San José del Cabo Restaurants

Baan Thai: Delicious Pacific Rim cuisine. Fresh exotic flavors to satisfy your every taste. Featuring an eclectic menu of dishes from Indonesia, Thailand, Laos, and China, using fresh ingredients and herbs. Good range of domestic and imported wines. Morelos, between Obregón & Comonfort, Art District, downtown. Phone: 142-3344. Daily 12pm–10:30pm. L, D, S—MC, VS

Brisa Beach Club & Restaurant: Mexican fusion menu with daily specials in a beachside location. Casual atmosphere under a large palapa with full bar. Live music, fire shows, and satellite TV. Km. 28 Transp. Hwy., Costa Azul. Phone: 142-2444. Open daily 8am-11pm weekdays & 8am–2am weekends. B, L, D, S
Burger king: Burgers, salads, fries, & milkshakes. Blvd. M. Castro at Plaza La Ley. Ph: 142-5832. Daily 10am-11pm. L, D, S—MC, VS

Buzzards Bar & Grill: Good food, great beach view, on the road to world class surfing. Sunday brunch 9am–2:30pm. Bed and breakfast “La Fonda del Mar.” La Laguna, 5 Kms. (10 minutes) east of La Playita. Open Mon–Sat 8am–8:30pm; Sun 9am–2:30pm. B, L, D, S—$

Cactus Jack’s: Good Food! Good Prices! Home of the 9am-5pm daily happy hour. NFL football, karaoke, and dance music nightly. Blvd. Mijares at B. Juárez, downtown. Phone: 142-5601. Wed–Mon, 9am–4am. B, L, D, S—$

Chula Vista Restaurant: International gourmet cuisine under a soaring palapa overlooking the sea. At The Grand Baja Resort, Paseo San José. Phone: 146-7500, ext 8055. Open daily 7am-10:30pm. B, L, D, S—AX, MC, VS

Correcaminos Café: Baked goods, espresso bar, sandwiches, pastries, desserts and Internet Cafe. Plaza Misión, Blvd. Mijares. Open Mon-Sat 7am-9pm, Sun 7am-3pm. B, L, D—$

Da Antonio Ristorante: Authentic Italian specialties with attentive service overlooking the estuary. Relaxing ambience with live piano from 7pm-10pm. Next to the Presidente Inter-Continental Resort, Blvd. Mijares, Hotel Zone. Ph: 142-9229, Ext. 8000. Daily 6pm–10:30pm. D—AX, MC, VS

Damiana Bar & Patio: An 18th-century hacienda with a romantic patio surrounded by bougainvillea. Char-broiled lobster, Imperial shrimp steak, seafood and Mexican dishes as featured in Bon Appetit. Plaza Mijares #8. Phone: 142-0499. Open daily 10:30am–10:30pm. L, D, S—AX, MC, VS

Delight Cafe Gourmet: Ham and Cheese Croissants, Pastries, teas, coffees. Los Cabos Int’l Airport, Terminal 2. Ph: 105-2363. granosgourmet@hotmail.com; Daily—MC, VS

Domino’s Pizza: 30-min. delivery within SJD; Tue 2x1. Coral Baja, Km. 29.5 Transp. Hwy. Ph: 142-4033, 142-5056. Daily 10am-10pm—$

El Chilar: Haute Mexican cuisine at its best. A colorful rustic ambience with full bar, wine bar, reasonable prices, A/C; and private chef services. B. Juárez at Morelos, near Telmex. Phone: 146-9798. Mon–Sat 3pm–10pm. D—$

El Comal: Mexican cuisine in a historic San José hacienda. Delight your senses with colorful bougainvillas, scented fruit trees and a feast of Mexican flavors in an enchanting courtyard. Plaza La Casa de Don Rodrigo, Blvd. Mijares, downtown. Phone: 142-5508. Mon-Sat: Lunch: 11am-3pm; Dinner: 6pm-10pm. L, D, S—MC, VS

