Some of the main Cancun attractions include a wide range of Mexican, seafood and international restaurants that feature breathtaking views to the Caribbean Sea or the Nichupte Lagoon. You will start to notice that a delicious lunch with fresh cool tropical cocktails will become one of the favorite activities to do during your Cancun vacation. Here is a list of some of the best family Cancun restaurants.
1.Captain´s Cove. A great place for breakfast, lunch and dinner facing the Nichupte Lagoon. On Sundays locals and tourist enjoy a breakfast buffet (8 am-2pm) that features Mexican specialties and international favorites. Steak and sea food grill is served for lunch/ dinner (12 noon-11pm). Address: Hotel Zone Km. 16.5
2. Hacienda Sisal. Beautiful Mexican restaurant that features entertaining shows, exceptional traditional Mexican cuisine, music and home-style recipes. Sunday Brunch is served from 8 am-2pm. Maricahis play every evening at 7pm and live music shows include folk dances, Caribbean and Latin rythms. Address: The Royal Sands Resort - km 13.
3. Bubba Gump Restaurant. A fun casual seafood restaurant, one of the main Cancun attractions in the Hotel Zone. It follows the famous Hollywood movie “Forrest Gump” through fun décor and delicious shrimp recipes. Offers a terrace with views to the Nichupte Lagoon, and many hand-shake cocktails. Address: Plaza Flamingo.
4. Mocambo. A relaxing seafood restaurant right on the beach. Nice Mexican style seafood that is enjoyed under a beautiful palapa that includes a romantic terrace with views to the Caribbean Sea. Good choice for a tasty “ceviche” in a casual beachfront ambience. Address: Next to Xcaret Base across Plaza Caracol Shopping Mall.
5. 100% Natural. The most successful Mexican, vegetarian-friendly and healthy food restaurant franchise in Mexico. The menu consists of a wide range of whole grain sandwiches, Mexican specialties and natural fruit shakes. One of the favorite spots that locals choose for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Address: Downtown Cancun – Any taxi driver will know how to get there.
6. La Parrilla. A colorful Mexican restaurant known for its exquisite Mexican food and traditional environment. Tacos, specialties grilled and flamed, and 2×1 in domestic drinks everyday at 7pm. Aztec soup, shrimp tacos, beef and chicken fajitas, fillet Mignon and brochettes are only some of the menu´s options. Address: Downtown.
Experiencing the local cusine is one of the best parts of taking any vacation and your Cancun vacation will be no expection! There are many great Cancun restaurants for you to enjoy, no matter what your budget is! Check out any Cancun Travel Guide and you will find many great options or one of the best ways to find those great hidden treasures is to ask some of the locals! You will be sure to find many great places that will keep you going back on your Cancun vacation!
