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By Kirstin Frieze.
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here is no question we like to eat. Whether we eat
to live or live to eat, our search for sustenance is as constant
as the ebb and flow of the ocean’s tide. We may even say that
for some people, eating has become more of a hobby than a
necessity! As a society, we have gone from simply preparing
meals in our homes, to watching ten-minute cooking segments on daily morning shows like Today and Good Morning
America, and have even created a compelling demand so
great that an entire television channel, The Food Network,
was established to quench our thirst for all things food. The
more we know about food, where it comes from, and how
deliciously it can be prepared in any number of ways, the
more we expect of the restaurants in which we dine. Enter:
unbeatable international cuisine for all tastes and desires.
Lucky for us, Los Cabos’ restaurants have responded to this
order with such fervor that they often welcome “non-foodies,”
feed them, and send them back into the world as certified
food snobs. And with restaurants sometimes listing page upon
page of delicious, enticing, and even nutritious organic choices, food here in Los Cabos offers something for us all, and
sometimes even under the same roof.
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Despite the increasing number of international restaurateurs
and chefs in Los Cabos, we have to remember that we are in
México, after all. Los Cabos boasts some of the most
scrumptious Mexican food around, and we’re not just talking
tortillas. From national dishes to regional cuisine specific to
Baja California Sur, it is sure to be found here. But, even with
this rich and authentic Mexican cuisine, there are other
international options for the palate. The beautiful setting,
nearly perfect weather, and plethora of outdoor activities,
draw international tourists to our area, and now an impressive number of skilled chefs and experienced restaurant
owners are calling it home. Japanese, Chinese, French,
Italian, and Spanish citizens are among the ever-growing list
of Los Cabos locals, who were born and raised elsewhere,
and who have brought their countries’ flavors with them. If
you’re looking to eat with a fork, or chopsticks, or even your
fingers, Los Cabos has just the place for you.
At Mexican restaurants or from a Mexican wait staff, “Buen
Provecho “ is what you most commonly hear when your
meal is being presented. However, you may use
Spanish paella, pub fare from Ireland and England, and even
exotic eats such as those offered in Israel, Iran, and Russia,
can all be found in this eclectic dining destination. Olé Olé
Tapas Restaurant & Bar prepares paella, as will some other
restaurants, but this special and complex dish is often served
only on certain days of the week, or it may require an advance
order. Brennan’s Restaurant & Grill and Pub de La Chapu carry
innumerable Irish and British libations, and serve the proper
eats to go along with them. 12 Tribes Restaurant, whose name
is inspired by the Bible’s 12 tribes, offers sensational food from
Israel, Iran, Russia and other Middle East regions. Ethnic heritage peacefully co-exists right at your table. Several South
American and Latin American countries, such as Brazil,
Argentina, and Cuba, prepare their scrumptious cuisines and
showcase their interesting cultures, at restaurants found in San
José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas. Their beats and treats will
get you all fired up for your Cabo night!
Hoping to find a place where chopsticks are offered? You’re
in luck, because some of the best of authentic Asian eateries
can be found here in Los Cabos. In addition to sushi bars
and hibachi tables, from sweet and sour pork to chicken
satay to banana blossom salad, you’ll find it all here. Thai,
Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese, and other virtuoso dishes are
prepared under one roof at Bohai Asian Bistro in Cabo San
Lucas. Wonderful sushi restaurants have become quite the
rage here as well, and at Arts & Sushi, the talented chefs conjure up some of the most original and finest dishes available.
With our fortunate location on the sea, it’s quite possibly the
freshest seafood available. Bring your tuna catch back to shore
and have a trained and skilled chef at many of the restaurants
and resorts prepare some of the best sashimi you will ever
have! Pitahayas, at the Sheraton Hacienda del Mar resort, has
created its menu combining amazing continental cuisine with
its signature infusion of Pacific Rim flavors.
Although Mom may well make the best spaghetti and meatballs that you’ve always loved, we’re sure it’s got nothing on
the authentic dishes found at Italian restaurants and trattorias right here, operated by proud and generous Italians.
Representing many of the different cooking techniques and
ingredients that create this popular and reliable cuisine,
Italian restaurants in Los Cabos prepare pizzas and pastas,
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“Itadakimasu” when you begin your Japanese meal together,
or be bid “Buon Apetitto” in Italian restaurants, or, believe it
or not, “Dobar Tek,” in Polish! Each of which loosely translates to “Enjoy your meal.” A response of “Gracias” will do
for any of these blessings. But upon seeing your fantastic
meal presented and being eager to dive into it, “Thank you!
Thank you” may be all that you can muster!
Pitahayas’ Ying-Yang combination of filet mignon, honey-glazed shrimp, and lobster.
plus seafood dishes and unique appetizers, probably not
found in the Olive Gardens of the world. Italian wine lovers
will be happy to learn that imports from the homeland are
readily available, too.
For those preferring to stick to what they know while on
vacation, there are many fine eateries offering good ol’
American cuisine. Elegant steakhouses, such as La Bodega
Steak and Wine House in San Jose del Cabo and Casa
Raphael in Cabo San Lucas, serve the finest cuts of U.S. and
Sonoran beef, catering to those with hearty meat-eater
appetites. Burger joints, like Johnny Rocket’s, provide the
classic standby of a cheeseburger, fries, and malts. All comfort food for many. There are also a few really great places
for custom-made deli sandwiches, fresh meats and cheeses,
fabulous fresh salads, and treats from home, if a simple but
delicious lunch is what you want. Lenny’s Deli, Señor
Greenburg’s, and Applebee’s come to mind.
And last but certainly not least, if you seek really great Mexican
food, and your presence here tells us that you do, step out of
your hotel lobby and head in any direction to find some of the
best in the country. From the simplicity of the beef tacos sold in
the taquerías and the fresh fish ceviche on many Mexican
menus, to more elaborate dishes like chiles en nogada and
tampiqueña, the traditional and authentic Mexican food available in this area will surely make it hard to try anything else.
So pick a place on the map, let your mouth water for what you
crave, and head out to a restaurant that will fit the bill for your
culinary pleasure. Los Cabos Magazine’s restaurant guide and
the Los Cabos Guide can help you get there.
Opposite page (From top) Queso Cilantro, a masterful cheese and potato dish, at Pub de la Chapu; Nikki Beach’s exquisite twist on sushi
rolls pairs sweet fruit and fresh fish; Amarone’s Costolette d’Agnello “Scottadito,” grilled lamb chops and roasted rosemary potatoes.
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These Los Cabos restaurants caught our attention this time
with their international flair, haute and hip atmospheres, and
great locations. Kirstin Frieze, Lauren Glenn, David Mandich,
and Patricia Krajeski share some thoughts about them.
This Atún Tataki in a special ginger sauce is one of the fantastic sushi and sashimi plates at Arts & Sushi in Cabo San Lucas.
