Xantolo

4.7 (130 reviews)

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Mariah A.

This review is on the drinks and the vibes. Every time I visited this location I was full. LOL. The bartenders were great and I requested a Coconut Mojito (Coconut rum vs regular) Which is my favorite. And WE ALL KNOW Isla Mujeres LOVES their mojitos... But it was amazing :)! They also had a professional flute player as live entertainment and that was beautiful. The bar has swings and is very nice to sit at and people watch as all the foot traffic passes. I would add this place to th list.

Crystal G.

We stopped by while we were visiting because they had some amazing live music. It was busy but we were lucky enough to get a table so we could sit and relax. It was a really fun night and the entire street was filled up to hear this music, people were dancing in the street. Service was good. We ended up staying so long because of the music that we ordered food. I had an espresso martini and Birria tacos. The drink was delicious, cold and the perfect pick me up. The food was tasty, filling and delicious. This was the perfect way to end an evening.

Whitney W.

Came here for Super Bowl Sunday and it was the perfect place to catch the game, have great food and craft cocktails. Our server was great and very helpful with suggestions. Lobster and fish tacos - yummy! The drink presentation was top notch, and the people watching was very entertaining. We returned another night for drinks. It's safe to say we are now big Mezcal fans because of this place!

Long D.

Came by 3:45 happy hour with pina colada, margaritas, daiquiris, mojitos buy one get one free. Ended up order a few. Started with ceviche mezcal,light and fresh seasoning and fresh shrimp and octopus Mango, red onion, cucumber cilantro. Simple and refreshing. Pina colada were served with dried pineapple and cinnamon stick burned at table. Daniel is a good server and checking on us regularly. Then came Chile Santolo Carnes, carnitas estilo mi, and tacos Baja pescado. And finally the pescado sarandeado 560 gr ($.85 per gr. ) prepared Tikin xic style. I enjoyed that dish since I grew up eating bony fish The rice is good. The pork is dry, need to dip into the fatty sauce. Good Baja fish taco. Very nice deco and cool setting. Relax atmosphere to eat here with plenty of ceiling fan cooling you down. FYI, Costco bottle water is $55 each. The damage is above average

Strawberry/Chamoy margarita & Mango/Tamarind margarita

Nicole G.

This place is great! The Molcajete was filled with everything (steak, chicken, cheese, nopales) and it was delicious! All of their margaritas were really, really tasty and they were B1G1 free. The service was great. This place is super cute with swings at the bar.

Lexi G.

Staff was extremely friendly and welcoming, really made you feel at home. We started off with the calamari, the breading was a bit strange, not the usual crispy texture; got really soggy when we squeezed a slice of lime on it. My fiancé got the tacos al pastor, they were great the bits of pineape were refreshing. I got the tacos arracherra and I really enjoyed them they had a layer of mozzarella cheese which added extra flavor. For drinks we got the Margarita de Jamaica and the margarita de pepino, definitely go with the Jamaica one especially if you lean towards fruity and sweet drinks. Ambiance was amazing, they brought out a dessert as we were celebrating our little girls first birthday and everyone joined in and sang happy birthday.

Ashley A.

Outdoor dining on a nice patio. Music was going with live band. Drinks were on point. Had the margaritas. Chips and 3 types of salsa! I had the green enchiladas have tasty and fulfilling. Mom had the burger also delicious! Service was fast. Seating is good! Very pricey for the area!

Stephanie N.

Fun, delicious spot in the downtown area! Right on the Main Street where all the bars and restaurants are. We sat on one of the tables outside so we could people watch. The servers were a lot of fun and gave great recommendations. Food was delicious and would highly recommend. Great place to grab food before hitting the other bars in the area GRILLED OCTOPUS - large dish, perfect for sharing. The octopus was so tender, it was cooked perfectly. Under the octopus was cheesy risotto, also delicious. XANTOLO CHILI RELLENO - breaded Poblano Chile pepper filled with beef, veggies, and smothered in tomato sauce. I've never had this dish before but it was delicious! It was such a well balanced dish, and surprisingly not a heavy dish.

Laurie G.

Everything about my experience was wonderful. There was live music the food was cooked to perfection and had lots of flavor. The presentation of the food was creative and fun. Fun fact... they have bottled water from Costco which was a nice surprise as most of the bottled water on the island is mediocre. We were served by the most amazing person, Martha. We made reservations for the next night before even paying for the first nights meal. This is a must try when in isla!

