Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Guadalajara

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Aro restaurante

4.9

4.9 (20)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

It's all about perspective. For the most daring chefs like Mariana Del Moral, the plate is not a surface, it is an "ARO" without center or bottom from which anything can come out. Our cuisine is authentic, we offer a unique experience; simple but spectacular. Our philosophy? infinite hospitality and endless gastronomy.

We invite you to be part of our dinner club. See you on the other side of the "ARO".

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Experience

Menú degustación 4 tiempos

La Tequila – Avenida Mexico

4.8

4.8 (572)

MXN310 to MXN500

Contemporary Mexican

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

In the kitchen at La Tequila we have succeeded in capturing an important part of the extraordinary gastronomic legacy of Mexico; from family recipes that were passed from generation to generation, to the new flavors of contemporary Mexican cuisine. The ambience is informal with the highest hygienic endorsements.

En la cocina de La Tequila, hemos logrado capturar una parte importante de la extraordinaria herencia gastronómica de México; desde las recetas familiares transmitidas de generación a generación, hasta los nuevos sabores de la Cocina Contemporánea Mexicana, en un ambiente calido e informal y con una escrupulosa higiene.

Top review

Lydia

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Excellent experience, delicious food and drinks. Friendly service and nice ambience.

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Experience

Menú Degustación de Temporada

Río Viejo

4.8

4.8 (234)

MXN310 to MXN500

Mexican

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

Río Viejo, un restaurante de comida mexicana que rescata las tradiciones de las recetas clásicas. Nuestro chef Ramón Moreno Leyva, Originario de Monterrey.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on Mar 3, 2024

One of the best servers I’ve ever experienced… ask for Connie, this lady was outstanding

Sofy Boom

4.8

4.8 (226)

MXN310 to MXN500

International

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

Somos una pizzería napolitana con cócteles y música Dj

Top review

AhtziriR

Dined on Jul 23, 2024

INCREDIBLE! Location is ideal since it is on the Main Street. The actual restaurant has a very nice theme and is executed nicely. The burrata pizza was the main star of the night. 100% would recommend for a pre-night out spot

Hono

4.8

4.8 (154)

MXN500 and over

Japanese Speciality

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

Japanese Restaurant Izakaya (japanese canteen).
Yaki Niku (BBQ on table), sushi, ramen y japanese specialties
Sake Cocktail Bar, japanese beers & whisky

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Benjamin

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Amazing food and very nice service, variety of menu is good

Kasuga

4.8

4.8 (287)

MXN500 and over

Japanese

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

Bienvenidos a Kasuga.
El Chef Daisuke Maeda abre su propio restaurante en su ahora segunda casa Guadalajara.

Tenemos la opción de menú a la carta a la hora de la comida (de 14:00pm a 17:00pm) y la opción de Omakase (elección del chef) en la cena con dos turnos, a las 19:00pm el primero y a las 21:00pm el segundo.
El producto más fresco y con el mejor cuidado que van a encontrar.
Chef Daisuke con más de 20 años de experiencia, nos trae comida tradicional japonesa con una ligera influencia mexicana.
Los esperamos aquí en su casa.

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Hugo

Dined on Jul 4, 2025

Amazing experience! Everything was delicious and the quality of the ingredients were great. amazing to watch the chef working

La Quebrada

4.7

4.7 (10)

MXN310 to MXN500

Seafood

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

¡Ven y disfruta de la cocina del mar que tenemos preparada para ti!

En la Quebrada tenemos mariscos siempre frescos traídos desde el pacifico mexicano tres veces por semana, asegurando el sabor y frescura que tanto nos caracteriza.

¡Del mar a tu paladar!

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Naomi

Dined on May 31, 2025

Everything was nice: service, experience and food.

Palominos - Providencia

4.6

4.6 (234)

MXN500 and over

Steakhouse

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

Palominos is considered as one of the best Mexican steakhouses in Guadalajara. We have the highest quality of steaks both national and international. Our restaurant is ideal for a family gathering, private event or a work meeting. We have tables in our interior and exterior, terrace and private rooms. In our menu, you can find our house recommendations: Black Onyx from Australia, Rib Eye Aguachile and our famous Bacanora Filet from Rancho el 17. Our extensive bar drinks, mixology, and great ambience will make your visit a unique experience.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 15, 2025

Beautiful restaurant with amazing food and the best service!

Casa Prime Puerta de Hierro

4.5

4.5 (718)

MXN500 and over

Steakhouse

Zapopan

About the restaurant

In Puerta de Hierro, known as Zona Andares, Zapopan; this place redefines Guadalajara's traditional image. Indulge yourself with its delicate selection of ingredients and prime quality cuts such as New York, Rib Eye, Porterhouse, Tomahawk, Cowboy, and exclusive Kobe cuts with a high level of marbling, tenderness, juiciness, unique texture, and flavor that guarantees an unparalleled sensory delight. Every day, enjoy double drinks and signature mixology. If you prefer wine, discover Punto Medio, the house wine that offers Malbec, Selection, Rosé Malbec, and White Chardonnay; designed to achieve exceptional pairing.

Fascinate yourself with our signature mixology, elegant, innovative, and refreshing blends of aromas and flavors that will surprise your senses.

At Sonora Prime Puerta de Hierro, the experience is for everyone. The youngest ones are welcome with a kids' menu while they enjoy recreational activities with educational carts or have fun in the playroom.

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JovanaVIP

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Savory and spicy salsa. Delicious cuts & flavors. Mixology was great as well

AMENA Restaurante

4.0

4 (21)

MXN500 and over

Contemporary Mexican

Guadalajara

About the restaurant

Amena es un cafecito que te invita a la relajación a través de nuestro servicio, mientras disfrutas de nuestra cocina Mexicana, que exaltan la técnica de nuestros cocineros, empleando ingredientes de tiendas locales, así como una excelente oferta de bebidas de especialidad, destacando nuestro café tostado y molido en casa.

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EdgarVIP

Dined on May 12, 2025

I had an amazing breakfast sandwich. But warning, the bread is oversized. You must have a huge appetite to finish the whole thing.

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