Where to Eat

Food in Chacahua

Food ranges from fresh catch to comfort food. Family-run restaurants serve the day's catch — pescado a la talla, ceviche, garlic shrimp. But you'll also find burgers, fries, tacos, and breakfast spots. Fish is always the freshest option.

💰 Most restaurants are cash only. Main store accepts cards with 5% fee.

8 restaurants

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Restaurante Siete Mares

🦐Seafood🌮Mexican
$$
Mid-range (80-150 MXN)
Beachfront

The most popular spot in Chacahua for fresh seafood. Family-run for generations. Famous for their pescado a la talla and ceviche. Right on the beach with plastic chairs and great vibes.

Specialties

Pescado a la TallaCeviche de PescadoCamarones al Mojo de AjoPulpo a la Diabla
Hours: 8am - 8pm daily
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La Palapa de María

🦐Seafood🍳Breakfast
$
Budget (under 80 MXN)
In Village

Small family palapa known for the best breakfast in town. María's huevos rancheros and fresh fruit plates are legendary. Also serves lunch seafood.

Specialties

Huevos RancherosFresh Fruit PlateCafé de OllaFish Tacos
Hours: 7am - 3pm daily
+52 954 XXX XXXX

Bar La Punta

🍺Bar/Drinks🌮Mexican
$
Budget (under 80 MXN)
Beachfront

The social hub of Chacahua. Cold beers, mezcal, and simple food. Watch the sunset over the point. Live music on weekends during high season.

Specialties

Mezcal LocalMicheladasCeviche TostadasSunset Views
Hours: 4pm - midnight
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Cocina Doña Carmen

🌮Mexican🦐Seafood
$
Budget (under 80 MXN)
In Village

Traditional home cooking in the village. Comida corrida (set menu) at lunch is a steal. Fresh tortillas made daily. No frills, great food.

Specialties

Comida CorridaEnchiladasCaldo de Camarón

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Mariscos El Güero

🦐Seafood
$$
Mid-range (80-150 MXN)
Beachfront

Beachfront palapa with plastic tables and fresh catch. The aguachile here is super spicy and super good. Local fisherman owner.

Specialties

AguachilePescado FritoCocteles de Mariscos

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Café Laguna

🍳Breakfast🌍International
$$
Mid-range (80-150 MXN)
Lagoon Side

Chill spot on the lagoon side run by an expat. Good coffee, smoothies, and healthy breakfast options. Has Starlink wifi.

Specialties

Espresso CoffeeSmoothie BowlsAvocado ToastFresh Juices

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Antojitos Chacahua

🌮Mexican
$
Budget (under 80 MXN)
In Village

Evening street food cart near the village center. Tacos, quesadillas, empanadas. Super cheap and authentic. Opens around 6pm.

Specialties

Tacos de PescadoQuesadillasEmpanadas de Camarón

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Surf Camp Kitchen

🌍International🍳Breakfast
$$
Mid-range (80-150 MXN)
Beachfront

Part of Chacahua Surf Camp but open to non-guests. Good for post-surf burritos and smoothies. Chill surfer vibes.

Specialties

Breakfast BurritosSmoothiesFish Tacos

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Must-Try Dishes

Pescado a la Talla

Grilled whole fish with chili paste — Oaxacan coast specialty

Ceviche

Fresh raw fish cured in lime with onion and cilantro

Camarones al Mojo de Ajo

Garlic butter shrimp

Caldo de Camarón

Shrimp soup — perfect hangover cure

Tostadas de Pulpo

Octopus tostadas

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Eating Tips

  • •Restaurants are casual — no reservations needed
  • •Lunch (comida) is the main meal, dinner options more limited
  • •Bring cash — no card payments
  • •Ask what's fresh that day
  • •Don't drink tap water — stick to bottled or coconut