Dining

Meals at Las Palapas

One of the genuine pleasures of staying at Las Palapas is that you don't have to think about food — delicious meals just appear! Nidia and her team handle breakfast, lunch, and dinner six days a week, with meals served at the lazy susan tables overlooking the bay in the main room. When you're ready to explore the local restaurant scene, Chacala and the surrounding area have plenty to offer.

Coconut-crusted shrimp served on a banana leaf at an open-air restaurant overlooking the ocean during sunset.
Table set with a tropical centerpiece of bird of paradise flowers and bougainvillea, surrounded by dishes of refried beans, corn rice, crab salad, cucumber-tomato salad, and a side of dipping sauce.
Fresh seafood ceviche with diced tomatoes, cucumber, herbs, and a cucumber flower garnish topped with a cherry tomato.
"Plate of grilled shrimp and chicken skewers with pineapple and bell pepper kebabs, garnished with a hibiscus flower, lime wheels, and a whole pineapple, set on a table with a fruit basket and side salad in the background.

How it Works

Meals are served daily (except Sundays, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and New Year's Day) at 9am, 1pm, and 6pm with appetizers and drinks at 4pm. All meals are served family-style at the lazy susan indoor and outdoor tables. Nidia does all the shopping and cooking — there's no need to bring any food or beverages.

If you'd like dinner pushed later, a 2,000 peso fee applies (dinner can be served as late as 7:30pm). Budget $40 per person per night for food and beverages, though special requests like premium spirits or specific dishes may run a bit more.

Menu

Our full menu includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, appetizers, and drinks. If you prefer, you can fill out the order form before your trip and email your selections to Nidia. All dietary restrictions can be accomodated. Please let Nidia know upon arrival.

We highly recommend letting Nidia run the Favorites Menu — a tried-and-true rotation of the delicious meals guests love most. No decisions needed, just show up hungry.
Menus

Beach Dinner

Once per week, guests can arrange a candlelit dinner right on the beach for up to 20 people. It's a special evening — let Nidia know on WhatsApp at the start of your stay so she can plan accordingly.

Sundays

The staff has Sundays off. We find Lalaxtli is amazing for Sunday brunch or lunch in a charming historic beach courtyard. You can walk into Chacala, where most beach palapa restaurants are open seven days a week.
A beachfront dining setup features a long table with various dishes and colorful drinks. Surrounding the table are several chairs, with tropical palm trees and the ocean visible in the background during sunset.
Beach dinner setup

Local Restuarants

Las Brisas

One of the top palapa restaurants on Chacala beach. Great for seafood, cold beer, and watching the waves. A local favorite.

Surfers Pizza

Local pizza spot that delivers to Las Palapas. The easy Sunday night move. Ask Nidia via WhatsApp to call ahead to order before she leaves on Saturday.

Lalaxtli

A fantastic restaurant especially for brunch or lunch in a charming historic beach courtyard. It has an ATM and is right next to the beach.

Casa Pacifica

Great breakfast outside of the gates from November through May.
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