Chantli Mare - Los Ingenios

Each year we are in Barra we make the trek out to Chantli Mare for lunch and a day at the beach as it is located on a beautiful stretch of a fantastic walking b... read more Each year we are in Barra we make the trek out to Chantli Mare for lunch and a day at the beach as it is located on a beautiful stretch of a fantastic walking beach. This trip I have to say was a bit disappointing. It was very busy and they didn 't have near enough staff on which resulted in sub-par food and drinks. The margaritas were very, very sour (I had to go up and get more jarabe and normally I like a tart margarita) and it was not well blended. The food that came out was ok . I ordered the english muffin dish (I can 't remember the name) which my friend (who goes to this restaurant several times a year) recommended. Both of us were very disappointed in the dish. It is comprised of an english muffin, ham, cheese and caramelized onions which really makes the dish. The muffin was dry with a slab of ham and pretty much raw onions. There were 6 of us there for lunch and we all felt the meals were ok but nothing exceptional. Given the pricier menu, it was a bit disappointing. Also note that they now add 15% to the bill as a gratuity which I have absolutely no problem with as that is what we would normally tip however, it is not standard practice to have it on the bill in Mexico so just be aware so you know how much you are tipping. For us, it just wasn 't worth the drive on this particular trip. Perhaps it can be chalked up to being busy and short staffed.

Try their Phad Thai bowl, delicious! (they call it something else on the menu, it is the only Asian style tariff) read more Try their Phad Thai bowl, delicious! (they call it something else on the menu, it is the only Asian style tariff)

This is an unexpected discovery. The real deal Italian cook chef chef chef chef chef in his garden restaurant. What a treat. He's one of the best chefs in the a... read more This is an unexpected discovery. The real deal Italian cook chef chef chef chef chef in his garden restaurant. What a treat. He's one of the best chefs in the area. The pasta even wonderful gluten-free pasta is a real treat. I appreciate his attention to detail.

Beachfront. About a 2 mile walk from La Manz or drive into Boca de Iguana. Great service, clean food and bathrooms! Larger menu at lunchtime. read more Beachfront. About a 2 mile walk from La Manz or drive into Boca de Iguana. Great service, clean food and bathrooms! Larger menu at lunchtime.

We have eaten lunch and dinner after walking on the beach to get to our RV at the park down the beach. The drinks are great and the food is delicious. The place... read more We have eaten lunch and dinner after walking on the beach to get to our RV at the park down the beach. The drinks are great and the food is delicious. The place will not break the bank also. Very friendly owner and staff. It’s a must stop if your in the area