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Cozumel Restaurants & Eateries |
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It stands to reason that a tropical island paradise like Cozumel which enjoys over 4 million visitors annually would have its share of restaurants to boast about. As the number of high end, commercial eating establishments continues to grow, Cozumel is very fortunate in that the majority of its restaurants are not franchised or company owned but instead are entrepreneurial efforts where multiple generations of an entire family participate.
 Enjoying a meal at one of these family operated restaurants is literally like being invited into their home to sample the delicious flavors enjoyed by their household. And with many people relocating to Cozumel now from various parts of Mexico like Oxaca and Michoacan, there are restaurants that prepare traditional Mexican food with regional flair completely different from the Yucatan flavors found in this area.
Those adventurous travelers who have wandered back into the regular neighborhoods of Cozumel will see that there is at least one eatery in every city block and often times 2 or three. Up until just a few years ago, the most common way of getting around the island was by walking or bike. In addition, many households did not have refrigerators or alot of room to store foodstuffs. Since folks didn't want to go far for groceries and welcomed the opportunity not to have to cook a meal several times a day, corner markets and neighborhood eateries became plentiful and inexpensive.
We've often heard it said upon taking an island visitor to a neighborhood eatery: "Gosh, this place would make a fortune if it were just located downtown." The truth is, the eatery was not initially established for tourists but rather by a family wanting to serve a neighborhood. If a tourist or two happens to find these places then that's a bonus to these entrepreneurs. It is only by good luck that we find these quality establishments scattered throughout our city.
 Island visitors will find countless restaurants along the waterfront and throughout downtown San Miguel and many of these are listed here. However, in the spirit of supporting a long stand element of this island culture, COZUMELINSIDER has also elected to also seek out and present some of the lesser-known, predominantly family-owned places that first-time visitors might otherwise miss.
We will continue to add to our list and keep it current as we discover more great places to eat, and we invite all of you to do the same. Please send your comments, reviews, and/or suggestions to questions@cozumelinsider.com
A number of island restauranteurs give taxi drivers a commission for every customer they bring to their business. This has resulted in some drivers telling visitors that the restaurant they are requesting is closed, that the food is not good, or just generally insisting that they go where the driver wants to take them. We suggest that you print out our restaurant information and bring it along, so you can give the taxi driver the correct address and there will be no confusion about where you want to go.
"The Black Pearl Restaurant & Beach" - Food, Drinks and Beach Front - Heaven!!!
Established: 2011
Amenities: Casual Dining, Beachfront, Massage & More.
Location: Avenida Mahahual Mz. 4 Lt. 3
Website: www.blackpearlcostamaya.com |
Cuisine: Mexican & Tex-Mex
Vegetarian
Seafood & Carribbean
Hours: Daily
11:00am - 8:00pm
Can change based on local activity, special events and demand.
Phone: 983-834-5618 |
Join new owners Amber & Christina and Chef Juan at their newly remodeled restaurant! They will make you feel right at home! You can sit outside on the beach, enjoy WONDERFUL food (you HAVE to try the Shrimp Cocktail - INCREDIBLE) and really kick back and make it an entire day. They have very affordable massages (only $20.00 USD) by "certified" therapists, you can purchase a package deal (see coupon), all while sipping on a cocktail (killer Margarita's). Relax and forget all your trouble with great food, panoramic views and wonderful drinks!!! |
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"Jerusalem Restaurant & Store" - A Taste of the Mediterranean in Paradise!
Established: 2011
Hours: Monday thru Thursday
8:30am - 9:00pm
Friday
8:30am - 3:00pm
Sunday
1:30pm - 9:30 pm
Phone: 987-869-5333
Reservations Accepted
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Cuisine: Mediterranean
Location: Rafael E Melgar &
Calle 10 Sur
Forum Shops
2nd Floor
Website: www.dicozumel.net/jerusalem/index.html |
Charming place to enjoy all the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine & with a high quality glatt kosher cuts of steaks, fishes & burgers. Friendly staff and excellent service!  |
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"Carlos'N Charlie's" - World Famous & All Around Favorite Spot!
Carlos n' Charlie's is the place to go to relax and enjoy a good time with friends day or night. It is a 100% Mexican restaurant and bar where the genuine personality and the subtle humor of the founder of the Anderson Group are present in every detail. The customers can behave as they wish, dancing and singing or just watching the fun. The big differences at Carlos n' Charlie's are the kindness and good sense of humor of the staff, the original dishes and beverages and primarily the unsurpassable experiences that you will have when you visit this unique restaurant. |
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"El Muellecito Cantina Marisqueria" - Great Ocean Views!
Established: 2012
Hours: Sunday
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Monday thru Saturday
1:00pm - 1:00am
Phone: 987-872-4421
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Menu: Seafood
Mexican & Caribbean
Location: Rafael E Melgar
& Calle 11 Sur
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El Muellecito Cozumel welcomes a unique concept on the island; a seafront second story deck where you can get lost within the never-ending sailor men stories the walls can tell thru pictures, trophies, posters and more. A varied menu of great seafood, flavor full appetizers, and finger licking entrees! Then we have the “cantina” aspect of the place offering a wide menu of popular drinks and huge 1-liter cold beers spiced up with singular flavors, and at 7pm… the trendy DJ music turns the little great “restau-bar” into a marine lounge!
GREAT Bar Specials throughout the week! |
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"El Museo Restaurant" - Brunch & a Bit of History All Together 
Established: 1990
2012 Under New Management
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-0838 |
Cuisine: Traditional locals style Mexican food
Location: Roof Top of Museum
Avenida Rafael Melgar
Between Calles 4 & 6 Norte |
The Cozumel Museum Restaurant is an incredible beachfront place to enjoy while sitting on the 2nd floor balcony of the museum overlooking the beautiful downtown bay area. In the Fall of 2012, new management took over and revamped the menu and extended the operating hours to provide breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Why not make a half day outing of it and spend some time enjoying {LINK /MUSEUM The Cozumel Museum}
Great fruit plate and waffles but avoid Sunday breakfast time as it is always packed with locals! |
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"Guido's Restaurant" - Sherri loves this place!
Established: 1978
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday
3:00pm - 9:30pm
Advance Reservations Advised
{Tell Yvonne that Sherri sent you!}
Phone: 987-872-0946
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Cuisine: Italian Seafood & Pasta
Location: Rafael E. Melgar #23
Between Calle 6 & 8 Norte
Website: www.guidoscozumel.com |
Chef and restauranteur Yvonne Villiger has brought together passion for food, personal service and dedication to this second-generation Cozumel restaurant established in 1978 by her father Guido.
The wood-fired oven where great tasting pizza & lasagna are cooked and their homemade pastas make it a unique experience.
Yvonne's daily Specials of fresh fish, seafood platters and meats are well known to locals and tourists alike.
Guidos Cozumel Reastaurant in Mexico offers a finely selected assortment of international wines and Guido's famous pitcher of Sangria help round out a memorable meal.
Full Bar - House made desserts - Coffees and liqueurs |
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"Hard Rock Café" - Wait for the Playa ferry here @Hard Rock!
The Hard Rock Café offers the best rock and the best food with live music, restaurant, bar and boutique. Ideally located just across from the downtown ferry, it's a fantastic place to go and watch the sunset or wait for an arriving or departing Playa del Carmen ferry. TERRIFIC NACHOS HERE!!
Live Music - Every Saturday from 11:00pm to 3:00am! |
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"Jeanie's Cozumel"
Established: 2006
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
7:00am - 3:00pm
Phone: 987-878-4647
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Cuisine: Breakfast - American Style from 7:00am to 12:00pm
Lunch - Sandwiches , Burgers &Tacos all Day
Dinner - Mexican & Seafood from 6:00pm to 11:00pm
Location: Avenida Rafael Melgar
Just north of Avenida Andrés Quintana Roo
(formerly Calle 11 Sur)
Website: www.jeaniescozumel.com/index.htm |
Under different management since 2005 and just next door to the original location, Jeanie's remains an excellent breakfast place serving great eggs and waffles. Tacos are served in the afternoons in both the traditional fashion, as well as Tex-Mex and then the place turns into a sports bar on weekend nights with live music. |
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"Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Cozumel"
Come party beachside at Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville in Cozumel! This beach club/restaurant is ideally located just downtown for those not wanting to venture far from the shopping or other nightlife. Relax and kickback to the tropical sound of Buffet in this fun, lively place and enjoy the beautiful ocean view of Punta Langosta. Featuring DJ music, Jimmy Buffett of course, rock and pop.
Sunset are beautiful here with a couple of 'ritas! |
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"La Casa del Habano Steak Tapas Bar" - The Perfect Recipe to Give You What You Deserve!
This very cozy tapas bar and restaurant is located in downtown Cozumel, in front of the ferry pier. It is a great place to relax, watch sporting events on their flat screens, sip on a refreshing cocktail and have some snacks, or a full meal, from the tapas bar and restaurant. Their entrees feature steaks and seafood, fresh salads and a nice selection of desserts. All of this, combined with the views you have while dining inside or from the deck make this a stop worth trying. |
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"Palmeras Restaurant" - Just across from the ferry pier!
Ideally located in the heart of downtown on the beachfront and across from the ferry pier, this restaurant offers a spectacular ocean view and is very handy if traveling to/from Playa on the ferry. One can purchase ferry tickets and then sit back for a cup of coffee and breakfast here right up until just a couple of minutes before the ferry departs.
The wait staff have all worked here for years so the service is excellent and the menu offers a variety of Mexican platters and American food for all three meals. One might consider this the Cozumel version of "Denny's" in the USA. |
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"Pancho's Backyard" - Amazing Mexican Seafood Menu!
Established: 1990
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
10:00am - 11:00pm
Sundays
6:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-2141
Reservations Recommended
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Cuisine: Mexican & Seafood
Location: Avenida Rafael Melgar #27
Between Calles 6 & 8 Norte
Inside Los Cinco Soles Mall
Website: www.panchosbackyard.com/ |
Beautiful setting in a very historical building of Cozumel. The lush patio features splashing fountains and tasteful decor which makes for a relaxing and pleasant dining experience. All menu items are excellent depending on if you’re in the mood for seafood or Mexican food. My pick: Mexican Platter that has chiles rellenos on it. These are a MUST TRY item ~ they are not like any chile relleno you’ve ever had! They also have live Marimba Music during lunch, so don't miss out on this expereince (bring your camera)!
The chiles rellenos are vegetarian and are made in limited quantities so don't be surprised if they've run out before you arrive! |
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"Pepe's Grill" - Seafood & Steak - Cozumel Tradition for decades!
Another long established island restaurant still going strong due to their extensive menu, excellent service and lovely 2nd floor sunset view of the malecon!! The shrimp and mushroom appetizer are definitely worth a trip!
Carnavaleros make your reservations well in advance for THE ONLY AIR CONDITIONED, fine dining view of the Carnaval parades each year!! And if I can't get a table because of this tip, I'll want to sit with you! |
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"Prima Trattoria" - One of Sherri's Long Time Favorites!
