If you're looking for an unforgettable setting, Sunset MonaLisa is hard to beat. The restaurant sits high above the ocean with panoramic views of the Sea of Cortez, the famous Cabo rock formations, and the waves crashing against the cliffs below. It's an incredible place to watch the sunset and enjoy the ambiance. The food was excellent, and every dish we ordered was flavorful and well prepared. The staff was genuinely kind and welcoming, and the live music created a relaxing, romantic atmosphere that made the evening feel special. The only drawback was the weather. The wind was relentless the night we visited, and it became uncomfortably cold. Even with multiple blankets, we spent most of dinner shivering, and the gusts were strong enough to knock items over throughout the restaurant. Despite that, I'm still glad we went. The scenery, food, service, and overall experience make it a memorable destination. If you plan to dine around sunset, I'd definitely recommend bringing a jacket or dressing warmer than you think you'll need. read more

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The view is spectacular but everything else is really bad. The drinks are overpriced ($37) and nothing exceptional, the menu forces you into a 3 or 5 course meal. We sent back half of our meals they were so bad. I'm talking rubbery scallops, soggy shrimp, bread that was just gross. Deserts barely edible. The bill was $350 (!!) after tip for two people. Service took 2.5 hours and we ordered fast. For that price you can go literally anywhere else and get way better food. Tik tok and IG posts are keeping this place afloat. If you do go, the pasta and filet were both decent and edible. Everything else we sent back. read more

OMG this place is STUNNING! ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! The views are breathtaking! The seranading... oh, that voice! I can still hear her sing through the spectacular sunset! AND she came to our table because we PAID attention to her and she appreciated our love for her voice. Service is exquisite and the food is almost at par with the pricing. There were some inconsistencies on the table from one person and another ordering the same short rib dish (portion size and temperature) - and this is where they dropped a star in my book. For food that wants to have a Michelin, and charges accordingly - then the food on the table HAS to be consistent throughout the meal and with each person on the table. That said, the food was delicious. And the deserts? OH YEA. Worth the price. But the kitchen has some homework to tend to... We did get suckered into "time share" so I know we will be back to Cabo, and hopefully nail a table with a view and PERFECT 1 star dining (without the wine pairing. I'm not a fan yet of Mexican wines). PS, coctails are UBER expensive! $45 - yes. And it is a culinary experience (not Duke's martini experience in London and more expensive, but still a culinary experience to be sipped and savored) I wish I could find my notes! It's taken me 2 months to finally get to writing the review! read more

After a pretty disappointing first experience at Sunset Mona Lisa last year, I honestly never expected to return. But to their credit, F&B GM Manuel Herrera personally reached out after my review, invited us back, and completely changed the experience for us. I really respect when a restaurant takes feedback seriously instead of getting defensive, and it says a lot that they genuinely wanted to make things right. Glad we gave it another chance! From the moment we arrived, the hospitality and attention to detail were noticeable. Manuel went out of his way to make our dinner feel special, and we appreciated meeting Hector as well. Service throughout the evening was attentive, thoughtful, and warm. And of course, the setting speaks for itself -- the sunset views over the Sea of Cortez are stunning. Highlights: * Focaccia: still amazing * Dairy-free rolls: addictive -- I had four * Bone marrow & yellowfin tuna: excellent balance of truffle without overpowering the dish * Pacific seafood: maybe our favorite course of the night. Beautiful hints of vanilla, and the octopus + scallop were cooked perfectly * Steak tartare: definitely an improvement from our last visit * Agnolotti del plum: somehow even better than last time. Huge win * Josper grill shrimp: insanely good with the mole (a swap from the tzatziki due to my dairy allergy)I practically licked the plate clean * Coconut sponge cake with berry caviar: unique, flavorful, and a great ending to the meal Only miss for us: * Kampachi: the one dish that fell a bit flat. Felt like it needed more acidity and salt read more

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what a lovely experience the other night (Mon 6/22) with server Daniel & his partner! first of all, the ocean view is amazing of course. Not only that, but the food was tasty & the service/experience was spectacular. The portions are small, do keep that in mind. Everything is so thought out for the diner's comfort-from the umbrellas to provide shade, to the live music. They offer a-la-carte menus, 3/5/7 course menus, & an extensive beverage menu. Only a 10 minute Lyft from our hotel in Medano beach too! read more

