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The food in Cozumel is, of course, mainly fish but international cuisine is also available. Some of the restaurants offering this type of cuisine include El Arrecife (Mediterranean) and Guido's (pizza and seafood).

Acuario
Downtown Rafael Melgar 779, at Calle 11

• OPEN: 4 p.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Open daily

This attractive restaurant on the waterfront offers a classic menu, with lobster and prime rib specialties. An enormous aquarium of exotic fish serves as a centerpiece. Soft guitar music adds to the ambiance.

CATEGORY: International

Carlos 'n Charlie's
On the waterfront, opposite the downtown pier Rafael Melgar 11

• OPEN: Open for lunch and dinner; from 5 p.m. Sunday
• CLOSED: Open daily

One of Carlos Anderson's wacky establishments-as raucous as a college frat party. The menu offers a wide variety of fresh seafood, Mexican cuisine and their famed BBQ ribs. Have an ice-cold beer or tropical drink in a souvenir yarda (yard-long glass). Winner of the government's "H" award for good hygiene in food management.

CATEGORY: International

Casa Denis
Downtown Calle 1 Sur 132, between Av. 5 and Av. 10

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.,
• CLOSED: Sunday

This family-run business, the island's first restaurant, has been around for more than 30 years and has the memorabilia to prove it. Menu features tasty Yucatecan specialties.

CATEGORY: Mexican
NOTE: No credit cards accepted

Coffee Bean
Downtown Calle 3, steps from the waterfront

• OPEN: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• CLOSED: Open daily

A New York-style espresso bar serving a variety of coffees and gargantuan slices of luscious homemade cakes, pies and muffins.

CATEGORY: International
NOTE: No credit cards accepted

Del Museo
On the waterfront, downtown Museo de la Isla de Cozumel

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A second-floor terrace cafe offering a casual place for breakfast or a snack accompanied by a great view. Good American and Mexican-style breakfasts.

CATEGORY: International
NOTE: No credit cards accepted

El Arrecife
Southern hotel zone Presidente Inter-Continental hotel

• OPEN: 6 p.m. to midnight
• CLOSED: Sunday

Excellent Italian and Mediterranean specialties served in an attractive restaurant overlooking the beach. Consistently garners high ratings for its fare and service.

CATEGORY: International

El Capi Navegante
Downtown Av. 10 Sur 324, near Calle 3

• OPEN: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

A casual setting for all kinds of seafood, from lobster to grouper, conch and oysters.

CATEGORY: Seafood

El Caribeño
Southern hotel zone Presidente Inter-Continental hotel

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

A casual setting under a giant palapa with a wonderful view of the sea and great international dishes. Also a great breakfast buffet. Live entertainment at lunch and dinner.

CATEGORY: International

Ernesto's Fajitas
Downtown, near the International Pier Rafael Melgar 141, at Rosado Salas

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Ernesto Diaz is credited with popularizing this Tex-Mex dish south of the border. Also serves good breakfast fare from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

CATEGORY: American

Guido's
On the waterfront Rafael Melgar 23

• OPEN: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

A family-run restaurant offering courteous service and flavorful dishes in a comfortable, breezy setting with a plant-filled patio. Wood-fired oven pizzas, classic pastas, and Swiss-Italian specialties combining regional ingredients, such as tuna, wahoo and tropical fruits like mango. After dinner, enjoy the homemade gelatis. Good wine selection.

CATEGORY: Italian

Hard Rock Cafe
On the waterfront Rafael Melgar 2-A

• OPEN: 10 to 1 a.m.

This member of the world-renowned chain of restaurant-bars is special-it's the smallest. But it features the same great American classics: juicy hamburgers, crispy fries, and rock and roll bands playing from 10 p.m.

CATEGORY: American

La Cabaña del Pescador
North of town, opposite the Playa Azul hotel

• OPEN: 6 to 11:30 p.m.

The Fisherman's Cabin, as it's called, is a bit out of the way, but well worth it if you like lobster, the only featured dish. Lobster tails, sold by the pound, prepared as you like them.

CATEGORY: Seafood
NOTE: No credit cards accepted.

La Choza
Downtown Rosado Salas 190, at Av. 10

• OPEN: Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner

A longtime favorite, this traditional restaurant serves delicious and authentic home cooking in a cozy, rustic setting under a giant palapa. Delicately flavored soups included with each dish. Menu features several Yucatecan specialties. Reasonable prices

CATEGORY: Mexican

La Cocay
Downtown Calle 17, at Av. 25

• OPEN: 6:30 to 11:30 p.m.
• CLOSED: Monday and Sunday

Off the tourist track, but well worth it, this attractive Mediterranean restaurant features the innovative culinary creations of its talented French Canadian chef. Menu highlights include grilled rosemary skewered shrimp wrapped in prosciutto, and pan seared filet mignon with roasted garlic mashed potatoes. Good selection of wines.

CATEGORY: International
NOTE: No credit cards accepted.

La Mission
Downtown On Juárez, between Av. 5 and Av. 10

• OPEN: Open 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.

A popular seafood restaurant that has sprouted branches all over town.

CATEGORY: Seafood

La Veranda
Downtown Calle 4 Norte 140, between Av. 5 and Av. 10

• OPEN: 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.

This new restaurant has quickly garnered a reputation for serving delicious Caribbean cuisine in a lovely tropical garden or air-conditioned dining room.

CATEGORY: International

Morgan's
Downtown, on the plaza Juárez

• OPEN: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Named and decorated in honor of the former pirate resident (with brass compasses and portholes). Nine varieties of steaks, plus chicken and seafood.

CATEGORY: International

Palmeras
Downtown, on the plaza Rafael Melgar & Juárez

• OPEN: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

This popular gathering place, offering a central location, waterfront view and good food, provides a casual setting for Mexican and international favorites. All the breads and desserts are made in their own on-site bakery.

CATEGORY: International

Pancho's Backyard
Downtown, inside the Cinco Soles shopping complex
Rafael Melgar 27

• OPEN: 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., from 6 p.m. Saturday
• CLOSED: Sunday

A lovely open-air patio featuring tasteful Mexican decor and tasty fare. Marimba music at lunch and dinner.

CATEGORY: Mexican

Pepe's Grill
Downtown Rafael Melgar & Rosado Salas

• OPEN: 5 to 11 p.m.

Popular for its grilled steaks, seafood and salad bar served in a formal setting. Their specialty is American cuts of beef.

CATEGORY: International
NOTE: Dress: casual

Plaza Leza
On the main plaza
Calle 1 Sur 58

• OPEN: 8 a.m. to midnight.

International and Mexican specialties, steaks and seafood, served in a garden patio or at tables on the plaza.

CATEGORY: International

Prima
Downtown, between Av. 5 and Av. 10 Rosado Salas 109

• OPEN: 4 to 11 p.m.
• CLOSED: Monday

This popular trattoria, specializing in northern Italian cuisine, offers casual rooftop dining on generous portions of homemade pasta, grilled fresh fish, and a wide variety of brick-oven pizzas, the hands-down favorite menu items. There's an extensive wine selection and wine shop. Owner Albert adds personality to the place. Friendly, attentive service.A replica of an 18th century Mexican hacienda, serving regional specialties from all over the country. Great margaritas, arrachera tacos. Live mariachi music. Smoking and nonsmoking sections. Strolling musicians.

CATEGORY: Italian

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