$$ Salvatore G's
★4.9Italian Restaurant · 2.9k reviews
Relaxed eatery offering hefty pasta dishes & other Italian entrees, plus wine & cocktails.
S/N, Vicente Guerrero, Emiliano Zapata, Centro, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
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Cabo Restaurants
Los Cabos has a food scene that punches well above its resort-town weight. Whether you're eating at a beachfront palapa in <a href="/cabo-san-lucas/">Cabo San Lucas</a> or a farm-to-table spot tucked into San José's culinary district, the cooking draws on exceptional local ingredients: the Sea of Cortez delivers some of the freshest seafood in Mexico, and Baja California Sur farms supply chiles, herbs, and tropical fruit year-round. Browse the listings below to find restaurants that fit your style and neighborhood.
About dining in Los Cabos
The dining landscape splits naturally by zone. Cabo San Lucas concentrates its restaurants around the marina and the streets radiating from it. You'll find everything from casual taquerias to open-air seafood kitchens to polished spots with sunset views over the water. The marina strip is convenient and lively, and competition among restaurants in that corridor keeps quality high for what you're paying. If you're staying near Médano Beach, the beach club scene overlaps with dining, and you can transition from lunch to a full dinner without moving.
San José del Cabo operates at a different pace. The historic center around the Plaza Mijares and the Art District has developed a serious culinary identity over the past decade, with chefs sourcing locally and menus that go beyond the expected. A Thursday evening meal timed around the Art District Gallery Walk is one of the better low-key evenings you can plan in Los Cabos. Todos Santos, about an hour north on the Pacific side, adds a small but notable collection of creative restaurants aimed at visitors staying there or passing through on a day trip.
Price tiers follow a predictable pattern. Street-style tacos, ceviche counters, and casual Mexican kitchens run $, often under $15 per person. Mid-range restaurants with full menus, cocktails, and table service are generally $$, roughly $25 to $55 per person. The more polished marina spots, Art District destinations, and hotel restaurants trend $$$ and above, where dinner for two with drinks can clear $150 without much effort. Paying in pesos rather than USD typically gets you a better effective rate at most restaurants.
How to choose and what to expect
Fresh seafood is the clearest reason to eat well in Los Cabos. Yellowfin tuna, dorado, local shrimp, chocolate clams, and whatever came off the sportfishing boats that morning show up on menus across price points. If you see a daily catch special, it's worth ordering. Baja Med cuisine, which blends Mexican technique with Mediterranean and Asian influences, shows up in upscale spots throughout the region and reflects the local culinary identity more than any imported trend.
Peak season runs November through April. During January, February, and March, popular restaurants fill early, especially those with marina or ocean views. Reservations are worth making at least a day ahead for dinner at the better-known spots. If you're staying at one of the best all-inclusive resorts, your hotel concierge can often secure tables that are otherwise hard to book on short notice. For a broader look at where to base yourself to reach the dining you want, the Resorts and Hotels directory is a useful starting point for cross-referencing neighborhoods. For visitors considering a longer stay or extended time in the region, the Real Estate directory covers the local market.
A few practical notes before you sit down: most restaurants add a service charge (usually 10 to 15 percent) to the bill, and tipping an additional amount on top is customary if service is good. The standard tip expectation in tourist areas is 15 to 20 percent of the total. Check the bill before adding more. For a full breakdown of money conventions in Los Cabos, see the Los Cabos Travel Guide. The listings below are organized by category and area to help you find the right fit.
18 cabo restaurants
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$$ Mango Deck
★4.4Bar & Grill · 6.5k reviews
Breakfast dishes, Mexican snacks & drinks served on a covered terrace or at tables on the sand.
Playa El Medano S/N, El Medano Ejidal, El Medano, 23453 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
$$$ Flora Farms
★4.7Restaurant · 3.6k reviews
Seasonal, field-to-table plates in an airy, rustic-chic dining hall with patio seating.
Carretera Transpeninsular San José del Cabo Km. 30 Las Ánimas Bajas, 23407 San José del Cabo, B.C.S.
$$ The Office on the Beach
★4.3Bar & Grill · 5.7k reviews
Vibrant beachfront restaurant featuring local & global food & cocktails, plus regular live music.
