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Mazatlán’s Hidden Culinary Gems: Off-the-Beaten-Path Eateries

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Mazatlán’s Hidden Culinary Gems: Off-the-Beaten-Path Eateries

Jun 20, 2025

Mazatlán is renowned for its vibrant food scene, but beyond the popular tourist spots lies a world of hidden culinary treasures waiting to be discovered. In this guide, we’ll explore Mazatlán’s Hidden Culinary Gems, spotlighting ten off-the-beaten-path eateries that offer authentic flavors cherished by locals.

1. Mariscos Tono

  • Location: Centro
  • Must-Try Dish: Shrimp Aguachile
  • Why Go: A modest seafood stand known for its fresh, spicy aguachile that locals rave about.

2. Tacos Ramiro

  • Location: Ejército Mexicano
  • Must-Try Dish: Chorreada de asada
  • Why Go: Local taco stand with seating inside or on the street, just off Ejército Mexicano.

3. Tacos El Mono

  • Location: Colonia Juárez
  • Must-Try Dish: Tacos al Pastor
  • Why Go: A local favorite for late-night tacos with perfectly marinated pork and homemade salsas.

4. Lalo’s Birria

  • Location: Miguel Aleman – Centro
  • Must-Try Dish: Birria Tacos
  • Why Go: A cozy eatery offering traditional Mexican birria. A shredded beef taco stewed in savoury spices. These are day tacos, so open in the morings until about 3:00pm

5. Los Polines Seafood

  • Location: Centro
  • Must-Try Dish: Shrimp Burger
  • Why Go: It’s a small food stand with simple seating, serving fresh seafood dishes.

6. Con Medrano

  • Location: Centro (beside the Municipal building)
  • Must-Try Dish: Ice cream
  • Why Go: Small ice-cream stand that has been there for decades, making their own, hand churned ice cream.

7. La Fonda de Chalio

  • Location: Centro
  • Must-Try Dish: Birria Tacos
  • Why Go: A hidden gem serving rich, flavorful birria that’s a hit among locals.

8. Cenaduría Chayito

  • Location: Colonia Benito Juárez
  • Must-Try Dish: Pozole
  • Why Go: Known for its hearty pozole and traditional Mexican comfort food.

9. Taquería Playa Sur

  • Location: Playa Sur
  • Must-Try Dish: Quesadilla de asada
  • Why Go: Large taco stand in Playa Sur neighborhood. Very generous portions, great grilled meat!

10. Churros

  • Location: Centro – in front of Woolworth department store
  • Must-Try Dish: Churros
  • Why Go: Small street stand cooking-up fresh churros, tossed in sugar and cinnamon. These guys are usually out from around 5:00pm – 8:00pm.

🍽️ Experience Mazatlán’s Culinary Scene with Tomatl

For those eager to delve deeper into Mazatlán’s Hidden Culinary Gems, consider joining a food tour with Tomatl. They offer immersive experiences like the “Taco, Beer, and Mezcal Tour,” guiding you through local neighborhoods to sample authentic dishes and drinks. It’s an excellent way to discover eateries you might otherwise miss and to learn about the city’s rich culinary heritage.

🔗 Explore More with OCCAN Properties

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