Culinary Awards Los Cabos: The most significant night for local gastronomy.

• One hundred sixty-nine restaurants participated in the fourth edition of the Culinary Awards.
• The public nominated seventeen categories with their online vote.
• The 70 members of the jury nominated seventeen categories.
• One new category was included by the Culinary Awards Jury Committee: Jury Nominated Restaurant.
• Two special prizes were awarded by the organizing committee: Culinary Trajectory and Gastronomic Critic.
• Two special prizes were awarded by sponsor Reserva de la Familia José Cuervo: Agave + Chocolate and Signature Cocktail RDF Platinum.
• The public cast thirty-four thousand five hundred forty votes through the Culinary Awards App. A 20% increase compared to last year.
• The Culinary Trajectory Award went to Nicksan, which has enriched the gastronomic offer for three decades with an original cuisine concept created in Los Cabos through two generations.

On Thursday, November 9th, the 4th edition of the Culinary Awards Los Cabos awards ceremony was held at the prestigious Nobu Hotel Los Cabos venue: a scenario that captivated the guests from the moment of arrival, accompanied by a luxurious car show mounted by Mercedes Benz. The atmosphere was spectacular, with exquisitely prepared cocktails and impeccable coordination that made every moment unforgettable. We cannot fail to mention the extraordinary hosts who made the evening unique and memorable. Undoubtedly, Nobu Hotel Los Cabos was the ideal setting for this gala event.

Culinary Awards, organized by PR Solutions and Tendencia, celebrate the best culinary experiences in the destination. In a process that began in March this year, the following were evaluated. 169 restaurants. The winners in 36 categories were revealed: being 17determined by the online voting by the public, Seventeen were determined by a jury of 70 local experts, plus a new category proposed by the Jury Committee: ‘Jury Nominated Restaurant’. The latter winner was the Talay restaurant in Montage Los Cabos, recognized by the Jury Committee for its outstanding contribution to the local culinary scene.

The Organizing Committee presented Nicksan with the special ‘Culinary Trajectory’ award in recognition of the restaurant’s three decades of enriching Los Cabos’ gastronomic offerings with its unique culinary concept.

One of the most touching surprises of the evening was when the Organizing Committee, composed of Linda McHatton and Claudia del Pino, extended a very special recognition to the Gastronomic Criticdedicated to Claudia Velo for all her experience as an independent critic, she contributed with her reviews to the continuous growth of culinary excellence.

In addition, Reserva de la Familia José Cuervoy, sponsor of this fourth edition, presented two special awards to the restaurants participating in the Culinary Awards. Aldo Torres, account executive of Casa Cuervo, was in charge of naming the winners in these two particular categories: the first one was Agave + Chocolate’, which consisted of elaborating the best pairing with Tequila Reserva de la Familia Extra Añejo and a dessert based on chocolate and the segundo Signature Cocktail RDF Platinum. The winner of both awards was Bar Esquina | Bahía Hotel & Beach House.

It is worth noting that, in this edition, a total of 34,540 votes were cast by the public through the Culinary Awards Application, marking a 20% increase compared to the previous year. In addition, 12,933 users voted online for their favourite restaurants, representing an impressive 80% increase in participation over last year.

This prestigious event was attended by representatives from 95 restaurants that received at least one nomination. The evening was hosted by Amparo García, who provided an entertaining and jubilant atmosphere.

The cocktail reception during the Red Carpet was a unique experience set by Gramusik’s musical group; upon entering, guests were greeted with an immersive performance by Cosmic Trick. Guests celebrated the closing of the grand gala by heading to The Mbar, located at Nobu Residences, where guest DJ Alejandro Rivas and resident DJ Moises Pozos entertained the crowd.

The Culinary Awards Los Cabos received tremendous support from the auditing firm Crowe Mexico once again. The General Director, Ivan Bautista, played a vital role by personally delivering the envelopes containing the results of the meticulous counting and validation of the evaluation process. More than 18 companies joined forces to make this event a celebration and “the most important night of gastronomy in Los Cabos, Todos Santos and El Pescadero”.

