La Fonda del Zancudo

This place is great. The hostess was really nice and basically took my order the whole time I was there, such a sweetheart. Carpaccio and figs were delicious. Loved the atmosphere for a date night. Can’t wait to go back when I’m in Cancun again.

Amazing food! We had a cheeseburger and empanadas. Margaritas were so tasty. Cute bohemian-style surroundings. Nice relaxing music. Highly recommend!

Food 7.5 or 8 out of 10. They started us off with bread topped with garlic and parsley/coriander and various sauces. This was delicious. Steak was flavourful and decent size. No complaints. The burger came with a piece of pork on top of the bun (pictured). One waitress suggested that it’s salmon. Our actual waitress confirmed its prosciutto. it wasn’t listed on the menu at all so beware. We requested it to be removed. I assume they replaced the buns only (pictured) and didn’t make a fresh burger but I could be wrong. The buns were slightly over-charred so there was a strong burning smell. Buns used are not the same as North American style burgers. La Fonda Brownie Not a big fan of the popcorn. Brownie and Ice cream were not as sweet as what we’re used to. This is a good thing. Not sure if it’s intentional or not. I wish the brownie was warmer and ice cream was colder. This would’ve been a great combo. Service Decent. Nothing to write home about. The restaurant was empty when we came so I expected better service - especially priced where they are. Waitress didn’t bring separate utensils for dessert but was suggestive of a tip. I guess this is the culture in Cancun. Ambiance Very nice decor and great ambiance. Overall A bit pricey but we were satisfied with our food. Likely wouldn’t come back.

The place is amazing! The ambiance alone is worth a visit! Nicely decorated outdoor dining. The appetizers were fantastic as we're the drinks and service. The pasta bowl or cheese bread bowl lacked flavor, so it was only ok. The hawaiin pizza was decent but not the best I've tried. Despite the entrees just being ok, everything else was great. I would definitely recommend.

The ambience is next level! I was in awe walking into this restaurant - they have done an amazing job decorating the space in a way that makes you feel you’re having a romantic dinner in the garden of jungle. Love all the mood lights, the vegetation, the hanging mason jars with flowers. Impeccable decor!! Food was pretty good too. I had the salmon which was very tasty. The only negative I have was the roasted corn / more like burnt to a crisp corn. We even asked if they could replace the corn and the second one was even more burnt! My husband had the shrimp fettuccine which he says was good. The service was also great - very attentive I’d highly recommend!

2nd time visiting this place. Was every bit as nice this time as it was the first time. Charming garden courtyard under a jacaranda. Bistro lights. Crushed white stone on the ground, distressed wooden tables. Good music (and not too loud) Nice ambiance all around. Menu has Mediterranean influence. Excellent salads and hand crafted pizza. Everything I've eaten here has been excellent. No complaints about service. Courteous and attentive waitstaff. Seems like a great place for a family dinner night. But also a great place for a romantic date night.

The atmosphere is great! Service was quick and friendly. We ordered empanadas, which were not excellent but still okay. Dessert is good.

They start with some warm fresh bread that is delicious and comes out with a little pot of sauce that’s just yum. Every time I come to Cancun I come here and order the shrimp Pizza. Its crust is very thin, has a delicious sauce and is well presented. Excellent service in ambiance. If you are staying downtown Cancun it’s worth stopping by ❤️

The courtyard is very nice and the quality of the food for the price is very good. Thank you.

This was our first restaurant stop in Cancun and it was worthy. My children had shrimp pizza and Hawaiian pizza they both loved. I had fresh and tasty fish local fish Mahi mahi with mash potatoes. Great costumer services super friendly staff. The location easy to get there from the main road (coming from the airport) to our staying. The environment so romantic and beautiful definitely coming back in our next trip to Cancun.

Highly recommend this spot in Cancun. Very romantic atmosphere and good steak. My mezcal cocktail was perfect, too.

GREAT PLACE! definitely some Greek/Italian influence on overall fresh, tasty food. Every bit of food was very good - especially the yellowtail carpaccio. Had a hamburger that was perfect. Ordered a pizza that was also good. The stand out dish was the salad (think it was the Salazar) and also the bowl of habanero soup served in a bread bowl. Their bread items are freshly baked and delicious. Finished dinner with a couple glasses of sambuca blanco over ice. The setting was really romantic. Outside courtyard with lights. Highly recommend this place.

This place is literally a hole in the wall, a true gem. After so much research on places to eat and pinning down restaurants we ended up at this place that wasn't even on our list. We felt like we were in a fairy tale, from the excepcional customer service to the yummiest food, the ambiance, all the nature surrounding us. Everything we tried was delicious but the meals that stood out the most were the mouth watering steak and the flavorful shrimp linguine. Our time here was unforgettable, thank you!