Established: 1994
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 11:00pm
Advance Reservations Advised
{Tell them Sherri sent you!}
Phone: 987-872-4242 |
Cuisine: Northern Italian
Seafood & Pasta
Location: El Cantil Tower North - Top Floor
Rafael E. Melgar & Ave. Xel Ha (Calle 13)
Website: www.primacozumel.com/index.htm |
In May 2009, this long time island favorite restaurant was relocated to the top floor of El Cantil Condos which took sunset viewing to an all new level. From its new roof top location 9 floors above the downtown area, the view is spectacular of both sunset as well as the city.
Over the years, the Northern Italian style cuisine menu has been updated and new dishes added but the variety and classic flavors combined with the freshest seafood imaginable are what keep patrons coming back year after year.
Try the blue cheese salad or the fresh yellowfin tuna appetizer to start! Then go for the surf and turf for a mix or the seafood liguini combo ~ both will suit you! This is one of my favorite places to have seafood ~ it's super fresh! |
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"Rolandi's Restaurant Bar & Pizzaria" - Sherri loves this place!
Established: 1979 Cancun
2010 Cozumel
Hours: Daily
11:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-1097
Other: Advance Reservations Advised
{Tell the Manager that Cozumelinsider sent you!} |
Cuisine: Italian Seafood & Pasta
Location: Rafael E. Melgar at
Calle 11 Sur
Website: http://www.rolandipizzeria.com/ |
In 1979, Rolandi's began in Cancun as a little italian restaurant where local people used to go and enjoy the delicious Italian food and pizza. Today this family owned business has restaurants in Isla Mujeres, Playa del Carmen and now Cozumel.
Today, more than 20 years later, Rolandi's Restaurant & Pizzeria is still a top choice favorite due to its incredible passion for great taste and service. The menu has lots to choose from, prices are very reasonable and their amazing brick oven baked pita pocket garlic bread is included with your meal (no extra charge)!
Located right on the water, guests can sit outside on the patio near the sea to enjoy a sunset or dine inside where one section near the bar even has a flat screen TV view. |
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"Starbucks Coffee" - Cozumel now has Starbucks!!
Cuisine: Coffee
Muffins
Sandwiches
Location: Rafael Melgar inside
Punta Langosta Mall
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Hours: Daily
5:00 -11:00pm
Phone: Unknown |
Have your chocolate latte even in paradise! So many beverage choices of coffees, lattes, capuccinos, lots of snack choices from cookies, muffins, cakes and sandwich selections now available also. |
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"The Thirsty Cougar Seaside Boozery and Kitchen" - Cougar Town!!!
Established: January 2012
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
9:30am - 7:30pm
Phone: 987-869-0214 |
Cuisine: Mexican
American
Margarita's
Location: Rafael Melgar entre calle 3 y 5
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This new "Boozery and Kitchen" was opened by Chad and Klara, best known for Wet Wendy's Margarita House & Restaurant. Opened in January 2012, they are located right on the waterfront in gorgeous downtown Cozumel (right under Chi's). You will find many of the popular (and favorite) menu items from Wet Wendy's, just a smaller menu and an incredible view. And don't forget the MARGARITA'S! So stop in from a day of shopping in downtown Cozumel, pull up a bar stool, relax and enjoy the view and refresh yourself with a snack and bar beverage! |
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"Tiki Tok Restaurant Bar"
Cuisine: American (New & Traditional)
Caribbean
Italian
Mexican & Seafood
Vegetarian
Location: Ave. Rafael E. Melgar
Between 2nd & 4th St. North
UPSTAIRS
Phone: 987-869-8119
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Hours: Sunday thru Thursday
7:00am - 3:00am
Friday thru Saturday
7:00am - 4:00am
Services: Breakfast
Brunch & Lunch
Dinner
Website: www.tikitokcozumel.com |
Hopping waterfront restaurant and bar with live music and dancing daily! Upstairs on the waterfront this place is very popular with the local salsa dancers! Check them out if you're looking to learn or just simply watch some of the HOTTEST Latino salsa dancers around! Band plays a variety of dance music as well.
So kick off your shoes, feel the sand between your toes and enjoy a beautiful sunset with one of our many tropical drinks. Our extensive food menu includes international, italian, vegetarian, and mexican food (just like my mother-in-law makes). Stick around for some dancing. They have a live salsa band every Friday and Saturday nights and a DJ every night. Visit and let your inner tiki tok!
Happy hour daily from 5:00pm to 6:00pm and includes 2 for 1 domestic drinks! |
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"Viva Mexico Snackbar" - Fun atmosphere! Great view of water!
Menu: Appetizers
Salads
Burgers
Quesadillas, Guacamole and more
Location: Rafael E Melgar at
Corner of AR Salas
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Hours: Monday thru Thursday
10:00am - 7:00pm
Friday thru Saturday
10:00am - 4:00am
Phone: 987-872-0799
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Fun, lively bar and restaurant with music and music videos! |
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"Cafe Caribe" - Very delicious gourmet coffee!
Cuisine: Coffee
Baked Goods
Location: Av. 10a Sur 215
Chedraui Shopping Center -outside parking lot |
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 1:00pm
6:00pm - 10:30pm
Phone: 987-872-1955
987-872-1403 |
Delicious gourmet coffee! You can purchase whole beans to be ground or drink a cup there! |
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"Los Chilangos Loncheria" - Cocina Economica
Cuisine: Mexican Lunch Plate Specials
Location: Avenida 10 between Calles 13 and 15 Sur
Credit Cards: None |
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Phone: (987) 872-3072 |
You are welcomed into the home of this lovely family to sit down at their few tables and have a family style lunch which includes soup, entrée, and punch drink all for one low price. Menu varies daily but typically includes beef , pork, and chicken entrées from which to choose. For the gringo's, you must try the tea, hand's down the best on the island! |
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"Natur Island Cocina Natural" - Natural Food Restaurant!
Cuisine: Comida Saludable
Comida Corrida
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
8:00am - 8:00pm
Services: Free Delivery!
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Menu: Includes omelettes, fresh juices, sandwiches, salads, soups and pastas!
Location: Ave. Andres Quintana Roo
11 Sur Between Ave. 5 y 10
Phone: 987-872- 4898 |
Natur Island, located right below Ego Gym, offers another healthy eating option to the island. Serving both breakfast, lunch and dinner the menu is full of fresh and delicious choices! |
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"Abuelo Gerardo Restaurant"
Cuisine: Caribbean
Seafood
Mexican
Location: 10th Avenida
& Calle 2 Norte
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Hours: Daily
7:30am - 11:00pm
Phone: 978-872-1012 |
The food and staff at this place are simply AWESOME and you will find the same staff here year after year just waiting for you and other old friends to return! Incredible "FRESH" seafood is the specialty and breakfas's are sooooo YUMMY! Food is always consistent, very appetizing and the presentation is GREAT! And the service as mentioned is always top notch and friendly! My favorites are the mole enchiladas and their ceviche ~ because it's so fresh and tangy. Oh... and the Huevos Motulenos and Huevos Gerardo are the best way to start of a wonderful day in Cozumel!!! |
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"Agave Margaritas Bar & Mexican Cuisine" - Pass The Salt & Lime Please!
Located just off the square in downtown Cozumel, Agave is a pefect place to enjoy lunch or dinner! Wonderful Mexican cuisine made fresh here every day. We recommend the quesadillas which are some of the best on the island. The guacamole and pico de gallo are VERY tasty - pico has parmesan and pesto added ~ sounds a little strange but makes it quite amazing. And you absolutely have to try a Margarita so be brave - do the Coconut and Cucumber one! Stop in and ENJOY! |
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"Al Pie del Carbon Restaurant" - Cozy Argentinian Steak House!
Established: 2008
Hours: Monday thru Friday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday thru Sunday
3:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-101-2599
Reservations Advised |
Cuisine: Barbeque
Burgers
Seafood
Steakhouse
Location: Corner of Calle 6 Norte
& Avenida 5
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An excellent example of the "new wave" of restaurants opening in Cozumel the past few years. These Argentinians know their beef and just how to prepare it! Offering a great selection of beef cuts, salads and appetizers, this place specializes in grilling.
The "must try" items here are the grilled vegetable salad and the empanadas which you WILL NOT find on the regular menu! The emapanadas are a specialty item prepared by hand and BAKED...not fried. For a 2 person light meal, order 2 plus the grilled salad and share!
Dining area has A/C but this is a great place to sit outside under the umbrellas and enjoy wine and appetizers! |
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"Albertos Beach Bar Restaurant" - Best Tail I Ever Had!
Cuisine: Breakfast, Lunch and Sunset Dinner
Fish, Lobster, Mexican food
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-869-1228
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Amenities: Sunset Dinners, Snorkel Tours, Fishing Trips, Parasailing, Massage,
Souvenirs Store & Live Music
Location: 601 Rafael E. Melgar Across from Naval Base
EAST SIDE LOCATION: Coming Soon!
Website: www.albertosbeachbar.com |
Alberto's now has two locations and a third opening soon! The downtown restaurant is on Melgar across from the Naval Base while the beach club is further south outside of town. Soon a third location will open on the east side of the island as yet another beach restaurant.
Featuring tons of beach activities and delicious lobster, grilled shrimp, fish, conch, ceviches and a fantastic bar, this beach location is a great place to sun, swim, snorkel and relax!  |
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"Albino's Restaurant" - You Know Our Palapa
Established: 2000
Hours: Daily
12:00pm - 9:00pm
Phone: 987-869-2510 |
Cuisine: Seafood
Location: Avenida 20
Between Calles 10 and 12 Norte
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Albino's is a popular seafood restaurant for a nice night out. Located in a neighborhood and upstairs under a large palapa roof, their preparation and presentation are first rate.
Although not generally publicized since they do host large groups year round, this restaurant is typically open daily only during high season months. |
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"Alfredo di Roma Restaurant" - Incredible Italian Food!
Located inside the newly renovated Presidente Intercontinental Cozumel Resort & Spa, this slice of Italy features spectacular views of the beach. Try many classic Italian dishes (seafood risotto, grilled sea bass and fennel and many other wondefully tasty selections) in a very stylish setting! The wine selection is WONDERFUL! |
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"Ambar Lounge" - Cool bar on the plaza!
Cuisine: Italian
Location: On the Plaza
Avenida 5
Between Calle 1Sur
& AR Salas
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Hours: Monday thruTuesday
9:00am - 12:00am
Wednesday thru Saturday
9:00am- 3:00am
Phone: 987-869-1955 |
Ambar is a great place to relax and chill out on the plaza. It has a nice vibe and good atmosphere. From the walkway out front it appears small but passes through to a beautiful patio and garden to sit outside and enjoy drinks. All around cool place to check out. Typically offers live entertainment on the weekends. |
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"Bahia del Caribe Restaurant"
Cuisine: Seafood "Locals" Style
Hours: Daily
12:00pm - 7:00pm
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Hours: 987-878-4932
Location: 5 Avenida &
Between Calle 9 Sur
& Calle 9 Bis No. 688 |
Even though it's off the beaten path a bit, this is a very popular eatery for not only the tourists but for locals too! Their seafood is so fresh it smells salty and they specialize in lionfish. You can get the whole fish cooked and served and they also use the lionfish in their ceviche with other seafood - TO DIE FOR! Entrees are served with beans, rice and vegetables - so TASTY! Makes me hungry just to think about this place! |
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"Bob's Cozumel" - New location for 2013!! The BEST Burgers & Beer!
