El Meson – LCM 43 Spring 2016

El Meson TerraceSeafood is the specialty of the house at this gorgeous restaurant, an on-site option for guests (and the public) at the made-over Hilton Los Cabos. During our visit, we opted to try two ceviche dishes for starters: “Coco” (made with a selection of seafood, coconut milk, cilantro, habanero, and mango, then served with plantain chips) and Vuelve a la Vida (a combination of seafood in a pico de gallo and avocado sauce), both outstanding. Feeling adventurous, we tried sopecitos, one with slow-roasted pork, the other with chicken and chipotle adobo; we were not disappointed. For our entrée, we ordered a whole grilled red snapper with a chile lime butter sauce, green papaya salad, and yuca root with garlic. Chef Christian Penaloso offers locally sourced seafood and fresh organic produce. At the suggestion of our server, we enjoyed a delightful Mexican red wine blend called Piccolo, from the Guadalupe Valley near Ensenada. We saved a little room for a crème brûlée with a sugar topping that was set alight at the table as well as Baja Lava, a decadent chocolate ball with mole ice cream on the side. Strolling mariachi musicians entertain diners who sit alfresco and look out at the infinity pool and the Sea of Cortés beyond. We made a vow to return for the bountiful breakfast buffet, which is served each morning. Daily 7 a.m.–11:30 a.m.; 6 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Hilton Los Cabos Beach Resort, km 19.5 on Tourist Corridor, San José del Cabo, (624) 145-6500, ext. 7001, www.hiltonloscabos.com. All major credit cards accepted. $$–$$$$ S.A.B.

 

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