CarbónCabrón

Stunning restaurant with great service but above all the food is divine! We took the chef’s menu e with wine pairing and everything was absolutely delicious. Not only every dish was plated beautifully but also surprising and very tasty. The chef definitely knows its thing to the last detail It’s a little pricey but worth every cent. Thank you for the wonderful experience

Just wow! Service food and ambience were really top notch. The star of the show for me was the short rib but everything came together to what can truly be put down as an experience to remember. This is a must do when in Cabo for sure!

We were really impressed with this place- we ordered the chefs tasting menu and we were very surprised at how good the food is here - we really enjoyed the ribeye and the street corn and the zucchini as well as the black onion

**edited rating** I changed to a four, for the only reason being that we booked another dinner a few nights later with friends who ended up getting sick so we had to cancel. Was not on a busy weekend. And they charged us $30 a head. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted and given top notch service. Manuel served us, and left no detail out From the cocktails, to the appetizers, main course and dessert and apartif. Everything was exceptional. The charcoal onions are a must!! Best place we’ve eaten on our trip and been here two weeks

This was our second visit and it keeps impressing us. I would say it’s always a top meal and experience on our trip. I highly recommend you get dressed up and indulge in their creative menu. Located away from the beach and downtown Cabo so you need a car or taxi. Note the parking lot is not free but they will validate your ticket. After reading the reviews I want to add the service has been first class and never waited for a table or long for any attention. I usually book for a Sunday night dinner.

This was by far the best meal we enjoyed in Cabo. The service, ambiance and food were fantastic. My wife, a vegan, and I, a meat eater both found the options and quality to be outstanding.

Suffice to say, the food, ambiance and service at Carbon Cabron cannot be beat. The attention to detail, its presentation and the incredible flavors of everything they serve are an unbelievable experience that clearly is a cut above any other restaurant I have ever tried!

Outstanding restaurant. Really incredible find by total coincidence. To begin with, the design is very cool and the service outstanding. Friendly and knowledgeable. We started the dinner with amazing cocktails: rosemary smoke Negroni and cinnamon smoke Old Fashioned, both excellent. The food also was incredibly good, and came with phenomenal presentation. From the asparagus starter over the charcoal grilled shrimp to the chocolate desert with caramelized chili, everything was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this place, if you are in the area.

Phenomenal Dining Experience! The ambiance was stunning! We had a table up front & center and truly enjoyed this 5 dining experience. The presentation of each plate was superb! We went with the chefs choice and were beyond impressed! I will admit it's pricey but if you're looking to be blown away by melt in your mouth food you've found the spot!

Upon entering the restaurant you realize the experience has been curated to provide an esthetic for all the senses. You'll dine amidst stacks of firewood which have been charred on the ends for effect. The kitchen spans the length of the restaurant. The wait staff works together to provide excellent service. Manuel was knowledgeable and charming. The food was an experience. We had read about the tempura onion petals and they didn't disappoint. All the veggies were fire roasted adding a charred note to all. What surprised us was that in spite of the very hot grills loaded with food, all our veggies arrived at less than room temperature. Not sure if this is customary, we would have preferred our 3 vegetables served hot. The sirloin was a huge portion, enough for us to share and have some leftover. Also the meat had been rested to the point of cooling but was hotter than the veggies. Everything was seasoned perfectly. Strangely no starches/bread service. One potato wedge provided w steak. We enjoyed everything but would have enjoyed it more had all the food been served hot.

It was an experience we loved everything . Quicker on the water pour would of been my only suggestion other than than that wow wow wow

I like to call this my favorite secret in Cabo. This is a must go every time we go to Cabo, and sometimes the excuse we use to fly in.. I almost don't want to write a review to keep it a little more off the yelp grid... but it's too good not to share. The restaurant itself, visually is one of the most exquisite places. It is dark, moody and woodsy. It has this aura as you walk in where you automatically know you're about to have an interesting and memorable meal. From first bite you will be dreaming of Carbón Carbrón forever. Every time I refer people to go here during their Cabo stay, I say two words: The onions. How can one make onions so delightful? I kid you not, these are the best things you will every try. We love to do chefs menu when we come so they bring us all of the chef's favorites from wood-fired vegetables, seafood, and meat. The cocktails themselves are also extraordinary. I am not going to go into the knitty-gritty of it all because outside of the fact that their menus are seasonal, I want you to give everything a try for yourself. Just trust me when I say the cocktails and dishes are not just presented beautifully, each sip and each bite will leave you extremely happy. A true culinary art piece. Service is also FANTASTIC. I know I say this frequently but, for real, you will thank me later.

