La Manzanilla Restaurants
There are some truly terrific restaurants in La Manzanilla. This is only a sampling of restaurants estimated at around 3 dozen establishments in the pueblo.
Quinta Valentina
This is a great beach location with lots of beach tables at this popular restaurant. The food and service are both terrific. It is located past the crocodile mangrove on the beach.
Mini Market Lidia
The go to grocery store with a great selection. Popular among locals and expats alike. While there are other nicely stocked groceries, Lidia is centrally located and has got the goods.
Xacalli
Located across from Lidia Market is a terrific place for dinner. The pecan crusted fish is an excellent choice among many wonderfully prepared dishes. Dine in or take-out pizza is a great option.
Palapa Joe’s
On the east side of main street about a block north of town center. Nice airy street level setting. Serving pizza, hamburgers, fresh seafood and casual mexican selections. 351 5348.
Lora Loka’s
Great spot for Mexican dinners and watching the sunset. In the evening she offers one or two special dishes that usually change daily. Reservations at: 315 351 5333.
The Lab
A centrally located coffee bar that offers top goods and services. With several good coffee bars in La Manzanilla this ranks at the top.
Los Titos
At the triangle where the main road divides in two. Chinese food, pizzas, salads, hamburgers and sandwiches.
Home delivery at: 315 351 5701
Martin’s
Just past the bridge South of the main plaza. Upstairs dining with nice view of the Tenacatita Bay. Ask Martin for anything cooked table side from a salad to entree. 315 351 5106.
Crocodile Bar
This outdoor beachfront bar and restaurant is a fun place to watch the sunset on the bay of Tenacatita. Locals and expats alike enjoy Crocodile just off the Jardin over the walking bridge.
Chantli Mar
A long walk up the beach or a drive on the backroad takes you to this beautiful oceanfront restaurant and bar. Many of our guests write about Cantli Mar being a favorite.
Mi Casita
Right at the main plaza. A variety of Mexican lunches. A La Manzanilla mainstay and a great lunch spot.
Pollo Asado "Mele"
Mele’s BBQ Chicken is the bomb. Go grab some for lunch and bring it home. Located at the beginning of the beach access road.