Zihuatanejo
This thatched-roofed diner with cheerful, colorful folkloric decor is an essential stop in Zihua for traditional Guerrero cuisine. Breakfast egg dishes…
Must-see restaurants in Zihuatanejo
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Zihuatanejo
You're sitting so close to the sizzling spit of carne asada (marinated grilled beef) that sweat runs down you in rivulets. You watch, transfixed, as the…
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Zihuatanejo
From his curbside barbecue, grill master Mauricio Cancino cooks up fresh fish (usually tuna or mahi-mahi with grilled veggies) to perfection, then he…
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Zihuatanejo
While walking around in Zihua heat, you come to appreciate havens of arctic air-con, such as this split-level, bicycle-themed cafe – ideal for sipping a…
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Zihuatanejo
A shady hideaway tucked off a major thoroughfare isn't necessarily what you'd associate with a prime seafood joint, but this open-sided place with leather…
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Zihuatanejo
This place near the market is renowned for its down-home Mexican cooking and casual atmosphere (complete with blaring TV). There are always several…
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Zihuatanejo
Zihua's premier breakfast spot, this open-air cafe slings a tantalizing array of Guerrero comfort food including huevos a la pasilla (fried eggs in…
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Zihuatanejo
Tucked onto a concrete patio under a bamboo roof fringed with Christmas lights, this unpretentious corner joint is popular among long-term gringos thanks…
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Zihuatanejo
This adorable breakfast and lunch cafe is on a little plaza with outdoor seating. It has a loyal local following thanks to its chilaquiles and omelettes…
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Zihuatanejo
Playfully riffing on the idea of saintliness and sinfulness, the menu implores you to 'enjoy being sinful' with such dishes of darkness and power as mahi…
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Zihuatanejo
On the sand at the main access to Playa La Ropa, this place serves grilled octopus, snapper, and shrimp sautéed in tequila, plus an array of tasty soups,…
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Zihuatanejo
Staff here shuck oysters, and dice and drown ceviche on the street side, where boleros belly up to the sidewalk bar and sing about their unbridled,…
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Zihuatanejo
Despite the seasonal beer-bucket NFL promos, this is a refined pavilion in dark wood right on Playa La Ropa. Best dishes include grilled octopus, tuna…
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Zihuatanejo
Close to the pier, at this casual and popular open-air restaurant (The Fat Mermaid) you're met with a mural of sea maidens that Botticelli would have been…
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Zihuatanejo
Benefitting from stellar clifftop views of the bay, Espuma is great at any time of day. Come for the creative breakfasts (arrachera with cactus, frittata…
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Zihuatanejo
With its landmark sail roof over candlelit tables and its fusion of Latin, European and Asian flavors, this beachside bistro is just meters away from the…
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Zihuatanejo
As night comes down, these guys do wonders with the humble baked potato. Yes, there's a side show of tacos and fruit juices, but the specialty here is the…
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Zihuatanejo
Though it doesn't look much from outside, the chef here takes real pride in preparing delicious seafood dishes, such as great fish tartare, seared tuna…
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Zihuatanejo
A romantic Italian restaurant with a fabulous bird’s-eye view of the bay, Il Mare is well regarded for its Mediterranean pasta and seafood specialties,…
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Zihuatanejo
Squash-blossom omelette, chilaquiles (tortilla strips in salsa) and other Mexican delicacies get your day off to a sunny start at this informal breakfast…
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Zihuatanejo
This sweet little family-run place is all about straightforward seafood dishes and reasonably priced beer. Specialties include garlic shrimp, coconut…
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Zihuatanejo
Though there's a huge selection here, not all is that tasty. But what makes a visit worthwhile are the tacos al pastor (spit-cooked marinated pork) from…
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Zihuatanejo
An intriguing little spot with well-dressed, candlelit wood tables spilling onto the pedestrian street. It serves everything from sashimi to freshly made…
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Zihuatanejo
A hearty and inexpensive breakfast or lunch is available in the market, which has rows of comedores (counter eateries) serving such gastronomic delights…
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Zihuatanejo
A good traditional Mexican bakery in the heart of downtown Zihua.