Cuisine: 8 Service: 8 Decor: 9 Value: 6 Overall: 8 Dark, moody, classy, would be some words to describe this assuming restaurant from the outside. We walked by one day and the host walked out to invite us inside for a tour. With the blackout windows, you really can't see how nice it is inside. The restaurant is broken up into sections with racks and racks of mesquite wood, which the chef use to cook practically everything. That aspect alone attracted us to come back on a different night and dine here. The hostess recognized us and greeted us warmly, as well as checked on us a few times during the meal. Our server was pretty decent, but at times a little absent. As for food, we order the Leek to start, which came with such a cool presentation. A completely black charred stalk of leek was split open in the middle and used like a vessel for the chocolate clam gnocchi, along with bright orange color of salmon eggs and flying fish roe. Then the server cuts open to reveal the beautiful layers of leeks and pours a clam chowder into it as sauce. Creamy leek is a time tested formula. The chef found a new way to make it exciting. The taste was thankfully an equal match to the visuals. The other appetizer we ordered was the Vegetal Charcoal, which honestly looked like wood charcoal briquettes. Once you cut open into the super crispy exterior, you will find a melty petal of onion and an oozing creamy habanero sauce. Like many reviewers have said, maybe the best onion ring I have ever had. It's certainly the most interesting looking. Our entrees were a little less impressive tbh. Still excellent, but I was hoping for more creativity, though it was probably too much to ask for. With that said, the Sweetbreads and Beef Tongue were both very tender. I would have liked more flavor on the Sweetbread and less sauce on the Beef Tongue. I'm nitpicking here because the appetizers were so unbelievably awesome. Sadly, we were not too hungry that night. Otherwise, I would have ordered the highly praised Beef Short Rib or possibly the T-Rex. Guess I'll have to come back to try. Btw, prices are a bit high, but acceptable if you're a tourist. Probably won't stop me either.

This has to be one of the most visually interesting restaurants I've been to. The moment you stepped in you can smell the mesquite like you're in a wood cabin!The open kitchen in the back has all the grilling actions with all kinds of charred ingredients around Every single dish was served on a black plate and all of them have been kissed by fire in different forms. My favorites were the charred tempura onion that looked burnt but super creamy on the inside and the bone in short rib that is crispy on the outside and melt in your mouth tender on the inside Aside from the delicious food, all the drinks and desserts we tried were so good and so unique! The pictures definitely don't do it justice and I would recommend everyone to make a stop here if you're in Cabo

The very best service. Food was excellent! A memorable start to our Baja vacation - we will be back!

This place is incredible! So much more than "just dinner", dining here is a true experience. The ambience, the food, the service....ALL impeccable. My suggestion is to sit near the kitchen, it's like watching a show as these incredible chefs prepare all of the dishes. Definitely try the charred onion...even if you don't like onions... it has the most unique and delicious flavor. Everything was just so very good, we will be back every time we are in Cabo!!

Amazing dining experience from start to finish. My wife and I were looking for something different while vacationing in Cabo and we weren't let down. The Wagu steak has ruined me.

The presentation and the food is so interesting and delicious. Their drinks are a also very good and this is similar to Michelin star my I've been to for a far cheaper price tag. Would recommend going with your family and friends.

Excellent service!! The meat and fish along with the drinks were splendid. The firewood wall's definitely gave a very different experience!

The ambience is dark and moody with industrial techno playing in the background. The dining room is cool and breezy despite the wood and charcoal burning grills in the open kitchen The service is friendly and attentive The food is artistically presented, well balanced and delicious. Amazing experience. Would definitely come back again the next time we are in town!