Sunset Monalisa - Lobster dish, salad appetizer - Mediterranean Near Me - Cabo San Lucas, BCS

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Sunset Monalisa in Cabo is straight out of a romantic movie. The view is unreal cliffs, the Arch, the ocean, and that sunset hitting just right. Best time to go is definitely sunset... trust me!!! The vibe is pure romance. Calm, elegant, intimate. Just being there already feels special. Food is delicious, drinks are on point, and everything tastes better when you're sitting in a place this beautiful. No wonder it's considered one of the most romantic restaurants in the world. Bonus tip: ask for the bottom table by the fireplace. That's the spot!! perfect view, perfect vibe. And if you have a drone, bring it... you'll get unreal shots and pictures that look like a movie scene. This place hits different. read more

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We had an amazing dinner at Sunset Monalisa and I am so thankful for the experience to have dined there. The food is excellent and the views and vibe of the entire restaurant just add to the incredible experience! Our waiters Edgar and Adrian did a wonderful job at making sure we were enjoying every moment!! Again, the food....wow!! Every bite, every detail was thought out and delicious!! The cocktails...while on the expensive side...amazing!! We loved the presentation of "Lust" and the taste was perfect! The sunset tribute with the conch shell was beautiful! I am going to remember this dining experience for a very long time! read more

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Celebrating our wedding anniversary at Sunset Monalisa was truly unforgettable. The view alone is worth the visit--easily one of the most breathtaking restaurant settings I've ever experienced, especially at sunset. The margaritas were perfectly balanced--tasty and refreshing, just what you want in Cabo. For my entrée, I had the braised short rib, which was incredibly tender and full of flavor. My wife ordered the Agnolotti del Plin and really enjoyed it, and she's still talking about the heirloom salad, saying it was probably the freshest salad she's ever had. Between the atmosphere, the food, the amazing service, and the overall experience, this place is a must for anyone visiting Cabo. We're already looking forward to our next trip back. read more

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Super beautiful view! But food was meh... over priced. My glass of wine was $61. Everything was very salty scallop was the only thing I really liked I guess we are paying for the view. It was a Good experience tho. read more

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Genuinely the worst service a person could receive when looking for a wonderful experience with a view. The supervisor wasn't flexible at all and wouldn't give our party any grace with our reservation . Those 5 minutes that we spend there said a lot of the establishment overall. read more

This place offers stunning view of the Pacific Ocean along with the Arch of Cabo San Lucas. The arch is a bit far out but definitely visible when the weather condition is good. We made reservation with the premium seating and received a table right next to the edge without any other table between us and the view. It was truly amazing. The service was good too as one would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. The food is more subjective. I think the food was fine, not bad nor amazing but fine. We had the 3 course tasting menu with another 6 course tasting menu. Most of the dishes were fine but the grilled octopus was disappointing. It was rather bland without much of char taste. Overall I think it is still worth a visit for the view. read more

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We had a great experience at this restaurant celebrating our 22nd wedding anniversary. The service we received was outstanding. We were checked upon by Jasmine and Manuel who ensured we had a great table. The 3 course meal was great and just right for us. The ambience and the overall atmosphere is a 10 out of 10. We will definitely be back here on our next trip to Cabo, I would recommend anyone to come here and enjoy the beautiful views and make sure you're here for sunset. The pricing is comparable to LA, however, the service and overall ambience is great. We were looked after by Adrian and he was awesome. read more

Sunset Monalisa - Mediterranean Near Me - Cabo San Lucas, BCS

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Sunset Monalisa is absolutely stunning--no doubt about it! The view is breathtaking and easily one of the best in Cabo, even though we visited during hurricane season. My husband made reservations, and the staff were very accommodating when we needed to change the date. The restaurant is incredibly romantic and truly feels like a special experience. We even watched a couple get engaged right next to us, and the server went above and beyond by helping record the moment and take photos. The food was spot on and definitely worth the price, especially when paired with the view. This isn't one of those expensive places with a great setting but bland food--everything from the vibe to the flavors was on point. An unforgettable experience! read more

