La Parrilla Cancún
Mexican restaurant · Cancún ·

La Parrilla Cancún

Mexican restaurant · Cancún ·

Authentic tacos al pastor, mole, mariachis, and bull decor

atmosphere
waiter on his head
meat platter
drinks on their heads
expensive drinks
gimmicky desserts
mariachi band
tourist trap
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La Parrilla Cancún by Photo by Ritta Trejo
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null
La Parrilla Cancún by null

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Av Yaxchilán 51-Mz 23 Lt 51, Centro, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico Get directions

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Restroom
Popular for lunch
Lunch reservations recommended
Popular for dinner
Dinner reservations recommended

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Av Yaxchilán 51-Mz 23 Lt 51, Centro, 77500 Cancún, Q.R., Mexico Get directions

+52 998 287 8118
laparrilla.com.mx
@laparrillacancun

$$ · Menu

Features

•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Lunch reservations recommended
•Popular for dinner
•Dinner reservations recommended
•Cozy
•Trendy

Last updated

Jan 19, 2026

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"This decades-old venue ranks as one of the best in Cancún for authentic tacos al pastor : marinated, spit-roasted pork in corn tortillas, topped with pineapple (ask for it con todo to get chopped onion and cilantro, or order a gringa for pastor-meat with cheese on a flour tortilla). Smack downtown on the Avenida Yaxchilán bar-and-restaurant strip, this eatery delights visitors with its colorful Mexican tiles and strolling mariachis; yet the food is so good that half the customers are locals. For drinks, try the special margarita with your choice of tequilas."

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La Parrilla Cancún

Summer J.

Google
Amazing all the way around! I see low reviews and they must be off nights. The food was delicious. Ordered the octopus and guacamole for apps and not a bite was left. Our group of 10 ordered all different things, ceviche, mole enchiladas, shrimp skirt steak tacos and fajitas, all with fresh hot tortillas. Our server, Memito, made the visit spectacular! He obviously loves his job and took great care of us on top of being a consummate performer💕 If you're on vacation this is definitely a place you should check out! It's been here for 51 years and there is a reason!

N D.

Google
I went there in 2022 and it was the best experience whilst I was in Cancun with my then boyfriend (now husband) we will be back! The vibes were great and the food was delicious The waiter who balances the margaritas on his head is the absolute best and whatever he’s getting paid, it needs to be more lol !

Jae S.

Google
I got the quesobarrias it was really good. The drink I got was good as well, I like how they served the drinks on their heads it was cute. Wasn’t too loud where you couldn’t talk to the person you’re with.

Mansi Y.

Google
It's a tourist trap. I don't know what else to say. Food is super mediocre, very poorly seasoned. Meats are sliced so thin for the grilled meats for 2 they could be paper. Salsas have no flavour. We asked for mas picante and it still wasn't picante. Everything is expensive, prepare for all main courses to be at least 500 pesos on the lower end. Drinks are extremely expensive too, running around 250-300 pesos for the entry level margaritas. Some drinks can run 1500 pesos!!! Service is good though, but they are constantly running around a large restaurant with too few servers. Some gimmicky desserts look very dangerous with fire, liqueur, and ladders involved lol. Mariachi band comes in around 830-9pm ish and demands 1500 pesos per song. They look really sad :(. Save your money and go to parque de las palapas or any random stall on the street!

Jeremy T.

Google
Absolutely stunning place to eat. The atmosphere, great, the people, great, the food was even better! Passed by this place once or twice for but will definitely be bringing the others with me next time!!! Mario Rodriguez was an amazing waiter and had everything perfect !

Kayley H.

Google
The place might be full of tourists and I understand why everyone raves about it. It is honestly the best restaurant in Cancun’s Downtown. The meat platter we had was the best meat I’ve had in ages, everything was cooked to perfection. The portions are huge so I would recommend you don’t overorder. Service and atmosphere is relaxed and fun too. The waiter who is very talented and friendly served every customer’s drinks on top of his head and is always smily and friendly.

Jesus

Google
This was my favorite place to eat in of all of Cancun. Don’t listen to the other reviews. This place is awesome especially if you like Moles! The buffet is awesome 👏🏽 i’m still thinking about the food today. That’s how good it was. we took a bus and then we had to take a taxi, but it was well worth it, if you are a foodie.

Yongyi S.

Google
Food is delicious. The service and decor were both excellent. We celebrated New Year's there, and it was a truly unforgettable dinner. The only thing to complain about is that the band only plays if a guest pays them. Because of this, we didn't get to enjoy much music during our dinner. I hope they consider providing free music for everyone in the future.