Punta Mita Restaurants

CAROLINA, THE SIGNATURE RESTAURANT

Cuisine: International
Atmosphere: Casual Elegance
Setting: Luxurious, Sophisticated, Seductive
Dress Code: Business Casual
Chef: Sylvain Desbois
Smoking Permitted: No
Hour: Tuesday - Sunday 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Closed Monday)
Phone: (52)(329) 291 58 65 / (52)(329) 291 58 45

Featuring fresh seafood and a mosaic of culinary styles from the Mediterranean along with accents of Punta Mita's own distinctive flavors, this epicurean destination captures the resort's uncompromised style and promises a memorable experience for even the most discerning palate. Signature dishes include Caribbean Lobster, a tender lobster roasted with spices and served with fennel mousseline with a touch of Papantla vanilla and coriander vinaigrette and the Canelón, a stuffed artichoke with lobster, foie gras and truffle.

With breathtaking views, an inviting bar and a romantic outdoor terrace, the restaurant provides a perfect variety of settings for cocktails as well.

Exquisite in every detail, the restaurant's design is both inviting and comfortable. The polished decor emphasizes lush black and white velvety textures with silver accents. Handcrafted lamps throughout Carolina are covered in small, round pieces of Mother of Pearl. In addition to casting a soft luminous glow, the precious pearls create a peaceful sound as soft breezes rustle the lamps.

Guests may also reserve a private dining room in the restaurant. Each dining experience at Carolina is underscored by the flawless bespoke service that defines The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort's every amenity.

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LAS MARIETAS

Cuisine: Mexican
Atmosphere: Casual
Setting: Open Palapas
Dress Code: Casual
Smoking Permitted: Yes
Hours: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Phones: (52)(329) 291 5864 / (52)(329) 291 58 45

Ideally situated under the canopies of three open palapas, Las Marietas features authentic regional Mexican cuisine and breathtaking views of the Pacific. Signature dishes include traditional free-range chicken mole stuffed with dried fruits and blanketed in red mole sauce with toasted sunflower, almond and sesame seeds. Las Marietas' ceviche is marinated in lemon and scented with fine herbs.

Colorful details include banquettes lined with hand-embroidered pillows, their patterns borrowed from the traditional dresses of the women of Chiapas.

The restaurant is conveniently located next to the resort's family pool. Casual in feel and local in flavor, Las Marietas serve daily breakfast and lunch.

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SEA BREEZE BEACH CLUB

Cuisine: Contemporary
Atmosphere: Relaxed California-bistro
Setting: Casual
Dress Code: Casual
Smoking Permitted: Yes
Hours: Daily 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday - Tuesday 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Phones: (52)(329) 291 5859 / (52)(329) 291 58 45

The Sea Breeze Beach Club's eclectic menu offers delights to satisfy every taste, all prepared with the freshest available ingredients. Local fresh seafood, the finest seasonal organic produce available, and top-of-the-line prime Black Angus beef are all prepared with the utmost care and to guests' specifications. The restaurant's whole boneless pink snapper, wrapped in corn leaf infused in aged tequila and cooked in a sea salt crust is a favorite.

Indoor or outdoor seating is available for lunch and dinner. The restaurant also offers a private dining room.

KETSI by RICHARD SANDOVAL

Located next to the Nuna pool, this restaurant features modern interpretations of Mexican classics by world-renowned chef Richard Sandoval. The al fresco dining area under a large thatched roof provides year-round outdoor dining enjoyment in a casual, traditional setting for breakfast, lunch and, seasonally, for dinner. Ketsi by Richard Sandoval invites guests to enjoy weekly theme nights and frequent live musical entertainment.

SPECIALTIES
Ketsi by Richard Sandoval offers bountiful breakfast buffets as well as an à la carte menu. Lunch and dinner feature a wide selection of local seafood, salads, sandwiches, regional Mexican dishes and the modern Mexican cuisine of chef Richard Sandoval. A children's menu is available.

HOURS:
Breakfast everyday: 6:30am-11:30am
Lunch everyday: 11:30am - 6:30pm
Dinner everyday: 6:30pm - 11:00pm

Note: Hours vary seasonally. Please contact the restaurant directly for more information.