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Amazing views. Locals seemed to come for the views, pictures, and drinks only. Next time would do the same. We were surprised to be able to make reservations on the day before. This weekend was mostly overcast and sometimes even raining and the weather cleared up so we got to see beautiful views. They even sat us at an oceanfront table, but the glass is quite opaque and you can't see through it if you're right next to it. As the sun was going down it was so cold that we needed to move inside. They do have some small blankets but it isn't enough for the cold and both a heater and blankets would have been nice. It felt a little bit sparse for a restaurant with four decades of history on prime real estate; we understand those parties with events get priority for blankets and stoves but there should be enough to go around. We ordered: Scallops: 5/5 decent and perfectly cooked! Oysters: 1/5 salty and overly doused in cheese or some other sauce. Only the oyster with 2 pieces of truffle would have been perfect! Red snapper: 0/5 triple the price of the one at the office and a third of the size. Beef ravioli: 3/5 this one is one of the better items to order, good meat to pasta ratio in the ravioli, also topped with truffles Australian wagyu (16oz): 1/5 a crazy size for one person, definitely shareable but that's pretty much the only upside to it. It was charred to a point of toughness beyond "well done" despite us asking for "medium," a disrespect to Wagyu. All around the table our favorite thing to eat was the mashed sweet potato. Everything was served somewhat cold. Overall I'm not even sure if this can be considered Mediterranean cuisine, because that would have dips and tzatziki and lots of vegetables. Overall this reminds me of the grand view restaurant in San Jose: nice for views but the food is not something I would pay for otherwise, but worse because you can't really see through the windows. Go for the drinks/bar instead and take lots of pictures! read more

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W-O-W!!! Stunning ocean views, incredible food, and truly friendly, attentive staff. The food is fresh, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious. Every detail felt thoughtful, and the experience was just as memorable as the sunset itself. read more

Sunset Monalisa - Espresso martini - YUM! - Mediterranean Near Me - Cabo San Lucas, BCS

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Absolutely loved my experience at Monalisa in Cabo San Lucas. The ambiance was beautiful, the view overlooking the water was unreal, and the overall atmosphere felt so romantic and upscale. The food completely met my expectations and everything tasted amazing. From the service to the scenery, the entire experience felt special. Definitely a must-visit if you're in Cabo. read more

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Don't get me wrong-- the location and ambiance are perfection. The food is wildly terrible. WILDLY bad. Their confidence in pricing creates a nice smokescreen to packing way too many flavors into one dish. I got the oysters, truffle fettuccine and lavender cheesecake and the cheesecake was the most edible dish. This place is beautifully overpriced for dinner. Perfect only for drinks and then go on your merry way. Save your dollars and support other areas. read more

The view is amazing!!! I went for my birthday dinner while I was in Cabo for a solo trip. They were very kind. I did the 6 course dinner. A lot of variety. It wasn't necessarily the most flavorful thing I've ever eaten but I enjoyed trying new things. They had live music playing outside. Then when I was done I was able to go upstairs to the live jazz session in the adjacent restaurant. read more

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This place was just meh for me. It has beautiful views but for the price, I thought everything would be better. The service was good, not great. Sat too long with empty drinks. The server was very nice but not really attentive. That always sets the tone for me. Then the food, it was good but not great. I can think of at least 10 restaurants in Cabo that I have been to that I would rather recommend. Not to say it was bad, but it was average for me. Lastly, for the price of the entire meal, which was north of $500, I simply didn't feel I got the value. It was severely overpriced. But I knew that going in but that the food would be much better. Again, the views are incredible and I would suggest going right before sunset to catch the best views. Definitely a tourist trap so that one is checked off the list. read more

I HIGHLY recommend visiting here while in Cabo. This restaurant is worth the cost. The views, the vibes, the food, the hospitality is absolutely award worthy. We got the 6 course and 3 course meal both with wine pairings. Notable food selections, the Sashimi, the homemade pasta, ravioli and truffle fettuccine were MOUTH WATERING. At sunset they do a sunset ceremony with was really great to watch. You can upgrade your table for a more romantic, private dinner, which I recommend as well. We also walked to the above Jazz bar for a night cap. I love it here and can't wait to come back. read more