Established: May 29, 2011
Hours: Monday - Saturday
10:00am - Midnight
CLOSED SUNDAY
Phone: 987-113-8678 |
Cuisine: American
Location: 610 Rafael E Melgar
Across from Mega Superstore
Website: www.facebook.com/bobscozumel?fref=ts |
For all you visiting American's, you will feel right at home @ Bob's! Great place to hang out (either on the sidewalk or inside with cool A/C), the burgers are FANTASTIC, grilled cheese sandwiches we highly recommend and you HAVE to try their Frito Pie! All food is generously portioned and very reasonably priced. So take a break from your shopping, sit on the sidewalk, people watch and enjoy the great service, friendly staff and good ole American foods (and of course a cold beer is always a great way to relax)!
P.S. - Bob's Cozumel is noted for being gay-friendly... |
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"Burritos Gorditos" - A Hidden Gem!!!
Established: November 22, 2011
Hours: Tuesday thru Sunday
8:00am - 6:00pm
Phone: 987-120-0237 |
Cuisine: Mexican
Burritos, Tortas & Tacos
EVERYTHING Under $50 Pesos!!!
Location: Av 65
On the corner of Adolfo Rosado Salas
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This place specializes in burritos, tortas and tacos (build your own) and is a hidden gem! It is a little off the beaten path, but well worth the trip (easy street parking) and Chef Eusebio is very friendly (and speaks very good English) and will cook your meal (his homemade salsa is VERY GOOD). AND YOU CAN'T BEAT THE PRICES!!! Simply delicious and SO AFFORDABLE (the large burrito is the most expensive and at that, is only $50 pesos)! |
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"Cafeteria La Cozumelena" - Smell the bread baking while you eat!
Established: August 1962
Hours: Daily
8:00am - 8:30pm
Phone: 987-869-0213 |
Cuisine: Mexican & Vegetarian
Breakfast & Lunch
Location: Avenida 10 & Calle 3 Sur
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This popular local eatery and bakery offers Mexican and American-style breakfasts and light lunches at economical prices. Stop in for a cup of coffee and smell the breads baking as you read or people watch. Look for the parking lot half a block before the bakery on Calle 3 Sur that is exclusively for Cozumelena patrons. |
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"Casa Denis" - An Island Tradition Since 1945
Established: 1945
Hours: Daily
7:00am – 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-0067 |
Cuisine: Authentic Yucatecan Food
Location: Downtown Plaza
Calle 1 Sur
Between Avenidas 5 and 10
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One of the last hold outs of family owned places still in the main square…high rents have run everyone back to Mid-town!! Traditional local Mexican food fare…they have great panuchos!!
Grandson Adrian owns/operates Especias Restaurant just a few blocks away and can often be found here helping out on Sundays! |
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"Chocolateria Isla Bella" - For All You Chocoholics - THIS IS HEAVEN!
Established: February 2012
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
1:00pm - 9:00pm
Phone: 987-564-1075 |
Menu: Chocolates
Hot Drinks
Location: Calle 3 between 5 Ave. & Rafael E. Melgar
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Owner and operator Megan and her daughter Islabella have created a little slice of "Chocolate Heaven" for all of us chocolate lovers (ok, I will admit, I am a Chocoholic) just a half block up from the Melgar. They have unbelievable chocolates, cupcakes, brownies, and "killer" cake balls to satisify your sweet tooth! Come pick out your own "death-by-chocolate" (but what a way to go) and enjoy it with your choice of beverage (expresso, latte, cappuccino or hot chocolate). They are very generous with samples (so you can find that "PERFECT" choice) and we STRONGLY recommend you get a few gift boxes to take home and share (and get an extra for yourself as you know you will not be able to resist nibbling on the trip home)! |
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"Coffeelia" - A Place to Call Home!
Cuisine: Breakfast-traditional or dutch crepes
Lunch - salad, quiche, sandwiches
Location: Calle 5 Sur
Between Rafael Melgar & Avenida 5
Credit Cards: None |
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
7:30am - 11:00pm
Sunday
8:00am - 1:00pm
Phone: 987-872-7402 |
Make yourself at home in this converted island abode and select from Ofelia's unique and economic breakfast and lunch menus including Dutch crepes, Salads and Quiches. Ofelia Espinosa is the proprietor and is always on hand to make sure you feel welcome and at home. |
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"Costa Brava Restaurant" - 25+ Years of Cozumeleno Family Service!
Owner, Luis Guzman is proud of the fact that they are open 365 days a year since opening in 1982. Costa Brava offers everything from hot cakes to one of the best deals for a lobster dinner on the island. Breakfast specials are served from 6:30am to 10:00am. The prices are great and the time is convenient for divers. Don't let the outside fool you on its size. It is a spacious hacienda and can easily accommodate large parties. |
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"Del Sur Argentina Empanadas & Grill" - Simply Amazing Handmade Empanadas!
Established: 2009
Hours: Daily
5:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-871-5744 |
Cuisine: Argentinean
South American
Empanadas
Location: Corner of
Calle 3 Sur & Ave 5
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With a display case full of handmade empanadas waiting to be cooked for each guest, this quaint Argentinian cafe run by a husband and wife team will capture your heart and tastebuds! First, clear your mind of any pre-conceived notion of what "emapandas" are then sit back and order everything from main course delectables to scrumptous dessert empandas.
Maybe you've eaten somewhere in the main plaza and feel stuffed. That's ok...take a Mexican Caribbean stroll to this place and order dessert and coffee. These friendly entrepreneurs are worth the walk!
Don't miss the apple cinnamon or the "sweet milk" empanadas! |
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"Domino's Pizza" - They deliver to hotels & vacation rentals!
Cuisine: Pizza
Hours: Daily
10:00am - 12:00am
Phone: 987- 872-1635 |
Amenities: Dine In
Take Out
Delivery Service
Location: Corner of
Avenida Pedro Joaquín Coldwell
(formerly Avenida 30)
& ARosado Salas |
Domino's Pizza® is number one in customer satisfaction in a 2009 survey of consumers of the U.S. largest limited service restaurants, according to the annual American Customer Satisfaction Index™ (ACSI). Enjoy their pizza and service even here in Cozumel! |
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"El Foco Restaurant & Bar" - HUGE Portiions - SMALL Cost!
Cuisine: Mexican Food
Tacos
Location: Ave 5 Sur #13B
Between
AR Salas & Calle 3 |
Hours: Daily
4:00pm - 2:00am
Phone: 987-872-5980 |
This late night and very popular taqueria is a favorite of locals and tourists. Open only in the evenings ~ hence the "El Foco" which means "the light bulb", not a "naughty" word ~, it is usually packed with local customers ordering the house speciality, tdelicious tacos with your choice of chicken, pork, cheese, seafood or beef, soups and cold cervazas!
And best of all, the portions are HUGE and the price is VERY affordable. So if you are in the downtown area late at night, you need to drop in and enjoy! |
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"El Postrecito" - Delicious Patries for Everyone!!
Treat yourself with some sweet rewards at this bakery offering pastries like cakes, brownies and cookies
as well as sandwiches, milkshakes, frappe, coffe and more! |
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"El Sitio Taco Stand" - Really eat like a local here!
Established: 1993
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 1:00pm
Phone: 987-876-1558 |
Cuisine: Seafood and Pork
Tacos or Sandwiches
Location: Calle 2 Norte
Between Avenidas 5 & 10 |
Scuba Divers ~ grab and go kinda place! This taco stand serves up some of the best seafood tacos and sandwiches around and it's a great spot for those folks who prefer a more unconventional breakfast or an early lunch.
If you like to get to the dive boat and hit the water early but want to grab a quick bite first, this is the place to stop. Serving several egg based taco mixtures, the lines at this taco stand get long just before work hours begin as customers stop in for their morning breakfast tacos and to pick up a sandwich to eat later for lunch.This taco stand serves up some of the best seafood tacos and sandwiches around and it's a great spot for those folks who prefer a more unconventional breakfast or an early lunch (by island standards).
The seafood is cooked fresh daily and while there are certainly other taco stands on the island, this one has the best red salsa topping of them all! The tangy tomato hot flavor combination accentuates the seafood perfectly..
Order at least 3 shrimp tacos and a Coca Cola to start with, making certain to add the spicy red salsa provided on the table. BEWARE: the salsa contains habañero but really gets the metabolism going!! |
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"Fat Tuesday Cozumel - Downtown" - Every Day is Fat Tuesday!
Let the good times roll here at Fat Tuesday! This bar and restaurant is a very relaxed feel, is a great spot for tourists, has a wide drink selection (but be ready, they pack a punch and are extremely generous portions) and has a nice menu selection of both American and Mexican snacks and entrees. You will also enjoy the great photo opportunities available inside and outside the restaurant and they play a very nice mix of pop, hip, rock and salsa music as you enjoy your cocktails, food and people watch!
Note - there are two locations, the other is in south on the Puerta Maya Pier! |
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"Fervic Pasteleria & Pizzeria" - Excellent made to order cakes and pizza!
Established: 2006
Hours: Daily
8:00am - 9:00pm
Food Service: Dine In
Take Out
No Delivery
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Cuisine: Pastries
Pizza
Coffee
Location: Avenida 8 October
(formerly Aveninda 65)
At Calle 15 Sur
Phone: 987-872-7583 |
Mother and son owners Virgina & Fernando welcome customers to their bakery with a warm smile and friendly greeting. With a degree in food service and food preparation experience earned at several fine resorts on the mainland, Fernando has prepared gorgeous and scrumptuous pastries for Cozumel customers since 2003. And just recently pizzas were added to their already delicious menu. |
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"Guido's La Tienda Delicatessen" - Great Deli for the Foodie in You!
Established: January 20, 2012
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
8:00am - 7:00pm
Contact: info@guidoscozumel.com
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Menu: Coffee, Desserts & Wine
Daily $85 Peso Lunch Specials (3 courses)
Mexican Organic & Artisan Products
Location: Corner of Avenida 15
& Calle 10 Norte
Phone: 987-120-1827 |
Another TOP NOTCH endeavor of Chef and restauranteur Yvonne Villiger, this very quaint shop is in a great location, has a very relaxing back courtyard/garden for you to enjoy some incredible European style deli courses and a great wine selection. Daily lunch specials have 3 courses and guests may dine in or take out! Great selection of Mexican organic and artisanal products in the front store area too! |
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"Kelley's Sport Bar & Grill Restaurant" - Come watch your favoirte team!
Established: 2003
Hours: Monday thru Friday (Closed on Tuesdays)
2:00pm - 11:00pm
Saturday
11:00am to 11:00pm
Sunday
10:30am to 11:0pm
Phone: 987-878-4738
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Cuisine: American
Seafood
Burgers
Mexican
Location: Avenida 10
Between AR Salas & Calle 1 Sur
Website: www.kelleyscozumel.com/ |
Come to Kelley's for great food, great music, and a great time! An outstanding menu, beer on tap, and a beautiful outdoor setting await you at this popular bar and grill in the heart of downtown. |
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"Kinta Mexican Bistro" - Add this to your MUST GET THERE list!
