Chef Matias Forte demands excel- lence and ensures it through carefully selecting quality ingredients and then building every item on the Romeo & Julieta menu from scratch. These are but a few of the reasons the romantic Italian spot in downtown Cabo San Lucas has built a reputation as one of the best restaurants in all of Los Cabos. Patrons return year after year because of the restaurant’s ability to keep old traditions alive while adding new and contemporary items to the menu. Yes, you can order spaghetti and meatballs or traditional lasagna—both exceptional—but there is always something new on the seasonal menu. Sometimes there is a bit of fantasy involved by taking a tried-and-true dish and morphing it into a new and exciting item such as croccante salad: thin slices of dried fruits and veggies give a crunch to organic baby lettuces (think potato chips, only healthier!). Other examples include risotto with osso buco ragù or grilled chicken in puff pastry. The entire staff is respect- ful and friendly, wanting only to keep clients happy. Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion and let Forte and the dedicated staff wow you and your guests. Boulevard Marina and Camino del Cerro, Cabo San Lucas, (624) 143-0225, www.restaurantromeoyjulieta.com. Mon.–Sat. 4 p.m.–11 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m.–11 p.m. MasterCard, Visa, and vouchers accepted. $$–$$$$ S.A.B

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