9 top restaurants in Puerto Morelos, Mexico
Come along with me to find the best restaurants in Puerto Morelos, Mexico – a charming fishing village on the shores of the Caribbean Sea known for its pristine beaches, tranquil atmosphere, and rich food scene.
We spent a couple of memorable days in this unique seaside oasis hidden away from the usual crowds and used this opportunity to try different restaurants in Puerto Morelos from coffee shops, and bakeries to grill and seafood restaurants.
In this blog post, you will find all the top restaurants in Puerto Morelos with photos, descriptions, and exact locations where they can be found on Google Maps. Happy and tasty travels!
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1. Local Coffee + Shop – best coffee in Puerto Morelos!
Serving what we found to be the best coffee in Puerto Morelos, Local Coffee + Shop is a chik breakfast and brunch restaurant in Puerto Morelos. Although they are known for their yummy avocado toasts, you can get a wide variety of dishes here.
You can choose from generous portions of different toasts, yogurt bowls, burritos, sandwiches, and omelets as well as smoothies, pastries, and drinks. We enjoyed this place very much! One of my favorite breakfast restaurants in Puerto Morelos!
Location: Local Coffee + Shop
2. El Nicho – best breakfast in Puerto Morelos!
El Nicho was one of my favorite restaurants in Puerto Morelos and I am convinced that many people would say the same as it was packed with people when we arrived for breakfast. This place was buzzing!
El Nicho is a trendy breakfast and brunch spot in Puerto Morelos offering everything you might desire. They are known for their breakfast waffles and eggs benedict, as well as such Mexican breakfast dishes as huevos rancheros and chilaquiles.
I went with eggs benedict and they were great! I also loved the atmosphere and vibes of this place – the whole interior is painted with beautiful illustrations and has plants everywhere. I highly recommend trying this place!
Location: El Nicho
3. EL CHARRO – best Mexican food in Puerto Morelos!
El Charro is the heaven of grilled goodness! It is no doubt one of the best restaurants in Puerto Morelos if you are looking for delicious authentic Mexican food for lunch or dinner.
If there is one must-try restaurant in Puerto Morelos, then this is it!
Located in the town center, El Charro restaurant offers a variety of traditional dishes made with fresh, local ingredients, including must-try items like juicy fajitas, birria tacos ceviche, enchiladas, guacamole, burritos, and more.
Location: EL CHARRO
4. Blue Morelos – best seafood in Puerto Morelos!
Juicy fish tacos, ceviche, shrimp tostadas, grilled octopus, or tuna carnitas – Blue Morelos grill restaurant will not let you down when it comes to seafood dishes in Puerto Morelos. The hardest decision is to choose what to order here!
If there is one thing Blue Morelos is known for it has to be their tuna dishes. You can’t go wrong here by ordering tuna here – tuna tostadas, tuna carnitas, or maybe spicy tuna! And all that deliciousness for very reasonable prices. Try it out!
Location: Blue Morelos
5. Mangata
Mangata is a highly-rated breakfast and lunch restaurant in the heart of Puerto Morelos. We came for breakfast and had a great time here. They serve all kinds of sweet and salty breakfast options like French toast, sandwiches, eggs, waffles, and salads.
I opted for a Mediterranean breakfast and it was yummy. They also have many gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options too. If you are interested, there is an organic product shop right next to the restaurant.
Location: Mangata
6. Belleville Panadería – best bakery in Puerto Morelos!
Belleville Panadería is a charming bakery in Puerto Morelos known for its delicious French-inspired pastries and freshly baked bread. This wonderful bakery is a local favorite for its buttery croissants, flaky pain au chocolat, and artisan baguettes.
Belleville Panadería is one of the top breakfast restaurants in Puerto Morelos for those who have a sweet tooth and love to enjoy a simple cup of coffee with an artisan pastry or cake. But they offer savory breakfast from the menu as well!
Tip! There is another bakery in Puerto Morelos worth checking out just steps away from this one – Matilda’s Bakery. We loved their cinnamon roll and the coffee was great too!
Location: Belleville Panadería
7. The Port Hut / La Choza del Puerto
La Choza del Puerto is one of the best Mexican restaurants in Puerto Morelos and an excellent choice for lunch or dinner. They serve different Mexican dishes with good portion sizes. You will not leave this place hungry!
We tried chicken fajitas and burritos and were both very satisfied. Everything was good quality with traditional taste. Try their tacos, fajitas, burgers, seafood, burritos, or nachos – you won’t go wrong with either of these choices here!
Location: The Port Hut
8. Lola and Moya – food from grandma’s kitchen!
Lola and Moya cafeteria in Puerto Morelos is renowned for its cozy ambiance and hearty breakfast options. ‘It’s not a restaurant, It’s Grandma’s Kitchen!‘ – this is what they say about themselves.
This charming cafeteria has a large selection of drinks and a long list of Mexican and international breakfast options like crepes, bagels, eggs, chilaquiles, enchiladas, sandwiches, etc. You can check their menu online – there are a lot of options!
I had the best bagel in my life right here and also the largest mug of coffee I have ever had – I could not even finish all of it, haha! I also loved the beautiful artwork inside the restaurant. Such a cool atmosphere!
Location: Lola and Moya
9. The Burger Underground
Burger is my husband’s favorite food so we have to try it wherever we travel. You can get the best burgers in Puerto Morelos at The Burger Underground – a trendy eatery famed for its creative gourmet burgers and delicious fries.
Located in the heart of Puerto Morelos town this burger spot is a perfect option for burger enthusiasts and those times when you simply want a hearty comfort meal. This place does get busy but be patient – it is worth the wait!
Location: The Burger Underground
Happy exploring!
The charming fishing village of Puerto Morelos is a more tranquil alternative to its busier neighbors like Cancun and Playa del Carmen. We very much enjoyed the town through its pristine beaches, food, and vibrant culture.
Besides our multi-day stay in Puerto Morelos, we also spent a couple of months traveling around the Yucatán Peninsula, including the states of Yucatán and Quintana Roo, and exploring all the corners of this beautiful peninsula.
From white-sand beaches to dark underground cenotes, and ancient pyramids – there’s just so much to see! I hope you enjoy your time there as much as we did and I hope you get some travel inspiration from this blog post for your travels! Cheers!
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The experience i had with mi pueblo hokum was the worst i had in mexico, maybe you should reconsider keeping them in your blog.
ugh, that’s so unfortunate! 🙁 we had a lovely time there!