a table up front. As soon as we headed over, I saw why she passed it - it was right next to the saxophone player! Thank goodness his volume level was perfect! Just loud enough to be heard over the crowds walking down the 'lane' out front and the restaurant diners' chatting. But not so loud that we 3 couldn't chat. We loved it! Now these two can EAT - and love to try everything on the menu, whereas I tend to eat smaller portions. I ordered the shrimp tacos and they were fantastic - huge pieces of shrimp, so good! The lobster mac n cheese is so good, I would have loved to bring a big container of it home with me! The restaurant is very busy but very clean and tables are well organized for maneuvering a quick trip to the restroom before leaving. Our server, Maylen was attentive and pleasant. The bar area, facing the street, looked like a lot of fun, I'll have to try it next time!

There was a saxophone player while I was there. I tried the chicken tacos. They were good. There…read morewas a table with a birthday there and the staff brought a dessert with a sparkler on it. And the saxophone player walked up to them played for them. That looked pretty nice. We sat next to the bar and there were some obnoxious gringos at the bar while we were there... which is common on the north side of the island.

Traveling to Isla Mujeres in early February 2026, we wanted to try Rosa Sirena's for dinner based…read moreon the many good reviews we had read. A reservation was easy to obtain via email and we were all set for a sunset, evening meal. We were warmly welcomed and promptly seated. The service was impeccable, the atmosphere pleasant with an acoustic duo playing mellow tunes in the background. Honestly, we were a little disappointed with the view that most reviews rave about. Our sever was knowledgeable and made several suggestions. We selected the Pepita Crusted Tuna for a starter, my companion had the fresh catch which was grouper, blackened with a side of the peanut sauce. I chose the Surf and Turf. For dessert, we shared the Key Lime Pie. Everything was beautifully presented, and quite artistic. The tuna appetizer was very good, but the main courses were frankly a disappointment. The creativity of the plate did not make up for the lackluster food. The steak was tough and poorly seasoned, the lobster was just passable but also chewy and not tender. The fish was not as well cooked as other restaurants downtown and again the seasoning was lackluster. The sides, lentils and mashed potatoes were just ok. The homemade Key Lime Pie was enjoyable but again seemed to lack a depth of flavor. If the food could match the service, presentation, and atmosphere then perhaps this could be one of Isla's better dining establishments, until then "the juice was not worth the squeeze."

The owners are extremely nice. She was very communicative through Facebook messenger when trying to…read moremake a reservation. There was live music which was very nice for the ambiance and the sunset. The bartender was really friendly and knowledgeable. Complimentary jalapeño bread ball was a nice touch. The pozole presentation was really nice and tasted good. The drunken shrimp presentation had a nice touch with the rosemary lit on fire, but felt it was a little lacking in flavor. The steak arrachera was really good with great smoked flavor. I would recommend checking out this little hidden gem when in the area.

Don't be fooled by Xantolo's location and Touristy perception. A local recommended it to us and he…read morewas spot on. Best dinner for us in Mexico on our entire trip. Service was a little slower and prices were a little higher but we did not mind. As it turned out, we were in for quite the night. Every dish was flavorful and better than the next. Their Mezcal Ceviche is not to be missed and their Carne Asada was the best we've had by far. The corn bread is also one of the most unique deserts we have ever had and the bonus on top, was the free live music we were serenaded with. We ended up staying over 2 hours to eat, drink, and listen to great music, people watch, and soak in a true vacation.

Food was as good as it looked. Ambiance with live music! Wonderful atmosphere . The NBA was on…read moretwo TVs. Then soccer (Mexico's) football.

Excellent service, incredibly generous portions, and fair prices. Very low key, relaxed and…read moreunpretentious. Perfect place to grab some tasty tacos. Helpful to note, if you do not handle spice well, be sure to ask for plain tacos. The slaw they put on the tacos, while delicious, is fairly spicy.

Excellent service, air condition, and always amazing fish tacos. Will be back soon for more tacos…read morefor sure!

Best real Mexican on the north side of the island. It's a tiny restaurant with no frills like the…read morebig tourist traps but the FOOD is amazing. Order the lobster, it's worth it. The breaded fish is also another great option!

They have the best enchiladas I've ever had. Service is great. You can't go wrong with anything on…read moretheir menu.

We had the aguachile, shrimp tacos, and coconut pancakes to share. The aguachile was absolutely…read morefresh and delicious. The shrimp tacos were the biggest, juiciest shrimp tacos I ever had. I was a little full for the coconut pancakes at the end but tried to eat as much as I could stuff myself, because they were perfect. Sweet but not too sweet, a little crisp and came with some fresh fruits. The server was so helpful, we were actually going to order another dish but he told us it would be too much food. He was right! The portions were huge and I appreciate that he told us in advance. You can eat upstairs or downstairs, we ate upstairs and I loved the ambiance from up there. Would highly recommend for brunch or lunch in Isla Mujeres.

Just as we remembered Mango from 2014, it is the best breakfast place in all of Isla, possibly…read moreMexico. It's a small nicely decorated restaurant. Everything on their menu is cooked fresh to order and incredibly tasty. The only drawback back is how busy it has gotten over the years, but their service and quality have not suffered.

I loved my breakfast here. It's along a busy street so it has a buzz; but tucked inside of the cute…read morepatio oasis in the shade, but with dappled sunlight, you can hear the birds singing and the local music is a vibe. I got the French toast for breakfast and it was muy bueno. Soft bread soaked in egg and milk and sugar was like a breakfast custard. The fruit was fresh and sweet paired with hot, salty crispy, bacon And my coconut latte was pure delight. I'll be back!

Amazing atmosphere, friendly and attentive staff, killer plants everywhere, and the food was so…read morefresh! I will be coming back soon.

Very nice night!! We were accepted super last minute the night before Christmas for 8. Only 6…read moreshowed & we accepted the terrace. Only complaint was the loud metal plate out front. Clanking all evening But not their fault. The food made it worth it! We truly enjoyed all the food, ever we had was absolutely amazing!! The bread was a treat and nice & light. The best night for a holiday dinner. Thank you!!!

Just a really good restaurant. Not excellent, but very good. All of the food was really good…read more Service was good. The place was really small and very hot. Bathroom was like the size of an elevator. Very tight quarters to say the least. But overall I would definitely go back!

What a fantastic find! This tiny little restaurant is literally in a family's home. Upstairs is the…read moresmall seating area and you truly feel like you are being fed at family or friend's house. They have a nice menu and everything we had was fresh and cooked to order.

Chill local place for seafood & drinks. Friendly owner & waitress. We came after the rain so there…read morewas no one for quite a while, had the whole place to ourselves!

Off the beaten path and 100% worth it! My husband and I could not decide what to eat so we got the…read moreBasto's plate for two and added a side of rice. Fantastico! This might be my favorite meal on the island.

Really great food. I had the best quesadilla I've ever eaten. I don't think I'll order another…read morequesadilla at any other place now, because I'll just be disappointed. My wife had the chicken with the mole sauce, and that was also delicious. This little restaurant is a hidden gem.