Mexico Vacations

Acapulco Vacations

Acapulco is, of course, known for its seafood specialties and fish and shellfish combination dishes. However, being an important international tourist resort, there are also Mexican and international restaurants. These can be found in the hotels and on the Costera (the coast road). Local dishes like shrimp medallions in tamarind sauce are available at restaurants like the Kookaburra, for example.

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Costera M. Alemán 34, opposite Oceanic 2000; Costera M. Alemán 200, near the American University; and other locations along the strip

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. (American U branch open 24 hours)
• CLOSED: Open daily

Pleasant restaurants located along the Costera that are especially popular for breakfast and lunch.

• CATEGORY: Light Cuisine
• SPECIALITIES: Fruit and veggie drinks, salads, sandwiches

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

A delightful, breezy terrace restaurant-bar, casual by day, romantic at night

• CATEGORY: Spanish
• SPECIALITIES: Paella, seafood

NOTE: Strolling musicians at lunch.

• OPEN: Open for breakfast and dinner
• CLOSED: Open daily

Alfresco restaurant with a spectacular bay view, soft music and exquisite cuisine

• CATEGORY: Continental
• SPECIALITIES: Smoked salmon in coriander vinaigrette, grilled lobster, fruit-filled crepes

NOTE: Reservations, elegant resort attire recommended.

• CLOSED: Open daily

A traditional beachfront restaurant, lively by day, romantic at night. Meats and Mexican dishes also served.

• CATEGORY: Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Lobster and shrimp

NOTE: Live music from noon to midnight.

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

A thoroughly delightful setting with terraced seating that provides all diners with a panoramic view of Pichilingue Bay.

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: Seafood, meats, Mexican dishes

• OPEN: 1 p.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Open daily

A second story, open-air terrace restaurant overlooking the Costera that's famous for its good food and friendly service.

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: Seafood, steaks, salads

NOTE: The beat picks up at night when the music is cranked up and the waiters get sassy.

• OPEN: 7 p.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Open daily

This multi-level restaurant features indoor and outdoor dining, exquisite décor and a spectacular view

• CATEGORY: Italian/International
• SPECIALITIES: Pasta, antipasto, Italian fish and seafood dishes

NOTE: Reservations suggested. Valet parking. Repeat winner of the Distinguished Restaurants of North America (Dirona) award and the AAA's Four Diamond award.

• OPEN: From 1:30 p.m. for lunch and dinner
  CLOSED: Sunday night and Monday

Indoor or outdoor dining in an intimate waterfront setting overlooking a small, private pier

• CATEGORY: Mediterranean
• SPECIALITIES: Grilled salmon, bouillabaisse

NOTE: Operated by the owners of Casanova and Coyuca 22. Reservations suggested

• OPEN: Dinner only

Unique, elegant spot with a panoramic view of Bay

• CATEGORY: International/Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Pepper steak, lobster tail Day Closed: Open daily November through April

NOTE: Reservations suggested

• OPEN: 4 p.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Open daily during the high season

Friendly, bohemian-style rooftop restaurant.

• CATEGORY: Italian
• SPECIALITIES: Lasagna, fettuccini Alfredo, shrimp parmesan, chicken cacciatore

• OPEN: 6 p.m. to midnight (pool club open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

A medieval-style Spanish "castle" set high on a hill, with a spectacular 180º view of Bay

• CATEGORY: International

NOTE: Full-course, fixed-price menu only

• OPEN: Open for lunch and dinner
• CLOSED: Open daily

Sophisticated nautical décor

• CATEGORY: Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Scallops in vinaigrette, grilled tuna, excellent desserts

• OPEN: 7 to 11:30 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open only during the winter season

Attractive, open air, and hacienda style, this is the highest restaurant in all . The view is spectacular.

• CATEGORY: Mexican
• SPECIALITIES: Seafood and meat dishes prepared Mexican style

NOTE: Mexican Fiesta Friday nights

• OPEN: 6 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.; bar until 4 a.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Striking alfresco setting with a panoramic view of the bay

• CATEGORY: Continental
• SPECIALITIES: Chilled cream of avocado soup with coriander, seafood lasagna, black fettuccini with smoked salmon, jumbo shrimp in a ginger and caramel sauce, crema quemada (Mexican style crème brulée)

• OPEN: Noon to 1 a.m
• CLOSED: Open daily

A casual, relaxed dining spot suspended over the beach. Great view

• CATEGORY: Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Fresh fish and seafood, wood-burning oven pizzas, steaks

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Open daily

Elegant setting with beautiful views of Punta Diamante

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: Shrimp in tamarind sauce

• OPEN: Noon to 1 a.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Wall-to-wall rock memorabilia accompanied by rock classics.

• CATEGORY: American
• SPECIALITIES: Hamburgers, French fries, malts

NOTE: Live music and dancing in the evening.

• OPEN: Open from 2 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

An English-style pub with wood paneling, a circular bar and sawdust-covered floors

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: Molcajetes de filete, BBQ ribs, "Jimmy's Special" combination platter

NOTE: Dominoes, darts and cubilete (dice poker). Live music.

• OPEN: 6 p.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Open daily

Indoor and terrace dining, separate bar, a wrap-around view of the bay. Excellent cuisine and service.

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: Duck in tangerine sauce, broiled lobster, crab cakes in sweet-and-sour sauce, shrimp in tamarind sauce.

• OPEN: Thursday to Sunday from 1 p.m.

A lively Mexican cantina

• CATEGORY: Mexican
• SPECIALITIES: Venison, pozole (Thursdays)

NOTE: Pool table and other games; live music.

• OPEN: Dinner only
• CLOSED: Open daily

Attractive hacienda-style setting

• CATEGORY: Mexican/Steaks
• SPECIALITIES: Mexican specialties and grilled meats

NOTE: Strolling musicians.

