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10Best Mexican
Baikal
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Carretera Escénica 22, Acapulco  • 744-446-6845
        Description: Acapulco's tropical beauty blends seamlessly with the stunning architecture and decor of Baikal. A roof crafted of palm leaves tops a structure protecting a pond lit by torches. Once within, diners step down a spiral staircase to a dining area whose tall windows showcase the bay view. The menu features a creative selection of dishes that incorporate French and Asian flavors with Mexican preparations and local ingredients. There is an extensive wine list as well as a host of tempting desserts. Grand Marnier or chocolate souffle should not be missed.
       

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El Amigo Miguel
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Juárez 31 at Azueta, Acapulco  39300 • 744-483-6981
        Description: This seafood restaurant is a huge favorite with the locals, who have been coming here for years to feast on fish with a Mexican twist. Diners sit in a large outdoor plaza and gobble up "drunken shrimp," served in special sauce that includes beer, applesauce, ketchup, mustard and bacon. You'll also find grilled shrimp and fish steaks, fish soups and the ever-popular filet Miguel, red snapper filet filled with seafood and smothered in a chipotle pepper sauce.
       

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El Cabrito
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Costera Miguel Alemán 1480 1840, Acapulco  • 744-484-7711
        Description: For affordable dining with authentic Mexican flair, check out this festive eatery. El Cabrito means "the goat" and that's this restaurant's specialty. Waitresses in traditional Mexican costume serve roasted goat with charro beans, tequila shrimp and mole – a sauce made with rich chocolate and spicy chilies. Charbroiled steaks are another favorite, as are the piña coladas, which are said to be the best in Acapulco. Reservations not accepted.
       

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El Olvido
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Glorieta Diana Plaza Marbella, Acapulco  • 744-481-0203 • 744-481-0214
        Description: Dine on the terrace at this sophisticated restaurant and you're treated to a view of the city while enjoying innovative Mexican cuisine. Start with one of the house's specialty drinks – the Olvido is made with tequila, rum, Cointreau, tomato juice and lime juice. For an appetizer, order cold foie gras with raisins or chilled melon soup. Sea bass, beef tenderloin and bacon-wrapped quail are popular entrées. For dessert, sample tropical fruit mousse with zapote sauce.
        User Rating: 9 / 10
       

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El Zorrito
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Costera Miguel Alemán 186, Acapulco  39670 • 744-485-3735
        Description: ZONA DORADA. After you've danced your feet off, stop into this cantina serving up unpretentious, authentic Mexican fare such as menudo, enchiladas or the restaurant's signature dish – a strip of tender, grilled beef served with tacos, enchiladas, guacamole and beans. Other favorites include the Acapulco specialty "pozole," a pork and hominy soup. Late closing weekend hours may extend to 7am!
       

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Ika Tako
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Costera Miguel Aleman 99, Acapulco  • 744-443-1205 • 744-484-9521
        Description: This cozy spot serves up innovative seafood tacos at wallet-friendly prices. Fish and shrimp are combined with grilled pineapple, spinach, cheese, garlic and bacon with mouth-watering results. Order a Mexican beer to wash it down and save room for the dessert special of the day – they are always homemade and delicious.
       

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La Cabaña
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Playa Caleta Lado Ote, Acapulco  • 744-482-5007
        Description: This cozy eatery has impressed visitors and locals with its fresh seafood since the 1950s. For traditional Mexican cuisine with an innovative twist, try baby shark tamales – they're the house specialty. The steaming seafood casserole and curried shrimp sautéed in garlic and sea salt also win raves. Non-seafood eaters will enjoy feasting on chicken tacos.
        User Rating: 10 / 10
       

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La Casa de Tere
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Alonso Martín 1721, Acapulco  39670 • 744-485-7735
        Description: This unpretentious restaurant with its central fountain is popular with local business people who duck in to the plaza-like open air dining area for quick and affordable lunches and light, post-work suppers. The menu is small but offers great variety. Specialties include menudo, tampiqueña (steak) and a flan made from corn for dessert. Reservations not accepted.
       

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La Vela
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Camino Real Acapulco Diamante, Acapulco  • 744-466-1010
        Description: The soaring white canopied roof makes this open-air restaurant appear to have set sail, but it actually rests on a wharf jutting into Pichilingue Bay. Since you're on the water, be sure to order one of the restaurant's excellent seafood dishes. The house specialty is charbroiled red snapper marinated in chilies and other spices. Reservations accepted.
       

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Madeiras
(Restaurants - Mexican)
Carretera Escénica 33-B, Acapulco  39880 • 744-446-5636 • 744-446-5700
        Description: Local artisans created the cutlery and dishes for this fashionable, elegant restaurant. Diners are treated to gorgeous views of the bay and downtown Acapulco. The four course, prix fixe menu offers tempting selections such as tamale al chipotle, fresh and spicy gazpacho, tuna ceviche, red snapper served over cactus leaf with black beans, perfectly grilled steaks and other seafood specialties. Reservations essential.
       

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