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A few steps away! // A unos cuantos pasos! - Animalón, Ensenada, BCN
Award-winning

Animalón

4.9
4.9
916 Reviews
MXN500 and over
Global, International

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
A SEASONAL FINE-DINING RESTAURANT UNDER AN +100 YR OLD OAK TREE IN BAJA'S WINE COUNTRY, VALLE DE GUADALUPE. MEET CHEF OSCAR TORRES- Having worked under Michelin star chefs, chef Oscar a Los Angeles native, practices a globally influenced cuisine featuring plates inspired by the Mediterranean, 'Franco-Afrique,' India and Southeast Asia constantly changing and evolving to showcase the abundance of produce sourced from nearby farmers and markets. LOCATION VALLE DE GUADALUPE Tucked about 15 minutes inland from the port city of Ensenada in Baja California, Valle de Guadalupe is Mexico's emerging wine growing region. With about 100+ wineries producing world class vintages, the "Valle" (as locals like to call it), the region has been on the radar of every food traveler. Cheese makers, olive oil producers, animal raising farms, produce farms, winemakers, craft breweries, the prestigious seafood bounty of Baja waters, there is no wonder Baja is a chef's dream come t

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    664 375 2658
  • Website
    https://www.animalonbaja.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Menu

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What 916 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Baja California

    Best Overall

  • Baja California

    Best Food

  • Baja California

    Best Service

  • Baja California

    Best Ambiance

  • Baja California

    Best Value

  • Baja California

    Innovative

  • Baja California

    Romantic

  • Ensenada

    Best Overall

  • Ensenada

    Best Food

  • Ensenada

    Best Service

  • Ensenada

    Best Ambiance

  • Ensenada

    Best Value

  • Ensenada

    Innovative

  • Ensenada

    Great for fine wines

  • Ensenada

    Romantic

  • Ensenada

    Good for special occasions

  • Ensenada

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Animalón offers an extraordinary dining experience under a majestic oak tree, with creative and delicious dishes complemented by "exceptional service." Praised for its "incredible tasting menu," the restaurant captivates with its innovative culinary creations and stunning ambiance. This Valle de Guadalupe gem consistently delights guests, making it a must-visit destination.
916 Reviews

  1. Luis

    Mexico City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Una experiencia que vale muchísimo la pena vivir !

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  2. Fernanda

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was outstanding, the food is to die for, service is exceptional.

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  3. Jeremy VIP

    San Diego67 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Animalon is not only the best restaurant in Valle is one of the better restaurants I have ever eaten at including 3 star Michelin restaurants around the world. The food is creative and delicious and the service is exceptional. The cocktails are fantastic too

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  4. Maria VIP

    Toronto9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Desde la entrada, cada paso del menú, la atención de los meseros, los vinos, el chef TODO TODO muestra por qué ganaron su estrella!!!

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  5. DANIELM

    Mexico City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Todo de primera, la comida excelente, los vinos inigualables pero sobre todo la atención de todos los colaboradores increíble.

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  6. Humberto

    Monterrey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Toda una experiencia gastronómica, definitivamente vale la pena.

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  7. Adriana VIP

    Mexico City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Espectacular cada platillo, el maridaje estuvo excelente… sin duda uno de los mejores restaurantes en Valle y en todo Mexico

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  8. Rodolfo VIP

    San Diego23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best tasting menus you can experience in Valle, 100% recommend! Each dish was beautiful and delicious. The drinks were also outstanding as well as the service.

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  9. AnilD VIP

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, phenomenal food and the dessert was so unique.

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  10. Alfonso VIP

    Mexico City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very nice food, amazing service. The place was not outstanding and surely it's better in the original location but it is good enough to have a great time. A little bit foggy cause the cuisine is open. We will be back to try the original place under the tree.

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FAQs

Animalón is rated 4.9 stars by 916 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Animalón

Km 93.5 Carretera Federal 3 , San Antonio de las Minas, Ensenada, BCN 22761

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
  • Neighborhood
    Valle de Guadalupe
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    MXN500 and over
  • Cuisines
    Global, International, Regional Mexican (Baja Med), Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wine
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