Location: By Nuna pool
Attire: Informal; shoes and bathing suit cover-ups required.
Reservations: Not required

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BAHÍA

Named for the Spanish word for "bay," Bahía enjoys a prime spot amongst giant manzanilla trees on the Resort's Las Cuevas beach. This contemporary beachfront grill offers a relaxed atmosphere with a sleek, contemporary design.

This restaurant has been positioned to take advantage of the cool ocean breezes and some of the best views of Punta Mita sunsets, and is lively both day and night. The menu features a range of grilled seafood and meats cooked on the expansive mesquite grill, visible from every table.

Three times a week, the chef gathers guests on the beach to participate in our famous "catch of the day" programme, where guests can work with the chef to choose from a variety of fresh seafood right off a local fishing boat. The chef will prepare selections as requested at both lunch and dinner.

Bahía features a main dining room, a separate al fresco seating area perfect for large parties, and a bar area. Bahía's bar is the perfect place to enjoy one of our unique martinis while gazing at the Pacific.

COOKING CLASSES
Every Saturday, Bahía hosts cooking classes with Chef Juan Gaffuri. Participants learn each stage of the preparation of a fresh seafood lunch featuring their choice of fish from the catch of the day. The first half of the four-hour class is devoted to cooking instruction, while the second half is spent savouring the results. For more information or to book a class, contact Bahía at 52 (329) 291-6000, extension 3208.

SPECIALTIES
Bahía's innovative menu of mesquite grilled fresh seafood and meat also features a variety of seasonal vegetables presented with accompanying signature sauces, salts and side items to complement the grilled items. A special martini menu offers signature selections and presentation; an à la carte menu and a children's menu are also available.

HOURS
Dinner - Everyday: 6:00pm -11:00pm

Note: Hours vary seasonally. Please contact the restaurant directly for more information.

Location: Las Cuevas Beach
Attire: Casual
Reservations: Required

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ARAMARA

Experience contemporary Asian cuisine at Aramara, where influences from the Far East blend with a taste of Mexico. The restaurant, named a "sacred place by the ocean" in the native Huichol language, blends the simplicity of contemporary Asian cuisine with the fresh produce and seafood stemming from the Pacific lands and shores of western Mexico.

Located just off the main entrance to Aramara, the Aramara Bar features a lounge area, an exotic menu and live music five nights a week. Original cocktails created with fresh herbal infusions are complemented by a selection of premium beverages, including Japanese and Mexican beers, sake, Shoju, signature tea blends, Asian-spiced coffees and 40 wines by the glass.

Aramara offers indoor and outdoor verandah dining with serene views from its perch high above the Pacific Ocean and the infinity pool area. Minimalist décor opens out to the sea, with Zen-like touches such as an illuminated water fountain, subtle lighting, sleek furnishings with clean lines and simple tabletops.

SPECIALITIES
On Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, menus feature fresh seafood from the Pacific delivered directly to the Resort's shores by local fishermen. Guests may choose the method of preparation, including Aramara's crudo option, thinly sliced seafood served sashimi-style. Another signature dish, Hot Rock, features thinly sliced seasoned steak cooked tableside over a hot rock.

A private dining enclave features the popular Chef's Table on Friday evenings. The chef's six-course menu is paired with the sommelier's delightful cocktail and wine selections. A main wine list hosts a roster of 200 varieties representing both Old and New World regions.

HOURS:
Dinner - Everyday: 6:30pm –  11:00pm

ARAMARA BAR
Every day: 6:30pm –  12:00 midnight

Note: Days and hours vary seasonally and depend on the Resort's occupancy. Please contact the restaurant directly for more information.

QUICK REFERENCE
Location: In the main Resort building
Indoor seating: 48; 32 at the bar; 14 in the private dining room
Outdoor seating: 63
Attire: Smart casual
Reservations: Recommended

SUFÍ PUNTA MITA RESTAURANT

The relaxed elegance of Porta Fortuna's gourmet ‘Mexiterranean' restaurant offers spectacular beach and bay views while enjoying out of this world cuisine. Whether for a private dinner party or a large-scale event, Sufi is sure to tantalize your palette!

