Isla Mujeres Restaurant Guide
The Best Places To Eat On The Island
Updated May 2022
Welcome to Isla Mujeres
Just eight miles offshore from Cancún is the enchanting island of Isla Mujeres. This magical place has pristine beaches, a laid back vibe and excellent island cuisine. The main restaurant and entertainment area is around Hidalgo Street in the Centro (town center) area located at the northern end of the island adjacent to Playa Norte. However, you can find great restaurants spread throughout Centro, the Mid-Island Bay Area, and the Sac Bajo beachfront road along the island’s western shore. If you’re ready to explore the food scene in Isla Mujeres, take a look below!
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Where to Eat
The Top Neighborhoods
CENTRO / PLAYA NORTE
This is where everything is happening on the island. Hotels, restaurants, beaches and more. This is at the northern end of the island and most places are easily walkable.
MID-ISLAND BAY AREA
In the center of the island, the Mid-Island Bay Area is where the various residential “colonias” are. This is a nice area for people who want to immerse themselves in local culture and pretty much hang out where most locals do.
SAC BAJO
A lovely beachfront road along the island’s western shore with condos, a few luxury hotels and sea view restaurants. Excellent views of the Caribbean with a mixed bag on beach quality.
Budget Options
Mango Café
$$ - $$$, Mexican, Caribbean, Latin
Mango Café is a local favorite breakfast and lunch spot with a bright colorful atmosphere and a menu loaded with great tastes for everyone. They have excellent huevos rancheros, breakfast quesadillas, and French toast that you can wash down with a cup of their specialty espresso.
Located in the Mid-Island Bay Area
Food Carts on the Town Square
$ Public Market
It’s a truly Mexican experience to find some delicious street food in the evenings is at a food cart in the town square. When the sun goes down, these carts open up and serve delicious salbutes, marquesitas, tacos, and empanadas.
Located in Centro
Q'Bravo
$, Mexican, Latin, Vegetarian Friendly
Q’Bravo is one of those local spots that you really can’t afford to miss when you visit Isla Mujeres. Incredible food that starts with early morning fresh eggs and finishes with late afternoon scrumptious, chicken or classic Mexican lunches. Everything on the menu is local, fresh and affordable. The staff is friendly and happy and because the owner takes great pride in the restaurant, it is reflected in the quality of the food. Come here once and you’ll be back every day of your trip.
Located in Centro
Midrange Options
Capricci Pizza & Sfizi
$$ - $$$, Italian, Pizzaria
If you are in the mood for some tasty, wood fired pizza, or just some fresh Italian food in general, be sure to stop in at Capricci Pizza & Sfizi. Widely considered some of the best pizza on the island due to the perfectly baked, chewy crusts and beautifully balanced sauces. Piles of homemade pasta and fresh salads will tempt your tastebuds as well. The warm, relaxed atmosphere of this quaint indoor/outdoor restaurant will easily have you feeling at home.
Located in Centro
High-End Options
Lolo Lorena
$$$$, French, Mediterranean, European
This reservation-only spot is a memorable culinary experience that is a creative fusion of local and European influences. You can try imaginative dishes such as the filet in a banana leaf or the seafood cassoulet.
Located in the Mid-Island Bay Area
Casa Rolandi
$$$$, Italian, Seafood, International
Enjoy an extravagant dinner with a stunning ocean view at Casa Rolandi. This restaurant serves up tasty seafood plates and pasta dishes. Don’t forget to finish your meal on a high note with one of their scrumptious desserts.
Located in Sac Bajo
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Thank you so very much for this guide. I am a solo traveller. 3rd time to Isla, but this is my longest stay at 3 months. I’ve been exploring by trial and error and your site has given me some great insider tips! I now have a list of things to do and places to eat!
Glad you like it! Have a wonderful visit!
I would never have known about the food carts if I didn’t find your website, YUM, a must visit. So unbelievably great. I just love your recommendations.