{"id":67847,"date":"2023-12-16T03:32:38","date_gmt":"2023-12-16T05:32:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/?p=67847"},"modified":"2026-03-03T08:15:44","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T14:15:44","slug":"best-restaurants-in-ixtapa-mexico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/best-restaurants-in-ixtapa-mexico\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Restaurants in Ixtapa Mexico to Eat in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It may feel odd to search for the best restaurants in Ixtapa if you&#8217;ve already paid for most of your meals with your accommodation. But, even if you&#8217;re staying at one of the all inclusive resorts, chances are you&#8217;ll want to get out an explore other places to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I expected most of the Ixtapa restaurants to be very touristy, but there are some hidden gems that serve traditional Mexican food and tacos. They are also where you&#8217;ll find the most affordable places to eat in Ixtapa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, let&#8217;s dive into this list of the best restaurants in Ixtapa. It includes romantic dinner restaurants, authentic tacos, and a few of the best places to eat breakfast in Ixtapa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"903\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurant-with-view-1024x903.jpg\" alt=\"A picturesque beachfront restaurant in Ixtapa at dusk, illuminated by string lights against the twilight sky. Palm trees frame the scene, adding tropical ambiance as patrons enjoy dining with a view of the ocean.\" class=\"wp-image-67856\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurant-with-view-1024x903.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurant-with-view-567x500.jpg 567w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurant-with-view-250x220.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurant-with-view-768x677.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurant-with-view-150x132.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurant-with-view.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id67847_f0552a-7d .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id67847_f0552a-7d .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id67847_f0552a-7d .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id67847_f0552a-7d .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}<\/style>\n\n\n<p>One thing to keep in mind is that there aren&#8217;t many places to eat on the <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/beaches-zihuatanejo-ixtapa-mexico\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"67808\">beaches of Ixtapa Zihuatanejo<\/a>. I assume this is because of the large amount of all inclusive resorts that occupy two hotel zones along this stretch of the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. La Cocina de Zorayda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/y5719t6WW98AN21t7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a breakfast and lunch restaurant in Ixtapa Centro that makes really flavorful Mexican dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I decided to eat at La Cocina de Zorayda when the smells emanating from its kitchen stopped me in my tracks. The menu includes several breakfast packages that include coffee and fresh orange juice as well as other Mexican classics such as enchiladas and sopes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"870\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chilaquiles-breakfast-ixtapa-870x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A plate of traditional Mexican chilaquiles served at a restaurant in Ixtapa, featuring crispy tortillas smothered in red sauce, topped with two sunny-side-up eggs, and accompanied by refried beans, all on a vibrant turquoise plate against a red table.\" class=\"wp-image-67854\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chilaquiles-breakfast-ixtapa-870x1024.jpg 870w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chilaquiles-breakfast-ixtapa-425x500.jpg 425w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chilaquiles-breakfast-ixtapa-212x250.jpg 212w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chilaquiles-breakfast-ixtapa-768x904.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chilaquiles-breakfast-ixtapa-150x177.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/chilaquiles-breakfast-ixtapa.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This all woman restaurant crew was awesome to watch as they worked alongside each other in the kitchen and front of the house. They also squeezed some of the most flavorful orange juice I had in Ixtapa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a tasty and inexpensive breakfast in Ixtapa, La Cocina de Zorayda is the spot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. El Sonido de Las Olas Ixtapa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Fec1eWidaYAnyhby9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for a healthy place to eat in Ixtapa, this is the spot. It\u2019s also a great restaurant in Ixtapa for breakfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"841\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/healthy-food-ixtapa-1024x841.jpg\" alt=\"A nutritious and colorful bowl of food, with neatly arranged sections of shredded beets, grated carrots, white daikon, green spinach, and brown rice, sprinkled with black sesame seeds. In the center, a side of creamy dressing with black sesame seeds adds a flavorful touch to this dish from a healthy restaurant in Ixtapa Mexico.\" class=\"wp-image-67855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/healthy-food-ixtapa-1024x841.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/healthy-food-ixtapa-609x500.jpg 609w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/healthy-food-ixtapa-250x205.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/healthy-food-ixtapa-768x630.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/healthy-food-ixtapa-150x123.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/healthy-food-ixtapa.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The menu includes classic Mexican breakfast, a variety of sweet and savory crepes, sandwiches, and salads. They also have a variety of fresh juices and smoothies to choose from.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a bonus, this cafe features a small grocery section where you can buy healthy items like nutritional yeast, coconut oil, granola, and their homemade kombucha.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19{position:relative;}.