This was the highlight of our trip!! Our friends had been there a few years ago and raved about it. So while we all vacationed together, I suggested her to take us on her Birthday/Anniversary!! It was an understatement how she described it! Well appointed decor, the presentations with our old fashions, to the Vegetables being served first, (which makes you appreciate them), to the very BEST STEAK I've had in years! Make sure you have the Leeks!! I wish our town had this much clout!! Thank you everyone that works there! Bravo

Superbb food , service, and atmosphere. The chef's choice gave us a taste of the best picks of the day. And the desert blew our socks off. We will be back.

This place was delicious. It's an adventure in culinary art. We had the Beets, The Leeks and the Ribeye. All were incredible but my favorite was The Leeks, cooked on the coals, with Chowder, Chocolata Clam Gnocchi, Ikura. It's incredible.

The food is interesting and had great flavor cooked with mesquite. The drinks were not good. We ordered a steak because they were out of the baby back ribs that were highly reviewed even though it was not busy. I ordered my steak Medium rare as always and it came out really rare. The ambiance is romantic and service was great, but the main reason for the 3 stars was the price. $257 for 2 shared appetizers, one steak we shared, and 2 drinks we didn't finish. This was our most expensive meal this trip and far from the best...

A must stop when in Cabo. The food is so delicious. 4 of us order 3 vegetables and 3 main courses . Perfect amount of food.

Se los recomiendo .es uno de los mejores restaurantes que puedes visitar en Los Cabos.el servicio es buenísimo y tiene unos platos exquisitos.

Smell of a wood cabin with all that mesquite wood and wood fire pit. Short rib $70 was great but I wonder where the beer infused flavors is... charred outside and perfect medium inside. Truly awesome but I've had a lot of awesome short rib braised that's equally as good. Not sure if it's worth the gringo prices they charge.

I will echo another post, why doesn't this place have Michelin star?? I have eaten in stared restaurants that were no where close as good as Carbon Cabron. From the outside, nothing special, but once inside the unusual decor or stacked firewood tells you clearly this is all about the grill. The menu is a bit confusing to some which probably keeps people away - the vegetables are meant to be starters, we had the corn (i could make this an entree because it was so wonderful) asparagus (excellent and i highly recommend) and the beets (ok, it was the worst dish we had and it was still pretty good). But before the entrees, the cocktails - an old fashioned smoked with cinnamon wood - incredible, the Negroni was very good and the wines by the glass were better than expected. Now the entrees - the short rib - how do they do it, crispy skin with a sweet caramelized flavor with a melt in you mouth meat that had such wonderful flavors. The catch of the day was prepared perfectly and the shrimps were huge and flavored so well. For desert the house made S'mores prepared table side, very good and very unusual. Highly recommend this place when in Cabo

It was very unique experience! Food was innovative & delicious!!! Ambience was the best in the area.

One of the best meals I have had in years (coming from a foodie). The amuse bush was a perfect starter- dehydrated carrot with Greek yogurt. The "onion rings" were the best onion rings ever! Hands down, you have not tried a better onion ring. The habanero aioli and black recado is forgettable. The rib eye was delicious, especially with the au jus. The baby back ribs were the most tender and perfectly balance ribs I have ever had. The desserts were incredible- my favorite was a red pepper dish that was out-of-this world. The wine selection appeared ever-lasting. You will not regret coming here. It will soon become the restaurant where you will be unable to get a table at.

Excellent flavors, fresh food that tantalizers the taste buds. It has a unique interior with stacked wood and a goth like feel, almost medieval. The service and presentation was excellent with detailed explanation of each dish. It for sure is a place you want to try while in the Cabo area. Please remember it's not your meat and two veg place but rather a dining experience different from most others.

This restaurant should have one Michelin stars if not two, food preparation and presentation was wonderful. Quality and taste extremely high on my list of perfection. The staff were perfect in all area. This is post COVID and all sanitation and precautions were followed

Innovative, delicious, and inspired. Fabulous food and amazing service. The short rib and the red pepper dessert were the best, but everything else was amazing. Absolutely recommend a dinner here.

