Pastries, coffee, and a satisfying start to the day.
Eat well in Puerto Peñasco
The best Rocky Point restaurants.
From chilaquiles and carne asada to fresh seafood, sunset dinners, and Malecón snacks—find the right table for every part of your trip.
Our quick picks
Four easy choices when you do not know where to start.
Creative seafood close to the Malecón.
Two excellent choices for a memorable evening.
Try a churro, elote, or fresh fruit by the water.
Good morning, Rocky Point
Breakfast and brunch.
Start with traditional Mexican comfort food, pastries and coffee, or a relaxed American-style breakfast.
Kaffee Haus
A popular German-inspired café for homemade pastries, omelets, chilaquiles, and excellent coffee.
LocationBlvd. Benito Juárez García 216 B, El PuertoPhone+52 638 388 1065
La Curva
A longtime local favorite known for authentic Mexican breakfasts, chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, and generous plates.
LocationBlvd. Kino at Callejón Cedros, central Puerto PeñascoPhone+52 638 383 3470
Candy Cake
A cheerful bakery and breakfast stop serving pancakes, French toast, pastries, doughnuts, and large breakfast plates.
LocationCalle 24, Lázaro Cárdenas del Río, CentroPhone+52 638 127 0505
Max’s Café
American-style breakfasts, omelets, pancakes, burgers, and the café’s well-known Bloody Mary.
LocationLocal 13, Calle 13, CentroPhone+52 638 383 1011
Xochitl’s Café
A small Cholla Bay favorite with Mexican and American breakfast choices and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.
LocationCalle F s/n, Cholla BayPhone+52 638 382 5283
Avocato
Fresh, modern breakfast and brunch dishes that combine Mexican ingredients with international flavors.
LocationAve. Constitución, Privada Ferrocarril S/N, CentroPhone+52 638 388 5697
Midday favorites
Lunch by the water—or in town.
Keep it casual with seafood, tacos, beach-club plates, and Cholla Bay views.
El Oktopus
Creative seafood, tacos, tostadas, and colorful cocktails close to the Malecón and Fish Market.
LocationMalecón Kino 26, El PuertoPhone+52 638 388 5570
Blue Marlin
A casual Old Port seafood restaurant for steamed clams, shrimp, fish, and other Sea of Cortez favorites.
LocationCalle Ignacio Zaragoza 11, El PuertoPhone+52 638 383 6564
Tacos Brissa
Affordable Sonoran tacos with carne asada, chicken, stuffed potatoes, chile relleno, and fresh salsas.
LocationAv. Sinaloa 33 at Simón Morúa, CentroPhone+52 638 386 5813
JJ’s Cantina
A laid-back Cholla Bay institution for casual food, cold drinks, waterfront views, and a friendly crowd.
LocationCalle F, Mz. 35, Lt. 3, Cholla BayPhone+52 638 382 5198
Manny’s Beach Club
Beachfront lunch, seafood, drinks, live entertainment, and a lively toes-in-the-sand atmosphere.
Location12 Coahuila Ave., MiradorPhone+52 638 383 3215
Pollo Lucas
A longtime local favorite for citrus-marinated chicken grilled over charcoal, served with rice, beans, tortillas, cabbage, and salsa.
LocationBlvd. Benito Juárez, CentroPhone+52 638 383 8172
Make an evening of it
Dinner and sunset dining.
Choose an elegant steakhouse, Italian dinner, elevated Mexican cuisine, or a lively beachfront table.
Pane e Vino
A romantic hilltop choice for Italian food, handmade pasta, pizza, steaks, seafood, and panoramic views.
LocationAve. Camino del Agua S/N, El PuertoPhone+52 638 105 7455
Mare Blu
Upscale waterfront dining with pasta, seafood, steaks, an extensive wine selection, and beautiful sunsets.
LocationCamino a la Cholla km 3.7, Playa ArenosPhone+52 638 383 0605
Garufa Steakhouse
An elegant steakhouse specializing in premium Sonoran and USDA cuts, wine, and polished service.
LocationPaseo Las Olas 6D11, Playa ArenosPhone+52 638 688 0101
La Casa del Capitán
Mexican food and seafood served high above town with one of Rocky Point’s best panoramic sunset views.
LocationAve. Camino del Agua S/N, El PuertoPhone+52 638 383 5698
Grapes & Barley
A spacious two-level restaurant near the Malecón with a beer garden, rooftop deck, shareable tapas, seafood, craft beer, wine, and creative cocktails.
LocationCalle José Alcántar 20, El PuertoPhone+52 638 388 4006
Infusión del Golfo
Creative fusion cuisine built around local ingredients in a comfortable, sophisticated resort setting.
LocationAve. de los Caracoles, Laguna Shores ResortPhone+52 638 383 0230
The Reef
A casual beachfront grill with sunset views, live entertainment, drinks, and an energetic nightlife atmosphere.
LocationCamino a la Cholla km 3.7, Playa ArenosPhone+52 638 107 8579
Capone’s
A relaxed sports-bar favorite for pizza, wings, seafood, cold drinks, and watching the game.
LocationLocal 1–2, Av. Sinaloa 61A, Benito JuárezPhone+52 638 388 6737
Chef Mickey’s Place
Chef Mickey Medina’s welcoming dinner restaurant offers steaks, pasta, seafood, Mexican dishes, and international specialties.
LocationPlaza del Sol, Blvd. Dr. Francisco Javier Carrillo Ruiz, Benito JuárezPhone+52 638 388 9500
Small bites, big flavor
Snacks and desserts.
Carry small bills in pesos for vendors and ask the price before ordering.
Churros and elotes
Look for warm churros, Mexican street corn, esquites, and inexpensive snacks around busy beach and downtown areas.
Candy Cake
Return for cakes, doughnuts, pastries, and other sweet treats when breakfast is already over.
Coffee Point
A convenient stop for coffee, brownies, cookies, and light snacks.
Malecón vendors
Try elotes, esquites, churros, ice cream, or prepared chips such as Tostilocos during an Old Port walk.
Beach and Fish Market vendors
Find mango cups, fruit, coconut, tamales, burritos, shrimp cocktails, oysters, and seafood tostadas.
Know before you dine
Rocky Point restaurant FAQ.
Menus, prices, and opening hours can change. Call ahead when a particular restaurant matters to your plans.
Should I make dinner reservations?+
Reservations are a good idea for popular upscale restaurants, sunset dining, holidays, and busy spring or fall weekends. Call the restaurant directly to confirm.
Can I pay with U.S. dollars?+
Many tourist-area restaurants accept U.S. dollars, but the exchange rate varies. Paying in pesos or by card can be easier; carry some small pesos for street snacks and tips.
Are restaurant hours always the same?+
No. Hours, menus, and seasonal closures can change. Call before making a special trip, particularly in summer or during slower weekdays.
Where should I go for a sunset dinner?+
Pane e Vino, Mare Blu, La Casa del Capitán, and The Reef are popular choices for sunset atmosphere. Arrive early enough to enjoy the view before dark.
Keep planning
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