Delicious Mexican bistro with zip and flair!!
After serving in the kitchen of one of Cozumel's finest Italian restaurants for several years, this fabulous young chef, Kristopher Wallenta, decided to try it on his own. And each season his following gets bigger and bigger and tables are hard to come by in prime dinner hours.
The food is well prepared with interesting (not outlandish) flavor/texture combinations and presented beautifully with amazing attention to detail. Appetizers, main courses and desserts are all worth a try so go with an appetite!
You'll fall in love with the prompt but casual service, cozy atmosphere as well as the top notch food and wine menu offered. |
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"Kondesa Restaurant & Bar" - Asian Fusion & Mexican Food!
Established: 2011
Hours: Monday thru Wednesday
9:30am - 12:00am
Thursday thru Saturday
9:30am - 2:00am
Sunday
12:00pm - 12:am
Phone: 987-869-1086
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Cuisine: Asian Fusion &
Mexican
Location: 456 5th Ave between 5th & 7th Street
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Kondesa provides fresh flavorful food, innovative handcrafted cocktails and beautiful Zen garden dining (it is a very romantic setting for newlyweds or for a quiet evening with your loved one). We recommend the Chicken Poblano and the Queso Fundido (AWESOME)! Chris and his staff are very welcoming (and quite fun also). |
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"La Candela" - From our kitchen to your table!
Cuisine: Mexican
Cuban
Location: Avenida 5
Corner of Calle 6 Norte
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Hours: Monday thru Saturday
8:00am - 11:30pm
Phone: 987-878-4471 |
La Candela offers a an excellent breakfast menu of foods prepared in typical local fashion. Eggs any style with beans and rice or omelets or fruits and cereals.
La Candela also serves great lunch specials that change every day. These specails usually include a choice of 2 soups, then a choice of chicken, beef or pork main dish with your choice of a variety of fresh vegetables. All this including a "flavored water" beverage is included in the lunch special for one low price where two people can typically spend less than US $10 - $12.
If the traditional local lunch specials don't appeal, try their menu items such as beef or chicken fajitas, fresh fish fillets, or shrimp dishes, and wash it down with a cold beer or mixed drink. |
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"La Casa del Mojito Restaurant & Bar" - Best Mojito's In Cozumel!
Cuisine: Cuban
Location: 5th Avenida
Between
AR Salas & Calle 3 Sur |
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
12:00pm - 12:00am
Sunday
3:00pm - 11:00pm
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This restaurant-cafe-bar is a hidden gem and serves INCREDIBLE mojitos! Owner Alex will meet and greet you and brings his Cuban heritage to "The House of the Mojito" with the obvious wonderful cocktails, but also serves wonderful Cuban cuisine from pork sandwiches, delicious uniquely marinated chicken wings with 3 sauces, fresh salads and at the end of the meal, finish it off with a cubano expresso coffee, or heck, have ANOTHER Mojito!!! The cafe/restaurant is a great experience, the staff and Alex so VERY friendly, it is a must stop on your visit!
P.S. - You can even purchase "authentic/real" Cuban cigars here!!! |
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"La Choza Restaurant-Bar" - Very Popular & Family Owned Resturant!
Established: 1989
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 10:00pm
Phone: 987-872-0958 |
Cuisine: Traditional Mexican food and Yucatecan specialties.
Location: Avenida 10 #216
Between AR Salas
& Calle 3 Sur
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Family owned and operated restaurant serving traditional Mexican food and Yucatecan specialties. One of the few places left that still offers an economical "off the menu" lunch special for locals or anyone else in the know - all you have to do is ask. While it's a long-time favorite dinner spot with tourists, many folks don't know that it's also a great place for a tasty and inexpensive breakfast. |
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"La Cocay Mediterranean Cuisine"
Established: 1995
Hours: Daily
5:30pm - 11:00pm
Reservations
Highly Recommended
Phone: 987-872-5533
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Cuisine: Mediterranean
International
Location: Calle 8 Norte
Between Avenida 10 & 15
2 ½ blocks inland from the water front
Website: www.lacocay.com |
LaCocay (which means "firefly" in Mayan) first opened in the Corpus Christi church area back in 1995 as a seasonal restaurant serving an incredible array of fine cuisine. Since then, owners Kathy and Gary Klein have relocated to the current larger locale and are now open daily year round.
LaCocay has become a mainstay for tourists and ex-pats looking for delicious, creative food served with warm hospitality in a comfortable setting. The main menu is a gentle blend of Mediterranean style dishes with the Mexican Caribbean flair that only Cozumel can inspire. Duck firecrackers, tapas and napa salad are but a few of their signature dishes. Eating at LaCocay is never boring because the menu and "daily specials" change frequently to take advantage of the seasonal availability of fresh local ingredients. |
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"La Cucina Italiana" - Home-made Italian Food at a Great Value!!!
Established: 1986
Hours: Monday thru Friday - Seating
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Monday thru Friday - Delivery
1:00pm - 5:00pm
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Cuisine: Italian
Home-made Buffet Style
Location: Calle 6 Norte
Between Ave 10 & 15 |
The Tarroni family settled in Cozumel in 1986 and brings a rich tradition of home-made Italian recipes that originated in Pesaro, Italy! The restaurant is in the family home, has approximately 9 tables and you enter through a quaint courtyard.
The meal is served buffet-style and changes daily with the daily specialities arranged on the counter for your selection. The meal includes soup ~minestrone is EXCELLENT~, salad and garlic bread, in addition to your entree ~ their Very Special home-made ravioli's are THE BEST! The service is excellent, they now have a wine list and top off the VERY AFFORDABLE meal with the homemade Tiramisu! |
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"La Lobsteria" - GREAT Lobster & Seafood!
Established: 2003
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday
4:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-116-9668 |
Cuisine: Seafood
Mexican
Location: Corner of Avendia 5
& Calle 7 Sur
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This rustic, small, yet very charming restaurant located a block off downtown and is in a quaint setting inside a Mayan house, circa 1864 They have a very laid back atmosphere with soft, live music and you can enjoy your meal by candlelight under a palapa covered roof on a small terrace. The mexican and seafood dishes are INCREDIBLE and have been receiving rave reviews. Try the seafood platter, fresh crab (whole) and of course, LOBSTER (served with butter and garlic sauce). Other favorites are the lobster bisque (quite possibly the best you will ever experience), lobster tacos and there are some very nice desserts to end your night (flan and coconut ice cream are favs). The portions are quite generous, the prices are quite reasonable and the staff so very friendly. Well worth the visit! |
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"La Mission Restaurant" - Family Owned and Operated!
Established: 1982
Hours: Daily
11:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-6340
Reservations Recommended
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Cuisine: Traditional Mexican foods with seafood specialties
Location: Adolfo Rosado Salas
Between Rafael E Melgar
& Avenida 5
Website: www.lamissioncozumel.com |
Since 1982 La Mission has been well known for its fresh seafood and excellent Mexican food as well as the hospitality and warmth of its employees. Here the waiters proudly repeat their "mantra:" "You don't like it...you don't pay!" Step inside this tropical garden restaurant with friends and family and enjoy the mariachis who are almost always playing!
This family also owns/operates Mission Parilla Restaurant on 30 Avenida and Casa Mission restaurant on 55 Avenida Between Calle 1Sur and Juarez. |
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"La Terraza Cozumel" - Pasta , Pizza & Seafood!
Established: November 2011
Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday
4:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-113-1980 |
Cuisine: Italian
Pizza & Pasta
Seafood
Location: Upstairs Corner
AR Salas
& Avenida 5
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Formerly the location of Prima's, the reviews are in and the new La Terreza Cozumel Restaurant is GREAT! It opened in November of 2011 and has fast gained a reputation for the pasta, pizza and seafood entrees (they do take reservations, which we recommend). The prices are quite reasonable and the portion sizes are very generous. All the pasta and breads are made in-house so they are always very fresh. And the garlic bread they serve is REALLY good - and they have basalmic vinegar and olive oil to dip the bread in - my favorite! Service is excellent, staff is very friendly and it is great to sit on the patio balcony and enjoy a deliciously prepared meal! Oh - don't forget to save room for dessert - the coconut cream pie is to die for ~ WHEN available! |
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"Le Chef Cozumel" - Gourmet Mediterranean Food - Exceptional!
Established: March 19, 2011
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-878-4391
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Cuisine: Mediterranean
Seafood
Lunch & Dinner
Location: 5 Avenida, #398
At corner of Calle 5 Sur
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Le Chef Cozumel is a few blocks off the main drag, but is a warm and charming restaurant located in a decades old, historic building which used to house La Lobsteria. With it's antique exterior and palapa roof, this is a quaint little place to savor the tropical ambiance of Cozumel. With an exceptional gourmet menu, it offers everything from Mediterranean specialties to seafood and steaks as well as a wonderful list of wines. You will also find many lunch selections of unique and appetizing sandwiches, salads and desserts.
Be sure to walk inside and partake of the intimate interior as well as the lovely garden eating area. Enjoy the inspiration of Lalo, who is also owner of Le Chef. Highly recommended! |
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"Mama Linda Restaurant & Bar" - Family Owned Cantina Under a Huge Palapa!
Established: 2009
Hours: Daily
Phone: 987-869-1053 |
Cuisine: Seafood
Mexican
Location: Avenida 25
Between
Calle 2 & 4 Norte
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This restaurant and bar is family owned and located under a huge open-air palapa. They offer a full menu as well as "botanas". Great seafood and Mexican food selections, you will find it a very warm and friendly atmosphere where you can hear live "rock band" music on Fridays and Saturdays from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm. So come join them for the food, drinks and music. |
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"Mariscos Camilo's Seafood"
Established: August 01, 2003
Hours: Daily
12:00pm - 10:00pm
Phone: 987-872-6161
Reservations Accepted
Delivery available from Puerta Maya to North Hotel Zone |
Cuisine: Seafood
Caribbean
Mexican
Tex-Mex
Location: Avenida 5
Between Calles 2 & 4 Norte
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Owners Camilo Santo and Alredo Parida both come from a long line of fishermen and restaurant owners. Established in 2003, they are already a favorite among the locals. Sometimes you will even catch the competition eating here. They are proud to offer quality seafood in their dishes. This is the place for seafood lovers. The fish is fresh and the shrimp are jumbo!
While I was there, I overheard a tourist say, "I can't talk right now. The food is too good." Most people in the morning will drop in for fish tacos or sandwiches. They offer Mexican style smoked marlin, ceviches, fillets, shrimp and lobsters. Camilo, his sister Vanessa, Alfredo and the rest of the crew will take good care of you. |
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"Midori Sushi" - Excellent sushi here!
Established: 2002
Hours: Daily
1pm - 10pm
Credit Cards: None |
Cuisine: Sushi
Location: Calle AR Salas Sur
Between Avenida 15 & 20 |
Finally ~ a decent sushi place on the island! Try the Yellow Fin Sashimi followed by a Rainbow Roll and Shrimp Tempura. Small, quiet place with good service and 2nd floor view of Cozumel's original "mercado" area!!
