San Pancho Marino Restaurant And Bar

Amazing food and service. The fish was fresh and cooked to perfection. The owner is delightful and made sure everyone was happy

Had a great meal for my pre birthday weekend last night at San Pancho Marino. We were walking the main road considering our options when we were approached by a man in a striped shirt and the San Pancho Marino logo. At first we figured he was just the host attempting to lure us in. Turns out he 's the owner and chef. Originally from France, I 'd guess Roland 's true passions are the fabulous Mexican weather and the outstanding fishing the waters in the area provide. He fishes in the morning and then runs the restaurant at night serving up whatever delicious fare he caught that day. Given a choice of fresh red snapper, tuna, or mahi mahi I 'm going to pick the snapper hands down every time. My husband had the mahi mahi. Borge we delicious and expertly prepared and served. The steamed veggies and rice were less inspired, but still tasty, especially after pouring the bowl of cilantro cream sauce over them. Roland checked on us several times to ensure we were enjoying our food. When Daniel was finished and his plate returned to the kitchen with the boring veggies still in place, Roland came to ask what was wrong with his veggies. As it turns out, he is not a fan of veggies either, and sent out a bowl of the most amazing ing mashed potatoes for my husband to try instead. SO good!! They had the perfect consistency still a few rustic lumps and were still light and fluffy. That 's hard to achieve with the typical Mexican yellow potatoes that are prevalent in the area. I have no idea why his restaurant didn 't rank higher on Yelp but it certainly should. Best fresh snapper I 've had in a while, and chatting with Roland was great fun. He even offered me a job seems he 's looking for experienced help in the kitchen. And since I mentioned wanting a tattoo that says Mise en place that sealed the deal. Too bad I 'm enjoying retirement way too much to work that hard! It would be fun though for a couple of days! If you 're walking down Main Street and can 't decide on where to eat I highly recommend San Pancho Marino. Roland Hossegor and his crew will take good care of you!! @rockfood_by_roland_hossegor @sanpanchomarino The ambience was okay. That would be my only real critique. As a large bottomed woman the tall bar chairs were tricky to get in and out of and not do comfortable that I wanted to extend my meal any longer than absolute necessary. If I stop again, I 'll choose to sit further inside. Jess people watching, for sure, but my butt will thank me later. But talking with Roland again would be worth it! Restaurants/Bar people rake note your seating options definitely weigh in on my making a choice to stop. If your seating looks uncomfortable or precarious it may look cool, but I 'm going to walk on by until I find a place with more comfortable seats.

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: MX$1–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Tuna Medallion

We went for something light in the mid-low season, to have a snack, we found the place and we arrived for a ceviche and a guacamole. Excellent presentation of the dishes, a very good flavor, good portion, excellent attention from the waiter and the owner of the place, good atmosphere, warm attention and practical location. The prices are high but according to the place and obviously to the people. Without a doubt, an excellent option to arrive. We will be back on our next visit. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: MX$300–400 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Went here with my sayulita lover, and had the most amazing host, along with the most beautiful fish dishes in San Pancho. We left with a food coma and super delectable and delightful experience! 10/10 recommend