When in Mexico, you must eat delicious Mexican food. When in Cancun, head to La Habichuela Sunset. Situated on the lagoon side of Cancun’s hotel zone with dramatic two-story floor to ceiling glass windows and an outdoor garden designed to mimic Mayan ruins, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a meal at sunset. Enter on the top floor and walk down a dramatic staircase with a wooden banister carved to resemble a snake. At the foot of the stairs is a glass panel exposing the earth below and a Mayan artifact. Outside, sit in white wrought iron chairs with elaborate curlicue designs and feel like a princess on her throne. Their cuisine features an abundance of fresh fish cooked in Mayan, Mexican, and Caribbean styles. The La Habichuela special features chunks of Caribbean lobster and giant shrimp cooked in a curry sauce. I tried the mole chicken on good advice, and it’s easily the best I’ve had. The sauce is delicate and spicy without being overly sweet and heavy. Save room for dessert and order the banana flambĂ© and Mayan coffee–flambĂ©ed brandy and local D’Aristi Xtabentun liqueur with coffee and ice cream in a sugar-rimmed glass.
Margaritas 25 Centro, 77500 Cancun, Mexico +52 998 884 3158
