Things To Do
Dinner Spots
Below are a list of restaurants we recommend for dinner:
Animalon
Our multiple visits to this enchanting restaurant have consistently delivered exceptional culinary experiences, each one unique with fresh flavors. A Michelin-starred jewel under the culinary direction of Chef Oscar Torres, Animalon invites you to a magical al-fresco tasting journey beneath a centuries-old oak tree, celebrating the bold, regional flavors of Baja. *Note: this is the location of our rehearsal dinner
Bura Cuatro Cuatros
Make your reservations in advance and drive over to Cuatro Cuatros (30 minutes from Valle) to watch the sunset over the Pacific, eat delicious seafood, and sip on craft cocktails. The setting and view are out of this world.
Damiana
A stunning setting, nestled on the Viñedos de la Reina property. Two rows of trees provide shade for the tables lined up on the patio for those who want to dine outdoors. Chef Esteban Lluis celebrates the local valley's products in his multicourse tasting menu that is contemporary Mexican at its core. The kitchen plays with presentation and expectations in fun and creative ways. The dishes are bold and brilliantly executed and earned them a Michelin Star in 2025.
Deckman's en el Mogor
Deckman’s en el Mogor offers a true Baja farm-to-table experience where dishes are cooked over open flames and served in a rustic vineyard setting with breathtaking valley views. The restaurant cultivates approximately 80% of its vegetables across three gardens, each hosting at least five beehives. Organic waste is transformed into compost, and shells are creatively repurposed to control erosion, aid in construction, enrich garden soil, or provide calcium for the chickens. Most ingredients travel no more than 35 km from their source to your plate, ensuring peak freshness. Additionally, all seafood is sourced exclusively from Baja California. Their sustainability practices earned them the Michelin Green Star in 2025.
Lunario
Lunario is a romantic garden hideaway, serving artfully plated, seasonal dishes under a canopy of twinkling lights and starry skies. Chef Sheyla is incredible, and this is one of our favorite restaurants in the area! Also a winner of the Michelin Star and Michelin Green Star in 2025.
Olivea Farm to Table
Olivea Farm to Table weaves organic garden-to-plate magic with contemporary flair, showcasing the region’s finest seasonal flavors with graceful artistry. They source all their vegetables from their own garden, which guests have the opportunity to tour before sitting down to eat. Their tasting menu was the best dining experience we've EVER had; we cannot recommend this restaurant enough. A winner of the 2025 Michelin Star and Michelin Green Star.
Primitivo
At Primitivo, the kitchen is anchored by a large fire pit where ingredients are cooked in cast-iron dishes or directly on the flame. Chef Carolina Jimenéz brings a unique approach to this rustic menu rooted in local sourcing.
Lunch/Breakfast Spots
Below are a list of restaurants we recommend for lunch and breakfast:
Adobe Food Truck
Charming garden-side spot at Adobe Guadalupe winery where you can kick back with tapas-style bites, great wine or local beer, and laid‑back vibes under the trees.
Al Fresko
Small bites, spritzes, summer vibes all the way. Super cute road side spot next to Mercadito by Hefah (listed below). Triples as restaurant, bakery, and small market.
Aromas Coffee & Shop
Located inside Maglen's Resort, Barista Isaac Jiménez is sourcing coffee directly from México’s top coffee plantations in states like Chiapas, slowly roasting the beans in-house.
Casa de los Chilaquiles
A cozy and VERY casual breakfast lunch spot in the heart of Valle. Their house-style chilaquiles are AMAZING. They're also known for their rich café de olla. We go here every time we're in Valle. We love it so much.
Conchas de Piedra
Oysters & bubbles all day! Some of the best wine in the country by Casa de Piedra winery and shellfish from Deckman’s kitchen at this collaborative restaurant. Their sparkling rose is crunchy and semi sweet; it’s perfect with razor clams. All seafood is seasonal, responsible and 100% from Baja. It's worth noting that this gem is best suited for a delightful lunch stop. The portions are modest, focusing on the essence of shellfish, making it less ideal for a hearty dinner. A winner of the Michelin Star and Michelin Green Star.
Mercadito by Hefah
This cute roadside market sells local and artesanal products, offers tequila tastings, and has a small menu of delicious breakfast/lunch food. We love coming here for a quick burrito or torta.
