El Cafecito

4.5 ( 10948 reviews )
Checking... 06:00 AM - 10:30 PM See Hours
$100–200
Av. Del Morro S/N, Playa Zicatela, 71988 Puerto Escondido, Oax., Mexico
+52 954 119 3739
El Cafecito, nestled in the vibrant Playa Zicatela of Puerto Escondido, offers a delightful culinary experience that captivates both locals and travelers. Renowned for its inviting ambiance, this restaurant features a menu brimming with Mexican classics and international flavors. Patrons rave about the chilaquiles, often deemed the best they’ve ever had, especially when customized with extra spice and topped with steak. The enchiladas and tacos are also crowd-pleasers, showcasing rich flavors and generous portions that leave customers yearning for more.
Guests like Ana and Mihaela highlight the friendly staff and the lively energy that fills the air, creating an atmosphere that feels like home. Emmanuel captures the essence of the restaurant's spirit, noting the joyful interactions among the staff. Wendy emphasizes the variety present on the menu, which accommodates all tastes, from traditional Mexican dishes like chiles rellenos to international options such as pasta carbonara.
With fair pricing and easy accessibility, El Cafecito stands out as a must-visit destination in Puerto Escondido. Whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this charming eatery guarantees a memorable meal that resonates long after you’ve left its doorstep.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Outdoor seating
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Great beer selection
    • Great cocktails
    • Great coffee
    • Great dessert
    • Great tea selection
  • Popular for
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Vegan options
    • Vegetarian options
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Breakfast
    • Brunch
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Seating
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Quiet
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
    • University students
  • Planning
    • Brunch reservations recommended
    • Lunch reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For El Cafecito

Ana Filipa Caetano
Jun 20,2025
This place is adorable !! The food is delicious and very tasty, the staff is very friendly and kind! The plates are “ enchiladas, tacos, and hamburguesa” Although i recommend that u guys go earlier (way before breakfast, lunch and dinner ) its always people there because its very popular !
Sam
Jun 17,2025
Has one of the best chilaquiles I have ever had to date. I asked them to make it extra spicy which they did. Be sure to add the steak on it. Honestly I’d take a trip back here just for the chilaquiles lol. Also the prices are very fair.
Emmanuel Garcia
May 20,2025
Food here was absolutely amazing and the wait time was completely worth it. Service was fast and filled with a great energy environment. We were able to see the staff joking around and dancing having a great time. The food speaks for itself self as the flavors are stunning. They accept bank cards here which was a great plus. Parking was plentiful and easy to find. Definitely found a go to spot
Mihaela Stoimenov
May 17,2025
Best place in town!!!!! The service was impeccable, food quality is amazing and the portions are gigantic! A must if you’re ever in Puerto Escondido! Still dreaming about that exquisite food!
Wendy Gutierrez Kitchen & Crafts
May 11,2025
The food is very good, the menu has a variety of Mexican dishes, couple of international dishes and few see food dishes. We ordered “chiles rellenos con queso”, “Pollo Almendrado” , “Camarones empanizados” & “Pasta Carbonara “ Outside of the restaurant you can find Elena, she is under an umbrella selling beautiful hadcrafts .
Katrina Parks
Apr 17,2025
The food was good and fairly priced! They brought it out quickly during a relatively busy time, but it did take a while to get the bill.
RR
Apr 1,2025
We came here for breakfast and absolutely loved it! The food was delicious and very reasonably priced. They offer a great selection of local Mexican dishes, all prepared authentically and full of flavor. A perfect spot to start the day – highly recommended!
Adam Jacques
Mar 29,2025
There is a reason this has 10k reviews and nearly 5 stars. It's a great restaurant. The atmosphere is top-notch. The service was super fast and friendly, and the restaurant is clean. Now the only issue I have, which isn't an issue, is that it's very popular, so if you're considering going, I'd show up before it opens; otherwise, the lines are long. But they get people in and out quickly. Keep up the great service.

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