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Sunset Monalisa is undeniably beautiful. The views are absolutely phenomenal--one of the best sunset settings in Cabo--and the restaurant itself is elegant and romantic, making it feel very special. Reservations now require a per-person fee (starting around $25 and increasing depending on the table tier), and that fee does not apply toward your bill. The menu is also prix fixe, with three courses starting around $100 per person and higher pricing for additional courses. While the food is well prepared and beautifully presented, the overall cost feels steep compared to what it used to be. That said, this is absolutely a place to visit for a celebration--a first date, birthday, anniversary, or bachelorette party. It's not an every-week restaurant, but for a special occasion, the atmosphere and views make it memorable. read more

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AMAZING! My favorite and most memorable dining experience in Cabo. The setting is beautiful and super picturesque. They had live music and even fireworks! The service was friendly and the prix-fixe dinner setup was super clear. We started with the tomato mozzarella salad and it was beyond delicious. Then I got the oysters. They weren't my favorite, but probably just because I'm more use to US East coast oysters. For the entree I got the spaghetti with iberico and parmigiano and I dream about that pasta. For dessert I went with the moka parfait and it was the perfectly creamy/chocolatey dessert. Honestly, worth every penny! Highly recommend going here while in Cabo. read more

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We were drawn to Sunset Monalisa because of the incredible views. And we were bit disappointed! With a 5pm reservation, we got to experience a beautiful view of the arch of Cabo before admiring the gorgeous sunset, which was signaled by the servers blowing into conch shells. The food was good but it wasn't the main draw. I opted for the six-course tasting menu and I fared better than my husband who decided to order a la carte. They were kind enough to let me substitute course one due to dietary restrictions. I had an heirloom salad, truffle fettuccine, seared totoaba, confit duck, filete tenderloin, and coconut sorbet. The highlight of the meal was the truffle fettuccine. The pasta was al dente and the dish was full of cheese and butter. Delicious! The least successful dish was the fish. It was my first time having totoaba and I found it to be significantly lacking flavor. My husband had the 14 oz tenderloin filet, which came with two sides. He got mashed sweet potato, which looked unappetizing, and roasted vegetables. The steak was good but the sides were not. If you're looking for a really amazing view at an oceanside open air restaurant in Cabo, this is it. The food is good but not great, service is ok but a little slow, and it's expensive but you're paying for the view. read more

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This place has a limited menu and requires reservations but over a hour and a half still got nothing to eat not even soup Go for tacos first then enjoy the view read more

This is a late review, but to say it was amazing is an understatement. The view is beyond breathtaking. The food while the portions are on the smaller side are very satisfying and every bite is an experience in itself. The drinks were absolutely beautiful and the tastiest ever. Even the mocktail was the best I had while pregnant. The staff was super nice and we didn't feel rushed at all. For Mexico it is on the pricier side but completely justifiable and worth it. read more

Sunset Monalisa - The view every table has. - Mediterranean Near Me - Cabo San Lucas, BCS

I loved sunset MonaLisa ! We can go Cabo for a girls trip and we were really looking to have a nice seaside dinner. We booked our reservation right at 6:30 which was the golden hour. The views and the entertainment were magical! I got the 5 course. I went with the scallops, truffle fettuccini, short rib, sea bass and the lavender cheesecake with "the wrath" as my drink. 10/10 this was fine dining! Everything was delicious! read more

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Unbelievably gorgeous restaurant and bar. I would highly suggest getting to the restaurant well before sunset. Take a seat at the bar and enjoy the fantastic drinks and service. Then move to your table and be sure to get a view of the sunset. Breathtaking view of Cabo San Lucas. We splurged and did the full experience because how often are you going to be able to have the perfect view with perfect food and perfect service?! We chose the 6 course meal each and split every dish so we could try everything. We took pictures of the menu and food. But the pasta went down before we could grab a picture. The server Oliver was professional and enjoyed his service during our dinner. read more

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Pause before booking this restaurant. Due to unforeseen family illness delaying our travel, we unfortunately had to cancel our reservation at Sunset Monalisa. We gave them a 36 hour notice at 8:00 am the day prior to our 8pm reservation and they refused to waive the per person cancellation charge. Since they were closed overnight, we could not notify them in the middle of the night due to them being closed. With their unreasonable accommodation of our timely request, their customer service in the restaurant industry is questionable! read more

