Baja California, Mexico

Gastronomía premiada. A lifetime journey begins in Baja California! Awaken your senses with a one-of-a-kind experience that showcases exceptional gastronomy, celebrated for its revolutionary approach and innovative flavors.

Baja California is home to over 30 restaurants featured in the 2024 Michelin Guide, with 3 of these earning the prestigious Michelin Star: Animalón, Damiana, and Conchas de Piedra. Meanwhile, others like Lunario, Deckman 's en el Mogor and, once again, Conchas de Piedra have been awarded the Michelin Green Star, which honors sustainability. Additionally, Amores restaurant in Tecate received the “Best Service Award,” and the Best Sommelier award went to Lauren Plascencia from Animalón.

The Michelin Guide also recognizes restaurants that not only offer incredible dishes, but do so at an affordable price. Some of the restaurants awarded with the “Bib Gourmand” include “La Cocina de Doña Esthela”, a rustic spot that serves a delicious variety of heartwarming breakfasts in a cozy space, where the service is welcoming and friendly, and every bite is a surprising gift of flavors. Another is “Sabina,” where you’ll find seafood prepared with the recipes of the renowned cook Sabina Bandera, who has captivated tourists from around the world with the irresistible flavor of her seafood tostadas.

These remarkable restaurants, paying tribute to Baja California’s ingredients and rich territory in places like Tijuana, Ensenada, and Tecate, have crafted unique culinary experiences. Some, located in Valle de Guadalupe, feature their own gardens and access to top-quality products thanks to their proximity to fishing grounds, while those in Tijuana showcase their culinary creativity with iconic and legendary dishes like the Caesar Salad at Caesars Restaurant, boasting 100 years of deliciousness, and tacos such as asada and adobada, or “al pastor,” at the renowned “Tacos el Franc” taco shop.

Restaurants like Oryx and Misión 19 have built a singular fine dining experience with signature dishes, while “La Carmelita” serves delicious Mexican cuisine in a beautiful outdoor area, featuring everything from tamales to chicharrón, with nixtamal as a fundamental part of their menu.

Ensenada’s gastronomic offering ranges from delicious seafood served in colorful food carts that make the most of Baja’s finest products. “La Guerrerense” is one of the most visited carts, renowned worldwide for the quality and flavor of every fish taco, tostada, aguachile, and delicious ceviche. You can also visit cozy, charming restaurants like Madre and La Conchería near some of the city’s best spots.

In Valle de Guadalupe, cuisine meets wine to offer the best pairing experiences, featuring ingredients like seafood, prime cuts of meat, and traditional Mexican recipes crafted by renowned chefs. These chefs blend traditional techniques with modern influences, creating a fusion that has captivated the world.

A little further south, in San Quintín, you’ll find the most important oyster farms in the country. The richness of its climate and land makes their product one of the freshest and highest quality. You can visit San Quintín and explore the oyster farms to taste the bounty straight from the sea. They prepare it with salt, lemon, and a bit of sauce to bring out the best of its flavor. It’s a truly unique gastronomic experience!

From the freshest seafood caught daily along our Pacific coast to award-winning wines from Valle de Guadalupe, Baja offers a culinary adventure like no other. In Baja California, every ingredient invites you to taste the beautiful side of life!