Eat & do
Taco stands, long beach lunches and the late crowd. Our picks first, then everything we've mapped. Hillside lanes between the plaza and Los Muertos: views, guesthouses and a short walk down to the beach.
Happy hours today
Today, 11:54pm
Times from our research (October 2026) and owners' own pages. Check with the venue before you go.
Every happy hour and deal, by day of the week
Seafood
Ceviche, aguachile and the catch off the pangas. Read our guide
Seafood · South end of main beach
The Dock Sayulita
A deck three metres above the sand at the calm south end of the main beach, run by a family of local fishermen: ceviche, seared tuna and the day's catch, cocktails made with house shrubs, and a 3 to 5pm happy hour.
Happy hour 3–5pm
Seafood · South (Av. Revolución)
La Panga Seafood & Grill
Local-favorite seafood a short walk from the center; octopus, ceviche and pastor fish tacos. Charcoal-grilled seafood Saturdays after 4pm.
Breakfast & coffee
Chilaquiles, good espresso and somewhere to sit with a laptop. Read our guide
Breakfast & coffee · South (Av. Revolución)
Alquimista
Family-owned breakfast spot with porch seating; chilaquiles and smoothies are the draws.
Breakfast & coffee · South (Av. Revolución)
Schmoutzi
Small French bakery with buttery croissants, baguettes, cinnamon buns and olive sourdough. Arrive early for fresh bread.
Breakfast & coffee · South (Av. Revolución)
William's
Huge portions at great value, handmade blue-corn tortillas, vegan options and wood-grilled pescado zarandeado.
Breakfast & coffee · South side
Cafe Coyote
Relaxed neighborhood café run by a woman who grew up in Sayulita. It serves all-day breakfast, sandwiches and a daily dish made with organic local ingredients, plus coffee from Tepic and cacao drinks. There is a book exchange, and local ceramics and art are for sale.
Breakfast & coffee · South side
Desayunos La Curva
Weekday-only breakfast spot on the south side of town, open from 9am to 2pm Monday to Friday and closed on weekends.
Lunch & dinner
From family kitchens to a table you book ahead.
Lunch & dinner · South (Av. Revolución)
Tai38
Upscale Thai with excellent pad thai, curries, fresh rolls and a banana cheesecake. Accepts cards.
Lunch & dinner · South (Av. Revolución)
La Casita del Curry
Owner-run Indian restaurant away from the center; thali plates, lentils and naan. Bring your own wine.
Lunch & dinner · South side
Chino Bites
Mexican-Asian kitchen on Avenida Revolución serving dumplings and wok noodles.
Lunch & dinner · South side
El Jacal
Mexican restaurant on Avenida Revolución, open daily from breakfast through dinner (8am to 10pm).
Lunch & dinner · South side
Lonchera Doña Lety
Fast-food lonchera on C. 1o de Mayo 11, far from plaza.
Beach clubs
A table on the sand, a cold drink, the sunset.
Beach clubs · South end of main beach
Mi Chula Beach Club
Southern main-beach club with fresh whole fish and standout service. Hosts groups and can arrange tours.
Beach clubs · South end of main beach
Taboule Beach Club
Quiet, swimmable southern tip of the beach; ceviche, Baja tacos, Lebanese eggs and baklava, with loungers.
Bars & nights
Mezcal, live bands off the plaza and the places open late. Read our guide
Bars & nights · South side
Casa Paraíso Pizza & Bar
Pizza and cocktail bar on Calle Primavera tied to the Viajero hostel, with a top-deck bar and views over town; palomas and an espresso mextini made with mezcal are favorites. Big portions.
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