Angeline K.

Place was beautiful. Service 10/10. Very very very expensive. Got 4 water bottles for around $20. Food was okay. Had the al pastor, baja taco, ribeye tacos, the calamari grilled octopus. The rib eye tacos were the best thing there. Also highly recommend the pina colada.

Mandy L.

We are drink people. If you haven't noticed, it is SO HARD to find real cocktails and artisanal beer in Mexico. Dare I say impossible. We chose this place because on the menu we saw some cocktail ingredients that we hadn't seen at other places and we were hopeful. We were not disappointed!! Martha and Ivonne made us the most perfect smoked old fashioned and manhattan. Finally. Then, to add the frosting on the cake, the food was pretty damn amazing too. Needless to say, we returned the next day.

Nancy O.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at a charming restaurant in Islas Mujeres, Mexico that truly stood out for its craft cocktails made with real juice. The vibrant flavors and freshness of the cocktails were absolutely delightful and enhanced the overall dining experience. Each sip was a burst of natural goodness, showcasing the skill and dedication of the mixologists. From classic favorites to unique concoctions, the restaurant offered a wide variety of options to suit every palate. The attention to detail and use of real juice truly elevated the cocktails to a whole new level, making it a must-visit spot for cocktail enthusiasts and those seeking a refreshing and authentic drinking experience. This place has instagrammable swings at the bar. And the staff is fantastic. The tacos are also banging! It's an eight minute walk from the ferry drop off point.

Grilled octopus, 335 pesos, worth every effing penny. My favorite meal on Isla Mujeres.

Jeannie K.

This is my favorite fancy restaurant on island (I only stay on the north side). We love the swings at the bar. Dark ambiance and more intimate. You can order the full menu there as well. Service is cordial. The fajita is just ok but the aguachile (raw shrimp dish) and grilled octopus here are AMAZING. If you eat dinner at one restaurant on the main strip, eat here. I hear the drinks are good here but have yet to try. The maracuya (passion fruit) mezcalritas have caught my eye. The Taco Tuesday deal gets you a free margarita (except the passion fruit ones) and a beer with a taco order, and the happy hour deal on other days of the week gets you BOGO margarita deal. Cash only.

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Stephanie A.

6 years ago

Holy deliciousness. This is the best lunch we had on the island. We started with a large portion of guacamole that was simple but so delicious. The fish tacos are breaded lightly and perfectly crispy. I could taste how fresh the fish was. It was giant pieces of fish too! My husband got lobster tacos and was able to pick how big of a lobster tail he wanted on it. SO GOOD. Francisco took great care of us and was very kind. Oh yeah, the margaritas are delicious! Would go back here everyday for the awesome taco/margarita deal! read more

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Erik S.

4 years ago

Service was great, fish tacos were good, cochinita pibil looked pretty was full of of cartilage.

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Jax M.

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5 years ago

We LOVED this place! Great vibe, striking artwork, amazing original drinks, and fantastic Cuban Salsa music! All this aside, our favorite part of Xantolo was the incredible staff. Alfonzo was SO wonderful! Very attentive, friendly, ON IT, and an all around lovely human. We also adore Francisco! He really went above and beyond to make us feel cared for and to make the multiple nights we spent at Xantolo so very special. Already missing this amazing place, and the people that make it so! Muchas gracias and nos vemos el rato! - Jax and Lindsey read more

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Derek B.

5 years ago

Typically when I go on vacation I check out the food scene and make a list of restaurants and things those restaurants have on their menus that I'd like to try. We went to Xantolo late July '21 for dinner and it was a good spot to relax and enjoy a few drinks and the ambiance. This place is in the heart of where tourist go because its on the north end of the island where all the larger hotels are. If your one that shy's away from larger crowds and loud noises such as a live band on a Wednesday night, this probably isn't the place for you. The food was more expensive than other local places we've eaten at, but we knew that before we arrived at the island for the week. We had the fried calamari as a starter and this was probably the worst I've had. The fried calamari did not have any seasoning on it, just breading and the sauce that it came with along with lemon wedges. This is the extent of the bad news for this place. My wife had the grilled octopus, while my daughter had the cochinita pilbil (which stole the show) and I had the yucatan style ribs. After trying all of the food the 3 of us decided that the cochinita pilbil was the best dish of the 3 and the yucatan style ribs came in a close second place. As stated before, this place is not inexpensive so bring your bills to live life to the fullest. read more

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Karla A.