El Retiro: Al fresco breakfast and lunch, small eclectic menu, great prices. Ph: 142-0388, ext 3. In El Encanto Suites, Morelos & Comonfort. Open 8am-4pm. B, L, S—$

French Riviera Restaurant & Bakery: Quiche, croissants, baguettes, salads & crepes. Freshly baked breads, cakes and pastries; homemade ice cream, and custom wedding and birthday cakes; A/C. M. Doblado & M. Hidalgo, downtown. Phone: 142-3350, 142-3351, 142-3361. 7:30am–10:30pm. B, L, D—MC, VS

Habanero’s: Chef Tadd Chapman’s Mexican Fusion Cuisine at reasonable prices. Tacos, quesadillas, signature salads, burritos and burgers for lunch; Gingered Ahi Wontons with Mango Maui Sauce or Filet Mignon with Portabello, port au jus, and Surf & Turf dinners. Wine list & full bar. Plaza Misión, Blvd. Mijares. Ph: 142-2626. Mon–Sat, 11am–10pm. L, D, S—$

Havana Supper Club: Fine dining, great bar, hot nights, cool jazz. Costa Azul, Km. 29 Transp. Hwy. Ph: 142-2603. Mon-Sat 6pm-12am—$

Jazmin’s Rrestaurant: Mexican food, seafood and vegetarian dishes with full bar and fair prices in a family atmosphere since 1994. Morelos between Zaragoza & A. Obregón, downtown. Phone: 142-1760; Cell: 044-624-122-1180. www.loscabosguide.com/jazminrestaurant/. Daily 7am–10:30pm. B, L, D—AX, MC, VS

La Dolce: Known for fresh pastas, Italian specialties and traditional Italian pizzas. Full bar, lovely al fresco courtyard and heritage building. Plaza Mijares, behind the bandstand, downtown. sladolce@1cabonet.com.mx; Phone: 142-6621, 142-6622. Tue-Sun 1pm–11pm. L, D—MC, VS

La Panga Antigua: A charming courtyard set in a colonial mansion in the heart of colonial San José del Cabo. Fresh seafood and fine cuts. Full bar and excellent wine list. Zaragoza #20, across from the church, downtown. Reservations recommended. Phone: 142-4041. Email: seafood@lapanga.com; Open daily 2pm–10pm. L, D—AX, MC, VS

Las Catrinas Cenaduria: Traditional well-priced Mexican food, to go or eat in. Valerio González near Morelos, Col. 1 de Mayo. Phone: 142-2544. Tue-Sun 2pm-10:30pm. L, D—$
Local Eight: Innovative International specialties; fine wines. Reservations suggested. Plaza Misión, Blvd. Mijares. Ph: 142-6655. Open Mon-Fri 11am-10:30pm, Sat-Sun, 6–10:30pm. www. localeight.com. L, D, S—MC, VS

Mama Mia: International menu, wood oven pizza, Mexican Fiesta, reggae and BBQ night. Live music. Coral Baja, Km. 29.5 Transp. Hwy. Ph: 142-3939, ext 730. www.mamamia.com.mx; Daily 8am-10pm. D—AX, MC, VS
Mi Cocina at Casa Natalia: Unforgettable al fresco dining. Owner-Chef Loïc Tenoux’s cuisine is consistently superb. Fine wines, premium tequilas, and full bar. Casa Natalia, behind Plaza Mijares, downtown. Ph: 142-5100/5110. Daily 6–10pm. D—AX, MC, VS

Morgan’s Encore: International cuisine; live music. Morelos at Obregon, historic district. Phone: 142-4737. Daily from 6pm. D—MC, VS

Morgan’s Restaurant & Cellar: International cuisine from Chef Peter McGeown. Singer & guitarist. M. Doblado & Hidalgo. Phone: 142-3825. Daily from 6pm. D—AX, MC, VS