7 Seas Restaurant & Bar
The Cabo Surf boutique hotel on Playa Acapulquito in San José del Cabo
is a magical place to stay, and its fabulous 7 Seas Restaurant is one of the
best dining experiences in Cabo. Perched over the sand and sea, 7 Seas
integrates itself into the landscape. You can start your day with delicious
breakfast items such as fresh juices, assorted coffees, and a menu where
no fewer than five items are designated as healthy food, and the others in
the yummy pancake/waffle/Eggs Benedict category. ($5.75 US to $12.50
US). At lunch, the menu focuses on salads and seafood, like the
Topolobampo (Don’t you love saying that word?) Crab Tostadas, and the
almond crusted shrimp with mango salsa. ($7 to $19 US). And if all that’s
not enough to chew on, then there’s the dinner menu. Wow. Sashimi anyone? What about sautéed scallops or surf and turf? Entrées include mostly fish and seafood, every dish prepared in an extraordinary way. For
non-fish eaters, there are some fantastic meat, chicken, or pasta selections. ($16.50 to $27.50 US). But, how’s this for a great idea: Full Moon
Dinners. 7 Seas Restaurant & Bar has created a special dinner menu for the
special full moon nights. Dine on the sand or the terrace, from appetizer
to dessert. The chef prepares an inclusive menu for each month’s full
moon. (prix fixe menu $50 US) Check the Lunar Calendar for dates. The
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sight of the huge moon at eye
level, shimmering over the Sea of
Cortés is simply sublime. Do not
miss this. 7 Seas – open 7 days a
week. Km 28, San José del Cabo.
(624) 142-2676. www.7seasrestaurant.com. P.M.K.
Arts & Sushi
Cabo has some of the most unique
and interesting venues for dining
out, and one of my favorites is
Arts & Sushi located alongside the
marina boat ramp, behind
Liverpool, at the Plaza Bonita
Mall. Here you can enjoy fresh
sushi – so fresh it was probably
Reservations: 143 - 0542. From USA: 011 - 52 (624) 143 - 0542
Nightly from 5:00pm to 10:30pm Visa / Master Cards welcome.
Paseo del Pescador, Cabo San Lucas. Next to City Club.
www.lagolondrinarestaurant.com E-mail: [email protected]
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Breakfast waffles, fresh fruits and juices at 7 Seas Restaurant.
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ence, a sophisticated menu and, fine dining in harmony with Baja’s beautiful sea, beach, sun and moon. In
the daylight, Médano Beach is filled with 20-somethings enjoying Spring Break - year around. At night,
however, Baja Cantina Beach transforms into a sea of
tranquility, with the restaurant and bar on the sand
offering plush lounge chairs, and the terrace dining
area aglow with soft lighting and beautifully set
tables. The extensive menu includes a sushi bar, pastas, prime filets of beef and seafood – spiced, sauced
and sizzled in a wide variety of mouth-watering
styles. The crab cakes with mango salsa, and lobster
stuffed enchiladas are truly what make Cabo memo-
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caught off Cabo just hours before. You’ll dine in a
veritable gallery of fine paintings and sculptures by
Mexican and international artists. You’ll want to come
often because the exhibitions change frequently as
the art works sell out. Arts & Sushi Master Chefs
Israel and José have been at their craft for over 10
years. In addition to their expertly prepared sushi and
sashimi items, you can enjoy traditional Japanese dinner-house dishes including tempura (deep fried
shrimp and veggies), yakitori (skewered seafood or
chicken in tangy sauces) and teppanyaki entrées
including rib eye, tenderloin, lobster, and more.
Exotic original creations abound from a cucumber and
crab salad to “Camarones Gagaluka” - shrimp filled
with spicy crab and sea bass.” Nigiri sushi, special
hand rolls, rice bowls with crab or shrimp, lobster
curry, and more, all waiting to make your taste buds
happy. Traditional Japanese beers, sake, and green tea
are offered to those homesick for Tokyo, or you can
have the bartender mix your favorite libation from
the full bar. Entrée’s are priced from $14 US for the
“Rice Bowl with Tuna and Seaweed” to $25 US for the
fantastic “Special Hamachi Yellow Tail with Curry Oil
and Citric Sauce.” Open from 11 a.m. until 10:30 p.m.
Groups to 40 accommodated. Visa, MasterCard and
American Express accepted. Reservations: (624) 1444554 D.M.
Arriving in a hot, volcanic stone bowl, Terranova’s Molcajete
includes arrachera steak, nopal cactus, onion, tomato, and more.
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Photo courtesy: Baja Cantina
stickers and the tender Thai chicken satay with a sweet
peanut sauce, prices vary from $6 US to $16 US. Main
dishes, including seared tuna, tender and pink on the
inside and golden around the edges, top out at $28.50
US. Among the many delectable desserts is a must-try
green tea ice cream. Situated on Cabo San Lucas Ave,
just steps from Marina Blvd. Serving dinner Monday
through Saturday from 4 pm to 11 pm and Sunday from
2pm to 11 pm. All credit cards accepted. Outdoor kids´
area. (624) 144-4731. K.F.
Shrimp stuffed poblano pepper and lobster enchilada at Baja Cantina.
Brennan’s Bar & Grill
ries. Perhaps enjoy a spectacular banana flambé show prepared tableside. The bar’s “mixologist” makes your
favorite libations, with fresh fruit margaritas a specialty,
while the wine cellar features quality Mexican and international wines. Dinner entrée’s are priced from $17 US
for pastas to $38 US for surf and turf. Baja Cantina Beach
Grill features live music nightly, including a Mexican
Fiesta show on Wednesdays, and live jazz on Thursday.
Call ahead for schedules. Open 8 am to 11 pm daily for
your dining, drinking and beachside lounging pleasure.
Groups to 500 accommodated. Valet parking; M/C, Visa
accepted. Located on Médano Beach, fronting Cabo
Villas Resort. Baja Cantina Beach Grill reservations: (624)
143-9773. The original Baja Cantina restaurant is still
open on the dock side (L-M) of the Hotel Tesoro. Baja
Cantina Dockside : (624) 143-1591. D.M.
For something beyond traditional Mexican dining, Brennan’s
Bar & Grill restaurant will have you rubbing your eyes and
wondering what this wee-bit-o-Ireland is doing in Cabo?
Adjacent to the Blarney Castle Inn boutique hotel, Brennan’s
is sophisticated and low-key with dining al fresco on large
pergola covered stone patios designed to take advantage of
the cool evening breezes. The menu is expansive, ranging
from traditional Mexican fare to world fare, including steaks
with secret spices and sauces, fresh local seafood, and pastas.
Favorites include coconut shrimp served in a coconut shell
filled with mango sauce, and a delicious tender stuffed
Arrachera steak, rolled and sliced sushi-like, covered with
Chipotle sauce. Brennan’s rises to its nations call by providing the thirsty visitor with a well stocked wine cellar and full
bar. As when visiting Ireland’s mystical isles, you never know
what you to expect at Brennan’s. You’ll hear Irish ballads or
Christmas music in July, or witness a performance by a
troupe of Irish River Dancers. But whatever happens when
you do come to dine, you can count on enjoying spectacular views of Cabo’s city lights and the Sea of Cortés, and
food the finest this side of Dublin. Brennan’s is open Sunday
through Monday, and Wednesday through Saturday, from 8
A place providing a truly unique dining experience in Los
Cabos, Bohai Asian Bistro takes ambience, service, and
cuisine to a level far beyond excellence, acquainting diners with dishes from Vietnam, Thailand, China, Japan,
Cambodia, and Indonesia. Upon entering this Asiainspired eatery, the impression can only be described as
otherworldly. From the giant bamboo shoots used as a
division between the separate bar and the dimly-lit dining room, to the beautiful brick wall and tranquil waterfalls that plunge into the large pond below, guests here
will remain in awe from beginning to end. Choose from
the air-conditioned interior, including a Japanese
Teppanyaki station, or the spacious outdoor patio for dining. The offerings from Asia begin with the imported
beer selection, listing Tiger and Sapporo among many
others. Bohai Asian Bistro boasts an incredibly diverse
menu, including an overwhelming sushi selection, ranging from rolls to beautifully prepared tuna sashimi and
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Bohai Asian Bistro
Camarones Dragón, Bohai’s shrimp in zesty tamarind and coconut sauce.