Playa El Medano S/N, El Medano Ejidal, El Medano, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
$$$ Sunset Monalisa
★4.5Fine Dining Restaurant · 2.4k reviews
Tasting menus of stylishly plated Mediterranean dishes on a sprawling terrace overlooking the ocean.
km 6, México 1 1, Tourist Corridor, Misiones del, 23455 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
$$ Outpost
★4.7Restaurant · 1.7k reviews
Boulevard Paseo de la Marina esquina con avenida cabo san lucas Centro, Centro, San Lucas, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Come a Casa
★4.9Italian Restaurant · 1.2k reviews
Ignacio Zaragoza, 5 de Febrero, 23400 San José del Cabo, B.C.S.
$$$ Acre Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
★4.6Restaurant · 1.8k reviews
Creative cuisine with a farm-to-table focus, plus innovative cocktails, in a stylish garden setting.
C. Rincón de las Animas S/N, Ánimas Bajas, 23407 San José del Cabo, B.C.S.
San Lucero Restaurant & Wine Bar
★4.8Restaurant · 1.2k reviews
C. Cabo San Lucas entre Revolucion de 1910 y Libertad, Downtown, Ildefonso Green, 23460 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Mother Flower
★4.9Mexican Restaurant · 806 reviews
Vicente Guerrero y Francisco I. Madero, Centro, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Sead Soul to Table
★4.9Restaurant · 706 reviews
T1ME & CO, México 1 Km 5.5-Primer Piso, Misiones del Cabo, Cabo Bello, 23455 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
$$ Hacienda Cocina y Cantina
★4.6Mexican Restaurant · 1.1k reviews
Fish dishes, gourmet tacos & cocktails at sunset on a chic, breezy terrace overlooking the beach.
Calle, P.º de La Marina 4732, El Medano Ejidal, Colonia El Medano, 23453 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
El Huerto Farm to Table
★4.7Restaurant · 907 reviews
Calle Sin Nombre SN, Rancho San Angel, 23454 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
$$ Solomon's Landing Los Cabos
★4.5Restaurant · 1.2k reviews
Open-air locale offering seafood dishes, cocktails & marina views in a relaxed, thatch-roof setting.
Blvd. Paseo de la Marina Centro, Centro, Marina, 23450 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
SAGE Baja
★4.8Restaurant · 767 reviews
Jose Maria Morelos 133, Centro, 23400 San José del Cabo, B.C.S.
$$$ SUR Beach House
★4.5Restaurant · 1.1k reviews
A robust drink list & elevated international cuisine are offered at this chic beachfront venue.
Cormoranes s/n, entre pelícanos y acuario, El Medano Ejidal, El Medano, 23453 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Casa Martín Restaurante
★4.8Restaurant · 623 reviews
Lienzo Charro, 23470 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
$$ Cascadas Beach Grill
★4.7Restaurant · 710 reviews
Woodsy all-day grill with a thatched roof offering local dishes, seafood & steaks.
Cam. Viejo a San Jose, El Medano Ejidal, 23410 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need reservations at restaurants in Cabo?
For popular spots, especially in peak season (December through March), yes. Marina-view tables and restaurants in San José's Art District fill early on weekends and holiday weeks. Book a day or two ahead for dinner at any restaurant you've specifically chosen. Walk-ins work fine at casual spots and beach clubs during shoulder season.
Should I pay in pesos or US dollars?
Pesos give you a better effective rate at most restaurants. USD is widely accepted in Cabo San Lucas and the Corridor, but the exchange rate applied at point of sale is often less favorable than what you'd get from an ATM withdrawal or a currency exchange. Pay in pesos whenever you have them; use USD as a backup.
Is the seafood in Los Cabos fresh?
Yes, and it's one of the best reasons to eat here. The Sea of Cortez is one of the most biologically rich bodies of water in the world, and local fishing boats supply restaurants daily. Tuna, dorado, shrimp, and chocolate clams are sourced regionally and move through quickly. Ask about the daily catch and order it.
What price range should I expect for dinner in Cabo?
Casual taquerias and ceviche counters can run under $15 per person. Sit-down restaurants with full menus and cocktails typically run $25 to $55 per person. Upscale marina spots and hotel restaurants often run $75 or more per person with drinks. The food quality at the mid-range level is strong, so you don't need to go all the way upscale to eat well.
Where are the best restaurants in Los Cabos concentrated?
Cabo San Lucas has the highest density, mostly around the marina and adjacent streets. San José del Cabo's historic center and Art District have developed into a more locally focused culinary zone that rewards exploring on foot. The Corridor resort strip has hotel restaurants that range from good to excellent. Todos Santos, roughly an hour north, has a small cluster of creative restaurants worth a stop if you're making the drive.