Los Cabos’ love affair with Alcaravea Gourmet started some 10 years ago, when chef and owner Enrique Díaz debuted his cozy spot in downtown Cabo San Lucas. What catapulted Alcaravea Gourmet from a locals’ spot to a must-visit restaurant for tourists? “Díaz says it was his loyal local customers who first started introducing tourists to the place. The regulars recognized the intimate Mediterranean-themed eatery was offering something special, that the dining experience was unlike any other in Los Cabos, and they spread the word far and wide.” This is a restaurant with distinctive charm: from its unique entrance–with vines and flowers trained around wrought iron bars to create a colorful floral facade–to its eclectic artwork, vintage music, and European-style bistro chic. But the enduring appeal of the restaurant is based not only on its bohemian boutique atmosphere but also on its simple formula for success: When you combine great food with great service and budget-friendly prices, the end result is a very loyal, very vocal clientele. When Díaz moved from Toronto, Canada, to Cabo San Lucas a decade ago, he says he was surprised by the expensive prices often attached to what he considered rather ordinary fare. And, so, his philosophy at Alcaravea Gourmet has been—since the very beginning—to offer fine dining at reasonable prices. Alcaravea Gourmet’s remarkable lunch special is evidence enough: The multicourse meal includes soup or salad, an entrée with pasta or veggies, as well as dessert, and a drink—all for less than $10 U.S. Add a glass of red or white wine for an additional $4 U.S. Throw in an air-conditioned oasis of a dining room, and warm detail-oriented service, and it is no wonder that Alcaravea Gourmet is one of the area’s best afternoon attractions. Los Cabos Magazine | Summer 2016 63
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