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Loved this place. Hubs and I were in Isla for a few days like 3 and 2 out of those 3 nights we dined at Xantolo. With so many choices you cannot choose wrong when eating here. The crew there is friendly and they make sure you are having a great experience. The food is top notch. Our first night I ordered Cochinita Pibil and I cant recall what Hubs ordered. All I know the portions are huge and soooo good. The second night we stopped in we ordered quesadillas, husband had tacos and I ordered the lobster. While the lobster was cooked perfectly the flavor was too sweet for my liking. I couldn't get through the risotto. Each night we hoped to find churros but they didn't have any. Sad sad me walked over to get gelato somewhere else. I highly recommended this place to others I know that went or are going to Isla. Can't wait to be back! read more

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Fiona M.

7 years ago

Patricio is numero uno! We really enjoyed the happy hour special 2 for one margaritas (mango and jalapeño) they were delicious! We also ordered the chicken and Baja style tacos which were very fresh. We will be back Patricio! read more

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Jacqueline A.

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A classic main strip restaurant with something for everyone. Ordered chicken fajitas which were average. My husband was happy with his coconut shrimp. Not overwhelming by any means but the service was fine. Truly nothing to write home about but if you're in a pinch, it's there. Not sure that I would go back unless it was a majority vote and I was outvoted. read more

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Tom M.

7 years ago

Me and my wife and her cousin stopped here around 6pm on a Wednesday night while we were walking around looking for a place to eat. Francisco let us know that they were #1 on Yelp and that was enough for us. We were there during happy hour, which meant 2 for 1 margaritas ! After a few of those we decided that we better get some food on us, so we ordered 2 entrees if the cochinita pibel (sp?) and her cousin ordered the fish tacos. All were absolutely wonderful and the presentation was second to none. As good as the food and drinks were, the friendliness of management and employees is what really made the meal fantastic. We are here for 4 more days and have a strong feeling that we will return ! read more

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Emily W.

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As we were eating and even after our meal my husband and I both remarked how much we were enjoying our meal. However only a few hours later we were both sick so unfortunately this 3 star review. We had asadero tacos, the tuna tostadas and the asparagus salad. The salad had been our favorite. Very unique combination of ingredients and flavors. Our waiter was friendly but not very attentive. We really had high hopes for Xantolo after reading other reviews on Trip Advisor, but getting sick put a damper on our vacation. read more

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Med F.

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An excellent meal all around. Great food, very good service and good drinks. A little pricier than similar restaurants, but well worth it for the quality of the food. Been open for a year. If they maintain their standards going forward, they will continue to be successful and flourish. We shall be back. read more

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Sophie V.

4 years ago

Great 2 for 1 Margarita happy hour deals, delicious cocktails and amazing food. Highly recommend to stop by while you are on the island. read more

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Mark R.

4 years ago

The food and service here are excellent. Our family of five all got something they loved. I would consider this more on the order of gourmet Mexican food. The only thing that prevents me from giving a five star rating is that their policy on accepting credit cards was not clearly presented. It affected the family that sat at our table before us too. In fact, the dad and I had to both make a run for the ATM. I'm not sure why more restaurants don't just upcharge 3-4% for credit card orders if concerned about the extra cost on their part. read more

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John K.

4 years ago

Very good place. Don't be put off with my 4 star rating. It's almost impossible to get a "5" from me. Entrees here ate pretty much 15-20 USD. No credit cards. USD or MXD only. My wife had the salmon with blue cheese topping, rice and veggies. Salmon was excellent and the veggies were cooked perfectly. I had the ribs. Overall very good, but were only warm when served. A relatively small portion (less than 1/2 rack) by US standards. The sauce was very mild and I needed to spice it up with some hot sauce. Wish it came with veggies as well. I think the reviews here are accurate. It is definitely worth a visit. read more

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Cristine M.

6 years ago

Great food and atmosphere. Live music at 10pm. My friend and I enjoyed the guac, pulpo, and the carne asada. Everything was delicious.

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Mayra G.

5 years ago

I cannot explain how delicious their food is. Every time we come to this restaurant, it doesn't matter what you order because it's a well designed plate and taste so good. The service is the best too! The staff is very attentive. read more

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Eloiza J.

5 years ago

The drinks were great. The food was good- I recommend the fish tacos. My favorite part was the live music!

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Baba M.

6 years ago

Great margaritas & daiquiris & appetizers are amazing our meal was amazing they had vegetarian options for myself & we watched the Super Bowl game there chiefs vs 49rs 2020 read more

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Alexander H.

