As night falls on Cabo San Lucas, everyone's attention seems to be focused on one thing . . .where to go eat! Let's face it, after a hard day of basking in the sun, playing in the ocean, or out fighting fish, the body needs a well deserved pick-me-up.

Cabo offers a huge selection of culinary options, something for everyone, and for every budget.

If you are looking for the ambiance of the ocean, there are several places to dine that are just up from the water's edge. Suprisingly, most of these establishments have their plates priced within reason. But, like dining anywhere else, it's the wine and cocktails that really pack the bill! So, if you want to enjoy a nice seaside meal, and would prefer to keep "la cuenta" at a reasonable level, plan your drinking after dinner at the clubs in town.

• MI CASA

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-1933.
  Located in downtown Cabo, next to the main Plaza, west side of the street.
  Excellent food and service, set in an enchanting courtyard.
  Authentic regional cooking in the rich tradition of Mexican cuisine.
  If you only have one nice meal in Cabo, have it here.
  When Carlos Fiesta was half-way through with his 2,000 mile solo Baja Circumnavigation from Los Angeles to the Colorado River, this is where he had dinner.

   

• PANCHO'S

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-2891.
  Fax 011-52 (114) 3-5095.
  Located in downtown Cabo San Lucas, on Calle Hidalgo, one block down from the old plaza, and one block up from Plaza Los Glorias Hotel.
  Open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  Pancho's offers the largest collection of tequila in the known universe.
  If you know of a brand of tequila that is not on display here, they'll buy you afree shooter! If they don't, Carlos Fiesta will!
  Hosts John and Mary Bragg are good people, and will do their best to make every customer a happy camper!

   

• SANCHO PANZA WINE BAR BISTRO

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-3212.
  E-mail: sanchopanza@cabonet.net.mx
  Located in Plaza Las Glorias, next to the lighthouse tower.
  Creative Mediterranean food with a Latin Flair.
  Over 150 wines in stock!

   

• SOLOMON'S LANDING

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-0352.
  E-mail: bajaraiders@cabotel.com.mx.
  Located on the corner of the marina in downtown Cabo.
  You'll come for the best people watching view in Cabo.
  You'll stay for the great food and killer margaritas!

   

• VILLA SERENA

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-3995.
  Open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
  Located off of Baja Highway One at Km. 7.5 in the Villa Serena complex.
  Spectacular views of the ocean and Land's End, complete menu for every taste.

   

• CABO WABO BAR AND GRILL

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-1198.
  Located on Lazaro Cardenas at Vicente Guerrero.
  Open daily 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  Bar open later.
  Mexican and American food, plus sandwiches, steaks, and salads.
  Although Cabo Wabo is more of an evening destination (especially when Sammy and friends are in town), the convenient mid-town location makes it an easy stop for lunch.

   

• EL SQUID ROE RESTAURANT

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-0655.
  Fax 011-52 (114) 3-1269.
  Located on Marina Blvd. at the entrance to town, right side.
  Open daily from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. (sometimes later)
  Menu includes sandwiches, BBQ ribs, fajitas and squid prepared any style!
  It's a great place to pull up a plate and just check out all of the "stuff" hanging from the walls and ceilings!
  Good music and friendly help too.

   

• GIGGLING MARLIN GRILLE

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-1182.
  Located on Marina Blvd. at Matamoras, north side.
  Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
  Indoor and patio dining.
  Sports events on TV.
  Very diverse menu, with generous food and drink portions.
  Gets wild at night...keep your table and stay for the floor show!!!

   

• HARD ROCK CAFE

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-3806.
  Fax 011-52 (114) 3-3872.
  Located on the main street, just as you enter town, left side. Can't miss it!
  Open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
  Always a fun crowd, great music, and a diverse menu selection.
  Excellent service in a very clean environment!
  Go ahead...buy a T-shirt.

   

• LATITUDE 22 ROADHOUSE

  Located behind the CFE building in the corredor
  Some of the lousiest food in the world, at ridiculously low prices.
  And the wild decorations are the icing on the cake!

   

• CRAZY LOBSTER

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-4429.
  Located on Lazara Cardenas, north side, next to Latitude 22.
  Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., except Sundays.
  Relaxed atmosphere, friendly service, mesquite grill to cook your fish!

   

• EDITH'S RESTAURANT

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-0801.
  Located - block up from Playa Medano, up hill from The Office.
  Open nightly from 5:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  Seafood specialties, hand made tortillas, large selection of wines.

   

• EL GALEON RESTAURANT

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-0443.
  Located on Marina Blvd. at the far end.
  Open daily from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  Italian food and seafood with a view of the marina.
  Good wine selection.
  One of the more of a romantic places to dine in Cabo.
  If you are four guys just getting back from fishing and drinking beer all day, don't eat here.

   

• EL SHRIMP BUCKET

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-2598.
  Located on Marina Blvd. in Marina Fiesta, on the boardwalk.
  Open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  Fresh shrimp and seafood, plus Mexican food.
  Bubba Gump loves this place!
  Lively atmosphere!

   

• NICK SAN JAPANESE RESTAURANT

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-4484.
  Located on Marina Blvd. at Plaza de la Danza.
  Open from 3:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Closed Mondays.
  Sushi, lobster, steak, chicken, shrimp, and plenty of fresh fish!

   

• ROMEO AND JULIET

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-0225.
  Marina Boulevard and Camino del Cerro, at the entrance to Pedrigal, west end of town.
  Italian cuisine in a romantic setting.
  Open from 4 p.m. to midnight.

   

• SHRIMP FACTORY

  Telephone 011-52 (114) 3-5066.
  Located on Marina Boulevard at Vicente Guerrero, across the street from Plaza Las Glorias Hotel.
  The world's greatest shrimp in a lively atmosphere!