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Puerto Santo Cancún

Fresh seafood on the water in Puerto Juárez, with beach access, live music and the day's catch.

  • SeafoodSpecialty
  • 12:30 – 23:00Every day

About this experience

Some of the best food in Cancún is nowhere near the Zona Hotelera, and Puerto Santo is the proof: an oceanfront seafood restaurant in Puerto Juárez, with beach access and an atmosphere that keeps the authentic spirit of the fishing port. For anyone after the local experience —the day's catch, a view of the Caribbean and a long, unhurried table— it's a required stop.

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Tips for your visit

Go with time to spare: the ideal way to do it is to arrive for lunch, stay on the beach and close with sunset from the port. Ask about the whole fish of the day — it's the specialty and it changes with whatever comes in off the water. It pairs well with Isla Mujeres: the ferries leave from the same area, so you can spend the morning on the island and end the day here. It's the perfect stop for seeing the authentic Cancún outside the Zona Hotelera.

FAQ

Where is Puerto Santo and how do I get there from the Zona Hotelera?

It's on Av. José López Portillo, in Puerto Juárez, north of downtown Cancún, about 15–20 minutes by car from the Zona Hotelera. The area is also the departure point for the Isla Mujeres ferries.

What should I try at Puerto Santo?

The ceviche de curry de mango, the camarones al ajillo confitados and, above all, the whole fish of the day, fresh from the port itself. The tacos de ribeye con tuétano are the surprise away from the sea.

Does Puerto Santo have beach access?

Yes, it has beach access and an open view of the Caribbean, with live music and a DJ that carry the afternoon along.

What time does Puerto Santo open?

Every day from 12:30 PM to 11:00 PM. Lunch by the water is its best moment, and sunset from the port is a show of its own.

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