Santos Fuegos came highly recommended by several on the island and it did not disappoint. There are meals and then there are experiences…this was truly an experience. It’s…Santos Fuegos came highly recommended by several on the island and it did not disappoint. There are meals and then there are experiences…this was truly an experience. It’s very intimate, outdoor covered dining experience…the aroma of the wood-fired oven begins the experience before you enter. Mario began as our waiter, but by the end of the night we ended as friends. His level of detail, knowledge, passion and guidance through the menu was a level of service that is second to none. Our sharing of stories, vulnerable conversation and his genuineness made him more than a server…truly an individual who glows from within.
Back to the food…the toughest decision was what NOT to order. The attention to detail in every dish, the freshness and flavor of every bite…there is magic somewhere in the flames of the wood-fired oven. The drink menu was equally difficult to narrow as everything sounded intriguing. The blessing in disguise was there were only two dessert option, both were so unique and a perfect cap to such a dining experience.
I was able to experience one Michelin star restaurant on the island…there could easily be two.
An absolutely incredible meal, one that I will remember for a long time. We didn’t have a bad dish so honestly order as much as you can. I loved their…An absolutely incredible meal, one that I will remember for a long time. We didn’t have a bad dish so honestly order as much as you can. I loved their citrusy salad with the anchovy dressing, the grilled prawns and the flank steak; each dish was prepared and cooked perfectly with such interesting flavours. We recommended this place to several other families and couples staying in our hotel and they all had equally great things to say about their experience here. Oh and the cornbread was sensational, save room for that!
One of the best meals I’ve ever had in my life. The atmosphere was amazing, the people are so warm and friendly !! Everything is grilled or fired up in…One of the best meals I’ve ever had in my life. The atmosphere was amazing, the people are so warm and friendly !! Everything is grilled or fired up in a wood burning oven. The flavors are off the charts amazing. Everything is made with real heart and passion. The playlist is wonderful. It really adds to the ambience.
This place should truly be a James Beard award winner
Unbelievable food, each dish is a standalone knock out. Highly recommend the octopus, beef flank, & special empanadas, all absolutely incredible. The broccoli was also really, really tasty! Do not…Unbelievable food, each dish is a standalone knock out. Highly recommend the octopus, beef flank, & special empanadas, all absolutely incredible. The broccoli was also really, really tasty! Do not go without getting the cornbread & ice cream - wow!! Loved the Mexican red blend too. A unique dining experience which we won’t forget. We also had to download the playlist because it was so good!
An absolute must when in Holbox. The whole experience was a delight. We ordered 3 plates to share (we were two); we had the broccoli, the flatbread and the costilla…An absolute must when in Holbox. The whole experience was a delight. We ordered 3 plates to share (we were two); we had the broccoli, the flatbread and the costilla (rib) everything was perfect, from the presentation to the subtilities in every bite.
And the experience wouldn't have been the same without the great service of our waiter, Mario. He was very caring, took his time to explain the menu and made sure everything was up to our standards the whole night.
The only place we had this level of fine cuisine in Holbox (and we tried a lot of great places) but this one is in a category of its own.
Disclaimer : the portions are very generous! We couldn't finish and took the rest to go. Unfortunately we couldn't try the desert but that will wait for another day!
