Fauna

Top choice in Ruta del Vino & Valle de Guadalupe


In a region known for its superlative dining, this restaurant is our uncontested favorite. The setting is rustic-chic, with family-style seating at reclaimed wooden tables, an open kitchen and views out to a garden of herbs and cacti. The set menu, which varies based on what's available and the whims of the masterful chef, is quite simply astounding.

Whatever is served, be it the tender blood clams, the abalone taco, the chayote lasagne or any number of other experimental concoctions, the food deeply satisfies the palate while drawing artfully from the bounty and traditions of Baja, Mexico. And it's beautifully presented. The mezcal cocktails and wine pairings are also divine.


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