From MICHELIN Guide fine dining to casual taco favorites near El Médano — our editorial team’s 12 favorites across Los Cabos.
Updated June 2026 · Curated by the What’s In Cabo team
The best restaurants in Cabo San Lucas and Los Cabos range from MICHELIN Guide-recognized fine dining like Cocina de Autor and Tenoch by Paradero to globally known names such as Nobu and Estiatorio Milos, plus beloved local spots like La Lupita Tacos & Mezcal. Below are our 12 favorites, spanning fine dining to casual taco favorites near El Médano.
How we choose: our editors weigh culinary reputation, awards and guide recognition (MICHELIN Guide, Star Diamond), consistency, and on-the-ground knowledge of the Los Cabos dining scene — from Cabo San Lucas to San José del Cabo, the Tourist Corridor, the East Cape and Todos Santos. Prices verified June 2026.
Best Fine DiningCocina de Autor
Best for SunsetSunset Monalisa
Best TacosLa Lupita
Best SushiOmakai
Best SeafoodEstiatorio Milos
Best OceanfrontCayaoWhy we love it: MICHELIN Guide-recognized contemporary Mexican gastronomy at Grand Velas Los Cabos — a multi-course sensory journey of native flavors and global technique, widely regarded as one of the destination’s pinnacle tasting-menu experiences.
Cabo tip: Book the tasting menu ahead; plan for a multi-hour, special-occasion dinner.
Why we love it: A MICHELIN Guide-recognized restaurant inside Paradero Todos Santos, where chefs Josh Kremer and Pablo Carmona serve modern Mexican plates with Japanese influences.
Cabo tip: Reserve ahead and pair it with a day trip or overnight in Todos Santos.
Why we love it: Latin America’s flagship Nobu, perched at Diamante on the Pacific. Expect Matsuhisa signatures — yellowtail jalapeño, black cod miso — with Baja accents at sunset.
Cabo tip: Go at sunset for the Pacific view; the black cod miso is the signature order.
Why we love it: Costas Spiliadis’ world-famous Greek seafood, beachside on the East Cape: lavraki, the Milos Special and Athenian lobster pasta.
Cabo tip: It’s at Four Seasons Costa Palmas on the East Cape — plan the drive; the whole grilled fish is the move.
Why we love it: Chef Richard Sandoval’s oceanfront Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian) restaurant pairs a robata grill with bright Peruvian ceviche.
Cabo tip: Oceanfront at Four Seasons Cabo del Sol — start with the ceviche, then the robata grill.
Why we love it: Authentic Greek cuisine and lively dining that has drawn recognition from Vogue, GQ and the Star Diamond Award.
Cabo tip: Lively and theatrical — ideal for a celebration; reserve a prime evening slot.
Why we love it: A MICHELIN Guide-listed sushi bar and garden patio in downtown San José — the area’s standout for omakase.
Cabo tip: Sit at the sushi bar for the omakase, and book ahead — it’s small.
Why we love it: Cabo’s most iconic view-dining address: Chef Hector Morales’ Baja-inspired Mediterranean cuisine over panoramic views of El Arco.
Cabo tip: Reserve the early seating to catch El Arco at golden hour.
Why we love it: A marina institution since 1994, Nicksan crafts sushi, sashimi and chef-driven Pacific plates where Cabo meets Tokyo.
Cabo tip: A marina classic — ask for the chef’s specials beyond the standard rolls.
Why we love it: MICHELIN Guide-listed, with a sea-driven menu served on a beachfront patio in Todos Santos.
Cabo tip: Go early for a patio table at sunset.
Why we love it: A downtown brunch, dinner and craft-cocktail favorite with an organic rooftop garden — an Infatuation pick and a great-value entry on this list.
Cabo tip: A downtown rooftop garden — perfect for brunch or craft cocktails before dinner.
Why we love it: Steps from El Médano Beach, La Lupita pairs creative Baja tacos on handmade tortillas with a celebrated mezcal selection — proof the best meals in Cabo aren’t always the priciest.
Cabo tip: Come for the tacos and a mezcal flight, steps from El Médano Beach.
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For fine dining, Cocina de Autor at Grand Velas and Tenoch by Paradero lead the list — both in the MICHELIN Guide. For sushi, Omakai and Nobu stand out, and for a view, nothing beats Sunset Monalisa overlooking El Arco.
Casual local favorites include La Lupita Tacos & Mezcal near El Médano Beach and Outpost for brunch and craft cocktails downtown.
Yes for fine dining — book ahead at Nobu, Cocina de Autor and Estiatorio Milos, especially in high season (December through April). Casual taco spots are typically walk-in.
Sunset Monalisa (El Arco views), Cayao and Estiatorio Milos (oceanfront), and Benno (beachfront in Todos Santos) all serve with a view.
San José del Cabo’s Gallery District and the Tourist Corridor’s resorts concentrate the fine dining, while the Cabo San Lucas marina and El Médano Beach offer the liveliest casual scene.
Sources & recognitions: MICHELIN Guide, Star Diamond Award, The Infatuation, and each restaurant’s official information. Awards and guide listings reflect recognitions published by those organizations; please confirm current details directly with each venue.
Reviewed by the What’s In Cabo Editorial Team. Updated June 2026.
