Fodor's Expert Review El Marinero Borracho

$ San José del Cabo Mexican

This two-story palapa restaurant, named “The Drunken Sailor,” is always packed with locals and tourists alike. It’s no wonder: the location across from the marina is the perfect spot to watch the sunset while enjoying a ginger mint mojito or tamarind margarita. Several dishes feature unexpected Vietnamese and Costa Rican influences, such as the panko-crusted fish taco with ginger cream and the shrimp enchilada with coconut pineapple sauce and fried plantains. The shrimp burger on homemade bread comes with chili lime fries and pairs well with an ice cold michelada (salt-rimmed Mexican beer with lime, spices, and hot sauce). Timid palates must overcome any hesitation and try the best dessert in Los Cabos: the avocado-lime chocolate cream pie on graham cracker crust.

Mexican Lunch Dinner $

Quick Facts

Puerto Los Cabos
San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur  23200, Mexico

624-105–6464

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Known For:
  • Unique ceviches menu
  • Best Los Cabos dessert: avocado-lime chocolate cream pie
  • Sunset view
Restaurant Details:
Rate Includes: No credit cards, Closed Mon

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