If you are planning to escape from the city to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and delicious weather of Valle de Bravo, this is for you.
For lovers of nature and the forest, Valle de Bravo is the ideal place to vacation with the family for several days or even for a short weekend getaway. This mystical lagoon is located just two hours away from Mexico City and it’s perfect to get rid of stress and have an incredible time with your loved ones.
Start planning your next visit to this fabulous destination! Because today we will tell you more about the best places you can go to enjoy the most exquisite dishes from the best restaurants that we are sure you will love in Valle de Bravo.
1. Los Pericos Restaurant
Have you ever imagined yourself enjoying a delicious dish OVER THE WATER? Yes, you read it right! Los Pericos restaurant is built on Valle Bravo’s lake and is one of the most popular on the site for being one of the oldest in the area, celebrating its opening in 1970.
It is really unique and you will be able to experience a wonderful view while enjoying an excellent meal. You can find from traditional Mexican cuisine to international dishes. The pineapple stuffed with seafood au gratin with cheese and the mango toast with shrimp are some of the favorites to keep trying.
Address: Terminación del Salitre s/n, Embarcadero Municipal, Valle de Bravo, Estado de México
Tel. 726 262 0558
2. Rodavento
The gastronomic proposal offered by Chef Alberto Colín is truly gourmet, he creates original recipes preparing dishes with 100% organic and local ingredients specially selected. Also! From here you will have a spectacular view of the lake.
Enjoy its impeccable service from the Club House and its delicious brunch from 9am to 2pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
Address: Callejón de Las Ratas 18, Colonia Centro, 51200 Valle de Bravo
Tel: 726 688 5546
3. Dipao
In Dipao you can enjoy a little piece of Italy near the lake, delight the best salads, pastas and pizzas; It is undoubtedly one of the best places to try its different traditional dishes of great Italian cuisine, where you will also find an incredible variety of wines that will fascinate your taste buds.
In addition, inside the restaurant there is a quite romantic atmosphere, it is perfect to take your partner at night for a special dinner. Let yourself be surprised by its incredible Italian flavor!
Address: Joaquín Arcadio Pagaza No. 100, Valle de Bravo, Estado de México
Tel. 726-262-2965
4. Los Veleros
This restaurant is precisely what we call a classic, because here we find authentic traditional ‘Vallesian’ cuisine. Los veleros stands out for its famous phrase “From the land to the plate”, because most of its dishes are prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients.
This outstanding venue has been serving exquisite dishes for more than two generations, with 44 years of tradition supported by the family of Doña Celia and her grandson, Chef Estefano Salgado. We are pretty sure that you will not be disappointed with its delicious onion soup, its steaks, its grilled creole lamb ribs with rosemary and thyme, their gazpachos or the elderberry rainbow trout. We bet it makes your mouth water!
Address: Fray Gregorio Jiménez de La Cuenca 194, Centro, Valle de Bravo
Tel: 726 262 6785
5. La Michoacana
Recognized not only for having exemplary service 365 days a year, but also its clients highlight its impressive beer, its unbeatable wine and exquisite margaritas that you can consume with an extraordinary view of the lake. It is also known for its famous coffee.
Enjoy its incredible Mexican dishes at affordable prices; at night you can also enjoy incredible live music to spend an unforgettable night. You can’t stop trying their country consommé or their salmon in almond sauce, oh, and their bone marrow soup that will make you want to lick your fingers.
Curious fact: they make their own bread, canned chili peppers and sauces, it is highly traditional and handmade.
Address: Calle de la Cruz No. 100, Valle de Bravo, Estado de México
Tel. 726 262 1625
6. El Rincón Suizo
If you feel like trying a real fondue, we highly recommend El Rincón Suizo, a kitchen made up of a Mexican and a Swiss. You can enjoy excellent wine, delicious cheeses, soups, roesti, salads and a spectacular view of the lake.
Seriously, visiting this restaurant is an experience that you shouldn’t miss out on, it’s also pet-friendly!
Address: Fray Gregorio Jimenez de la Cuenca No. 241, Valle de Bravo, Estado de México
Tel: 726 262 1773
7. San Simón
If you are a fan of artisanal food, you will surely love the San Simón Bakery, it is a new Mexican proposal that combines minimalism and rustic warmth, it is an outdoor garden where you can enjoy a delicious wood-fired San Simón pizza with wine.
In addition to pizza, you can enjoy the most exquisite handmade breads and an épicerie of fresh local products with a garden flavor. This is where nature and gastronomy come together in the same place to make this spot truly unique.
Address: San Simón El Alto, Valle de Bravo, Estado de México.
Tel: 722 395 9983
Now that you know a little about the gastronomic offer that Valle de Bravo has for you, tell us which of these places you would like to try first on your next visit.
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