Papas and Beer
López Mateos
The most legendary nightclub of Baja provides party seekers with an ideal atmosphere and amazing music and drinks. It recently underwent a huge renovation featuring new outstanding sound, lighting, and video. Located in the middle of all the action in Ensenada’s party center.
Chamuco
Ruiz Av. #16
“The little devil” was born in 1998, motivated by the need to create original garments designed by Mexicans. A great local brand that offers unique t-shirts designs of Ensenada and Baja California, among other items such as hats, bags, mugs, and more. Can also be found at López Mateos #880.
Bazar Casa RamÍrez
López Mateos 469-3
A must-stop in Ensenada with the best selection of Mexican folk art and guaranteed sterling silver. A family-owned business for 20 years with friendly staff that welcomes you to its two floors of displays full of authentic Mexican pieces. Accepts Visa, M.C. American Express.
Curious Mitla
López Mateos
For over 40 years this family-owned business has been offering hand-painted clay as well as a wide variety of authentic crafts from Oaxaca, blown-glass pieces, typical dresses from Puebla, and clothes with prints of symbolic places of Ensenada.
Licores Plaza
López Mateos 691
With 11 years in service and a rich variety of the finest Mexican tequilas, this is a great spot to find national and international liquor brands as well as the traditional mezcal, including an interesting variety of cigars that are conserved in a special humidor.
Curious Mossimo
âLópez Mateos #626
An option when looking for traditional souvenirs and crafts. Find interesting pieces from Michoacán, Oaxaca, and Jalisco as well as t-shirts and items related to Baja’s legendary off-road races.
Wendlandt Brewery
248 Blvd. Costero
This gastropub makes one of the most recognized crafted beers in Baja. Their kitchen works with fresh local ingredients. A place to find other local breweries as well as a variety of worldwide beers.
El Patio Bar
López Mateos #1088
An excellent choice to enjoy delicious cocktails, drinks, and appetizers in a friendly atmosphere with great service. Broadcasting all of the best sports events, and playing live music on the weekends. Now serving breakfast!
Café Márago
âLópez Mateos #880
Enjoy a wide variety of coffee, teas and other hot or cold drinks which can be paired with amazing baked goods in a beautiful atmosphere on the patio overlooking Calle Primera. Featuring the best Mexican coffeebeans and a wine shop. Wi-Fi available for visitors.
Los Castillo
López Mateos 1084
Los Catsillo has been in Ensenada for over 36 years, offering the highest quality and unique silver designs from the Taxco region. All silver pieces are .925 sterling and the exquisite .950 purities. You can also find copper patinado in beautiful decorative plates, vases, candlesticks, and much more. With two more locations throughout López Mateos Ave. #656 and #815.
El Rey Sol Restaurant
López Mateos #1000
This old-school restaurant, established in 1947, pays homage to French culture and cuisine. Founder Dona Virginia “Pepita” Geffroy, who studied at Le Cordon Bleu, established a unique culinary experience in Baja.
La Ensenada Restaurante
López Mateos #1090-10
Part of the new wave of Baja Cuisine restaurants which pay tribute to this region through its Mediterranean inspired dishes using first-quality local ingredients paired with the house wines and craft beer.
La Ruta Del Amba
âLópez Mateos #716
The Amber Road “Organic Jewelry” specializes in Chiapas amber jewelry as well as Russian items. Also semiprecious stones and silver jewelry carved by Mexican hands. An excellent option to find international pieces of jewelry from India, Brazil, and Murano, Italy.
Carriana Jewels
López Mateos #691
Ten years in service handling 18-karat gold, which distinguishes them from other jewelers in the area. Some pieces imported from Germany are made by the designer Hellmuth. Carriana designs its own 14K pieces. Silver from Taxco and Zacatecas .925 and .950 silver can be found as well.
Calle Primera Shopping District