If you truly like sushi, this is one of the best kept secrets on the island! |
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"Oh La Vache" - Great for Kiddos!!
Established: 2011
Hours: Tuesday thru Thursday
8:00am - 2:00pm & 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 2:00pm & 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Saturday
1:00pm-11:00pm
Phone: 987-107-5339
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Menu: French
Vegetarian
Location: Calle 5 Sur &
Rafael E. Melgar
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Bring the entire family for delicious crepes, ice cream and smoothies! Can't go wrong with any selection offered here ~ everything is tasty! |
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"OHANA Cafe & Bar" - Good Food, Drinks, Music, People & Great Times!
Established: January 01, 2010
Hours: Daily
5:00pm - 12:00am
High Season - opens @ 7:00am for Breakfast & Lunch
Thursday thru Friday
Live Music starting @ 8:00pm
Phone: 987-105-5154
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Cuisine: Mexican
American
Seafood
Italian
Location: Ave 5 Between
6 & 8 Norte
Website: www.ohanacozumel.com |
This family run cafe and bar is becoming a very popular spot for not only locals, but ex-pats and tourists alike. Their tagline "Good Food, Good Drinks, Good Music, Good People & Great Times" really envelopes you from the moment you enter the place. You will often be greeted by the owners, get seated on the outdoor patio and start your relaxing experience all in a nano second as the service is excellent. Featuring live music usually on Thursdays and Fridays around 8:00pm, Ohana has delicious food to compliment the fun, tropical atmosphere. Try the coconut shrimp, jerk chicken nachos and they now serve an INCREDIBLE Chicago-style deep pan pizza that is getting rave reviews. They have great drinks and a very unique selection of tequilas to explore. Try the peanut - it tastes like a reece's pieces and you will be guaranteed to have GREAT TIME!
On the night of full moons this restaurant often gathers a bus load and goes to the east side to watch the moon rise along with good eats, drinks and fun!! Check it out if you're here for a full moon! |
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"Paleteria y Nevaria - La Flor de Michoacan" - Yummy place to get delicious ice cream and juices!
Cuisine: Ice Cream, Sherberts, Drinks- Jamaica, Horchatas and other flavors!
Location: Various locations through town.
Mower level of Mega Shopping mall.
Calle 1 and av 10- across street from plaza. |
Hours: Daily
9:00am - 11:00pm |
Wonderful ice cream and juices made from delicious fresh fruits!! |
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"Pizza Hut" - Daily delivery!
Cuisine: Pizza
Hours: Daily
11am - 11pm
Phone: 987-872-5055 |
Amenities: Dine In
Take Out
Delivery Service
Location: Calle 3
Between Melgar and 5
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Pizza Hut located in the heart of downtown is open daily and offers free delivery! So if you get tired of the standard Mexican dishes and want a slice of home, either dine in or have it delivered to your room. |
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"Rock'n Java Caribbean Bar & Grill" - Delicious Wholesome Food All Day & Night!
A long-time favorite with tourists and locals alike, this restaurant serves up everything from pecan pie to some of the tastiest salads on the island. American owned and operated by Lisa Ramirez who is also a co-founder of the Cozumel Humane Society, the family restaurant has been serving a wide range of hearty meals. All sorts of great food to suit everyone’s taste ~ folks go back over and over to this one!! Most excellent hamburger for hearty appetites, great breakfast specials and incredible pastries! |
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"Rock'n Java Noodle Bar & Sushi" - Delicious Thai Noodle Bar!
Rockin Java owners have now expanded their operations by opening a Noodle & Sushi bar. The noodle bar offers favorites such as Pad Thai and Curry Tofu and guests are welcome to customize their own dish and level of spice. This location is small ~ only seats about 20, but if it is full, you can order take out or they even deliver! |
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"Sorrisi Italian Restaurant" - Delicious and elegant Italian restaurant!
Cuisine: Italian
Location: Calle 3 Sur
Between Melgar
& Avenida 5
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Hours: Monday thru Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Friday thru Saturday
11:00am - 12:00am
Phone: 987-869-0960
987-869-0961
Reservations Advised
Credit Cards: Visa/MC |
Our humble opinion says this is one of Cozumel's best kept secrets for fine dining and excellent food. Step inside the front door and feel the warm, cozy elegance of this place brought on by an attentive owner, caring, friendly staff, correct lighting and beautiful decor. Without pretention, guests are presented a wine and food menu so extensive it takes some time to decide what to eat here! From the freshly toasted garlic bread to hand cut appetizers and elegantly plated main courses, it's hard to find anything amiss here. Brick oven baked entres and fresh made pastas make the mouth water but leave room for their scruptous desserts! |
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"Subway" - Good Healthy Food!
Cuisine: Sandwiches
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Location: Calle 11 Sur &
Rafael E. Melgar
Phone: 987-872-5194
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Hours: Daily
9:00am - 11:00pm
Services: Will Deliver
Minimum Order Applies
Website: www.subwaymexico.com.mx |
Nothing beats a good healthy sub-style sandwich after a long day of diving or snorkeling! Select from 8 types of bread, full size or half size sandwich and then fill with your choice of chicken breast, turkey ham, salami, beef or any number of delicious specialty items! Add a touch of guacamole to give it a bit of "local" flavor!! |
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"Tako Rock Taco Bar" - Amazing Tacos al Pastor!
Menu: 1kg Pastor x $150.00 pesos!
Breakfast, lunch and dinner!
Will Deliver!
Location: AR Salas
Between Ave 5 & 10
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Hours: Tuesday thru Sunday
7:00am - 12:00am
Phone: 987-869-1978 |
This place specializes in tacos al pastor and a variety of local Mexican fare including guacamole, chilaquiles and tasty frijoles. Be sure to pass by and try their Mexican breakfasts!! Simply delicious! |
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"Tapioka Cafe Cozumel 'Bubble Tea Coffee Shop'" - The Drink You Can Eat!
Cuisine: Coffee
Baked Goods
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Location: Calle 3 Sur
Between
Rafael E. Melgar & 5 Ave.
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Hours: Saturday thru Sunday
8:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-878-5107
987-118-6108
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This unique cafe features "tapioca/tapioka" drinks, which is made from pure root "Yuca" from South America and contains tons of vitamins and antioidants which are very good for your body and health. So stop in and have a "Bubble Tea", try their many wonderful selections of food, enjoy your meal and beverage either inside or outdoors and load up on antioxidants while having a very nice meal. |
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"The Aqua Restaurant & Bar" - Good vibes with live Jazz Fusion - Saturdays!
Cuisine: Breakfast - American & Mexican
Bar Menu - Appetizers and Simple Main Courses
Location: Calle 6 Norte
Between Melgar & 5 Ave.
Inside the Flamino Hotel
Website: www.hotelflamingo.com/dining/index.html |
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 11:00pm
Breakfast Served from 7:00am - 10:30am
Bar Menu Served during peak season (12/25 to 04/15)
Phone: 987- 872-1264 |
Aqua Restaurant & Bar (located inside the Flamino Hotel) is an excellent place to go for meeting tourist friends after a fun filled day of adventure or for locals to relax and catch up after work. Sample one of their many delicious exotic tropical cocktails or sip a cool Mexican beer and just "chill." Aqua is always alive with the sounds of a diverse selection of recorded music. |
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"The Coffee Bean" - Cozy place to read your favorite book!
Established: 1995
Hours: Daily
8:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-4918 |
Cuisine: Beverages
Pastries
Desserts
Lunch & Dinner selections
Location: Calle 3 Sur
Between Melgar & Avenida 5
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Open until late evening, this spot will provide you a MAJOR caffeine fix! Enjoy your beverage of choice at a simple wooden table or at the very relaxed coffee bar (featuring comfy high-backed chairs). There are many gourmet blends to choose from such as mocha, vanilla bean, irish cream, dark roast and you can have your "Jolt of Joe" as a coffee, expresso, latter or cappuccino. Also try the Chai tea and hot chocolate - SLURP! And for those needing a sweet fix, WONDERFUL assortment of fresh baked specialties that feature brownies, muffins, cookies, pies, cakes (the Black Forest is VERY tasty), just to name a few selections. Lunch and dinner hours also feature a variety of freshly made pot pies and quiches! |
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"The Italian Coffee Company" - Nice to place to enjoy a coffee!
A new place to relax and enjoy coffee and desserts. Located in the new Plaza Leone, parking is not a problem! Outdoor and indoor seating. Great location to sit down, relax, have a caffeine beverage (hot or cold), people watch and ensure you have a jolt of java to keep you going all day! |
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"The Pub Sports Bar" - Good food and great place to watch games!
Cuisine: Mexican and International
Location: 10 Ave
Between Rosada Salas & Calle 1 Sur |
Hours: Monday thru Thursday
1:00pm - 12:00am
Friday thru Saturday
1:00pm - 2:00am
Phone: 987-872-1503 |
Come to The Pub for great food, and a fun time! Under new ownership and located in the center of downtown this is a comfortable hide-away to watch sporting events, listen to great music, and sing karaoke. They have a full menu and serve a wonderful "menu del dia" for about $60 pesos at lunchtime. |
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"Toro's Place Bar & Grill" - Food, drinks, music all day, dancing on weekends!!
Cuisine: Mexican
American
Seafood
Snacks
Location: Corner Rafael Melgar
& Calle 5 Sur
Next to McDonald's
Website: www.toroscozumel.com |
Hours: Daily
9am- 11pm
Available for private parties
Phone: 987-869-2429
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El Toro's place upstairs at the waterfront is one of the newest places to go for salsa dancing on the weeknds. They also have a variety of different music throughout the week. The food and drinks are good and the atmosphere warm and friendly. Open daily. Locals and tourist mix. |
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"Wet Wendy's Margarita House & Restaurant" - Can We Say TEQUILA!
Established: December 31, 2005
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
10:00am - 12:00am
Phone: 987-872-4970
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Menu: Margaritas (DUH)
Mexican
Hungarian
American & Barbeque
Location: Avenida 5, #53
Between
Juarez & Calle 2 Sur
Website: www.wetwendys.com |
Great drinks amazing food and lots of fun right on the square! The claim here is that they invented the Margarita - the drink that keeps on drinking ~ and Wendy's bar serves them up big and frosty all day and night. Their restaurant serves up incredibly tasty food featuring Mexican, Hungarian, Barbeque and American dishes. This is a great spot to come relax after a day at the pool or beach. You can also get a little retail therapy done at the glassware and jewelry store that is attached but you might want to do your shopping first before having those big 'ritas!
Current events -
Monday & Thursday - Football Night
Wednesday - LIVE Salsa Music
Friday - LIVE Jazz Music |
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"Woody's Sports Bar & Grill" - A Friendly Place!!
Established: 2009
Hours: Daily
9:00am - 12:00am
Phone: 636-465-3115 |
Menu: Happy Hour
Mexican specialties
Fish & Chips
BBQ ribs
Chicken Fried Steak
Location: Downtown Plaza
On Juarez
Between
Avenida 5 & 10
Next to 7-11
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Enjoy Woody’s outdoor patio bar or cool off in their air-conditioned dining room. The bar is near 7-11 and an upstairs tattoo shop, so stop in for a quick beer and snack before heading upstairs to get your commemorative Cozumel tattoo memorializing your stay. Enjoy $1 beer and food specials every day! Keep up with current sporting events on DISH Network on the 6 TV's! There are 3 indoor TV's with cool A/C and 3 out on their relaxing patio! |
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"Zermatt Bakery" - Without question the island's best bakery!