Passaparola: Authentic Northern Italian cuisine and pizza in a small bistro setting. Plaza José Green, Blvd. Mijares, downtown. Phone: 146-9399. Tue-Sun 1:30pm-10pm. L, D—$

Posada Terranova Restaurant & Bar: Seafood and Mexican cuisine in a terrace setting. Family-owned posada with homestyle food at reasonable prices. Full bar. Degollado near M. Doblado, downtown. Email: terranova@prodigy.net.mx; Phone: 142-0534. Open daily 7am–10pm. B, L, D—AX, MC, VS

Rusty Putter: Ocean view dining and sports bar with satellite TV and mini golf: $35/kids; $60/adults. Paseo San José, Hotel Zone. Phone: 142-4546. Daily 8am–11pm. B, L, D—MC, VS
Sardina Cantina: A/C restaurant and sports bar. Km. 29 Transp. Hwy. Ph: 146-9531. Daily 7:30am–11:30pm. B, L, D, S—MC, VS

7 Seas: Fine dining in the San José del Cabo area. Mediterranean and Mexican flavors and creative seafood dishes under a palapa overlooking the beach and surf break. Special events and weddings welcome. Cabo Surf Hotel, Acapulquito Beach, Km. 28 Transp. Hwy. Email: info@cabosurfhotel.com. Phone: 142-2666. US & Canada toll free: (858) 964-5117. Open daily 7am–10pm. www.cabosurfhotel.com. B, L, D, S—AX, MC, VC

Shooter Sports Bar: Shooters is “San José’s Rooftop Spot” - happy hour from 11am to 6pm daily, live music Wed and Sat nights, 8 TVs, 3 satellite systems, good food, and cheap prices. M. Doblado at Blvd. Mijares. Ph: 146-9900. Wed-Mon 11am-11pm & Fri 11am-2am. L, D, S—MC, VS
Subway Sandwiches: Sandwiches, salads and subs. Coral Baja, Km. 29, Transp. Hwy. & IA. Ph: 142-1677. Daily 8am–10pm. L, D, S—$

TAQUERíA EL FOGóN: Warm casual atmosphere, away from the crowd. Tacos with handmade tortillas, nice variety of salsas and tasty toppings. M. Doblado Av. s/n, Col. Centro. Open daily 8:20am–2am. B, L, D, S—$
Tequila: Beautiful garden dining with Asian and Mediterranean highlights & organic ingredients. Full bar and cigar bar. M. Doblado off Mijares, downtown. Ph:142-1155. Daily 6pm–11pm. D—ax

THE TULIP TREE – El Tulipan: The “Tulip Tree” has offered locals and tourists large portions at reasonable prices in a charming courtyard since 1998. Open at 5pm for dinner daily. On the corner of M. Doblado and Blvd. Mijares. Ph: (624) 146-9900. L, D, S—MC, VS
Tropicana Restaurant Bar: Mexican dishes and seafood specialties with live music and A/C. Blvd. Mijares 30. Ph: 142-1580. Daily 8am–10:30pm. B, L, D, S—AX, VS, MC

Voila Bistro Catering: Mexican cuisine with French flair in a patio setting with fire pit, and intimate A/C dining room dating to the 1800s. Famous lobster burritos, seafood, steaks & more. Full bar. Plaza Paulina, Morelos & Comonfort, Art District. Reservations are suggested. Phone/Fax: 130-7569. www.voila-events.com; Mon-Sat 12pm–10pm. Email: voilaforfood@yahoo.com. L, D—VS, MC

Zipper’s Bar & Grill: Casual dining on Costa Azul Beach under a palapa near the sand. Mesquite grilled steaks, ribs, seafood, sandwiches and burgers. Sports bar & live music on weekends. Km. 28.5 Transp. Hwy. Ph: 172-6162. Open daily 11–11; Fri & Sat until we close. L, D, S—$