The moment you walk in you know this is going to be a great experience. The food was amazing!

Amazing amazing restaurant in Cabo...one of the most unique dining experiences of my life. From the unique decor (firewood and everything in black) to the farm to table food, it's a must do. We had the corn as a starter -- delicious -- and then the short rib. It was as good as everyone's review said it was...mouth watering! Then had the amazing chocolate plant for dessert. Honestly the favors are to die for!

First experience dinning here during vacation. It was a memorable palette of flavors and the overall experience was very engaging and fun! I highly recommend.

This restaurant is super unique and an amazing experience. The food is absolutely delicious with amazing service and I would tell anyone visiting San Jose to go here or their sister restaurant upstairs, Nao.

This place was so good .... if you know me you know her and if you know her ... she only eats steak.. Where do we find a delicious steak house in Mexico... Carbon Carbon (sorry nor patient enough to find the little accented Os ó- oh there they are.. well not patient enough to no back and fix it now.... Great steak!! PERIOD great atmosphere (friendly folks that also spoke English (thanks you)) They had this beet juice drink... ummm... I could've drank five but I had to drive ... plus they weren't cheap.. But this is a birthday celebration Okay so if you come here - you're gonna spend some $$$ and even after conversion it was a pretty penny... sorry some pretty pesos But... if I'm ever in this area and celebrating I'm going back I'm glad to see more and more places dropping that snobby uppity attitude and treating everyone with dignity and respect Funny thing is now a days you don't really know who's who and who has what - that guy in the khaki shorts and Birkenstock's might just be clearing $200k a year - and if you're rally unlucky he's some food blogger that you just ... Sorry TANGENT anyways these guys were awesome Never felt belittled Never felt out off place

So we're sitting by the pool yesterday afternoon and we overheard the guests sitting next to us discussing where they were going to dinner which sounded really good to us so we made reservations at Carbon Cabron! The location was easy to get to, the ambiance was was very different than anything we ever experienced but totally awesome! The staff was totally enthusiastic, entertaining, & engaging from the greeting we received from a delightful Michelle at the front door, to our waiter Luis. Luis did an incredible job of making our experience a memorable night. Luis walked us through the unique libations which we enjoyed tremendously & talked us into try a variety of main menu and desserts dishes which didn't disappoint! If you're in the Cabo area, my party of four would suggest you make Carbon Cabron, a priority! The appetizers, main dishes, desserts & unique libations drinks are delicious & filling & the staff is professional, engaging & really fun to be around.

If you're looking for a place to celebration something special, DO NOT COME HERE! Absolutely horrendous service and overpriced food. We went there for a celebration thinking it would be a special place, but boy were we wrong! Our server literally asked us 6 times if we were ready for the check before he finally presented it to us. We sat there for at least 20 minutes while waiting for our check. Worst part of the whole night was that I put in the notes that it was for a special occasion when I booked on OpenTable. When I had to step out to take a quick call, my husband even reminded and asked them to do something special, to which they said, don't worry, we will take care of it. And guess what? THEY DID ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. For a city that's all about celebration, this was a huge disappointment! For as often as we come to Cabo, we will never visit this place again and will never recommend it to any of our friends.

when in cabo this is a must. The vegetable dishes were outstanding- the vegetal charcoal was unbelievably delicious- don't over think the food here just order and enjoy. The corn appetizer was delicious. The shrimp was good but too much work to peel it off the shell. we weren't that hungry or we would have had the rib eye. A very unique and beautiful experience.

An employee at The Westin Hotel told us about this restaurant and I'm so glad we went there. The food, service and atmosphere was amazing. The corn was the best we ever had, so yummy! Everything was great & the desserts were so good too. If you're are visiting Cabo I would highly recommend it!