5 years ago

When you eat on this touristy street you can expect to have a great time, pay more and have less of a cultural experience. The staff was great. They had English and Spanish speaking waiters. The food was good. This was the only place I had happy hour priced 2 for 1 drinks. The bar has swings for seats. read more

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Ilsa G.

3 years ago

We enjoyed the two for one cocktail offer and vegan options on the menu. The mushroom ceviche was particularly good.

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Carla R.

5 years ago

Nothing but the best! The drinks were carefully crafted by very welcoming bartenders! Our host Francisco was very nice and upbeat! We were on a time crunch and he helped us throughout dinner plus giving us tips on places to visit on the island! Definitely recommend! read more

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Elizabeth S.

7 years ago

This IS the place!!! The food is amazing, local flair, great seasonings - drinks are unique and delicious! But the service - is the ringer! The owner is kind and generous with his time and smiles!! He sincerely wants you to enjoy your meal and time on the island. Helpful with tourists- directions - and food!! He went out of his way to make both our meals at Xantolo memorable! It was the only place we ate twice on the entire trip. Perfect downtown, clean, delicious, people watching while eating delicious food! read more

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Alex W.

6 years ago

This place was absolutely amazing. My wife and I came to Isla Mujeres on a day trip and expected food that would be okay, but were absolutely blown away by the absolute perfection of the food here. The worst thing we had was our appetizer, the shrimp aguachile, and it was amazing. The el pastor tacos were great. The Baja tacos were excellent. But the Arrachera tacos...I can't even describe how good they were, tender, flavorful, and perfect. My only regret is getting too full too quick. I wish I could have eaten 3 more courses. Compliments to the chef, it's worth the trip to the island just to come here. Our waiter Oscar was wonderful, he timed the meal perfectly and even introduced us to the chef, Esbeidy, after our meal. Overall it was one of the best meals I've ever had. Presentation, taste, and atmosphere were phenomenal. read more

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Penny M.

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7 years ago

The chicken tacos were delicious as well as the green enchiladas. Tangy green sauce. Got leftovers. read more

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tina p.

6 years ago

Unreal day in Isla!! Appetizers bartenders and the good itself is amazing!! The service throws it over top!!

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Samantha H.

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7 years ago

Great drinks! The daiquiris and the Isla Tiki drink are my favorites. The bartenders are social and entertaining. Superb service and atmosphere. read more

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Hugo Raul U.

6 years ago

A perfect 10, the octupus was great with a little touch of chilli and the rissoto have the perfect balance of ingredents. And the fry fish was so perfect! All the food is the level of 5 star restaurant read more

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Rick V.

8 years ago

Spectacular meal, excellent flavors of the Yucatan and then some. The portions were generous and priced appropriately. The staff was extremely friendly and very knowledgeable of the menu. Wine selection was appropriate for the style of dishes being served. Overall our dining experience was exceptional and would highly recommend. The pork ribs alacochinita pibil and sandia-jalapeno margarita was exceptional. read more

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András Á.

4 years ago

Try the ribeye in the skull!!! We spent 2 dinners here b2b! Waiters going above and beyond.

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Samantha M.

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7 years ago

We swung in here after a long day at the beach. The cocktails were ahmazing! I had something frothy and delicious with egg white, the margaritas were also good. We sopped up the alcohol with some fish and shrimp tacos. Again, amazing. Was our last night so didn't get to come back but we would have! read more

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Soph A.

6 years ago

The food was amazing. The drinks were really good. Service was on point. They had a live band. It was very entertaining night.

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Seteva H.

7 years ago

This place is phenomenal!!! I had the grilled shrimp tacos that were unreal!! You have to try it! Trust me, you'll be glad you did!!!!

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David C.

7 years ago

We had a great meal, excellent outdoor patio service from the Argentine server, Magali. Go with the seafood options, you can't go wrong!

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Daniela M.

4 years ago

Enjoyed the food, drinks, live band, service. Love it and people on the island do too!

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Chloe M.

4 years ago

Wow. The Ribeye Tacos changed my life. Baja Shrimp Tacos also excellent. Tuna Tostadas. Couldn't recommend this place highly enough.

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Mrs. M.

7 years ago

Good tacos, excellent cocktails. Your best bet on the main drag for good food that is worth the slightly marked up price tag and isn't over priced. Felt upscale enough to be justified and the great selection of drinks. Reccomend the Al pastor. Vegan poblano good too. read more

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Andy V.