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column67847_0cb5ff-19 kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id67847_ec35c5-a6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id67847_ec35c5-a6 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id67847_ec35c5-a6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id67847_ec35c5-a6 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id67847_ec35c5-a6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id67847_ec35c5-a6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id67847_ec35c5-a6 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column67847_d95029-32 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column67847_d95029-32 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column67847_d95029-32 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column67847_d95029-32 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column67847_d95029-32 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column67847_d95029-32 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column67847_d95029-32{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column67847_d95029-32 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column67847_d95029-32 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column67847_d95029-32\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Want to try the best coconut shrimp I&#8217;ve ever tasted?<\/strong> They&#8217;re at Paraiso Escondido on <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/isla-ixtapa-mexico\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"67821\">Isla Ixtapa<\/a> which was one of my favorite things to do!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Cocina Las Primas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/eRyLahUGGxHbk7ti8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is another Ixtapa restaurant to eat an economical breakfast or lunch. The menu includes Mexican favorites such as enchiladas, quesadillas, and tacos dorados.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or you can order the stew of your choice to be served with rice, beans, and handmade tortillas. Cocina Las Primas also serves pozole on Thursdays, a tradition in Guerrero<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Taco Chay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/BYyc99sqZiuTCSnU8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"777\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-tacos-chay-1024x777.jpg\" alt=\"A casual restaurant to eat tacos in Ixtapa, featuring a prominent green &quot;TACO CHAY&quot; sign with the figure of a man in a sombrero used to create the letter A. The counter displays a clear view into the kitchen, and beverage dispensers are ready for service, inviting patrons to enjoy a authentic Mexican tacos.\" class=\"wp-image-67857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-tacos-chay-1024x777.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-tacos-chay-659x500.jpg 659w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-tacos-chay-250x190.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-tacos-chay-768x582.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-tacos-chay-150x114.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-tacos-chay.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the sea of tourist restaurants, Tacos Chay is a welcome relief and a place to eat authentic tacos in Ixtapa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you arrive, order at the hostess stand in the corner. After you receive your tacos, load them up with shredded cabbage, salsa, onion, cilantro and lime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/tacos-ixtapa-mexico-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A vibrant green plate holds three traditional Mexican tacos in Ixtapa. They are generously topped with shredded cabbage and salsa. Accompanied by fresh lime wedges, they sit on a rustic wooden table.\" class=\"wp-image-67859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/tacos-ixtapa-mexico-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/tacos-ixtapa-mexico-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/tacos-ixtapa-mexico-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/tacos-ixtapa-mexico-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/tacos-ixtapa-mexico-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/tacos-ixtapa-mexico.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are more than a dozen options, including pastor, suadero, cabeza, lengua, and cecina. My favorite was the beef barbacoa and it\u2019s clear that is the specialty here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At less than 20 pesos per taco, this is an inexpensive place to eat in Ixtapa. Keep in mind, Tacos Chay is open in the morning until midday. Tacos for breakfast anyone?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Los Mentirosos Taco Truck<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/arCDtAcDMK8cTm6z9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>On the back side of centro Ixtapa is this taco truck that specializes in quality beef &#8211; from arrachera to rib eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-taco-truck-mentirosos-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A bustling taco truck glows under string lights at night, with chefs busily preparing food. The truck's dark color with vibrant signage and the presence of fans for customer comfort create an inviting place to eat street food in Ixtapa.\" class=\"wp-image-67858\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-taco-truck-mentirosos-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-taco-truck-mentirosos-667x500.jpg 667w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-taco-truck-mentirosos-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-taco-truck-mentirosos-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-taco-truck-mentirosos-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-taco-truck-mentirosos.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And while tacos dominate the menu, there is also a burrito supremo and chile relleno taco available to order. And there\u2019s an option to order your tacos with costra de queso, essentially a layer of thin crispy cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Salsa enthusiasts will enjoy choosing from the array of more than half a dozen salsas they make in house.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:15px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:15px;padding-left:20px;}.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 9px 20px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);}.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d{position:relative;}.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d:not(.specificity){margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-right:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-bottom:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);border-left:1.5px solid var(--global-palette6, #718096);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column67847_0951ce-7d kb-section-dir-vertical inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id67847_afe3fa-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id67847_afe3fa-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id67847_afe3fa-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id67847_afe3fa-ce > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id67847_afe3fa-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id67847_afe3fa-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id67847_afe3fa-ce alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column67847_532916-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column67847_532916-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column67847_532916-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column67847_532916-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column67847_532916-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column67847_532916-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column67847_532916-f5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column67847_532916-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column67847_532916-f5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column67847_532916-f5\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>Looking for more places to eat?