Culinary Awards reafirmó su compromiso como empresa socialmente responsable al firmar un convenio con ASA Alimentaria y el Banco de Alimentos de México, con el objetivo de difundir información valiosa sobre sus acciones, buscando generar un impacto positivo para nuestra comunidad. This initiative seeks to encourage the participation of more restaurants in Baja California Sur in the “Al Rescate” program. It is essential to mention that this was the first edition where the use of plastics was reduced, fulfilling one of the sustainable development goals set by the 2030 United Nations General Assembly agenda.

The Culinary Awards Los Cabos Gastronomic Guide publishes an annual directory of 169 registered restaurants in Los Cabos to facilitate the exploration of the area’s tremendous gastronomic offerings.

The representatives of the sponsors played a significant role in presenting the statuettes for each category at the fourth edition of Culinary Awards Los Cabos. Without their support, this fantastic event would not have been possible. Thanks to:

Los Cabos Tourism Trust (FITURCA), Del Cabo Events Design, Avantec, VIP Mexico, Gramusik, Mercedes Benz, US Foods de Mexico, Baja Wines, Tres Raices, Rancho San Lucas, Jose Cuervo Family Reserve, Fincamex, Talleres de los Ballesteros, Yandi Monardo, Crowe, DelMar, a Hatfield Company, Impala Cabo, Porcelanosa, Chocola-Tre, Hidratación Infinita and H. XIV Ayuntamiento de Los Cabos, Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa, Nobu Hotel Los Cabos.

Audience Awards (Online Voting):

Culinary Awards Cabo San Lucas in a Hotel

• Aleta | Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa
• Ardea Steakhouse at Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Bar Esquina | Bahía Hotel & Beach House
• Don Manuel’s at Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
• El Farallón | Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
• Hacienda Cocina & Cantina
• Muna | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Nobu Los Cabos | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos

Culinary Awards Cabo San Lucas in the City:

• Agua Salada
• Casa Martín
• Il Forno
• La Rana Vegana
• Los Dos Carbones
• Origin
• Sur Beach House

Culinary Awards Bar in Cabo San Lucas:

• Agave Study at Peacock Alley | Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
• Cocina del Mar | Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection
• Comal | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection
• El Farallon | Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
• Hacienda Cocina & Cantina
• The Mbar | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Rooftop 360 | Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa
• Yaya | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection

Culinary Awards Lunch in Cabo San Lucas:

• Alcaravea Gourmet
• Chubby Noodle
• Hacienda Cocina & Cantina
• Nicksan Cabo
• Pacific | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Sur Beach House
• The Sand Bar

Culinary Awards Breakfast and/or Cafeteria in Cabo San Lucas:

• Bar Esquina | Bahía Hotel & Beach House
• Café Distrito 23410
• Casasola Café & Brunch
• Don Manuel’s at Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
• Hacienda Cocina & Cantina
• Hoja Santa Restaurant
• Mezcal | Montage Los Cabos
• Sur Beach House

Culinary Awards Laid Back Casual:

• Corazón Beach Club | Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa
• District Mx Eat+Drink
• Hoja Santa Restaurant
• La Cura Mariscos (seafood)
• La Rana Vegana
• Lúa Del Mar – Barra y Cocina
• Rubas Bakery & Bistro
• Sage Baja
• Simaruba

Culinary Awards San José del Cabo in the Hotel:

7. Azul Cortés | The White Lodge Baja Sur Cabo
8. Café Des Artistes Los Cabos | JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa
9. Casa de Brasa | Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas
10. Cielomar Rooftop | Viceroy Los Cabos
11. El Barrio | Zadún, a Ritz Carlton Reserve
12. El Mezquite Wooden Grill | Vidanta Los Cabos
13. Humo | Zadún, a Ritz Carlton Reserve
14. Javier’s | Cabo Azul Resort
15. Nido | Viceroy Los Cabos

Culinary Awards San José del Cabo in City:

8. Chula
9. Crania
10. La Forchetta
11. La Revolución Comedor de Baja California
12. Latino 8
13. Lumbre
14. Rubas Bakery & Bistro
15. Sage Baja
16. Semillón
17. Simaruba

Culinary Awards Bar in San Jose del Cabo:

9. Acre Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
10. Crania
11. District Mx Eat+Drink
12. Javier’s | Cabo Azul Resort
13. La Botica Speakeasy Bar | Las Ventanas at Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort
14. Lúa del Mar – Barra y Cocina
15. NAO
16. Rubas Bakery & Bistro
17. Sage Baja
18. Simaruba

Culinary Awards Lunch in San José del Cabo:

10. 7 Seas Seafood Grille | Cabo Surf Hotel & Spa
11. Acre Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
12. Chula
13. Drift Kitchen + Mezcal Bar
14. Latino 8
15. Mozza Baja | At Costa Palmas
16. Pan Springs Cabo
17. Restaurante Doña Pame
18. Rubas Bakery & Bistro
19. Sakagura Los Cabos | Solaz Resort Los Cabos

Culinary Awards Breakfast and/or Cafeteria in San Jose del Cabo:

11. 7 Seas Seafood Grille | Cabo Surf Hotel & Spa
12. Chula
13. Drift Kitchen + Mezcal Bar
14. Javier’s | Cabo Azul Resort
15. Pan Springs Cabo
16. Restaurant Doña Pame
17. Rubas Bakery & Bistro

Culinary Awards Tourist Corridor in Hotel:

12. Árbol | Las Ventanas at Paraíso, A Rosewood Resort
13. Cocina de Autor | Grand Velas Los Cabos México
14. Cocina del Mar | Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection
15. Comal | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection
16. Mezcal | Montage Los Cabos
17. Sakagura Los Cabos | Solaz Resort Los Cabos
18. Seared | One&Only Palmilla
19. Talay | Montage Los Cabos
20. Vela | Hilton Los Cabos
21. Yaya| Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection

Culinary Awards Tourist Corridor in City:

13. Lúa del Mar – Barra y Cocina
14. NAO
15. Nicksan Palmilla
16. Pan Springs Cabo
17. RosaNegra Los Cabos
18. Sunset Monalisa
19. Trattoria Da Pietro

Culinary Awards Todos Santos – El Pescadero:

14. Benno | Hotel San Cristobal Baja
15. DŪM
16. El Faro Beach Club & Spa
17. El Mirador Oceanview
18. Jazamango Restaurant
19. La Catrina Cantina
20. Oystera By Santaterra
21. Sky Lounge Bar | Guaycura Boutique Hotel Beach Club & Spa
22. Tiki Santos Bar

Culinary Awards Bar in Todos Santos – El Pescadero:

14. Coyote | El Perdido
15. D
16. El Faro Beach Club & Spa
17. El Mirador Oceanview
18. Jazamango Restaurant
19. La Catrina Cantina
20. Oystera By Santaterra
21. Santos Pecados Restaurant & Bar
22. Sky Lounge| Guaycura Boutique Hotel Beach Club & Spa
23. Tiki Santos Bar

Culinary Awards Lunch in Todos Santos – El Pescadero:

16. Café La Esquina
17. Coyote | El Perdido
18. DŪM
19. El Faro Beach Club & Spa
20. El Mirador Oceanview
21. Jazamango Restaurant
22. La Catrina Cantina
23. Oystera By Santaterra
24. Sky Lounge | Guaycura Boutique Hotel Beach Club & Spa
25. Tiki Santos Bar

Culinary Awards Breakfast and/or Cafeteria in Todos Santos – El Pescadero:

17. Café La Esquina
18. El Jardín | Guaycura Boutique Hotel Beach Club & Spa
19. La Catrina Cantina
20. Las Tunas Coffee Shop
21. Oystera By Santaterra

Jury Awards

Restaurant of the Year in Hotel:

• Yaya | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection
• Seared | One&Only Palmilla
• Suviche | One&Only Palmilla
• El Barrio | Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
• Marea at Montage Los Cabos

City Restaurant of the Year:

• Lumbre
• Steak Chops & Such
• La Revolución Comedor de Baja California
• Yooko Izakaya
• Carbón Cabrón
• Sunset Monalisa
• RosaNegra Los Cabos

Restaurant of the Year in Todos Santos – El Pescadero:

• DŪM
• Benno | Hotel San Cristobal Baja
• El Faro Beach Club & Spa
• Jazamango Restaurant
• La Catrina Cantina
• Coyote | El Perdido
• Oystera by Santaterra

New Restaurant

• Pan Springs Cabo
• Azul Cortés | The White Lodge Baja Sur Cabo
• Símaruba
• Lúa del Mar
• Oystera by Santaterra
• Yooko Izakaya
• Semillón
• Parole Los Cabos

Established Restaurant:

• Sunset Monalisa
• Don Manuel’s | Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
• La Forchetta
• Pitahayas | Hacienda del Mar Resort Los Cabos
• Invita Bistro

Wine Experience

• Muna | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Seared | One&Only Palmilla
• Yaya | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection
• Lumbre
• Don Manuel’s | Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal

Service Excellence in the City:

• Steak Chops & Such
• Lumbre
• DŪM
• La Revolución Comedor de La Baja
• La Forchetta
• Sunset Monalisa
• Carbón Cabrón

Service Excellence in Hotel:

• Seared | One&Only Palmilla
• Ardea Steakhouse at Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Yaya | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection
• Marea at Montage Los Cabos
• El Barrio | Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Culinary Concept in the City:

• Lumbre
• DŪM
• Steak Chops & Such
• La Revolución Comedor de Baja California
• Nicksan Cabo
• Carbón Cabrón
• Sunset Monalisa

Culinary Concept in Hotel:

• Ardea Steakhouse at Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Talay | Montage Los Cabos
• Humo | Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
• Comal | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection
• Cocina del Mar | Esperanza, Auberge Resorts Collection
• Mezcal | Montage Los Cabos

Chef of the Year:

• Alberto Saavedra Sánchez | Muna | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Eliana Godínez | Yaya | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection
• Isabel Calderón | DŪM
• Cristhian García | Seared | One&Only Palmilla
• Paolo Della Corte | Pacific | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Sergio de la Peña | Lumbre
• Edgar Carbajal Arteaga | Nicksan Cabo

Established Chef:

• Paolo Della Corte | Pacific | Nobu Hotel Los Cabo
• César Pita | Lumbre
• Gustavo Pinet | Don Manuel’s | Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal
• Jaime Ríos Compadre | Sunset Monalisa
• Miriam Jiménez | El Farallón |Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal

Rising New Chef:

• Bogart Anzures | La Deriva Cabo
• Eduardo Benítez Giles at Trattoria Da Pietro
• Juan Valenzuela Vega | Pan Springs Cabo
• Cesar Soto | Oystera by Santaterra
• Javier Ornelas | Crania
• Enrique J González | The Reserve Restaurante | Vidanta Los Cabos

Pastry Chef of the Year:

• Aurelien Revil-Signorat | Mezcal | Montage Los Cabos
• Valente Gil | Café des Artistes | JW Marriott Los Cabos Beach Resort & Spa
• Beatriz Pita | Humo | Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
• Rebecca Vega Figueroa | Carbón Cabrón
• Ruby Navarro | Rubas Bakery & Bistro
• Claudia Yunuet García | Bar Esquina |Bahía Hotel & Beach House
• Leydi Pérez Parra | Pan Springs Cabo

Design, Ambience and Atmosphere in the City:

• Lumbre
• NAO
• DŪM
• Steak Chops & Such
• Sunset Monalisa

Design, Ambience and Atmosphere in Hotel:

• Muna | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• El Barrio | Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
• The Mbar | Nobu Hotel Los Cabos
• Suviche | One&Only Palmilla
• Yaya | Chileno Bay Resort & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection