Ribera de Chapala guidebook
Food scene
One of the newest additions to Ajijic, this bakery/coffee shop has the best bread in town. Healthy tonics and amazing sandwiches are also on the menu. If bread is your thing make sure to get there early as they run out pretty soon. Keep in mind service is slow for those dining on site.
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4 J. Encarnación RosasOne of the newest additions to Ajijic, this bakery/coffee shop has the best bread in town. Healthy tonics and amazing sandwiches are also on the menu. If bread is your thing make sure to get there early as they run out pretty soon. Keep in mind service is slow for those dining on site.
Driving to Cafe Doppio is worth it if you are looking for an unusual morning drink (try their black latte or blue matcha). Their oatmeal and chilaquiles are to die for.
Doppio Café
257 HidalgoDriving to Cafe Doppio is worth it if you are looking for an unusual morning drink (try their black latte or blue matcha). Their oatmeal and chilaquiles are to die for.
This is surely is not your everyday bread, but it is certainly remarkable. Good coffee and warm bread come with long lines, but the bakers work around the clock so even in the afternoon you can find many options.
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Panaderia Scandinavia
206 Lib. A ChapalaThis is surely is not your everyday bread, but it is certainly remarkable. Good coffee and warm bread come with long lines, but the bakers work around the clock so even in the afternoon you can find many options.
An elegant restaurant with live music on Sundays. Good for larger parties and open for breakfast and dinner.
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Casa Linda
7a Río BravoAn elegant restaurant with live music on Sundays. Good for larger parties and open for breakfast and dinner.
If meat is your thing then look no further; at Tango you can find some of the best steaks as this is an Argentinian restaurant. Just make sure to make a reservation on the weekends as this is probably the most popular restaurant in the Ribera.
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Ajijic Tango
19 MorelosIf meat is your thing then look no further; at Tango you can find some of the best steaks as this is an Argentinian restaurant. Just make sure to make a reservation on the weekends as this is probably the most popular restaurant in the Ribera.
Small but cozy, with great breakfast and the best lattes in town. The drive is well worth it.
Al Kafé
407 Priv. Francisco I. MaderoSmall but cozy, with great breakfast and the best lattes in town. The drive is well worth it.
Although this is a hotel, the restaurant is open to the public. Excellent for brunch and dinner not many people know about this little gem. Indoor and outdoor seating excellent for small or large groups.
Hacienda del Lago Boutique Hotel & Restaurant
63 IndependenciaAlthough this is a hotel, the restaurant is open to the public. Excellent for brunch and dinner not many people know about this little gem. Indoor and outdoor seating excellent for small or large groups.
With avocado toast and acai bowl on their menu, this is one of the healthiest breakfast restaurants you will find in the area. Located on the second floor with great views of the lake and the surrounding mountains, this place is also great for large groups.
4to Sentido Restaurante
89 ChulavistaWith avocado toast and acai bowl on their menu, this is one of the healthiest breakfast restaurants you will find in the area. Located on the second floor with great views of the lake and the surrounding mountains, this place is also great for large groups.
Restaurant and market place with a pizzeria on the second floor; one-stop for everything. Wines and cheeses from around the world, as well as international gourmet foods, line the shelves at Pancho's.
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Pancho’s Deli
75 HidalgoRestaurant and market place with a pizzeria on the second floor; one-stop for everything. Wines and cheeses from around the world, as well as international gourmet foods, line the shelves at Pancho's.
German/Austrian food in a fairytale setting? The owners of Johannas take great care to maintain their picturesque house and although the food is amazing and unusual, the Instagram shot makes this a must stop.
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Johannas German Restaurant
German/Austrian food in a fairytale setting? The owners of Johannas take great care to maintain their picturesque house and although the food is amazing and unusual, the Instagram shot makes this a must stop.
If dessert is your thing then head to Marisa; cake, cookies, gelatin, as well as desserts low in calories, Marisa has everything for those with a sweet tooth. Only to-go as there is no indoor/outdoor seating.
Pastelerías Marisa
57-2 Carr Jocotepec-chapalaIf dessert is your thing then head to Marisa; cake, cookies, gelatin, as well as desserts low in calories, Marisa has everything for those with a sweet tooth. Only to-go as there is no indoor/outdoor seating.
You will find excellent coffee and dessert in this charming little coffee shop right in the heart of Ajijic; next to the plaza, the surroundings could not get more picturesque.
Cafe Black and White
2 Paseo Jdn.You will find excellent coffee and dessert in this charming little coffee shop right in the heart of Ajijic; next to the plaza, the surroundings could not get more picturesque.
A new addition to Chapala center, this amazing Italian restaurant has become a local popular in the short time it has been opened. Try the Caprese salad and the pasta amatriciana and of course, the gelato, as the owner of the restaurant has specialized in the making of gelato for many years before opening the restaurant.
Romeo y Julieta
12 Paseo Ramón CoronaA new addition to Chapala center, this amazing Italian restaurant has become a local popular in the short time it has been opened. Try the Caprese salad and the pasta amatriciana and of course, the gelato, as the owner of the restaurant has specialized in the making of gelato for many years before opening the restaurant.
