Dining in Rocky Point

Rocky Point Food Guide: 10 restaurants worth trying

Rocky Point is more than beaches and sunsets. Between the Sonoran desert and the Sea of Cortez, Puerto Penasco has a food scene full of fresh seafood, local favorites, international flavors and places with plenty of personality.

Oceanfront dining in Rocky Point

If you are planning your next getaway from Arizona, this guide brings together some of the best places to start the morning, enjoy seafood by the water or end the day with a dinner worth remembering.

01

Start the day

Kaffeehaus in Rocky Point
01 · Breakfast

Kaffeehaus Rocky Point

A European-inspired spot where fresh coffee, homemade bread and a cozy atmosphere make the morning feel easy before a beach day.

What to try

  • Eggs Benedict
  • Homemade apple strudel
  • Specialty coffee
Breakfast at Candy Cake
02 · Breakfast

Candy Cake

A warm, flavorful breakfast stop where homemade recipes and a relaxed setting help you ease into a day of exploring Rocky Point.

What to try

  • House omelet
  • Fresh pancakes
  • Freshly brewed coffee
Puesta del Sol Restaurant
03 · Oceanfront

Puesta del Sol Restaurant

Located by the sea inside Playa Bonita Resort, Puesta del Sol offers one of the best breakfast views in Rocky Point.

What to try

  • Shrimp chilaquiles
  • Seafood omelet
  • Coffee facing the Sea of Cortez
02

Lunch with a taste of the sea

Seafood dish at Blue Marlin in Rocky Point
04 · Seafood

Blue Marlin

A classic for travelers looking for fresh seafood and an easygoing lunch after a morning on the beach.

What to try

  • Coconut shrimp
  • Baja-style fish tacos
  • Fresh ceviche
La Curva Restaurant and Sports Bar
05 · Mexican tradition

La Curva Restaurant & Sports Bar

Mexican tradition, a family-friendly feel and generous plates make La Curva a comfortable choice for groups.

What to try

  • Seafood molcajete
  • Traditional margaritas
  • Mexican specialties
Pollos Lucas in Rocky Point
06 · Local favorite

Pollos Lucas

A favorite among locals and visitors for its authentic flavor, simple setting and charcoal-grilled comfort food.

What to try

  • Charcoal-grilled chicken
  • Sonoran rice
  • Homemade beans
03

Dinners to remember

Pane e Vino Ristorante
07 · Italian dining

Pane e Vino Ristorante

Set on top of Whale Hill, Pane e Vino pairs Italian cuisine with some of the most memorable views in Rocky Point.

What to try

  • Seafood risotto
  • Handmade pastas
  • Wine selection
Garufa Steakhouse
08 · Steakhouse

Garufa Steakhouse

A strong option for travelers looking for quality cuts, a polished dinner and a more sophisticated night out.

What to try

  • Ribeye steak
  • Grilled octopus
  • Selected wines
Mare Blu Ristorante
09 · Oceanfront

Mare Blu Ristorante

An oceanfront restaurant where Italian cooking and Sea of Cortez ingredients meet in an elegant but relaxed setting.

What to try

  • Seafood lasagna
  • Butter lobster
  • Italian specialties

A Bonita experience

A perfect sunset plan

Two moments, one evening and the unforgettable Sea of Cortez as the backdrop.

Sunset dinner by the sea
Cocktail by the Sea of Cortez
El Tapeo Wine Bar
Wine and tapas in Rocky Point

Start with sunset by the water

Enjoy a cocktail as the sun drops over the Sea of Cortez and golden light settles across Playa Hermosa.

10 · Continue with wine and tapas

Finish the night at El Tapeo Wine Bar with wine, small plates and live music.

La Bonita Beach Bar

Bonita recommendation

Sea views, good food and live music

For a perfect afternoon, start with a cocktail by the sea while you enjoy sunset from Playa Hermosa. Then keep the evening going with a glass of wine and tapas at El Tapeo Wine Bar.

The combination of ocean views, great food and live music captures the easy spirit of Rocky Point.