There is always something exciting happening at this award-winning restaurant, part of the Baja Cantina family of restaurants. It has long been touted as one of the best spots in Los Cabos for authentic Mexican cuisine, and now Maria Corona presents a live folklórico show every Tuesday and Wednesday evening, complete with professional dancers and a full-course dinner.

Maria Corona also offers brunch every Sunday (10 a.m.–2 p.m.) with 20 Mexican dishes, and you don’t want to pass up the opportunity to learn from the best with one of its cooking classes. On any given evening, you can enjoy talented mariachi musicians, a live band, or even a strolling magician performing slight-of-hand tricks. Margaritas are served in various delicious flavors, such as mango or pomegranate (not too sweet), and jalapeño (not too spicy). A delicious starter is sautéed mushroom caps with chile guajillo and garlic butter.

The guacamole and queso fundido (melted cheese)—both made table side—are two of the most popular options at Maria Corona, as is the pork shank, which is cooked for eight hours and served with adobo sauce. The meat falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. Mole recipes come straight from the collection of the owner’s grandmother and dating to the early 1900s; try one of the many dishes made with this ancient sauce. Veracruz-style huachinango (red snapper) and the grilled filet of beef served with panela cheese and grilled onions are two other must-try dishes. Top off dinner with a dessert of house-made flan. Valet parking.  16 de Septiembre (between Morelos and Leona Vicario), Cabo San Lucas, (624) 143-1111, www.mariacoronarestaurant.com. Mon.–Sat. noon – 11 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–11 p.m. MasterCard, Visa and vouchers accepted. $–$$$

Contact page in Los Cabos Guide: www.loscabosguide.com/mariacorona/