Gilda Badilla
Brennan’s Irish Pub serves a traditional Mexican combo platter.
am to 11 pm, with happy hour from 12 pm to 5 pm. Prices
range from $11 US for Mexican entrée’s to $32 US for Surf
and Turf (lobster and filet mignon). MasterCard and Visa
accepted. Reservations: (624) 143-2160. D.M.
Cabo Mar
“Salsa, Salsa & Sunset” Dinner Cruise
If you are looking for the perfect evening during your
fabulous stay here in Los Cabos, and want to experience the wonderful sites and sounds of México, look
no further than the Cabo Mar “Salsa, Salsa & Sunset”
Dinner Cruise. As you board this immaculate twostory catamaran, you can’t help but smile when greeted by a well-trained and friendly staff. Beginning
your journey along the incomparable coastline, you’ll
want your cameras ready as you pass Lovers’ Beach,
the famous Arch, and Land’s End. The Cabo Mar
offers ample indoor and outdoor lounging areas
where guests can relax, while enjoying the colorful
sunset, and dine. In addition to frosty margaritas and
minty mojitos, there’s a full bar featuring wine, beer,
and cocktails. As the Cabo Mar glides towards the
harbor, a delicious “all you can eat” taco bar, tender
beef and chicken fajitas with beans and grilled vegetables, and a wide array of unique salsas, all grilled
and prepared fresh aboard the catamaran, add great
flavor to the evening. Things get ultra spicy when the
staff puts on a special dance performance, and afterwards invites you to join in and experience the Latin
rhythms of meringue, cumbia, and salsa. This unbelievable dinner cruise is available Mondays,
Wednesdays, and Fridays from 6 pm to 9:30 pm.
(Sunset cruise times vary according to daylight savings and sunset time.) Be sure to make a reservation
ahead of time. It costs $59 per person and half off for
children under 12. Boarding is at Dock O at the marina in Cabo San Lucas. Reservations and information:
(624) 143-3797. [email protected] L.G.
Our Lobster is sweet, tender, steamed, then seared
in butter. Best People watching spot on the Marina!
Very friendly staff. Upbeat music of the 70’s, 80’s,
90’s and present. Sushi is served after 1:00 pm.
Located on the Marina. Restaurant: 143-3050 Office: 143-7606 Open daily 7am-11pm. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. www.loscabosguide.com/solomons
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Capitan Fish Restaurant is all about presentation. This fabulous
restaurant resides on the second floor of the Puerto Parasio Mall
overlooking the beautiful Cabo San Lucas marina waters and
glamorous yachts. Enjoy the stunning views while dining on
one of two open-air terraces, or come into the air-conditioned
dining room, for a truly unique dining experience. The entire
restaurant’s interior is festooned with aquatic creatures. Nine
large museum quality sharks dangle from the ceiling alongside
a flock of friendly pelicans and seagulls. Incredible paintings
and murals cover every wall. Plasma TVs are placed throughout
the restaurant featuring sea life videos. Even the staff sports a
festive striped sailor uniform. It is obvious how much time and
effort restaurant owner Luis Cuesta Perusquia put into making
this a truly authentic marine experience. Capitan Fish offers a
blend of Mexican and international dishes. The irresistible
appetizers include smoked salmon tacos, California chiles
stuffed with tuna, and fish carpaccio on a crisp tortilla ($8$19.50 US). The fresh fish and seafood bar is an absolute must.
Try an oyster shooter, or fresh scallops seasoned with lemon
juice. The delicious seafood platter includes a lobster, shrimp,
octopus, squid and scallops brandy flambé for $24.50. Even the
fettuccine and penne pastas come topped with fresh seafood
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Captain Fish
At Captain Fish dine indoors or on the terrace overlooking the marina.
selections. Be sure to save room for the custard flan, mint or
Kailua parfait, or guava paste with cheese ($5.50-$9 US). A
children’s menu and play area are conveniently provided. Ask
your server about the different specials offered daily from 12
pm-5 pm. Capitan Fish is open from 12 pm. to 11 pm. daily.
AmEx, MC, Visa accepted. Plaza Puerto Paraiso, second level.
(624) 144-4966. L.G.
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Atún Erendira is Don Emiliano’s seared tuna marinated in chili oil, served
with organic greens. Paired with a cabernet sauvignon, it’s amazing.
Don Emiliano Restaurant
Experience Mexican high cuisine at Don Emiliano’s. Elegant
dining in the palmed courtyard under the stars makes for a
romantic evening here. For starters try the Fiesta of Tomales representing the four regions of México, while the XIX convent
recipe for Sopa de Natas will make you want to bless to the
cook. The Fideo Seco Luz Catalina is a dry soup of Mexican vermicelli, Tolucan chorizo and grated aged cheese. Grilled scallops on organic greens salad is perfect for a balmy eve. The
catch of the day is prepared with chile pasilla and a sauce of
regional cheeses. Ahi Tuna arrives seared and bathed with a tenchile sauce emitting an aroma rich and deep like a fine perfume.
Carne dishes include rib eye steaks grilled Chihuahua style, and
a succulent barbequed lamb. This singular Cabo restaurant,
preparing and serving foods recognized in the method of the
International Slow Food Association, is perhaps the closest thing
to a Cordon Bleu this side of the Sea of Cortés. Specializing in
this distinctive method of food preparation, Don Emiliano’s
offers ”slow food” cooking workshops several times a year, with
themes ranging from Mexican seafood to the seven legendary
moles of Oaxaca. Seasonal food events include Dia de los
Muertos in October, Navidad and Rosca de Reyes during the
Christmas holidays. Entrées are $17 US to $29 US. Groups to
220. Dinner only, with lunch dining beginning mid-December.
Señorita Dulce sings classical Mexican ballads Thursday
through Sundays. Located across from the Tropicana Hotel on
Mijares in centro San José del Cabo. (624) 142-0266. D.M.
La Bodega
Steak & Wine House
There are lots of reasons to go to La Bodega Steak &
Wine House, and there are lots of reasons to go back
again and again. The first reason, and perhaps why
you go in the first place, is for the Certified Angus
Beef (CAB). If a thick, juicy, sizzling, grilled steak is
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what you crave, La Bodega is where you want to get
it. Four cuts - flank, rib eye, New York, and filet
mignon - are offered. La Bodega’s cooking terms are
advised on the menu, and whichever cut you choose,
it will be grilled to perfection. All cuts come with
roasted vegetables and your choice of a second side.
Another reason to go is for the scrumptious and modern menu of tempting appetizers, Some of the creative starters include shrimp taquitos, wrapped in
lettuce with onion puree, pistachio vinaigrette, mustard, and lime; and a duck brochette with peanut,
coconut and Brie tamarind mole and Cous-cous salad.
Have you ever? Each month, owner Sergio de la
Sierra selects his “Wine of the Month” from the collection of more than 70 labels. These wines, mostly
red to accompany the rich meat flavors, are one of his
passions and pleasures. La Bodega Steak & Wine
House is centrally located in San José del Cabo’s historic Art District, making it yet another reason to go!
Appetizers from $7 to $9 US; all steak cuts $30 US.
Full bar and extensive wine list, bottles from about
$40 to $150 US. Indoor and patio dining. Serving
lunch 1 pm to 5 pm, and dinner 6 pm to 11 pm,
Monday through Saturday. (624) 142-6619. P.M.K.
Photo Courtesy: La Bodega Steak & Wine House
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Among La Bodega’s creative appetizers is Shrimp Taquitos,
wrapped with onion puree, pistachio vinaigrette, mustard, and lime.
La Panga Antigua
A special night out is called La Panga Antigua in Cabo
San Lucas. As soon as you enter the most charming
open-roofed courtyard dining area, you are surrounded
by warmth and comfort among the trickling water
sculpture, the antique Mexican artifacts and furniture
pieces, and the palapa awning over the upper veranda.
If you decide on a glass of wine, instead of a bottle
from the champion wine list that features ratings by
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Irela García
Tartare de Atún con Aguacate, from the talent at La Panga Antigua.
Wine Spectator’s Robert Parker, you will be offered a
tasting sip before your glass is poured, something I
have never encountered in any other restaurant, an
example of the impeccable service. The appetizer,
soup, salad, and entrée menu, while not extensive, is
certainly capable of making a selection difficult. Two
young chefs, Paul Zamudio (age 25) and Claudia
Castro (age 23), skillfully create, execute and present
dishes of distinction and impress even the most discriminating palate. Srita. Castro’s organic lettuce mixture with caramelized nuts, bacon bits, goat cheese and
an amazing sun dried tomato vinaigrette ($13.50 US)
is truly an inspired crowd pleaser; Sr. Zamudio prepared my lacquered ahi tuna with Baja desert honey
and soy sauce to perfection, ordered medium and arriving medium ($29.50 US.) Upon the chefs’ suggestion,
I ordered the Chocolate Tamal for dessert. I bid you,
follow their suggestion on this one. Total seating for
about 400, including patio and upstairs veranda.
Serving lunch Monday to Saturday, 12:00 to 5:00 pm,
and dinner daily from 5:30 to 10:30 pm. All major
credit cards accepted. (624) 143-6898. P.M.K.
Los Deseos
Along the aptly named Golden Zone, where you can
watch the Cabo sun set over the hills of Pedregal, sits
Los Deseos, one of Los Cabos’ most authentic
Mexican restaurants. Overlooking the marina and
feeling the soft breezes are just two more bonuses of
dining at Los Deseos (The Dreams.) You’ll find some
of the most interesting dishes at Los Deseos, beginning with such appetizers as Corn Sopecitos, a small
circle of lime-soaked masa, fried and topped with
beans, cheese, lettuce, veggies, and hot red sauce.
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Entreés include chicken, meat and
fish dishes. The Pibil Chicken is
slow-roasted chicken in achiote
spice and orange juice, wrapped
in banana leaves and red onion.
An incredible taste and texture.
The more familiar Mexican plates
include fajitas, chimichangas, and
chili rellenos, each in huge portions and rich in flavor. The
woman at the next table, a native
of México, told me the enchiladas
were the best she’d ever tasted.
Los Deseos is located on the
Golden Zone, next to Puerto
Paraiso. Seating for 130. Open
daily from 7 am to 11 pm. Visa,
MasterCard
and
American
Express accepted. (624) 1456020. P.M.K.
Mango Cantina
Great food and sports is the name of
the game at Mango Cantina
Restaurant & Sports Bar. The entire
restaurant’s theme is centered on
fun sports. The interior features
sports paraphernalia and murals on
every wall. If you are a real sports
fan, then you will love the 10 plasma TVs always showing the latest
televised games. The spacious outdoor patio is the perfect place to sit
and relax while cheering on your
favorite team. Start your meal with
“Home Run” mushrooms or some
“Major League” nachos for $7.50 to
$8.50 US. Try one the specialty
dishes like the “World Series
Shrimp” stuffed with cheese and
Marlin, wrapped in bacon, and
bathed in a wine and mushroom
sauce for $28 US, or the fresh “Hole
in One” lobster tail, cooked to your
liking and served with a baked potato and veggies. The Mexican plate is
another delicious special with chile
relleno, marinated arrachera steak,
enchilada, quesadilla, beans, and
guacamole for only $16 US. The full
bar has ample seating and features a
large tequila selection. A great
Reservations a must in the evening
Hidalgo St, in the heart of old Cabo San Lucas (one block from Marina Blvd.)
Open daily from 8 am to 11 pm Phone: (624) 143-0973 & (624) 143-2891
[email protected]
www.panchos.com
“happy hour” with 2-for-1 beers all day long. Stop by on the weekend and hear
live bands playing the best of American rock music. Validated parking in the
mall lot as well as free wireless Internet for your convenience. Mango Cantina’s
new location is just in front of the Puerto Paraiso mall on the Cabo marina.
Open daily for lunch and dinner from 8 am to 11 pm, and 2 am on Fridays and
Saturdays. (624) 143-3012. www.mangocantina.com. L.G.
Médano Beach Club
Formerly known as Las Palmas, next to ME Cabo on Médano Beach, this in-the-sand
eatery has been newly named Médano Beach Club. Don’t worry if you want to keep
your toes clean, for seating is also offered on the sheltered deck where viewing swimmers and water sports can be done with ease. In addition to the name, more changes
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Mango Cantina’s tortilla soup, served with all the trimmings.
The Restaurant design
allows for intimate
dinning and can also
accomodate large groups
for special occasions
Boulevard Mijares,
San Jose del Cabo
RESERVATIONS:
52 (624) 146 9698
www.loscabosguide.com
/thechefstable
are in the foreseeable future, as elegant new furnishings such as
hammocks, teepees, and sofas will be added all around. For
now, this casual joint with plenty of umbrellas in the sand offers
a concise dinner menu of a few Mexican dishes and plenty of
seafood options, priced from $15 to $28 US for the jumbo
shrimp. If an abundance of seafood suits your fancy, try the
combination platter for two people priced at $60 US. For some
traditional Mexican, you can’t go wrong here with the flank
steak fajitas, bursting with flavor and packed with tender
chunks of quality beef, onion, and colorful peppers for $15 US.
Portions are more than plentiful. Can’t decide among a few
items? Choose a combination of several Mexican entreés for
$35 US. Médano Beach Club is open daily from 7 am to 10 pm,
serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stop by and enjoy a cocktail from their expansive bar menu or relish in a 2 X 1 beer during happy hour. Sway to live music as a solo guitarist plays
Latin tunes each night from 7 to 10 pm. Visa and Master Card
accepted.(624) 143-0447. K.F.
Pancho’s Restaurant & Tequila Bar
Experience the Best on the Baja - Steaks, Seafood,
Mexican, and All You Can Eat Platters.
Lucky’s Cabo Grill, formerly La Parrillada, offers all you can eat platters of mouth
watering Baby-Back Pork Ribs, Sirloin Steak, and Chicken Thighs. Everything from
the Catch of the Day, to Chili Rellenos, to Lobster Quesadillas, to the Vegetarians’
favorite, Portabello Fajitas, can be enjoyed in this quaint Mexican Atmosphere.
PHONE: (624) 143-7424
Miguel Hidalgo St., along “Restaurant Row”.
Open daily (except Monday) for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
www.loscabosguide.com/luckyscabogrill
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Pancho’s Restaurant & Tequila Bar offers an authentic taste of
México. Owned by John and Mary Bragg from California, it was
their love for delicious authentic Mexican food that inspired
them to open their restaurant here in Cabo San Lucas. The two
have created an amazing dining experience that highlights
Mexican culture and history, serving specialty dishes from all
over México. The colorful tablecloths and beautiful Mexican
paintings and murals, many depicting the Mexican hero Pancho
Villa, create an inviting atmosphere. Pancho’s provides an indoor
dining area, outdoor terrace, and private patio for dining. The
inside dining area is highlighted by a mesquite grill in the center
of the restaurant. Pancho’s has been awarded the prestigious T
designation, showcasing one of the largest collections of tequila
in the world that features over 500 different labels. Patrons can
even arrange for a special tequila tasting session for $50 per person and $45 per person for parties of 7 and larger. The over-sized
menu offers a wide array of Mexican and American dishes. Start
with one of the delicious soups, salads, or appetizers priced from
$4 to $14 US. Try the coconut shrimp made with a special
mango sauce or the specialty fondue of melted Chihuahua
cheese. For the main course, Pancho’s
offers traditional Mexican dishes, as well
as grilled meats, chicken, and fish ($10$42 US). Delivered fresh daily, the tuna
comes highly recommended. Open daily
from 8 am (for breakfast) -11 pm. Visa
and Mastercard accepted. In restaurant
row between Hidalgo and Zapata in
Cabo San Lucas. ( 624) 143-2891.
www.tequilamescal.com L.G.
Sunset da Mona Lisa
Perched on the hillside overlooking
Monuments Beach, with perhaps the
very best view of the Land’s End Arch
and the Bay of Cabo San Lucas, Sunset
da Mona Lisa Seafood and Italian
Restaurant is a very special place indeed.
Dine under a huge air-conditioned palapa, or on the magnificent cantilevered
terrace. Either place, you’re in for a treat.
Some new menu items at Sunset da
Mona Lisa feature more imaginative creations from Executive Chef Emanuele
Olivero. A Zuppa de Granchio e Mango,
a chilled soup with La Paz blue crab, tender grains of corn guanciale, green
mango and red wine vinaigrette is a
“Wow! ($15.50 US) Pasta dishes include
an asparagus and prosciutto risotto, and a
linguine with baby clams. ($18 to
$28US) There are shellfish creations
such as Lobster Tail on Soba Noodles
with organic baby carrots and spinach,
and Giant Scallops served with Valrhona
Chocolate, pancetta, banana potstickers
and green beans. ($30 US – market price
for lobster dishes) For a meat lover’s
entrée, how about the Controfiletto,
Patate e Asparagi, a grilled New York
strip loin with Yukon Gold potato pavé,
creamy asparagus puree and choron
Hollandaise. ($34.50 US) My favorite
thing to do at Sunset da Mona Lisa is to
opt for wonderful Tasting Menus that are
offered in several unique selections comprising of either a three course meal
($54.50 US) or the chef’s special sixcourse tasting. ($105 US – and worth
every penny!) Did I mention dessert?
Magnificent wine list; full bar. Monday
to Sunday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Appropriate casual attire, please. Valet
parking available. Transpeninsular
Hwy, Km 6 at Missiones del Cabo.
(624) 145-8160. P.M.K.
Say Luxury, Exotic, Passion, Intimate, or simply say...
We kindly request
formal resort attire
reservations are suggested
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At Pancho’s Restaurant & Tequila Bar, all your senses are a fire!
Solomon’s Landing
Solomon’s Landing is no doubt Cabo’s ideal place for people
watching. From sun-up to sundown, this casual palapa-covered
restaurant gives guests the opportunity to gaze into the sea of
enviable yachts, and eye people strolling to and fro along the
marina. Solomon’s serves great American-style breakfasts, and
delicious international cuisine and fresh seafood at more-thanfair prices for lunch and dinner. Something new, and very popular, at Solomon’s Landing is a wine pairing event that takes
place one Tuesday a month. For just $28 US per person, ticket
holders will be served a five-course tasting menu of Solomon’s
finest fare. Items offered on each tasting menu vary from
month to month, but are always of the utmost quality. From
the indescribable fresh fish carpacio and crispy calamari
starters to the delectably tender Angus New York strip in a
mushroom glaze, it’s all superb. Even dessert sneaks its way
into the event. The portions are petite but no one walks away
hungry. Wines, supplied by Tutto Bene but hand-picked by
Solomon’s owners, range from whites to blushes to deep reds.
When the scheduled event is over, generous waiters walk
around offering a bit more wine. Event begins at 6:30 pm and
seating is around the bar, so occupancy is limited to 45.
Check dates for wine pairings. Tickets available at Solomon’s.
On the marina behind Tesoro Los Cabos. Open daily from 7
am to 11 pm, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Accepting
Visa and Master Card. (624) 143-3050. K.F.
Terranova Bar & Grill
This tranquil hide-away, attached to the Posada Terranova boutique hotel, offers affordable traditional and contemporary
Mexican cuisine. Within easy walking distance to the San José
del Cabo Art and Historic districts, this palapa and tree covered
terrace, with an unpretentious décor of ceiling fans, wrought
iron chairs and tile-top tables, reminds one of when Baja life
was slow and easy. One can afford to dine here three times a
day with full breakfast prices starting around $5 US for various
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egg and pancake dishes, up to $13 US for steak and eggs.
Dinner will run from $11 for a chile relleno plate up to $24 for
coconut shrimp. Caesar salad and Azteca soup are both under
$6.50. Don’t miss the fine cuts of T-bone and rib eye at $16.
The Molcajete is Aztec heaven. Arriving in a steaming volcanic
stone bowl, it’s loaded with tender arrachera beef, nopal cactus,
onion, tomato, cilantro and more. Cheesecake, chocolate cake
and a variety of ice cream flavors will nicely finish your meal.
The bar offers a selection of wines, national beers and all the
old standard mixed drinks you’d care to call. If I were a writer
looking for a tranquil place to write my next novel, it would be
on the Terranova Bar & Grill dining terrace. Nothing less, nothing more – it’s just right. Located at Degollado s/n between
Manuel Doblado and Zaragoza, about four blocks up from the
central plaza in San José del Cabo. Open from 7 am to 11 pm,
for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. American Express, Visa and
MasterCard accepted. (624) 142-0534. D.M.
The menu offers a mix of
both popular international
and classic&contemporary
mexican cuisine
Boulevard Mijares,
San Jose del Cabo
RESERVATIONS:
52 (624) 146 9698
www.loscabosguide.com
/thechefstable
No Worry’s Bar & Grill
From the No Worry’s Bar and Grill on the malecón, behind the
Tesoro Los Cabos Hotel, you can watch the Cabo San Lucas
world drift past, living the life of no worries. This is a very cool
place, a place that can inspire anyone to “enjoy the lifestyle”™
that the owners avow and call No Worry’s All Day All Night.®
But don’t kid yourself: The owners, all Americans, have parlayed
their love of Los Cabos into a successful business enterprise,
opening their restaurant, bar, and line of clothing (a store of
which you will find just through the
restaurant) about a decade ago. Beyond
the cuisine we know and love as “bar
food,” the menu also boasts other specialties. Taken in by the No Worry’s philosophy, choosing what to eat from the
No Worry’s fun menu may be the hardest thing you do all day. Breakfast, served
until noon, includes items from eggs to
yogurt and fruits. ($5.00 to $8.00 US)
The lunch and dinner menu runs “all
day, all night,” and selections range from
sizzling meats, amazing chicken dishes,
fresh fish and seafood, pasta, and some
Mexican specialties that are alone worth
the trip. Prices run from $7.00 US for
the grilled tuna sandwich, to $35.00 US
for a couple of tasty surf and turf combos. The No Worry’s Signature Buckets
(up to $100.00 US for a 4-person bucket) offer lobster, chicken, steaks, and
shrimp served Puerto Nuevo style with
all you can eat rice, beans and fresh hot
tortillas. There really is something for
everybody, even eats for the kiddos.
No Worry’s is open daily from (about)
9 am to 11 pm. Seats 200 and can
accommodate large groups. M/C, Visa.
(624) 143-8575. P.M.K.
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Miguel Ventura
By Lauren Glenn
Create your own colorful, distinctive and delicious spread for holiday gatherings.
J
ust because you are not home for the holidays doesn’t mean that you can’t bring the holidays to you. Traditionally at Thanksgiving, friends and family gather around the table sharing their gratitude, while indulging in a hearty feast. Numerous restaurants in San José del
Cabo and Cabo San Lucas offer a full Thanksgiving feast, so that people from all over can
come together and celebrate the harvest cornucopia. The Original Park Restaurant and Bar is
home to one of the best Thanksgiving meals in town. The restaurant’s owners, perhaps missing home themselves, created a holiday special with all of their homemade favorites including soups, salads, yams, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, stuffing, turkey, and pumpkin pie.
Plates come in extra large portions for only $25 US. Half-size orders and children’s menus are
also available. For those who prefer to prepare their own meals, we have some helpful hints
on how to enhance your traditional turkey day feast with Mexican flare.
The turkey has become the food of choice for celebratory occasions in México, especially for
Christmas and New Year’s. For the Mexican twists, start by replacing dinner rolls with bolillos, green bean casserole with chilied corn, yams with camote (a sweet potato dish), cranberry relish with mango salsa, and apple pie with capirotada (a bread-pudding with apples, raisins,
and pecans). A smoky chile cornbread or jalapeño cheese cornbread pudding may also be
interesting additions. Once the side dishes are decided, then it’s time to talk turkey. A flavorful mole sauce will really transform this main dish. You can find mole recipes online, and ingredients can be found in most local grocery stores. But if you can beg, borrow, or steal a secret
family recipe, that would make it really special.
Right around the corner from Thanksgiving is Christmas. Like in the U.S. and Canada,
Christmas is an extremely popular holiday in México. However, in México, the joyous
festivities and traditions are perhaps more focused on religious commemorations. Here,
Christmas festivities begin the 12th of December, the birthday of La Guadalupana
(Virgin of Guadalupe), México’s patron saint. Many things come to a halt the last few
weeks of December so time can be spent with family and friends. The Christmas holidays end on the 6th of January with the arrival of the Three Wise Men, The Magi.
Throughout the season, downtown San José del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas are decorated with bright twinkling lights and colorful festive décor. The plazas and the churches become cheerful meeting places, day and night.
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Beginning December 16th, Las Posadas are
one of the most cherished events. Many
neighborhoods participate in the re-enactment of Mary and Joseph wandering
through the streets in search of shelter for
the night. As the wanderers are invited into
a home, everyone gathers around the
Nativity scene and says a prayer on The
24th. Noche Buena, Christmas Eve, is especially exciting with the fireworks, church
bells and whistles proclaiming the birth of
the baby Jesus. This is the night when, following tradition, Catholic families return
home after Mass and enjoy their main
Christmas meal. Then, it’s time to open
gifts, play piñata games, and light sparklers.
The following day is all about relaxing with
family, while enjoying leftovers from the
prior evening. This holiday is not celebrated like an American style Christmas would
be with Santa Claus and Christmas trees.
Instead, the children leave a note with their
gift requests in their shoes, placed by their
beds, in hopes that the Three Kings will
deliver their gifts on the 6th of January,
such as the Magi did for baby Jesus.
While you may not be Catholic, Christian,
or even religious, you can still celebrate
year-end holidays with a traditional
Mexican feast. Serve up some authentic
Mexican dishes like Ensalada de Navidad
(Christmas salad with a nice blend of fruits
and vegetables), menudo (This soup is said
to be an extremely effective cure for a holiday hangover.), pozole (similar to
menudo, but made with pork instead of
tripe), Mexican rice, bacalao (a salty cod),
and roasted ham or turkey. Delicious handmade tamales, often accompanied by atole,
are an exceptionally popular holiday dish
here in México. Sweeten up your meal
with Buñuelos de Navidad (Christmas
sweet fritters). If you don’t feel like cooking yourself, surely you will be able to
find traditional Mexican Christmas specials and wonderful American-style
Christmas meals at restaurants and
resorts around Los Cabos.
So even if you are a thousand miles away
from home, you can still partake in your
favorite holiday traditions, and maybe even
add a few new Mexican traditions as well.
Open for lunch and dinner. Mon-Sat 12 to10 pm. Sunday 3 to 10 pm. Live music
every Friday 8 to 11 pm, Visa & MC accepted. Reservations: (624) 130.7569
Ignacio Comonfort & Morelos, Downtown SJD, inside Plaza Paulina.
www.voila-events.com • [email protected] • www.loscabosguide.com/voila
Elegant & Romantic Dining in The Ocean Room or Poolside. Live dinner music &
piano bar nightly. Fully air-conditioned. For those of you with demanding palates, our
Chef will delight your taste buds. The Cigar Lounge features a wide selection of fine
Ports & Cognacs, and fresh Cuban cigars.
Open Daily 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. • Reservations Suggested
Phone: (624) 143-0739 / Fax: (624) 143-1679
Located up the hill from McDonald’s restaurant
www.loscabosguide.com/casarafaels.htm • email: [email protected]
Owned & operated by Rafael Arraut
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Christmas Cocktails, Cozy Café con crema.
By Patricia Krajeski
In México, as in almost every country and culture, celebrations
of holidays often involve special foods and drinks. Here are a
few traditional Mexican drinks you’ll find around the Christmas
holidays, and one new one that may become your favorite.
Rompope [rum-pó-pay]
Mexican holiday drinks are uniquely Mexican. In the
17th Century, nuns in Puebla's Convento de Santa Clara
reinvented the European version of eggnog, using
Mexican cane sugar, rum, eggs, almonds and cinnamon to
create Rompope, thick and creamy with a just a hint of
rum. Like eggnog, Rompope can be served warm or cold.