A few days later and we're back! Unfortunately, to our dismay Short rib takes approximately 3 to 4 days to marinate and cook before ready to serve. This bewildered us as we came initially on a Monday evening and had glorious short ribs, returned on Thursday night expecting the same short rib experience however were sadly put into place once we learned that the short rib is not available every night. So word to the wise, call before you come to ensure short rib is available because it is off the chain. We opted for the New York strip steak instead, it was good but not as juicy and tender as the short rib. Veggies were spectacular as normal. Add any rocksalt to veggies and they turn out amazing. The charcoal onions were fun to eat, it looks less appealing in the picture but in person it was interesting and appetizing. The charcoal margarita is a must!

Worth a direct flight just for dinner. Yes it was that good. I am not a fan of vegetables but this place made them better than I could have imagined. The corn was the best I ever had, only to be topped off by the pork belly and shrimp, which was out done by the steak. The service was impeccable. Sergio made an amazing experience even better. I am serious, if you took a flight here just for dinner, this is the place to go.

An absolute dining experience. The aroma of charred wood permeates throughout. The level of service provided is second to none. The staff is courteous, professional and very friendly. The timing for presentation of each course was exact. The plating of the fare was unbelievable, with attention to detail. The flavors were complex and not overwhelming on the palate. Having experienced several fine dining establishments throughout Cabo, Carbón Cabrón is in the top. If you're looking for an amazing evening of exceptional fare, unmatched service and phenomenal ambiance, Carbón Cabrón is the place to be! Photos by reviewer.

Don't hold back! Elegantly served rustic style steaks and seafood. Every dish was plated carefully and it was an adventure for the palate. The ambiance is eclectic and decorated in woodpiles so cool. (My husband loves chopping wood). If you don't eat meat the vegetable dishes are delish.

We love this place! Incredible food, incredible cocktails and great wine. Such a cool atmosphere inside with a view of the wood fired kitchen while you dine.

This restaurant is amazing. First.. I love that the menu has a small about of items. It means they focus on their specialty! The onion rings.. you have to try them! The habenero aioli insane was a delicious surprise! Don't be turned off by the dark color... it's all flavor. The s'mores are great too... lit table side. Delish!

This is an absolute must. Please make your reservations and go, it is such a beautiful experience! The food, the staff, the presentation of the food is beyond amazing! You'll leave wanting to go back again and again. We were a group of 7 (at first 3 of us but friends wanted to join in and the restaurant was so kind and accommodating) Their chefs and mixologists create with such care the food and drinks they bring to your table, you really will love every sip and every bite! Save room for dessert, its also a world apart from what you can imagine.

My girlfriend and I had an amazing time at Cabron. The setting was beautiful and you could tell they paid close attention to every little detail. The decor, the service, the plating, the shear experience. We had the pleasure of being served by Ivan. He was so pleasant and made us feel so welcome. The chef came from behind the open kitchen area to make sure we enjoyed our courses. The food was incredible! From the simple surprise palate cleanser of cucumber and tzatziki. The asparagus salad was amazing. The melon salad was wonderful. The skirt steak was sooooo tender we were both surprised. Every bite was packed with fresh flavors we had not experienced before. I, myself went for the t-Rex which was a thick cut ribeye which was grilled to perfection and the flavor was throughout the entire cut of meat. Ivan came to make sure my steak was still warm and offered to blow torch it real quick to get if fresh again. Obviously I let him torch the thing. The main meal was amazing and we were absolutely full but Ivan still managed to talk us into the creme brûlée. And we KILLED IT! We happened to find it on yelp based on distance from our hotel. It was not crowded but we arrived a bit later than we assume is the normal rush. We hope many more stumble upon Cabron because it will not disappoint!

Hot like fire. Literally. #carboncabronmx has a burnt wood/coal theme. Everything is blackened including the Margaritas. Which btw are the bomb. The food is divine - burnt corn, beets w aquachile, roasted mini squash - all spectacular - the Lechon and roasted pork were noteworthy, but the short rib and bone marrow are unforgettable. #florafarms still has the best pork chops- ever. But Carbon might be the best meal I've had in #cabo. This foodie has eaten everywhere - so this is serious biz. The vibe is cool. The service is swift. No kids meals here as it's more of a grown up spot. Have a drink at the foodie food court Merkado next door (super cool). This place rocks - and will sure be the next hot spot in Cabo. I only give five stars after my second visit so Mucias Gracias Carbon- you are at the top of my list right now - I'll definitely be back!