Probably one of the most popular restaurants in Ajijic, Scallion has become a favorite with American and Canadian expatriates. The restaurant offers a Mexican/Italian fusion and live music in the afternoons. An excellent choice for brunch or dinner, just keep in mind over the weekend the waitlist is long.
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Scallion Ajijic Bistro
117 Boulvard De Jin XIProbably one of the most popular restaurants in Ajijic, Scallion has become a favorite with American and Canadian expatriates. The restaurant offers a Mexican/Italian fusion and live music in the afternoons. An excellent choice for brunch or dinner, just keep in mind over the weekend the waitlist is long.
For Italian food in Ajijc, there is no better place than this hidden restaurant on Juan Alvarez St. With a good selection of pasta, salads, and wines, as well as unusual dishes like Osso Bucco, Alex’s Pasta Bar, will become a favorite in the entire Ribera
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Alex's Pasta Bar
71 Juan ÁlvarezFor Italian food in Ajijc, there is no better place than this hidden restaurant on Juan Alvarez St. With a good selection of pasta, salads, and wines, as well as unusual dishes like Osso Bucco, Alex’s Pasta Bar, will become a favorite in the entire Ribera
Located in Chapala Center behind the San Francisco Church, this restaurant is so popular is hard to find a table after 7:00 pm. Enchiladas, pozole, gorditas, and many other traditional Mexican specialties, make this restaurant a favorite amongst locals and visitors alike. Cheap prices, fast service, and delicious food will make this “cenaduria” one of your favorites. Keep in mind this restaurant is only open after 6:00 pm.
El Rinconcito
Located in Chapala Center behind the San Francisco Church, this restaurant is so popular is hard to find a table after 7:00 pm. Enchiladas, pozole, gorditas, and many other traditional Mexican specialties, make this restaurant a favorite amongst locals and visitors alike. Cheap prices, fast service, and delicious food will make this “cenaduria” one of your favorites. Keep in mind this restaurant is only open after 6:00 pm.
A popular restaurant in the famous Colonia Americana in Guadalajara, has now made its way to our beautiful Ajijic! Their breakfast is superb, but it is their firewood pizzas that are note worthy. This restaurant has amazing service and is definitely one of our top recommendations.
Restaurant Membrillo
A popular restaurant in the famous Colonia Americana in Guadalajara, has now made its way to our beautiful Ajijic! Their breakfast is superb, but it is their firewood pizzas that are note worthy. This restaurant has amazing service and is definitely one of our top recommendations.
A cute little coffee shop tucked inside a boutique hotel. This place is a good place to relax with a book or work with your computer next to a delicious cup of coffee.
El Gato Feo Café
18 16 de SeptiembreA cute little coffee shop tucked inside a boutique hotel. This place is a good place to relax with a book or work with your computer next to a delicious cup of coffee.
A cute little gem inside Hotel Villa QQ. Breakfast is probably one of the best in all of Chapala and prices are very affordable. Ambiance is very inviting and the staff ensured a seamless dining experience. Highly recommended for a memorable meal. Open from 8 am to 8pm with 3 menus throughout the day. (Closed Tuesday)
Chatterley's Restaurant and Bar
A cute little gem inside Hotel Villa QQ. Breakfast is probably one of the best in all of Chapala and prices are very affordable. Ambiance is very inviting and the staff ensured a seamless dining experience. Highly recommended for a memorable meal. Open from 8 am to 8pm with 3 menus throughout the day. (Closed Tuesday)
A quaint and extremely cozy coffee shop near Parque de la Cristiania that offers a great coffee selection and excellent service. The coffee shop is very popular with expats and locals alike and is a great pit stop for those going to the tennis courts at Cristiania.
De Vuelta a Ti (Back to You Coffee Shop)
A quaint and extremely cozy coffee shop near Parque de la Cristiania that offers a great coffee selection and excellent service. The coffee shop is very popular with expats and locals alike and is a great pit stop for those going to the tennis courts at Cristiania.
At 5758 Juarez, the newest player in Chapala center just opened up, and this coffee shop will soon become the place to hang out with friends and a good cup of coffee. The spaces are vast and ideal to relax or have a good conversation. Soon, the owner will be introducing breakfast dishes, but for now, good coffee and dessert are available.
Juarez, Chapala Centro, 45900 Chapala, Jal., Mexico
At 5758 Juarez, the newest player in Chapala center just opened up, and this coffee shop will soon become the place to hang out with friends and a good cup of coffee. The spaces are vast and ideal to relax or have a good conversation. Soon, the owner will be introducing breakfast dishes, but for now, good coffee and dessert are available.
At casa Barragán, you can find a little bit of everything, traditional Mexican dishes, wings, sushi, pizza. The atmosphere is bright and service is good. This is also a good place to go with children of for large family gatherings.
Casa Barragán Restaurant Bar
13 P.º Ramón CoronaAt casa Barragán, you can find a little bit of everything, traditional Mexican dishes, wings, sushi, pizza. The atmosphere is bright and service is good. This is also a good place to go with children of for large family gatherings.
