Perhaps one of the most romantic restaurants in the area, La Habichuela in Cancun, QR is perfect for that date night with someone special. You can dine al fresco under the starry night sky with only candlelight to illuminate the area. This garden area is buffeted by trees with string lights intertwined in their branches and the Mayan influences are readily apparent with the small statues and excellently detailed concrete work.
The dining room of La Habichuela is also equally lovely with its artwork and prints and but nothing beats dining under the stars. You will discover that some of the items on the menu will have a Caribbean flair in addition to the obvious Mexican influences. Try their well-noted dish called Cocobichuela which is shrimp and lobster simmered in a curry sauce and then served with rice housed with a coconut shell and garnished with fruits.
Seafood dominates the menu with excellent lobster dishes as well as fish and shrimp. Of course, La Habichuela also offers tasty beef and poultry entrees in addition to some vegetarian meals, Mexican food and even Tex-Mex food. The desserts and after dinner drinks like Mexican coffee or Kahlua are the best for topping off any meal you choose.
While not in the hubbub of the hotel zone in Cancun, La Habichuela is just a short taxi ride away and located in the downtown district of the city. Chances are that if you ask the concierge at your hotel about the best romantic place to dine, they will mention La Habichuela. With several different awards to their credit, this restaurant should be on your Cancun to-do list.
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