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Nestled along the scenic Carr. Federal la Cruz de Huanacaxtle - Punta de Mita in the charming coastal town of Cruz de Huanacaxtle, Restaurant El Mirador La Cruz de Huanacaxtle is a culinary treasure that promises a delightful dining experience. With a focus on fresh, locally-sourced seafood and flavors that reflect the essence of coastal Mexico, this restaurant stands out as a hidden gem in the region.

The menu is a celebration of the ocean's bounty, featuring exquisite dishes like Camarones al gusto prepared in various styles—Diabla, Ajo, or Ajillo, all priced at an approachable MX$229.00. For seafood lovers, the Pescado Zarandeado, a whole grilled fish seasoned to perfection, is a must-try at MX$350.00. The specialties extend to a mouthwatering Cazuela de Mariscos and Langosta al gusto, ensuring there's something for every palate.

Reviews from delighted diners highlight the restaurant’s generous portions and exceptional prices. Richard Buscholl praises the "huge portions," sharing how the fried fillet of fish with garlic left him wanting more. Similarly, Diane Le appreciates the "flavorful" red snapper, perfectly smoked on the grill, and couldn’t resist raving about the “must-try” guava pie, which mirrors the sweet local flavors of the region.

Service at El Mirador is as warm as the atmosphere. Many customers, including Jennifer Meade and Cathy Pearce, speak highly of the attentive staff, particularly Salvadore, who fosters a welcoming environment. Diners can enjoy their meals on the outdoor patio, where rustic views enhance the overall experience, making it perfect for a leisurely lunch or dinner.

For those seeking authentic Mexican cuisine with a heavy emphasis on seafood, Restaurant El Mirador La Cruz de Huanacaxtle delivers marvelous plates that tantalize the taste buds while offering a slice of the captivating coastal lifestyle. Whether you’re indulging in coconut shrimp, savoring octopus, or enjoying a leisurely meal with family and friends, this restaurant offers everything you need for a memorable outing. Don’t miss the opportunity to taste the magic of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle!

Service options

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Kerbside pickup
  • Drive-through
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Rooftop seating

Popular for

  • Dinner

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed inside
  • Dogs allowed outside

Locations

Guest Reviews (235)

Great service and amazing food! Huge portions, enough to take leftovers for lunch the next day! The fillet of fish fried with garlic was so delicious! Highly recommend!

Hidden gem in La Cruz! Went here for dinner tonight and everything was excellent. The red snapper had so much flavor from the smoked grill. The guava pie is also a must. Huge portions, great prices, and friendly staff.

My family and I came here for dinner and it was exceptional. We had a variety of dishes from conch salad, beef burritos, lobster, coconut shrimp, octopus, corn ice cream and guava pie Everything was delicious, portions were surprisingly large and the prices were much lower than expected for the quality. The service was great and the views were rustic but very nice. Highly recommend

My husband and I absolutely love this cute restaurant. Stephie and Salvador are wonderful. The coconut shrimp is amazing. We will be back a lot.

What a gem in La Cruz. Such wonderful food (take a look at these coconut shrimp!) and Salvadore took special care of our table. Huge portions, delicious and a lovely view from the outdoor patio!

Great view, attentive service and pretty good food. We had the 1kg red snapper. It was very fresh but overcooked and dry. The seasoning was excellent. We will return hoping the chef was having an off day.

We went back to this restaurant three times during our week plus stay in La Cruz. The food is very good and the friendly people, location and atmosphere make it an excellent place to sit and enjoy wonderfully prepared fresh seafood. I’m dreaming about the shrimp tacos and grilled fresh filet right now.

Great food, great atmosphere and friendly staff make returning here an easy decision. El Mirador is just off the beaten path and is not a tourist trap. One of my favourite in LaCruz.

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