Sightseeing
During rain season you can enjoy some beautiful waterfalls in this easy 30 minute hike.
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El Tepalo
During rain season you can enjoy some beautiful waterfalls in this easy 30 minute hike.
180-degree views from all around Lake Chapala, although the views don't come easy; this hike is for more advanced hikers as getting to the top shrine, dedicated to Virgen de Guadalupe, takes around 3 hours. Definitely not recommended for solo travelers or those without a guide.
La Chupinaya Shrine
180-degree views from all around Lake Chapala, although the views don't come easy; this hike is for more advanced hikers as getting to the top shrine, dedicated to Virgen de Guadalupe, takes around 3 hours. Definitely not recommended for solo travelers or those without a guide.
Little known, Guachimontones is the closest archeological site to Ajijic. Built around 300 BCE, its circular pyramids are a sight to behold. Located 1hr and 40 min driving through Guadalajara.
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Гвачимонтонес
Little known, Guachimontones is the closest archeological site to Ajijic. Built around 300 BCE, its circular pyramids are a sight to behold. Located 1hr and 40 min driving through Guadalajara.
Relax
With many natural hot spring pools, Monte Coxala is a Spa like no other. Located at the top of a hill you will have an unobstructed view of Lake Chapala while dipping into one of its pools. Book a chocolate scrub with a honey and wrapping massage for complete bliss
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Monte Coxala Spa
Fraccionamiento Oriente # 300With many natural hot spring pools, Monte Coxala is a Spa like no other. Located at the top of a hill you will have an unobstructed view of Lake Chapala while dipping into one of its pools. Book a chocolate scrub with a honey and wrapping massage for complete bliss
A spa with a mystic approach to health and relaxation with massage treatments from India, Morocco, and the prehispanic ritual of Temazcal. Book a private hot spring as well to leave all your aches and pains behind.
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El Chante Spa Hotel
170-1 Ribera del LagoA spa with a mystic approach to health and relaxation with massage treatments from India, Morocco, and the prehispanic ritual of Temazcal. Book a private hot spring as well to leave all your aches and pains behind.
Neighborhoods
A cute little town tucked in the always growing city of Guadalajara. You can find everything Mexico: Tequila and Mezcal, talavera, alebrijes, beautiful hand-woven textiles, souvenirs... this is the place to go to find all in one place, plus its beautiful plaza many restaurants, and colorful streets, make this a necessary stop.
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Tlaquepaque
A cute little town tucked in the always growing city of Guadalajara. You can find everything Mexico: Tequila and Mezcal, talavera, alebrijes, beautiful hand-woven textiles, souvenirs... this is the place to go to find all in one place, plus its beautiful plaza many restaurants, and colorful streets, make this a necessary stop.
Upscale and trendy restaurants, nightclubs, and bars, Colonia Americana ticks all the boxes to make it one of the top neighborhoods in the world according to TimeOut! Walking distance from the historical Guadalajara downtown, this is the place to go with friends or just to have an excellent breakfast/brunch to continue sightseeing Guadalajara.
Colonia Americana
Upscale and trendy restaurants, nightclubs, and bars, Colonia Americana ticks all the boxes to make it one of the top neighborhoods in the world according to TimeOut! Walking distance from the historical Guadalajara downtown, this is the place to go with friends or just to have an excellent breakfast/brunch to continue sightseeing Guadalajara.
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Walking/biking is the easiest way to get around
Although buses are very cheap and taxis are very combient the traffic around Ajijic and San Antonio is sometimes unbearable. With the cyclovia connecting all the towns, from Chapala to Jocotepec, biking and walking are the best and most enjoyable ways to get around.
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Tianguis de Ajijic on Wednesday
Every Wednesday dozens of artisans, fruit, vegetable, and flower vendors, as well as street food-stands, come together in this colorful market from 9 am to 3 pm
*calle revolución
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Tianguis de Tonalá
Although Tonalá is not known as a sightseeing spot, its tianguis is the place where you can find cheap souvenirs and handicrafts. The same things sold in Tlaquepaque can be found in Tonalá for 1/3 the price, although the quality might vary.
*Thursday and Sunday 8AM- 5PM, Calle 16 de Septiembre
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Sunrise Farmer's Market
Sunrise is a restaurant favorite among ex-pats but on Mondays from 9-3 a small farmer's market takes over offering homemade to-go foods and handicrafts.
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Be Mindful of the Weather
Although the Ribera of Chapala is known for its mild weather year-round, be prepared for torrential rains during the summer and for temperatures below 50 F in the late afternoons during the winter.
Although the summer can be tricky due to the rain and high temperatures, the mountains surrounding Ajijic turn a beautiful emerald green that is worth coming for.
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Galo Allende Farms
The tour of Galo Allende Goat Farm is an experience for the entire family. The tour starts with breakfast, then a goat milking class, goat cheese and wine tasting, and all of this while enjoying an amazing view of Chapala Lake. The tour can only be scheduled on Saturdays so please make sure to save a spot on the galodeallende website to enjoy this amazing tour recommended by previous guests.