A popular spot with reasonable prices and tasty food

• CATEGORY: Steaks
• SPECIALITIES: Argentine-style steaks, Mexican dishes

Built on the cliffs of La Quebrada, the restaurant and bar offer prime viewing spots for the famous divers

• CATEGORY: International

NOTE: The 130-foot dives are held nightly at 7:30, 8:30, 9:30 and 10:30 p.m. Reservations suggested; $130-peso minimum

• OPEN: Dinner only
• CLOSED: Open daily

A cozy dining spot where the owner is always on hand to welcome guests

• CATEGORY: Belgian
• SPECIALITIES: Endive salad with Roquefort cheese dressing, paté, mussels in white wine

NOTE: Good selection of wines; Affligen beer

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

A casual, family-style restaurant overlooking the Costera

• CATEGORY: Italian
• SPECIALITIES: Pasta

• OPEN: 1 to 11 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Local fishermen arrive daily with their catch at this market-style restaurant built on a wharf that juts out over Pichilingue Bay

• CATEGORY: Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Pescado a la talla

• OPEN: Dinner only
• CLOSED: Sunday

Intimate, elegant dining in an attractive glass-enclosed restaurant with soft piano music.

• CATEGORY: Italian

• OPEN: 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

A cozy, centrally located garden restaurant

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: Heart of artichoke salad served with a tangy garlic dressing, filet mignon, fish, seafood, fresh-baked desserts.

• OPEN: Open from 7 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Romantic, candle lit, outdoor patio

• CATEGORY: French

SPECIALITIES: Goose foie gras, beef fillet, rich desserts, good selection of French wines

• OPEN: Dinner only
• CLOSED: Open daily

Indoor or terrace seating with a beautiful view of the bay

• CATEGORY: International

NOTE: Reservations suggested. Fixed-price four-course menu.

• OPEN: 2:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily.

A panoramic view of the bay, innovative cuisine, and nightly revelry are offered up at this restaurant/nightspot.

• CATEGORY: Italian
• SPECIALITIES: Fettuccini Dolce Vita, grilled red snapper and shrimp in fine herbs and cream, veal stuffed with spinach and goat cheese.

NOTE: Music and dancing from 10 p.m.

• OPEN: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

A fun, alfresco setting next to the pool that's especially popular for lunch

• CATEGORY: Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Light snacks, tropical drinks

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Villa Vera still exudes a sense of Hollywood. The indoor restaurant is pleasant at lunch and romantic at dinner, with an impressive view of the town and bay

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: Seafood-stuffed Pacific coast crepes in white wine sauce, pozole (Thursdays)

NOTE: Reservations recommended

• OPEN: Lunch and dinner
• CLOSED: Open daily

It's always party time at this large beachfront palapa-style restaurant where you'll find tasty food, sassy waiters, and reasonable prices.

• CATEGORY: Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Grilled whole red snapper

NOTE: Music, dancing, waiters put on a show from noon.

• OPEN: 1:30 to 9:30 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

An inviting, family-run restaurant that's a favorite of locals and visitors alike.

• CATEGORY: Seafood

SPECIALITIES: Grilled whole red snapper, seafood cocktails

• OPEN: Noon to 2 a.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Movie memorabilia provides the décor, movie sound tracks and video clips provide the entertainment.

• CATEGORY: California
• SPECIALITIES: Oriental and Italian specialties; Mama Schwarzenneger's apple strudel

• OPEN: 6 p.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Open daily

A rustic trading-post setting filled with barrels, packing crates and nets, featuring waiters dressed as dock hands, a waterfall, and a monkey garden

• CATEGORY: Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Fish, seafood, canoe-shaped salad bar

• OPEN: 2 to 11:30 p.m. (Costa Azul); 5 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. (Costera)
• CLOSED: Open daily

Cozy Oriental setting

• CATEGORY: Oriental
• SPECIALITIES: Sushi, egg rolls, sweet-and-sour pork

NOTE: Delivery service available

• OPEN: 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Complete tranquility by day, rowdy frat party atmosphere at night, led by wacky waiters and a resident DJ who plays the latest tunes while diners dance on the table tops.

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: BBQ ribs, shrimp

• OPEN: 7 to 11:30 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Dine in air-conditioned comfort or alfresco accompanied by a spectacular, panoramic view of Bay

• CATEGORY: International
• SPECIALITIES: Subtly spiced and sophisticated dishes that blend the flavors of Asia, Africa, India and Mexico. Blackened catfish, curried shrimp

• OPEN: 2 p.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Open daily

Dining in air-conditioned comfort or outdoors overlooking a traditional Japanese garden refreshed by a delightful pond and waterfall

• CATEGORY: Japanese
• SPECIALITIES: Sushi, sashimi, tempura, teppanyaki combo (fish, shellfish and chicken)

• OPEN: Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner
• CLOSED: Open daily

A charming palapa restaurant-bar overlooking the westernmost tip of the bay

• CATEGORY: Seafood
• SPECIALITIES: Sushi

NOTE: Live music afternoons and evenings.

• OPEN: 6 to 11 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Dining under the stars on one of three multilevel terraces, each providing a breathtaking view of the bay

• CATEGORY: International/Mexican

• OPEN: Dinner only
• CLOSED: Wednesday

A romantic garden setting brought to you by the creators of Madeiras

• CATEGORY: Italian

NOTE: No a la carte service; fixed-price four-course dinner

• OPEN: 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

Mexican revolutionary memorabilia, friendly sombrero-wearing waiters

• CATEGORY: Mexican

SPECIALITIES: Tacos, flaming fajitas, one-meter tampiqueña steak, 100 varieties of tequila

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