Restaurante Amores
Restaurant · Tecate ·
Prix fixe Mexican cuisine with French influence, Michelin service award
Prix fixe Mexican cuisine with French influence, Michelin service award
"Restaurante Amores is lovingly run by Chefs Marcelo Hisaki and Reyna Venegas with their team. The cuisine here is offered as a prix-fixe and diners can choose from a few options. There is an element of surprise at play, as the items are not specifically described until they are presented on the table, with many compositions featuring the day's local product. A fish course may feature Pacific Dover sole from Ensenada, pan seared and dressed with an herb and caper pipián and bouquet of asparagus; while the meat choice can include lamb, done as barbacoa and presented as a sope with black bean puree. Dessert brings the meal to an impressive close, as in a block of warm lemon curd cake accompanied by a quenelle of berry ripple ice cream." - Michelin Inspector
"Rooted in a philosophy of treating guests like cherished family, at Restaurante Amores we share stories over food and life, forming true connections that often become lifelong friendships. As 2024 MICHELIN Guide Mexico Exceptional Service Award winners, we see service as creating unforgettable moments at the table, kept steady by teamwork—sticking to our goals as a close team so there’s nothing we can’t handle together. Our journey began as a modest seven-seat counter 12 years ago, and each night still holds its own story; we’ve faced uncertainty, built a dedicated team, and earned recognition, but the enduring joy is cooking for friends and family who have embraced us year after year. As owners we juggle multiple roles, integrating every part of the food chain—from farmers to producers—into our menus while prioritizing the sustainability of our business, balancing passion with success. Their loyalty and support remind us that cooking here is truly about sharing love." - The MICHELIN Guide US Editorial Team
"French-influenced Mexican restaurant. Received the service award."
"A Tecate restaurant run by Marcelo Hisaki and Reyna Venegas that serves French-influenced Mexican food and whose team received Michelin's service award." - BySam Stone
"I noted that Restaurante Amores in Tecate won the Service Award and was Tecate’s lone Michelin star–winner at the ceremony." - Bill Esparza