Commercial brands of this popular drink are available in
grocery and liquor stores, although Rompope is easy to
Since 1994
Phone: (624) 142-1760 Cell: 044-624-122-1180
Morelos between Zaragoza and Obregón, Downtown San José del Cabo
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make in your own cocina (kitchen.) For a seasonal night
on the town, or in this case on the beach, enjoy a
Rompope drink while watching the Holiday Fiesta
Folklorico dinner dance show held every Wednesday at
Baja Cantina Beach Grill located on Médano Beach.
Ingredients for Rompope:
• 6 cups milk •1 1/2 cups sugar •8 egg yolks •1/3 cup blanched
almonds •1/2 cinnamon stick •1/2 cup to 1 cup premium rum
Rompope Preparation:
Carefully simmer (don’t burn) the milk and sugar until hot.
Make an almond paste in a food processor and whisk the paste
into the milk/sugar mixture and let cool.
Beat the egg yolks and add to mixture a little at a time while
slowly stirring. Mix in the rum. Serve chilled. Add other ingredients such as strawberry for a tropical touch.
Atole [a-tóe-lay]
Atole and champurrado are often confused. Champurrado
is the chocolate flavored and most popular version of
atole type drinks. All atoles and champurrado are based
on a thickener, such as masa harina (the most common),
cornstarch, oatmeal, or rice flour. Classic atole incorporates a variety of fruit purees as toppings to the thickened
drink. A steaming hot atole drink is the perfect body and
soul warmer while strolling in a posada fiesta on
Christmas Eve. You can find atoles and champurrado
being sold by street vendors, along with tamales featuring
a variety of fillings ranging from meats, moles sauces and
sweet fruits. San José’s cathedral plaza is a good bet to
find atole on a winter’s eve.
Ingredients for Atole
•1/3 cup masa (oatmeal, rice, flour etc.) •1 cup of warm water
•3 cups of water •5 tablespoons of brown sugar (or Mexican piloncillo) •1 pinch of salt •2 teaspoons of vanilla or 1 vanilla bean
•A cup of pureed fruit for topping
Atole Preparation:
Puree fruit topping and set aside. Puree masa and warm water in
a blender. Cook masa mixture and all other ingredients over a
medium-low heat. Stir frequently and simmer for 25 minutes or
until thickened. Remove vanilla bean or cinnamon stick and
pour into mugs. Drizzle warm fruit puree on top and enjoy.
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Champurrado [sham-purr-ráh-do]
Champurrado, the most popular chocolate version of atole, is
equally effective in warding off cool weather and raising the
spirit. It’s often prepared at home and is a huge favorite at winter holiday celebrations. This delightful drink is also thickened
with masa harina but includes a touch of anise with Mexican piloncillo added for sweetness.
Ingredients for Champurrado:
•2 cups of masa harina •2 cups of warm water •2 cups
milk •1 pinch of ground anise seed •1 disk of Mexican
chocolate (chopped) •3 small one-ounce piloncillo (sugar
cane) cones (chopped)
Champurrado Preparation:
Using a sturdy wire whisk, or Mexican carved wooden molinillo made especially for this, whisk masa in the warmed water until
well blended. Mix in chocolate, piloncillo, anise and milk.
Simmer and whisk until chocolate melts.
Fruit Ponché [pon-cháy]
This holiday fruit tea drink is served with and without
alcohol (usually cognac or rum.) Rich and full of fruit,
juices and spices, Ponché reflects the myriad colors, flavors and textures of México. It’s a veritable fiesta in a cup
that will put you in the right mood to wander the town
caroling from casa to casa.
Ingredients for Christmas Fruit Ponche
(enough for a fiesta)
•15 guavas •1 cup of raisins •25 tejocotes (similar in size
to a small peach) •1 cup of dried prunes •1 cup of dried
apples • 4 apples or apricots •6 2-inch pieces of cinnamon sticks •sugar, rum or cognac to taste •approx. 15
cups of water
Christmas Fruit Ponché Preparation:
Chop all fruit into bite size pieces. Bring water almost to a boil,
and then add the sugar.
When dissolved add the cinnamon and fruit, simmering (not
boiling) until the mixture becomes thick and syrupy. Cook
longer if too thin, or add water if too thick or strong.
Add cognac or rum to taste just before serving: It’ll make you
sing better.
Cozy Café con Crema
Ingredients for Tequila Holiday Drink:
•1.5 oz Partida Tequila Añejo
•espresso
•1.5 oz Godiva caramel liqueur
•1 oz whipped cream • touch of Kahlua
• garnish with 3 coffee beans
LOCATED NEXT TO MÉ CABO.
OPEN FOR BREAKFAST, LUNCH &
DINNER. HAPPY HOUR IN
DOMESTIC DRINKS AND BEERS.
LIVE MUSIC MONDAY TO SUNDAY.
Reservations 143-6554
[email protected]
www.loscabosguide.com/laspalmascabo
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The Tourist Corridor is a playground on the edge of the
world, where the desert disappears into the sea. A fourlane highway carves through the 18-mile Tourist Corridor
connecting Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo. Along
the way championship golf courses and luxury resorts
wind along the stunning coastline with many sandy
beaches ideal for a relaxing stroll.
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Miguel Ventura
By Lauren Glenn.
The color, the music, the crowd, and the
energy rock some of Los Cabos’ iconic
clubs. More subdued laid-back options
are popular for other night owls.
Los Cabos is infamous for its sensational party scene.
Médano Beach is where the action begins. At restaurants,
such as Baja Cantina Beach Grill and the Mango Deck, you’ll
find all-day meals and beach parties. If you can’t make the
beach party, don’t worry. Festivities carry on into the night
with music and ambience conducive to everyone’s good
time. Baja Cantina Beach Grill keeps the party going until 11
pm with live Mexican music and fabulous folklorico shows
featuring spectacular dancers and extravagant fireworks.
Don’t forget to dig into the new and exciting menus while
you’re there. For those of you dying to the catch the latest
game, Baja Cantina has a second location, Baja Cantina
Dockside on the Cabo San Lucas marina, where broadcasts
of all major sporting events are shown. Both Baja Cantina
locations definitely know how to entertain their guests and
keep them coming back for more.
Long-standing venues such as the inexhaustible, ever popular Los Cabo icon, Cabo Wabo Cantina, are home to some
of the wildest nights in Cabo San Lucas. Cabo Wabo
Cantina may be considered the center of Cabo’s nightlife
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Cabo Wabo Cantina is perfect for fun-seeking nightclub crowds.
scene. It’s easy to find: You can’t miss its oversized sign visible from the street in downtown. Created by Sammy Hagar
of the rock group Van Halen, its casual and inviting style
attracts people of all ages. It is the perfect hot spot to throw
back some drinks while listening to popular jams playing full
blast throughout the venue. Cabo Wabo offers several dining areas as well as comfortable lounge seating for those
wanting to enjoy some drinks with friends. Although, many
find it difficult to carry a conversation once the hard-hitting
rock & roll bands start their live performances. The spacious
dance floor is always full of people ready to move to the
beats. And like most clubs in Cabo, there is no cover charge
or drink minimum. You can enter through their nightclub
entrance on Vicente Guerrero between Lazaro Cardenas and
Madero or use entrance off Marina Boulvard in Plaza de los
Mariachis. The restaurant stays open until 11 pm, but the
club keeps rocking until 2 am.