Established: 1995
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 7:00pm
Closed Sundays
During Low Season
Phone: 987-872-1384 |
Cuisine: Coffee, Pastries & Struedel
Location: Avenida 5
Between Calles 4 & 6 Norte |
This family run establishment offers fresh coffee, fast service for "stop & go" folks as well as a few patio tables where one can sit and savor the flavors of the delicate pastries. Visit in the morning around 9am as pastries are emerging from the oven and smell heavenly. Zermatt also offers the only authentic, homemade streudel on the island.
Don't miss the apple turnovers! Made with real butter and flaky, they have to be the best in the world! |
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"Coconuts Bar & Grill" - Excellent Burgers Here!
Established: 1993
Hours: Daily
11:00am - 6:00pm
Phone: Unknown
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Cuisine: Mexican
Seafood
American - GREAT BURGERS!
Location: Marked from both directions with road signs on
Carretera Costera Oriente Km. 43.5 -
Just south of the Ventanas al Mar Hotel.
Note: If you are travelling to Coconuts using the transversal highway, it's new blacktop all the way - ending at their beach. The old road was taken out by the 2005 hurricanes.
Website: www.coconutscozumel.com/ |
Coconuts isn't a beach per se but rather a fun, funky bar and grill perched on the highest limestone cliff point of the island -- but please -- no cliff diving!
Park along the road in one of the 3 designated parking areas and climb up the stone step passageway to a spectacular bird's eye view of paradise. The bar and outside tables are surrounded by vegetation and have a fantastic view of the open ocean.
Owners Kathy and Cuco are typically on hand daily to meet and greet visitors who make the climb up to their view of the island. They and the staff serve refreshing, tasty drinks, and there is a good selection of seafood as well as "gringo" dishes on the menu. The house specialty is Coconut's delicious shrimp quesadillas.
In days past, Coconut's Band which was a well known local group, provided live music (reggae, Caribbean, rock) several afternoons each week. However, this feature has been discontinued recently. Perhaps will be offered again during high season ~ we can only hope! |
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"Playa Mezcalito's Bar & Grill" - The Last Frontier!
Established: 1979
Hours: Daily
10:00am to Dush
Phone: 987-876-0914
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Cuisine: Mezcalitos offers a great bar with ice cold domestic beers. Serving a selection of Mexican, Caribbean and everything from vegetarian fajitas to burgers to seafood they have a diverse menu with something for everyone at a reasonable price. The House Special is "Mezcalito's Super Shrimp." This is one of the few places on the island that offers fresh pineapple for dessert when in season.
Location: Where the cross island transversal highway dead ends into the east coast highway called Carretera Costera Oriente.
Website: www.mezcalitos.com |
A beautiful windward side beach with spectacular wave action! |
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"Asadero El Pollo" - Delicious Charbroiled Sinaloa Style Chicken!
Established: 1990
Hours: Daily
10:00am - 6:00pm
Or Until Sold Out
Phone: None
Walk Up Only |
Cuisine: Roasted chicken from
Wood Burning Brick Oven
Location: Avenida Juarez
Between
Avenidas 70 & 75 |
Another island tradition for that trip to the other side of the island or for a quick easy party gathering. Being from Sinaloa, which is farther north in Mexico and close to the Texas border, the flavor of this roasted chicken is very similar to the taste created in USA chicken roatisseries. Pure, simple flavor of the wood not obliterated by lots of other spices. These whole roasted chickens are so good and so economically priced, it's difficult to justify cooking at all!
We recommend you get there early before 4:00pm as they are so popular they often run out later in the day! |
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"Bites Sweet Factory" - Delicious Cupcakes & Cakes for Everyone!!
No better way to start the day than with a delicious pastry from this wonderful bakery! Severing up light breakfast, lunch and dinner and offering pastries like cakes, brownies and cupcakes, coffee and more!
Service for special events available ~ Just ask! |
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"Cafe Tito Bar" - Cozy place to read your favorite book!
Cuisine: Coffee, Desserts &
Special Beers
Location: 65 Avenida &
Calle Morelos
Next to Boxito
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Hours: Monday thru Saturday
5:00pm - 11:00pm
Services: Wi Fi |
Open until late evening, and features "American-style" desserts as well as a limited food menu. |
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"Casa Mission Restaurant" - Family Owned and Operated!
Established: 2000
Hours: Daily
8:00am - 10:30pm
Phone: 987-872-1641
Reservations Recommended
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Cuisine: Mexican
Breakfast
Fast Food
Seafood
Location: Corner of Avenida 55
& Benito Juarez
Website: www.missioncoz.com |
Casa Mission offers superb food, however the real attraction here is not the food, but the setting. Located off the beaten path, the restaurant is the veranda area of a large hacienda style Mexican home. It is surrounded on all sides by an extensive garden that combines perfectly with the colonial hacienda ambiance. One of the most romantic spots on the island for cocktails or dinner or a special reception event.
This family also owns/operates the Mission Parilla Restaurant on 30 Avenida and La Mission restaurant on AR Salas between Melgar & Avenida 5. |
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"Chilango's Taqueria" - Huge Portions - You Won't Leave Here Hungry!
Established: 1993
Hours: Daily
6:00pm - 1:00am
Phone: 987-869-7960 |
Cuisine: Mexican Quesadillas or Huaraches
Location: Avenida Pedro Joaquín Coldwell (formerly Avenida 30)
Between Calle 3 Sur & Morelos
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This family-owned business has been around for many years and continues to be one of the few places on the island where you can find huaraches. They feature handmade tortillas which are made and cooked at the counter right in front of you and essentially offer two menu choices: Quesadillas or Huaraches.
Simply put, huaraches are open faced tortillas smeared with beans plus the meat/veggie topping that you select while quesadillas are tortillas folded over cheese and the meat/veggie topping picked. Choose your meat or vegetable ingredients from the fresh daily selection housed behind the glass case at the kitchen counter.
If you need some suggestions, we recommend starting out with a nopales quesadilla (yes, we mean cactus) and a papas (smashed potatoes) quesadilla.
Don't forget to act like a local and eat the awesome green salsa offered on the table and try their tasty "Agua de Jamaica" to drink! |
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"D'Limonds" - Cozy place to read your favorite book!
Cuisine: Cakes and desserts, coffee and snacks, full breakfast menu.
Location: Juarez
at corner with 55 Ave Sur |
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
7am- 11pm
Phone: 987-120- 0253 |
Wonderful Cake and Dessert shop where you can enjoy coffee and treats. They bake cakes to order in any shape and size and are now open for a full breakfast menu! |
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"El Moro" - Over 30 Years of Serving Travelers!
Established: 1980
Hours: Friday thru Wednesday
1:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-3029
Credit Cards: MC/VISA |
Cuisine: Traditional Yucatecan Style Mexican & Seafood; Kids menu
Location: 75 Bis Norte, No. 124
Between Calles 4 & 2
Website: www.elmorocozumel.com |
Rodolfo "El Moro" Chacon and his sons have been serving tourists and locals alike since 1980 and despite being a long way from the waterfront, El Moro remains a popular destination for island newcomers as well as frequent visitors. El Moro is continued proof that a tourist zone location is not a requisite for success. When it comes to good food ~ folks will find you!
El Moro offers an extensive menu with traditional Mexican platters prepared Yucatecan style and featuring several different mole sauces. They also offer an excellent seafood platter called the Zacarias Special, however we love to order the "fish in paper" or "shrimp in wires" (shrimp-kebob) from the English side of the menu. There is also a kids section of the menu and hamburgers for those not wanting to sample the local cuisines.
If you stop in on a Saturday or Sunday, you'll generally find them cooking up some cochinita pibil or one of their other Yucatecan specialties. This spot is famous for always serving their guests an extra dish "on the house," and we give them an extra star for being one of the friendliest places we've come across yet. |
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"El Sazon del Cameron" - Delicious Fish Tacos!
Cuisine: Seafood
Tacos
Ceviches
Breakfast
Location: Juarez
Between
Avenidas 55 & 60 |
Hours: Daily
7:00am- 4:00pm
Phone: 987-100-3066 |
Great taco place where you can get delicious fish tacos and wonderful ceviches. They open early for breakfast serving a mixture of egg based taco mixtures and chile rellenos! |
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"El Triunfo Rosticeria" - Great to-go food for around the island aventure!
Established: 1990
Hours: Daily
10:00am - 5:00pm
Or Until Sold Out
Phone: None
Walk Up Only |
Cuisine: Roasted chicken from
Wood Burning Brick Oven
Location: Corner of Calle 4 Norte
Avenida Pedro Joaquín Coldwell
(formerly Avenida 30) |
An island tradition for that trip to the other side of the island. Just stop here before heading to the beach for a couple of chickens which come with tortillas, rice and other local 'taco making filler." Chickens start coming off the roaster more around 11am so plan accordingly! Nothing is better on a hot day at the beach than this fresh, warm chicken wrapped in tortillas. And what a money saver too with the restaurant prices these days on the other side of the island!
No need to go earlier than 10am as chickens must roast for several hours. |
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"La Cockteleria Popeye" - Fresh Caught Fish Every Day!
Established: 1992
Location: Calle 2 Norte
Between Avenidas 25
& Pedro Joaquín Coldwell (formerly Avenida 30)
Phone: 987- 872-0271 |
Established: Seafood
Food Service: Dine In
Take Out
No Delivery |
A great seafood place for lunch and an ice cold beer. Popeye's serves ceviches, shrimp cocktails, fried fish, lobster, grilled seafood, octopus, and seafood stuffed chile rellenos. |
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"La Conchita Del Caribe" - Pick Your Own Fresh Fish to Eat!
Now open in their new location with the same great menu! If you love seafood, this is the place for you -- it's far from the tourist zone and priced for locals. Specifically, the whole fish is very reasonably priced since this is a big island favorite. After ordering a fish, the waiter will ask patrons to pass into the front kitchen area to select their fish from the day's fresh catch. It is then weighed and prepared according to preference: fried or grilled.
The shrimp and lobster are also excellent choices, and you shouldn't leave Conchita without trying a small ceviche mixto as an appetizer, since ceviche is really an island staple!
Don't go here without an appetite!
Remember that the smaller fish fry up better than the big ones and that whatever you select goes great with an ice-cold cerveza. |
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"La Cuisine by Nutri Balance" - New Healthy Eating with 100% fresh ingredients!
Established: 2010
Hours: Monday thru Friday
7:30am - 7:30pm
Saturday
8:00am - 6:00pm
Phone: 987-872-0738
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Cuisine: Comida Saludable
Comida Corrida
Location: Calle 11
Between 5 & 10
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La Cuisine is a new healthy option for eating here in Cozumel! Using the Nurti Balance Program based on the Zone Diet all choices are made with 100% fresh ingredietnts! Now Open for Breakfast! |
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"La Perlita" - Amazing Mexican Seafood Menu - Try the Lionfish!