Best meal I had in Cabo so far. Wonderful atmosphere and service. Easy to find. Food was excellent and the staffs recommendations were spot on. I would definitely recommend to all my friends and its now on my list of must have when in Cabo.

I wanted to love this place with their very unique ambiance. The menu is very limited but gets more limited when they don't even have everything available. The only steaks offered at this establishment are NY steak or Ribeye - Take note of the OR as I was told NY steak was not available the evening I was there so had to go with ribeye. If you like very fatty meat with not much lean beef then you will be fine. If you order vegetables to go with your meal be prepared to get them ahead of your meal they serve them as a separate course. Ny the time the meat arrived the vegetables are cold. Nothing tasted that good and it was ridiculously expensive. If I'm paying out big $ I want an amazing meal. Unfortunately it was not memorable.

Wow what a fabulous experience!!! Went with a group of 14 and ordered chef tasting menu for all. Each dish and course was spectacular. A few standouts were the shrimp, bone marrow for sure and bone in short rib special. Even the vegetables were spot on! Besides the drool worthy food, smoky smell permeating the air the gracious staff stood out. Most importantly, the chef was top notch, working with his team but also interactive with customers. Special, memorable night for all of out party! Thank you Carbon Cabron! We will be back for sure!!!

I picked this place based on Yelp reviews. Mostly Yelp doesn't fail. However... If you want to feel like you are dining in the middle of a wildfire... come here. SO Smokey that the chefs all wear n95 masks. I get its mesquite grilled but don't lock me in that same box, with no open windows. Food was good(thus 2 stars) but Smokey atmosphere made me feel ill and I couldn't wait to get out of there. Also, restaurant was entirely out of beer? Huh? Waitress made a joke about they filmed something in the space night prior and drank all the beer. Major fail on whom ever procured the beer. I wish we dined In the adjacent market hall which HAD beer and many other (smoke free) options.

Best. Meal. Ever. From the ambiance to quality of food to attention to detail, everything is a 10/10. I'm honestly sitting here trying to think of a better meal I've ever had, and after this meal, I'm drawing a blank. The drinks weee amazing, the veggies were amazing, the seafood was amazing, the meat was amazing, and the desert, you guessed it... AMAZING. Ok Ok, I'm starting to sound like a broken record so it's time to stop reading this review & get yourself into this restaurant ASAP.

Not just one of the best meals I've ever had in Mexico, one of the best meals I've ever had in my life. This place is phenomenal. Everything on the menu is the most delicious version of that that you will ever taste. Highly recommend this restaurant.

I highly recommend this wonderful place if you're ready to have one of the most exceptional culinary experiences in Cabo and beyond!!! Our server Olga (she spoke 4 different languages & knew her wine too!) was top notch! Every entree from beginning to end kept us wanting more!!! We WILL be back!!! Their signature drink The Carbonita was insane!!! And we also enjoyed another specialty drink they had on the menu that evening ~ the Old Fashioned, with unique hints of smoke and cinnamon combined~ SO tasty we had 2!! The meats were cooked to complete perfection!! All starters/entrees were shared by the four of us in our party~the Green Beans, Asparagus, Beets, Sweet Breads, Octopus, Beef Tenderloin, and the Short Rib... with not much to take home for breakfast leftovers! We loved their concept, ambience, and farm to table dishes. OH! the Creme Brûlée, and a chocolate ice cream dessert (which this description does not do this review any justice) both delicious to finish the evening! We made reservations(weren't sure but they could have easily accommodated us as a walk in). The tables are large and set up for a communal setting if you choose, with plenty of comfortable seating and elbow room. The ambience lighting is a little dark, with wood accents and smells that remind me of a cozy campfire..Don't miss this place!!! It's unique and a one of a kind food experience!! It won't stay a secret for long!!!