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    Taco Loco

    4.4 (108 reviews)
    InexpensiveMexican
    Open • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Outdoor tables
    Debra R.

    We hit this place every time we are in Cabo. It is off the crazy harbor scene, on a side road, in a bunch of kiosks, a short walk off the cruise ship dock. My grilled fish taco was delicious as was the made to order guacamole sans onions because I am allergic to them, sadly. No language problem here. They have Bohemia cervezas, but if you need a mixed drink, there is an open air bar right next to the tables of this place. A covered salsa bar is available on the side. Extremely low priced but fun. There are several guitarists in the area anxious to serenade you.

    Supposed to be Pastor Style... hmmm
    Rudy D.

    Not sure who is reviewing this place but Pastor Tacos are no bueno. Flavorless tacos. Tortillas were not homemade. Did the 4 tacos and beer special. Beer was cold.... 4 stars, minus 2 for subpar food. Also, not sure about the laws in Mexico, but surveillance in the restroom???

    Sangria

    The chicken taco and chicken quesadilla lacked flavor, even when dressed up with toppings. The chicken in them was chewy and hard to eat. Two of us ended up taking the chicken out and not eating it. The chicken mole was tasty though. Service was okay. Tables were clean. The mariachi band came to play at our table, but we politely declined and they went on their merry way to the next table. There were 2 tables there with locals so perhaps this restaurant is actually very good if you know what to order.

    4 fish tacos & beer, and a blended mango margarita with Jose Cuervo tequila.
    Irene I.

    The food was great! This was exactly what we wanted! This was no "gourmet" "touristy" spot, it was REAL Mexican fish tacos! We had two orders of the 4 tacos & 1 beer for $9 deal! You get the choice of beef, chicken, fish, or pork. They had other things on their menu, but you can't beat 4 tacos and a beer for $9. The place is next to various souvenir shops, and a bar located in the center of the little plaza that had 9 tequila shots for $12, their restrooms are clean and stocked. It's definitely worth checking out!

    Pasta with fettuccine sauce
    Melissa D.

    Excellent service! A must come to when in Cabo. Very inexpensive but the food is so delicious! One of our favorite places. Recommend to everyone. Give it a shot you won't regret it. Ambiance is great too! It's by the jungle bar and you can get a couple mixed drinks to bring back to your table.

    Lemonade
    Cara H.

    For the vegan in paradise, this is a very authentic feeling restaurant that serves meat but also has vegan and vegetarian options. The service was a little slow considering there weren't very many people there at the time but the veggie tacos were worth the wait! The mushrooms were grilled to perfection, a touch smoky and full of flavor! We ordered the guacamole and chips, the portion was generous and the guacamole delicious! We ordered a side of beans which thankfully they don't prepare with lard. The rice is vegan as well. Our dinner companions are omnis and they were very happy with their meals. We all ordered the mineral lemonade and it was delicious! The glass is very large and the flavor light and refreshing with very little sweetness, perfect!

    2 beef and 2 pastor tacos jazzed up.
    Troy K.

    I have been to A LOT of taco joints in Cabo. I have walked past this busy place 100s of times without stopping. Yesterday, I stopped. Greeted immediately and server recommended the 4 tacos and a beer. I ordered 2 beef and 2 Pastor tacos and a Dos Equis. Ambiance is nice. Very traditional decor. After about 6-7 minutes (not too bad) my food arrives. The beef looked dry and the Pastor looked "creamy". Almost saucy. I was directed to the Salsa bar where there was a great selection of condiments. Radish, jalapeño, dry coleslaw, creamy coke slaw, pico, and a selection of salsas. Problem was, the salsa were not marked for temperature. I like a little kick, but don't want to be thrown on my butt. I jazzed up the tacos and proceeded to munch. Taco 1- good. Taco 2- good. Taco 3 (beef)- first bite is 100% grissel. Spitting out food in front of others is embarrassing. But it was terrible. I went to taco 4 (Pastor) - good. I was a little bummed. Grissel kind of takes the wind out of your sail. Even without the tough meat, the tacos were not "great" compared to local options. To their credit- their fish tacos looked outstanding (I did not try one though). I also say the chicken tacos- looked dry like the beef. Overall, if it is 2am and you need a quick fix, stop in. If you have time to explore a bit more- explore.

    Chicken, shrimp and beer battered fish tacos
    Suzie I.

    Love the tacos here. Be sure to add the toppings from the refrigerated salsa bar area. My favorite is the beer battered fish with coleslaw on top. My husband loves the shrimp, chicken and beer battered fish.

    Julie R.

    We found this little outdoor bar (called MCO) on our way to Cabo Wabo, and turns out this place was way better! Cabo Wabo was overpriced and couldn't seat a group, so we ended up going here. The pina coladas were delicious and cheap, the bartenders were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was festive. We were serenaded my mariachi singers, and everyone had a great time.

    Anna K.

    Easy find at the marina - great deal for fresh tacos. The horchata was delicious! They have a huge selection of tacos - I recommend the chicken mole! The fish fried taco was mediocre.

    Fish taco
    Heather F.