Incredible food, service and breathtaking views! We mostly booked this for the view but were blown away by the amazing food and also the very knowledgeable staff! Now one of my favorite restaurants on the planet! read more

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First of all, this may seem obvious but the location is at a point right on the ocean, so plan to go for sunset! We went later due to childcare obligations, but it was still a beautiful setting with heat lamps burning and the sound of the ocean waves. The Jazz band was excellent as well. Wait staff were kind and provided great service. My husband and I paid for premium seats ($25 pp) and chose the 6 course pre-fixe menu which they allowed us to modify slightly to get our preferred desserts. Overall, the food was good though we felt most of the menu items leaned on the sweet side when the items are typically served savory. We would have preferred savory and we're not sure if the sweetness is a modification based on beliefs about tourist taste preferences (which we have seen when traveling before). For example, the first course was bone marrow (excellent) and a kampachi crudo. The crudo was not very cold and the flavor was sweet. The sweetness made me prefer the bone marrow. One of the last courses was a filet...a cut f meet that often needs little to enhance it. We've had filet mignon many times in many places, and the cut is savory and not overly fatty and does not require much to bring out the flavor. However, our filet here was once again sweet. It was cooked perfectly medium rare, but we would have enjoyed it more without the modification to the flavor. The cocktails were pretty good. They are named after the 7 deadly sins. My husband tried Pride which was a good balanced tequila drink and not too sweet. I tried Lust (at the recommendation of our server). It was good but a bit sweet for me again. I ordered an old fashioned with woodford reserve afterwards but did not finish it as the ratios were off.....it was watered down and my husband thought it needed more bitters (he makes an excellent old fashioned himself). I would stick to the cocktail list and to tequila cocktails since that's what they do best. The octopus was a little chewy, but not too much so. Also, it tasted charred but not a good charred grilled...like it had hints of the coal on it or something. My husband didn't mind it as much as I did. The sea bass was excellent! The truffle pasta was also excellent! The desserts were also excellent! We had the lavender cheesecake and chocolate espresso mousse. The premium seat came with a glass of prosecco which was served with dessert. Overall, good food, but for the price could make some adjustments to optimize a couple of the dishes. read more

This ended up being the best meal we had the entire trip in Cabo. From the moment you check in, the place feels high-end and special. The property itself is stunning -- built into the rocks overlooking the ocean -- and there's live music that makes the whole evening feel like an experience rather than just dinner. We booked the Sunset Experience and were seated in a private tiered area directly facing the beach and sunset. It honestly felt like a front-row seat to the Pacific. The setup is beautiful and intimate, but even walking through the regular dining terraces and the bar area, every seat looks amazing. There really isn't a bad spot in the house. Service was impeccable -- attentive without being intrusive, perfectly paced, and very professional. We did the 4-course tasting menu with wine pairing ($325 per person) and the food was outstanding -- easily the best we ate in Cabo. Each course felt thoughtful and elevated, not just pretty plating but actually delicious. Yes, it's pricey -- but this is not just dinner, it's a full experience. Between the view, the atmosphere, the music, and the quality of the food and service, we would absolutely go again. read more

Omg - this place has the best views - we went all out and did the experience where we sat under the bird nest, it was intimate, service was so so good and the view and sunset was just the best - we celebrated our 3rd anniversary and couldn't have been better! read more

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Had a reservation here during our short trip to Cabo. Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances we were unable to make it. We called the restaurant more than 24 hours in advance to cancel and they charged us an absurd cancellation fee. Seems unfair and ridiculous. Will not be attempting to return on a future trip. read more

Firstly, the service was poor from multiple waitstaff, and the food is average and not worth the price charged. We were a party of 8. When we confronted the manager (about the service), he stated that there was a large party (like a small convention group) and they needed to take care of them. What a horrible response. He was not interested in our concerns... but said (after a lot of talking) that he would refund our $27 /per person reservation costs. This place caters to non-lovers of food, that want the glimmer and glimmer of a beautiful sunset. The restaurant's claim to fame is evening sunset dinners. While a beautiful location, they charge an additional $27 per person for a table reservation, that does not get credited to your final bill (LAME) Our time slot that we requested was when sunset finished. Still beautiful, and we were still charged. The confusing preset menu is $99 + per person, with lower than average food quality. Their focaccia, of which they were generous, was absolutely delicious... the rest of the food was fine, but not the quality they pretend to present/offer. Cocktails were $36/ per. The wine list was a joke. I ordered a Los Cantos, 2021 Tempranillo (from Spain) at $131, then found it at the grocery store the next day for $34. I mean.... I understand charging $80... or even $100. but really.... $131? How gluttonous. We don't mind paying the prices... if food and service are good. We had to ask to have our waters filled multiple times. And the moths outside were a horrible nuisance, with no care from the staff. You would think this is common and they have their tricks to lure them elsewhere. Do yourself a favor. Watch the sunset on the beach, then eat somewhere local... and not this place. read more