Taqueria La Principal
Situated in a warehouse space with plastic furniture, this quintessential no-frills roadside taqueria doesn’t get a lot of points for ambience, but the simple, satisfying fare speaks for itself. The menu doesn’t call for extensive decision-making: choose between three meats (thinly sliced beef asada, spice-marinated pork adobada, and, for the more adventurous, tender tripa), and your vehicle of choice (corn or flour tortilla, burrito, torta, etc.), and then watch the magic come together before your eyes.
Robleza Cocina de Campo
We love this spot for brunch! Beautiful and casual farm-to-table breakfast beneath a majestic centuries-old oak, where Mediterranean-inspired Mexican cuisine unfolds amid the tranquil vineyards of Valle de Guadalupe.
Wa Kumiai Tabita
Traditional Kumiai cook Tabita Dominguez serves up a delicious feast, which helps support the members of the indigenous community who work in her restaurant. Northern Mexican and indigenous flavors merge in dishes like machaca (beef jerky), mixed with eggs and served with beans, corn, and flour tortillas. Traditional Kumiai foods are also on the menu, like beef and lamb barbacoa cooked in a wood-fired oven, and a smoky white menudo that’s also cooked over fire and tastes like a cowboy cookout. Try the acorn coffee, a healthy alternative to your morning cup and a true taste of Valle de Guadalupe’s indigenous cuisine.
Other Eating Options
Other dinner restaurants worth checking out: Bruma WG, Finca Altozano, Fauna, ‘emat, Salvia Blanca Other breakfast restaurants worth checking out: La Cocina de Doña Esthela Coffee shop worth checking out: Electric Coffee Roasters
Wineries
Below are a list of wineries that come recommended (as most of you know, we are not drinkers; therefore, we cannot speak to the actual quality of the wines here :) )
3 Mujeres
A lovingly rustic and artisanal winery where founder Ivette Vaillard—one of the original three women behind it—crafts organic, low-intervention wines in a stone‑built cave tasting room, surrounded by olive trees, gardens, ceramics, and a soulful, hands‑on connection to the land.
Bloodlust
Not your average wine spot—it’s part art installation, part sensory playground, with a garlic‑drop shaped ferro‑cement dome where Baja wines, creative cocktails, live music, and seasonal bites collide in dreamlike, starry‑night fashion.
Bruma Wine Resort
A dreamy eco‑luxury escape in Valle de Guadalupe—where an art‑forward winery built around a 300‑year‑old oak tree meets organic vineyards, elegant farm‑to‑table dining at Fauna, and chic boutique lodging—all wrapped up in sustainable architecture that melts into the desert landscape.
Close de Tres Cantos
A boutique winery in Valle de Guadalupe where organic vineyards meet artful, eco-driven architecture—think pyramid-shaped, reclaimed-stone buildings, wine-bottle–lit interiors, and a philosophical spirit that turns every tasting into a poetic escape.
Mogor Badan
A charming, family-run gem where Swiss‑French winemaking heritage meets hands‑on, organic farming—think sun‑drenched vineyards, lush gardens, grazing sheep, and wines born from sustainable, three-generation stewardship of the land.
Monte Xanic
The pioneering boutique winery that kicked off Mexico’s premium wine revolution—set among meticulously manicured vineyards and a serene lake-dotted estate, it crafts elegant, terroir-driven blends like Cabernet‑Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc while offering thoughtful tasting experiences with sweeping valley views.
Vena Cava
A boutique, eco‑curated winery built into the land and topped with upside‑down boats serving as dramatic roofs—where inventive, small‑batch natural wines (some in ultra‑limited runs) grow from organic, dry‑farmed vineyards and pour alongside a vibrant food‑truck scene that feels like winery‑meets‑Burning Man
Other Wineries
Other wineries worth checking out: Adobe Guadalupe, Casa de Piedra, Decantos, Finca La Carodilla, Las Nubes, Viñas de Garza, Vinos Lechuza
Activities
Below are some recommendations (besides eating and drinking) in Valle:
Heli Baja
Soar over the sweeping vineyards and rugged coast of Valle de Guadalupe on a private helicopter tour—whether you're sightseeing, tasting wine from the sky, spotting whales (in season), or marveling at La Bufadora, they elevate your Baja experience with stunning aerial views and seamless luxury.
Off Road Tours Valle de Guadalupe
Hop onto your own ATV or UTV, follow a guide over scenic dirt trails that wind through vineyards, reach private hilltop viewpoints, and even swing by a tasting spot or hidden winery for a bonus sip.