Cozumel Local Food and Drink Options

Cozumel is an island off the coast of Mexico and the main city on the island is San Miguel.   These are the local food and drink options for both in the cruise port area as well as those available in San Miguel. There are also restaurants and bars on the mainland in Playa del Carmen if you are taking a ferry there for shopping or a cruise excursion. For a map of Cozumel describing each of the piers, their locations and which ships dock there please visit our At The Port page.

Restaurants and Bars in the Cruise Port Area

Puerta Maya

Pancho’s Backyard

A long time favorite among visitors to Cozumel who enjoy fine Mexican dining. Pancho’s Backyard is a delightful restaurant located in the Puerta Maya pier port area. The award winning menu features “Great Mexican Food and Awesome Margaritas” presented in a unique setting with friendly service. Traditional favorites are available along with gourmet specialties, carefully prepared to be healthy and delicious.

As you enter Pancho’s Backyard you’ll be welcomed by friendly waiters and aromas of delicious Mexican dishes that make your mouth water. Pancho’s Backyard takes pride in the highest standards of service and cuisine. They have some awesome margaritas at reasonable prices.

If you are looking for a delicious, relaxed, dining experience, with some distinctive takes on traditional Mexican dishes, look no further than Pancho’s Backyard.

Three Amigos Cozumel

Three Amigos is a restaurant based on the 1986 American movie with the same name. It is a theme of the restaurant and makes for a fun experience! They offer traditional local Mexican food and flavors as well as typical American style options and even some Mexican-American twists. They have good food and drinks and the service is great!

Fat Tuesday

Fat Tuesday is the only typical “chain” restaurant in the Puerta Maya pier port area.

International Pier (SSA)

Bar Mandy

Local authentic Mexican cuisine and drinks to enjoy inside the International pier port area. They have great tacos options, chips and salsa or guacamole, quality margaritas and cold beer! They also have burritos, ceviche and more!

The three “chain” restaurants in the International pier port area

Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville

Senor Frogs

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

Outside Puerta Maya / International Piers

Mi Pueblito

Great local option just outside the port area. They have excellent authentic Mexican food, great customer service all for great prices! It is a short walk from the Puerta Maya and International pier port areas (it is actually between the piers). Well worth the walk and you will be treated like family! Amazing food made with fresh ingredients, great drinks and cold beer make for a fantastic meal. One of the best and highest rated truly local restaurants.

Al Chile

Al Chile is located between the Puerta Maya and International cruise port areas, just across the street. They have great food and a fun atmosphere. They are know for very large mixed drinks and “interesting” balloon hats! They are a short walk from the port with reasonable prices, cheap cold beer and great service.

San Juan Restaurant and Bar

San Juan Restaurant and Bar is directly across the street from the International Pier and a slight walk (North) from the Puerta Maya pier. They offer authentic Mexican dishes, great drinks with friendly staff and free Wi-Fi.

Ernesto’s

Ernesto’s is about two blocks north of the International Pier port area along the Malecon and has a beautiful location right on the water. They have authentic Mexican food, cheap beer and good mixed drinks all for reasonable prices. Wi-Fi is also complimentary here. They also have Jeep rentals here as well!

Paprika Mexican and Caribbean Kitchen

Paprika is a few blocks north of the International Pier along the Malecon. They offer authentic Mexican food and drinks all for an affordable price. The service is great and they offer a large food selection as well!

Punta Langosta Pier

Alberto’s Downtown

Closest restaurant to the Punta Langosta pier. The offer authentic Mexican cuisine and drinks. They are well know for their seafood especially the lobster, grouper and shrimp.

Colores Y Sabores

Colores Y Sabores is just two blocks north of the Punta Langosta pier (past Senor Frog’s). They have delicious authentic Mexican food with generous portion sizes. They are also able to adjust their menu to take into account special dietary needs (gluten free, vegan or vegetarian)



“Chain” restaurants available just outside the Punta Langosta pier

Senor Frogs

Hooters

Taco’s n Tequila