    We stopped here on our vacation to Cabo. It's a great inexpensive taco spot close to the marina and mall. It's like a hidden gem. In addition, they offer pasta, which I thought was different. The margaritas were very strong! One made me feel good! I love that they offer grilled vs breaded fish and shrimp. While you are sitting outside there are many bands playing live music for you. There are TVs surrounding the outdoor seating to catch your favorite game as well. Check this spot out if you are in downtown Cabo!

    Cooking!
    Jenn O.

    Always good food and atmosphere- where the locals in the know go! Recommend the shrimp tacos.

    Taco's and Day drinking in Cabo San Lucas... Awesome tacos!!!
    Patrick H.

    Been coming here since 2008, great way to start the day. Two tacos and a cerveza and another cerveza and...

    Shrimp and fish taco, sangria

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    Amazing tacos homemade...a must. You are guaranteed to enjoy great food and great music....do it.. if not you will be sorry. Hidden gem.

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    Everyone loved this food! Came 2 days in a row! Server was sweet and attentive. Fun environment just off streets by shops

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    4 tacos & a beer, you can't lose. Spouse liked beef & pork, I liked the fish & pork. You won't be sad you went here!

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    Be sure to visit here for 4 tacos (meat of your choice, with toppings) and a beer for only $8. Bargain. Not far from the Marina.

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    Review Highlights - Taco Loco

    “We found this little outdoor bar (called MCO) on our way to Cabo Wabo, and turns out this place was way better!”

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    Los Tres Gallos - Strip steak was fire 5/5

    Los Tres Gallos

    4.3(652 reviews)
    1.1 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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    Las Guacamayas - Molchahete with salsas and chips

    Las Guacamayas

    4.2(447 reviews)
    1.2 km
    •$$

    After dinner tonight, I took a stroll down Lázaro Cárdenas, just enjoying the Cabo energy music in…read morethe air, people everywhere, and that warm evening breeze. As I was walking with husband we happened to pass by Las Guacamayas, and the vibe instantly caught our attention The place was lively, colorful, and full of that authentic Cabo charm. The staff I interacted with were attentive, friendly, and super quick, which made the moment even better. It's the kind of spot that pulls you in with its energy alone. And I can't forget to mention the drink that stole the show earlier in the night -- the Zombie Mojito Made with Appleton rum, mint liqueur, peppermint leaves, pineapple juice, lemon juice, and fresh pineapple chunks, it was tropical, refreshing, and had the perfect kick. Definitely one of my new Cabo favorites. If you're exploring the area and love discovering places with great energy and amazing service, this stretch of Lázaro Cárdenas is worth the walk

    We loved the restaurant and the overall vibe. An Uber driver recommended it to us for dinner since…read morewe're not from the area. The dining area is partially outdoors, and it was sprinkling that evening. We ordered a fajita plate and a molcajete, and the food tasted good--we practically finished everything. The service was great, and the staff checked in on us regularly. Unfortunately, later that night we experienced food poisoning. We're not sure what caused it--possibly the salsa that had been sitting out during the rain--but it was hard to ignore. I'll leave it at that. It may have been a one-off situation, but I'm unsure if we'd return. If we do come back to Cabo and decide to try this place again and get sick a second time, that would be the final straw.

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    Fish taco

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    La Lupita

    La Lupita

    4.6(332 reviews)
    0.9 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

    Crunchy volcano

    La Lupita - Tuna tacos on lettuce were incredible!!

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    Tuna tacos on lettuce were incredible!!

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

    Roasted Grill & Bar

    4.8(805 reviews)
    0.9 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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    The Office - Black bean nachos with flank steak

    The Office

    3.7(1.7k reviews)
    0.9 km
    •$$$

    I came to The Office with a healthy amount of skepticism after reading some of the reviews. I'm…read morepretty critical when it comes to restaurants and don't hand out 5-star reviews easily, especially in tourist-heavy areas where food is often overhyped and underwhelming. This place pleasantly surprised me. I ordered the bacon-wrapped shrimp in sauce, and it was excellent. What really caught me off guard, though, were the vegetables on the side. They were so flavorful and perfectly prepared that I was genuinely impressed, which is saying a lot because vegetables are rarely memorable. The shrimp themselves were delicious and cooked perfectly. We also had the coconut-crusted lobster, which was very good as well. The only minor drawback was that the mashed potatoes were a little cold when they arrived. Overall, I'd rate the experience a 4.5 out of 5, which is high praise coming from me. Despite being in a tourist area, The Office delivered flavorful, well-prepared food and exceeded my expectations. I would definitely return.

    LOVE this pace beyond words!! A visit to Cabo isn't complete w/o a stop, or three, here. Faves:…read moreCoconut prawns, do not miss out on these, my husband is a connoisseur of these, and he says they're his favorite anywhere Tortilla Soup: u have to ask for shredded chicken which is odd, But still get it, and a side of rice, perfecto! Rice: amazing! The one with corn and carrots in it Chicken Tacos: my hubby's 2nd favorite thing on the menu Green Juice Smoothies Veggie omelette And the service!!!! Best on Medano

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    Seating area

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    Fresh Guacamole

    The Office - Skinny margarita 10/10 strong

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    Skinny margarita 10/10 strong

    El Peregrino - Rib Eye Steak

    El Peregrino

    4.8(639 reviews)
    0.5 km
    •$$

    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

    El Peregrino - Baja fish tacos

    Baja fish tacos

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    Manager recommended

    Taco Loco - mexican - Updated September 2026

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