Great atmosphere and service. Decent food. I made a reservation through their Facebook page because my call wasn't going through. It took them a day to respond but they were able to accommodate us, a party of 21! Online it says their restaurant opens at 7 but it actually opens at 6 pm. I asked the waiter and he said that this was a recent change so it wasn't reflected on google or yelp yet. Nevertheless, our reservation was set at 6:30 pm. The first thing you notice when you arrive at the restaurant is how beautiful it is. All the tables are outside in some kind of a gated patio. There's vines strewn down the side of the walls and fairy lights everywhere. The tables are white and rustic. The setting is very intimate and beautiful. My party arrived an hour later than I did, unfortunately, but the waiter was very kind and patient with us. Price wise, their menu is deserving of a $$ or $$$ rating. When the food actually arrived, I was looking forward to my the shrimp fettuccine. It came tossed in a tomato sauce with olives as well. Unfortunately, I didn't think it was anything too special. I tried my friends goat cheese and plantain ravioli and it was a bit too sweet. I also tried another friend's salmon steak, which was very tender and flavorful. On the English menu I noticed a section called pasties, which confused me. I later found out that they were just empanadas. A few of my friends decided to order dessert, the orange creme brûlée and the strudel. The creme brûlée was good, but the strudel did not quite make it. It didn't have much flavor and the dough was too soggy. My friend ended up only eating the ice cream. Overall, I'm grateful that the staff was so accommodating. The place was beautiful and we took many photos there (to the annoyance of the other diners). The food itself was a hit or a miss. I think I didn't order the right things on the menu. I'd come back for the beauty of the place, but I'd make sure to try other dishes.

We got invited to dinner here by some friends. The food was great, the ambiance is beautiful and very romantic, the bill was a mess! I wish they would have split everything evenly? Is that too much to ask? I personally did not enjoy the cheese fondu, but did like the mozzarella. The pizza was pretty bad, it's like the bake it with just the bread and then put the cold things on top. I saw other plates that looked much better. Their regular pre-meal bread is the bomb!

This is a super lovely, romantic restaurant. I booked it on open table and am so glad my family got a chance to eat here. The tuna tartare was fabulous! We loved the baked figs and the empanada with the chimichurrie sauce was to die for!

Beautiful outdoor atmosphere; the lights and candles are enchanting; the food is amazing ! Our favorite were the empanadas with chimichurri and the seared ahi !!! Great Mojitos as well!!All staff are so kind as well.

This is the single best restaurant in Cancun. It's in a formerly abandoned building that has been artfully restored with a romantic feel: vines growing up the walls, fairy lights in low hanging tree branches, exposed crumbles of the old walls. Very beautiful, completely unique for the area, and reminiscent of a bygone era. The food is remarkable, with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients (some grown onsite), robust flavors, and beautiful presentation. I came with my grandmother and we probably ordered half the menu to split. The sangria is the best I've ever had. This is where to go for a true local experience, far away from the cheap kitsch of the overpriced tourist zone restaurants. This is where to find what the real, modern Cancun culinary scene is up to now!

The ambiance was amazing! The decor is beautiful and the staff was extremely friendly and attentive. The cucumber martini is a MUST it was so refreshing. For appetizers I recommend the tuna tartar and empanadas, as for dinner the ravioli in black bean sauce stuffed with goat cheese and sweet plantains, very yummy! I loved everything about this place, I'd definitely go back if I revisit Cancun.

The few reviews written on here do not do this restaurant justice, so I really felt the need to leave a few comments. The place itself is an abandoned house turned restaurant, and the ambiance and decor really fit that old-time feel. There are vines growing all over the walls, the tables and chairs look worn down (but are very stable), and there are plants and fairy lights lining the window sills. Oh, and they also have a small garden with tomatoes, lettuce, etc. A very quaint place to eat dinner indeed. As for the menu, complaints of the limited menu choice are completely invalid; all their dishes are delicious and they keep the menu small for specialty reasons, and they do have daily specials. Though it's classified as "Mediterranean", you can find a good variety of items (pastas, tuna, steak, chicken). As for my dish, the "pasta negra" had homemade pasta noodles which had a really nice texture. The seafood was fresh, and the cream sauce wasn't too heavy. Another great thing about this place is the pricing--since you're out of the hotel zone, tourist pricing does not apply here. Food is at a half or a third of the price in the downtown which is good if you're not looking to get ripped off. The only complaint I have is the lighting was rather poor near my table, as we came after sunset. A candle or two would have been helpful. If you're in Cancun though, definitely take the 20 min bus ride to find this place, you won't regret it!