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7 years ago

Best food and drinks on the island! The service was top notch and Fransisco is the man!! Highly recommend!

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Ryan O.

5 years ago

Great food, great service, great vibes and great music. GO! Mezcal ceviche was incredible, Cuban music was awesome, salsa street dancing is the icing on the cake. read more

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Armaan G.

6 years ago

Tacos and drinks are absolutely phenomenal! Ask for Francisco, greatest ever we literally ended up spending majority of our evening here. Vibes are good! read more

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Lhatese N.

8 years ago

Best quality best tasting food on island. This place will push the quality of everyone else on that street. Thank god! Needed it.

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S D.

8 years ago

Best food ever. Kids loved the Naachos, Fish tacos and the Enchaladas. 100% agree will the 5 star ratings. Service is awesome. Recommend this place to anyone visiting Isla Mujares. read more

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Calle Hidalgo S/N
77400 Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo
Mexico
Isla Mujeres
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Hours

What time does Xantolo open?

Xantolo opens at 1:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Xantolo close?

Xantolo closes at 1:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM (Next day)

Food & Alcohol

Does Xantolo have a happy hour?

Yes, Xantolo has a happy hour.

Does Xantolo serve alcohol?

Yes, Xantolo serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Xantolo allow dogs?

Yes, Xantolo allows dogs.

Does Xantolo have TVs?

Yes, Xantolo has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Xantolo have outdoor seating?

Yes, Xantolo has outdoor seating options.

Does Xantolo have parking?

Yes, Xantolo has parking options. Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Xantolo have free WiFi?

Yes, Xantolo has free WiFi.

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Los Abuelos

4.7(169 reviews)

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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.

Food was really good! We did takeout and brought back to our Airbnb in ixchel hotel. Great food…read moreand was ready quickly. Catch of the day was really tasty.

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Lola Valentina

4.6(481 reviews)

0.1 km•Isla Mujeres

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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.

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Los Tacos de Humo

4.7(228 reviews)

0.2 km•Isla Mujeres

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!

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4.5(135 reviews)

3.6 km

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I heard lots of good things about Reuben's. So we definitely wanted to check it out for ourselves…read more It's on the southern part of the island and we had rented a golf cart to go from the north to the South to check it out. This restaurant definitely had I more local vibe compared to some of the tourist places up north. As soon as we got there I could tell the employees or maybe even the owner started counting up how many women are party and started to shuffling the tables around to accommodate us. This was definitely one of the highlights in terms of The food that we had. Everyone was happy with their dreams and their food We got the mixed grill which served for adults. The shrimp, the lobster, the steak, the chorizo all of it was a good mix. There was a lot of vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower as well as a salad. Someone else in our party got the enchiladas and a burrito and they're very particular about their Mexican food and they both said it was the best meal of the Trip. The only item I wouldn't order and not because it's bad just because it wasn't as good was the carbonara. I ordered it to split between the children and they actually loved it but if I were an Italian I would probably be left wanting.

Really liked my mahi mahi tacos - the fish was grilled and seasoned so that it only needed a…read moresprinkle of onion on top to round it out (and this is coming from the world's biggest raw onion hater). Pro tip with all tacos: you gotta eat it fast or else the tortilla collapses in your hand. They had these amazing chips to go with not your usual salsa but a ketchup/mayo combo and a very very spicy chili crisp. I made the mistake of eating too many of the chips and not having enough room for my tacos. The coconut shrimp was just okay. Very tiny shrimp. My husband raved about the lime soup here for the rest of the trip; I can confirm that it was excellent. Fun casual atmosphere - our food came out pretty fast, even with all of the tables filled. Bonus points for playing music videos of 2010s pop hits on the tv by our table.

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The platter with everything you could ever need and everything was the most delicious version of that thing I have ever had. Fed 4 adult men

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North Garden

4.6(194 reviews)

0.3 km•Isla Mujeres

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Was staying at Ixchel hotel, which is a short walk away. We had a great server and enjoyed a…read moredelicious, filling breakfast. I'm a fan of their spicy habanero sauce. The drinks were good as well. Even better, after leaving, you can walk down to the beach and start your day!

North Garden breakfast never disappoints. Deliciously fresh food, beautiful presentation, and…read moreamazing service. The atmosphere is very chill, it almost feels like you're in a tropical tree house. All of their dishes are well seasoned and generously portioned at fair prices. I highly recommend them!