Open everyday for dinner:
Porta Fortuna, Lot G 2-2
For reservations:
(329) 291-6990 ext. 3

info@sufipuntamita.com
www.sufipuntamita.com

The restaurants along the beachfront in El Anclote offer guests a casual, convenient and authentic local dining experience. El Anclote is just a few minutes drive from the Ranchos Estates. Most of the restaurants are located on Avenue Anclote, and have direct beach access. Guests may be overwhelmed by the extensive choices here, so we hope to simplify things for you by recommending the following restaurants:

Rosa Mexicano

Cuisine: Mexican, Seafood
Address: AV. Anclote 114, Punta de Mita, Mexico
Atmosphere: Beach casual
Setting: authentic, waterfront, romantic
Dress Code: Casual
Price: $
Hours: lunch & dinner

Rosa Mexicano is one of Anclote's newest, and most welcome additions to the local restaurant scene. Located right on the El Anclote beachfront, friendly and attentive staff are happy to talk you through the fresh and authentic Mexican menu. Be sure to explore the daily specials which will likely include delicious fresh seafood. Rosa Mexicano offers a relaxing and authentic dining experience, great value and impeccable service.

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Margarita's Restaurant & Bar

Cuisine: Mexican, Seafood
Chef/Owner: Hector Lopez
Address: AV. Anclote 112, Punta de Mita, Mexico
Atmosphere: Casual, beachfront, local
Setting: beachfront, relaxed, authentic
Dress Code: Casual
Price: $
Hours: 1pm-9pm
Phones: 3292915107

Visitors to Margarita's are usually welcomed by local chef and owner Hector Lopez, who greets guests like long lost friends! Margarita's follows the reliable formula of authentic Mexican cuisine with fresh daily seafood, at affordable prices. Locals and visitors meet here to share their fishing tips over a cocktail at the bar, as the sun sets over the horizon. Home of the Punta Mita Yacht and Surf Club, Margarita's is the perfect place for a relaxed and casual meal on the oceanfront. 

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Cafe Des Artistes Del Mar

Cuisine: French
Chef/Owner: Thierry Blouet
Address: Av. Anclote Lote 5, Block 19, Punta de Mita 63734, Mexico
Atmosphere: Sophisticated
Setting: Refined, elegant
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Price: $$$
Smoking Permitted: No
Hours: Lunch & dinner
Phones: 3292915145
Website: www.cafedesartistes.com

Cafe Des Artistes Del Mar, located in the Hotel Des Artistes Del Mar is the the most recent addition to world renowned chef and owner Thierry Blouet's group of restaurants.  The crisp white tablecloths, live jazz music and oceanfront location make this one of Punta Mita's most chic fine dining experiences.

The seafood-focused Café des Artistes follows a farm-to-table model, seeking out and highlighting the freshest seasonal ingredients from regional fisheries and farms in the Nayarit region of Mexico.

The daily menu offers an interesting combination of choices like "Roasted sea bass with potato slices, fine herbs butter and spinach mousse", "Tuna sashimi salad wrapped with sesame seed, lentil vinaigrette and wasabi foam" or for desert lovers "Big dancer Café des Artistes" In addition, fine wines and other aperitifs are available in a relaxed atmosphere where the service is always personal and professional.

"I'm thrilled to be a partner on the Hotel des Artistes concept in Punta
de Mita, as it mirrors many of the Grupo Blouet's values such as environmental stewardship and supporting local farmers. We have the premier local chefs who understand and support our mission."

• Thierry Blouet

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Il Villaggio

Cuisine: Italian
Address: Av Anclote 15
Phone: (329) 291-6430
Atmosphere: Sophisticated, Italian
Setting: Beachfront, stylish
Dress Code: Casual
Price: $$
Hour: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Visitors to Il Villaggio might be mistaken for thinking they were in Italy, rather than Mexico. From the European espresso bar at the buildings entrance, to the sophisticated restaurant decor, there is no mistaking the Italian born owner's rustic influence. The restaurant features an authentic Italian pizza oven and a wine room. The prices are more fine dining America than Mexico, but the food does not disappoint. The chef makes the most of fresh local seafood, and the dishes honour Italian culinary simplicity. Sit at a table, or enjoy a drink at seated in the lounge area on the beach. The service is attentive, and may try to oversell at times, but Il Villaggio is, after all, on the beach in Mexico.