El Squid Roe and The Giggling Marlin Bar & Grille are other
main attractions in downtown Cabo San Lucas. They are
two of the premier destinations for partygoers and spring
breakers wanting to take their nights to the next level. El
Squid Roe’s two story party palace is always filled with an
energetic and uninhibited crowd. The music is turned all the
way up, vibrating throughout the club. Whistles are blowing
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everywhere while revelers down their
Jell-O shooters and tequila shots.
These are “must-go” places for the
younger crowd, although the hearty
have also been known to frequent
these hot spots.
Zoo Bar and Dance Club is the perfect
place to get your “wild on.” It features
modern rock, hip-hop, and electronic
mixes by resident and guest DJs. The
crowd follows their animal instincts as
the music pulsates through the air.
There are two-for-one drink specials
all night, and Thursdays is Ladies’
Night from 10 pm to 2 am. You can
usually find a well-dressed crowd on
the prowl until closing at 4 am.
While the traditional clubs have
always been a big hit in Cabo,
there are some newer venues that
promise to be just as exciting. ME
by Meliá Nikki Beach at is known
by day for its well-groomed crowd
lounging by the pool tanning their
perfectly sculpted bodies, and then
ME’s ultra chic The Passion Club
takes over at night. Incredible DJs
spinning the latest jams combined
with a large dance floor, elegant
décor, and a cozy outdoors fire pit
make for a super sexy atmosphere
that no one can find resistible. Ask
the host about reserving you own
private table in the VIP section
where you can order your favorite
champagne, or a variety of liquors
by the bottle for cocktails to be
shared among your group.
The Sky Bar at DG Lounge offers an
“intellectual” nightlife. It is situated
above the Sunset da Mona Lisa
Restaurant at Misiones del Cabo.
This is the ideal place to romance
your date as contemporary music
wafts in the background. Enjoy the
sensational view of city lights and
the Cabo San Lucas Bay, while sipping on a fine tequila and enjoying
some delectable tapas. Every
Sunday, DG Lounge offers a twofor-one “Sangria Madrilena” special.
Phone : 143 2377 • Fax: 143 2374
Camino al Médano and Paseo El Pescador, Col. El Médano, Cabo San Lucas
Turn at City Club and Lenny’s Deli. Drive towards the beach.
Before driving up the hill you will see a red/golden arch on the left.
[email protected]
Consider this beautiful setting the perfect upscale spot for your private parties and special events.
RED Wine Bar is the new two-story chic Asian themed restaurant that at night turns
into San Jose’s hottest club. Listen to hypnotic mixes of electronic, pop, and 80s music,
while relaxing under the stars on the stylish outdoor lounge seating. The bar is always
chock-a-block with an attractive, youthful crowd. The party lasts until 12 am during
the week and 4 am on the weekends. Come by Wednesdays and enjoy 50% off on all
bottles. Thursdays are always busy with Ladies’ Night running until 11 p.m.
No matter what you’re up for, Los Cabos is guaranteed to have it. This place is always
full of life with a club scene that caters to every style. And to borrow from what another famous party town also claims, “What happens in Cabo, stays in Cabo!”
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Los Cabos’ marinas boast some of the world’s most luxurious
yachts. Many of these magnificent vessels are available for private rental, perfect for those who want to customize their own
exclusive, unforgettable evening. You and your guests can
experience an indulgent sunset cruise across the beautiful
waters of the Sea of Cortés and the Pacific Ocean. These
yachts include services for those who desire anything from a
casual sunset cruise to an elegant formal affair. Whatever your
preference is, you are sure to find the fine cuisine, great entertainment, and magical ambience irresistible.
For an intimate private yacht rental, board The Dream
Seeker. It is a 45 foot sailing yacht suited for up to ten people. Before you embark on your romantic sunset sailing tour,
you’ll be driven from your hotel to the marina in a Mercedes
Benz. Aboard, you will enjoy a variety of hors d’oeuvres and
an open bar, as you follow the sun to the blue horizon past
El Arco and Cabo San Lucas. This four-hour all-inclusive
sunset cruise is available for a total of $720 US.
The Adios, a 55 foot twin-turbo motor yacht, is another
wonderful option that offers a three-hour sunset cruise for
up to eight persons. The cost is $1,500 US and includes
the crew, house wines, beer, soft drinks, bottled water,
tequila, snacks, and all applicable taxes. This boat is also
equipped for Real Estate Cruises to view properties from
sea, and half and full day cruises with fishing options
through Cabo Elite Charters at 624-130-7922.
The Atrevida is a 72 foot Viking yacht, perfect for larger
parties. This state-of-the art yacht has three levels for
you to take in the incomparably magical view of the sun
setting over the Pacific Ocean. Relax while enjoying delicious appetizers and cool beverages. The yacht departs
from Marina Cabo San Lucas at 6 pm and returns at 8:30
pm. Costs start at $2,800 US for 12 people and $50 US
per extra person (20 maximum). An open bar is available
for up to 12 guests for a fee of $300 US. Additional guests
will cost an extra $25 US each for the open bar.
Slow Dance is an elegant, eco-friendly 80-foot sailing yacht
from New Zealand. Its open space and sophisticated style
add to its allure. There are large open spaces with cushioned
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seating and comfortable lounge chairs, and a wheelhouse
with seating for ten. Inside you will find magnificent ceilings
hand crafted by skilled carpenters. You can dine from delicious menu selections, such as a gourmet option that
includes an epicurean cheese plate and seasonal fruit plate;
roasted red and yellow pepper bruschetta atop focaccia
crostini; mini lobster cakes with cilantro infusion; pâté on
pepper crostini with black currant compote; and a dessert of
homemade lime tartlets topped with an amaretto cream.
Private chefs are also available upon request. A few steps
below lead to a formal dining area and an entertainment
center with a flat screen TV, DVD, and a karaoke machine
to liven up a party. Ample music options on board include a
wide-ranging CD collection, XM Satellite radio, and docks
for your own IPOD. A two-and-a-half hour sunset cruise for
up to 12 guests, under the care of Captain David Nathan,
will be a special Cabo evening. The cruise includes the hors
d'oeuvres, beer, house wine and champagne, soft drinks, and
bottled water for $2,200 US, plus IVA and 15% gratuity. A
private 4-hour sail is also available for $3,000 US and $500
US per additional hour. (624) 128-1434.
Perhaps the ultimate private party is on none other than the
Crystal, an impressive 110 foot yacht of pure luxury. The
Crystal features a Jacuzzi at the bow, multiple levels with
large areas for lounging, dining, or mingling. Inside, you can
find elegant furniture for relaxing and socializing, a full
kitchen and bar, and an exquisite formal dining area. At the
front is an entertainment room fully equipped with TV,
DVD’s, X-Box, and music. Private transportation, a highly
trained and experienced yacht staff, butler, bartender, private chef, wait staff, spa services, and much more, are part of
this very special cruise. Deluxe dining options range from a
casual lunch to a seven to ten course dinner paired with
wines and after dinner liqueurs. Contact Lifestyle
Management Services for an unforgettable experience
aboard this glamorous yacht. (http://www.lifestyle-ms.com/)
The beauty and allure of the Sea of Cortés and the Pacific
Ocean is singularly irresistible. Special occasions call for special moments. Yachting across the shimmering waters of Los
Cabos will make you feel like you are the captain of your
domain, a feeling that no one can take away from you.
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