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Rib & fries appetizer & ribeye appetizer Both we amazing !! Great atmosphere & staff was great!!

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La Lomita

4.5(127 reviews)

0.5 km•Isla Mujeres

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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.

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Beautiful wall paintings.

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Loved the ceramic glasses!

Mahache

4.8(52 reviews)

0.1 km•Isla Mujeres

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We stopped for a drink and the bartender was so nice we came back to eat. I'm so glad we did. They…read morehave a cute art shop and everything is clean. I can't express how amazing the food is. I had the shrimp curry. My friends had the octopus and garlic crusted grouper and coconut shrimp was fabulous. My husband had the leek soup.

This was one of my favorite places on the trip to Isla mujeres. We had a party of 10 including four…read morechildren and they were very friendly and helpful in getting everyone's situated. I got the fettuccine del mare and the garlic crusted grouper. Both were items that I would definitely get again. The octopus appetizer and the shrimp appetizer was also pretty amazing. The only item that I would pass on was the people in our group that got the hamburger weren't as thrilled. The mescalita was one of the best drinks. The Paloma not as good. We had a 3 and 5-year-old that shared the fettuccine del mare and they loved it. Overall great service and great food

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Taqueria Glenssy

4.9(12 reviews)

0.2 km•Isla Mujeres

Like many, we don't like to hit up places on vacation more than once but we ended going to this…read moreplace three times!!!! Here are the top three reasons why you should go here multiple times. 1)The food. All homemade and perfectly portioned. The guacamole and cheesy dish was the best appetizer I've ever had. I was pretty full with just that. Even the chips are homemade. For dinner we ate tacos and a quesadilla, both solid and eaten quickly. Earlier we got an omelette and it was perfect with plenty of sides. 2)Price. We two appetizers, two entrees and drinks and it cost about 300 pesos. That's 15 bucks for us Americanos. If you walked about ten steps across the street, you would pay for the same food at about triple that price. 2)People. So this place does not have fancy music, TVs or even nice chairs. It's simple, clean and family run. They were always super nice and quiet, never pushing anything but still attentive to our needs. I hope you enjoy this place as much as we did.

Ay dios, this place is so good! On my birthday this year, me, my boyfriend, and two of my friends…read morewent on a booze cruise from Cancún to Isla Mujeres. Because we had been on the resort for the majority of the time, we were on the hunt for an authentic taco stand on the island. After passing what seemed like 100 tourist trap restaurants, we walked right up to this place. One look at the handwritten menu and quaint, outdoor kitchen, we knew we had found the place. The menu featured various tacos, empanadas, ceviche, and other traditional Mexican street foods. I ordered three chicharron tacos (because I'm obsessed with fried pork), while my bf ordered an al pastor, a chorizo, and a chicharrón taco, along with three empanadas. The food was made fresh, so there was a bit of a wait, but not too long. Man oh man, was it worth the wait. I honestly wasn't even hungry, but couldn't pass up the chance to eat street tacos in MX. The chicharron was perfectly crispy with a nice fat-to-skin-to-meat ratio. Did I mention that the tortillas were all freshly handmade as well? Additionally, their salsa picante was just that-- picante! It was hot as Hades, which wasn't apparent from the light green color of the sauce. But try some, it's worth it. I was in Mexico for four days and these chicharron tacos were, without a doubt, the best thing I ate. Nom nom!

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Bertha's

4.7(18 reviews)

0.1 km•Isla Mujeres

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Went twice for breakfast and both times we're very happy. We were able to sit on the top level…read morewhich is very nice and the prices were more than fair. Recommend for breakfast. They also have lunch and dinner menus

We came here for dinner expecting to be blown away because of the great reviews. The best part of…read moreour visit was the amazing service and the great margaritas. We ate the ceviche trio, the black octopus and the green tomatillo ceviches were really nice but the red pico one tasted like the fish was caught in the marina, tasted awful. We had the seafood platter to two for dinner. It was good (not great). The seafood was over cooked. There was butter for the lobster that complimented well but would have liked a light sauce or vinaigrette for the salad and fish.

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The BEST EVER! EVER.

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Alma T.

3 years ago

I went to Xantolo following Yelp recommendations. I got a delicious Cochinita pibil and pan de elote as a dessert. Customer service and ambience were excellent. I was prepared with cash as I read that most restaurants in Isla Mujeres take cash only. read more