Diners' Choice: Great for creative cocktails restaurants in Ensenada

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Animalón

4.8

4.8 (896)

MXN500 and over

Global, International

Valle de Guadalupe

About the restaurant

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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ReneVIP

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

One of the best restaurant experiences I’ve ever had. Fantastic!

Primitivo

4.7

4.7 (448)

MXN500 and over

Farm-to-table

Valle de Guadalupe

About the restaurant

The Michelin Guide recommends Primitivo for its one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience that celebrates the bounty of local ingredients. Chef Carolina Jiménez has teamed up with local producers to create a menu that celebrates rustic cuisine with a touch of ingenuity and sophistication.

Kick off your evening with some fresh and succulent oysters – the perfect starter for what's in store. Next, you can choose your protein: fish or meat (duck in the autumn/winter season), both of the highest quality.

From there, you'll get to enjoy a series of dishes where each part of the main ingredient is used to the fullest. Be sure to leave room for dessert, too! Think almond tart with apples and sherry, or a soft chocolate cake with candied orange peel and smoked lavender ice cream. And don't forget to check out the seasonal cocktails and wine list!

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Art

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

Vast food, good service, would appreciate more drinks options, bathrooms need upgrade!!! Ceviche with nopal was amazing

Almatierra Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (250)

MXN500 and over

Mexican

Valle de Guadalupe

About the restaurant

Our gastronomic proposal endures the use of Mexican products, and local and seasonal ingredients from Valle de Guadalupe and the coast of Ensenada. The seasons of these products are what set the tone for the creation of new dishes.
The inspiration comes from Mexican culture and cuisine, adding creativity and openness to techniques and preparations from other cultures, resulting in a menu designed to be enjoyed by all.

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Angie

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

Excellent service, ambiance and great food! I would definitely recommend.

Elena

4.7

4.7 (263)

MXN500 and over

International

Valle de Guadalupe

About the restaurant

Elena is a gastronomic project under the concept of cuisine from the ground floor, in an environment
of comfort where diners can enjoy an extremely pleasant experience and
within a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
The restaurant offers a menu where our respect and appreciation for local ingredients is reflected, always using the freshest and best quality ingredients. The result is dishes created using a mix of influences from traditional and contemporary cuisines.
We ensure that the best accompaniment to our cuts of meat and seafood is, without a doubt, a good glass of wine. Our wine list is made up largely of wines from the Valle de Guadalupe, consistent with the idea of taking advantage of the region's product. Or if you fancy something more refreshing, we have a House Mixology menu from the most experimental and avant-garde to classic cocktails.

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Shantal

Dined on Nov 18, 2024

We loved Elena’s! The ambiance was great and the food amazing!!! My husband had a steak and mushroom and he said it was delicious, I had pasta in mushrooms and shrimp added.. the sauces were to die for. we finalized with a tres leches cake and some Carajillos. I had the mazapán and my husband had the Chocomenta carajillo both of them were amazing! I definitely would recommend this place. Our server was very educated on all the meals and he explained how everything was made.

La Justina Valle

4.6

4.6 (67)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Valle de Guadalupe

About the restaurant

La Justina Valle abre
sus puertas el 27 de Julio del 2020, para abonar a este paraíso
gastronómico con su cocina y mixología 100% de la Baja.

la Justina se afianza en la Ruta del Vino, ofreciendo un espacio para
disfrutar de lo mejor del estado en un ambiente relajado, de decoración
impecable, donde cada esquina es una experiencia que obliga a vivirla y
capturarla en imagen.

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Blanca

Dined on Nov 3, 2024

The food and service was excellent! Loved how attentive service was. They even offered blankets and a heater to keep us warm. Would Come again and recommend folks to go!

Oja

4.5

4.5 (172)

MXN500 and over

Regional Mexican (Baja Med)

Valle de Guadalupe

About the restaurant

OJÁ
El Valle de Guadalupe se distingue por la producción de sus buenos vinos, sus fantásticos paisajes, su gente y, sobre todo, por su excelente cocina que atrae la mirada de personas de todo el mundo, por ello para sumarse a esto llega al valle una nueva propuesta gastronómica única en su tipo: restaurante Ojá.
Ojá es nuevo concepto de restaurante, permitiéndote llegar y pasar el día disfrutando de su deliciosa gastronomía mexicana con toque francés y mediterráneo, así como su excelente mixología que harán de esta experiencia algo único, todo bajo la magia natural del Valle.
Cada platillo con excelente calidad y sabor a la mesa de Ojá.

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Gustavo

Dined on Dec 1, 2024

Oja is a rustic and modern restaurant with lots of art to take pictures. The music, food and experience were great and I would highly recommend going!

Bloodlust Winebar

4.5

4.5 (104)

MXN310 to MXN500

Wine Bar

Valle de Guadalupe

About the restaurant

IF YOU CAN'T FIND A SPACE, CONTACT US BY WA +526462374415
A place to enjoy wine, food and music. The architecture embodies the visions of psychedelic and surrealist illustrator Jaime Zuverza, their images were externalized via a vernacular and organic technique called ferrocement. Our bar integrates more than 60 labels of wine from Baja, wine by the glass, cocktails, crafted drinks and café.
Our unpretentiously, unostentatious but luscious kitchen celebrates local produce and farmers. We cook accordingly to seasons therefore we are moved by the nostalgia our traditional Baja food was once before the boom.

RESERVATION POLICIES
RSV+8 or more MUST send an email to reservaciones@bloodlust.wine or whatsapp us, no calls (+526462374415)
Only 10 minutes of tolerance
Keep in mind we also have events and reservations are no exception to a cover charge. More information at our instagram page @bloodlust.winebar

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JessicaVIP

Dined on Oct 19, 2024

What a cute and special restaurant. We loved our experience here and are definitely going back. The food and drinks were DELICIOUS!

I Petra

4.4

4.4 (123)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Ensenada

About the restaurant

We are the best option to spend your time in Valle de Guadalupe, with a great avant-grade Mexican food, amazing house’s drinks, handcrafted beers, and regionals wines. We have our gorgeus roof top betwen the rocks where you will have the best restaurant’s view. If you come once, you will be falling in love with us. We are waiting for you.

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Luis

Dined on Nov 2, 2024

Great over all, highly recommend!!! My favorite was the short rib, but sampled several of the plates on the table and was impressed by all.

Fuego Cocina del Valle

4.4

4.4 (183)

MXN310 to MXN500

Regional Mexican (Baja Med)

Valle de Guadalupe

About the restaurant

Fuego Cocina del Valle es un restaurante campestre ubicado en un espacio privilegiado Del Valle de Guadalupe, donde podrás encontrar lo mejor que ofrece esta tierra, cocinamos todo basado en lo que nos ofrecen los productores locales y la temporada, siempre en busca del mejor ingrediente, con un estilo de relajado, entre sabores específicos de nuestra Baja California.

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JesusVIP

Dined on Oct 6, 2024

Good options in wine selection. Food offerings are amazing. Live music in a Saturday night and TV for sporting events. Great ambiance.

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