The invasion of the Lionfish has met it's match here at La Perlita. The Pez Leon is featured ~ you need to specifically ask for this separate menu ~ at this quaint Mexican and seafood restaurant! The chefs "carefully" remove the poisonish spines ~ these chefs are very well trained ~ and create magical delicacies that include cocunut lionfish, fried and grilled lionfish and the lionfish ceviche is unlike any ceviche you have tried. They also have a great selection of other seafood dishes, mexican dishes ~ try the shark empanadas ~ and very refreshing drinks also! So drop in and and do your part of protecting the environment as the lionfish is so very invasive and is quickly depleting the natural species that keep the wonderful reefs of Cozumel an island paradise ~ stop by La Perlita on your next visit to the island! |
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"Loncheria Las Palmas" - Local style cooking doesn't get any better!
Cuisine: Breakfast & Lunch
Food typical of this region
Location: Calle 3 Sur
& Avenida 25 |
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
9:30am - 7:00pm
Food Service: Dine In
Take Out
No Delivery |
A locals favorite, this family operated establishment prepares a variety of lunch plates typical of this region. From seafood to breaded pork, this is Cozumel style home cooking at its best! Daily specials are offered on the chalkboard. All lunches include a bowl of soup and one of their "flavored water" drinks.
Instead of the pasta soup tell them you would prefer beans and rice [frijoles con arroz] and try the Jamaica [ha-may-ka] flavored water made from flower petals.
A great thing to order if you feel like splurging is the shrimp brochetta…they really know how to grill it!!
Or the "Mero - al Mojo de Ajo" (Grouper grilled in garlic) is a superb choice as well! |
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"Los Sera's" - Tacos and Pizza!
Established: 1990
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
7:00pm - 5:00pm
Food Service: Dine In
Take Out
No Delivery
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Cuisine: Mexican &
Pizza Local Style
Location: Avenida 30
Calle 7 Sur
Phone: None
Walk Up & Order
to Take Out |
Los Seras is simply an island staple among locals for tacos, tortas and pizza! Tacos don't get much better than these! The take out business forms a line every night while the restaurant is always full as well. Seras is a big hit with the late night crowd since it's about the only place open with food after the bars close.
Seras offers a wide variety of pizza, too! The pizza area is a separate kitchen and service area which serves up "locals style" pizzas (this is NOT Domino's OK!) Excellent selection of table salsas here too including one incredible guacamole habanero mix not found anywhere else that is totally addictive!
The meat servings on each taco are large so order tacos with "double tortilla." It costs only a couple of pesos more but this way an order of 2 tacos really becomes 4 smaller ones with room to try the tasty salsas! |
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"Parilla Mission Restaurant" - Family Owned and Operated!
Established: 1996
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-3581
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Cuisine: Traditional Mexican foods.
Until 11am Breakfast menu from $ 35 - 55 pesos
Until 6pm Lunch menu $ 40 pesos
(Includes punch to drink)
Until 11pm Dinner menu $40 - 250 pesos
Location: 30 Avenida
Between Calle 2 and 4 Norte
Website: www.parrillamission.com |
Mission Parilla is hands down the best value and quality "local style" food in Cozumel. Located in the mid-town area, this is a popular restaurant for those island adventurers who tend to stay off the beaten path. Parilla has the most economical plate breakfasts and lunches on the island so the place is always filled with locals. Their dinner menu is economical but includes everything from chile relleno to shrimp shiskabobs and more!
Parilla earned even more respect here on the island in 2005 after hurricane Wilma as literally it was the only place open and serving food to the public for weeks. While stories of gouging and profit taking in other stores were all around, Mission Parilla prices and service remained the same. This restaurant also took on the responsibility of feeding the hundreds of electrical workers that were brought in from the mainland to restore power to the island. All the while, service never faltered for locals at Parilla.
This family also owns/operates Casa Mission on 55 Avenida and La Mission restaurant on AR Salas between Melgar & Avenida 5. |
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"Pescaderia San Carlos" - Incredibly fresh seafood!
Established: 1999
Hours: Unknown
Phone: 987-872-7440 |
Cuisine: Seafood
Fresh Fish
Mexican
Location: Avenida 50 Bis
Between Calle 3 Sur &
ARosado Salas
(Across from Mari Tere store
& diagonal from DIF Park)
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Be brave and adventurous and give this spot a try. Rather than selling what he catches to local restaurants, this enterprising fisherman established his own eatery where customers can select from his catch of the day. The filetes empanizado (battered fried fish) is by far the best on the island. Try the seafood soup or the ceviche, which is mixed seafood in salsa. If you're really hungry, check out Carlos' whole fried fish.
Initially this was a "to go" or "take out" place only but now the restarurant area in back has been expanded to serve his growing base of loyal customers.
Expect to wait in line on Sundays for take out! |
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"Super Taqueria 'El Pique'" - Amazing Mexican Food!
Cuisine: Tacos
Mexican Food
Quesos
Location: Avenida 30
Between
Juarez & Calle 2 Sur
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Hours: Daily
7:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-4628 |
Super Taqueria "El Pique" is a popular taco place for locals and many tourists are fast becoming fans of their variety of tacos. No paper menus ~ just see the wall ~ and no silverware either! Just a no frills, authentic taco stand that also features fajitas, queso, fresh salsa and platos. You also have to try the bean soup which is a house specialty and they offer a nice selection of ice cold beverages to top off the meal. The service is also VERY good and you can enjoy your meal either inside or outside on the patio!
For those more adventurous souls, this is one of the best places to get a variety of tacos featuring the "other meats" like tripa, stomach, brains, etc. and these are all also very delicious! |
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"Taqueria El Cameron Dorado" - One of the best places for locals style seafood!
Established: 2005
Hours: Tuesday - Sunday
7am - 4pm
Closed Monday
Phone: 987-872-7287
Delivery Available |
Cuisine: Seafood & Pork
Tacos or Sandwiches
Full Plate Lunches
Location: Corner of Juarez
(Transversal Hwy)
& Avenida 105
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Seafood restaurants like Cameron Dorado are staples among islanders of Cozumel so they don't necessarily depend on tourism for their business. It's a way of life here ~ islanders eat seafood tacos or tortas for their breakfast and lunch meal much like Americans go to Burger King or Taco Bell. Cameron Dorado seafood restaurant is a very popular spot for locals to be able to do just that ~ eat and go! With quick, effortless service, guests get in, get out and on with their day while being able to eat some of the freshest seafood available on the island. This restaurant has a complete menu of seafood to choose from although most locals just order tacos. In addition to excellent seafood, the menu offers eggs and breakfast fare as well as pork and beef dishes as well for those wanting a different taste for the day. Everything is cooked fresh daily and salsas are whipped up fresh every few hours. They even make and bottle their own beverages here as well.
Given its location right on the transversal highway to the other side, this Cozumel seafood restaurant makes a great stop before or after a spin around the island.
Order at least 3 shrimp tacos and a Coca Cola to get started. The MUST HAVE item here is the dark green, roasted habanero salsa. Typically not even offered to gringos ~ ask for it and try it even if you think you don't like hot stuff! BEWARE: A little dab will do ya at first...then you can't get enough of it!! |
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"Beachclub Bucannos Bar & Grill" - Cozumel's Best Kept Secret
Cuisine: Festive Carribean-Mexican Restaurant
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 6:00 pm
Phone: 987-872-0100
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Menu: Appetizers include grilled calamari and rcok shrimp salad, calamari rings with
cilantro aioli & balsamic chipotle reduction, classic nachos grande, ' three amigo'
appetizer platter etc.
Light Lunches include Cozumel's best burger, blackened fish soft shell tacos,
grilled cilantro lime shrimp quesadillas and Buccanos adobo chicken chorizo
pizza to name a few.
Lunch entres include coconut/ almond crusted jumbo shrimp w/tequila lime butter
on poblano coconut rice, pan seared blackened grouper fillet, grilled lobster tail,
grilled marinated skirt steak and seafood platter etc...
Location: Club Cozumel Caribe
Playa San Juan Beach, Costera Norte Km 4.5
www.clubcozumelcaribe.info
Website: www.buccanos.com/Buccanos-Bar-Grill.htm |
Enjoy the unexpected in traditional cuisine! |
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"Bucannos At Night" - Wonderful Beachfront Dining!
This is a highly recommended spot for beachfront dining with a panoramic view from a terrace overlooking the mainland skyline across the ocean. All backlit with candles and torchlight, this creates an ambiance that makes this a great spot for relaxed and romantic dining.
The food is very eclectic and combines a multi-sensory, multi-ethnic dining experience where the flavors sort of clash on purpose to create a literal explosion on your pallete! There are many seasonal dishes that will surprise and entice you and also an array of signature seafood dishes. Some of the favorites include lobster ceasar salad, you have to try the lobster mac and the fresh mahi and tuna - to die for!
Recommendation - you will want to ensure you reserve your dining experience in advance... |
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"Bucannos Beach" - One of Cozumel's Best Kept Secrets!
Cuisine: Festive Carribean-Mexican Restaurant
Amenities: Sand beach with easy ocean entry
Off Shore Snorkel Park ~ rated in top 3 by Carnival Cruise Lines
Seaside beach location
Palapas and benches on the beach
Two large fresh water pools
Lockers and change rooms
Large A.C. bathrooms
Outdoor beach shower
Rock climbing and repel park in premises
Snorkel equipment rental
Kayak rental
Parasailing and wave runner rental
Beach massage
Towel rental
Location: Club Cozumel Caribe
Playa San Juan Beach, Costera Norte Km 4.5
Phone - 987-872-0100
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Menu: Appetizers include grilled calamari and rcok shrimp salad, calamari rings with
cilantro aioli & balsamic chipotle reduction, classic nachos grande, ' three amigo'
appetizer platter etc.
Light Lunches include Cozumel's best burger, blackened fish soft shell tacos,
grilled cilantro lime shrimp quesadillas and Buccanos adobo chicken chorizo
pizza to name a few.
Lunch entres include coconut/ almond crusted jumbo shrimp w/tequila lime butter
on poblano coconut rice, pan seared blackened grouper fillet, grilled lobster tail,
grilled marinated skirt steak and seafood platter etc...
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 6:00pm
Website: www.buccanos.com/Buccanos-Bar-Grill.htm |
Enjoy the unexpected in traditional cuisine! |
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"Love Cafe Cozumel" - Live Band !!
Established: September 2011
Hours: Daily
10:00am - 12:00am
Phone: 987-107-1252 |
Cuisine: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Caribbean & Mexican
Soul Food & Southern
Seafood & Vegetarian
Location: Rafael E. Merlgar &
Boulevard Aeropuerto
At Playa Casitas
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Featuring live band right on the beach, this restaurant and bar is a local's favorite and it's hard to beat this place for watching the sunset! |
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"Paradise Beach Restaurant" - Well worth the Visit!
Cuisine: Mexican
American
Seafood
Location: Carretera Costera Sur Km. 14.50 between San Francisco & Playa Sol (Mia). Located 9 miles south of downtown, Paradise Beach is a short taxi ride away.