Sunset Monalisa delivered a legendary anniversary dinner. We had preferred seating, and the view alone was worth the reservation -- watching the sun set over the ocean with the arch in the distance felt surreal. Our daughters ordered the Wagyu steak, which was good -- nicely cooked and tender -- but honestly, we've had better at other places. Still, they enjoyed it. My wife and I went with the six-course tasting menu, and every dish was beautifully presented and full of bold, thoughtful flavors. Truly a culinary experience from start to finish. The entire night felt like a movie -- the ambiance, the service, the food... it was epic. The staff made us feel special the whole evening, and they even helped us celebrate with some great photo moments. That said, like most of Cabo, it doesn't come cheap -- dinner for a family of four came to just under $1,000, and the photos at the end were another $60. Pricey, yes -- but for a once-in-a-lifetime night? Absolutely worth it. Highly recommend for a special occasion. #blessedbythebishop read more

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Beautiful place! Someone recommended it to us with little detail and we got there early enough that they had a spot for us even without a reservation. We loved that they took their time with everything to let you enjoy dinner and your company. We also got a perfect spot to watch the sun go down. It's a 3 or 6 course option only, which was fine.. but we weren't super hungry. While the food was beautiful- it didn't seem to be as high quality as you would expect for the price. My pasta was gummy, the scallops were overcooked and not properly prepared, the dessert/cake was quite dry. The drinks however, were fabulous! As was the bread they start you out with. We concluded that you're paying more for the experience here than the food. We had a great night.. but probably wouldn't go back. read more

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Yes, it's very expensive, and many deride it as a "tourist trap". But the location simply cannot be better, and going there at sunset is an amazing experience. So go there once, as an experience, more than a meal. The food is very good, but not great. The overall experience though, is great. read more

Sunset Monalisa - So romantic - Mediterranean Near Me - Cabo San Lucas, BCS

Wow! That view and the sunset were gorgeous. Book your reservation so you are there a half hour before sunset. They made it fun with the sunset show. The singers and music really made for great ambiance. You can't take your eyes off the view and you can hear the waves crashing into shore. Now onto the food. We decided to go all in and did the 6 course meal. You get to pick between two choices in each category- let's just say they were all delicious! I'm sure the menu changes but my favorites were the totoaba fish and the grilled octopus. But really, everything was good. They did a nice job with service and provided both gluten and dairy free adjustments. We were celebrating my birthday and they celebrated with us. Very nice touch. We spent about 3 hrs for dinner so plan for that. Plus, no worries about getting enough to eat. The portions were very good size. Couldn't eat it all. Also, you are outside so if you have longer hair and there may be wind, bring a hair tie. read more

Sunset Monalisa - The view - Mediterranean Near Me - Cabo San Lucas, BCS

This place is an absolute dream. My husband booked the ocean terrace experience for my birthday dinner during our vacation and It did not disappoint. The view from the terrace was breathtaking and the hostess was so excited walking us to our space. The sunset ceremony was special and I clung to every moment. Our first course brought the oysters and the tuna and bone marrow and both were a delight to our palates. The presentation of our drinks was befitting for it's name: Lust. It was sexy and tasty. The Gnocchi had good flavor while the lasagna was good but needed more flavor. Our third course was the sea bass and the sirlon: both delicious and flavorful. The desserts were different, refreshing and a flavor blast. My birthday box was a pleasant surprise. A really great experience and they have something to combat everything: a fan to keep you cool and something to keep the flies away with a view you could only dream of. read more

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My husband and I both got sick with food poisoning from here. Do not recommend. The views are spectacular though lol but not worth the sickness while traveling. read more