<\/strong> Check out my list of <a href=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/best-restaurants-zihuatanejo-mexico\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"67844\">best restaurants in Zihuatanejo<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Bistro Soleiado<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/8PnuohEVbEmP6dGW7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I love the open air patio at this French bistro located on the north side of the hotel zone in Ixtapa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The French influence is evident at first glance of the menu at Bistro Soleiado which includes escargot and mussels in a variety of preparations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s further organized by protein &#8211; seafood, chicken, steak and lamb with quite a few salads, pastas, and risottos to balance the meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. La Luna Restaurant &amp; Bar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/KxumNmQACY1VHJH17\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurants-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"An inviting outdoor patio of a restaurant in Ixtapa at night, with warm lighting and a cozy atmosphere. Thatched umbrellas, colorful papel picado banners, and lush greenery set a festive mood, while red-accented chairs invite diners to enjoy a meal.\" class=\"wp-image-67851\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurants-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurants-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurants-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurants-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurants-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/ixtapa-restaurants.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This Ixtapa restaurant serves classic Mexican breakfast dishes in the morning. For lunch and dinner, the menu switches to antojitos like pastor tacos, tostadas, enchiladas, sopes, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But where I think La Luna really shines is in their specialty dishes at the end of the week. Saturdays and Sundays the menu features traditional dishes such as barbacoa, tamales, pancita, and a reques\u00f3n guisado. And Thursday is pozole day, as per usual for Guerrero.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Sabrina is La Vita e&#8217; Bella Ixtapa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/AJBkCmNMBwTMJadJ7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a highly rated Italian restaurant in Ixtapa whose vast menu allows you to have a multi course Italian meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Appetizers include favorites such as beef carpaccio and calamari as well as some very Italian dishes such as vitello tonnato and a Sicilian style roasted octopus.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"719\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/bolognese-italian-restaurant-ixtapa-719x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A plate of pappardelle pasta with Bolognese sauce, garnished with grated cheese, presented on a table at the best Italian restaurant in Ixtapa. The setting is elegant with a glass of red wine in the background, offering a refined dining experience.\" class=\"wp-image-67853\" srcset=\"https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/bolognese-italian-restaurant-ixtapa-719x1024.jpg 719w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/bolognese-italian-restaurant-ixtapa-351x500.jpg 351w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/bolognese-italian-restaurant-ixtapa-176x250.jpg 176w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/bolognese-italian-restaurant-ixtapa-768x1094.jpg 768w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/bolognese-italian-restaurant-ixtapa-1079x1536.jpg 1079w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/bolognese-italian-restaurant-ixtapa-150x214.jpg 150w, https:\/\/culturestraveled.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/bolognese-italian-restaurant-ixtapa.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 719px) 100vw, 719px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>I was initially confused with the pasta dishes but later learned some are dry with the majority being fresh house made fresh pasta. The sauces vary from the well known bolognese to boscaiola, a rose sauce of Italian sausage, mushrooms, and peas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The menu also includes a selection of main dishes. Meat includes pork, beef, and chicken, as well as a long list of fish options in which Sicilian style again takes center stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. El Faro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/d1QetGQ6rzztSJZi6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for an Ixtapa restaurant with a view of the bay, El Faro is nestled within the cliffs surrounding Playa Palmar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located within Pacifica Resort in Ixtapa, you should make reservations at this restaurant for sunset if you\u2019re looking for a romantic evening or one to celebrate a special occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Gelato at Fragolino<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/JiF42WfbbuJtkuMe7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Map Location<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Alright, alright. This isn&#8217;t exactly a restaurant. But sometimes it&#8217;s hot. And you just can&#8217;t be bothered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you\u2019re looking for an afternoon treat or decadent end to your evening, you\u2019ll want to visit Fragolino for the best ice cream in Ixtapa. They make lots of flavors ranging from fruit to chocolate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wrapping Up Ixtapa Restaurants<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, it&#8217;s worth stepping outside of your hotel or resort to taste the flavors coming from the best restaurants in Ixtapa. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re craving authentic tacos or searching for a place to eat breakfast in Ixtapa, these restaurants greatly expand your options.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It may feel odd to search for the best restaurants in Ixtapa if you&#8217;ve already paid for most of your meals with your accommodation. But, even if you&#8217;re staying at one of the all inclusive resorts, chances are you&#8217;ll want to get out an explore other places to eat. 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