Website: www.paradise-beach-cozumel.net |
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 5:00pm
Phone: 987-120-0027
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If you like Margaritaville, then you'll love this place! The food at Paradise Beach restaurant alone is worth the visit. Sit by the white sand beach looking out over the clear Caribbean Sea. Enjoy Mexican dishes such as ceviche and nachos or more traditional dishes like Black Angus hamburgers and buffalo chicken wings.
The quality of food and service is to a very high standard and the location is stunning. If you have a light appetite simply enjoy Paradise Beach’s famous Guacamole and Chips and watch the world go by. |
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"Blue Angel Restaurant" - Dining with an Ocean View!
Cuisine: Bistro
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 10:30pm
Website: http://www.blueangelresort.com/restaurant/ |
Amenities: Open for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Sunset Sensation Special from 4pm to 6:30pm - 2 for 1 Appetizers and Drinks
Live Music Every Day from 7pm to 9pm
Location: 2.3 Costera Sur
Inside Blue Angel Resort!
Website: 987-872-0819 |
This wonderful locale (can we say WATERFRONT) is great for a wonderful view of the ocean. Breakfast, lunch and dinners feature wonderful selections (big favorites are the nachos and chimichangas) and with the refreshing sea breeze, it's a perfect setting! But come hungry, as while the prices are quite affordable, you will receive VERY large portions (often you can split the food and it's even more economical)! They feature a Sunset Sensation daily from 4:00pm to 6:30pm (2 for 1 appetizers and drinks) and also LIVE Music from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.
The restaurant is located at the Blue Angel Resort, so you can make a day of it (many ammenities available). There is also a wide selection of drinks and beers to help you stay cool... |
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"Chi Restaurant Bar Lounge" - Authentic Chinese/Asian & Sushi!
Established: Downtown 2001
Plaza i95 2011
Hours: Monday thru Saturday
9:00pm - 12:00pm
Sunday Buffet
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Phone: 987-869-8156
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Cuisine: Chinese, Thai & Sushi
Location: #1 Downtown
Calle 3 Sur &
Avenida Rafael Melgar
#2 Plaza i95
Avenida Rafael Melgar
Across from Puerta Maya
Website: www.chicozumel.com |
Now with two locations in Cozumel Chi restaurant provides a comfortable and modern venue for its excellent Asian fusion cuisine. The original downtown location opens Sundays with it's incredible LUNCH BUFFET which features a nice variety of their regular menu items offered during the week. The Sunday buffet is around $150 pesos and the price includes a beverage.
If not interested in the buffet, guests can choose from over 200 items on the menu featuring an assortment of tastes from all around Asia including Thai and sushi. Those looking for something more exotic in taste, the Chi chefs are from Hong Kong, China and Thailand so they can prepare a variety of dishes that are not even listed on the regular menu. Whether dining inside in the comfortable climate controlled dining room or outside on the patio or garden guests will enjoy a magnificent view of Puerta Maya, the ships and the ocean.
With such an extensive menu, we encourage you to order several different dishes and share amongst a group so everyone can sample the many different flavors of Asia!
2 The downtown location has an excellent upstairs vantage point for viewing the Carnaval parades each year but you must reserve tables a day or two in advance. Well worth the trouble though and incredible food to top it off! |
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"Danube European Cuisine" - Fine Dining Without The Price!
Established: April 2011
Hours: Monday thru Thursday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Friday thru Saturday
10:00pm - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-989-6349 |
Cuisine: European
Seafood
Location: Carretera a Chankanaab Km. 4.5
Plaza I95, Deck 4
Across from the Puerta Maya Pier
Website: www.danubecoz.com/en/about.htm |
This location opened in 2011 and features both inside and patio dining. The views are beautiful and quite relaxing. The menu offers a selection of unique dishes and all are made from scratch. In addition to the gourmet foods, you have a full bar that includes many domestic and imported wines and beers, smoothies and coffee drinks. The location can also accommodate over 125 guests, so this also makes for a great event location for weddings, business meetings, etc. You also receive free WiFi while dining! |
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"Fat Tuesday Cozumel - Puerta Maya" - Every Day is Fat Tuesday!
Let the good times roll here at Fat Tuesday! This bar and restaurant is a very relaxed feel, is a great spot for tourists, has a wide drink selection (but be ready, they pack a punch and are extremely generous portions) and has a nice menu selection of both American and Mexican snacks and entrees. You will also enjoy the great photo opportunities available inside and outside the restaurant and they play a very nice mix of pop, hip, rock and salsa music as you enjoy your cocktails, food and people watch!
Note - there are two locations, the other is in downtown Cozumel, off the Main Square! |
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"La Hach Restaurant & Cantina" - Live Rock & Reggae !!
Established: 2010
Hours: Sunday thru Tuesday
9:30am - 1:00am
Wednesday thru Thursday
9:30am - 3:00am
Friday & Saturday
9:30am - 4:00am
Phone: 987-120-1806
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Menu: Mexican
Location: In front of Hotel Villa Blanca
Carreterra Costera Sur
Km. 2.9
Website: www.lahachcozumel.com |
Featuring live rock and reggae, this restaurant and bar is a local's favorite and always crowded! With all the drink specials offered throughout the week, it's hard to beat this place! Everyday background music features classic rock and pop (both English and Spanish) and "Live" classic rock and reggae on Friday and Saturday from 11:00pm to 3:00am. Check it out!
Specials
Daily - 2 for 1 drinks and 3 for 2 beers for sunsets! |
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"Paprika Mexican & Caribbean Cuisine Restaurant"
Established: 2010
Location: Carretera Costera Sur
KM 4.5
Contact: michelleg.paprika@gmail.com
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Hours: Monday thru Saturday
8:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday
10:00am - 8:00pm
Services: Caribbean & Mexican
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Phone: 987-872-2404 |
An excellent beachside place to go for Mexican Caribbean food with a flair! Don't miss their house special plate: HOT WINGS!! But buy yourself a beer first because they are not for the faint of heart!
Try the xcatic pepper stuffed with fish in a yucatecan red salsa and holland cheese ~ it's a "delish" MUST for spicy food lovers! |
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"The Coral Reef Restaurant" - Swim Up to the Pool Bar!
Cuisine: Mexican
International
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Location: Carretera a Chankanaab km 4 Costera Sur
Located inside Cozumel Casa del Mar Hotel
Website: www.casadelmarcozumel.com/ |
Hours: Daily
7:00am - 11:00pm
Phone: 987-872-1900
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Located inside the Cozumel Casa del Mar Hotel next to the pool, the restaurant features both National Mexican and International cuisine. They have a breakfast buffet that is good, lunch meals are served very quickly (so you can get back out to the pool/beach) and the swim up pool bar is quiet nice (try some of the exclusive cocktails they make)! |
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"Tikila Bar" - Drinks, Mariscos & Snacks!
Cuisine: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Drinks
Caribbean & Latin American
Mexican & Seafood
Hours: Sunday
9:00am - 7:00pm
Monday
9:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday thru Saturday
9:00am - 12:00am
Phone: 987-872-2404
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Amenities: LIVE MUSIC
Thursday - Kaboa Band
Friday - Acoustic Band
Saturday - Kaboa Band
Sunday - Revolutions (Happy Hours 3:00pm - 6:00pm)
Location: Carretera Costera
Sur @ Km 4.5
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Featuring live music Thursday through Sunday evenings on part of the terrace, this restaurant and bar is a local's favorite and it's hard to beat this place for watching the sunset as you have wonderful views and easy access to the beach. Perfect place for family, friends and couples, you will find quite refreshing drinks and a nice selection of snacks, lunch and dinner selections that include BBQ, marlin tacos, empanadas, burgers and many other selections to satisfy your appetite!
Also, book you own special event here - baby showers, weddings, etc.!
Now open for breakfast also... |
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Just wanted to thank COZUMELINSIDER for getting us booked for our activities while we were in Cozumel. The dolphin swim was fantastic! I'd do it again in a minute. We didn't get to do the SNUBA diving ..... we ended up doing the Helmet dive instead for the same price. We plan on visiting Cozumel again possibly next year and will be contacting you to book some excursions prior to our vacation. We saved a significant amount of money booking the excursions through COZUMELINSIDER instead of the cruise line. Thanks again! S.Forgette and G Wichtowski ~ Not Given
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What a great Experience!!! We booked our excursions through this website with a slight bit of apprehension. We figured it would be safer to book through our cruise ship since this was our first time going to Cozumel. Boy am I so thankful we didn't. Our cruise ship (which we thoroughly enjoyed) had many excursions organized with tons of people in each excursion. By booking through INSIDER we were definitely given smaller groups to be with. We did the Atlantis Submarine excursion and we saved almost 100 dollars right there!!! We also booked a Resort Scuba with Eagle Ray Divers. We had 1-on-1 attention with Antonio (the owner), our own boat to go out on, and got personalized attention with the lesson/dive. I know if we had booked on the cruise ship there probably would've been many other people ...
Also, we originally booked a car rental for that Saturday morning. Jacqueline @ Cozumel Insider, called us at home prior to our cruise to inform us of some minor scheduling changes. She then suggested that the rental car may not be neccessary due to our number of excursions and our limited time. Due to her advice we cancelled our car rental which was the wise thing to do. This shows that this company has a lot of integrity and is not out there just to make a buck on the unsuspecting tourist. Next year we will definitely book through Cozumel Insider, we will recommend this company to all our friends, and we plan on booking with Antonio for more scuba next time!!!! Dr. Marvin Carson ~ Tullahoma, Tennesseee
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We cannot begin to express our thanks to Sherri and the staff at IslaMar Villas for our wonderful 11-night stay. This was our third time staying at IslaMar Villas and for us it's the only place to stay in Cozumel. It has truly become our home away from home. We love the apartments, the courtyard and pool, and the warm and friendly neighborhood.
We also used "COZUMELINSIDER" to book our car rental with Avis. It went very smoothly and you guys also helped us trade in our little Chevy Pop for something a little bigger.
A big THANK YOU to Sherri for introducing us to a wonderful private driver on the mainland and for arranging our excursion to Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Akumal. We were so happy that we decided to finally venture off the island and go to the mainland to see the ruins. The driver Sherri arranged for us was extremely friendly and went above and beyond to make sure we saw things we wouldn't have even known about had we taken the car ferry and driven on our own. To anyone looking for a private tour of places on the mainland, we highly recommend asking Sherri to arrange it for you. It was well worth it!
Thank you again, Sherri! Your kindness and warm hospitality makes us choose IslaMar Villas and your services over and over again. R & M Browning ~ Superior, CO
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En mi opinion, Josefina es una asombrosa profesora. Pienso que si necesitas aprender Espanol, ve a ver a Josefina!!
Adios! Jana Helbach ~ Not Given
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My husband and I lived in Cozumel for just over 6 months and completly LOVED it! We spent most of our time on the other side of the Island where it is just a completely different world. I highly recommend Cozumel to anyone travelling to the Mayan Riviera. I know so many people who go to Cancun, but have never been to Cozumel even though it is only about 40 minutes away! Take advantage of this beautiful Island!!! A. McIntosh ~ Toronto, Canada
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