La esquinita de la 16 — Restaurant in Bacalar

Our experience at this seafood establishment, recommended by our knowledgeable tour guide, Tio Tony, was nothing short of delightful. Thanks to Tio Tony's wealth of information about Bacalar, we trusted his recommendation for a great dining spot, and we were not disappointed.

Upon arrival, we were immediately drawn in by the inviting ambiance and friendly staff. Following Tio Tony's advice, we opted for the ceviche and aguachile, and we were pleasantly surprised by the generous portions and impeccable flavors of both dishes. Even as someone who typically hesitates to order such items, I found myself thoroughly impressed.

A word of caution: heed the advice regarding portion sizes. The "large" servings are truly substantial, so unless you have a ravenous appetite or plan to share, stick to the regular size.

One minor hiccup in an otherwise fantastic experience was the issue with the card machine, which necessitated payment in US currency (we ran out of pesos 🫢🫢). While they graciously accepted dollars at a fair exchange rate (15 pesos per dollar), it's advisable to have pesos on hand to avoid any inconvenience.

In summary, this seafood spot comes highly recommended, especially if you're seeking authentic flavors and ample portions. Trust Tio Tony's recommendation, indulge in the delicious offerings, and make sure to have pesos ready for a smooth...

One of the best Mexican meals we had during our trip on the Yucatan peninsula. The restaurant is unassuming and they only speak Spanish (the menu is also only in Spanish), but the server was super friendly and the dishes were great. We ordered guacamole as a starter, which was amazing with fresh tortilla chips. The chicken quesadilla was crispy and nicely seasoned, and the arrachera (local beef steak) with rice, beans, salad and tortillas was also full of flavor. The prices are more than...

We've been to Navieros and La Playita and this place had better food than both of them. We ordered shrimp ceviche (fresh, juicy, generous portion, perfectly seasoned), guacamole (super creamy with great seasoning), fried plantains (perfectly cooked with a crispy char!) and horchata (skip ordering this).

I usually don't review but this place deserves 5 stars as it was the only place that wasn't disappointing in Bacalar out of the other places we've...